Thursday, September 27, 2018
This conference has already taken place.
Description
The target audience for this event will be comprised of both primary care providers and sub-specialists. While there will be some overlap, specific segments of the talks will be geared toward each. Primary care providers will learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of IBD, initiate a workup, and refer to gastroenterologists when appropriate. Gastroenterologists will learn how to utilize the newest endoscopic, imaging and laboratory tests. They will also learn indications, costs, efficacy, and safety of the newest medical and surgical treatments.
To Register for this event, please use the following link:
https://www.stonybrookmedicine.edu/ibd2018/registe...
Dates and Times
Start: 9/27/2018 6:00 PM
End: 9/27/2018 8:30 PM
Objectives
- Differentiate a suspected IBD patient from others, with chronic gastrointestinal symptoms.
- Initiate a laboratory workup where appropriate to investigate potential IBD patients.
- Implement newer medical treatments for IBD.
- Understand the difference between pediatric and adult patients with IBD. Know when to refer a patient to surgical colleagues.
Speakers
Location
Hilton Garden Inn
1 Circle Road
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Accreditation
The School of Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The School of Medicine, State University of New York at Stony Brook designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) ™. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.