Podcast: New Insights Into Preventing and Managing Chemotherapy-Induced Neutropenia
Discover recent developments in the prevention, treatment, and management of chemotherapy-induced neutropenia, including a comprehensive understanding of the risk factors and current clinical practice guidelines. This activity is presented by Gary H. Lyman, MD, MPH, FASCO, FACP, FRCP, Professor, University of Washington, and Maura Abbott, PhD, AOCNP®, CPNP, Columbia University School of Nursing. Start the activity now.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Chemotherapy-induced neutropenia (CIN) is a potent... |
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Video Viewpoint Strategy Session: New Insights Into Preventing and Managing Chemotherapy-Induced Neutropenia
Discover recent developments in the prevention, treatment, and management of chemotherapy-induced neutropenia, including a comprehensive understanding of the risk factors and current clinical practice guidelines. This activity is presented by Gary H. Lyman, MD, MPH, FASCO, FACP, FRCP, Professor, University of Washington, and Maura Abbott, PhD, AOCNP®, CPNP, Columbia University School of Nursing. Start the activity now.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Chemotherapy-induced neutropenia (CIN) is a potent... |
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Expanding Cultural Competencies for Transgender and Transitioning Patients
Pharmacists lack the cultural competency training and pharmacological care in the transgender community.
This course is designed to increase awareness of the importance of transgender need in healthcare and to help pharmacists increase culturally competent in treating transitioning patients, including communication strategies. |
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Sexual Harassment for Pharmacists - 2022 Update
Illinois law requires that health providers with professional licenses issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR ) that require CE credits for renewal must complete 1 hour of CE on the topic of sexual harassment prevention training per licensure period.
Sexual harassment is a continuing concern in the workplace. Pharmacists should be knowledgeable enough to recognize sexual harassment, including the different types and what to do when they encoun... |
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Infusing Renewed Hope into Cancer-related Anemia with Intravenous Iron: AN EXPERT-LED EXPLORATION OF RECENT AND EMERGING TRIAL DATA AND CURRENT GUIDELINE RECOMMENDATIONS
Designed and developed to maximize digital audience reach and engagement, this Medical Moments webinar will review all clinically relevant aspects of cancer-related anemia (CRA) management, including chemotherapy-induced anemia (CIA). The activity will begin with a brief primer on iron metabolism and absorption principles, including the practical distinctions between absolute and functional iron deficiency, and the impact of that distinction on treatment approaches. An appraisal of the foundat... |
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Updates in Myelodysplastic Syndromes: Improving Patient Outcomes
This activity, presented by Mikkael Sekeres, MD, Chief of the Division of Hematology at the University of Miami Health System, will focus on predictive and prognostic markers for myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), emerging data on novel therapies, and strategies to optimize safety and tolerability for patients with this disease. Start the activity now.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) comprise a heterogeneous group ofmyeloid malignanciesthat derive from abnormal multipot... |
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Improving Outcomes in Hodgkin Lymphoma
This in-depth discussion, presented by Louis Diehl, MD, Professor of Medicine at Duke University Medical School, will feature strategies for incorporating predictive and prognostic markers, recent efficacy and safety data, and adverse event management strategies into treatment selection for patients with Hodgkin lymphoma (HL). Start the activity now.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) is a rare malignancy of the lymph nodes and lymphatic system, with about 8,830 new cases diagnosed ... |
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Therapy of B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: An Evolving Landscape
Presented by Amir Fathi, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, this activity will highlight individualized treatment selection for patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), as well as recent efficacy and safety data for novel therapeutic strategies. Start the activity now.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a hematologic malignancy characterized by the proliferation of immature lymphoid cells throughout the bone marrow and blood (Rana... |
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Podcast: Optimizing Management of Metastatic Squamous Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Discover new developments in the management of metastatic squamous non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), including individualized care plans, efficacy and safety of novel therapies, and strategies to optimize survivorship for patients with NSCLC. This activity is presented by expert faculty, Mark G. Kris, MD, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and Victoria Sherry, DNP, CRNP, AOCNP®, Nurse Practitioner, Abramson Cancer Center. Start the activity now.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Squamous ce... |
