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Systemic miRNA-195 Differentiates Breast Cancer from Other Malignancies and Is a Potential Biomarker for Detecting Noninvasive and Early Stage Disease
Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology
1. Describe the site-specific dysregulation of some miRNAs and explain their potential as non-invasive biomarkers for diagnosis, prognostication, or markers of treatment response.
2. Cite the characteristics reflected by circulation miR-195 and explain how elevated levels could be used as a breast tumor marker. ... |
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AAOS Guidelines: Treatment of Osteoarthritis of the Knee (nonarthroplasty)
Provided by: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
After completing this CME module, participants will be able to
1. Apply the guidelines when treating a patient with osteoarthritis of the knee.
2. Evaluate evidence regarding nonoperative treatment protocols for care of the patient with osteoarthritis of the knee.
3. Understand evidence-based medicine and how the AAOS guideline development pro... |
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DCIS and Screening Rules -Part I
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
Breast MRI is reported as valuable in detecting cancer in women who have a personal history of breast cancer, those patients with greater than 25% lifetime risk of breast cancer, and those with dense breasts -a condition associated with breast cancer risk but which decreases the sensitivity of the gold standard screening exam, mammography. MRI help... |
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MRI of the Brain Stroke & Vascular Disease, Part III -Advanced Stroke
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
The ProScan Imaging Education Foundation's all-new Professional MRI Series provides a comprehensive educational program that encompasses a broad survey of up-to-date radiological knowledge in the neurological and musculoskeletal realms. Lectures address in-depth discussions of neuroradiology of the brain, spine, head and neck, and pediatric imaging... |
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Treatment for Advanced and Recurrent Endometrial Carcinoma: Combined Modalities
Provided by: The Society for Translational Oncology
1. Discuss the role of radiation therapy for advanced stage endometrial cancer in order to differentiate between patients who should receive only radiation therapy and patients requiring surgery and/or chemotherapy in addition to radiation.
2. Evaluate the role of surgery for stage IV and recurrent endometrial cancer in order to select patie... |
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HIV/AIDS: A Comprehensive In-Depth Review
Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
* Trace the etiology and epidemiology of HIV.
* Name the factors affecting risk for transmission of HIV in general and among healthcare workers in particular.
* Discuss accepted procedures for HIV testing and post-test counseling.
* Describe the clinical manifestations and treatment guideli... |
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Genetics: Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young (MODY)
Provided by: Harvard Medical School
Acknowledgement: This course is supported by educational grants from Celera and the Applera Charitable Foundation.
Diabetes is a heterogeneous disease. While the practitioner can generally distinguish between type 1 and type 2 diabetes on the basis of clinical features, there are rarer forms of the disease which do not follow this simple categor... |
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Genetics: Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young (MODY)
Provided by: Harvard Medical School
Acknowledgement: This course is supported by educational grants from Celera and the Applera Charitable Foundation.
Diabetes is a heterogeneous disease. While the practitioner can generally distinguish between type 1 and type 2 diabetes on the basis of clinical features, there are rarer forms of the disease which do not follow this simple categor... |
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Conversations and Controversies in Hematologic Malignancies and Hematology
Provided by: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
After participating in this activity, the participant will demonstrate the ability to: Explain the role of newer agents in the treatment of patients with lymphoid leukemia
Explain the role of autologous transplantation in multiple myeloma in 2011
Formulate patient management strategies using a risk-adapted approach to the ... |
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4-Volume Neurodegenerative Disease Set
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
The ProScan Imaging Education Foundation's all-new Professional MRI Series provides a comprehensive educational program that encompasses a broad survey of up-to-date radiological knowledge in the neurological and musculoskeletal realms. Lectures address in-depth discussions of neuroradiology of the brain, spine, head and neck, and pediatric imaging... |
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Clinical Challenges in the Diagnosis and Management of Anemia
Provided by: Harvard Medical School
Anemia represents a common problem encountered in daily clinical practice world wide. Hence, a structured approach to evaluating anemia is highly relevant in primary care. Multi-channel automated analyzers have revolutionized the work of performing complete blood counts (CBCs). However, when interpreting results, clinicians must be aware of limitat... |
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Factor V Leiden and Factor V Deficiency: A Tale of Two Disorders. LQCL1008
Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:
* discuss the difference between the factor V Leiden and factor V assay tests.
* identify the relationships factor V has in the coagulation cascade and explain how factor V Leiden may lead to hypercoagulability.
* discuss the demographics of factor V Leiden.
* compare the clinical p... |
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Chronic Hepatitis C: A Multifaceted Disease
Provided by: Harvard Medical School
Chronic hepatitis C afflicts 170 million individuals worldwide and is a major cause of morbidity and mortality. We discuss the various modes of acquisition of hepatitis C. Although cirrhosis and its attendant complications including primary hepatocellular cardinoma are the major causes of morbidity and mortality, patients with chronic hepatitis C m... |
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12th Annual Internal Medicine Board Review
Provided by: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
DESCRIPTION
This intensive review course is designed to provide the internist an updated broad review of basic topics in internal medicine and its subspecialties. The activity will also aid in preparation for the 2009 American Board of Internal Medicine certification and re-certification examinations.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This activity is inten... |
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2012 Pediatrics Intensive Board Review Course
Provided by: MedStudy
A 6-1/2-day course for physicians seeking to expand and reinforce their knowledge and clinical competencies in Pediatrics, focusing on subjects that are directly relevant to clinical scenarios that will be encountered on the ABP Certification or Recertification Board exam, as well as in the clinical setting.
