2nd Annual Redding Rancheria Northern California Diabetes Conference
Empowering Northern California in fight against diabetes
NOW OFFERING CME/CE CREDITS!
Friday, November 21st, 2025
8am-4pm
Win-River Resort & Casino
Join healthcare providers, educators, policymakers, advocates, and community leaders in advancing diabetes care, fostering collaboration, and improving outcomes for individuals and families across Northern California.
Featured Speakers
Dr. Mohamed Khan, a cardiovascular and peripheral arterial disease (PAD) specialist, began his medical career with a United Nations Scholarship at the University of Alexandria, Egypt, graduating in 1983. After completing his residency in New York and serving as an attending physician in California, he was inspired by his mother’s battle with heart disease to focus on cardiovascular care.…
Summer Ross, DMSc-S, PA-C, CDCES is a Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) student in the ATSU Arizona School of Health Sciences DMSc program. She is a Nationally Board-Certified Physician Associate/Assistant and Board-Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.
She is pursuing a Doctorate degree with the professional emphasis in advanced clinical training in Diabetology. She serves on the Primary Care Advisory Group for the American Diabetes Association reviewing and revising the abridged standards of care for primary care providers.…
Beverly Thomassian or “Coach Bev”, RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM is a nationally recognized diabetes nurse specialist, author, educator, and advocate. She blends science, storytelling, and compassion to improve diabetes outcomes through education and curiosity.
Over the past two decades, Beverly’s company has empowered thousands of clinicians to achieve diabetes certification while championing a holistic, judgment-free approach to care.…
Dr. Clipper Young, PharmD, is a Full Professor and Director of Clinical Research at Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine.
A clinical pharmacist specializing in diabetes and cardiometabolic care, he leads community programs such as the Pharm2Home Initiative and conducts outcomes and population health research using datasets like NHANES.
His scholarship spans diabetes technology, telehealth, and the integration of generative AI into care delivery.…
Registration
Advancing Diabetes Care Across Indian Country and Beyond
This year’s conference will offer a dynamic program featuring leading experts in diabetes care, emerging treatment strategies, technology-driven solutions, and community-based prevention models. Designed to serve professionals at all levels, the sessions will highlight real-world approaches to improving outcomes in Native and rural communities throughout Northern California and beyond.
Why Attend?
• Engage in expert-led presentations and panel discussions
• Learn about the latest in diabetes technologies and treatments
• Explore culturally relevant prevention and care strategies
• Build partnerships across clinical and community health sectors
• Earn continuing education credits (details forthcoming)
Join Us in Making a Difference
Whether you’re on the frontlines of diabetes treatment, public health, education, or advocacy, your voice and perspective matter. Be part of a growing movement to reduce the burden of diabetes and support healthier futures for our communities.
Mark your calendars for November 21, 2025, and stay tuned for registration details, speaker announcements, and full program highlights.
Together, we are shaping the future of diabetes care—one conversation, one connection, and one community at a time.
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned by Redding Rancheria Tribal Heath Systems and the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists. The Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
This activity is under review for 4 CE/CME credits for Nurses, Dietitians, Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Physicians, PAs, and Social Workers.