#1078 Mountain House

Diagnosis

Kim shares her journey of living with type 1 diabetes for over three decades. Diagnosed in 1991, she reflects on how the condition has shaped her life, acknowledging both the challenges and the unexpected growth it has brought. Kim mentions, "I don't know what my life would have been like without it, but I do kind of think in ways it has been better for it" 1. Despite the hurdles, she embraces the identity and resilience that managing diabetes has instilled in her 2.

   

Management

In managing her diabetes, Kim utilizes technology like the Tandem pump and Dexcom CGM, though she notes some limitations in their current functionality. She hopes for future updates that allow more intuitive control during exercise, as current settings sometimes misalign with her needs 3. Kim also discusses her career in finance, highlighting her work with JDRF and her previous roles in public accounting, which kept her engaged year-round 4.