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Managing Immune Related Adverse Events to Ensure Optimal Cancer Immunotherapy Outcomes: The Nurse’s View
STATEMENT OF NEED
Immune checkpoint inhibitors, which alter immune regulatory pathways and promote cell-mediated destruction of tumor cells, have revolutionized the treatment of cancer in recent years, with numerous therapeutic agents approved and several targets under investigation (Chennamadhavuni et al, 2022). However, up to 90% of patients receiving immune checkpoint inhibitors experience immune-related adverse events, which can affect a wide variety of organ systems and can occur at any ... |
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New Guidance to Diagnose and Treat Tumor-induced Osteomalacia (TIO)
This 30-minute CME-accredited program, hosted by Aliya Khan, MD, Clinical Professor of Medicine at McMaster University, highlights the best practices to diagnose and treat tumor induced osteomalacia (TIO) based on the recently published global guidance document in the Journal of Internal Medicine.
This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians specializing in neurology, orthopedics, internal medicine/general practice, rheumatology, endocrinology, pain management... |
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Myasthenia Gravis and the Complement System
This 45-minute CME-accredited program, hosted by James F Howard Jr, MD, Professor of Neurology, Medicine & Allied Health at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, highlights the connection between the complement system and myasthenia gravis in regards to the pathophysiology and treatment of this rare disease.
After participating in the activity, learners should be better able to:
- Review the pathophysiology of MG.
- Describe the role of the complement system in MG.
- Descr... |
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Exploring Novel Treatments for Rett Syndrome
STATEMENT OF NEED
Rett syndrome is a rare, debilitating neurodevelopmental disorder almost always associated with a spontaneous mutation in the methyl-CpG-binding protein 2 (MECP2) gene on the X-chromosome. Affected individuals experience loss of purposeful hand skills, abnormalities in gait, loss of spoken language, and stereotypic hand movements, with more severe manifestations including seizures, autistic features, autonomic nervous system dysfunction, breathing abnormalities, sleep dist... |
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Best Practices in Nursing Management of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
STATEMENT OF NEED
Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a complication of cancer treatment that may impair quality of life and lead to dose reductions or discontinuation of treatment. In one study, among 105 patients receiving paclitaxel for breast cancer, 36.2% needed dose reductions due to CIPN (Timmins et al, 2021). Whereas in some patients the symptoms improve with time, in others, there is progression with permanent nerve damage (Zajączkowska et al, 2019). At present, the... |
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9th Annual Primary Care Update on Urgent Care and Emergency Medicine
Presented by Continuing Education Company (CEC); for over 30 years our Primary Care CME Conference Series is designed to update primary care clinicians in rapidly changing therapeutic areas. This year, CEC is pleased to host the 9th Annual Primary Care Update on Urgent Care & Emergency Medicine Conference to be held in San Diego, California at the Omni San Diego Hotel on October 7-9, 2024.
Emergency and Urgent Care medicine involves the delivery of immediate medical care for the treatme... |
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Putting Together Clues in HIV, CVD, T2D, and CKD
As people with HIV live longer, they can develop common comorbidities affecting aging patients, such as type 2 diabetes (T2D), cardiovascular disease (CVD), and chronic kidney disease (CKD). Further, weight gain may be seen in some patients, though the role of antiretroviral therapy (ART) is still under investigation. Clinicians should become familiar with treatment guidelines, drug-drug interactions, and techniques for shared decision-making to manage aging patients with HIV and common comorb... |
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Musculoskeletal Registry Review Virtual Conference
The Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Registry Review Virtual Conference provides a comprehensive review for those preparing to take the APCA RMSK or ARDMS RMSKS certification exam. This comprehensive registry review virtual conference is taught by leading MSK ultrasound expert Dr. Jon Jacobson and is specifically designed for physicians, sonographers and other medical professionals who need MSK ultrasound registry preparation.
