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CSEM Knowledge Transfer Activities Case-Based Section 3 Programs
CSEM's Knowledge Transfer Activities (KTA) use a case-based approach, and pre- and post-tests during live, online sessions to help you assess your clinical management of important endocrine conditions.
Thursday, April 20, 2023
Managing PCOS Over the Lifespan: A Focus on the Adolescent and the Menopausal Patient
Dr. Terhi Piltonen, specialist in Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology, Finland, and Dr. Selma Witchel, Professor of Paediatrics, Pennsylvania, will lead a case-based approach to treatment of symptoms and management of health risks and comorbidities of PCOS in the adolescent and peri-menopause patient.
This self-assessment program will include pre- and post-tests using live polling during the session to allow you to claim Section 3 credits.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe the diagnostic criteria in the adolescent PCOS patient
- Discuss the treatment options for PCOS symptoms and management of health risks and co-morbidities in the adolescent PCOS patient
- Evaluate the symptoms and health risks in a peri-menopause PCOS patient
- Discuss treatment and management of PCOS symptoms, health risks and co-morbidities in the peri-menopause PCOS patient
FACULTY:
- Dr. Donna Vine, University of Alberta, Edmonton (KTA Chair, Moderator)
- Dr. Terhi Piltonen, Univeristy of Oulu, Finland (Speaker)
- Dr. Selma Witchel, UPMC Children’s Hospital, Pennsylvania (Speaker)
- Dr. Jean-Patrice Baillargeon, Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke (Panelist)
- Dr. Heidi Dutton, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa (CSEM CPD Representative)
- Dr. Elizabeth Rosolowsky, University of Alberta, Edmonton (CSEM CPD Chair)
Check Please! Endocrine Sequela of Immune Check Point Inhibitors
Dr. Rosalyn Juergens, Medical Oncologist, Hamilton, will describe endocrine side effects of immune check point inhibitors, focussing on the diagnosis and treatment of common types of endocrinopathies induced by immune check point inhibitors and the pearls and pitfalls of management.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe the mechanisms of action of, and identify common indications for immune check point inhibitors
- Recognize and diagnose endocrine complications of immune check point inhibitors
- Manage endocrine complications during and after treatment with immune check point inhibitors
FACULTY:
- Dr. Sabrina Gill, St. Paul’s Hospital, Vancouver (KTA Chair, Moderator)
- Dr. Rosalyn Juergens, McMaster, Hamilton (Presenter)
- Dr. Yuan Kong, Community Endocrinologist, Toronto (Panelist)
- Dr. Elizabeth Rosolowsky, University of Alberta, Edmonton (CSEM CPD Chair)
CSEM's 2021-2023 Knowledge Transfer Activities were planned independently by CSEM to ensure scientific integrity, objectivity and balance.
In support of our KTAs, CSEM has received unrestricted educational grants from our Advocate Sponsors Pfizer Rare Diseases and Viatris.
Diabetes & Endocrinology Research Year-in-Review 2022
December 1, 2022
Moderated by Dr. Hertzel Gerstein, this two-hour, accredited online symposium features a review of the key scientific developments in endocrinology and diabetes over the past year. Dr. Amel Arnaout, Dr. Jeremy Gilbert, and Dr. Elizabeth Rosolowsky will synthesize and discuss within the Canadian context research from major conferences such as ENDO Society, EASD and ADA.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this symposium, participants will be able to:
- synthesize key scientific developments in diabetes and endocrinology over the past year
- evaluate the relevance and implications for diabetes management within a Canadian context
- identify important elements of emerging research that can be applied to clinical practice
This learning activity was planned independently by CSEM to achieve scientific integrity, objectivity, and balance. CSEM received unrestricted educational grants from: Lilly, Novo Nordisk, Sanofi and Viatris. This activity is an accredited group learning activity under Section 1 as defined by the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada for the Maintenance of Certification Program. Approved by CSEM for a maximum of 2.0 hours.
4th Canadian Acromegaly Summit
This session was held on October 14, 2022. Please join our panel, and international expert Dr. Sebastian Neggers, as we discuss the indicators of Quality of Life and share best practices regarding the assessment and management of acromegaly patients across the lifespan!
