Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) in Gestational Diabetes: A Focus in South Dakota

February 5, 2026





Program Overview
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) has demonstrated clear benefits in improving maternal and neonatal outcomes among individuals with gestational diabetes. Yet, adoption remains limited across clinical settings—particularly in multidisciplinary and interprofessional care environments.

Many obstetric, endocrinology, and primary care teams lack standardized workflows, shared protocols, and clear communication pathways for integrating CGM data into routine prenatal care. In addition. nurses, diabetes educators, dietitians, and care coordinators often receive minimal training or lack access to CGM interpretation tools, limiting their ability to collaborate effectively in patient management.

Importantly, South Dakota Medicaid has taken steps to expand access to CGM and now includes CGM on formulary for use in gestational diabetes, creating a timely opportunity for clinicians and care teams to integrate CGM into routine prenatal care.


Join us to learn how to optimize CGM implementation, ensure equitable access across diverse populations, and translate technology-driven insights into coordinated, patient-centered care.


Key Reasons to Attend

  • Learn practical strategies to collaborate with multidisciplinary and interprofessional care teams in supporting pregnant patients using CGM
  • Build confidence in CGM implementation and interpretation in your practice
  • Discover South Dakota Medicaid policies, eligibility criteria, and procedures related to CGM coverage in gestational diabetes
     


Project ECHO®, developed in 2003 by the University of New Mexico, is a virtual knowledge and best-practice-sharing model that connects expert multidisciplinary and interprofessional teams with community-based clinicians, often from rural or  underserved areas, through videoconferencing. Sessions include a didactic presentation and a learner presented deidentified case-based discussion, fostering peer-to-peer learning and mentorship. This “all teach, all learn” approach promotes continuous learning and collaboration, empowering clinicians to implement best practices and improve healthcare delivery in their communities, with long-lasting impacts that extend beyond traditional training methods.


This activity is supported by an educational grant from the Center for Health Care Strategies.

 

Target Audience

All members of primary care and OB/GYN teams in South Dakota (neighboring states are welcome to join) in all practice settings including physicians, physician associates, advanced practice nurses, nurses, dietitians, diabetes educators (CDCES), and pharmacists.

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the clinical benefits and evidence supporting continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) for improving maternal glycemic control, pregnancy outcomes, and patient engagement in gestational diabetes management.
  • Explain the basic steps for CGM initiation and data review
  • Locate trusted resources and tools to continue building confidence in CGM implementation and interpretation in your practice.
  • Use effective communication and interdisciplinary and interprofessional collaboration to educate and support pregnant patients using CGM, reinforcing patient engagement, adherence, and care coordination.
  • Apply best practices for incorporating CGM into clinical workflows.
  • Explain South Dakota Medicaid policies, eligibility criteria, and procedures related to CGM coverage in gestational diabetes, and identify practical strategies to facilitate access for patients with SD Medicaid.

 

 

ADA Statement
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Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AAPA Category I CME
  • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this Live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 Participation
Course opens: 
02/05/2026
Course expires: 
03/07/2026
Event starts: 
02/05/2026 - 10:00am EST
Event ends: 
02/05/2026 - 11:00am EST
Rating: 
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Time

Topic

Speakers

8:00-8:07 AM MT

Welcome, Polling and Introductions

Nicolas Cuttriss, MD, MPH, FAAP

8:08-8:22 AM MT

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) in Gestational Diabetes

Marina Basina, MD

8:23-8:28 AM MT

Presentation Q&A

Questions submitted by attendees

8:29-8:34 AM MT

Case Presentation

 

8:35-8:57 AM MT

Case Questions and Recommendations

Hub team faculty & attendees

8:58-9:00 AM MT

Wrap-up, Announcements, and Claiming Credit

Nicolas Cuttriss, MD, MPH, FAAP

    Featured Speaker

    Marina Basina, MD
    Clinical Professor, Medicine - Endocrinology, Gerontology, & Metabolism
    Stanford University School of Medicine
    Medical Director of Inpatient Diabetes
    Stanford Hospital and Clinics
    Stanford, CA

     

    Featured Hub Panel

    Nicolas Cuttriss, MD, MPH, FAAP
    Founding Director, CEO
    ECHO Diabetes Action Network

    Clarissa Barnes, MD, MBA, FACP
    Chief Medical Officer Medicaid
    Department of Social Services Division of Medical Services
    Sioux Falls, SD

    Melissa M Belec, DO, MPH, DACD
    Diabetes Institute at Touro University CA
    Vallejo, CA

    David Faldmo, MPAS, PA-C, CHCEF
    Chief Population Health Officer,
    Siouxland Community Health Center (SCHC)
    Sioux City, IA

    Nancy Haugen, MSN, CNP, PCMH CCE
    Area Diabetes & Nutrition Consultant
    Great Plains Area Indian Health Service
    Aberdeen, SD

    Kimberlee McKay, MD, FACOG
    Clinical Vice President OB/GYN Service Line
    Avera Health
    Sioux Falls, SD

    Jay Shubrook, DO, FACOFP, FAAFP
    Professor, Diabetologist
    Touro University California
    College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Vallejo, CA

    Kat Thomsen, MS, MPH, RDN         
    Clinical Dietician
    Avera Queen of Peace Hospital and Avera Cancer Institute
    Mitchell, SD

    Deidra Van Gilder, PharmD
    Professor and Interim Department Head
    South Dakota State University, College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions
    Brookings, SD
    Clinical Pharmacist
    Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic
    Watertown, SD

     

     

     

    This activity is developed as a joint collaboration among ECHO Diabetes Action Network, South Dakota Medicaid, and Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine.



    In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and ECHO Diabetes Action Network. Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.



    Physician Accreditation
    Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    Nurse Accreditation
    Nursing Contact Hours: 1.0 contact hour


    Pharmacist Accreditation
    This activity is approved for 1.0 CPE credit.




    Physician Associate Accreditation
    Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 1.0 AAPA Category 1 CME credit. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

     

     

     

    Available Credit

    • 1.00 AAPA Category I CME
    • 1.00 ACPE Pharmacy
    • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

      Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this Live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    • 1.00 ANCC
    • 1.00 Participation
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