Teaches

Expert Teaches on Testosterone and Hypogonadism

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Expert Teaches on Testosterone and Hypogonadism. This webcast will discuss Testosterone and Hypogonadism. This program will discuss the presentation and diagnosis of male hypogonadism including the various limitations and nuances of testing. The program will also discuss the treatment of hypogonadism with testosterone including an overview of the different formulations. Finally, the program will go into depth with monitoring of treatment including a discussion of potential side effects and contraindications.

Now we’re in the age of social media, Testosterone therapy has once again gained substantial interest and attention. You’ve probably heard the commercials for “low T” treatment and so have your patients. Between 2001 and 2011, testosterone use in the US has tripled. FOR-profit “low T” clinics have popped up all around the country to serve the increasing appetite for testosterone replacement.

With more and more patients asking about low-T, we wanted to bring you the most up-to-date and evidenced-based recommendations for the testing, treatment, and monitoring of hypogonadism. For today’s presentation, we’ve invited an expert from Ohio State University. Dr Roger Harty is an Assistant Professor of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism.

What you’ll learn in this webcast

As a result of this educational activity, webcast participants will be able to:

  • Review the recommended workup and limitations of testing for male hypogonadism
  • Review the therapeutic options and monitoring recommendations for treatment of male hypogonadism

You’ll also learn about the following:

  • Testosterone Levels with Age
  • Contraindications
  • Testosterone Formulations
  • Monitoring Treatment

You can find this and many other MedNet21 programs on the OSU – CCME website.

Call our MedNet21 Program Manager at 614.293.3473 for more details about subscribing to MedNet21 as a hospital or as an individual.  You can also e-mail him at derrick.freeman@osumc.edu.

Online Webcast Teaches on Common Podiatric Conditions

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This webcast will discuss Common Podiatric Conditions.  Foot and ankle health is a critical aspect of our overall well-being. Without it, mobility and independence are decreased leading to a whole host of other medical maladies. Podiatric problems are also very common not only in primary care but in association with numerous other medical comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. So today, we’ve invited two Ohio State University’s Podiatry experts to share their knowledge of some of the most commonly seen of these complaints.

Dr. Caleb McFerren is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine and Assistant Professor of Orthopedics at Ohio State. He specializes in minimally invasive approaches to foot and ankle surgery. Our other guest is Dr. Said Atway a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine and Associate Professor as well as the director of the Podiatric Residency at Ohio State University.

What you’ll learn in this webcast

As a result of this educational activity, webcast participants will be able to:

  • Review common podiatric conditions
  • Review first line treatments and management of podiatric conditions.
  • How to differentiate between the two types of heel pain.
  • First line treatment for forefoot pain.

You’ll also learn about the following:

  • Podiatry Training
  • Podiatrist vs Orthopedist
  • Footwear
  • Orthotics
  • Diabetics

You can find this and many other MedNet21 programs on the OSU – CCME website.

Call our OSU MedNet21 at 614.293.3473 for more details about subscribing to MedNet21 as a hospital or as an individual.  You can also e-mail him at derrick.freeman@osumc.edu.

Online Webcast Teaches on Population Genomic Health

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This webcast will discuss Population Genomic Health.  Learners will gain an understanding of population genomic screening, including different types of population genomic screening programs. They will also be able to learn the potential clinical utility and cost-effectiveness of population genomic screening programs. Learners will also be exposed to three case studies of population genomic screening initiatives.

What you’ll learn in this webcast

As a result of this educational activity, webcast participants will be able to:

  • Define population genomic screening.
  • Describe different types of population genomic screening programs.

You’ll also learn about the following:

  • Genetics Training
  • Difference between genetics and genomics
  • Primary Care Role
  • Privacy

You can find this and many other MedNet21 programs on the OSU – CCME website.

Call our MedNet21 Program Manager at 614.293.3473 for more details about subscribing to MedNet21 as a hospital or as an individual.  You can also e-mail him at derrick.freeman@osumc.edu.

