GLP-1 medications have been around since early 2000s but only recently started getting more media coverage, thanks to celebrities and influencers. In this episode of Real-Time, Real Talk host Cher Pastore speaks to acclaimed Timothy Gilbert, MD, a clinical endocrinologist with over 15 years of experience in diabetes management. He has a practice in Louisiana where he and his team, including physicians, nurses, dieticians, and diabetes care and education specialists see many patients every day. Dr Gilbert will demystify this extremely popular weight loss drug, explain the clinical indications for use, when it is beneficial for the patient, and in what scenario GLP-1 may or may not be the best choice. Using examples from his practice, he will answer the question we all been waiting for: how does CGM and GLP-1 medication work together, and what key role CGM plays in optimizing therapy. Cher says this is her favorite episode to date, so definitely not one to be missed! Disclaimer: This podcast is not approved for CME credit. Every diabetes treatment plan is different, individual results may vary – nothing you hear on this podcast should be considered medical advice. All claims are supported by clinical evidence referenced in the show notes. For clinical study results, please refer to the Dexcom G7 User Guide (https://bit.ly/3MSkRUv). For product-related questions, please refer to the instructions for use. For complete safety information, go to dexcom.com/safety-information. Fingersticks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings. Dexcom G7 can complete warmup within 30 minutes, whereas other CGM brands require up to an hour or longer. Smart devices are sold separately. For a list of compatible smart devices, visit: dexcom.com/compatibility. The Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (Dexcom G7 System) is a real time, continuous glucose monitoring device indicated for the management of diabetes in persons aged 2 years and older. Dexcom G7 has no limitations for use in pregnancy. The Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (Dexcom G6 System) is a real time, continuous glucose monitoring device indicated for the management of diabetes in persons aged 2 years and older. Timothy R Gilbert, MD is a paid spokesperson for Dexcom. Brief Safety Statement BRIEF SAFETY STATEMENT: Failure to use the Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitoring System and its components according to the instructions for use provided with your device and available at https://www.dexcom.com/safety-information and to properly consider all indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, and cautions in those instructions for use may result in you missing a severe hypoglycemia (low blood glucose) or hyperglycemia (high blood glucose) occurrence and/or making a treatment decision that may result in injury. If your glucose alerts and readings from the Dexcom CGM do not match symptoms, use a blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions. Seek medical advice and attention when appropriate, including for any medical emergency. Dexcom, Dexcom Follow, Dexcom Clarity, and Dexcom Share are registered trademarks of Dexcom, Inc. in the U.S., and may be registered in other countries. Dexcom Provider website: https://provider.dexcom.com/ Dexcom, Dexcom Follow, Dexcom Clarity, and Dexcom Share are registered trademarks of Dexcom, Inc. in the U.S., and may be registered in other countries.