The 14th Annual Global Diabetes Convention will commence in Kovalam on July 10, 2026, bringing together leading diabetologists, physicians, researchers, nutritionists, diabetes educators and healthcare professionals from India and abroad. Organised by Jothydev’s Professional Education Forum, the three-day convention will focus on the theme “Helping You Choose the Best in Care”.
Focus on Evidence-Based Diabetes Care
The convention will feature extensive discussions on evidence-based diabetes treatment approaches, emerging technologies and practical clinical strategies aimed at improving diabetes prevention, diagnosis and management. Experts will share insights on how clinicians can integrate the latest scientific evidence with real-world patient care to achieve better outcomes.
Health Minister to Inaugurate the Convention
Health Minister Shri K. Muraleedharan will officially inaugurate the convention on July 11 at 4 pm at Uday Samudra. During the inaugural ceremony, the minister will also release the IJDT (International Journal of Diabetes and Technology) – JPEF Abstracts 2026. Meanwhile, plenary sessions and scientific deliberations will begin on July 10.
One of India’s Leading Diabetes Academic Forums
JPEF is widely recognised as one of India’s premier academic platforms dedicated to diabetes care. The forum aims to help clinicians navigate the rapidly evolving diabetes treatment landscape through a combination of scientific research and practical clinical experience. The organisers noted that the conference has gained greater importance as Diabetes continues to be one of India’s most significant public health challenges, making continuous medical education essential.
2,500 Healthcare Professionals Expected
The convention is expected to attract around 2,500 healthcare professionals, who will participate in three days of scientific learning across three parallel conference halls. Participants will exchange clinical experiences, research findings and practical insights related to diabetes and metabolic health.
International and National Faculty
The event will feature internationally renowned diabetologists and researchers. In addition, more than 70 national experts from leading healthcare institutions across India will participate as faculty members. Among the major highlights of the convention are sessions on:
Next-generation obesity therapies
Baxdrostat and Vicadrostat
Advances in Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)
AI-driven personalised diabetes care
Automated insulin delivery systems
Stem cell research in diabetes
Teplizumab for Type 1 diabetes
Once-weekly basal insulin
Inhaled insulin therapies
Geriatric diabetes management
Body composition analysis for precision metabolic care
Why the Convention Matters
The 14th Annual Global Diabetes Convention is expected to serve as a major platform for knowledge exchange, clinical updates and collaborative learning in diabetes care. As per the press release, by bringing together global and Indian experts, the conference aims to support healthcare professionals in adopting innovative, technology-enabled and patient-centric approaches to diabetes management and prevention.