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CME Category 1 Programs Archive 2010

All programs are held for Medical Staff at Kishwaukee Community Hospital in the Roberts Conference rooms and are video conferenced live to Valley West Community Hospital (Rooom NC), beginning at noon, unless otherwise indicated. For further information, contact Krishna P. Reddy, M.D., MBA, CME Director at KCH, or Kristin Goff at (815) 756-1521, x 153440.

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Date	Program Schedule
Jan. 5	“The High-Risk Nursery” 1) Discuss management issues of a Level II nursery. 2) Discuss transfer guidelines to a tertiary center. Jose Gonzalez, M.D. Medical Director, Division of Neonatology & Co-director, Regional Perinatal Center – Rockford Health System                    Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics – University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford                    Grantor:  None
Jan. 12	“Guidelines to Image Selection” 1) Discuss the resources that are available to physicians to guide appropriate image selection. 2) Discuss how to minimize cost through appropriate sequencing of imaging.   James Studlo, M.D. – Interventional Radiologist Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, Illinois                  Grantor:  None
Jan. 13	Oncology Grand Rounds Topics to be announced
Jan. 19	“Lumbar Spinal Stenosis” 1) Evaluate degenerative changes to the lumbar spine. 2) Discuss lumbar stenosis and neurogenic claudication. Allen Van, M.D. – Orthopedic Surgeon Van Orthopedic and Spine Surgery & Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, Illinois                                Grantor:  None
Jan. 26	“Recent Advances in Plastic Surgery” 1) Discuss an overview of recent techniques in improving patient care and outcomes with plastic surgery. Bahram Ghaderi, M.D. – Plastic Surgeon Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, Illinois Grantor:  None
Feb. 2	“Narcolepsy” 1) Discuss the epidemiology, clinical features, evaluation, and neurobiology of narcolepsy. Sunil Desai, M.D. – Pulmonary Medicine Suburban Pulmonary & Sleep Assoc., Ltd. – Westmont, IL & Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, IL                       Grantor:  None  Disclosure Information
Feb. 9	Medical Staff Meeting
Feb. 10	Oncology Grand Rounds Topics to be announced  Disclosure Information
Feb. 16	“Shoulder Arthropathy: Diagnosis and Management” 1) Discuss the differential diagnosis and management of shoulder pain and arthritis. Toni Choi, M.D. – Orthopedic Surgeon Midwest Orthopedic Institute – Sycamore, IL & Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, IL Grantor:  None     Disclosure Information
Feb. 23	“Is Your Practice Ready for Medicare Audit?” 1) Discuss the regulatory Medicare regulatory definitions of “Inpatient” and “Observation” status and how and where these definitions diverge from the clinical definitions. 2) Identify the various national programs that CMS has initiated to aggressively audit physician practices and hospitals to ensure Medicare billing and claim compliance.  3) Describe how to work with your hospital to make your physician practice compliant with Medicare regulations regarding inpatient vs. observation status. Marc Tucker, D.O. – Senior Physician Advisor Executive Health Resources – Newtown Square, PA Grantor:  None Disclosure Information
Mar. 2	“Overview of Hepatitis” 1) Discuss an overview of Hepatitis B & C, including appropriate lab tests and management aspects. David Hoffman Van Thiel, M.D. – Medical Director of Liver Transplantation, Director of University Hepatology Rush University Medical Center – Chicago, Illinois                                       This program is made possible in part by an educational grant from Genentech. Disclosure Information
Mar. 9	“Approach to Bone and Joint Infections” 1) Discuss the diagnosis and clinical management of infections in patients with bone and joint diseases. 2) Describe prophylactic antibiotic usage and address controversies in proper usage. Mia Taormina, D.O.  – Infectious Diseases Germbusters & Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, Illinois                       Grantor:  None  Disclosure Information
Mar. 10	Oncology Grand Rounds Topics to be announced  Disclosure Information
Mar. 16	Physician Round Robins
Mar. 23	“Optimal Management of Diabetes” 1) Discuss optimal management of diabetic patients with emphasis on diagnosis and glucose monitoring. 2) Discuss the appropriate use of bolus insulin in the management of patients with diabetes. Dan Valentin Mihailescu, M.D. – Assistant Professor of Medicine & Director, Diabetes Education Program University of Illinois – Chicago, Illinois                   This program is made possible in part by an educational grant from Lilly, USA, LLC. Disclosure Information
Mar. 29	“The New Staging System for Lung Cancer: A Clear View of Prognosis” (WEBINAR) 1) Distinguish the changes to the histologies included in this chapter. 2) Identify the changes to the classification of multiple tumor nodules and malignant pleural effusion. 3) Review the role of the prognostic factors, especially the pleural/elastic layer invasion. Peter Goldstraw, M.D. – Professor of Thoracic Surgery Imperial College, London – London, England                     This webinar is available for 1.0 hours of Category 1 Credit by the American College of Surgeons.