To guarantee the highest industry exam pass rate, this course entails ... |
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Case Studies in HIV Prevention and Treatment of Persons Who Use Drugs
Educational Need:
Prevention of HIV in individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) is vitally important from a public health perspective. People with SUD are significantly more vulnerable to contracting HIV, attributable to behaviors such as sharing needles and injection equipment, engaging in condomless sex, and impaired judgement. Furthermore, substance use can negatively affect medication adherence and engagement in healthcare, making it more challenging to treat and manage HIV in this ... |
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Secrets of Egypt & the Nile: Joint Medical/Dental Symposium Confronting Healthcare Needs
Uncover Egypt’s ancient secrets with PES for 11 nights on this bucket list adventure! Visit iconic landmarks, temples, and monuments and cruise the Nile in a manner once reserved for pharaohs aboard the luxurious, 72-guest AmaDahlia.
Joint Medical/Dental Symposium Confronting Healthcare Needs
CME/CE Lecture Seminars for Medical, Dental, Nursing, and Allied Healthcare Professionals
This Seminar is planned for 14 Continuing Education Credit Hours.
CME/CE Professional Seminar Fee:... |
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Cleveland Clinic Interprofessional Approach to Liver Disease (Online Streaming & USB Formats)
The management of critically ill patients with liver disease requires the expertise of a variety of healthcare providers from multiple disciplines. Cleveland Clinic addresses their multifaceted educational needs with the Interprofessional Approach to Liver Disease. Physicians, nurses and physician assistants will benefit from the latest strategies and evidence based management guidance from an expert faculty. Worth 14 AMA PRA Category I Credits™, with ANCC and AAPA accreditation provided a... |
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Nursing Management of Tumor Lysis Syndrome
STATEMENT OF NEED
Tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) is an oncological emergency that occurs when massive tumor lysis causes the rapid release of intracellular components into the bloodstream. Electrolyte imbalances characterized by hyperuricemia, hyperkalemia, hyperphosphatemia, and hypocalcemia may be severe enough to cause acute renal failure, cardiac arrhythmias, seizures, and even death. Current advances in cancer therapies can increase the incidence of TLS; therefore, identification of patien... |
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Introduction to Musculoskeletal Ultrasound- Blended
Blended Introduction to Musculoskeletal Ultrasound CME Course provides participants a comprehensive introduction to musculoskeletal ultrasound. This course is taught by leading musculoskeletal ultrasound experts and incorporates fifteen (15) months access to comprehensive online lectures and interactive case presentations through an online course, plus (2) Two Days (12 Hours) scan only workshop featuring a 3:1 participant to faculty hands-on scan ratio with live models and inanimate phantoms. ... |
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Patient-Centered Care of the Pelvic Floor
This comprehensive course delves into the multifaceted aspects of patient-centered care for pelvic floor disorders. It is designed for healthcare providers across diverse specialties and offers a deep exploration of various conditions affecting the pelvic floor, with a focus on evidence-based management strategies and patient-centered approaches.
Join faculty experts from Virginia Mason as they cover topics on overactive bladder and urgency urinary incontinence, menopause and pelvic health,... |
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Treating Hepatitis C in Patients with HIV Disease
This course addresses the complexities of HIV disease in the era of improved survival: management of HIV co-infection.
Outcome Objectives:
As a result of completing this activity, the participant will be better able to:
- Diagnose the clinical syndrome of porphyria cutanea tarda.
- Diagnose hepatitis C.
- Adjust the treatment of hepatitis C based on viral genotype and liver pathology. |
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Managing Opioid Misuse Disorder in Pregnancy and Neonatal Care
This course familiarizes physicians with evaluation and treatment of patients who present with maternal opioid use during and after pregnancy.
Outcome Objectives:
As a result of completing this activity, the participant will be better able to:
- Identify the specific problems encountered by women using opioids during pregnancy
- Evaluate pregnant patients with a history of maternal opioid use
- Differentiate between maintenance options for opioid treatment during pregnancy
- Assess... |
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The Immune Reconstitution Syndrome in AIDS
This course addresses the complexities of HIV disease in the era of improved survival: recognition and management of the immune reconstitution syndrome.