Featuring 14 nationally renowned Peds... |
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Management of Myocardial Infarction
Provided by: The Ohio State University Medical Center
Description
According to National Institutes of Health, most heart attacks are caused by a blood clot that blocks one of the coronary arteries. The coronary arteries bring blood and oxygen to the heart. If the blood flow is blocked, the heart starves for oxygen and heart cells die.
Objectives
Upon completion of this educational acitivity the p... |
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Managing the Dental Patient Relationship and Patient Dismissal as Last Resort
Provided by: Medical Interactive Community
Dentists know that patient compliance with dental advice is associated with better outcomes and reduced risk. "Fear and Finances" are frequent reasons for noncompliance. This self-paced Internet activity presents cases and criteria designed to assist the dental practitioner in knowing when to simply continue care; when to document Informed Refusal;... |
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HPV Vaccine Protein L1 Predicts Disease Outcome of High-Risk HPV+ Early Squamous Dysplastic Lesions
Provided by: American Society for Clinical Pathology
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:
* define the role of the L1 capsid protein in the life cycle of human papillomaviruses in squamous epithelium.
* outline the setting(s) in which L1 capsid staining may have a role in clinical management of patients with cervical squamous intraepithelial lesion.
* describe appropriate ... |
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New York State: Infection Control Guidelines
Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
* Discuss New York State's requirements for infection control training.
* Spell out professional responsibilities for monitoring infection control practices and interventions for compliance and safety.
* Explain the chain of infection and describe the way infection control concepts are appli... |
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Pain: The Nature and Experience of Pain
Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education
The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of pain and symptom management, including the nature, sources, assessment, diagnosis, and interventions to relieve pain.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
* Explain the nature of pain and its definitions, characteristics, types, and sources.
* Identify current standards id... |
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The ABCs of Auditing
Provided by: American Association of Professional Coders
Overview:
This webinar is a basic review of the necessary steps for medical record auditing in the physician practice including tips for best practices that help ensure compliance to coding and documentation requirements.
You Will Learn
* When and how to identify records to audit including potential red flag areas
* The type and fre... |
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MRI of the Brain Supratentorial Neoplasia, Part III
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
The ProScan Imaging Education Foundation's all-new Professional MRI Series provides a comprehensive educational program that encompasses a broad survey of up-to-date radiological knowledge in the neurological and musculoskeletal realms. Lectures address in-depth discussions of neuroradiology of the brain, spine, head and neck, and pediatric imaging... |
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End-of-Life Care for West Virginia Healthcare Professionals
Provided by: Wild Iris Medical Education
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
* Explain the principles and ethical challenges of end-of-life care and hospice.
* Discuss the essential elements of effective communication with client and family.
* List pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic physical-comfort measures for care of the dying client.
* Assess psychosocial and em... |
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2-Volume MRI of the Ankle and Foot Set
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
The ProScan Imaging Education Foundation's all-new Professional MRI Series provides a comprehensive educational program that encompasses a broad survey of up-to-date radiological knowledge in the neurological and musculoskeletal realms. Lectures address in-depth discussions of neuroradiology of the brain, spine, head and neck, and pediatric imaging... |
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Colorectal Cancer: Risks, Screening, and Treatment
Provided by: Harvard Medical School
This online course provides a review of the epidemiology and risk factors, screening and treatment of colorectal cancer. Participants will review a case from initial presentation for a routine visit to their general internists to screening to work-up and treatment.... |
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Florida Mandated Domestic Violence 2 Hours Course for Nursing, Dental and Other Healthcare Professionals.
Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
Describe the healthcare implications of domestic violence.
Isolate the risk factors for domestic violence.
List the signs and symptoms of domestic violence.
Discuss appropriate documentation in cases of suspected domestic violence.
State Florida's reporting requirements for domestic violence... |
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Genetics: Lung Cancer
Provided by: Harvard Medical School
Acknowledgement: This course is supported by educational grants from Celera and the Applera Charitable Foundation.
Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer in nonsmokers, comprising nearly 60% of cases, and it is associated with the Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) mutation. For patients with suspected lung cancer, it is impo... |
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MRI of Neurodegenerative Disease & Demyelination, Part II
Provided by: PROSCAN Imaging Education Foundation
The ProScan Imaging Education Foundation's all-new Professional MRI Series provides a comprehensive educational program that encompasses a broad survey of up-to-date radiological knowledge in the neurological and musculoskeletal realms. Lectures address in-depth discussions of neuroradiology of the brain, spine, head and neck, and pediatric imaging... |
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Terrorism Response For Nevada Licensed Healthcare Professionals
Provided by: Biologix Solutions, LLC
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
Define acts of terrorism/bioterrorism and weapons of mass destruction (WMD).
Identify the major biological threat agents.
Describe the natural transmission of Category A biological agents.
Describe clinical presentations of Category A biological agents.
Describe available treatments and pro... |
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The Ethical Ophthalmologist: Commercial Relationships, Compensation & Advertising
Provided by: American Academy of Ophthalmology
For economic, social, political and other reasons, modes of ophthalmic practice have changed drastically in the last few years, affecting both physicians and their patients. Commercial relationships of all varieties now abound. Many factors affect levels of compensation. Advertising is seen as a primary practice-building tool. What are the threshol... |
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