Mar. 30	“Management of Sinusitis in 2010” 1) Discuss newer trends in the management of chronic sinusitis. Joseph Scianna, M.D. - Otolaryngology Northern Illinois ENT & Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, Illinois                     Grantor:  None    Disclosure Information
April 6	“Cardiac Risk Factors” 1) Discuss the clinical, biochemical, and imaging parameters in the evaluation of cardiac risk. 2) Describe the suggested guidelines for bringing the risk down. Robert Dieter, M.D. – Assistant Professor of Medicine & Interventional Cardiologist Loyola University Medical Center – Maywood, Illinois Grantor:  None  Disclosure Information
April 13	Medical Staff Meeting
April 14	Oncology Grand Rounds Topics to be announced  Disclosure Information
April 20	“Update in Pulmonary Critical Care” 1) Discuss the practice of pulmonary medicine and critical care in the management of patients. Shih-wen Chang, M.D. – Pulmonologist Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, Illinois Grantor:  None      Disclosure Information
April 27	“Pulmonary Hypertension” 1) Review the diagnostic tests for pulmonary hypertension. 2) Discuss the recommended diagnostic approach and management aspects for patients with pulmonary hypertension. Mardi Gomberg-Maitland, M.D. – Associate Professor of Medicine University of Chicago Medical Center – Chicago, Illinois                      This program is made possible in part by an unrestricted educational grant from United Therapeutics. Disclosure Information
May 4	“Liver Transplantation” 1) Discuss patient selection criteria regarding liver transplant. 2) Describe an overview of medical care of the patients with liver transplant including rejections and infections. Joseph Ahn, M.D. – Assistant Professor of Medicine Loyola University Medical Center – Maywood, Illinois Grantor: None Disclosure Information
May 11	“Electronic Health Record in the Physicians’ Office: What Physicians Need to Know” 1) Discuss a high-level overview of the 2009 American Recovery Act and its impact on health information technology. 2) Describe “meaningful use” as defined by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. 3) Explain what is needed and how to achieve “meaningful use” of a physician office electronic health record, including Medicare payment incentives. 4) Present an update on KishHealth System’s progress towards meaningful use in the acute care setting. Heath Bell – Chief Information Officer KishHealth System Grantor: None  Disclosure Information
May 12	Oncology Grand Rounds Topics to be announced Disclosure Information
May 18	“Appropriate Selection of Antibiotics” 1) Discuss the appropriate use of antibiotics for inpatients, including pre-surgical patients. George Mejicano, M.D. – Professor of Medicine, Section of Infectious Diseases University of Wisconsin – Madison,Wisconsin Grantor: None  Disclosure Information
May 25	“Liver Cancer, Primary” 1) Review the clinical features and diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma. 2) Discuss the current status of treatment of primary liver cancer.  Howard Sankary, M.D. – Professor of Surgery & Chief Intra-Abdominal Transplantation Loyola University Medical Center – Maywood, Illinois Grantor: None Disclosure Information
June 1	“Perioperative Glucose Management” 1) Discuss the management of diabetes for better glycemic controls and better outcomes. 2) Depict an emphasis on pre-operative, intra- and post-operative glucose management.   Alaleh Mazhari, D.O. – Assistant Professor of Medicine Loyola University Medical Center – Maywood, Illinois Grantor:  Lilly USA, LLC Disclosure Information
June 8	Medical Staff Meeting
June 9	Oncology Grand Rounds Topics to be announced Disclosure Information
June 15	“COPD and Lung Transplant” 1) Discuss the diagnostic and management aspects of COPD patients. 2) Describe the selection criteria of patients for transplant.   Daniel Dilling, M.D. – Assistant Professor of Medicine & Medical Director, Respiratory Care Loyola University Medical Center – Maywood, Illinois Grantor: None                        Disclosure Information
June 22	“Review of Common Ocular Problems: How to Diagnose and Treat” 1) Describe the awareness of common ocular lesions in clinical practice. 2) Discuss the proper approach in managing such lesions. Jason Friedrichs, M.D. – Ophthalmologist DeKalb Clinic Chartered & Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, Illinois Grantor:  None    Disclosure Information
