M02 - Dual Challenge: Effective Strategies for Managing Diabetes and Blood Pressure Together

Monday, August 11, 2025

8:00 AM – 8:45 AM MT

CE/CME Hours: .75 CE

Pharmacology Hours: .50 CE

Primary Presenter(s)

Vasyl Zbyrak, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP

Clinical Assistant Professor
Temple University School of Pharmacy
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

Co-Presenter(s)

John Bucheit, PharmD, BCACP, CDCES, FADCES, FCCP, AACC (he/him/his)

Associate Professor
VCU School of Pharmacy
Richmond, Virginia

Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose

Hypertension is a significant comorbidity, impacting more than 50% of persons with diabetes. There has been an evolution of blood pressure (BP) targets over the years with updates in practice guidelines contributing to a lack of standardization in care. Through the presentation, we aim to emphasize how managing BP effectively can help prevent complications in diabetes. Attendees will learn evidence-based strategies with guidance from literature and guidelines for managing both conditions, including medication, lifestyle modifications, and patient education. By adopting an integrated care approach, CDCES professionals will gain practical tools to improve patient outcomes and enhance overall health and quality of life.

Disclosure(s):

Vasyl Zbyrak, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP: No financial relationships to disclose

John Bucheit, PharmD, BCACP, CDCES, FADCES, FCCP, AACC: No financial relationships to disclose