Medical Knowledge
Posted on April 22nd, 2020 by Academic Programs
This activity describes the mechanism, clinical usefulness and adverse events of non-opioid medications in patients with acute or chronic pain. Acetaminophen, NSAIDs, SNRIs, tricyclic antidepressants, drugs originally deemed antiepileptic drugs, and topical agents are reviewed. Disclaimers 1. This activity is…
Posted on April 22nd, 2020 by Academic Programs
This activity describes neuropathic, centralized, acute, and chronic pain as well as the importance of mental health assessment given biopsychosocial dimensions. Patient scenarios emphasize key points, and recommended medications to treat neuropathic pain are provided. Disclaimers 1. This activity is…
Posted on April 22nd, 2020 by Academic Programs
This activity covers non-pharmacologic treatment approaches for chronic pain, including mind-body therapies, exercise therapies, manual therapies, and psychological interventions. Key strategies for physicians to engage patients around non-pharmacologic modalities are discussed. Disclaimers 1. This activity is hosted on the AMA…
Posted on April 21st, 2020 by Academic Programs
What are key factors for successful partnerships between clinicians, health care organizations, and communities? This month, we discuss strategies for building trust and engaging effectively with Dr Daniel Skinner, Dr Berkeley Franz, Dr Kelly Kelleher, and Robin Hacke. Disclaimers 1….
Posted on April 20th, 2020 by Academic Programs
In this module, learn to find and use important information on somatic cancer testing panel reports. Learn how to identify test characteristics to compare offerings from different labs, find actionable information on a test report, and interpret results for the…
Posted on September 13th, 2019 by Bill Sivarais
Based on a review of the literature and member surveys that we have done, physicians need practical instruction on how to meaningfully engage in ongoing quality improvement (QI) in a way that minimizes jargon and administrative burden and maximizes engagement…
Posted on September 13th, 2019 by Bill Sivarais
Based on a review of the literature and member surveys that we have done, physicians need practical instruction on how to meaningfully engage in ongoing quality improvement (QI) in a way that minimizes jargon and administrative burden and maximizes engagement…
Posted on September 13th, 2019 by Bill Sivarais
Based on a review of the literature and member surveys that we have done, physicians need practical instruction on how to meaningfully engage in ongoing quality improvement (QI) in a way that minimizes jargon and administrative burden and maximizes engagement…
Posted on September 13th, 2019 by Bill Sivarais
Based on a review of the literature and member surveys that we have done, physicians need practical instruction on how to meaningfully engage in ongoing quality improvement (QI) in a way that minimizes jargon and administrative burden and maximizes engagement…
Posted on August 16th, 2019 by Bill Sivarais
In 2014, clinicians, patients, caregivers, health system leaders, payers, and funders from across the country came together to identify the key problems facing older adults with multiple chronic conditions. Their charge was to propose feasible and effective strategies for improving…