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Managing Patients with Rheumatic Disorders in Primary Care
Rheumatic disorders are prevalent, yet their diagnosis and treatment in affected patients are frequently challenging, contributing to a considerable disease burden. Ensuring timely intervention is critical to slow disease progression and improve patient outcomes. However, various educational gaps impede primary care clinicians from effectively achieving these goals. This 0.75-hour text-based activity features 3 modules comprised of 12 questions encountered in the primary care management of pat... |
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Acromegaly Research Highlights: ENDO 2023
This 30-minute CME-accredited program highlights the latest clinical research about acromegaly, a rare endocrine disorder. Common symptoms include subtle skeletal overgrowth; soft tissue swelling (tongue, heart, kidney, colon, and vocal cords); unusually prominent forehead and heavy brow ridge; protruding lower jaw; overbite; skin thickening; increased shoe and ring size; hypertension; increased perspiration; headaches; paresthesia; and sexual dysfunction.
There are several orphan drugs app... |
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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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September 19-21, 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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Hitting The Bullseye in NSCLC
Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women and is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths. The majority of lung cancer cases are categorized as NSCLC, which has a low overall 5-year survival rate, especially when it is diagnosed at advanced, unresectable stages. Recent advances in the treatment landscape have yielded promising improvements in progression-free survival and overall survival; however, outcomes are dependent on numerous factors, including the evaluation ... |
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Advances in GI & Hepatology for the Primary Care Clinician
Join faculty experts from the Center for Digestive Health at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health for this half-day course on the latest evidence-based diagnosis and management strategies for gastrointestinal and hepatological diseases, designed for clinicians caring for patients in the primary care setting.
Topics will address GI conditions commonly seen in primary care, including the latest options for managing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), alcohol-related liver disease (ALRD) and a... |
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Survival Skills for Today's Gynecologist Fall 2024: Advanced Update for All Women’s Healthcare Providers
Welcome to Survival Skills for Today’s Gynecologist Fall 2024 Advanced Update for All Women’s Healthcare Providers delivered by world-class leaders in our field. We are excited to present this comprehensive conference with in-depth lectures. It is packed with high yield practical tips and pearls. All sessions include a summary of clinical tools you can take back and implement in your practice. Ample time is set aside for questions and answers, as well as for you to meet informally with f... |
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Ready for a Closeup: Differentiating Inadequate Response and Emotional Blunting During Treatment for Major Depressive Disorder
Major depressive disorder (MDD) can have a significant impact on your patients’ lives. However, MDD is not just about feeling “down.” It’s a life-threatening condition that is a leading cause of suicide. Fortunately, there are a variety of effective therapies; however, many patients may experience an inadequate response to treatment and others may have experience anhedonia or reduced emotional responsiveness (ie, emotional blunting) associated with both selective serotonin reuptake inh... |
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Applying Evolving Targeted Therapy in Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) is a biologically heterogeneous hematologic malignant neoplasm with a 5-year survival rate of 30%. Hematologist, Brian Jonas, MD, PhD, UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer, discusses standard induction, consolidation, and maintenance therapy, as well as factors to consider in individualizing intensive therapy in fit and unfit patients. Dr. Jonas presents safety and efficacy data for approved and emerging therapies that target BCL-2, FLT-3 ITD/TDK, CD33, CD47, IDH1/2, E-se... |
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Contemporary Issues in the Management of Patients With Primary Biliary Cholangitis: An Interprofessional Approach
An interprofessional faculty of gastroenterology clinicians discuss real-world issues in managing patients with primary biliary cholangitis. Two mini-lectures serve as the foundation for understanding the diagnostic evaluation and risk factors of primary biliary cholangitis. Three cases foster a robust discussion, among the 5 faculty, of clinical decision-making around the roles, benefits, and limitations of approved and investigational pharmacologic treatment options. The program format foste... |
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Cleveland Clinic 21st Intensive Review of Cardiology
Cleveland Clinic’s acclaimed faculty shares its unparalleled expertise with its 21st Intensive Review of Cardiology. This Board and re-certification resource serves as a forum to critically review current thinking and management of all major cardiovascular disciplines. Focus is placed on the delivery of contemporary medicine, including complex patient management and decision-making for practicing cardiologists. Worth up to 15.75 AMA PRA Category I Credits™, this enduring material is also... |
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It Takes a Village: Working Together to Reduce Racial Inequities in Maternal Morbidity and Mortality
Maternal morbidity and mortality rates are unacceptably high in the United States (US). In fact, Black women are two to three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women, prompting the US Department of Health and Human Services to state that maternal deaths are a public health crisis. What can you do to address these inequities in maternal health? Two experts in this field will discuss the latest data on maternal deaths and frame practical and supportive strategies ... |
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6th Annual Women's Health Conference
Join women's health professionals from around the country at the 6th Annual Women's Health Conference on September 30 - October 2, 2024 at the The Meritage Resort & Spa. This conference has been accredited for up to 15 CME credits by a variety of medical organizations. More accreditation details...
This conference will focus on timely and practical issues involving women’s health. An emphasis will be placed on recent advances, up-to-date practices, and guidelines that will e... |
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Promoting Equitable Oral Health in Patients of Color
There are many vulnerable and underserved populations in oral health. Gaps in health and health care are often caused by the disconnect between medical and dental care and a fragmented system that has left 74 million people without dental insurance, leading to knowledge gaps and a lack of dental-medical collaboration and coordination in patient care. These issues are exacerbated in patients of color, often due to interpersonal racism.
This CME Outfitters BriefCase will feature patient case ... |
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Irregular Care: Racial Inequities in the Management of Cardiac Rhythm Disorders
Structural racism and classism leads to many of the social determinants of health (SDoH) that cause disparities in cardiovascular (CVD) care, such as unequal preventative care, heart arrythmia treatment, and research inclusion. Interpersonal racism, including unconscious bias, worsens disproportionate CVD care, and is also a stand-alone factor for this health inequity. Underrepresented minority (URM) patients – particularly Black/African American individuals – are less likely to receive, b... |
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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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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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Monitor Patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Catch Transthyretin Cardiomyopathy Early in the Course
Target Audience
Healthcare providers in internal medicine, family medicine, surgery, cardiology, neurology, and healthcare professionals caring for patients with carpal tunnel syndrome and/or heart failure.
Program Overview
ATTR is a type of amyloidosis that affects the heart as well as other tissues such as the synovium of carpal tunnel. Bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome proceeds the symptoms of ATTR cardiomyopathy by a number of years. Topics on when to refer patients with carpal tunnel ... |
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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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Thymidine Kinase 2 Deficiency: From Diagnostic Odyssey to Timely Diagnosis and Treatment
Mary Kay Koenig, MD, a leader in the management of patients with mitochondrial diseases, delves into the complexities of managing patients with thymidine kinase 2 deficiency (TK2d). In this 1-hour activity, Dr. Koenig shares her insights in the clinical presentation of TK2d through real case studies and offers guidance on overcoming the ‘diagnostic odyssey’ experienced by many patients with mitochondrial disease. She also discusses the clinical criteria for referring patients to specialize... |
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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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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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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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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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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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