Outcome Objectives:
As a result of completing this activity, the participant will be better able to:
- Recognize that restoration of immunologic function in persons with HIV disease may lead to a worsening clinical picture, the immune reconstitution syndrome.
- Diagnose and manage occult opportunistic infections in persons with newly... |
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Are You Seeing the Whole Picture? Test Your Skills for Intensifying Therapy in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
The management of type 2 diabetes (T2D) has evolved rapidly with new agents and changing recommendations. Do you see the whole picture when selecting therapy for your patients? Engage in this interactive clinical case challenge to see whether your treatment selection aligns with guideline recommendations and account for cardiovascular disease risks, patient-centric factors, and weight management. |
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Delivering Culturally Competent Care: Managing Type 2 Diabetes in Diverse Populations
This course presents practical advice for working cross-culturally. It allows participants to practice and improve their communication skills while managing typical clinical problems encountered in persons with type 2 diabetes.
Outcome Objectives:
As a result of completing this activity, the participant will be better able to:
- Recognize the differences between the terms "race," "ethnicity," and "culture."
- Employ the Ask, Share, Compare, Negotiate Model with patients in the office... |
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14th Annual Primary Care Fall Conference
Presented by Continuing Education Company for over 30 years, our Primary Care CME Conference Series is designed to update primary care clinicians in rapidly changing therapeutic areas. The emphasis is on practical and useful information for clinical practice. This year, the 14th Annual Primary Care Fall Conference is being held in Maui, Hawaii at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, an oceanfront resort situated along a spectacular stretch of the famed Ka'anapali Beach.
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PARP Inhibition as Ovarian Cancer Maintenance Therapy: Improving Patient Outcomes as a Multidisciplinary Team
Ovarian cancer (OC) is often diagnosed at an advanced stage and has generally poor survival rates¬"even after aggressive surgical management and chemotherapy. Without maintenance therapy, approximately 70% of patients relapse within 3 years of treatment. Recent clinical trials of polyadenosine diphosphate-ribose polymerase (PARP) inhibitors have demonstrated substantial efficacy as maintenance therapy for OC patients. Additionally, clinical evidence suggests that daily monitoring of pati... |
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Expanding the Benefit of Quality Improvement Programs: Sustainable Solutions to Achieve Therapeutic Goals for Patients with Myelofibrosis
Achieve measurable changes to improve your patients’ outcomes with this simple, systematic approach for quality improvement for application at any practice setting. Complete an assessment to understand where your practice’s performance falls relative to identified goals, which guides development of personalized action items. Access the framework and tools you need to measure your understanding. |
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Therapeutic Advancements for the Treatment of High-Risk MDS: Future Opportunities to Improve Patient Survival and Quality of Life
Stay up to date on the evolving risk classification for myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and current treatment guidelines for patients with high-risk disease in this self-directed education with leading oncology experts. Expert commentary from Courtney DiNardo, MD from MD Anderson Cancer Center and Dr. Dan Pollyea from the University of Colorado School of Medicine provides insights on emerging therapies that could soon improve management of high-risk MDS. Be ready to incorporate these emerging ... |
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Sustainable Solutions to Achieve Therapeutic Goals for Patients with Myelofibrosis
When it comes to treating your patients with myelofibrosis (MF), are you applying the latest guidance in practice? Evidence shows that it takes an average of 17 years for evidence to change practice but how can we incorporate treatment advances to improve patient outcomes today? This activity looks to bridge the chasm between education and implementation by framing available evidence and guideline recommendations for MF, including diagnosis, risk stratification, JAK inhibition, monitoring resp... |
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October 24-26, 2024 Update CME Internal Medicine and Primary Care Conference
Eminent speakers from The University of Chicago, Northwestern University, The University of Illinois Chicago, and Rush University will provide comprehensive updates on the latest clinical guidelines.
