A 3-part expert webinar series for families, caregivers, and individuals
This three-part webinar series brings together leading Canadian experts in endocrinology and behavioural medicine to enhance your understanding of type 1 diabetes family risk, the emerging role of early detection screening, and the emotional impact associated with anticipated diagnoses.
Each session is short, practical, and designed to help participants feel informed and supported.
Webinar 1 – February 18
7:30 PM EST
Type 1 Diabetes and Family History — Understanding Risk and Autoimmunity
Dr. Anna Lam, MD, FRCPC – Endocrinologist
Webinar 2 – February 19
7:30 PM EST
T1D Screening and Detection — The Power of Knowledge
Dr. Alanna Weisman, MD, PhD, FRCPC – Endocrinologist & Clinician Scientist
Webinar 3 – February 25
7:30 PM EST
The Emotional Impact of T1D Diagnosis or Early Detection — Coping with Uncertainty
Dr. Michael Vallis, PhD, R Psych – Health Psychologist
Host & Facilitator:
Lori Berard, Nurse Consultant Diabetes Management and Clinical Trial Operations
Webinar 1 – February 18 | 7:30 PM EST
Type 1 Diabetes and Family History — Understanding Risk and Autoimmunity
Dr. Anna Lam, MD, FRCPC – Endocrinologist
You will learn:
- The role genetics do—and do not—play in T1D
- How the autoimmune process leads to type 1 diabetes
- What autoantibody patterns can reveal about risk
- Early signs families and parents should be aware of
Webinar 2 – February 19 | 7:30 PM EST
T1D Screening and Detection — The Power of Knowledge
Dr. Alanna Weisman, MD, PhD, FRCPC – Endocrinologist & Clinician Scientist
You will learn:
- The purpose of T1D screening and what it can reveal
- Who should consider screening and how it is done
- How to interpret and act on screening information
- Screening access and pathways in Canada
Webinar 3 – February 25 | 7:30 PM EST
The Emotional Impact of T1D Diagnosis or Early Detection — Coping with Uncertainty
Dr. Michael Vallis, PhD, R Psych – Health Psychologist
You will learn:
- Common emotional responses among parents, siblings, and individuals
- Evidence-based coping strategies
- How to build resilience while living with uncertainty
- Supportive resources and early interventions that help families adjust
Format & What to Expect
- Three 30-minute live, high-impact discussions with our host and experts
- Experts answer participant questions
- Recordings will be available on Diabetes Care Community one week after the final webinar
- Short post-session surveys to assess comprehension and satisfaction
Sponsored by an unrestricted educational grant from Sanofi Canada