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Video Viewpoint Strategy Session: Optimizing Management of Metastatic Squamous Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Discover new developments in the management of metastatic squamous non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), including individualized care plans, efficacy and safety of novel therapies, and strategies to optimize survivorship for patients with NSCLC. This activity is presented by expert faculty, Mark G. Kris, MD, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and Victoria Sherry, DNP, CRNP, AOCNP®, Nurse Practitioner, Abramson Cancer Center. Start the activity now.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Squamous ce... |
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Podcast: New Data and Emerging Management Strategies for Migraine Headache
STATEMENT OF NEED
Migraine is a type of chronic headache disorder characterized by headaches of a stabbing, pulsatile quality that last between 4 and 72 hours each, often accompanied by symptoms of nausea and sensitivity to light and noise. An estimated 1.04 billion individuals have been diagnosed with migraine worldwide (Negro et al, 2019). Patients report that migraine impacts virtually every aspect of their lives, including personal relationships, reproductive choices, and productivity i... |
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New Data and Emerging Management Strategies for Migraine Headache
STATEMENT OF NEED
Migraine is a type of chronic headache disorder characterized by headaches of a stabbing, pulsatile quality that last between 4 and 72 hours each, often accompanied by symptoms of nausea and sensitivity to light and noise. An estimated 1.04 billion individuals have been diagnosed with migraine worldwide (Negro et al, 2019). Patients report that migraine impacts virtually every aspect of their lives, including personal relationships, reproductive choices, and productivity i... |
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Facts on COVID-19 Vaccinations: Pfizer BioNTech
Pharmacists and other health professionals can play crucial roles in administering and advocating for vaccination, especially during the pandemic. Learners’ knowledge should stay up-to-date in order to serve the population and aid in efforts to gaining herd immunity with vaccinations. |
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Pharmacy Technician Series: An Overview of Medications for Type 2 Diabetes
Objectives
Summarize the pathophysiology of Type 2 Diabetes
Classify the different medications used for Type 2 Diabetes
Apply knowledge of newer diabetes medications to a patient case
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Sexual Harassment
Objectives
1. Define Sexual harassment, including its forms and types
2. Describe the two different types of sexual harassment
3. Explain how to handle sexual harassment experienced or witnessed in the workplace
4. Discuss the options available for reporting sexual harassment in the workplace
5. Describe state and federal protections against retaliation by employers (whistleblower protections) for reporting sexual harassment |
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Two Pediatric Bone Disorders in the Era of Disease Specific Therapies – When to Refer Patients and How to Treat XLH and HPP
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of pediatricians in endocrinology, primary care, rheumatology, orthopedics, neurology, radiology, nephrology, neonatology, and other speciaties. Healthcare providers including geneticists and genetic counselors are included.
Program Overview
X-linked hypophosphatemia (XLH) and hypophosphotasia (HPP) are genetic metabolic bone diseases with recent treatment advances. This program will discuss when to refer and how ... |
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Management of Large B-Cell Lymphomas: A Critical Update on Relapsed/Refractory Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma and CAR T-Cell Therapy
TARGET AUDIENCE:
Hematologist-oncologists, pathologists, histologists, advanced practitioners, oncology nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients diagnosed with LBCL.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
In this activity, Jeremy Abramson, MD, highlights the significant disease burden of B-cell lymphomas, as well as the latest advances in therapeutics, and practical strategies for integrating novel therapies into practice through patient selection and supportive c... |
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Cruising the Seychelles & Coastal Tanzania: Hot Topics in Medical, Dental & Public Health Issues
Luxury Expedition with Abercrombie & Kent on Le Jacques Cartier
March 11 – 24, 2023
Join PES on an unforgettable, luxury expedition cruise aboard the 148-guest Le Jacques Cartier with A&K’s renowned Expedition Team for 12 nights exploring coastal Tanzania and Seychelles, where idyllic beaches, lush emerald mountains, and UNESCO-protected wildlife reserves await!
CME/CE Lecture Seminars for Medical, Dental, Nursing and Allied Healthcare Professionals
This Seminar is planned for 14... |
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Decision Points: Managing Influenza, COVID-19, and Coinfection
Target Audience
This activity has been designed to address the educational needs of clinicians involved in the care of patients with influenza in both inpatient and outpatient settings and COVID-19 in the hospital setting, including critical care specialists, emergency medicine specialists, infectious disease specialists, hospitalists, pulmonologists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, PAs, and pharmacists. It may also benefit other healthcare professionals involved in the care o... |
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First Do No Harm: Strategies for Managing Non-Cancer Pain in Your Clinic
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professions caring for patients with pain.
