Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 12:00 PM
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April 10th, 2024 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit Hours
Description
Dimorphic fungi cause uncommon pulmonary pathophysiology, which is commonly misdiagnosed leading to prolonged visitation to heatlhcare settings. Accurate diagnosis with respect to endemic fungi has recently become a focus for the CDC. This lecture will review new guidance for diagnosis of endemic fungi in the US and the common clinical presentation and ranges of these pathogens.
Dates and Times
Start: 4/10/2024 12:00 PM
End: 4/10/2024 1:00 PM
Objectives
- Discuss the presentation and expanded ranges of Coccidioidies, Blastomyces and Histoplasma.
- Expand on the updated testing algorithms suggested for diagnosis by the CDC
- Discuss the limitations of current diagnostic tests for the three common endemic fungal infections in the US
Speakers
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 Credits ™. 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:
Amy Loughlin
Department: Pathology
Phone: (631) 444-3000
Email: Amy.loughlin@stonybrookmedicine.edu