The JDC Patient Education Program October 2021, hosted virtually on 2 October 2021 had selected patients
of Jothydev’s Diabetes Research Centre. The program was set off by Mr.Jayapalan A Nair, director of
operations, JDC, with the welcome address. The sessions began with the talk of Dr.Arun Shankar, senior
consultant, and medical director, JDC, on 'diabetes management’. Ms.Geethu Sanal, chief dietitian,
JDC, gave a comprehensive talk on 'diet in diabetes'. Injectables, medicine timings, and other queries
with regard to drug intake were addressed by Dr.Sajna Shijin and Dr.Yaseen Unes. Ms.Remya Jose, diabetes
nurse explained injection techniques to the patients. The topics 'sensors and technology in diabetes' and
'glucose monitoring techniques and follow-up' were presented by Ms.Akhila Manoj and Ms.Soumya Rajalekshmi
respectively. The participants engaged actively in discussion and asked several questions to the team.
Several patients shared their experiences and appreciated the efforts put forward by the diabetes team of
JDC in helping them manage their diabetes. The program was wound up by Ms.Sunitha Jothydev, Executive Director,
JDC, with a vote of thanks.