Program Overview
This activity will help you apply the fundamentals of pain management – assessment, treatment, and management of patient with pain – both acute and chronic. Following 2 patient cases, this 4-part, short form, video-based activity, will provide strategie... |
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Career Advancement and Leadership Skills for Women in Healthcare - LIVE STREAM
Strategies and Skills Development for Career Advancement and Leadership
This professional development program, which is among the highest-rated Harvard Medical School CME courses, delivers evidence-based strategies, skills development and education that help women at various stages of their healthcare careers step into and succeed in leadership positions. It also helps to effectively cultivate highly qualified current and future women leaders by developing the following competencies:
CARE... |
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8th Edition of Global Conference on Pharmaceutics and Novel Drug Delivery Systems (PHARMA 2023)
After the prodigious success of our 5 editions of Pharma conference, Magnus Group is pleased to invite you to its hybrid event “8th Edition of Global Conference on Pharmaceutics and Novel Drug Delivery Systems” Pharma 2023 scheduled during March 13-15, 2023 at Singapore.
The conference will deliberate on the theme “Decadal Overview of Recent Trends and Innovations Changing the Pharma Industry.”
The rise of biopharma and concerns about patient compliance have prompted us to adopt a... |
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2022 EGFR+ Lung Cancer Rapid Recap: The Evolving State of the Science in EGFR+ NSCLC—A Closer Look at the Paradigm-Shifting Synergy of Safety, Efficacy, and Equitable Access
webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SRJKLyP9R9qqTpQCFzPvZQ
This Rapid Recap will provide a responsive, timely, and incisive overview of data presented at the 2022 Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting, and offer expert insights into the shifting management landscape for metastatic EGFR+ NSCLC. These data will be placed in context of the established paradigm, with key scientific messages and pivotal points highlighted for audience takeaway. The session will conclude with a patien... |
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Managing Clinical Expectations in Infections Due to Gram-Positive Bacteria
Activity Description
The number of formally ID-trained pharmacists and physicians are limited across the country. This means that there is a growing role for general pharmacists and non-ID physicians to optimally manage their patients’ antibiotics in the hospital or outpatient setting as well as fulfill necessary expert roles in antibiotic stewardship programs. In order to do so, physicians and pharmacists will need education regarding the current state of drug-resistant infections and curr... |
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Telemedicine Talk Intensifying Weight Loss Efforts with Pharmacotherapy in Patients at High Risk for CV Complications
Target Audience
This activity has been designed for clinicians interested in the management of patients with obesity. Specialties include primary care providers, cardiologists, endocrinologists, obstetricians/gynecologists, and rheumatologists.
Program Overview
Obesity continues to become more prevalent in the United States, and with it, patients’ health and quality of life are diminished by increased incidence of conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea. The majority of clinician... |
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Ace the Case: Persistent Anemia in a Patient with Chronic Kidney Disease
Series of three online cases addressing key issues of anemia in CKD patients.
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Optimizing Nutrition Support: Advancements in Indirect Calorimetry & Digital Tools
Target Audience
This educational activity has been designed to meet the needs of physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and dieticians involved in the management of clinical nutrition.
Program Overview
Parenteral nutrition (PN), which involves the intravenous administration of nutrition, may increase energy delivery to a level that more closely matches a patient's estimated caloric requirements compared to enteral nutrition. This nutrition strategy is often performed in hospitalized patient... |
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The Use of Direct Acting Oral Anti-Coagulants in Vulnerable Populations
Recommendations and evidence surrounding the use of DOAC’s in special populations continue to evolve to address concerns of use in patients with obesity, renal disease, active malignancy, and older adults. DOAC’s are a widely prescribed newer class of medications with emerging clinical recommendations and evidence for safe use. Pharmacists have a key role to play as part of the care team in formulating anticoagulation regimens that are appropriate for individual patients, and would benefit... |
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Spotlight on IRON CLAD: Clinical Review of IV Iron Replacement Therapy for Cancer-and Chemotherapy-Induced Anemia
This quick, comprehensive video will review the diagnosis and treatment of cancer- and chemotherapy-induced anemia (CIA). Expert faculty, Dr. Jeffrey Gilreath from University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics
will discusses the role of intravenous (IV) iron replacement monotherapy, including ferric carboxymaltose (FCM), recent clinical trial data supporting its benefit in treatment of CIA, and management of adverse events in patients receiving this therapy. |
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“THEY TOO SHALL PASS: A JOURNEY THROUGH CARING FOR ADULT TRANSGENDER PATIENTS”
CLASS OVERVIEW
This CE will allow providers to gain a solid foundation regarding transgender healthcare and the skills necessary to provide healthcare for transgender patients in a safe, supportive and welcoming environment
EDUCATIONAL/LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
1. Recognize and apply gender confirming and gender-nonconforming terminology to current practice
2. Review epidemiology of the LGBTQIA+ population
3. Design a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment for patients within the LGBTQI... |
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Management Considerations for Older People Living with Multiple Sclerosis PODCAST 4: Support Services and Resources For Older MS Patients
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of neurologists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, PAs, nurses, pharmacists, mental health professionals, rehabilitation specialists, and other members of the healthcare team caring for patients with MS.