Target Audience: Internal Medicine, Primary Care, Family Medicine, and Hospitalist Medicine Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants
Earn 25 CME Credits
This activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️.
This activity has been approved for AAFP Prescrib... |
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Domestic Violence: How the Nurse Can Be an Advocate
The CDC defines domestic violence as "physical, sexual, or psychological harm caused by a current or former spouse or partner." Domestic violence does not discriminate. It can occur in any culture or at any socioeconomic status or education level. After completing this course, participants should be able to recognize signs of physical abuse among patients; identify a method to therapeutically communicate with a domestic violence victim; identify a method for assisting a domestic violence clien... |
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Ace the Case: Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) Presentations in the Primary Care Setting
Pulmonary hypertension (PH) comprises a heterogeneous group of disorders that share a common clinical feature - mean pulmonary artery pressure greater than 20 mm Hg. PH may involve multiple clinical conditions and may be associated with a variety of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. Early diagnosis is critical to ensure patients are eligible for the widest spectrum of treatment options and that treatment is initiated as early as possible in the disease process. PH is classified into 5 c... |
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Ace the Case: Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) Presentation and Evaluation by Pulmonary Specialist
Pulmonary hypertension (PH) comprises a heterogeneous group of disorders that share a common clinical feature - mean pulmonary artery pressure greater than 20 mm Hg. PH may involve multiple clinical conditions and may be associated with a variety of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. Early diagnosis is critical to ensure patients are eligible for the widest spectrum of treatment options and that treatment is initiated as early as possible in the disease process. PH is classified into 5 c... |
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Ace the Case: Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) Treatment Decisions and Therapy Initiation by Pulmonary Hypertension Specialist
Pulmonary hypertension (PH) comprises a heterogeneous group of disorders that share a common clinical feature - mean pulmonary artery pressure greater than 20 mm Hg. PH may involve multiple clinical conditions and may be associated with a variety of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. Early diagnosis is critical to ensure patients are eligible for the widest spectrum of treatment options and that treatment is initiated as early as possible in the disease process. PH is classified into 5 c... |
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Primary Care Internal Medicine - LIVE STREAMING
A Comprehensive Update for State-of-the-Art Primary Care
Updates Are Provided Across All Major Areas of Primary Care Practice
Held online this year, using live streaming, electronic Q&A, and other remote learning technologies.
OVERVIEW
This program provides a comprehensive update of the most important changes and advances impacting primary care practice. It is led by Harvard Medical School’s leading clinical faculty" representing more than 30 fields of medicine.
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Update in Clinical Cardiology - LIVE STREAMING or IN PERSON
The Comprehensive Clinical Cardiology Update
Evaluation • Treatment • Patient Care • Procedures • Challenging Cases
Update in Clinical Cardiology will be held on October 16 " 18, 2024. You have the option to attend either online as the course is live streamed or in person in Boston, MA.
OVERVIEW
This course provides comprehensive updates for state-of-the-art care and guidance to incorporate them into daily practice to optimize patient outcomes.
Coverage includes:
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Infectious Diseases in Primary Care - LIVE STREAMING
This acclaimed course, which is among the highest-rated Harvard Medical School CME courses, provides comprehensive ID updates for primary care clinicians. PHYSICIANs, NPs, and PAs can rely on this program for:
• Education that ensures state-of-the-art care
• Strategies to improve diagnosis, prevention, and treatment
• Guidance to incorporate recent advances and new innovations into day-to-day practice
Focus areas include:
• Vaccines: what’s new in 2024 and what’s coming
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Principles of Medical Education: Maximizing Your Teaching Skills - LIVE STREAMING
The Techniques and Strategies that Significantly Improve Student Engagement and Teaching and Mentoring Effectiveness
This special program, ranked among Harvard Medical School’s highest-rated CME courses, is a uniquely comprehensive exploration of best practices for teaching medicine at the bedside, in ambulatory settings, and in the classroom.
