CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION
This conference on Obstetrics & Gynecology has been designed for physicians, certified nurse midwives, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses and other health care professionals who face ever increasing challenges
in the clinical diagnoses, treatment options, and new
technologies involved in OB/GYN.
The goal of this conference is to provide a comprehensive update and review on current issues in obstetrics &
gynecology. Emphasis will be placed on practical
application of evidence-based presentations. In addition
to didactic lectures, ample time has been allotted for
participant feedback and interaction.
Conference topics have been selected based on extensive target audience needs assessment data, including clinical expert input, our online needs assessment survey, and past participant stated needs.
An outstanding faculty has been selected based on their individual area of expertise, their ability to communicate evidence-based knowledge to others, their commitment to address issues of current concern, and their willingness to interact with participants.
Morning sessions and one afternoon session leave
ample time for relaxing, enjoying family and friends,
and for exploring the beauty of Big Sky and
Yellowstone National Park.
CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES
After participating in this conference, you should have an increased knowledge of, and be more competent to...
• Manage ordinary to high risk pregnancies - from
preconception care and the identification of women at
risk for preterm birth to postpartum hemorrhage and
deep venous thrombosis
• Discuss current issues of concern in the screening and
diagnosis of breast and ovarian cancer
• Cite the current data regarding uterine closure at the
time of cesarean section
• Describe who is at risk for domestic violence, better
formulate screening questions, and improve your
management and counseling of victims of domestic
violence
• Identify NICHD electronic fetal monitoring revisions
and controversies
• Describe who is at risk for experiencing peri- or
postpartum depression, premenstrual dysphoria
or perimenopausal depression
• Better manage osteoporosis and explain the benefits
of exercise during menopause
• Cite the most up-to-date information regarding
vaginitis and sexually transmitted infections
ACCREDITATION
This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME and ANCC Essentials and Standards relating to continuing medical and nursing education.
Symposia Medicus is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.
Symposia Medicus is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation (ANCC).
Participants should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Certificates of Completion/Credit will be given to
participants at the conclusion of the conference.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT
Physicians Application has been made with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) for cognates, Formal Learning.
Certified Nurse Midwives/Physician Assistants Nurse Practitioners/Nurses Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority WORKSHOPS SESSIONS
Smaller group workshop sessions will be held Friday
afternoon. These workshops will give you an opportunity
to select subjects relating to your particular area of interest and provide an opportunity for greater interaction with the faculty and other participants. Please select your workshop preferences on the conference registration form in this brochure. Space is limited, so please reserve early.
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
Each registrant will receive an extensive conference
syllabus containing pertinent information on each topic presented. In an effort to reduce the environmental impact of printing on paper, this syllabus is available on CD
(e-syllabus). You can request an e-syllabus on our
conference registration form. If you request an
e-syllabus and bring your laptop to the conference,
please be aware that there are no electrical outlets
at the conference tables. Make sure your laptop is
fully charged each day.
Extra copies of this syllabus, whether on CD or paper, are available for purchase by writing, with $45 payment to: Symposia Medicus, 399 Taylor Blvd., Suite 201, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-2287 (please refer to syllabus #1147 and indicate type of media preferred).
GROUP TOURS
Tours are planned for participants and their guests throughout the conference breaks. Additional information on the Big Sky area, our conference hotel, ground
transportation, and group tours will be sent. Information
on Yellowstone National Park can be found at www.nps.gov/yell/index.htm
Symposia Medicus designates this educational activity for a maximum of 18 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with
the extent of their participation in the activity.
The American College of Nurse Midwives and the American Academy of Physician Assistants accept Category 1 CME approval from organizations accredited
by the ACCME.
The ANCC contact hours awarded for the completion
of this educational activity is 18.
Provider also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP2335, for 21.6
contact hours.
A maximum of 2 hours in pharmacology credit for
prescriptive authority may be earned by attending this
educational conference. Sessions awarding pharmacology credit for prescriptive authority are denoted with an Rx in the schedule.