OVERVIEW

Rheumatology Update for the Clinician is designed to provide rheumatologists and primary care physicians with up-to-date information on how to recognize, diagnose, treat and follow common rheumatologic conditions. Distinguished faculty will give didactic lectures on disease-specific topics including: the diagnosis and treatment of RA, PSA, gout, lupus and Osteoporosis. The role of imaging of these disorders with radiological techniques will be reviewed. An in-depth exploration of autoimmunity will be presented. The educational format includes case studies and panel discussions, allowing participants the opportunity to attain and integrate new, practical information into their clinical practices to improve patient care and outcomes. Alternative pain modalities will also be debated and discussed. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Analyze new and novel treatment in rheumatic disorders.
• Discuss current guidelines in treating rheumatic disorders.
• Differentiate on a clinical basis from over 150 types of arthritis.
• Distinguish the pathophysiology of RA, SLE, gout, psoriatic arthritis and AS.
• Explore differences in biologic agents used in the field of rheumatology.
• Debate the use of THC in treating RA and rheumatic disorders.
• Review new developments in the field of rheumatology. 

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is intended for all levels of healthcare professionals with interest in the care of the rheumatology patient. Audience includes practicing physicians, surgical trainees, medical students, nurses, physicians’ assistants and other allied healthcare providers.

ACCREDITATION

The Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California designates this Live Activity activity for a maximum of 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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