Journal-based CME Course: How Should Clinicians Respond to Patient Interest in Dietary Supplements to Treat Serious Chronic Illness?

Activity ID

10914

Expires

May 1, 2025

Format Type

Journal-based

CME Credit

Fee

$30

CME Provider: AMA Journal of Ethics

Description of CME Course

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data reveal that consumption of over-the-counter vitamins, minerals, and herbals is widespread. Many clinicians, however, lack critical information about their patients’ use of dietary supplements. Particularly clinically relevant are supplement ingredients’ interactions with prescription medications, supplements’ questionable effectiveness in treating serious conditions, and their potential for causing harm. This article considers how clinicians might address dietary supplements’ safety, efficacy, and appropriate use with patients.

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1. This activity is accredited by the American Medical Association.
2. This activity is free to AMA members.

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General Information on CME Activity

Educational Objectives

1. Explain a new or unfamiliar viewpoint on a topic of ethical or professional conduct
2. Evaluate the usefulness of this information for health care practice, teaching, or conduct
3. Decide whether and when to apply the new information to health care practice, teaching, or conduct

Keywords

Ethics, Nutrition, Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Competencies

Medical Knowledge, Professionalism

CME Credit Type

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

DOI

10.1001/amajethics.2022.361