PROGRAM CHAIR
R. James White, MD, PhD
Professor of Medicine, Pharmacology and Physiology
Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
URMC Pulmonary Hypertension Program
University of Rochester Medical Center
Rochester, NY
TARGET AUDIENCE
This activity is intended to meet the educational needs of fellows and early career physicians who manage adult patients with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH).
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Describe the role of the NO–sGC–cGMP signaling pathway in the etiopathogenesis and progression of pulmonary arterial hypertension Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
- Explain results from studies of therapies targeting the NO–sGC–cGMP signaling pathway for the treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
- Identify evidence-based strategies for assessing risk and utilizing combination and treatment transition protocols in the most optimal manner of management
JOINT ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
In support of improving patient care, Med Learning Group is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
PHYSICIAN CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT
Med Learning Group designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the enduring activity.
NURSES (ANCC) CREDIT DESIGNATION
Med Learning Group designates this activity for a maximum of 0.5 ANCC contact hours.
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DISCLOSURE OF RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIPS
| R. James White, MD | Consulting Fees | Merck |
| Contracted Research | Merck, United Therapeutics, Gossamer, and Liquidia. |
All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.
Content Review
The content of this activity was independently peer reviewed by a physician and nurse reviewer.
Individuals in Control of the Content of the Activity
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- Arpan Patel, MD, has nothing to disclose.
- Sarah Milano, RN, MSN, has nothing to disclose.
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METHOD OF PARTICIPATION
There are no fees for participating and receiving CE credit for this activity. In order to obtain your certificate for the mentioned accreditation, participants need to successfully complete the associated pre/post activities and evaluation. Your certificate will be provided as a downloadable file.
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RELEASED DATE: August 21, 2024
EXPIRATION DATE: August 21, 2025
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