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Hello everyone! I’m a T1D for 56 years and am currently using Dexcom 7 and Omnipod Dash. As I live in Alberta, I am on the pump program.

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Edmonton, AB

Am just wondering if anyone has experience here in Alberta? I want to switch to the Omnipod 5 and would love to hear from others who have switched. Was it difficult or easy? A long process? My current endocrinologist is not very helpful either.

August 8
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I was originally on Omnipod Dash myself. Then, I moved long distance, from Florida to Kentucky, and I switched Endocrinologists, and I had picked a GREAT Endocrinologist! He switched me to Omnipod 5, and now, I'm not taking ANY 24-hour insulin-I was taking 18 units Tresiba-and I have not taken it since last May! And my a1c has been OUT OF THIS WORLD GREAT! 6.4, 6.6, and most recently, 6.5!!!

August 8
myT1Dteam

56 years of managing T1D is truly remarkable — you clearly know your stuff! While there aren't specific shared experiences from Alberta members about switching through the provincial pump program, there are some helpful things to know about the Omnipod 5 itself.

The Omnipod 5 is a tubeless patch pump approved for people Show Full Answer

56 years of managing T1D is truly remarkable — you clearly know your stuff! While there aren't specific shared experiences from Alberta members about switching through the provincial pump program, there are some helpful things to know about the Omnipod 5 itself.

The Omnipod 5 is a tubeless patch pump approved for people with T1D and offers some great upgrades over the Dash, including:

- Automated insulin adjustments every 5 minutes
- Integration with a continuous glucose monitor
- Smartphone app control
- Waterproof design
- Protection against blood sugar highs and lows Since Alberta's pump program involves specific provincial approval steps, the process of switching devices may require paperwork and endocrinologist support. If your current endocrinologist isn't being helpful, it may be worth asking for a referral to another endocrinologist who is more up-to-date on the latest pump technology.

A myT1Dteam member once shared, "Get your child associated with a good team of endocrinologists that are available 24/7 to you. Yes, they do exist." The same applies to adults — you deserve a care team that advocates for you!

Reaching out directly to Omnipod's support team can also be a great starting point, as they often help navigate insurance and program approvals.

August 8
A myT1Dteam Member

Hi Michael - wow, such good results for you! That’s so great. Was the transition difficult? How long was the training? I’m really curious about all this and am going to apply for Omnipod 5 soon. Just a little worried about the transition. With Dash, I only use Fiasp so it probably won’t be too tough. Thanks so much for your response!

August 9

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