Grand Rounds - July 14, 2023
"Agents of Bioterrorism"

Speaker: Laura Selby, DO.

Objectives

1. Correctly identify the clinical presentation of various Category A bioterrorism pathogens.
2. Identify risk factors for acquiring Category A bioterrorism pathogens
3. Begin initial management of patients at risk for or diagnoses with Category A bioterroism pathogens.
4. Identify which pathogens require special PPE preparation when caring for a patient under suspicion or confirmed with Category A bioterrorism pathogens

Accreditation: St. Charles Health System is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. St. Charles Health System designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM.

The period to claim credit for this activity expires one year after its original publication. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals

Accessibility/Program Questions: St. Charles Health System encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Oher CME or Clerkship questions: also contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Grand Rounds - June 23, 2023
"New Guidelines for Colon Cancer Screening & Management"

Speaker: Peter S. Buch, MD, AGAF, FACP. Associate Professor, University of Connecticut School of Medicine; University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Objectives

1. Examine the epidemiology and risk factors regarding colon cancer.
2. Diagnose and clinically stage colon cancer in the primary care setting.
3. Utilize chemotherapy drugs in the adjuvant and metastatic setting of colon cancer.
4. Apply new research and developments incolon cancer for screening and treatment.
5. Recognize the different clinical, socioeconomic, health literacy, language, and communication factors that impact patients from getting the care that is needed.

Accreditation: St. Charles Health System is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. St. Charles Health System designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM.

The period to claim credit for this activity expires one year after its original publication. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals

Accessibility/Program Questions: St. Charles Health System encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Oher CME or Clerkship questions: also contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Grand Rounds - June 16, 2023
"Bipolar Disorder"

Speaker: Christopher Paul Lucas, MD, MPH. Associate Clinical Professor, SUNY Upstate Medical University.

Objectives

1. Improve diagnosis of bipolar spectrum disorders so as to provide appropriate treatment and maximize patient outcomes.
2. Differentiate optimal treatments for BPI and BPII using evidence-based science to determine individual course of treatment and improve patient outcomes.
3. Identify barriers to care in patients with bipolar disorder and develop strategies to abate them.

Accreditation: St. Charles Health System is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. St. Charles Health System designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM.

The period to claim credit for this activity expires one year after its original publication. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals

Accessibility/Program Questions: St. Charles Health System encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Oher CME or Clerkship questions: also contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Grand Rounds - June 9, 2023
"Tickborne Illness"

Speaker: Mireya Wessolossky, MD, MPH.

Objectives

1. Identify the many different appearances of the erythema migrans rash of Lyme disease.
2. Describe the current criteria and tests used for the diagnosis of the different stages of Lyme disease.
3. State the recommended antibiotics and duration of therapy for the different manifestations and stages of Lyme disease.
4. Identify the challenges to the diagnosis and treatment of Post-treatment Lyme disease syndrome.

Accreditation: St. Charles Health System is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. St. Charles Health System designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM.

The period to claim credit for this activity expires one year after its original publication. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals

Accessibility/Program Questions: St. Charles Health System encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Oher CME or Clerkship questions: also contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Grand Rounds - June 2, 2023
"The Fungus Amungus: Mold Infections in Immunocompromised Hosts"

Speaker: Jeanina Smith, MD. Associate Professor (CHS), University of Wisconsin; Medical Director of Transplant Infectious Disease/.

Objectives

1. Describe the host and environmental factors impacting the epidemiology of invasive mold infections.
2. Interpret the results of fungal biomarkersfor the diagnosis of invasive mold infection.
3. Distinguish the relative advantages and disadvantages of the azole antifungal agents for treatment of invasive aspergillosis.

Accreditation: St. Charles Health System is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. St. Charles Health System designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM.

The period to claim credit for this activity expires one year after its original publication. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals

Accessibility/Program Questions: St. Charles Health System encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Oher CME or Clerkship questions: also contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Enduring Materials - Jun 1, 2023
"Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents"

Speaker: Naghmeh Moshtael, MD. Kartini Clinic.

