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FDA OKs First-Ever Nasal Glucagon for Severe Hypos in Diabetes

Medscape reports the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first nasally administered glucagon product (Baqsimi, Eli Lilly and Co) for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia for patients aged 4 years or older who have diabetes. The nasal powder is the first licensed glucagon product that is not delivered by injection and that does not require a multistep mixing process. more

A Message to AACE Members Regarding CMS Proposed Rules

Medicare imposed substantial cuts in reimbursements for the new and revised fine needle aspiration codes for 2019. AACE, together with the Endocrine Society and American Thyroid Association, advocated for you with letters to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and Congress opposing these cuts. We secured a win with the release of the proposed physician pay rule issued July 29. CMS has listed the FNA codes under the “potentially mis-valued” list, giving an opportunity for codes to be reviewed. AACE plans to write in support of the mis-valued list as a first step to… more

CDC Prediabetes Test Goal to Increase Public Awareness

The CDC recently launched in collaboration with Google Health, a prediabetes quiz that will pop up when end users search for certain medical information using their Google browser to bring more public awareness about prediabetes. Visit the Diabetes Resource Center for more details more

AACE Members Aided in Government's New Obesity Study

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has released a new study on prescription drug use to treat obesity. Several physician members of American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) — including Dr. W. Timothy Garvey, Dr. Ken Fuijoka, and Dr. Ania Jastreboff — participated in the study’s development and report. As many specialists in obesity medicine have experienced, few people with obesity use prescription drugs… more

AACE Conflicts of Interests Policy

The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, Inc. and the American College of Endocrinology, Inc. d/b/a American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (collectively “AACE”) is dedicated to elevating the practice of clinical endocrinology to improve global health. AACE is a recognized leader in the delivery of education, clinical practice guidelines, and other resources worldwide. Confidence and trust in the integrity of AACE’s resources are enhanced by maintaining independence and transparency in all relationships with related organizations and other entities. That integrity… more

Technology Project Manager

This position is responsible for maintaining information technology strategies by managing projects associated to and in the Technology Operations and Digital Solutions department. The Technology Project Manager will also plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. Duties and Responsibilities:

Set up projects and tasks in AACE project management…

Takeda Announces Recall of NATPARA (parathyroid hormone) for Injection

Pharmaceutical company Takeda has announced the recall of the its parathyroid hormone for injection, NATPRA. Read the announcement HERE. more

Background and Attributes of AACE Officers and Board Members

The AACE Nominating Committee will be looking at the following attributes during the evaluation and selection of candidates for membership on the Board of Directors. Bylaws Requirements: Engaged membership - All Board of Directors, except for the Fellow-in-Training Board Rep, are required to be an AACE member in good standing for three (3) consecutive years prior to taking office, and at the highest membership tier as determined by the Board of Directors for one (1) year prior to taking office and remain at the highest membership tier for the duration of their term on the Board.… more

Duties and Responsibilities for Officers & Board Members

President – The President serves as Chair, leads the Board and serves as the principal spokesperson for AACE. President Elect – In the absence or disability of the President, the President Elect will perform the duties of the President and such duties as the Board may prescribe. Treasurer – The Treasurer oversees the collection and retention of all funds due or accepted by the Association, expends funds under the direction of the Board, submits to the Board an annual financial report, arranges for an audit of the financial records and… more

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