November is National Diabetes Month, with World Diabetes Day falling on November 14. Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts offers specialized Diabetes CME for NPs, PAs, RNs, and physicians through on-demand courses (Best of the Best of 2026 and the Diabetes & Endocrinology On-demand package), plus full-day Diabetes CME sessions at all nine 2027 in-person conferences. Attendees can earn up to 39 CME credits per event.
Why Diabetes CME Matters This November
November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country raise awareness about diabetes prevention, early detection, and management. On November 14, the more globally recognized World Diabetes Day also seeks to raise awareness about this chronic condition. This year’s theme is “Early action on diabetes,” focusing on early diagnosis and risk reduction.
For clinicians, that awareness translates directly into the need for strong, current Diabetes CME. The right Diabetes CME keeps NPs, PAs, RNs, and physicians equipped to recognize early warning signs and intervene before complications set in.
The State of Diabetes Awareness in the U.S.
About 38 million Americans have diabetes, and approximately 97 million adults have prediabetes. There remains a large awareness gap, however. It is estimated that one in five people with diabetes do not know they have it, and about 85% of people with prediabetes are unaware of their condition.
Diabetes, which occurs when blood glucose is too high, can damage the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and heart. The condition is also linked to some types of cancer. That reality underscores why Diabetes CME is so important for clinicians working across primary care, urgent care, and specialty settings.
How Patients Can Prevent or Manage Diabetes
While the chances of developing Type II diabetes are highly influenced by genetics, there are measures a person can take to delay or prevent developing diabetes. There are also steps to make living with diabetes more manageable. For patients of either Type 1 or Type 2, that could mean:
- Know your risk for developing diabetes. A person is more likely to develop type 2 diabetes if they are overweight or obese, are age 35 or older, have a family history of diabetes, are African American, American Indian, Asian American, Hispanic or Latino, or Pacific Islander, are not physically active, or have prediabetes.
- Get regular screenings and checkups, and manage your blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels. Early detection is key for effective management and treatment in the event of developing diabetes.
- Take small steps toward healthy habits, such as planning healthy meals, being physically active, getting enough sleep, and not smoking.
- Take your medicine on time.
- Reach or maintain a healthy weight. The American Diabetes Association recommends that people with prediabetes lose at least 7-10% of their body weight to prevent disease progression.
- Avoid refined carbohydrates. Instead, try complex carbs, like oatmeal, whole grains, and vegetables.
- Take care of your mental health.
- Work with your health care team.
The best Diabetes CME courses prepare clinicians to counsel patients on each of these steps with confidence and current clinical evidence.
Diabetes CME for Healthcare Teams
For healthcare teams, including nurse practitioners (NPs), physician assistants (PAs), registered nurses (RNs), and physicians, we at Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts have made Diabetes CME a foundation of our curriculum. We continue to offer full-day sessions on Diabetes CME at our in-person CME conferences, all of which are accessible via our Virtual CME platform.
Online Diabetes CME Options
We also offer on-demand Diabetes CME courses designed for maximum flexibility. These options let NPs, PAs, RNs, and physicians earn credits without taking time away from practice.
Best of the Best of 2026
The Best of the Best of 2026 package includes sessions dedicated to diabetes and endocrinology, lipid management, and hypothyroidism. Notably, the full package delivers 18.75 CME credit hours (Rx = 3.25), making it one of the most efficient routes to earning Diabetes CME online.
Diabetes and Endocrinology On-Demand CME
The Diabetes & Endocrinology On-demand CME course will also bring you up to date on statin and non-statin lipid-lowering therapies and on identifying, diagnosing, treating, and monitoring thyroid disease. Specifically, this specialized package is built for clinicians who want a deeper dive into Diabetes CME beyond general content.
