Gastroenterology for the Primary Care Provider 2019 (GIPCP)


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Add to Calendar Gastroenterology for the Primary Care Provider 2019 (GIPCP) 10/12/2019 7:00:00 AM 10/12/2019 5:00:00 PM America/New_York For More Details: https://medstar.cloud-cme.com/GIPCP Description: Online registration is now closed. We will start onsite registration at 7:15 am onSaturday, October 12.This program's aim is to ensure participants are current with the latest topics in the field of gastroenterology as they relate to primary care. It will cover recent advances in diet and lifestyle changes as well controversies around treatment of various GI conditions presented by GI experts. As new guidelines and treatment... Ritz-Carlton false MM/DD/YYYY


Date & Location
Saturday, October 12, 2019, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST, Ritz-Carlton

Target Audience
Specialties - Family Medicine, Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Gastroenterology

Overview

Online registration is now closed.  We will start onsite registration at 7:15 am on Saturday, October 12.

This program's aim is to ensure participants are current with the latest topics in the field of gastroenterology as they relate to primary care. It will cover recent advances in diet and lifestyle changes as well controversies around treatment of various GI conditions presented by GI experts. As new guidelines and treatment options are presented, they are coupled with recommendations for incorporating these updates into day-to-day clinical practice.  This program offers a glimpse into the future of gastroenterology with engaging lectures by diverse members of the specialty to provide an interactive educational environment.


Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  1. Describe the updated guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of GERD
  2. Identify appropriate use and side effects of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)
  3. Describe updates and improve practices in surveillance and management of Barrett's esophagus
  4. Identify patients who should be screened for H pylori and apply best practices for treatment
  5. Implement screening guidelines for chronic Hepatitis B and C
  6. Identify the best use of non-invasive colon cancer screening method
  7. Identify which patients are candidates for bariatric surgery
  8. Recognize the role of the PCP in identifying and managing the epidemic of obesity and fatty liver

Registration

Physician: $150
Resident or Fellow: $100
Physician Assistant: $100
Nurse Practitioner $100
Nurse: $100
Allied Health: $100
Industry Professional: $250


Accreditation

In support of improving patient care, MedStar Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Credit Designation

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 5.75 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change.

 

This Live activity, Gastroenterology for the Primary Care Provider 2019 (GIPCP), with a beginning date of 10/12/2019, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to  5.25 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.


Credits
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Physician (5.25 hours), IPCE (5.25 hours), Non-Physician Member of the Healthcare Team (5.25 hours), Physician Assistant - AAPA (5.25 hours)