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Failure to Rescue a Recurring Post-Surgical Event (Claims Corner CME) - Activity ID 3302
Release Date: Tuesday, November 21, 2023
End Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026

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Credits: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.50 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (0.50 hours), Contact Hours (ANCC) (0.50 hours)

Claims regarding the perioperative experience are frequent, often preventable, and some of the costliest claims. Review a case that led to septic shock and failure to rescue that highlights the need for clear communication, recognition of clinical findings, and collaboration between clinicians.
Author(s): Kim Hathaway, MSN, RN, CPHRM, CPHQ


CECMENursing Contact HoursClosed Claims StudiesDiagnostic ErrorPractice Improvement

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Administrative and Regulatory Actions: Protecting Your Practice (The Doctor's Advocate CME) - Activity ID 3260
Release Date: Wednesday, November 22, 2023
End Date: Friday, June 27, 2025

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Credits: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.50 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (0.50 hours), Contact Hours (ANCC) (0.50 hours), Continuing Education (ADA-CERP) (0.50 hours), Dental Other (non-dentists) Attendance (0.50 hours)

This program reviews the roles professional licensing board and state and federal agencies play in to protecting the public. Common types of complaints and practice allegations will be reviewed.
Author(s): R. Cahill, JD


CECMEDental CENursing Contact HoursLitigationRegulatory/Licensing Boards

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Alzheimer's Module 1: Screening for Dementia Among Adults with Cognitive Decline - Activity ID 3696
Release Date: Monday, July 1, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 1, 2027

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Credits: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.25 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.25 hours), Contact Hours (ANCC) (1.25 hours)

This program discusses screening, evaluation, and management of Alzheimer’s and related dementias and the role of practitioners in dementia care. Learn about the Alzheimer’s Project screening instruments and reversible conditions that may present similar symptoms to cognitive impairment.
Author(s): Michael Lobatz, MD and Douglas Galasko, MD


CECMENursing Contact HoursTesting/Referral TrackingPractice Improvement

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Alzheimer's Module 2: Evaluation and Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias - Activity ID 3697
Release Date: Monday, July 1, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 1, 2027

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Credits: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.75 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.75 hours), Contact Hours (ANCC) (1.75 hours)

This course explores the evaluation algorithm and tools for Alzheimer’s patients aiming to educate clinicians on standardized screening, evaluation, and management. The program includes guidance on preparing for and conducting dementia disclosures with patients and caregivers.
Author(s): Douglas Galasko MD, Daniel Sewell MD, Steven Koh MD, MBA, Holly Yang MD, Karl Steinberg MD, CMD, HMDC, HEC-C, and Michael Lobatz, MD


CECMENursing Contact HoursCommunicationDiagnostic ErrorTesting/Referral TrackingPatient RelationshipsPractice Improvement

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Alzheimer's Module 3: Addressing and Managing Behavioral and Environmental Symptoms of Dementia - Activity ID 3698
Release Date: Monday, July 1, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 1, 2027

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Credits: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.50 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.50 hours), Contact Hours (ANCC) (1.50 hours)

This program presents the DICE method for behavioral assessment, treatment planning, medication use, and tools for managing behavioral issues in Alzheimer's and dementia patients.
Author(s): Daniel Sewell, MD


CECMENursing Contact HoursCommunicationTesting/Referral TrackingPractice Improvement

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Alzheimer's Module 4: Addressing Patients' and Families' Needs Through the Disease Stages of Dementia - Activity ID 3699
Release Date: Thursday, June 27, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 1, 2027

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Credits: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (2.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (2.00 hours), Contact Hours (ANCC) (2.00 hours)

This is the fourth session in an eight-part series about Alzheimer's and dementia management and covers disease life planning, caregiver assessment and support, communication, community resources, and end-of-life decisions. It also focuses on conversations with patients and their families.
Author(s): Steven Koh MD MBA, Abraham Chyung MD, Lisa Heikoff MD, Karl Steinberg MD CMD HMDC HEC-C, Michael Lobatz MD


CECMENursing Contact HoursCommunicationHealth EquityInformed Consent/Shared Decision MakingPatient RelationshipsPractice Improvement

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Alzheimer's Module 5: Tools for Primary Care Providers: Use of Pharmacotherapy for Patients with Major Neurocognitive Disorder - Activity ID 3673
Release Date: Monday, July 1, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 1, 2027

Target Audience:
Credits: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.75 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.75 hours), Contact Hours (ANCC) (1.75 hours)

This is the 5th in a series focused on care of patients with cognitive decline, and details appropriate use of medications approved by FDA for reducing/delaying symptoms of dementia.
Author(s): Michael Lobatz MD and Ian Neel MD


CECMENursing Contact HoursCommunicationInformed Consent/Shared Decision MakingMedication Management

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Alzheimer's Module 6: Tools for Primary Care Providers: Pharmacological Management of Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia - Activity ID 3675
Release Date: Thursday, June 27, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 1, 2027

Target Audience:
Credits: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.50 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.50 hours), Contact Hours (ANCC) (1.50 hours)

This on-demand enduring content webinar details how to discern the signs and symptoms of dementia from other psychiatric issues, and how to effectively treat these symptoms with pharmacological interventions.
Author(s): Daniel Sewell, MD


CECMENursing Contact HoursCommunicationInformed Consent/Shared Decision MakingPatient Relationships

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Alzheimer's Module 7: Tools for Primary Care Providers: What Providers Ask about Diagnosing and Treating Dementia - Activity ID 3681
Release Date: Monday, July 1, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 1, 2027

Target Audience:
Credits: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.50 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.50 hours), Contact Hours (ANCC) (1.50 hours)

This course focuses on the common concerns and questions expressed by clinicians about dementia and cognitive impairment.
Author(s): Michael Lobatz MD, Douglas Galasko MD, Daniel Sewell MD, Steven Koh MD MBA


CECMENursing Contact HoursCommunicationDisclosure/Adverse EventsPatient Relationships

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Alzheimer's Module 8: Dementia Update for PCPs: Disease Modifying Medications Risks & Benefits - Activity ID 3700
Release Date: Monday, July 1, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 1, 2027

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Credits: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.50 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.50 hours), Contact Hours (ANCC) (1.50 hours)

In this course, specialists discuss new FDA-approved disease-modifying medications, candidate criteria, mechanisms of action, benefits, risks, and management strategies, providing practitioners with up-to-date knowledge.
Author(s): Michael Lobatz MD, Ian Neel MD, and Gabriel Leger MD


CECMENursing Contact HoursCommunicationMedication ManagementPatient RelationshipsPractice Improvement