Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES
Articles by Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES

Diabetes Dialogue: The ADA’s Statement on Diabetes Tech Integration, With Eugene Wright Jr., MD
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES,Eugene Wright, Jr., MD Eugene Wright, Jr., MD, joins the show to discuss the current state of technological integration into diabetes care, from glucose monitors to insulin delivery and beyond.

Retatrutide Provides Substantial Weight Loss in Patients With Obesity or Overweight
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diabetes Dialogue cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, cover topline data from the TRIUMPH-1 trial of retatrutide for obesity management.

Diabetes Dialogue: FDA Approves Afrezza Inhaled Insulin for Pediatric Patients
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES This episode covers the FDA’s recent approval of MannKind’s inhaled insulin Afrezza for patients aged 6-18 years with either T1D or T2D.

The World’s First Dual Glucose-Ketone Monitor Receives Clearance in Europe
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diabetes Dialogue cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, cover the recent approval of the Libre Duo and Libre Duo 10 Day monitors.

Diabetes Dialogue: CKM Systems, Triple Agonists, and a Sensor Scandal Ahead of ADA
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES This episode covers Abbott’s Libre Duo and Libre Duo 10 Day systems, Eli Lilly’s retatrutide, and the recent Dexcom sensor theft.

Rapid Evolution in GLP-1s and Therapeutics at ADA 2026
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diabetes Dialogue cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, cover more of the upcoming news releases announced for ADA 2026.

Incretins, Glucose Monitors, and Insulin Titration at ADA 2026
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diabetes Dialogue cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, discuss the presentations that they’re looking forward to at ADA 2026.

Diabetes Dialogue: ADA Scientific Sessions 2026 Preview
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES This episode covers key trial results and presentations to keep an eye on as ADA 2026 approaches.

Diabetes Dialogue: Updates for T1D Treatment in Pregnancy and Pediatrics
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES This episode covers recent advancements in treating type 1 diabetes, including the Tandem AID system for pregnant women and teplizumab for adolescents.

Diabetes Dialogue: Expanding GLP-1 Usage Into Type 1 Diabetes With Viral Shah, MD
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES,Viral Shah, MD Viral Shah, MD, joins the show to break down his AACE 2026 presentation on the benefits of using GLP-1 RAs in patients with T1D.

Diabetes Dialogue: Nutrition, Medication, and Treatment in Obesity With Elizabeth Bauer, MD
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES,Elizabeth Bauer, MD Elizabeth Bauer, MD, joins the show to discuss her AACE 2026 presentation on key updates in obesity management and nutrition.

Diabetes Dialogue: The Push for Early-Stage T1D Screening and Treatment, With Linda DiMeglio, MD, MPH
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES,Linda A. DiMeglio, MD Linda DiMeglio, MD, MPH, joins the show to discuss the growing movement towards screening and testing for T1D at an early stage.

Diabetes Dialogue: Orforglipron Availability, Amazon Pharmacy, and Dosing Considerations
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES This episode explores the launch and accessibility of FDA-approved oral GLP-1 orforglipron, including availability through Amazon Pharmacy's same-day delivery service.

Diabetes Dialogue: FDA Approves Novo Nordisk’s Insulin Icodec-abae (Awiqli) for T2D
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES This episode covers the March 26th approval of Awiqli for T2D, highlighting its high concentration and once-weekly administration.

Diabetes Dialogue: 2026 AACE Guidelines for Type 2 Diabetes
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES This episode discusses the recently released algorithm for T2D from the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology.

Diabetes Dialogue: Orforglipron Receives FDA Approval for Chronic Weight Management
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES This episode addresses the groundbreaking approval of the first GLP-1 RA without timing or meal restrictions.

Diabetes Dialogue: Q1 2026 Updates from Tandem Diabetes Care, with Laurel Messer, PhD, RN
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Laurel Messer, PhD, RN, joins the show to provide insight into the latest updates from Tandem Diabetes Care.

Diabetes Dialogue: GLP-1 RA News & Updates in March 2026
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES This episode features discussion around 3 recent announcements from Novo Nordisk, Eli Lilly, and Structure Therapeutics.

Diabetes Dialogue: ATTD 2026 Recap
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES ATTD 2026 reveals AI “digital twins,” next-gen closed-loop pumps, and sensors that boost time-in-range and ease diabetes management.

TRIUMPH-4: Topline Data Highlights Retatrutide's Significant Weight Loss Effects
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diabetes Dialogue cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, discuss topline results from the TRIUMPH-4 trial, demonstrating retatrutide's efficacy in promoting weight loss.

ACHIEVE-3: Orforglipron Demonstrates Superiority to Semaglutide in Poorly Controlled T2D
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diabetes Dialogue cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, cover the recently published trial results and what they mean for Eli Lilly’s newest GLP-1 molecule.

Diabetes Dialogue: Orforglipron, Retatrutide, and Other GLP-1 Updates
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Isaacs and Bellini discuss recent updates on Eli Lilly's orforglipron and retatrutide and Novo Nordisk's UBT251, along with other recent GLP-1 news.

Novo Nordisk Gains European Approval for Semaglutide 7.2 mg, Submits Application to FDA
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diabetes Dialogue cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, cover the recent approval and what it means for Wegovy 7.2 mg in the US.

Eli Lilly Launches Zepbound KwikPen Multi-Dose Tirzepatide Pen for Adults With Obesity
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diabetes Dialogue cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, discuss Lilly’s groundbreaking new Zepbound administration option.

Implantable Portal Insulin Pump Receives FDA Breakthrough Designation
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diabetes Dialogue cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, discuss the Portal Pump's recent Breakthrough Designation from the FDA.

The First Interoperable Implanted CGM: The Eversense 365 and Twiist Insulin Pump
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diabetes Dialogue cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, discuss the recent release of the Eversense 365 by Sequel Medtech and Senseonics, paired with the Twiist insulin pump.

Diabetes Dialogue: Launch of the Zepbound KwikPen
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, discuss the recent release of Eli Lilly's Zepbound as an injectable with the KwikPen.

Diabetes Dialogue: Implantable Insulin Pumps and Interoperability
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, discuss the Portal implanted insulin pump, which has received Breakthrough Device designation from the FDA.

Novo Nordisk Rebrands Rybelsus as Ozempic to Increase Patient Awareness
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Diabetes Dialogue Cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, cover the patient awareness motivation behind Novo Nordisk’s recent announcement.

The Dangers of Compounded Oral GLP-1s
ByDiana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES,Natalie Bellini, DNP, FNP-BC, BC-ADM, CDCES Cohosts Diana Isaacs, PharmD, and Natalie Bellini, DNP, discuss the controversy surrounding Hims and Hers and the risks of compounding GLP-1 formulas.