PROGRAM CHAIR
Warner W. Carr, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI, FACP
Allergy and Asthma Associates of Southern California,
and Southern California Research
Mission Viejo, CA
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This TeleECHO enduring program focuses on educating healthcare providers on the importance of prompt diagnosis of chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) utilizing patient clinical presentation, with consideration of clinical pathogenesis, and associated endotypes. This case-based learning program includes clinical questions on various emerging and investigational systemic therapies for CSU. The educational goal of this program is to facilitate the creation of treatment plans that are patient-specific and in accordance with clinical guidelines.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This program will meet the educational needs of dermatologists, allergists, immunologists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other healthcare providers who diagnose, treat, and/or manage patients with CSU.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon the completion of this program, attendees should be able to:
- Classify the clinical etiopathogenesis, associated endotypes, and clinical presentation of CSU for prompt diagnosis
- Investigate the latest clinical evidence on emerging and investigational systemic therapies for the treatment of CSU
- Facilitate evidence-based strategies to select treatment plans based on patient-specific factors and clinical guidelines
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 1.0 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 1.0 ANCC contact hour.
DISCLOSURE POLICY STATEMENT
In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, educational programs sponsored by Med Learning Group must demonstrate balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor. All faculty, authors, editors, staff, and planning committee members participating in an MLG-sponsored activity are required to disclose any relevant financial interest or other relationship with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) and/or provider(s) of commercial services that are discussed in an educational activity.
DISCLOSURE OF RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIPS
| Faculty Member | Disclosures |
| Warner W. Carr, MD FAAAAI, FACAAI, FACP | Discloses that he has received consulting fees from AbbVie, AstraZeneca, Hikma, Merck, Regeneron, Bryn Pharma, Merz Pharmaceuticals, Prollergy, Sanofi, and Genzyme. He has served on Speakers Bureaus for AstraZeneca, Bryn Pharma, Genzyme, Himka, Merz Pharmaceuticals, Regeneron, and Sanofi. Dr. Carr has conducted Contracted Research for Aimmune Therapeutics, Allakos, Areteia, AstraZeneca, Bellus/GSK, DBV Technologies, Dermavant, GSK, Novartis, and Pfizer. |
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
The individuals in control of the content of this activity have reported the following financial relationships or relationships to products or devices they have with ineligible companies related to the content of this CE activity:
- Matthew Frese, MBA, General Manager of Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Christina Gallo, SVP, Educational Development for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Sarah Milano, RN, MSN, has nothing to disclose.
- A medical reviewer from CME Peer Review LLC, has nothing to disclose.
- Vaidehee Deshpande, Medical Director for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Lauren Welch, MA, VP of Accreditation and Outcomes of Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Russie Allen, Accreditation and Outcomes Manager of Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Ana Maria Albino, Senior Program Manager for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Kristen Marks, Program Coordinator for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
DISCLOSURE OF UNLABELED USE
Med Learning Group requires that faculty participating in any CE activity disclose to the audience when discussing any unlabeled or investigational use of any commercial product or device not yet approved for use in the United States. During this lecture, the faculty may mention the use of medications for both FDA-approved and non-approved indications.
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.
DISCLAIMER
Med Learning Group makes every effort to develop CE activities that are science based. This activity is designed for educational purposes. Participants have a responsibility to use this information to enhance their professional development in an effort to improve patient outcomes. Conclusions drawn by the participants should be derived from careful consideration of all available scientific information. The participant should use his/her clinical judgment, knowledge, experience, and diagnostic decision-making expertise before applying any information, whether provided here or by others, for any professional use.
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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Event staff will be glad to assist you with any special needs. Please contact Med Learning Group prior to participating at [email protected].
RELEASED DATE: October 14, 2024
EXPIRATION DATE: October 14, 2025
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