2027 In-Person Diabetes CME Conferences
In 2027, Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts’ in-person CME conferences in destination locations also offer full-day sessions on Diabetes CME. Attendees can earn up to 39 CME credits per event (26 in-person or virtual plus up to 13 online), with Super Saver pricing available for early registrants:
- June 8-11, 2027: Destin, FL (Earn up to 39 CME credits, 26 In-person/Virtual + 13 Online) (Register by January 8, 2027, for our Super Saver rates)
- June 28-July 1, 2027: Myrtle Beach, SC (Earn up to 39 CME credits, 26 In-person/Virtual + 13 Online) (Register by January 28, 2027, for our Super Saver rates)
- July 12-15, 2027: Hilton Head, SC (Earn up to 39 CME credits, 26 In-person/Virtual + 13 Online) (Register by February 12, 2027, for our Super Saver rates)
- July 20-23, 2027: Pensacola Beach, FL (Earn up to 39 CME credits, 26 In-person/Virtual + 13 Online) (Register by February 20, 2027, for our Super Saver rates)
- August 30-September 2, 2027: Nashville, TN (Earn up to 39 CME credits, 26 In-person/Virtual + 13 Online) (Register by March 30, 2027, for our Super Saver rates)
- September 14-17, 2027: Pensacola Beach, FL (Earn up to 39 CME credits, 26 In-person/Virtual + 13 Online) (Register by April 14, 2027, for our Super Saver rates)
- October 11-14, 2027: Orlando, FL (Earn up to 39 CME credits, 26 In-person/Virtual + 13 Online) (Register by May 11, 2027, for our Super Saver rates)
- October 26-29, 2027: Denver, CO (Earn up to 39 CME credits, 26 In-person/Virtual + 13 Online) (Register by May 26, 2027, for our Super Saver rates)
- November 9-12, 2027: Las Vegas, NV (Earn up to 39 CME credits, 26 In-person/Virtual + 13 Online). Registration opens soon.
Make Your Diabetes CME Plan This November
No matter your preference for online CME or in-person CME conferences, Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts has you covered when it comes to Diabetes CME. This November, recognize National Diabetes Month and World Diabetes Day by making your plan for earning Diabetes CME.
Frequently Asked Questions About Diabetes CME
What is Diabetes CME?
Ultimately, Diabetes CME is continuing medical education focused on diabetes prevention, screening, diagnosis, and management. In particular, it covers topics like Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, lipid management, thyroid disease, and the latest pharmacological therapies.
How many Diabetes CME credits can I earn with Skin Bones?
To start, each in-person 2027 Skin Bones conference offers up to 39 CME credits per event. Additionally, the Best of the Best of 2026 package delivers 18.75 credit hours, and the Diabetes & Endocrinology On-Demand CME course offers specialized credits in diabetes and related endocrine topics.
When are the 2027 Skin Bones Diabetes CME conferences?
Currently, nine in-person Diabetes CME conferences are scheduled for 2027, spanning June through November in Destin, Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head, Pensacola Beach, Nashville, Orlando, Denver, and Las Vegas.
Can I earn Diabetes CME online?
Absolutely. In fact, Skin Bones offers Diabetes CME through on-demand courses including Best of the Best of 2026 and the dedicated Diabetes & Endocrinology On-Demand CME package. Additionally, virtual CME conferences stream live from every in-person event.
What topics does Diabetes CME cover at Skin Bones?
Specifically, Diabetes CME at Skin Bones covers Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, GLP-1 and other diabetes medications, statin and non-statin lipid-lowering therapies, thyroid disease identification and treatment, and real-world case studies for primary care.
When is National Diabetes Month?
Notably, National Diabetes Month is observed every November in the United States. Additionally, World Diabetes Day falls on November 14, offering a global focus on prevention, early detection, and management.
Is Diabetes CME required for NPs and PAs?
Yes. Specifically, CME is required for NPs and PAs by state medical boards and for national certification. However, exact diabetes hour requirements vary by state and certifying body.
Honor National Diabetes Month With Specialized Diabetes CME
Whether you take in an in-person CME Conference at a destination location, or via our online courses, like our Best of the Best of 2026, or virtual CME conferences, such as our Encore Virtual CME event series, you will learn from the best of the medical community as you earn CME credits, network, and gain knowledge on cardiology and emergency medicine, obesity, dermatology, diabetes, orthopedics, and men and women’s health. We also offer the best value per CME credit in the CME training industry.
Ready to lock in your Diabetes CME plan for National Diabetes Month and beyond? Choose the on-demand course, virtual conference, or destination event that fits your schedule, and take the next step in advancing care for the millions of Americans living with diabetes and prediabetes.