In episode 109 of Think Like a Pancreas—the Podcast, Dr. Paula Diab sits down with author, Gary Scheiner to discuss the final chapter of his book Think Like a Pancreas.
From technology to social supports, learn the members of Gary’s diabetes dream team (a dietician, physician, exercise physiologist, and mental health specialist) much more.
Discover new trusted communities, financial assistance options, how to spot unreliable advice from uncredentialed online coaches, and where to access free tools like the Diabetes Bites newsletter.
MEET YOUR HOST AND HER GUEST:
Dr Paula Diab MBChB, MFamMed, PhD, CDCES is the Director of Weight Management at Integrated Diabetes Services. She is a Family Physician and Diabetologist who runs a multi-disciplinary practice specializing in the management of chronic diseases, particularly diabetes and obesity in South Africa. Her approach is to walk the journey with her patients and to allow them to manage their disease rather than allow the disease to define who they are.
Gary Scheiner, MS, CDCES is the owner and Clinical Director of Integrated Diabetes Services. He is an award-winning Certified Diabetes Educator, Masters-level Exercise Physiologist and person with type-1 diabetes since 1985. Gary is also actively involved with many diabetes related organizations as a volunteer and clinical advisor.
KEY TAKEAWAYS AND HIGHLIGHTS:
✔️ In-person groups like Grown Up T1Ds, volunteer organizations, and peer networks reduce stress and keep people engaged.
✔️ Stick with credentialed professionals and established, tested organizations; treat advice from uncredentialed online "coaches" with caution.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:00 Gary’s Diabetes Dream Team
03:50 Technological Devices to Consider
06:29 Social Supports
08:46 Financial Support
09:15 How the Resource Landscape Has Changed
11:54 Steering Clear of Bad Advice
13:50 Other Valuable Resources
RESOURCES:
Think Like A Pancreas - 4th edition
https://integrateddiabetes.com/store/think-like-a-pancreas-4th-edition
Grown up T1D: A Festivus for the Rest of Us
https://Integrateddiabetesservices.podbean.com/e/grownup-t1ds-a-festivus-for-the-rest-of-us/
Breakthrough T1D
https://www.breakthrought1d.org
American Diabetes Association
https://diabetes.org
Sign up for Diabetes Bites
https://integrateddiabetes.com/think-like-a-pancreas-the-podcast-august-2026-schedule-2/
CONNECT WITH US:
🔵Website: integrateddiabetes.com
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🔵To work with the Integrated Diabetes Services Team , visit https://integrateddiabetes.com/appointments/ or email info@integrateddiabetes.com
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Disclaimer
The information contained in this program is based on the experience and opinions of the Integrated Diabetes Services clinical team. Please discuss any changes to your treatment plan with your personal healthcare provider before implementing.
