TypeOneNation Summit

November 1, 2015, Cincinnati, OH
8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Free

JDRF Southwest Ohio is excited to announce that we will hold our 2015 TypeOneNation Ohio Summit, on November 1 at the Sharonville Convention Center. Summit includes:
A full day of diabetes educational, networking and inspirational sessions
A Kid Camp for children ages 5-12; Teen Central for ages 13-17 and breakout sessions designed specifically for teens living with T1D.
Programming developed by leading scientists and medical experts

Agenda

  • Session 1: Healthy Living Learn tips and tricks for living healthy with T1D. Topics include meal and snack planning, nutrition, balancing T1D with celiac disease, carb counting, and maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle with diabetes. Presenter: Betty Hollstegge
     Session 2: High Impact T1D Elite athletes from Team Novo Nordisk, including a cyclist and tri-athlete, will share their inspirational stories about persevering with T1D without breaking a sweat. Presenters: Chrysa Malosh & Ryan Nichols
    Session 3: Mission Message
    Get inspired and hear about the latest advances in JDRF-funded research and how JDRF is making a difference in transforming the research landscape and accelerating the pace to curing, treating and preventing T1D. Presenter: Carol Oxenreiter
    Session 4: Navigating Insurance
    Dealing with health insurance can be challenging for anyone, especially if you’re dealing with T1D. This session will provide valuable advice and insight about to navigate insurance. Presenter: Dr. Donald Wharton & Mike Groh
    Session 5: Women’s Health
    From adolescence and puberty, through pregnancy and menopause, living with T1D can present special challenges for women. This session provides advice and education for women of all ages. Presenters: Dr. Sarah Corathers, Jessica Gahl & Dr. Nicole Sheanon
  • Session 1: Know Your Rights* Have you ever felt discriminated against because of T1D? Learn more about your rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act related to the areas of education, travel and employment. Presenters: Tom Webb, Jamie Gindele & Carla Leader
    Session 2: Make a Difference Becoming a diabetes advocate can be a great way to make a real impact. Learn about political advocacy, diabetes blogging, support group creation, and JDRF volunteer opportunities. Presenters: Nick Wagner, Tracy Huebner & Marianne Dressman
    Session 3: Someone I Love has T1D This session is geared toward friends and family (other than parents) of a T1D. Table discussions, broken out by affiliation, will cover topics specific to each group: siblings, grandparents, spouses, friends and children of T1D’s. Presenters: Mackenzie Bart, Logan Stone, Dr. Mike Heile & Jayna Stenger  
    Session 4: Sugar Linings: Bright Side of T1D Miss Idaho 2014 Sierra Sandison will share her inspirational story of competing for Miss America with T1D and bringing awareness to a national audience. Based on her new book, Sierra will provide advice about finding the positives of living with T1D. Presenter: Sierra Sandison
    Session 5: Type One to Type None Hear directly from current and former JDRF-funded researchers about their work and its impact on understanding, curing and preventing T1D. Presenters: Dr. Jim Wells & Dr. Carmella Molina Evans
  • Session 1: Early Adulthood with T1D This session covers topics specific to T1D teens and young adults (ages 13-22) including dating, diabetes in the classroom, dealing with hormones, and social life issues. Presenters: Hadley George, Dr. Mike Heile, Sierra Sandison & Ainsley Wagenseller
    Session 2: Know Your Rights* Have you ever felt discriminated against because of T1D? Learn more about your rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act related to the areas of education, travel and employment. Presenters: Tom Webb, Jamie Gindele & Carla Leader
    Session 3: Mission Message* Get inspired and hear about the latest advances in JDRF-funded research and how JDRF is making a difference in transforming the research landscape and accelerating the pace to curing, treating and preventing T1D. Presenter: TBD
    Session 4: T1D Tech In the rapidly evolving world of T1D technology, how does one choose which is best? In this session, medical professionals will help you navigate the choices, including the latest in pump, CGM and cloud technologies. Presenters: Dr. Naila Goldenberg, Michele Hanson & Marcia Wonderly
    Session 5: T1D Tips and Tricks Even if you’ve lived with diabetes for many years, there are always new tips and tricks to be learned. Hear from a panel of experienced T1D’s, and also share your own creative ideas, in this informative session. Presenters: Kate Eyre, Mark Kacher, & Susan Mustian
  • Session 1: Raising a T1D Child Parenting a child is challenging enough, but adding T1D to the mix can make things much more difficult. Hear from a panel of experienced parents who will share their stories and perspectives about raising a T1D child. Presenters: Steve O’Bryan, Kate Devine & Jon Faulkner
    Session 2: High Impact T1D Elite athlete and cyclist, Chrysa Galosh from Team Novo Nordisk, will share her inspirational stories about persevering with T1D without breaking a sweat. Presenter: Chrysa Malosh
    Session 3: Thriving with Diabetes Learn to thrive, not just survive, with T1D from a clinical psychologist who treats kids, teens and adults. Learn to overcome the common psychological issues that affect people with type 1 diabetes, their families and friends. Presenter: Dr. Todd Walker
    Session 4: Type One to Type None* Hear directly from current and former JDRF-funded researchers about their work and its impact on understanding, curing and preventing T1D. Presenters: Dr. Jim Wells & Dr. Carmella Molina Evans
    Session 5: Women’s Health* From adolescence and puberty, through pregnancy and menopause, living with T1D can present special challenges for women. This session provides advice and education for women of all ages. Presenters: Dr. Sarah Corathers, Jessica Gahl & Marissa Town

