Yayy I just got it!!!
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Permalink Reply by Luca Bertagnolio on -
The information on the Dexcom website was plenty enough for me, and I did not do a "formal" training, though the Dexcom representative called to make sure that everything was working OK after the first sensor installation.
Charge them batteries, and get ready for your first sensor installation... it will change your life, like it did to me 2 1/2 months ago.
Ciao, Luca
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Permalink Reply by Marcus on -
I did mine without the training. Took special care to read all of the instructions just because I didn't want to lose a sensor due to my own stupidity, but it went fine. :)
I called my doc, and she didn't mind a bit. That being said, I think you have to call Dex after you're up and running if you want them to autoship more sensors. I don't think they set you until they confirm you're up and running.
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Permalink Reply by Todd Carey on -
I did it without training...I think you can get started, but I would take the training when you can just so you can learn all of the little tips and tricks. The basics aren't hard to follow. Just my 2 cents worth....
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Permalink Reply by Mike Adelman on -
Same here. No training. Could not hook up with the Dexcom rep. Read the book & you should do fine. The support line is also helpfull if you need them.
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Permalink Reply by Tony Linz on -
Hello Abigail,
I got my Dexcom on Tuesday this week and reviewed the materials on Tuesday night.
Did a training over the phone with a nurse/instructor from Dexcom Wednesday night and up and running today.
The nurse was very knowledgeable and it was beneficial to talk it through. I am glad I did not decide to wait till a formal meeting that would have been three weeks from now.
I believe the training is an FDA thing?
I love it so far. Good Luck.
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