In part six of this special interview with DIC publisher Steve Freed, Dr. Stanley Schwartz discusses the role of gene defects within the beta cell in monogenic diabetes. In terms of prediabetes, since beta cell damage exists before the development of diabetes, better markers may help in prevention.
View the complete video series of this special interview with Dr. Schwartz:
Part 1: Defining the Classifications of the New System
Part 2: Beta-Cell Construct: Egregious Eleven
Part 3: Targeted Treatments for Mediating Pathways of Hyperglycemia
Part 4: Individualization of Patient Care
Part 5: The Beta-Cell is Final Common Denominator of Beta-Cell Damage
Part 6: New Classification for Monogenic and Pre-Diabetes
Part 7: Supporters of New Classification of Diabetes
You can find all of Dr. Schwartz’s Diabetes In Control articles and videos as well as his biography here.
Diabetes In Control. A free weekly diabetes newsletter for Medical Professionals. News and information for Medical Professionals.