Skip to content
Sign in
Artwork for The GP Podcast
The GP Podcast · April 8 · 42 min

Type 2 Diabetes: General Practice Update Part 1

The Irish College of GPs 2026-27 #Be a GP Campaign is now live. See https://www.irishcollegeofgps.ie/BeaGP for a comprehensive overview, including training pathways and how to apply. With 13 schemes over 4 regions in Ireland, train as a GP and make a genuine difference to the lives of people and communities. As a trainee, you will benefit from a supportive training environment to develop your skills, and you can enhance this further through fellowship opportunities. And a s a qualified GP specialist, you can enjoy clinical variety with the opportunity to work as part of a team to deliver high-quality care in the community. So If you or someone you know is interested in specialist training in General Practice in Ireland, check out https://www.irishcollegeofgps.ie/BeaGP, or simply type #beagp into your search engine, for more information. Participants Dr Lisa Devine - National Clinical Lead for Diabetes, Irish College of GPs and HSE Dr John Maher - Host Summary In this first episode in a two-part series, Dr John Maher is joined by Dr. Lisa Devine to discuss Type 2 Diabetes in General Practice. Our conversation follows the recent launch of The Irish College of GPs “Type 2 Diabetes: General Practice Update” published in November 2025 and available from this link on the College website. This first part covers topics including: Recent changes in approach to T2DM Management; Focused Screening and making the diagnosis; Management of Pre-diabetes; Non pharmacological management strategies for T2DM. Part 2 of this conversation is also available now in the show feed of your podcast player, with topics including: Pharmacological interventions, with a focus on individualising therapies; Managing other CV risk factors in T2DM; Potential Complications; Audit opportunities. Links Irish College of GPs Website Type 2 Diabetes: General Practice Update (Irish College of GPs, November 2025) HSE Patient Information Guide on Diabetes Prevention Diabetes Management in General Practice: Interactive Online Module (Irish College of GPs, May 2024) Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in Primary Care (Irish College of GPs, 2020) Chronic Kidney Disease in General Practice QRG (Irish College of GPs, February 2024) Disclaimer The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor does it replace independent clinical judgment or consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. The views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Irish College of GPs. Listeners are encouraged to review current clinical guidelines, product labelling, and relevant policies before applying any information discussed in this podcast. This podcast does not establish a doctor–patient relationship. Healthcare professionals should exercise their own professional judgment in evaluating and applying information to specific clinical situations. Patients or members of the public should seek advice from their own qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment. It may not be possible or appropriate in all circumstances to follow the advice/processes suggested in this podcast, for example due to resource availability. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, medicine is a constantly evolving field, and no guarantee is made regarding the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of the information presented. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and agree that the hosts, guests, producers, affiliated organizations and the Irish College of GPs are not liable for any direct or indirect consequences resulting from the use of the information provided. Subscribe, like and review wherever you get your podcasts. Webpage: https://www.irishcollegeofgps.ie/The-GP-Podcast Email: podcast@icgp.ie

0:00 · Disclaimer-42:05
Play in

transcript

No transcript — this publisher did not publish one.

show notes

The Irish College of GPs 2026-27 #Be a GP Campaign is now live.

See https://www.irishcollegeofgps.ie/BeaGP for a comprehensive overview, including training pathways and how to apply.

With 13 schemes over 4 regions in Ireland, train as a GP and make a genuine difference to the lives of people and communities.  As a trainee, you will benefit from a supportive training environment to develop your skills, and you can enhance this further through fellowship opportunities.  And a s a qualified GP specialist, you can enjoy clinical variety with the opportunity to work as part of a team to deliver high-quality care in the community.

So If you or someone you know is interested in specialist training in General Practice in Ireland, check out https://www.irishcollegeofgps.ie/BeaGP, or simply type #beagp into your search engine, for more information.


Participants

  • Dr Lisa Devine - National Clinical Lead for Diabetes, Irish College of GPs and HSE
  • Dr John Maher - Host

 

Summary

In this first episode in a two-part series, Dr John Maher is joined by Dr. Lisa Devine to discuss Type 2 Diabetes in General Practice.  Our conversation follows the recent launch of The Irish College of GPs “Type 2 Diabetes: General Practice Update” published in November 2025 and available from this link on the College website.

 

This first part covers topics including:

  • Recent changes in approach to T2DM Management;
  • Focused Screening and making the diagnosis;
  • Management of Pre-diabetes;
  • Non pharmacological management strategies for T2DM.

Part 2 of this conversation is also available now in the show feed of your podcast player, with topics including:

  • Pharmacological interventions, with a focus on individualising therapies;
  • Managing other CV risk factors in T2DM;
  • Potential Complications;
  • Audit opportunities.

 

Links


Disclaimer
The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor does it replace independent clinical judgment or consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

The views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Irish College of GPs.

Listeners are encouraged to review current clinical guidelines, product labelling, and relevant policies before applying any information discussed in this podcast.

This podcast does not establish a doctor–patient relationship. Healthcare professionals should exercise their own professional judgment in evaluating and applying information to specific clinical situations. Patients or members of the public should seek advice from their own qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment. It may not be possible or appropriate in all circumstances to follow the advice/processes suggested in this podcast, for example due to resource availability.

While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, medicine is a constantly evolving field, and no guarantee is made regarding the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of the information presented.

By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge and agree that the hosts, guests, producers, affiliated organizations and the Irish College of GPs are not liable for any direct or indirect consequences resulting from the use of the information provided.


Subscribe, like and review wherever you get your podcasts.
Webpage: https://www.irishcollegeofgps.ie/The-GP-Podcast
Email: podcast@icgp.ie

links8

chapters

27 chapters

more episodes

All episodes