If you’re starting insulin or looking to improve your diabetes management, the book Using Insulin offers everything you need to succeed.
Written by the trusted authors of Pumping Insulin—John Walsh, PA CDE, Ruth Roberts, MA, Chandrasekhar Varma, MD, FACE, FACP, and Timothy Bailey, MD, FACE, FACP—this comprehensive guide helps you understand insulin therapy and take control of your health.
Why This Book Is a Must-Have
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been using insulin for years, Using Insulin simplifies complex topics and offers step-by-step instructions to help you achieve better blood sugar control. It’s ideal for:
- People considering or starting insulin therapy
- Long-time insulin users aiming to improve glucose control
- Healthcare professionals who support people with diabetes
With over 316 pages, Using Insulin includes:
- 28 detailed chapters
- 50+ data tables and 18 graphs
- 13 interactive forms
- Examples of real-world blood sugar patterns and solutions
- Tips on the latest diabetes technology, medications, and complication prevention
What You’ll Learn
Inside, you’ll find clear answers to the questions that matter most:
- How many carbs should I eat per day?
- What is a normal blood sugar level?
- How do I set a safe and effective target range?
- Which basal insulin works best for my schedule?
- What’s the ideal A1c—and how do I reach it?
- What tests can help prevent long-term complications?
Discover the Power of Basal-Bolus Therapy
Using Insulin promotes a modern basal/bolus approach to insulin therapy. This method offers:
- More flexibility in meals and exercise
- Better A1c results
- Fewer and less severe lows
- Greater freedom in daily life and travel
- Improved peace of mind
What Readers Are Saying
“Comprehensive and easy to read. As far as I’m concerned, it’s the insulin bible!”
—Rick Mendosa, Diabetes author and webmaster
“Using Insulin is an excellent and complete source of practical information. Easily the most complete book on this topic.”
—Dr. Steven Edelman, UC San Diego, Founder of TCOYD
“This book pulls you into the next millennium of insulin therapy. Almost anyone can achieve optimal control with it.”
—Jean Betschart-Roemer, MSN, CPNP, CDE
Meet the Authors
John Walsh, PA, CDE: With over 30 years of personal and clinical experience, John has guided thousands of people on insulin. He’s also a respected speaker and prolific author in the diabetes field.
Ruth Roberts, MA: A longtime diabetes educator and writer, Ruth is a coauthor of multiple books and the editor of “Diabetes This Week,” a leading research-focused newsletter.
Chandrasekhar Varma, MD, FACE, FACP: Dr. Varma is a Board-Certified Endocrinologist and clinical professor at UCSD who brings the latest diabetes technologies to patient care.
Timothy Bailey, MD, FACE, FACP: A clinical educator at UCSD and an expert in treating Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, Dr. Bailey is committed to patient-centered care and clinical innovation.
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