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Kia ora koutou,
The Kids Research Institute Australia are organising monthly PD sessions with a goal "to accelerate the dissemination and implementation of evidence-based models of care for children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes".
The CoP website with session details and sign up is here. Once you have registered, you will automatically receive invites to the sessions / links and can the choose the sessions you would like to attend.
Kind regards,
Kati
Kati Wilson
Diabetes Network Project Coordinator
New Zealand Child and Youth Clinical Network
Kia ora koutou
NZSSD ASM Wednesday 6 - Friday 8 MAY 2026 (SIG Day Tuesday 5 May)
FINAL REMINDER:
Early bird registration and conference grants close at midnight on Wednesday 25 March
There will be no exceptions to this so if you are thinking about attending now is a great time to go online and register.
After March 25th full rates will apply.
CONFERENCE GRANT ELIGIBILITY: You will need to have been a paid member of NZSSD for at least one year (as at 24 March 2025) and have no dedicated CME funds.
ASM website link: nzssdasm.nz
REGISTRATION:
Early bird rates close Wednesday 25 March 2026
Standard rates apply 26 March - 25 April 2026 with late fees applying from 26 April 2026
CONFERENCE GRANTS:
Close with early bird on Wednesday 25 March 2026
We look forward to seeing you in Ahuriri Napier in May.
Ngā mihi
Sonya Fraser and Lisa Hoyle
NZSSD ASM 202 Co-Convenors
We warmly encourage you to join us for this important event and to register using the link below:
The course curriculum is designed by the New Zealand Wound Care Society (NZWCS) in partnership with Wendy White WoundCare. This unique micro-credentialed course incorporates WOUNDed® learning resources with NZWCS-specific content. Course learning includes online, self-directed learning, facilitated virtual tutorials, a two-day CSWD skills face-to-face practicum (this includes a multidisciplinary approach to lower leg and diabetic foot disease), and one-on-one mentoring in clinical practice to gain competency. If you are unable to find a suitable mentor please contact the NZWCS for assistance.
Link: https://nzwcs.org.nz/education/certificate-wound-debridement
In this issue, we feature a systematic review and meta-analysis of more than 1.6 million women across the globe which describes the adverse outcomes associated with low and high gestational weight gain, for both mothers and infants alike.
As usual we have attached the PDF, and you can also view the issue online.
Some of the other highlights include:
I trust you will find these articles interesting and clinically valuable and look forward to bringing you more exciting updates throughout 2026.
Kind regards,
Professor Jeremy Krebs
jeremykrebs@researchreview.co.nz
Click HERE to go to the website for more information and to register
Kia ora koutou
NZSSD are pleased to advise that we will be offering a full schedule of webinars throughout 2026. The first two webinars will be as follows:
Wednesday 18th February, 6pm - 8pm - hosted by the Diabetes Youth & Young Adult SIG
'Time in Happiness'…..highlights from ISPAD 2025'
Wednesday 18th March, 6pm - 8pm - hosted by the Technology in Diabetes SIG
'CGM in Primary Care'
The webinars are being scheduled for the third Wednesday of the month, 6pm - 8pm. The full schedule of dates is attached and topics will be confirmed in due course.
February Webinar: "Time in Happiness'…..highlights from ISPAD 2025"
See the attached flyer for full details and Register now
Link to Register: NZSSD Study Session Zoom Webinar Registration
Registrations Close: Monday 17th February, 2026
IMPORTANT DATES REMINDER: ASM 6-8 MAY 2026 (with SIG Day 5 May)
ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS
We have about two weeks to go before abstract submissions close on Wednesday February 18th. We always look forward to our members sharing the work they have been doing, and it is great for our review team to have plenty to look over. These oral and poster presentations make up an important part of our meeting.
EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION
We are also about 7 weeks out from early-bird registration closing on Wednesday 25 March. We encourage you all to register as early as possible to avoid paying the higher rate beyond this date.
Please also share widely with your colleagues who may not be members of NZSSD and encourage them to attend.
SIG PROGRAMMES (see below for more details)
Don't forget about the SIG programmes running on Tuesday 5 May - details are on the ASM website. We also have some industry led symposia on offer as well.
CONFERENCE GRANT ELIGIBILITY
Applications close on 25 March. You will need to have been a paid member of NZSSD for at least one year (as at 2 April 2025) and have no dedicated CME funds. We will prioritise people who are contributing to the meeting and have additional costs associated with attending. You will be notified as soon as possible after this date if you have been allocated some funding. You also need to be registered to attend the meeting. If you are still waiting to secure funding to attend prior to the early-bird closing date, please ask for an invoice to be sent when you register.
