2025 Breakthrough T1D Community Summit – Iowa

Featuring Keynote Speaker: Padget Skogman M.D., F.A.A.P.
Dr. Skogman serves on our Breakthrough T1D Cedar Rapids Community Board and will share a T1D research update and how to thrive with T1D! She grew up with T1D from the age of 5, as well as Celiac Disease (dx age 24yo) and experienced the healthcare system both as a child, patient, and mother. She has been a practicing pediatrician for 10 years both as a PCP and hospitalist. “Cheers to living our longest, healthiest, most fulfilling life and teaching our kids to do the same,” Dr. Skogman shared.

Breakout Session Speakers:

• Brenda Wood-Clark, MS, LMHC, Choices Therapy Services, LLC
• Tori Glenn, RD, LD & Sarah Jerome RD, LD, LMNT, Hy-Vee Dietitians
• Keri Ulrichs, Diabetic Equipment & Supplies

Breakthrough T1D does not provide medical advice. This resource/program is for informational purposes only and is not to be used or relied on for diagnostic or treatment purposes. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice from a qualified medical professional.

Please contact your doctor or other qualified medical professional with any questions you may have regarding your diabetes or any medical condition. You should not make any changes in the management of your diabetes without first consulting your doctor or other qualified medical professional. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

Breakthrough T1D does not endorse products, brands, or services.

Youth & Teen Program Important Information:
Youth & Teen Program is available for youth grades K – 12th (spots are limited).

• Check-In: 9:15 am-9:30 am
  • Keynote begins in main room at 9:30 am.
• If your child does not want to participate in Youth/Teen Program activities, they must attend breakout sessions with their caregiver.
• Parents/Caregivers are responsible for all diabetes management.
• The Youth & Teen Program with have juice boxes available for families to treat low blood sugars.
• Check-Out: Noon
  • Following the last breakout sessions, please head directly to the Youth & Teen Program Rooms.