Over ten percent of the U.S. population suffers disproportionate cardiometabolic risk because of their type 2 diabetes (T2DM). In light of recent data, GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) have taken on a more prominent role in T2DM management algorithms. This session will discuss how you can distinguish among GLP-1 RAs and use them in your practice to help manage the risks that these patients face beyond glucose control. A member of the Diabetes Sisters organization will also be joining us to discuss their experience with starting a GLP-1 RA as a patient.

Obesity is the most prevalent chronic disease of the modern era in the U.S. and around the world, affecting both the adult and pediatric population. Although many believe that helping patients to achieve a healthy weight is of minimal complexity, weight regulation and management is a challenging endeavor. In this talk, the faculty will explore the complexities of obesity and offer a range of strategies (behavioral, therapeutic, and surgical) to help you in the quest to address overweight and obesity in your practice.

Social technologies, such as social media and wearable devices, are increasingly prevalent in society. These technologies, and their data, can be used to help inform public health and medicine. For example, online communities can be developed and used in ways to positively change patient behaviors; data from these and other technologies can be used to monitor and predict public health outcomes, such as disease outbreaks. This talk will discuss research in these areas and how technologies can be used to predict and change health behaviors and outcomes. Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording/release on 9/10/2020, and they are subject to change as new information is published.

This presentation will provide background on the epidemiology of cancer survivorship and focus on the growing numbers of individuals with a history of cancer who are in primary care clinical practice. Dr. Ganz will discuss the common long-term and late effects of cancer treatment and what kind of follow-up care patients need, including the important role primary care providers (PCPs) can play in health promotion and disease prevention. The talk will emphasize the importance of collaboration between oncologists and PCPs in the follow-up care of cancer survivors. Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording/release on 9/10/2020, and they are subject to change as new information is published.

This session examines health disparities in the U.S. and exposes unconscious bias that affects every aspect of daily life—including the practice of medicine. Tune in as Dr. Chuck Vega provides insights that can combat bias and guide primary care providers as we strive towards an inclusive environment that encourages connection and fosters belonging, respect, and value for all.

There have been many recent advances in the medical management of dermatologic disease. This session will cover the diagnosis and management of common skin disorders and provide an update on diagnosis and therapeutics. Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording/release on 9/12/2020, and they are subject to change as new information is published.

Join Dr. Charles Vega and Ashton Hyde, Esq. for part 2 of their series on malpractice suits and medical errors in primary care. Real life patient cases provide a practical and engaging format in which to discuss what to do—and not do—in daily practice to protect your patients from medical errors and yourselves from lawsuits.

During this informative session on medical literature updates (excluding COVID-19), primary care physician, Dr. Charles Vega, will review the clinical implications of practice-changing literature that has been recently published. Topics for discussion will include: breast cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening, association between diet/exercise and cancer, vaccination updates, dietary coconut oil, milk preference in children, personal protective equipment, COPD management, deprescribing in older adults, metformin in chronic kidney disease, and medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. You don’t want to miss these updates!

This session will discuss anxiety during COVID-19. The faculty will review how to diagnose an anxiety disorder and when (and how) to intervene with both behavioral and pharmacologic treatment recommendations. Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording/release on 9/11/2020, and they are subject to change as new information is published.

In this COVID-19 panel, primary care, infectious disease, and cardiology faculty will team up to discuss the most pressing and frequently asked questions about COVID-19 and its complications. Please note that any data, indications, and guidelines presented in this activity are current as of the recording/release on 9/11/2020, and they are subject to change as new information is published.

This session will provide an overview of the health disparities related to the acceptance of vaccines among racial and ethnic groups in the US. We will discuss the historical basis for some of the apprehensions that exist in the African American community. We will look at conspiracy theories that are circulated regarding vaccines and discuss ways to reassure patients about the safety and any real risks. Finally, we will discuss best practices related to COVID-19 vaccine discussions with patients who are hesitant to accept.

During this informative session on medical literature updates (excluding COVID-19), primary care physician, Dr. Charles Vega, will review the clinical implications of practice-changing literature that has been recently published. Topics for discussion will include breast cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening, association between diet/exercise and cancer, vaccination updates, dietary coconut oil, and milk preference in children. You don’t want to miss these updates!