Objectives

1. Understand the importance of screening for eating disorders in children and adolescents.
2. Identify types of eating disorders: DSM-V criteria.
3. Monitor for medical stability in outpatient setting.
4. Identify the variability of presentation among children and adolescents.
5. Open forum for questions and discussion.

Accreditation: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of St. Charles Health System and Mosaic Medical. St. Charles Health System is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. St. Charles Health System designates this live virtual activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The period to claim credit for this activity expires one year after its original publication. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals

Accessibility/Program Questions: St. Charles Health System encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected]. 

Grand Rounds - May 19, 2023
"Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)"

Speaker: Joslyn W Fisher, MD, MPH. Associate Professor of Medicine and Medical Ethics, Baylor College of Medicine.

Objectives

1. Cite the epidemiology of intimate partner violence.
2. Identify those populations at risk for intimate partner violence while navigating cultural views and/or barriers.
3. Recognize the signs and symptoms of intimate partner violence.
4. Apply the appropriate strategies and interventions in the treatment of intimate partner violence.
5. Address the patient appropriately when the suspected perpetrator is present.

Accreditation: St. Charles Health System is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. St. Charles Health System designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM.

The period to claim credit for this activity expires one year after its original publication. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals

Accessibility/Program Questions: St. Charles Health System encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Oher CME or Clerkship questions: also contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Grand Rounds - May 12, 2023
"Chronic Kidney Disease"

Speaker: Golriz Jafari, MD. Olive View-UCLA Medical Center.

Objectives

1. Describe symptoms of chronic kidney disease.
2. Discuss the latest diagnostic tests and treatments.
3. Improve prevention of chronic kidney disease and preservation of kidney function.
4. Discuss indications and patient eligibility for kidney transplantation.
5. Indications of acute and chronic dialysis treatment.

Accreditation: St. Charles Health System is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. St. Charles Health System designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM.

The period to claim credit for this activity expires one year after its original publication. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals

Accessibility/Program Questions: St. Charles Health System encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Oher CME or Clerkship questions: also contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Grand Rounds - May 5, 2023
"Ophthalmology for the Primary Care Provider"

Speaker: Ronald N. Gaster, MD, FACS. Clinical Professor, Ophthalmology UCLA and UC Irvine; Private Practice, Beverly Hills and Orange County, CA.

Objectives

1. Identify common eye problems seen by primary care physicians.
2. Evaluate patients with common eye complaints.
3. Utilize diagnostic techniques in the office/clinic of a primary care physicians.
4. Treat common eye disorders.
5. Know which eye disorders need to be referred to an ophthalmologist and how urgent the referral will be.

Accreditation: St. Charles Health System is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. St. Charles Health System designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM.

The period to claim credit for this activity expires one year after its original publication. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals

Accessibility/Program Questions: St. Charles Health System encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Oher CME or Clerkship questions: also contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Grand Rounds - Apr. 21, 2023
"Preventing Firearm Injury and Death: What Healthcare Providers Can Do"

Speaker: Chethan Sathya, MD, MSc, FRCSC, FACS . Director, Northwell Health Center for Gun Violence Prevention; Pediatric General & Thoracic Surgeon, Associate Trauma; Director, Cohen Children's Medical Center; Assistant Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.

Objectives

1. Learn about the epidemiology of firearm-related harm.
2. Assess patients at risk of firearm injury, and open conversations with them about access to guns.
3. Learn practical ways clinicians can intervene with patients at risk .

Accreditation: St. Charles Health System is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. St. Charles Health System designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM.

The period to claim credit for this activity expires one year after its original publication. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Target Audience: Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals

Accessibility/Program Questions: St. Charles Health System encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].

Oher CME or Clerkship questions: also contact Continuing Medical Education at [email protected].