Ashley Mehnert, Diabetes Specialist Nurse at County Durham and Darlingtonm NHS Foundation Trust has recently taken part in a podcast for an international diabetes platform, sharing her expertise on an emerging technology known as Smart MDI.

Ashley appeared as a guest on ATTD Tech Connect, hosted by Julie Taplin, where they explored how Smart MDI technology is helping to bridge the gap between traditional insulin pen therapy and insulin pump therapy.

The episode offers valuable insight for both healthcare professionals and people living with diabetes who are interested in how digital innovation is supporting diabetes management.

During the podcast, Ashley and Julie discuss:

  • What the Smart MDI system is and how it works

  • How Smart MDI differs from standard multiple daily injection (MDI) therapy

  • The key benefits of the technology, including improved visibility of insulin use

  • How actionable alerts can support clinical decision-making and positively impact patient care

Ashley’s contribution highlights the important role specialist nurses play in advancing diabetes care and supporting the adoption of new technologies that can improve outcomes and empower patients.

You can listen to the full episode on Spotify or Apple podcasts.

We are proud to see Ashley representing the service on an international platform and sharing her knowledge to support innovation in diabetes care.