AADI launches the 3rd episode of the Let's Talk About video series. Episode #3 welcomes Ka Hei Karen Lau, a Registered Dietitian at Joslin Diabetes Center.
A Health Workshop and Q&A Session led by Ka Hei Karen Lau. We are excited to have a virtual event with parents of the Head Start Program!
Dr. King wil be meeting Drs. Sally and Larry Ho, one of the founding members of the AADI in L.A. to discuss recent launch of AADI video series "Let's talk about" and other initiatives to support and empower members of Asian community who are touched by diabetes
Asian Clinic continues to hold hybrid appointments on Wednesday 1pm-4:30pm and Thursday 8am-11:30am. In the month of October we had 51 in-person appointments and virtual appointments.
Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital held 'The 8th forum on endocrine metabolism' and Dr. King was invited to give an online lecture. His talk is titled: Progress in Diagnosis and Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy
Dr. King gave a presentation on "Diabetes in Chinese Americans: special features for onset, prevention and treatments, especially during 2021" to the New England Chinese American Alliance.
Asian Clinic continues to hold hybrid appointments on Wednesday from 1pm-4:30pm and Thursday 8am-11:30am. In the month of September we had 49 in-person appointments and 26 virtual appointments.
Asian Clinic continues to hold hybrid appointments on Wednesday from 1pm-4:30pm and Thursday 8am-11:30am. In the month of August we had 33 in-person appointments, 25 virtual appointments.
Impact of Culturally Specific Care Teams on Mitigation of Racial Disparities in Diabetes Care: A Five-Year EHR-Based Study" was was published on Diabetes journal, June 2021 issue and abstract was shared at the American Diabetes Association 81st Scientific Sessions.
Thank you for attending Joslin Diabetes Center's first-ever virtual A Taste of Ginger! With your support, we were able to raise over $215,000 for Joslin's Asian American Diabetes Initiative (AADI).
The AADI has created "Diabetes Prevention and Management: A Guide for Asian Americans" with Asian Americans who have diabetes or live with someone with diabetes in mind, to serve as a practical guide on taking great care of themselves during the COVID-19 pandemic.
On May 10, 2021 we will be hosting the Annual Lawrence and Evelyn Wing Family Lectureship. This year we are honored to have Dr. Elisa Choi join us for our 4th lectureship, titled "Anti-Asian Racism and COVID-19: Pandemics in Parallel"
A message from Dr. George King addressing racism against Asian Americans
Don’t miss our series of COVID-19 related webinars featuring various tips on how to self-care during this challenging time.
Dr. King has been invited to join a live panel on key opportunities and challenges for cross border collaboration in today's healthcare and life science industries.
In March 2020 Joslin made the switch to telehealth appointments to continue providing care for all patients. We have now resumed in-person appointments in addition to continuing telehealth visits. If you are a new patient it is recommended to come into Joslin to be seen for the first time. Questions about appointments? Contact the Asian Clinic Coordinator at 617-309-3444
Join us on next weeks webinar hosted by Asian Women for Health. Ka Hei Karen Lau, Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator will be giving tips on how to stay safe and health during the COVID-19 pandemic
A Personal Message from Dr. King regarding A Taste of Ginger event
In light of the viral COVID-19, Joslin's Asian Clinic has shifted to a remote model of patient care with very limited in-person appointments. For questions please call Julia, Asian Clinic Coordinator at 617-309-3444
We will be giving a talk at the Head Start Program in Quincy!
Dr. King's article titled: The Secret Food Fix That Stops Diabetes is now published on Bottom Line.
After 20 years at Joslin Diabetes Center, Dr. William Hsu is leaving his role at Joslin. His last day will be August 29th.
Dr. King was invited by Harvard Medical School's SAMDA and APAMSA to give a presentation at their RepresentAsian in Data Conference.
Walking Club returns this summer! Join us at Boston Common on Saturday mornings.
Dr. William Hsu gives keynote at the annual Massachusett's Department of Public Health's Diabetes Summit
We will be hosting our 10th Asian Social Club in April! This workshop will focus on Exercise and Cognitive Health.
A Health Workshop and Q&A Session with parents from the Quincy Head Start Program.
