Save the Date for the Redding Rancheria Northern California Diabetes Conference
We are excited to announce the Redding Rancheria Northern California Diabetes Conference, set to take place on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the elegant Win-River Resort & Casino. Organized with a focus on advancing diabetes care, this pivotal event aims to bring together a diverse community of professionals, healthcare providers, educators, policymakers, and advocates dedicated to the diabetes cause.
Elevating Diabetes Care Through Education and Collaboration
Our goal is to deliver a comprehensive program that encompasses the latest information and advancements in diabetes care, tailored to meet the needs of a varied audience. The conference is designed to not only share cutting-edge research and best practices but also to foster meaningful collaborations and discussions among participants. Whether you are deeply involved in diabetes management or interested in the broader implications of diabetes care, this conference offers valuable insights and networking opportunities.
A Day of Learning and Engagement
The Redding Rancheria Northern California Diabetes Conference is more than just an event; it’s a movement towards enhancing diabetes management and care outcomes across Northern California. Attendees will have the chance to participate in a range of sessions covering important topics in the field, engage with experts, and contribute to a unified effort to improve the lives of those affected by diabetes.
Mark Your Calendars
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative day dedicated to advancing diabetes care through education and collaboration. Save the date for October 25, 2024, and stay tuned for more information on how you can join us at the Win-River Resort & Casino for a day filled with insightful discussions, learning opportunities, and the chance to connect with peers and experts in the field.
Together, we can make a significant impact on diabetes care in Northern California. We look forward to welcoming you to an inspiring and informative day dedicated to making a difference.
Featured Speakers
We are honored to welcome a distinguished lineup of speakers.
Dr. Mohamed Khan, M.D., PAD
Cardiovascular, Peripheral Arterial Disease and Clinical Hypertension Specialist, The Cardiovascular CenterBiography
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.
He founded a free clinic in her honor and pursued advanced fellowships in cardiovascular medicine and PAD. Dr. Khan has held leadership roles, including Medical Director at the Cardiovascular Institute of the South and Shasta Regional Medical Center, where he currently practices. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine and a Fellow of multiple prestigious medical colleges.
Shasta County Health & Human Services Agency
The Health and Human Services Agency provides a wide range of services aimed at ensuring a safe, healthy, and productive life for all. Their discussion topic will focus on relevant diabetic epidemiology statistics in Northern California as well as methods to prevent diabetes. HHSA offers a wide variety of services that are briefly summarized below:
- Children’s Services Branch: Supports children’s safety and mental well-being, investigates abuse and neglect, licenses foster homes, provides adoption services, and offers mental health and substance abuse services for Medi-Cal beneficiaries up to age 21.
- Adult Services Branch: Focuses on mental health and substance abuse services for adults, including crisis evaluations, outpatient care, and support for those in need of guardianship. It also administers social services like Adult Protective Services, In-Home Supportive Services, and Public Guardian services.
- Public Health Branch: Works on preventing communicable diseases, chronic diseases, and other public health issues, promotes healthy behaviors, and maintains an emergency response unit.
- Economic Mobility Branch: Provides localized services such as food assistance (CalFresh), Medi-Cal, employment services (CalWORKs), and support programs like WIC, aimed at fostering economic stability and family well-being.