June 29	“Robotic Technology – Urologic Procedures” 1) Discuss the role of robotic (da Vinci) surgery in urologic procedures. 2) Explain the advantages and limitations of robotic (da Vinci) surgery in urologic procedures.  John Milner, M.D. – Assistant Professor of Urology & Transplantation Surgery Loyola University Medical Center – Maywood, Illinois  Grantor:  None Disclosure Information
July 6	“Hereditary Platelet Disorders: Biology, Laboratory Testing and Classification” (Category 2) Mayo Clinic DVD
July 13	Physician Round Robin
July 14	Oncology Grand Rounds Topics to be announced Disclosure Information
July 20	No CME activity, but Cardiac Rehab will be having an Open House (2nd Floor, MOB from 6:30 am - 3:00 pm)
July 27	“Breastfeeding and Maternal Medications” 1) Discuss why most medications are compatible with breastfeeding. 2) Identify ways to maximize safety, including selecting the safest drug and limiting infant exposure. 3) Identify medications to avoid because they impair milk production. 4) Identify the few categories of drugs not recommended in breastfeeding women. 5) Review recommendations for radiologic imaging in breastfeeding women. Karen Federici, M.D. – Family Practitioner Family First Physicians – Genoa, IL & Kishwaukee Community Hospital - DeKalb, IL           Grantor:  None                                         Disclosure Information
August 3	“CPOE Training (OB/Gyn, Pediatricians, Family Practitioners, Anesthesiologists)” Session 1 (12:00pm-1:00pm):  Orders and Order Sets 1) Discuss the functionality of Meditech’s Provider Order Management (POM) module. 2) Identify how to manage new and existing orders through the POM module. 3) Identify changes in departmental processes with the use of CPOE. Session 2 (1:15pm-2:15pm):  Pharmacy Orders 1) Describe how to manage new and existing Pharmacy orders. 2) Identify changes in departmental processes with the use of CPOE. Rose Jones – Clinical Informatics Analyst, IS Department & Other Qualified Instructors from IS Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, Illinois Grantor:  None
August 10	Medical Staff Meeting (Kish)
August 17	“CPOE Training (OB/Gyn, Pediatricians, Family Practitioners, Anesthesiologists)” Session 1 (12:00pm-1:00pm):  Pharmacy Orders 1) Describe how to manage new and existing Pharmacy orders. 2) Identify changes in departmental processes with the use of CPOE. Session 2 (1:15pm-2:15pm):  Orders and Order Sets 1) Discuss the functionality of Meditech’s Provider Order Management (POM) module. 2) Identify how to manage new and existing orders through the POM module. 3) Identify changes in departmental processes with the use of CPOE. Rose Jones – Clinical Informatics Analyst, IS Department & Other Qualified Instructors from IS Kishwaukee Commu
August 18	Oncology Grand Rounds  Topics:  To Be Announced
August 24	“CPOE Training (OB/Gyn, Pediatricians, Family Practitioners, Anesthesiologists)” Session 1 (12:00pm-1:00pm):  Pharmacy Orders 1) Describe how to manage new and existing Pharmacy orders. 2) Identify changes in departmental processes with the use of CPOE. Session 2 (1:15pm-2:15pm):  Orders and Order Sets 1) Discuss the functionality of Meditech’s Provider Order Management (POM) module. 2) Identify how to manage new and existing orders through the POM module. 3) Identify changes in departmental processes with the use of CPOE. Rose Jones – Clinical Informatics Analyst, IS Department & Other Qualified Instructors from IS Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, Illinois Grantor:  None
August 31	“CPOE Training (OB/Gyn, Pediatricians, Family Practitioners, Anesthesiologists)” Session 1 (12:00pm-1:00pm):  Pharmacy Orders 1) Describe how to manage new and existing Pharmacy orders. 2) Identify changes in departmental processes with the use of CPOE. Session 2 (1:15pm-2:15pm):  Orders and Order Sets 1) Discuss the functionality of Meditech’s Provider Order Management (POM) module. 2) Identify how to manage new and existing orders through the POM module. 3) Identify changes in departmental processes with the use of CPOE. Rose Jones – Clinical Informatics Analyst, IS Department & Other Qualified Instructors from IS Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, Illinois Grantor:  None
September 7	“Cardiac Catheterization Lab Update” 1) Review cardiac catheterization at KCH, including how far we have come and what is next. Asim Nisar, M.D. – Cardiologist Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, IL Grantor:  None  Disclosure Information
September 8	Oncology Grand Rounds  Topics:  To Be Announced Disclosure Information
