What is Needed to Start
Controller
Smartphone or smartwatch receives CGM readings and automatically adjusts insulin delivery via insulin pump.
Watch and Learn
Intro to Tidepool Loop
Using Tidepool Loop
Tidepool Demo for Clinicians
Device Details
Affordability and Access
$$$$
Pump and CGM supply information is not yet available. iPhone is not covered and must be set up independently.
Data Monitoring Options
Yes
Compatible with Tidepool - a web-based diabetes data management system.
Data View Options
Yes
Data can be viewed on an iPhone.
Duration and Storage
Pump and CGM information not yet available.
Vision / Auditory / Dexterity
NO text to speech
YES vibration alerts
A LOT of dexterity needed
Patient Considerations
Comfort
Low-profile mobile app. Dosing and other adjustments can be done directly on the mobile app.
Active Lifestyle
Automatic responses. Can set custom blood sugar targets and insulin and carb sensitivities based on type of activity. App automatically responds to blood sugar changes during activity.
Avoiding Highs and Lows
Automatically adjusts insulin delivery. Increases or decreases insulin delivery to meet glucose targets. Insulin delivery settings can be aggressive or conservative.
Easy to Use
Easy dosing. Software makes most dosing decisions easy to do on the fly.
Easy Insulin Dosing
Customizable. Can bolus from phone or smartwatch and all settings are expected to be customizable. More information on modifications to insulin delivery will be available soon.
Fewer Fingersticks
Factory-calibrated sensor. Fingersticks needed for backup only.
Privacy
Discreet. Ability to give insulin via watch or phone. Ability to check sugar on phone or watch. Alerts available.