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Devin: What is your superpower?

Dr. Sahasranam: Emotional intelligence.

Diabetes education saves lives, yet only 5 to 7 percent of people with diabetes ever receive it. This startling gap in care is the driving force behind My Diabetes Tutor, a telehealth platform founded by Dr. Prem Sahasranam. His mission? To make diabetes education accessible to everyone, regardless of geography or socioeconomic barriers.

Dr. Sahasranam, a board-certified endocrinologist with nearly two decades of experience, explained how critical education is in diabetes management: “Studies have shown that just going through diabetes education reduces A1C by 0.73 points. At our program, our outcomes are two times better than the national average.” With over 9,000 patients served, My Diabetes Tutor consistently delivers remarkable results, achieving an average A1C reduction of 1.6 points—enough to significantly lower complications and mortality rates.

The idea for My Diabetes Tutor was born out of necessity. Dr. Sahasranam shared a story about how two full-time diabetes educators in his rural California practice helped patients achieve exceptional outcomes. When they retired in 2018, he struggled to recruit replacements, a problem endemic to underserved areas. “I decided to build a telehealth program,” he said. “My goal was to solve an access issue and deliver diabetes education to people, irrespective of their zip code or language.”

My Diabetes Tutor provides nationally accredited virtual diabetes education, covering medical nutrition therapy, continuous glucose monitoring, insulin pump training, and more. The platform recently launched the first-ever pediatric diabetes education program, a groundbreaking step toward addressing the needs of young patients.

Dr. Sahasranam’s vision extends beyond patient outcomes to include investor participation. My Diabetes Tutor is currently raising capital through a regulated crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine. “I want investors to own a piece of our growth and be part of our journey,” he said. The company generated over $2 million in revenue last year with a 61 percent gross margin, demonstrating both impact and financial viability.

Dr. Sahasranam’s work is not just about business; it’s a mission to transform lives. By breaking down barriers to education, he’s giving people the tools to manage their diabetes effectively, live healthier lives, and reduce complications.

For those looking to make a difference—or simply to invest in a business delivering measurable impact—My Diabetes Tutor offers a unique opportunity.

tl;dr:

Dr. Prem Sahasranam founded My Diabetes Tutor to provide virtual education for diabetes management.

The program addresses barriers to care in underserved communities by delivering telehealth services nationwide.

My Diabetes Tutor achieves outcomes twice as effective as national averages in reducing A1C levels.

The company generated over $2 million in 2025 and is raising capital via StartEngine crowdfunding.

Prem credits emotional intelligence as his superpower, driving his mission to revolutionize diabetes care.

How to Develop Emotional Intelligence As a Superpower

Dr. Prem describes his superpower as emotional intelligence, honed through years of experience as a board-certified endocrinologist. He explained, “Most health systems focus on the biology of the disease and fail to address the human part.” By understanding the emotional and practical needs of patients, Prem has created innovative solutions to improve access to diabetes education. He added, “I learned from my experience and built the right team, content, and technology to bring in diabetes education, easily accessible for patients.”

Prem shared a pivotal story of a patient who had been struggling to control their diabetes despite receiving appropriate medications. The patient hesitated to make a two-hour drive to see Prem but eventually visited his practice and met with a diabetes educator. Without altering the patient’s medications, the educator provided tailored guidance that helped the patient manage their condition. This experience inspired Prem to create My Diabetes Tutor, ensuring patients could access life-changing education from their own homes.

Tips for Developing Emotional Intelligence:

Reflect on past experiences to identify unmet needs and learn from them.

Stay aware of the human challenges behind systemic issues.

Focus on creating solutions that address both emotional and practical barriers.

Build strong, empathetic teams that align with your mission.

By following Dr. Prem’s example and advice, you can make emotional intelligence a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.

Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!

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Guest Profile

Dr. Prem Sahasranam (he/him):

Founder, CEO, and Chief Medical Officer, My Diabetes Tutor (MDT)

About My Diabetes Tutor (MDT): My Diabetes Tutor (MDT) is an ADCES-accredited telehealth service that provides comprehensive Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) via virtual, 1-on-1 sessions with Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (CDCES). We bridge the gap for the 93% of eligible patients who currently do not utilize DSMES due to access barriers. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance (often with $0 out-of-pocket for patients). Participants achieve an average 1.6 pt reduction in A1C, 2x the national average for diabetes education.

Website: mydiabetestutor.com

Company Facebook Page: facebook.com/mydiabetestutor

Instagram Handle: @mydiabetestutor_

Other URL: startengine.com/offering/my-diabetes-health

Biographical Information: Prem Sahasranam, MD (Dr. Sahas) is a Board-Certified Endocrinologist with over 20 years of clinical experience. He founded My Diabetes Tutor in 2019 to address the critical shortage of specialists in rural “care deserts”. A graduate of Madras Medical College with post-graduate training at Cornell University’s Weill Medical College, he is currently an Assistant Clinical Professor at Loma Linda University and a dedicated advocate for health equity.

LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/prem-sahasranam-ba10077

Personal Facebook Profile: facebook.com/Premsahasranam

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