Improving outcomes for children and young people with diabetes through practical FreeStyle Libre systems training
Designed specifically for healthcare professionals supporting children and young people living with diabetes, this interactive online forum provided practical guidance on optimising FreeStyle Libre systems, interpreting CGM data and supporting young people through key stages of their diabetes journey.
Through expert-led presentations, case-based learning and interactive discussion, attendees had the opportunity to explore the latest developments in Hybrid Closed Loop technology, improve confidence in data interpretation and gained practical strategies to support transition, reduce DKA admissions and strengthen psychological support for young people and their families.
With thanks to our industry partner:
Developing your clinical practice
Practical approaches to using FreeStyle Libre systems to support children and young people living with diabetes
This educational online forum explored how FreeStyle Libre systems and CGM data can be used to support improved diabetes management, patient engagement and clinical outcomes in paediatric diabetes care. Key learning outcomes included:
- Understanding the latest developments in Hybrid Closed Loop systems for children and young people
- Exploring device partnership options for FreeStyle Libre systems and their clinical implications
- Applying data interpretation skills to real-world paediatric diabetes scenarios
- Recognising age-specific, family and lifestyle influences on glucose patterns
- Supporting young people during their transition to adult diabetes services
- Reducing repeat DKA admissions through engagement, education and psychosocial support
- Improving psychological and emotional support for young people living with diabetes
- Developing practical approaches to supporting key life transitions such as moving schools or starting university
Live online learning
Interactive case studies and practical diabetes technology training
This engaging online forum combined expert presentations, engaging case studies and interactive discussion to help the participants strengthen their confidence in using FreeStyle Libre systems and CGM data within paediatric diabetes care. On the day, those in attendance had the opportunity to:
- Join healthcare professionals from across the UK working in paediatric and young adult diabetes services
- Learn directly from nationally recognised experts in diabetes technology and young people’s diabetes care
- Explore practical case-based learning focused on real-world clinical scenarios
- Develop confidence in interpreting glucose data in children and young people using multiple daily injections and Hybrid Closed Loop systems
- Ask questions and gain practical advice from experienced clinicians
- Explore strategies for supporting young people through transition to adult services
- Gain insights into reducing DKA admissions and improving engagement with young adults
- Share experiences and benchmark approaches with colleagues from other organisations
With thanks to Abbott's Diabetes Care division
SBK Healthcare would like to thank Abbott's Diabetes Care division for sponsoring this educational meeting.
FREE for all NHS professionals
| 8:30 |
Introduction, instructions and networking
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| 9:00 |
Welcome and chair’s opening remark
Dr Fiona Campbell, Clinical Lead for General Paediatric Medicine and Diabetes and Consultant in Paediatric Diabetes, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
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| Key updates | |
| 9:10 |
Hybrid Closed Loop developments for children and young people (CYP)
Dr Fiona Campbell, Clinical Lead for General Paediatric Medicine and Diabetes and Consultant in Paediatric Diabetes, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
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| Data interpretation and CGM optimisation | |
| 9:40 |
Interactive case-based scenarios: Applying data interpretation skills to real-world scenarios
Dr Fiona Campbell, Clinical Lead for General Paediatric Medicine and Diabetes and Consultant in Paediatric Diabetes, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
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| 10:10 |
Questions and answers with your speaker
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| 10;20 |
Insights and support from Abbott’s Diabetes Care division
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| 10:30 |
Questions and answers with Abbott
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| 10:40 |
Screen break
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| Enhancing transition | |
| 10:50 |
Supporting young people during their transition to adult clinics
Dr Reza Zaidi, Consultant Diabetologist and Lead for the Young Adult and Transition, Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, National Advisor (NHS England), Transition and Young Adult Diabetes Pilot Programme
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| Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) | |
| 11:20 |
Improving management of DKA in young adults to reduce repeat admissions
Paula Johnston, Leeds Adult Inpatient Diabetes Specialist Nurse, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and Chair, Diabetes Inpatient Specialist Nurse (DISN) Forum UK
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| Psychological support | |
| 11:50 |
Improving psychological and mental health support for young people living with diabetes
Professor Katharine Barnard-Kelly, Health Psychologist
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| 12:20 |
Questions and answers with your speakers
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| 12:40 |
Close of day
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An expert speaker-line up
Learning from nationally recognised experts in paediatric diabetes and diabetes technology
This interactive online brought together leading clinicians and experts in paediatric diabetes care who shared practical approaches to using FreeStyle Libre systems, interpreting CGM data and supporting children and young people living with diabetes.
Confirmed speakers included:
Dr Fiona Campbell
Clinical Lead for General Paediatric Medicine and Diabetes and Consultant in Paediatric Diabetes
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Paula Johnston
Adult Inpatient Diabetes Specialist Nurse and Chair
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and Diabetes Inpatient Specialist Nurse (DISN) Forum UK
Professor Katharine Barnard-Kelly
Health Psychologist
Who came?
Connecting with colleagues developing excellence in paediatric diabetes care
This forum was designed for healthcare professionals who support children, young people and young adults living with diabetes and for those who would like to strengthen their understanding of FreeStyle Libre systems, data interpretation and technology-enabled diabetes care.
We were joined by the likes of:
- Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurses
- Consultant Paediatric Diabetologists
- Consultant Diabetologists
- Diabetes Specialist Nurses
- Paediatricians with an interest in diabetes
- Diabetes Registrars and Trainees
- Advanced Clinical Practitioners
- Dietitians
- Psychologists working in diabetes care
- Community Paediatric Diabetes Teams
- Young Adult Diabetes Teams
- Integrated Diabetes Service Teams
Past attendee feedback
These courses have taken place over 6 years, and you too can benefit from inspiring speakers, comprehensive learning and an opportunity to refine your skills through practical working. Take a look at how our past attendees have enjoyed our previous FreeStyle Libre systems courses sponsored by Abbott Diabetes Care division:
With special thanks to the online forum sponsor
At Abbott, we believe people with diabetes should enjoy life to the full, so we’re focused on making breakthrough technology accessible and approachable for all. Our groundbreaking sensing technology is revolutionising how people monitor their glucose and provides healthcare professionals with more data to make more informed treatment decisions.