September 14	“Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding” 1) Describe the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients with dysfunctional uterine bleeding. Paula Hobson, M.D. – Obstetrician/Gynecologist Northern Illinois Fertility & Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, IL Grantor:  None Disclosure Information
September 21	“Musculoskeletal MRI” 1) Discuss the role of musculoskeletal MRI and its appropriate use in the management of musculoskeletal diseases. Sandy Kwak, M.D. – Radiologist Aurora Radiology Consultants & Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, IL                Grantor:  None Disclosure Information
September 28	“Medical Liability Reform” 1) Discuss what is next for medical liability reform. Steven Malkin, M.D. – President Illinois State Medical Society – Chicago, IL     Grantor:  None Disclosure Information
October 5	“Ovarian Cancer” 1) Discuss the clinical evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients with ovarian malignancies. Ronald Potkul, M.D. - Professor, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology Loyola Univeristy Medical Center – Maywood, IL                         Grantor: None Disclosure Information
October 12	Medical Staff Meeting
October 19	“Hemophilia” 1) Discuss the signs, symptoms, and treatment of hemophilia. Joanna Davis, M.D. – Pediatric Hematology / Oncology University of Miami / Jackson Memorial Hospital – Miami, FL The Dannemiller Foundation will be providing the Category 1 credit for this presentation.   Disclosure Information
October 20	Oncology Grand Rounds  Topics: Carcinoma of the Breast Malignant Melanoma  Disclosure Information
October 26	KCH Physician Round Robins
November 2	“Evaluation and Diagnosis of Myocardial Infarction” 1) Update on the current management of acute myocardial infarction in the community hospital Marc Krichavsky, M.D. – Assistant Professor of Medicine Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine – Chicago, IL                        Grantor:  None Disclosure Information
November 9	“Tinnitus” 1) Review basic physiology of the ear 2) Review the known causes for tinnitus 3) Discuss tinnitus retraining as a strategy for treatment Joseph Scianna, M.D. – ENT, Erin Brodnick - Audiologist Kishwaukee Community Hospital – DeKalb, IL             Grantor:  None  Disclosure Information
November 10	Oncology Grand Rounds  Topics:  1. Inflammatory Breast Carcinoma 2. Ductal Carcinoma of the Breast 3. Ductal Carinoma of the Male Breast Disclosure Information
November 16	“MDS: Tailoring Treatment to Optimize Patient Outcomes” 1) Describe the classification criteria for and cytogenic abnormalities associated with MDS 2) Review standard treatment approaches for patients with MDS 3) Summarize experimental treatment approaches for patients with MDS Henry Chi Hang Fung, M.D. – Professor of Medicine Rush University – Chicago, IL
November 23	“Peritonitis and Abdominal/Pelvic Abscesses” 1) Describe the microbiology and pathophysiology of bacterial peritonitis and abdominal/pelvic abscesses 2) Discuss how to diagnose and how to properly manage patients with peritonitis and abdominal/pelvic abscesses George Mejicano, M.D. – Associate Dean for Continuing Professional Development University of Wisconsin – Madison, WI                      This program is made possible in part by an unrestricted educational grant from Merck.   Disclosure Information
November 30	“Latest in Lung Cancer” 1) Discuss the classification and diagnosis of lung cancer patients 2) Describe the role of surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy in the management of patients with lung cancer Robert Love, M.D. – Professor and Vice Chairman, Department of Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery Loyola University Medical Center – Maywood, IL                     Grantor:  None  Disclosure Information
December 7	“Boron Neutron Capture in Human Prostate Cancer Cells” 1) Discuss the research to date on "boron neutron capture treatment" for prostate cancer Linda Yasui, Ph.D, Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL                    Grantor:  None  Disclosure Information
December 14	Oncology Grand Rounds Topics : Prostate Adenocarcinoma, Metastatic Squamous Cell Carcinoma to the Neck Area, Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Tongue Disclosure Information
December 14	Medical Staff Meeting
December 21	No CME
December 28	No CME

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