Our Special Interest Group Day is coming up fast, and the excitement is building as we prepare to bring our nationwide community together for a deep dive into diabetes education, innovation, and shared learning.
This year's programme features four dedicated SIG streams designed to support and strengthen our multidisciplinary workforce:
- Dietitians — exploring nutrition, behaviour change, and practical strategies for better outcomes
- Registrars — strengthening clinical knowledge, case-based learning, and emerging evidence
- Podiatrists — advancing foot care, prevention, and best practice management
- Technology — unpacking the latest tools, devices, and digital solutions shaping diabetes care
Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, connect with peers, or stay ahead of the curve, SIG Day offers something for everyone.
Kia ora koutou katoa,
As 2025 draws to a close, on behalf of the NZSSD Executive I want to take a moment to thank you for your commitment to NZSSD and our shared mission. This year has seen significant advancements, and we are already looking forward to a busy 2026. This email provides a brief overview of the strategic work we've completed and, most excitingly, a sneak peek at how we plan to celebrate our 50th Anniversary next year.
This year has been productive for NZSSD, and we are looking ahead to an even more significant 2026 as we prepare to celebrate our 50th Anniversary! Our Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) next year will be a special celebration of this half-century milestone. We want to honour the collective effort that has built NZSSD into the organisation it is today. If you have ideas for activities or recognitions we should incorporate into the ASM programme, please reach out to us - we welcome your input! We are looking for old memorabilia (photos, programmes, stories) you may be willing to share. These will help us create a meaningful acknowledgment of our history. Please contact Vida if you have items you can contribute. Registration for the ASM is now officially open at the conference website: www.nzssdasm.nz We encourage you to register early!
A key piece of work the Executive has finalised this year is our new Strategic Plan, designed to align our actions with our Constitution and guide our future. This plan is built on cross-cutting principles and values, and organised around four strategic Pou/Pillars that NZSSD will continue to strive to maintain. Attached is a visual summary of the plan for your easy reference. The more formal, detailed document will be available shortly on our website.
So with the end of the year in sight, I want to recognise the incredible commitment you all bring to your busy work schedules. I hope you are able to factor in some time for rest and relaxation so you can start 2026 feeling refreshed and renewed.
Kia hari, kia haumaru te noho e te whānau! | Wishing you all a happy and safe break!
Ngā mihi nui,
Jo
Dr Jo McClintock (she/her)
Consultant Clinical Psychologist | Kaimātai Hauora Hinengaro
President New Zealand Society for the Study of Diabetes
In this issue, we review an important study reporting 10-year outcomes from an NZ randomised controlled trial comparing laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass with laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy in patients with type 2 diabetes.
As usual we have attached the PDF, and you can also view the issue online.
Some of the other highlights include:
We hope you enjoy the papers selected for this issue and find them beneficial to you and your patients. Your feedback and suggestions are always welcome, please continue to send them in.
Kind regards,
Professor Jeremy Krebs
The ASM website will be the hub for all details including abstract submission, ASM grant applications and registrations. Please follow the link:
The NZSSD Executive is delighted to offer Conference grants to provide assistance to attend the ASM to those members who do not have dedicated CME funds (if applying you will be asked to declare this). You must be a member of NZSSD for at least one year to apply. Applications for this will close with the early-bird closing date. Note that this is a limited fund. All details about applying are on the ASM website. Payment will only be made to individuals and will not be made until registration is completed.
We have been working hard putting together the programme and are delighted to have confirmed both overseas and local speakers, details are on the ASM website. Both the ASM and SIG meetings are in-person only events.
An integral part of the meeting are the social functions which provide opportunities for networking and catching up with colleagues from across the motu. Our ASM industry soiree will be held in the industry exhibition area on Wednesday 6 May after the AGM. And on Thursday 7 May our gala dinner will be held at the conference venue. As we are celebrating the 50th year of the society the theme for 2026 is Golden Glam.
The call for abstracts is also open and we look forward to receiving your submissions. This is also done via the conference website.
We look forward to seeing you in Ahuriri Napier next May.
IMPORTANT DATES
REGISTRATION:
Early bird registration opens Wednesday 3 December 2025
Early bird rates close Wednesday 25 March 2026
Standard rates apply 26 March - 25 April 2026 with late fees applying from 26 April 2026
ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS
Open 3 December 2025
Abstract submissions close Wednesday 18 February 2026 - there will be no extensions to this date
Abstract acceptance notification in week ending Friday 20 March 2026
CONFERENCE GRANTS
Open with registrations on 3 December 2025 and close with early bird on Wednesday 25 March 2026
Share the attached information with those living with diabetes and view the online ‘what's on event calendar' to check for the session dates and times.
