
ATTD: Advanced Technologies and Treatments for Diabetes
Overcoming therapeutic inertia with inhaled insulin
In this episode, we examine the concept of "therapeutic inertia" in diabetes care. Dr. David Ahn is joined by Dr. Grazia Aleppo, Professor of Medicine at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, to explore how inhaled insulin can help address the clinical and behavioral barriers often associated with insulin initiation. Key discussion points: Defining therapeutic inertia in the context of insulin initiation. Common clinician and patient-related barriers that contribute to treatment delays. Practical strategies for introducing inhaled insulin to hesitant patients. System-level considerations, including workflow and reimbursement challenges. Find more resources and exclusive content on the ATTD Education Portal: https://unlok-education.com/attd/ Make sure to subscribe to the ATTD Diabetes Talks podcast for more insights and updates. Let’s advance diabetes care together. #DiabetesCare #Endocrinology #InhaledInsulin #ATTD #MedicalPodcast Chapters: 00:00 Why Inhaled Insulin Matters 00:34 Show Intro and Guest 01:22 Defining Therapeutic Inertia 02:19 Clinician Barriers to Insulin 03:49 Patient Fears and Hesitation 05:28 How Inhaled Insulin Helps 07:00 Best Fit Patient Scenarios 08:22 Talking to Hesitant Patients 10:39 Workflow and Coverage Hurdles 13:35 PFT Testing and Side Effects 14:47 Future Role and Wrap Up