GUEST EXPERT: Sebastian Neggers, MD, PhD, Erasmus University, Rotterdam, Netherlands
FACULTY:
- Michelle Johnson, MD, FRCPC, University of British Columbia, Vancouver (Chair)
- Toru Tateno, MD, PhD, University of Alberta, Edmonton (Co-Chair)
- Sandra Cooke-Hubley, MD, FRCPC, MSc (Med), MPH, Memorial University, St. John's (CSEM Representative)
- Elizabeth Rosolowsky, MD, MPH, FRCPC, University of Alberta, Edmonton (CSEM CPD Chair)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this continuing education program participants will be better able to:
- List key Quality of Life (QOL) indicators for people with acromegaly and how they can be managed
- Identify strategies to mitigate the impact of osteoarthritis on patient QoL
- Using a case-based approach, discuss the assessment and management of acromegaly patients across adulthood, within the context of increasing virtual care
mdBriefCase Webinar: Looking for the Zebra: ACROMEGALY, An Uncommon Cause Behind Common Conditions!
This CME course is a 30-minute program that intends to increase endocrinologists’ awareness of detecting patients with acromegaly early and minimizing the diagnostic gap. The medical information of the program will be presented by following Ruth, a patient who goes on an acromegaly journey from the development of symptoms through diagnosis and finally to treatment and follow-up. This program aims to educate endocrinologists about the consequences of delayed diagnosis of acromegaly and train them about clinical settings where seemingly common symptoms should raise concerns about acromegaly. In addition, endocrinologists will learn about the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patients with acromegaly.
FACULTY:
- Shereen Ezzat, MD, FRCP(C), FACP
- Anne-Marie Carreau, MD
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this continuing education program participants will be better able to:
- Describe the negative consequences of delayed diagnosis of acromegaly on patients’ clinical condition, quality of life, and overall survival
- Identify clinical symptoms within common conditions such as diabetes/obesity/sleep apnea that should raise concerns about acromegaly
- Summarize the diagnostic evaluation of acromegaly according to the most recent data
- Review treatment and monitoring practices for patients with acromegaly according to more recent data
- Reflect on their current practice of identifying and managing patients with acromegaly
mdBriefCase Webinar: Four Questions for Clinical Endocrinologists
Individualization of diabetes care is a hallmark of its management. As the complexity of patients with diabetes increases and with the constant new stream of published evidence, endocrinologists and diabetologists can further adapt therapy based on the need of the patients seen in clinical practice. In this webinar, international diabetes experts will review the key evidence on four topics in clinical practice. This will include the impact of obesity, stroke, and frailty on diabetes management. Experts will discuss whether metformin should still be considered the first-line treatment option while other therapies may have more significant cardiorenal benefits.
FACULTY:
- David Strain, BSc(Hons), MB. ChB., MRCP(UK), MD, FRCP(London)
- Matthias Blüher, MD
- Alice Cheng, BSc(Hons), MD
- Celine Huot, BSc(Hons), MD, FRCPC
- Roopa Mehta, MBBS, MRCP
- Saud Al Sifri, MD, FACE
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon successful completion of this continuing education module, the participant will be better able to:
- Describe the role of obesity management on improving outcomes in type 2 diabetes
- Determine the role of antihyperglycemic agents in patients with type 2 diabetes and previous stroke
- Discuss the management of diabetes in the frail older adult List the pros and cons of using metformin as first-line therapy in patients with type 2 diabetes
Hypocalcemia Revisited - A CSEM Knowledge Transfer Activity (KTA)
Tuesday, June 28, 2022, from 7:30 to 9:30 PM ET
Dr. Aliya Khan, a trailblazer in bone and mineral research, will lead a case-based approach to the urgent, emergent, and chronic management of hypocalcemia. Are you wondering what to do beyond standard treatments, including what to do in pregnancy? We’ll explore the role of active vitamin D, parathyroid hormone and PTH analogues, and calcium-sparing diuretics. Discussion will also include the role of genetics in the development of nonsurgical hypoparathyroidism and how obtaining a molecular diagnosis can guide your management approach.
This self-assessment program will include pre- and post- tests using live polling during the session to allow you to claim Section 3 credits.
FACULTY:
- Dr. Christopher Tran, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa (KTA Chair, Moderator)
- Dr. Aliya Khan, McMaster, Hamilton (Presenter)
- Dr. Elizabeth Rosolowsky, University of Alberta, Edmonton (CSEM CPD Chair)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session participants will be able to:
- Identify key considerations in the management of hypocalcemia beyond standard treatments
- Develop a rational approach to diagnosing the underlying cause of hypocalcemia, including when a genetic cause should be considered
- Understand the changes in calcium homeostasis in pregnancy and how this will impact your management of hypoparathyroidism during pregnancy
Sponsored by BridgeBio Pharma, Inc.
CSEM's 2021–2022 Knowledge Transfer Activities were planned independently by CSEM to ensure scientific integrity, objectivity and balance.
1st Annual Canadian Cushing’s Summit
Updates on the diagnosis and management of Cushing's syndrome, featuring a panel of national and international experts.
