PROGRAM CHAIRS
Joel J. Heidelbaugh, MD, FAAFP, FACG
Clinical Professor
Department of Family Medicine
University of Michigan Medical School
Ann Arbor, MI
Chuck Vega, MD, FAAFP
Health Sciences Clinical Professor
UC Irvine Department of Family Medicine
Director
UCI Program in Medical Education for the Latino Community
University of California Irvine
Irvine, CA
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This enduring activity is designed with the goal of increasing participants’ knowledge of current and emerging therapeutic options for erosive esophagitis; improving their understanding of clinical trial data on novel therapeutic options for erosive esophagitis; and helping them to encourage safe and effective management of patients with erosive esophagitis together with the multidisciplinary care team.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of primary care and internal medicine physicians and their clinical teams, including nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and pharmacists.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon the completion of this program, attendees should be able to:
- Compare the mechanisms of action of current and novel emerging therapeutic options for the treatment of patients with erosive esophagitis
- Interpret clinical trial data on novel therapeutic options for erosive esophagitis
- Facilitate the safe and effective management of patients with erosive esophagitis through participation in multidisciplinary care teams
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 virtually 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 virtually 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 |
| Joel J. Heidelbaugh, MD | Has nothing to disclose. |
| Chuck Vega, MD | Has nothing to disclose. |
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.
- Shannon Mutch MS, RN, OCN, has nothing to disclose.
- M. Susan Burke, MD, has nothing to disclose.
- A medical reviewer from CME Peer Review LLC, has nothing to disclose.
- Chris Drury, MA, MS, MBA, Medical Director for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Lauren Welch, MA, VP, Accreditation and Outcomes for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Marissa Mays-Verman, Senior Program Manager for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Alexis Klinger, Associate Program Manager for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Russie Allen, Accreditation and Outcomes Manager, 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: May 06, 2024
EXPIRATION DATE: May 06, 2025
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