Seminar 11
Diagnosis and Early Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease
Marie Saint-Hilaire, MD
Early diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease is essential. In this session we will review the clinical assessment findings that point to a diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease. Treatment options including pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies will be described.
Seminar 12 *
More than Just the Legs: Management of Peripheral Arterial Disease
Carl Fier, MD
The role of the NP in reducing the morbidity and mortality of Peripheral Arterial Disease is significant. Participants in this session will understand the insidious nature of PAD and its effects on the entire vasculture. We will discuss assessment, treatment, and long term strategies to improve a patients overall well-being.
Seminar 13
Tackling Acute Renal Failure
David Friedenberg, DO, FACP
This session will help the provider sort out causes for Acute Renal failure, bringing to light appropriate tests and how to interpret them.
Seminar 14 *
Childhood and Adolescent Immunizations: What’s New!
Susan Lett, MD
This presentation will review the 2009 immunization schedule for children and adolescents; the latest recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices; and will identify resources to respond to vaccine safety concerns.
Seminar 15
Building a Medical Home: The Model for 21st Century Primary Care
W. Carl Cooley, MD
As the team approach to caring for patients becomes more sophisticated, it is often unclear who “owns” the patient. In this session the concept of the medical home will be clarified and approaches to implementation will be discussed.
* Eligible for pharmacology contact hours