We are pleased to welcome Adam Brown, Senior Editor at diaTribe.org as our keynote speaker at TypeOneNation on February 25th at the McCormick Place Convention Center!

Adam, who has more than 15 years of experience living with type 1 diabetes (T1D), brings a patient perspective to his writing at diaTribe. He is the author of Adam’s Corner, a column that shares actionable tips for living well with diabetes. Adam also reviews the latest diabetes technology in diaTribe’s Test Drive and New Now Next columns

We caught up with Adam, who was nice enough to give us his thoughts on some of the latest diabetes technology and a sneak peek at his keynote.

JDRF Illinois: What can attendees expect from your keynote at TypeOneNation on February 25th?

Adam: I’ll give everyone a fast-paced update on all the exciting things happening in diabetes technology: automated insulin delivery (also known as the “artificial pancreas” or “closed loop”) systems like the Medtronic 670G; new glucose sensors like the Dexcom G6 and Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre; new pumps like Tandem’s t:slim X2; the latest meters; and cool new apps – including what I use.

For a preview, check out diaTribe.org’s just-published review of the closed loop field. If you want to know what systems are coming and when, this is the piece to read!

I might even give a sneak preview of my upcoming book! 😉

You review and test a lot of technology for diaTribe. What is your favorite/most interesting thing in diabetes technology that you have tested recently?

I’ve been using the open-source, do-it-yourself (DIY) automated insulin delivery system, Loop. This allows me to run closed-loop off my iPhone using a small relay device (RileyLink), a Dexcom CGM, and an old Medtronic pump. It’s been great overnight!

I also recently got an Apple Watch and have loved viewing Dexcom G5 data on my wrist and using the watch for meditation and exercise tracking. I’m actually using my phone less often, which is helping with my stress levels too.

Is there a device or advancement on the horizon that you are excited about?

Automated insulin delivery for sure! Next-gen glucose sensors like the G6 and FreeStyle Libre real-time. You can see our very recent review of what’s on the diabetes tech horizon here.

I’m also excited to see apps like Medtronic/IBM Watson’s Sugar.IQ coming out soon. I think this will really help people with diabetes pair cause and effect and learn more hidden patterns in their data.

Is there anything else you’re looking forward to doing while you’re in Chicago?

I LOVE speaking to people with diabetes, answering questions, and sharing tips that can be helpful. Please come prepared with questions – on devices, T1D management, food, exercise, stress, etc. – or send them ahead of time to adam@diaTribe.org!

Register for TypeOneNation today to hear everything Adam has to say about new diabetes technology! Questions about the summit? Contact Christine Bissler, Senior Outreach Manager, at cbissler@jdrf.org or call (312) 423-7198.