Parent to Parent: Father of a Type 1 Child

Father’s Day is right around the corner and Dr. E is sitting down with John Mardikian, father of a daughter (Cici) who has been recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age three. John tells the story of Cici’s type 1 diagnosis, how his family adjusted after her diagnosis, and his recommendations for parents of children who have been newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Questions We’ll Cover in This Episode:·       What is the story of Cici’s type 1 diabetes diagnosis?·       How was the first month after Cici was diagnosed with T1D?·       What was your experience with Cici’s sibling who does not have diabetes?·       How did Cici’s type 1 diagnosis affect your marriage?·       What systems are you using to help Cici manage her diabetes?·       What are your recommendations for parents of kids who have been newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes?·       What should a parent look for in a pediatric endocrinologist?
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Episode 17: For Parents of Kids with Diabetes, with Pediatric Endocrinologist & CMO of ViaCyte, Dr. Manasi JaimanDexcom Continuous Glucose Monitor: https://assistance.dexcom.com/pap_selfservice/ ★ Support this podcast ★