Total Credits: 1.0 AAFP Prescribed Credit(s), 1.0 AOA Category 1-A Credit(s)
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the physiologic basis in which energy is utilized during exercise to help understand
the mechanisms of exercise and the metabolic complications with the diabetic athlete
2. List preparticipation guidelines for the diabetic athlete
3. Explain the exercise restrictions and guidelines for the diabetic athlete
4. Explain the process of maintaining blood glucose levels in diabetic athletes during exercise
Accreditation Statement
This educational presentation was developed according to the planning, design, implementation and evaluation standards of the accreditation requirements for category 1 CME sponsors of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). The Indiana Osteopathic Association (IOA) is accredited by the AOA to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.
The AAFP has reviewed 2025 Virtual Annual Spring Update - Enduring and deemed it acceptable for up to 18.00 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 05/18/2025 to 05/17/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Grievance Policy Statement
"It is the policy of the IOA that any physician dissatisfied with the CME program will be issued a refund upon request, and no CME credits will be reported to the AOA. Complaints on Evaluation Forms also are taken into consideration when planning future CME programs and may lead to changes in the format or content." If you have any questions or concerns about this educational experience, you may call the IOA office at (317) 926-3009 or send an email message to info@inosteo.org. All questions or concerns will be addressed promptly.
| The Diabetic Athlete Handout (18.8 MB) | Available after Purchase | ||
Dr. DeFauw is a graduate of Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM) in East Lansing, MI. He completed his family medicine residency at St. John Providence Health System in Madison Heights and Warren, MI, and his sports medicine fellowship at John Peter Smith Health System in Fort Worth and Arlington, TX. Dr. DeFauw is a board certified in family medicine and sports medicine. He plays an important nonsurgical role on the care team at Goshen Physician Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Goshen, IN. Dr. DeFauw treats patients of all ages, from young athletes and adult exercise enthusiasts to weekend warriors and others with muscle or bone injuries or pain. From football, hockey and soccer to cycling and bull riding, Dr. DeFauw knows his way around treatment and prevention of illness and sports injuries. He appreciates opportunities to serve as a team physician or medical director for high school athletes, national sports leagues and conferences. Dr. DeFauw also is a strong advocate of advancing the education of future leaders in sports medicine. He has served as the medical director for a sports medicine fellowship program and as a faculty member for health systems in Wisconsin and Texas.