Tuesday, May 31, 2022, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM ET
Join us for the first annual Canadian online summit focusing on updates to the diagnosis and management of Cushing’s syndrome.
GUEST SPEAKERS:
- Dr. Lynnette Nieman, National Institute of Health, Bethesda, Maryland, USA
- Dr. Frédéric Castinetti, Aix Marseille Université, Marseille Medical Genetics, Marseille, FR
FACULTY:
- Dr. André Lacroix, CHUM, Montréal (Chair, Presenter)
- Dr. Fabienne Langlois, Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke (Presenter)
- Dr. Karen Gomez Hernandez, University Health Network (Presenter)
- Dr. Robert Goldberg, CSEM CPD Rep, University of Toronto (CPD Representative)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session participants will be able to:
- Describe updates on the diagnosis and management of Cushing’s disease from the Pituitary Society’s October 2021 guideline update
- Summarize the use of the desmopressin test in the investigation and follow up of Cushing’s disease
- Outline an approach to the management of mild dysregulated cortisol secretion
This program is co-developed with Recordati Rare Diseases and planned independently by CSEM to achieve scientific integrity, validity, and balance.
Diabetes & Endocrinology Research Year-in-Review 2021
December 8, 2021
Moderated by Dr. Hertzel Gerstein, this two-hour, accredited online symposium features a review of the key scientific developments in endocrinology and diabetes over the past year. Dr. Amel Arnaout and Dr. Jeremy Gilbert will synthesize and discuss within the Canadian context research from major conferences such as ENDO Society, EASD and ADA.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this symposium, participants will be able to:
- synthesize key scientific developments in diabetes and endocrinology over the past year
- evaluate the relevance and implications for diabetes management within a Canadian context
- identify important elements of emerging research that can be applied to clinical practice
This learning activity was planned independently by CSEM to achieve scientific integrity, objectivity, and balance. CSEM received unrestricted educational grants from: Lilly, Novo Nordisk and Sanofi. This activity is an accredited group learning activity under Section 1 as defined by the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada for the Maintenance of Certification Program. Approved by CSEM for a maximum of 2.0 hours.
3rd Canadian Acromegaly Summit
October 29, 2021
Maladie de Cushing : choix, défis et complications
Diagnostic, thérapies et complications difficiles dans la gestion de la maladie de Cushing
Le 7 octobre 2021
Ce séminaire en ligne sur la maladie de Cushing a porté sur les nouveaux développements en matière de diagnostic, de traitement et de stratégies de gestion.
FACULTÉ :
- Dr André Lacroix, CHUM, Montréal (Président, Comité de planification scientifique et conférencier)
- Dre Jessica MacKenzie-Feder, University of British Columbia, Vancouver (conférencière)
- Dre Fabienne Langlois, Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke (conférencière)
- Dre Karen Gomez Hernandez, University Health Network (modératrice)
- Dr Robert Goldberg, CSEM CPD Rep, University of Toronto (Représentant de la DPC)
OBJECTIFS :
À la fin de la séance, les participants pourront :
- intégrer des stratégies pour améliorer les défis dans l’investigation et diagnostique de la maladie de Cushing
- comparer et contraster les choix de thérapies et les thérapies médicales
- évaluer les complications et comorbidités possibles au fil du temps
CSEM Research and Discovery Day: From Bench to Bedside: Lessons Still to be Learned a Century After the Discovery of Insulin
October 1, 2021
A century ago, Canadian researchers Frederick Banting and Charles Best, discovered insulin working under the directorship of John Macleod at the University of Toronto; further work by James Collip led to the additional purification of insulin. With incredible speed and collaboration, insulin was ready to use to save the lives of people with Type 1 diabetes mellitus. This scientific breakthrough was one of the most important advancements in medical history.
Using this ground-breaking discovery as a framework, the symposium connected, engaged, informed and supported endocrinologists in their work as researchers and clinicians. Key developments and anecdotes from past research framed current parallels in emerging research and the current management of diabetes and comorbidities to illustrate lessons learned and the potential of future discoveries.
FACULTY:
- Dr. Gillian Booth, Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute of St. Michael's Hospital
- Dr. Greg Korbutt, Alberta Diabetes Institute, University of Alberta
- Dr. Mark Prentki, University of Montreal, Montreal Diabetes Research Center
- Dr. Ronald Sigal, Cumming School of Medicine and Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Calgary
- Dr. Donna Vine, Alberta Diabetes Institute, University of Alberta
For the AGENDA, click here.
CSEM's Research and Discovery Day has received educational grants from Novo Nordisk Canada, Lilly, and MD Financial. The Research Day is planned independently by CSEM to ensure scientific integrity, objectivity and balance.