Speakers

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Crystal Bowersox, Singer, American Idol Contestant

Crystal Bowersox, Singer, American Idol Contestant

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Crystal Bowersox, Singer, American Idol Contestant

Crystal Bowersox, Singer, American Idol Contestant

Crystal Bowersox was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as a child and had the lifelong dream of being a musician. She pursued her goal and appeared on the ninth season of American Idol where during the competition she was hospitalized after going into diabetic ketoacidosis. Having to fight producers to stay on the show, Crystal went on to claim the title of runner-up. Known for her bluesy voice and incredible covers, after Idol Crystal made her mark on the rock charts with her debut album Farmer’s Daughter. Crystal will be presenting the afternoon keynote “Living Your Dream While Living with Diabetes” to share her inspiring story about persevering and overcoming the challenges of T1D.
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Sierra Sandison, Miss Idaho 2014

Sierra Sandison, Miss Idaho 2014

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Sierra Sandison, Miss Idaho 2014

Sierra Sandison, Miss Idaho 2014

Miss Idaho Sierra Sandison has become a role model for many ever since she openly, and proudly, wore her insulin pump on the national Miss America stage during the swimsuit competition last year. This moment launched the viral #showmeyourpump social media trend as other T1Ds also proudly displayed their pumps. Sierra was diagnosed with T1D in 2012 and has learned to embrace her life with diabetes, using it as a platform to speak to schools about celebrating individual differences. Sierra’s attendance at the Summit is sponsored by Tandem.
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Mackenzie Bart, Miss Ohio 2014

Miss Ohio 2014

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Mackenzie Bart, Miss Ohio 2014

Miss Ohio 2014

Miss Ohio Mackenzie Bart, Miss America is a Top 10, STEM Scholar, & Talent Award winner at the Miss America Pageant where she dazzled the judges with her ventriloquism act with her puppet, “Roxy”.  Mackenzie is studying Atmospheric Sciences at The Ohio State University and is currently a competitor on Funny or Die presents America’s Next Weatherman. Her sister Meme was diagnosed with T1D at age 14.
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Chrysa Malosh and Ryan Nichols

Team Novo Nordisk

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Chrysa Malosh and Ryan Nichols

Team Novo Nordisk

Chrysa Malosh and Ryan Nichols are members of Team Novo Nordisk, the world’s first all diabetes pro cycling team. Chrysa was diagnosed with T1D at age 11 and Ryan was diagnosed at age 24. These elite athletes will share tips and tricks of living with T1D while training and competing.
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Carol Oxenreiter

JDRF International Board of Directors

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Carol Oxenreiter

JDRF International Board of Directors

Carol Oxenreiter has been involved with JDRF since 1995 and is currently on the JDRF International Board of Directors, as well as the Research and Development Committees. In these roles, she is closely involved with JDRF research funding and will share the Mission Message of hope as JDRF continues to strive to turn type one into type none. She has two children, Monica and John, with T1D.
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Sarah Corathers, MD

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Sarah Corathers, MD

Dr. Corathers is an assistant professor in the University of Cincinnati’s Department of Pediatrics. Her specialties include effective transitioning between pediatric and adult health care settings, type 1 diabetes in adolescents and adults, adult care for Turner Syndrome, and quality improvement in health care.

Kate Devine

Marianne Dressman

Carmella Molina Evans

MD, PhD

Kate Eyre

Jessica Gahl

RD, T1D

Hadley George

Jaime Gindele
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Nalia Goldenberg

MD

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Nalia Goldenberg

MD

Dr. Goldenberg is a physician with Mercy Health Physicians and specializes in endocrinology and diabetes. She graduated from Pavlov Saint Petersburg Medical Institute in Saint-Petersburg, Russia. She currently works at the Deerfield Endocrinology, Cholesterol and Diabetes center in Mason, Ohio.

Michele Hanson

RN, MSN, CNP
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Mike Heile

MD, T1D

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Mike Heile

MD, T1D

Dr. Heile is a board-certified family physician who graduated from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1994. He has practiced with the Family Medical Group physician practice, now part of Tri-Health Physicians, since 1997. Dr. Heile has type 1 diabetes and started a support group of fellow T1Ds in 1998. He enjoys exercising, writing, recording and performing music at local venues and festivals.