On March 25, 2019 we will be hosting the Annual Lawrence and Evelyn Wing Family Lectureship on Diabetes. This year we are honored to have Dr. Frank Hu join us for our 3rd lectureship titled "Precision Nutrition for Curbing Global Diabetes Epidemic: Hype or Hope?"
Join us at the Wang YMCA on 2/16/19 for a diabetes risk screening!
Join us at the South Shore YMCA on 12/14/18 for a diabetes risk screening!
AADI video series, “Let’s Talk About” where we talk about many topics we are all wondering about – living with diabetes, COVID-19 and vaccines, pregnancy and gestational diabetes, emotional and physical stress, and more! Episode #3 welcomes Ms. Ka Hei Karen Lau, a Registered Dietitian at Joslin Diabetes Center. She will talk about planning your pregnancy, gestational diabetes, what to know before conception and postpartum care!
Click here to watch epsiode #3
Asian Clinic continues to hold hybrid appointments on Wednesday 1pm-4:30pm and Thursday 8am-11:30am. In the month of October we had 51 in-person appointments and 31 virtual appointments.
If you have questions about Joslin's Asian Clinic, please call 617-309-3444 and leave a message about appointment scheduling.
"Culturally-Specific Diabetes Care Reduces Disparities in Metabolic Control" was published on Diabetes journal, July 2018 issue and abstract was shared at the American Diabetes Association 78th Scientific Sessions.
"Increasing nutrition knowledge of Chinese Americans through a culturally-tailored bento box workshop" was published on Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, October 2017, Volume 117, issue 10 and the abstract was shared at the Poster Session: Wellness and Public Health, Food & Nutrition Concerence & Expo on October 24th.
"Impact of CulturallySpecific Care Teams on Mitigation of Racial Disparities in Diabetes Care: AFive-Year EHR-Based Study" was was published on Diabetes journal, June 2021 issue and abstract was shared at the American Diabetes Association 81st Scientific Sessions.
Joslin's Asian Clinic has shifted to a remote model of patient care with very limited in-person urgent appointments.
Asian Clinic continues to hold hybrid appointments on Wednesday from 1pm-4:30pm and Thursday 8am-11:30am. In the month of August we had 33 in-person appointments, 25 virtual appointments. Patients have a choice between onsite or virtual appointments. It is highly recomended to have lab work done at Joslin or at a Primary Care Provider's office for the virtual appointment.
If you have questions about Joslin's Asian Clinic, please call 617-309-3444 about appointment scheduling.
Dr. King to meet with Drs. Sally and Larry Ho, one of the founding members of the AADI in L.A. to discuss recent launch of AADI video series "Let's talk about" and other initiatives to support and empower members of the Asian community who are touched by diabetes.
A Health Workshop and Q&A Session led by Ka Hei Karen Lau. We are excited to be invited back again by the QCAP Head Start Program for a virtual Parent Cafe session held on Fridays. This year Karen will discuss staying healthy during the holiday season as we near the end of the year.
Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital held 'The 8th forum on endocrine metabolism' and Dr. King was invited to give an online lecture. His talk is titled: Progress in Diagnosis and Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy
Dr. King gave a presentation on "Diabetes in Chinese Americans: special features for onset, prevention and treatments, especially during 2021" to the New England Chinese American Alliance. This is part of their Zoom seminar series they hold for greater Boston Chinese American communities. Over 250 people attended online with lots of positive feedback.
Thanks to our dedicated restaurant partners, sponsors, and supporters it was an inspirational evening filled with education, food, and fun.
Your generosity allows the AADI to continue to improve the quality of life and health outcomes for Asian Americans living with diabetes. During the event, you heard about their new bilingual booklet, Diabetes Prevention and Management: A Guide for Asian Americans. This booklet serves as a practical guide on managing diabetes during the COVID-19 pandemic. We hope you find this resource helpful as we continue to navigate this challenging time.
Didn't get the chance to make your gift on Sunday? You still can! Click here to make a gift.
It will be available in 5 languages on May 16th, and are free to download from the AADI website:
This booklet covers many topics that are helpful for those with diabetes and those who live with or care for them. We hope this booklet will empower many health ambassadors like you, who are helping their family and friends in their community to navigate this challenging time.
Please feel free to share with anyone who may find these helpful. And thank you again for supporting the AADI to help us make tools like these and help us lead healthier life!
