Rheumatology Update for the Clinician

Add to Calendar Rheumatology Update for the Clinician 10/16/2021 8:00:00 AM 10/16/2021 4:30:00 PM America/Los_Angeles For More Details: https://keckusc.cloud-cme.com/rheum2021 Description: Rheumatology Update for the Clinician is designed to provide rheumatologists and primary care physicians with up-to-date information on how to recognize, diagnose, treat and follow common rheumatologic conditions. Distinguished faculty will give didactic lectures on disease-specific topics including: the diagnosis and treatment of RA, PSA, gout, lupus and Osteoporosis. The role of imaging of these disorders with radiologi... Hyatt House - USC Health Sciences Campus false MM/DD/YYYY


Date & Location
Saturday, October 16, 2021, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Hyatt House - USC Health Sciences Campus

Target Audience
Specialties - All Specialties

Credits
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (6.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (6.00 hours)

Overview
Rheumatology Update for the Clinician is designed to provide rheumatologists and primary care physicians with up-to-date information on how to recognize, diagnose, treat and follow common rheumatologic conditions. Distinguished faculty will give didactic lectures on disease-specific topics including: the diagnosis and treatment of RA, PSA, gout, lupus and Osteoporosis. The role of imaging of these disorders with radiological techniques will be reviewed. An in-depth exploration of autoimmunity will be presented. The educational format includes case studies and panel discussions, allowing participants the opportunity to attain and integrate new, practical information into their clinical practices to improve patient care and outcomes. Alternative pain modalities will also be discussed.

Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  1. Analyze new and novel treatment in rheumatic disorders.
  2. Discuss current guidelines in treating rheumatic disorders.
  3. Differentiate on a clinical basis from over 150 types of arthritis.
  4. Distinguish the pathophysiology of RA, SLE, gout, psoriatic arthritis and AS.
  5. Explore differences in biologic agents used in the field of rheumatology.
  6. Debate the use of THC in treating RA and rheumatic disorders.
  7. Review new developments in the field of rheumatology.

Accreditation
The Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California designates this Live Activity activity for a maximum of 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

 


Additional Information

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received by the USC Office of CME (fax or email) by October 11, 12:00 pm PDT for a refund. In support of health care professionals' need for flexibility during COVID-19, cancellation fees are waived for a full refund. In the event of course cancellation by conference organizers, all registration fees will be fully refunded.

In the event of course cancellation, all registration fees will be fully refunded. USC will not refund any travel costs incurred.

Accessibility Statement
 
Keck School of Medicine Healthcare System is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008. If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the USC Office of CME at [email protected].