Program Overview
This podcast offers advice about useful resources and strategies for supporting older patients with multiple sclerosis and helping them cope with the combined challenges of aging and l... |
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Management Considerations for Older People Living with Multiple Sclerosis PODCAST 3: Older MS Patients and Cardiovascular Disease
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of neurologists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, PAs, nurses, pharmacists, mental health professionals, rehabilitation specialists, and other members of the healthcare team caring for patients with MS.
Program Overview
This podcast addresses comorbid cardiovascular diseases and risk factors in older people living with MS.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should... |
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Management Considerations for Older People Living with Multiple Sclerosis PODCAST 2: Older MS Patients and Cognition
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of neurologists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, PAs, nurses, pharmacists, mental health professionals, rehabilitation specialists, and other members of the healthcare team caring for patients with MS.
Program Overview
This episode involves a discussion of cognitive impairments and the challenges they may create in the care of older people with multiple sclerosis.
Learning Objectives
Upon compl... |
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Short Courses Podcast: Management Considerations for Older People Living with Multiple Sclerosis PODCAST 1: Treatment Considerations For Older Patients Living With MS
Program Overview
This podcast provides a general overview of considerations relevant to the care of older people living with multiple sclerosis.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:
Identify common challenges and health concerns of older patients living with MS |
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Right Treatment, Right Time: Case-Based Podcasts on MS Treatment PODCAST 1: Newly Diagnosed Relapsing MS and Treatment Considerations
Program Overview
This podcast reviews considerations for starting disease-modifying therapy for a patient recently diagnosed with relapsing MS.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:
Examine relevant data for choosing an appropriate DMT based on patient-specific characteristics
Incorporate evidence-based benefit-risk assessment and utilize shared decision making in the development of individualized treatment plans |
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Right Treatment, Right Time: Case-Based Podcasts on MS Treatment PODCAST 3:Suboptimal Response to Treatment/Breakthrough Disease
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of neurologists, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other members of the healthcare team caring for patients with MS.
Program Overview
This podcast dicusses the evaluation and management of breakthrough disease activity.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:
Examine relevant data for choosing an appropriate DMT based on patient-spe... |
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Right Treatment, Right Time: Case-Based Podcasts on MS Treatment - PODCAST 2: MS Symptom Management
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of neurologists, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other members of the healthcare team caring for patients with MS.
Program Overview
This podcast dicusses strategies for managing some of the symptoms experienced by people living with MS.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:
Incorporate evidence-based benefit-risk assessment and ... |
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Right Treatment, Right Time: Case-Based Podcasts on MS Treatment PODCAST 4:MS DMTs and vaccines
Program Overview
This podcast reviews considerations for starting disease-modifying therapy for a patient recently diagnosed with relapsing MS.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:
Examine relevant data for choosing an appropriate DMT based on patient-specific characteristics
Incorporate evidence-based benefit-risk assessment and utilize shared decision making in the development of individualized treatment plans |
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Monoclonal Antibodies in the Treatment of at Risk Patients With COVID-19 to Reduce Hospitalization and Severe Disease
EXPLORE educational module with highly interactive and engaging online content, designed to allow learners to traverse non-linearly, depending on their educational needs and interests.