Tracy Huebner
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Mark Kacher

PhD

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Mark Kacher

PhD

Dr. Kacher retired from Procter & Gamble after 31 years with the company. He was an associate director in beauty care research and development, where he led the effort to develop intellectual property and competitive strategies. Mark is originally from Philadelphia. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from Drexel University and a PhD in Organic Chemistry from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). Diagnosed with T1D in 1974, he is a research information volunteer (RIV) for JDRF Southwest Ohio and current board president.
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Susan Mustian

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Susan Mustian

Susan worked as a consultant in the hospital information systems industry for a subsidiary of IBM and Baxter Healthcare. She is a graduate of the University of Kentucky Gatton School of Business. She was also president of the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati UK Alumni Club and developed clubs in Indiana, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. While in Hong Kong, she served on the strategic planning committee and was president of the PTO for Hong Kong International School. A T1D for 28 years, she serves on the JDRF Executive Board as president-elect and is co-chair of the Gala Committee.
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Steve O'Bryan

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Steve O'Bryan

Steve is on the Southwest Ohio Board serving as Finance Chair. He is the father of three daughters: Alice, Sierra and Lily. Two daughters are T1D; Alice was diagnosed with T1D in 2005 at age 16 and Lily was diagnosed with T1D in 2009 at age 14. Steve is a CPA, has a bachelor degree in Accounting from the University of Kentucky, and works for Macy’s as VP - Tax Administration. Steve is an active volunteer for JDRF supporting two walk teams (Macy’s and Sierra’s Sisters), riding annually, and supporting the Gala. Steve resides in Edgewood, Kentucky with Cathy, his wife of 32 years, and with Lily.
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Logan Stone

PhD

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Logan Stone

PhD

Dr. Stone has a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. He began his career at Procter & Gamble and then earned his PhD in toxicology from the University of Cincinnati. He assumed a leadership role at P&G, developing the company’s inhalation toxicology program with emphasis on understanding the etiology of hydrocarbon toxicity on the kidney. He became a research information volunteer (RIV) for JDRF in 2013, shortly after his grandson was diagnosed with T1D.
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Ainsley Wagenseller

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Ainsley Wagenseller

Ainsley is the student leader for the College Diabetes Network (CDN) Chapter at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. CDN is a 501c3 non-profit organization, whose mission is to empower and improve the lives of students living with Type 1 diabetes through peer support and access to information and resources. As the student leader, Ainsley coordinates programming for T1D students on campus.
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Todd Walker, Psy.D

Psy.D

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Todd Walker, Psy.D

Psy.D

Todd Walk Psy.D. has a private practice and treats kids, teens, and adults in individual, couples, family, and group psychotherapies. He also teaches and supervises doctoral students in clinical psychology at the Wright State University School of Professional Psychology.
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Tom Webb

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Tom Webb

Tom is the Director of the Office of Disability Services at Wright State University. He comes to Ohio from the University of Delaware, where he served as their ADA/Section 504 Compliance Officer and as the Director of Disability Support Services. He has also held director positions at McDaniel College and Chesapeake College, both in Maryland, and taught classes in undergraduate and graduate programs on disability studies, special education and special education law. Tom served for two years in Washington, D.C., as a Kennedy Disability Policy Fellow, which included working with the 110th Congress on multiple policy issues related to education, labor and disability.
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James Wells

PhD

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James Wells

PhD

Dr. Wells is a professor of pediatrics at Cincinnati Children’s Medical Hospital Center, where he is an endowed chair in Regenerative Medicine and Perinatal Endocrinology. His basic research is focused on identifying the molecular mechanisms involved in the embryonic development of endocrine cells, including pancreatic beta cells. Dr. Wells is also a member of the JDRF Southwest Ohio Board of Directors.

Marcia Wonderly

BSN, RN, CDE

Sponsors

Thank you to all of our generous sponsors!

Venue

Sharonville Convention Center

11355 Chester Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45246
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Kid Camp

Kid Camp is designed for children ages 5-12 and provides supervised care, structured age-appropriate activities, and special visits by our T1D celebrities. Kid Camp will be open from 9:00 to 12:00 and again from 1:30 to 5:00 pm. We recommend that all children under the age of 13 attend Kid Camp in lieu of the breakout sessions. Kids Camp is open to children without T1D.
Teen Central
While teens are welcome to attend any of the breakout sessions, Teen Central provides an informal environment for teens ages 13-17 to make new friends with others affected by T1D. Activities include a photo booth, video games, and others. Our celebrities will also be stopping by Teen Central to say hello.

Lodging

Hilton Garden Inn

Need a place to stay? A reduced rate block of rooms at $99/night are being held at the Hilton Garden Inn located near the convention center. Call 513-772-2837 and mention JDRF or click here to make reservations at the Hilton Garden Inn by October 12.

 

Great Wolf Lodge

Want a fun weekend getaway for your family? We also have a block of $170/night rooms at Great Wolf Lodge, located in nearby Mason. There are special Halloween activities planned for the evening before the Summit. Call 1-866-954-9653 and use group code 1510JDRF to book a room at Great Wolf Lodge.

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