Primary Care Update: Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine – 12 Credits
Overview
This conference is designed to provide primary care practitioners with up-to-date, evidence-based information on commonly encountered issues in Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, while suggesting pragmatic approaches to clinical management. The discussion-based format of the conference will encourage audience participation through dynamic lectures, case-based studies, and hands-on workshops. Keynote speakers will present and critically assess recent advancements and industry updates in Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine with the goal of enhancing the knowledge-base and core competence of attendees. The successful completion of this interactive program will help you in diagnosing, treating, and prescribing the most effective courses of treatment, with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes.
Target Audience
All Physicians and other Healthcare Professionals seeking clinical information about issues in Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.
Speakers
Our presenting national faculty speakers make it their professional goals to enhance the training of primary care clinicians. This Continuing Medical Education program promises to help you learn the most current, best medicine, and techniques for making the diagnosis easier during a 20 minute office visit.
Schedule
Friday. October 18th
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM:
The Evaluation and Care of Common Shoulder Problems
Objectives: 1) Identify indications on when to refer shoulder problems for subspecialty care 2) Recognize the superficial landmarks of the shoulder during the physical examination
2:30 PM – 2:35 PM: BREAK
2:35 PM – 3:35 PM:
The Evaluation and Care of Common Shoulder Problems (Continued)
Objective: 1) Demonstrate an efficient, yet thorough, shoulder exam to identify common shoulder conditions
3:35 PM – 3:45 PM: BREAK
3:45 PM – 4:45 PM:
Update on the Knee: Evaluation and Care of Commons Sports Knee Issues – Part 1
Objectives: 1) Describe the knee joint anatomy and movement contributing to knee function 2) List the key knee exam tests for discerning common knee problems in sports 3) Identify first line treatment 4) Synthesize indications for when to refer sport knee problems to specialty care
4:45 PM – 4:50 PM: BREAK
4:50 PM – 5:50 PM:
Update on the Knee: Evaluation and Care of Commons Sports Knee Issues – Part 2
Objectives: 1) Recognize potential modifications for key knee exam tests to accommodate diverse patient population 2) Demonstrate the key knee exam tests for discerning knee problems in sports 3) Synthesize overlapping clinical tests for knee injury presentations
Saturday, October 19th
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
Sports Concussion: Current Understanding of a Complex Medical Issue
Objectives: 1) Review the current concussion care recommendations 2) Define common challenges faced in a primary care setting when caring for these patients and identify some solutions 3) Improve concussion evaluation, treatment plans, and when to refer
8:30 AM – 8:35 AM: BREAK
8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
Pediatric Sports Medicine Pearls
Objectives: 1) Describe key pediatric musculoskeletal sports medicine issues to not miss in the knee and hip 2) Develop a deeper understanding of the areas of growth plates in the pediatric anatomy in pediatric sports injury 3) Utilize key history and examination tips for adolescent athletes 4) Determine when to refer 5) Identify key risk minimization components for overuse injuries in pediatric athlete injury
9:35 AM – 9:45 AM: BREAK
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
Low Back and Hip Pain
Objectives: 1) Discuss those with back and hip pain who may be safely evaluated in a virtual setting 2) Describe the basic anatomy of the lumbar and pelvic region 3) Assess low back and hip pain with a systematic history 4) Implement a systematic physical exam of a patient’s back and hip
10:45 AM – 10:50 AM: BREAK
10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
Challenges in the Diagnosis of Upper Extremity Radicular Pain and Tingling
Objectives: 1) Describe the basic anatomy of the cervical spine and brachial plexus 2) Assess upper extremity pain and tingling with a systematic history and physical exam 3) Select physical examination and imaging tests to assist in establishing possible diagnoses, including thoracic outlet syndrome and cervical radiculopathy 4) Identify indications on when to refer these upper extremity symptoms for subspecialty care
Sunday, October 19th
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
The Evaluation and Care of Common Foot and Ankle Problems
Objectives: 1) Describe the basic anatomy and function of the foot and ankle 2) Explain the associated physical exam findings for common foot and ankle problems 3) Develop treatment plans for common foot and ankle problems
8:30 AM – 8:35 AM: BREAK
8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
The Evaluation and Care of Common Foot and Ankle Problems (Continued)
Objectives: 1) Identify indications on when to refer foot and ankle problems for subspecialty care 2) Recognize the superficial landmarks of the foot and ankle during the physical examination 3) Demonstrate an efficient, yet thorough, exam to identify common foot and ankle conditions
9:35 AM – 9:45 AM: BREAK
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
The Most Common Closed Wrist, Hand, and Finger Injuries
Objectives: 1) Describe the functional anatomy of the hand for examination and treatment 2) Synthesize first-line conservative treatment of the most common hand, wrist and finger injuries in sports 3) Determine radiographic images and indications for these injuries 4) Summarize treatment plan and indication for braces in these injuries
10:45 AM – 10:50 AM: BREAK
10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
Women’s Sports Issues
Objective: 1) Describe Relative Energy Deficiency in Sports (REDS), previously known as Female Athlete Triad (F.A.T.) 2) Identify 3 components of REDS and their implications 3) Utilize key history and examination components to consider in care 4) Identify potential areas of treatment to consider 5) Utilize postpartum recovery recommendations
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