Cushing’s Disease: Choices, Challenges and Complications
Diagnosis, Therapies and Challenging Complications in the Management of Cushing’s Disease
September 28, 2021
This online seminar on Cushing’s disease focused on new developments in diagnosis, treatment and management strategies.
FACULTY:
- Dr André Lacroix, CHUM, Montréal (Chair, Presenter)
- Dre Jessica MacKenzie-Feder, University of British Columbia, Vancouver (Presenter)
- Dre Fabienne Langlois, Université de Sherbrooke, Sherbrooke (Presenter)
- Dre Karen Gomez Hernandez, University Health Network (Moderator)
- Dr Robert Goldberg, CSEM CPD Rep, University of Toronto (CPD Representative)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session participants will be able to:
- apply strategies to mitigate challenges in the investigation and diagnosis of Cushing’s disease
- compare and contrast treatment choices and medical therapies
- assess possible complications and comorbidities over time
CSEM Knowledge Transfer Activities
May 12, 2021: KTA #3 — Challenging Diabetes: Hyperglycemia in Cushing’s and Acromegaly
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session, you will be able to:
- Describe the unique challenges of managing diabetes in Cushing’s Syndrome and acromegaly
- Describe how treatment of Cushing’s Disease and acromegaly can affect glycemia
- Apply motivational interviewing techniques to support improved health and well-being
- Recognize the importance of multi-disciplinary approach
KTA #2 — Androgen Misuse and Abuse
April 28, 2021
An interactive and in-depth discussion that featured international experts to help navigate the challenging and controversial topic.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session, you will be able to:
- Discuss laboratory features suggestive of androgen misuse/abuse
- Discuss impact of androgen misuse/abuse including hypogonadism in men
- Identify counseling strategies for patients
- Recognize key considerations for endocrinologists when consulted by family physicians
April 14, 2021: KTA #1 — Growth Hormone Deficiency: New Options for Treatment & Long-Acting Therapies
An engaging, interactive presentation and discussion on advances in growth hormone therapy.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session, you will be able to:
- Describe pediatric and adult indications for prescribing growth hormone (GH)
- Discuss barriers that limit adherence to GH replacement treatments and strategies to mitigate them
- Compare efficacy of daily treatment vs long-acting treatment
2nd Annual Canadian Acromegaly Summit: The Journey of Acromegaly Patients During the Pandemic
November 13, 2020
Part 1: Acromegaly Summit Lectures - Management of Acromegaly; Acromegaly and Psychiatric Inequality; Quality of Life in Acromegaly; Management of Patients with Acromegaly during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Part 2: Acromegaly Case Discussions:
- Case 1 — illustrated some indications for screening, broad differential diagnoses, ranging from lab issues, delayed puberty, exogenous use, early or latent acromegaly to clinically silent somatotroph adenomas
- Case 2 — illustrated medical treatment strategies (options) with an emphasis on pre-operative medical management of patients with acromegaly
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Define the best practice in the investigation and management of comorbidities in patients with acromegaly
- Recognize the psychopathology in patients with acromegaly and the gender bias
- Identify factors that contribute to the impaired quality of life in patients with acromegaly
- Appreciate the potential impact of the COVID-19 infection and the challenges associated with the care of acromegaly patients during the pandemic
Your Changing Practice: The Impact of COVID-19 on Endocrinologists — COVID-19, Adrenal Insufficiency, and Stress Management: For Your Patients (and You)
June 25, 2020
This discussion forum focused on stress management for physicians and their patients during the pandemic situation, specifically patients with adrenal insufficiency and diabetes.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Address in an empathetic way the concerns of patients living with Addison’s Disease, Hypopituitarism and Diabetes during a pandemic (fears regarding health as well as access to medications and medical resources)
- Describe sick-day dosing rules and emergency protocols
- Discuss impact of stress on patient health
- Apply strategies to maintain balance in their own lives: stress management techniques
Your Changing Practice: The Impact of COVID-19 on Endocrinologists — Virtual Care Discussion Forum
June 11, 2020
This discussion forum focused on stress management for physicians and their patients during the pandemic situation, specifically patients with adrenal insufficiency and diabetes.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe appropriately informed and optimal virtual practice
- Discuss limitations of virtual practice and recognize clues to minimize lapses in care
- Consider impacts of transitioning to and back from virtual practice — what next?
- Utilize effective communication: planning and implementation
Some Endocrine Society’s ESAP programs have been reviewed and approved by CSEM for Section 3 credits. You may claim a maximum of 40 hours. Credits are calculated automatically in MAINPORT.
Current courses in the field of Endocrinology offered by mdBriefCase are available on their website. These programs are designed to further the knowledge of healthcare professionals with the ultimate goal of improving patient care.
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