CME Webcast Teaches How to Approach Chronic Back Pain

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CME Webcast Teaches How to Approach Chronic Back Pain.  This program will cover a biopsychosocial approach to chronic back pain. The first presenter will discuss multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary treatment approaches to chronic low back pain. She will then discuss some of the common medications used for treatment. The next presenter will discuss the role of psychology/psychotherapy in treatment for chronic low back pain, with a particular emphasis on how psychology providers work with others in an interdisciplinary treatment team. Finally, the last presenter will discuss various strategies for treating patients with chronic low back pain to improve their overall function, coping, mobility, and quality of life.

For this program, we’ve brought together three smart and talented Ohio State University’s experts from the Pain Rehabilitation and Education: Values and Actions that Improve Life or PREVAIL clinic. These brilliant women work together as an interdisciplinary team to treat chronic back pain through a biopsychosocial approach. First, we have the pleasure of introducing Christina McGhee who is a Doctor of Nursing. Next, we have Lora Black who is a PhD in Psychology, and finally joining us is have Lauren Tiemeier who is a Doctor of Physical Therapy.

What you’ll learn on this webcast

As a result of this educational activity, webcast participants will be able to:

  • Define biopsychosocial/interdisciplinary treatment approach
  • Describe roles of the medical, psychology, and physical therapy providers
  • Explain the role of the psychology provider and psychotherapy in the treatment of chronic low back pain.
  • Discuss some of the psychotherapy techniques used in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for chronic pain.
  • Articulate strategies to promote an increase in function, coping, mobility, and quality of life with patients who have chronic low back pain.
  • Describe the role of physical therapy for patients with chronic low back pain.

You’ll also learn about the following:

  • A Multidisciplinary Approach
  • Communication

You can find this and many other MedNet21 programs on the OSU – CCME website.

Call our MedNet21 Webcast Producer at 614.293.3473 for more details about subscribing to MedNet21 as a hospital or as an individual.  You can also e-mail him at derrick.freeman@osumc.edu.

Online Webcast Teaches on Breast Cancer Therapies

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Online Webcast Teaches on Breast Cancer Therapies. This webcast will discuss Breast Cancer Therapies.  In the first half of the presentation, the presenter will review the incidence, risk factors, & treatments associated with breast cancer. Then the presenter will focus on systemic therapies such as endocrine therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapies and immunotherapies for breast cancer. In the second half, the presenter will discuss the presentations of breast cancer before focusing in on the role of radiation therapy for breast cancer.

Today, we have a whole arsenal of treatments at our disposal. Survival rates for breast cancer have tripled over the past century. The 5-year survival of breast cancer is now 91% in the United States.

We have room to go because breast cancer is exceedingly common. It affects 1 in 8 women in the US and is the most common cancer in women worldwide. To discuss the modern approach and therapy for breast cancer treatment, we’ve invited two Ohio State University James Cancer Hospital’s Breast Oncology experts. We’re pleased to introduce Assistant Professor of internal medicine Dr. Kai Johnson. Dr. Johnson is a medical oncologist who specializes in breast oncology. He prerecorded his segment. And joining me in the studio today is Dr. Rebekah Young. Doctor young is an assistant professor of radiation oncology who specializes in breast cancer treatment.

What you’ll learn in this webcast

As a result of this educational activity, webcast participants will be able to:

  • Discuss modifiable & non-modifiable risk factors of breast cancer
  • Articulate treatments applied to manage breast cancer patients
  • Describe the major local and systemic treatments for breast cancer.
  • Understand the role of radiotherapy in treating breast cancer.

You’ll also learn about the following:

  • Radiation Therapy Myths
  • Sequence and Timing
  • Side Effects
  • Patient Selection
  • Resection or Mastectomy over Breast Conservation
  • Closing

You can find this and many other MedNet21 programs on the OSU – CCME website.

Call our MedNet21 Program Manager at 614.293.3473 for more details about subscribing to MedNet21 as a hospital or as an individual.  You can also e-mail him at derrick.freeman@osumc.edu.