Austin, TX CME Conference

Skin cancer is on the rise. 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer over their lifetime. It is important to know what signs and symptoms to look for in different types of skin cancer and to be familiar with common benign neoplasms. This lecture is very visual and will include numerous photos to help attendees recognize these lesions. We will also utilize what we learned from the previous lecture by describing lesions as we go along.

One of the most common and complex complaints in dermatology is itch. Learn how to approach itch in your clinic and common causes of itch. We will discuss both common and uncommon causes of itch, including atopic dermatitis, bullous pemphigoid, urticaria, id reaction, stasis dermatitis, prurigo nodularis, lichen planus, dermatitis herpetiformis, transient acantholytic dermatosis, psoriasis, and more.

We will explore various bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic infections and infestations. We will discuss the diagnosis and treatment of abscesses, tinea (capitis, corporis, pedis, cruris, unguium), molluscum contagiosum, condyloma acuminata (HPV), cellulitis, herpes simplex virus, herpes zoster virus, pediculosis (capitis, corporis, cruris), syphilis, scabies, verruca, and others. We’ll get your skin crawling!

One of the most common questions in dermatology is “how should I take care of my skin?” This lecture will review anti-aging tips, including addressing wrinkles, dark spots, and facial rashes. We will cover topical treatments, neurotoxins, microneedling, chemical peels, and fillers. Common facial rashes we will discuss include rosacea, acne, atopic dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, and tinea facei. By the end, you will feel confident you can keep your patient feeling confident in their skin!

This session will focus on non-traumatic neck pain and cervical radiculopathy. The participants will learn various exam techniques through video and a strong understanding of the neurologic anatomy associated with neck complaints. Specialized testing for cervical myelopathy will be addressed as well as a physical exam for the non-trauma neck pain patient. A brief review of the treatment modalities and radiographic findings will also be demonstrated. This presentation will assist the clinician in understanding urgent from routine pathology.

This session will address a widespread problem for many generations of patients, shoulder pain. Contrary to many patients’ beliefs, there are numerous pathologies that can affect the shoulder besides rotator cuff injuries. This presentation will assist the clinician in understanding common presentations for shoulder pain with a strong emphasis on physical exam techniques. The exam techniques will better allow the provider to understand the pathology of the complex shoulder joint. Numerous videos will be used in this presentation to teach many of the commonly used specialized shoulder examination tests and what they may imply.

Chest X-ray (CXR) is the most ordered radiologic diagnostic, yet it can be one of the most complex to understand. CXR combines organs, bones, soft tissue and comprises innumerable pathology of the cardiac, pulmonary, and gastric systems, to name a few. This presentation will break down CXR interpretation by first reviewing what is expected. Then, multiple diagramed studies will be used, and typical findings related to asthma, COPD, cardiomegaly, infiltrates, Covid, CHF, & pneumothorax. Finally, case studies will be used to enhance the learning process.

This session will be a “smorgasbord” of radiologic case studies. Numerous cases from a local emergency department will be reviewed, covering the common and not-so-common osseous diagnosis and treatment options. Topics will also include commonly diagnosed fractures, dislocations, and soft tissue abnormalities diagnosed with plain radiographs. This will be a fun participant interaction presentation.

An overview of the intersection of obesity, T2DM, and hypertension pathophysiology will set the stage for understanding how traditional and novel anti-obesity therapies impact these diseases and the cardiac implications.

Most primary care providers ask, “How can I add another disease to be treated to my already very busy schedule, especially one that is impacting so many of my patients?” This presentation will demonstrate through a case study how to integrate the treatment of obesity into primary care using evidence-based guideline treatment.

Today’s reality for pharmacology treatment of obesity on-label provides limited choices, including choices limited by cost. Experienced clinicians treating obesity recognize the value of on-label prescribing when available and appropriate but also look to off-label use of medications for obesity treatment. This presentation will briefly review current FDA-approved medicines approved for the long-term treatment of the chronic disease of obesity. The discussion will then move to the long-term use of FDA-approved short-term medications and medications known to support weight loss but do not have FDA approval for that purpose. Case studies will be utilized to demonstrate these situations.

Obesity is the most common chronic disease in the United States and is at the root of over 236 complications, including 14 obesity-related cancers. In this presentation, case studies and a review of treatment plans will be demonstrated in patients with multiple chronic diseases.

When it comes to providing respectful healthcare for individuals, we want to meet people where they are and treat the whole person. Everyone has their own unique personal and medical history, as well as gender identity and sexual orientation, which can impact the type of primary care, preventive screenings, and recommendations we make. This session will give you the tools you need to understand the evolving terms and definitions and provide respectful care to your patients.

In the age of social media and rampant misinformation, there have never been more people perpetuating sexual myths that can impact a person’s self-esteem, relationships, risks of pregnancy and STIs, as well as their enjoyment. In this session, you’ll learn the myths, the context, and how to dispel and educate your clients while normalizing their desire to understand their bodies and their sexuality. And who knows, you might even learn a few things yourself along the way.

To Sleep, perchance to Dream! Ah, if it were only that simple at Midlife for women in the perimenopausal and menopausal transition. Research is uncovering the magnitude of the issues that impact women’s lives, including mood, memory, employment, relationships, and other quality of life. In this session, you’ll learn about sleep cycles and research on the impact of hormonal changes on the brain, sleep, memory, and mood. You’ll also learn pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic strategies to provide patients that help them sleep and improve all aspects of their quality of life.

Pregnancy prevention and sexuality are enmeshed and linked. Does a person’s contraceptive have a positive or negative impact on their sexuality? Even the experts disagree, but in this session, you’ll be provided with the most up-to-date evidence-based research that will help you as you counsel your patients. We’ll tease out the variables that can impact libido or vulvar pain in some patients while having no impact in others. You’ll learn the right questions to ask and the best ways to prevent and remedy any negative effects that certain contraceptive options might have.