As a healthcare professional committed to improving the quality of care for your patients, you recognize that individuals with diabetes and prediabetes require specialized, person-centered support. This program brings together experts from pharmacy, podiatry, optometry, and diabetes care education to demonstrate the power of a multidisciplinary approach—and where dental hygienists fit within that care team. Join us and take the first step toward becoming a leader in diabetes care in dental hygiene.

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OPTIMIZING DIABETES MANAGEMENT
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Patient Care

Friday, April 10, 2026
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
6.0 CE credits

ADHA Members $275
Nonmembers $325
Breakfast & Lunch Included

THE OMNI OKLAHOMA CITY
100 Oklahoma City Blvd.
Oklahoma City, OK  73109

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Don’t miss this chance to elevate your practice and make a more meaningful impact on the health and well-being of your patients with diabetes and prediabetes.

Diabetes & A1C testing kits from Henry Schein

Hands-on Glycemic Testing

In addition to a comprehensive understanding of diabetes care and management, you’ll also build practical skills to confidently monitor and assess the glycemic control of your patients and provide holistic care that addresses both their oral and systemic health needs.

Program includes:
•  Experts across disciplines in pharmacy, podiatry, and diabetes care & education
•  Person-centered care strategies tailored to the unique needs of individuals with diabetes
•  Hands-on practice with glucometers and A1C test kits
•  6.0 Live/Interactive CE credits upon program completion
•  Complimentary breakfast and lunch
•  Networking with professionals across healthcare disciplines

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Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify effective communication strategies for interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Utilize evidence-based strategies to deliver comprehensive care tailored to the unique needs of each person with diabetes.
  • Collaborate effectively with specialists from oral health, pharmacy, podiatry, optometry, and diabetes education fields to optimize the management of diabetes related health issues.
  • Develop proficiency in using glucometers and A1C test kits to monitor and assess the glycemic control of patients with diabetes, integrating these skills into routine dental hygiene practice.
  • Describe how various medications affect glucose levels
  • Identify medications which have the potential to cause hypoglycemia
  • Determine appropriate choices to assist patients in correcting low glucose levels

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Looking to Book a Hotel Room?

Reservations can be made directly with the hotel.
Note the 2026 National Oral Health Conference (NOHC) and related workshops will also be held at this hotel April 11 – 15 immediately following this course.

THE OMNI OKLAHOMA CITY
A Downtown OKC Hotel
Reservations
Call Direct: (405) 438-6500

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Driving In?

The Omni Oklahoma City offers overnight valet for $39 and shorter periods at lower rates. The nearby Convention Center garage — a 4-minute walk from the hotel — offers more budget-friendly options. View the hotel website for additional details and maps.

Cancellation Policy

We understand that things happen, and sometimes you need to cancel. Please note that a $50 administrative fee will be charged at the time of cancellation. Cancellation requests must be received via email to [email protected]Requests cannot be accepted over the phone. No cancellations will be accepted after March 13, 2026.

 

American Dental Hygienists Association is designated as an approved provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. #AADHADH (January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026). Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial Board of Dentistry. Licensee should maintain this document in the event of an audit. The American Dental Hygienists’ Association is an approved provider of dental continuing education as recognized by the Dental Board of California, Provider #5238.