ATTD: Advanced Technologies and Treatments for Diabetes

Practical implementation of inhaled insulin in clinical practice

August 4, 2026·29 min
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In our new series, The Role of Inhaled Insulin, host Dr David Ahn looks at the practical implementation of inhaled insulin in clinical practice. He is joined by Dr Irl Hirsch.They discuss:Where inhaled insulin fits today within the overall insulin therapy landscapeThe best candidates for inhaled insulin in routine clinical practiceKey clinical factors to guide decision-makingPractical first steps to initiating inhaled insulinApproaches to titrationMonitoring strategies, particularly regarding pulmonary safety and glycemic outcomesShared decision-making and engaging patientsDr Irl Hirsch is Professor of Medicine, in the Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Nutrition at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Explore more on the ATTD Education Portal. Register now to access exclusive content and stay ahead in the field!Make sure you’re subscribed to the ATTD Podcast feed today. Leave us a review and share with a colleague.

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