PLEASE NOTE: Enrollment for this live streaming course is limited. Early registration is advised.
The 2024 curriculum helps medical educato... |
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Update in Hospital Medicine 2024 - LIVE STREAMING
Update in Hospital Medicine will be held online this year, using live streaming, electronic Q&A, and other remote learning technologies.
This 4-day intensive Harvard Medical School CME program updates busy practitioners on current, best practices in hospital medicine. Among the highest-rated HMS CME courses, it covers over 30 core topics, with an emphasis on practical management of common problems:
• Heart failure
• Atrial fibrillation
• Pregnancy
• Acute coronary syndromes
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15th Annual Essentials in Primary Care Fall Conference, Session 1
Continuing Education Company has been organizing its Primary Care CME Conference Series for over 30 years. The 15th Annual Essentials in Primary Care Fall Conference is designed to update primary care clinicians in rapidly changing therapeutic areas. The emphasis is on practical and useful information for clinical practice. Join us this November when we hold the 15th Annual Essentials in Primary Care Fall Conference at the amazing Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Key in the beautiful Florida Keys.
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Accident or Injury? Managing Abuse in Younger Children
This course teaches how to recognize and evaluate cases of suspected child physical abuse and child sexual abuse in young children.
Outcome Objectives:
As a result of completing this activity, the participant will be better able to:
- Perform appropriate medical evaluations for suspected abuse, including:
- Obtaining an accurate history.
- Performing a comprehensive physical exam.
- Differentiating between accidental and non-accidental injury.
- Documenting your assessment accurat... |
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POCUS for Family Medicine - Blended
The Blended POCUS for Family Medicine Ultrasound CME Course is intended for any medical professional involved with performing point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) examinations and provides participants a strong foundation to perform the core ultrasound applications as outlined in the AAFP/ACEP and WINFOCUS ultrasound practice guidelines. Taught by leading emergency medicine and family medicine/primary care ultrasound experts, the self-paced online course incorporates comprehensive online lectures ... |
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Introduction and Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasound - Blended
The Blended Introduction & Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasound CME Course provides participants a strong foundation to perform and/or interpret the core and advanced ultrasound applications in an emergency setting as outlined in the ACEP and WINFOCUS ultrasound practice guidelines. These courses are taught by leading emergency medicine and critical care ultrasound experts and incorporate comprehensive online lectures and interactive case presentations with fifteen (15) months unlimited ... |
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Introduction and Advanced Critical Care Ultrasound - Blended
The Blended Introduction and Advanced Critical Care Ultrasound CME Course is intended for any medical professional involved with performing emergency medicine, critical care, or point-of-care ultrasound examinations. The Blended Introduction to Critical Care and Advanced Critical Care Ultrasound CME Course is designed to provide a strong foundation to perform the introduction and advanced ultrasound applications as outlined in the ACEP emergency medicine and critical care ultrasound practice g... |
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Introduction to Critical Care Ultrasound - Blended
Blended Introduction to Critical Care Ultrasound CME Course provides participants a strong foundation to perform the core critical care ultrasound applications as outlined in the WINFOCUS and ACEP practice guidelines. These courses are taught by leading critical care ultrasound experts that incorporates comprehensive online lectures and interactive case presentations with fifteen (15) months unlimited access, featuring a (1) One Day (6 Hours) of 3:1 faculty to participant hands-on scanning wit... |
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Introduction to Emergency Medicine Ultrasound - Blended
The Blended Introduction to Emergency Medicine Ultrasound CME Course is designed to reinforce and improve scanning skills for emergency ultrasound applications. The Blended Introduction to Emergency Medicine Ultrasound CME Course is taught by leading emergency medicine ultrasound experts and incorporates comprehensive online lectures and interactive case presentations with fifteen (15) months unlimited access, featuring Two (2) Days (12 Hours) of 3:1 faculty to participant hands-on scanning wi... |
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Pre-Hospital Ultrasound - Blended