All those who attend are invited to join the research ‘Access AID - Accelerating care, capacity and equity in AID systems for New Zealanders with type 1 diabetes'. Led by the University of Otago.
Contact youth@diabetes.org.nz if you have any questions.
The HumaPen Savvio® (insulin delivery device) ordering process is changing. Starting October 1, 2025, hospitals will no longer need to order HumaPen Savvio® units through Eli Lilly Customer Service.
Instead, Lilly is introducing an allocation program. Hospitals will be able to receive free-of-charge HumaPen Savvio® units every three months for their patients.
Click the link to register for the program.
Please see the attached email for more information.
Details of the 2026 Diabetes New Zealand Research Foundation Fellowship, eligibility criteria, scope, funding and guidelines for applicants are provided on their website. Click HERE
The research must be conducted in New Zealand, be specifically related to diabetes and aligned to the DNZRF's mission statements
If you have any questions about the fellowship, your eligibility to apply, funding or assessment process please email admin@dnzrf.org.nz.
Kia ora koutou,
Diabetes-specific nutrition formulations (DSNFs) are becoming an important part of diabetes care in Aotearoa New Zealand with the introduction of new medicines. They are available in Aotearoa New Zealand either Pharmac subsidised on prescription or self-funded to support people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes experiencing weight loss and malnutrition requiring nutritional support, or unable to maintain adequate nutritional intake in women with diabetes in pregnancy. We are also aware that new DSNF products are entering the market imminently.
These specialised products are designed to assist with glycaemic control and provide additional nutrition, particularly for individuals with complex health needs and a poor appetite, or those requiring enteral nutrition.
Ideally the use of these formulations should be guided by a qualified dietitian following a comprehensive nutrition assessment. Dietetic involvement ensures there is:
NZSSD dietitians as well as members from other disciplines plan to work on a Consensus Statement for the use of these products in our local Aotearoa context over the coming months. Please contact us if you have any questions or would be interested in contributing to this important piece of work.
Ngā mihi,
Dr Jo McClintock (she/her)
President New Zealand Society for the Study of Diabetes
Click HERE for more information and to register
The information for this is available directly on the website here
Additional promotional materials can be downloaded from the IVW Website.
On behalf of the Psychology - Hinengaro Special Interest Group I am both pleased and proud to advise the Diabetes, Eating Behaviours, and Body Satisfaction Guidance is now live on the NZSSD website - CLICK HERE. Some of you would have heard the "whistle stop tour" at the recent ASM.
This guidance addresses an unmet need through the development of screening, assessment, and treatment recommendations for tāngata whaiora who live with diabetes and who face challenges with body satisfaction and eating behaviours, regardless of the type of diabetes they have. We have also provided strategies for kaimahi positionality and engagement.
This guidance was developed by working and consultation rōpū and the approach taken was embedded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles as well as ensuring the voice of lived experience was heard.
This guidance is written for kaimahi (health professionals) working with tāngata whaiora who live with any type of diabetes.
He kokonga whare e kitea, he kokonga ngākau e kore e kitea
A corner of a house may be seen and examined; not so the corners of the heart
We hope you find this useful and we welcome your thoughts and feedback.
Kia ora koutou,
Dr Jo McClintock (she/her)
Consultant Clinical Psychologist | Kaimātai Hauora Hinengaro
President New Zealand Society for the Study of Diabetes
For those wishing to view they are titled "Proceedings of the New Zealand Society for the Study of Diabetes Annual Scientific Meeting 14-16 May 2025, Kirikiriroa, Hamilton" and are found on pages 77 to 90 of the The New Zealand Medical Journal.
Thank you for all the incredible mahi and contributions to improving the care and outcomes for those living with diabetes in Aotearoa and for your support of our ASM.
Warning: Fake Videos Targeting People with Type 2 Diabetes
The New Zealand Society for the Study of Diabetes (NZSSD) is warning people with type 2 diabetes to be cautious about health advice on social media, especially videos that appear to be from New Zealand doctors.
Please download the PDF for more information.
The Diabetes and Related Conditions Prescribing Meeting is an opportunity to receive updates on contemporary clinical management and prescribing in diabetes care, and to connect and network with your peers involved or with an interest in diabetes care. The meeting is open to registered nurses and pharmacists with prescribing current authority and nurse practitioners.
The meeting will be held at the Novotel Hotel, Auckland Airport on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th August, 2025.
Here is the link to the meeting information and registration site:
https://www.eventleaf.com/e/DiabetesPrescribingMeeting2025