About the 2010 Annual Meeting & Exhibition

Discover the state-of-the-art education and unmatched value of the biggest event for diabetes education and diabetes healthcare professionals

You’re invited to join the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) Annual Meeting & Exhibition, the conference of choice for thousands of professionals just like you. In San Antonio, Texas, Aug. 4-7, you can experience diabetes education’s largest and most influential event—the event attendees say meets their highest standard of satisfaction and offers an outstanding value for their investment.

This important yearly event serves a convening and connecting role for diabetes educators and diabetes healthcare professionals from all areas of the diabetes healthcare delivery system, bringing together thought leaders, administrators, caregivers and innovators.

AADE Annual Meeting & Exhibition is a catalyst for change, knowledge, advancement and growth for the entire diabetes education community, as well as for the industry’s dedicated, passionate multidisciplinary professionals.

CE and Industry Insights

• The largest course selection available in diabetes education
• Earn up to 22 continuing education credit hours 
• Five learning tracks and over 100 educational sessions for professionals at every career level
• Sessions on program and business management

The Latest Solutions and Innovations

• With nearly 300 exhibiting companies, the Exhibition offers the opportunity to interact with top industry suppliers to learn new solutions to specific problems
• See new products, services and technologies showcased, including live demonstrations and support

Unparalleled Networking Opportunities

• Diabetes education’s largest industry gathering, bringing together diabetes care professionals from all areas of diabetes care
• Learn firsthand from industry experts and colleagues who have overcome front line challenges and implemented new solutions
• Attend social and networking events that create opportunities to build your network

Outstanding Value

• The convenience of insight, education, career development, networking and resources, all in just 4 days and one location
• A family- and budget-friendly destination—San Antonio offers a wide variety of attractions and events, including the popular Riverwalk
• The AADE Travel Service is your resource for the lowest airfares and car discounts
• Book your hotel through the AADE Housing Bureau for the best hotel rates and exclusive perks

Takeaways

• Up-to-the minute knowledge of today’s research, medications, trends and patient care delivery methods
• The latest strategies in program management, productivity and reimbursement
• Abstracts and handout materials for educational sessions
• Tools, resources and information that can enrich the skills and abilities of your team and colleagues
• Industry connections and professional relationships that can build and advance your career

Those who attend tell us they are inspired and revitalized by the experience, ready to face challenges old and new with fresh ideas and renewed enthusiasm. Join us in San Antonio as we turn our vision into reality, and advance ideas into action for a better quality of life for patients with diabetes and related conditions.

We believe in our industry’s ability to bring positive change. We believe in you. And we can’t wait to see you.

AADE Annual Meeting & Exhibition offers critical support and guidance, front-line wisdom and advice, unmatched opportunity for peer-to-peer interaction, the latest tools and solutions, and state-of-the-art professional education. Your mission is our mission—to extend the very best diabetes education and care to more patients.

This event is designed to meet the needs of Certified Diabetes Educators (CDEs), nurses, advance practice nurses, nurse practitioners, dietitians, pharmacists, clinical nurse specialists, physicians, physician assistants, podiatrists, LVNs/LPNs, allied health professionals, public health administrators, exercise physiologists, psychologists and students.