Latinos are twice as likely to develop diabetes than whites. According to the 2010 US census 50.5 million people of Hispanic origin reside in the US. Pennsylvania has 12 million Latinos 5.7% of the total state population and most are Puerto Rican. Hispanic/Latinos originate from 34 different countries and speak different languages. During my presentation we will discuss how to assess, communicate and develop strategies to create trust and develop a therapeutic relationship with your Latino patients and their families. I will share proven strategies that will allow you to educate and change your patients behavior.
My connection with AADE goes back to 1994 when I became a member, in 2002 I was elected to the Board of Directors and in 2008 I served as the President for the organization. Today I live in PA and lead the Johnson and Johnson Diabetes Institute globally. I am thrilled to be part of this program and look forward to see old friends and meet new colleagues from PA’s coordinating body and LNG’s.
Looking forward to seeing you in Harrisburg in May!
Amparo Gonzalez
Amparo's presentation "Culturally Relevant Diabetes Management in Latinos with Diabtes" will be on Friday. For a complete list of the speakers and the presentations the link below will have the details
The link below will take you to the registration page;
http://www.myaadenetwork.org/p/co/ly/gid=61&req=load&fid=2418
Brochure:
http://www.myaadenetwork.org/p/fo/do/download=1&fid=13514