The Essential Roles of Gastroenterologists in Diagnosing and Managing Eosinophilic Esophagitis: How Does Your Approach Compare with the Experts’?

FACULTY

Claire Beveridge, MD
Assistant Professor
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Department of Gastroenterology
Hepatology and Nutrition
Digestive Disease Institute
Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine
Section Head, Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) Adult Clinic
Cleveland, OH

Evan S. Dellon, MD, MPH
Professor of Medicine
Director, Center for Esophageal Diseases and Swallowing
Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Chapel Hill, NC

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Along with a didactic portion and an interactive case-based simulation, this enduring activity focuses on overcoming gaps and improving incorporation of more effective strategies for managing eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). Learn more about EoE pathophysiology, understand the importance of prompt recognition of EoE including characteristic clinical signs and symptoms, and improve knowledge of the clinical profiles of newly approved and emerging biologic options for EoE and their impact on individual treatment algorithms.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of gastroenterologists, specialty nurse practitioners, and physician assistants to ensure optimal patient outcomes in the management of EoE.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon the completion of this program, attendees should be able to:

• Assess the key characteristics of EoE pathophysiology relevant to the identification of treatment targets
• Support a timely and accurate diagnosis of EoE
• Critique current standard of care therapies for EoE, evidence-based management guidelines
• Evaluate the clinical profiles of newly approved and emerging therapeutic options for EoE and their impact on treatment algorithms
• Develop individualized management plans for patients with EoE that reduce the risk of disease progression and improve quality of life
• Facilitate optimal care for patients with EoE by working collaboratively with additional HCPs

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 Credit^TM. 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 enduring activity for a maximum of 1.0 ANCC contact hour.

DISCLOSURE POLICY STATEMENT

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DISCLOSURE OF RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIPS

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.
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• Joan Duer-Hefele, RN, MA, CCRC, has nothing to disclose.
• A medical reviewer from CME Peer Review LLC, has nothing to disclose.
• Anita Misra-Press, PhD, Medical Director for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
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• Russie Allen, Accreditation and Outcomes Manager, has nothing to disclose.
• Felecia Beachum, Sr. Program Manager for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
• Naomi De Brito, Associate Program Manager 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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RELEASED DATE: July 12, 2024
EXPIRATION DATE: July 12, 2025