• Review the utility of monoclonal antibodies use for the management of at risk patients with COVID-19, including variants
• Explain how management of COVID-19 with monoclonal antibodies affects viral load
• Recognize specific IDSA and NIH guideline-recommended treatments for at risk, select appropriate... |
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Veterinary Pharmacy Conference 2022
Originally Presented June 11-12, 2021
The ACVP Veterinary Pharmacy Conference is the only national conference designed exclusively for community veterinary pharmacy. Ideal for both new and established veterinary pharmacy practices, this conference is designed for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians and presents the latest in clinical and practical topics, as well as ample opportunity to network with colleagues and exhibitors. Student pharmacists, veterinarians, and other veterinary health... |
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ForuMS: Highlights from the 2021 CMSC Annual Meeting
TARGET AUDIENCE:
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of neurologists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, PAs, rehabilitation specialists, mental health specialists, radiologists, and other clinicians who are part of the team that manages patients with MS.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
This timely enduring activity is designed to review highlights from the 2021 CMSC annual meeting.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this activity, participants should ... |
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57th Annual Virtual Pediatric Post-Graduate Course
This course stems from Nicklaus Children's Health System’s tradition of quality and excellence in health care for children and is academically tailored to advance the clinical and research aspects of pediatrics and adolescent medicine. Renowned faculty from all over the United States and the world are invited to participate and present the most recent advances to the practicing pediatrician that directly impacts the practice. It is here that approximately 700 participants, including pediatri... |
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A Comprehensive Review of Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC) Management: An Interprofessional Approach to Care
TARGET AUDIENCE:
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of oncologists, oncology nurses and pharmacists engaged in the care of patients with metastatic colorectal cancer.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
This interprofessional activity will cover:
• Changes in treatment combinations and sequencing of regimens, as well as molecular markers that should be tested to guide therapy.
• Supportive care measures and continual monitoring based on their therapy to ensure optimal outcomes an... |
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A Comprehensive Review of Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC) Management: An Interprofessional Approach to Care
Target Audience
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of oncologists, oncology nurses and pharmacists engaged in the care of patients with metastatic colorectal cancer.
Program Overview
This activity will address changes in treatment combinations and sequencing of regimens, as well as molecular markers that should be tested to guide therapy. Further, supportive care measures and continual monitoring based on their therapy to ensure optimal outcomes and minimize adverse e... |
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Multidisciplinary Viewpoints on NTM-LD Diagnosis and Management
In two virtual roundtables, a pulmonologist, infectious disease specialist, and clinical pharmacist share their experiences in addressing challenges in diagnosing and treating patients with NTM-LD. The expert panel discusses strategies for expediting diagnosis and improving patient care and outcomes within the context of a patient’s reflections on the path to diagnosis and their treatment experience. Through this approach, learners hear from a real-world patient as the multidisciplinary pane... |
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Treatment Advances in Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia
In this case-based discussion, Morie Gertz, MD, Chair of General Internal Medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota, will discuss how to use predictive and prognostic markers to select treatment for patients with Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia (WM) and how to appraise emerging clinical trial data and adverse event management strategies for novel treatments. Start the activity now.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia (WM) is a rare cancer of B lymphocytes associated with lymphop... |
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Updates in Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Discover insights on predictive and prognostic markers, emerging efficacy and safety data, strategies to optimize tolerability for patients receiving novel therapies for mantle cell lymphoma (MCL), and more in this case-based activity presented by John Leonard, MD, the Richard T. Silver Distinguished Professor of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Weill Cornell Medicine. Start the activity now.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is an aggressive variant of B-cell non-Hodgkin ly... |
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Examining the CV Safety of Fenfluramine for Dravet Syndrome
TARGET AUDIENCE
The educational design of this activity addresses the needs of neurologists, pediatric neurologists, epileptologists, pediatric epileptologists, pediatricians, primary care providers, general practitioners, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and pharmacists involved and/or interested in the management of patients with DS.
STATEMENT OF NEED/PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Data from recent randomized clinical trials have showed that fenfluramine is well tolerated and has ... |
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Veterinary Compounding Essentials
October 28 - 29, 2022
VETERINARY COMPOUNDING ESSENTIALS is an accredited 15 hour (1.5 CEUs) practice-based course that introduces pharmacists, technicians, and marketers to veterinary pharmacy compounding. The program provides fundamental techniques for effectively growing the veterinary compounding practice, including calculations, proper safety practices, hands-on compounding, and marketing.
Upon completion of this program, the participant will be able to:
• Demonstrate knowledge o... |
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Veterinary Compounding Essentials
July 29 - 30, 2022
VETERINARY COMPOUNDING ESSENTIALS is an accredited 15 hour (1.5 CEUs) practice-based course that introduces pharmacists, technicians, and marketers to veterinary pharmacy compounding. The program provides fundamental techniques for effectively growing the veterinary compounding practice, including calculations, proper safety practices, hands-on compounding, and marketing.
Upon completion of this program, the participant will be able to:
• Demonstrate knowledge of a... |