Pre-hospital ultrasound can be a valuable tool to rapidly diagnose a variety of conditions associated with trauma and/or critically ill patients, including those who potentially have the COVID-19 virus. Pre-Hospital Ultrasound focused evaluation of the heart, lungs, and abdomen can provide a rapid and safe method to improve the time to diagnose and/or treat these patients resulting with increased patient safety, satisfaction, and over-all improved patient outcomes in time-sensitive situations.... |
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Ultrasound Guided Vascular Access - Blended
The Blended Ultrasound Guided Vascular Access Training Course provides participants a strong foundation to perform central and peripheral line techniques and approach in an emergency setting. These blended courses are taught by leading emergency medicine ultrasound experts that specialize in ultrasound guidance and incorporate comprehensive online, interactive lectures and case presentations with fifteen (15) month access, PLUS (1) One Day (6 Hours) of our industry leading 3:1 faculty to parti... |
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Ultrasound Guided Vascular Access and Nerve Blocks in Emergency Medicine Applications - Blended
The Blended Ultrasound-Guided Nerve Blocks for Emergency Medicine Applications Training Course is designed for Emergency Medicine Physicians seeking to integrate ultrasound-guided central and peripheral line vascular access techniques and ultrasound-guided nerve blocks for pain management, or procedural applications. This comprehensive course is taught by leading emergency medicine ultrasound experts in ultrasound guidance for vascular access and nerve blocks and incorporates comprehensive int... |
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Strategies for Recruiting, Training, and Retaining Men in Nursing
This online course focuses on the challenges facing men in nursing. It will identify issues surrounding recruiting men into the profession and barriers to entering nursing education programs. |
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15th Annual Essentials in Primary Care Fall Conference, Session 2
Continuing Education Company has been organizing its Primary Care CME Conference Series for over 30 years. The 15th Annual Essentials in Primary Care Fall Conference is designed to update primary care clinicians in rapidly changing therapeutic areas. The emphasis is on practical and useful information for clinical practice. Join us this November when we hold the 15th Annual Essentials in Primary Care Fall Conference at the amazing Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Key in the beautiful Florida Keys.
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Advanced Critical Care Ultrasound - Blended
The Blended Advanced Critical Care Ultrasound CME Course provides participants a strong foundation to perform the core critical care ultrasound applications as outlined in the WINFOCUS and ACEP practice guidelines. This blended course combines the Advanced Critical Care Ultrasound comprehensive online course featuring fifteen (15) months unlimited access to the online lecture and interactive case presentation modules presented by leading industry experts, PLUS a (1) One Day (6 Hours) hands on ... |
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Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasound - Blended
The Blended Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasound CME Course provides participants a strong foundation to perform the core critical care ultrasound applications as outlined in the WINFOCUS and ACEP practice guidelines. provides participants a strong foundation to perform the core critical care ultrasound applications as outlined in the WINFOCUS and ACEP practice guidelines. This Blended Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasound CME Course combines the Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasound compr... |
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Trauma and Acute Care Sonography - Blended
The Blended Trauma and Acute Care Sonography CME Course provides participants a strong foundation to perform the core ultrasound applications as outlined in the ACEP emergency ultrasound practice guidelines. This course format incorporates comprehensive, interactive online course with video lectures and case presentations with fifteen (15) months unlimited access to content plus (1) One Day (6 Hours) of our industry leading 3:1 participant to instructor hands-on scanning ratio with live models... |
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Ultrasound Guided Nerve Blocks in Emergency Medicine Applications - Blended
This Blended Ultrasound-Guided Nerve Blocks for Emergency Medicine Applications Training Course is designed for Emergency Medicine Physicians seeking to integrate ultrasound-guided nerve blocks for pain management, or procedural applications into their clinical practice. It is the position of American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) that Ultrasound-guided nerve blocks are a core skill which emergency physicians are capable of providing to patients. Ultrasound-guided nerve blocks are als... |
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