A Systematic Approach to Medically Unexplained Symptoms 2024

Memo

This course will provide evidence-based strategies to address frequently encountered medically unexplained conditions. We will begin with a thorough discussion of the pathophysiological process of central sensitization; this will be followed by lectures focusing on specific medically unexplained conditions and symptoms. Each topic will utilize didactic sessions, case vignettes, clinical pearls, and formal Q/A sessions. This course will also incorporate an optional workshop on Healthy Living based on the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program one afternoon of the course. Learning Objectives- Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to: 1. Define the pathophysiological process of central sensitization2. Highlight the relationship between central sensitization and various medically unexplained symptoms3. Integrate evidence-based diagnostic and treatment strategies for fibromyalgia4. Identify effective strategies for managing chronic gastrointestinal symptoms5. Define post-COVID syndrome6. Identify strategies for effective management of post-COVID syndrome7. Integrate evidence-based diagnostic and treatment strategies for chronic fatigue syndrome Intended Audience: This course is intended for general internists, internal medicine subspecialists, family medicine physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other primary healthcare professionals who practice in or have a special interest in treating medically complex patients. Date and Time: On Wed, 07 Aug 2024 07:00 - Sat, 10 Aug 2024 13:00 Venue details: Lotte Hotel Seattle, 809 5th Avenue, Seattle, Washington, 98104, United States Prices:MD, PhD, DO, PharmD: USD 995.00,Resident, Fellow, NP, PA, Allied Health Professional: USD 925.00,*Optional* Healthy Living Workshop: USD 225.00