Like I tell my 5, 6, 9, and 11 year old children, don't believe everything that you see on the internet! I have attached the most recent FDA Warning Letter regarding Animas. The point is that all medical device companies, auto manufacturers, meter m…
Again I'm sorry. The recall was do to a very specific issue with the infusion set. Mainly dealing with high altitudes. Have you had a chance to download your pump to see if there were any alarms when there was an over or under delivery of insulin? I…
I'm sorry to hear about your highs and lows, as well as, not receiving any notification about recall. The patients that did not receive a call either had out dated mailing addresses, or incorrect contact info. Also if you receive your pump supplies…
I'm glad that there are forums where people can speak their mind and share their opinions. I have a few things to share as well:
1. I am a Minimed rep so keep that in mind.
2. I have worked with hundreds and hundreds of insulin and non-insulin pump…
Crystal- Upgrading depends on what the model of the pump is and how long you have had it. Pumps are warranteed for 4 years. Medtronic will replace a pump for 48 months after that the wearer will need to get a new one. Some patients will need to upgr…
Where do you live? (Your Hometown, City, or State)
Henderson, NV
Do you have Diabetes?
No
My relationship to diabetes is...
I have an Uncle with Diabetes, I have a cousin who has Diabetes, I have a friend with Diabetes, I have a co-worker with Diabetes
Tell your story as to why you want to become a Diabetic Angel or start your own chapter of the Diabetic Angels and maybe your story will be featured!
I would like to support any group that wants to help others with diabetes. I am heavily involved in diabetes care working for Medtronic Diabetes and I believe that it is important to do all that we can to support any and all efforts to cure diabetes.
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Asheesh Dewan
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hi Isaac... well finally i am getting my pink pump soon... i have a few connections at medtronic minimed... ... i stll say that dexcom seven sensor is the best... maybe some day i will try the medtronic sensor.....
Hi again Isaac,
Just so you know, you are helping...you are making a difference! Plenty of DA's have gotten back to us and told us it's nice to have you a part of the community!!
Hi Isaac, It we're truly happy that you joined the Diabetic Angels and are grateful for your input and quick response to the questions posted by other DA's...
THANK YOU for caring enough to help!!!!
has anyone tried the dexcom seven sensor?? best ever... check it out at dexcom.com.... most insurances will help pay for this sensor... and you only have to change this sensor every 7 days....
hi after 6 years.// i finally figured it out... degas the insulin vial wait 10 minutes then fill the res. seems to be working... i wish someone had told me sooner...
Hi Isaac,
As one of the Founders of the DA's, I want to Welcome you and thank you for being so willing to help medtronic pumpers. I have been following the discussion and find your input very helpful!
Thanks again for being so involved!!!!
hi i have been a diabetic for over 49 years and on the 522 medtonic pump for almost 6 years... i am thinking of going on the omnipod... any suggestions. why am i thinking of going on the omnipod... i am sick or getting air bubbles in my tubing... i have tried everything.. the smallest air bubble .. rasises my bg.... this is not a very big problem, but someone told me that the omnipod does not get air bubbles... can anyone tell me the truth about the omnipod..... my a 1 c was 6.7.... but i have to constantly look at the tubing to check for air..... i am now on the dexcom 7 sensor... the best sensor ever....