Episode 27: Revolutionizing Diabetes Care Through Coaching: The Diabuddy Program with Ken Sternfeld

In this special episode, Dr. Keith Hersey—newly appointed Director of Experiential Learning at CareSync Concierge—sits down with Ken Sternfeld, the Concierge Pharmacist who developed the innovative Diabuddy Experience Program. Together, they explore how peer support and pharmacist coaching are reshaping how we support patients, especially those with prediabetes. Ken shares his vision behind The DiaBuddy Project, its real-world impact on adherence and outcomes, and how students, providers, and patients can all play a role in creating a more human, connected, and successful approach to diabetes care. The Mission and Purpose of The DiaBuddy Experience is to Destroy Diabetes With Prevention ! 🔑Key Takeaways: What the Diabuddy Experience Program is and how it works Why GLP-1 adherence requires coaching, not just prescriptions How pharmacy students gain real-world experience by supporting patients How patients benefit from relatable, consistent communication A new vision for experiential learning in pharmacy education 🔗Connect with the The Diabuddy Experience: 👉For Patients: Interested in getting personal support while on a GLP-1? Are you prediabetic, type 2 diabetic or just want gain control of your blood sugars? Join the Diabuddy coaching experience here: www.masteryourglp.com/master-your-blood-sugar-today 👉For Pharmacy Students: Want to become a Diabuddy Coach and gain clinical experience? Email herseyhealthhelp@gmail.com 👉For Healthcare Providers & Schools of Pharmacy: Partner with the Diabuddy program to expand care and experiential learning: Email herseyhealthhelp@gmail.com 🎙️ About the Guest: Ken Sternfeld is a longtime advocate for pharmacist-led innovation in healthcare and the founder of the Diabuddy Program. His work focuses on patient engagement, digital coaching, and creating new pathways for healthcare students to get involved in improving outcomes. 🗣️About the Host: Dr. Keith Hersey is a former pharmacist, Type 2 diabetic, and host of Destroying Diabetes. He is the Director of Experiential Learning at CareSync Concierge and founder of the Master Your GLP coaching program, helping patients thrive on GLP-1s and reverse chronic disease. 🌐Want Dr Keith to speak to your school or organization? Learn more at: www.drkeithspeaking.com