Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 10:15 AM
This grand round has already taken place.
September 19th, 2018 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit Hours
Description
A practical review highlighting nuances in the difficult diagnosis of "Geriatric Asthma."
We will discuss application of FDA-approved devices and emphasize differences in spirometric data vs. impulse oscillometry.
Allergy testing technologyin the elderly will be discussed with reference to strengths and weaknesses of percutaneous skin prick, intradermal, and RAST. There will be emphasis onpaying attention to comorbidities, as well as benefits and side effects of asthma medications in the elderly.
Please Note: Session only open to Stony Brook Medicine Physicians, Nurses, Medical Students, and Stony Brook Medicine Affiliates
Dates and Times
Start: 9/19/2018 10:15 AM
End: 9/19/2018 11:15 AM
Objectives
- Recognize the nuances and difficulties involved in diagnosing geriatric asthma
- Learn strategies to correctly diagnose/treat geriatric asthma
- Understand the sensitivity and specificity of selected allergy tests and their clinical relevance.
Speakers
Location
Stony Brook Medicine
Health Science Center
Prev Med Seminar Room L3-066
Stony Brook, NY 11794
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 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) ™. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Need help with this Grand Round Session?
Please contact the Grand Round coordinator listed below:
Lisa Spinazzola
Department: Medicine
Phone: (631) 444-8279
Email: lisa.spinazzola@stonybrookmedicine.edu