CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION The goal of this conference is to provide
a comprehensive update and review on current issues and contemporary topics in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Emphasis will be placed on practical application of
evidence-based topics. In addition to didactic lectures, ample time has been allotted for participant feedback
and interaction.
Topics in this year's conference have been selected based on extensive target audience needs assessment data, clinical expert input, and Obstetrics and Gynecology practice guidelines.
An outstanding faculty has been
assembled for this conference. Faculty are committed to providing participants with current and practical information and each member was selected based on
their individual area of expertise and
ability to communicate first-hand,
practical information. This exciting
conference will provide you with an opportunity to share current ideas with colleagues from across the country in
a stimulating, relaxing and informal
environment.
Morning sessions and one afternoon
session leave ample time for exploring Whitefish, Montana. We have also arranged a variety of group tours that allow for enjoyment of the area as well
as continued discussion relating to the conference topics.
CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES • Outline strategies to reduce
malpractice risk and improve
patient safety
• Discuss the impact of a
standardized nomenclature on
EFM interpretation
• Cite current management issues
related to abnormal Pap smears,
vaginitis, and STD's including HPV,
as well as high risk pregnancy
conditions such as preeclampsia,
hypertension & pulmonary embolism
• Better assess and interview the
victim of sexual assault
• Formulate a plan to enhance
skills toward a culturally
competent clinical practice
ACCREDITATION Symposia Medicus is accredited
by the Accreditation Council on Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing
medical education for physicians.
Symposia Medicus is accredited as
a provider of continuing education for nurses by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation (ANCC).
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT Physicians Certified Nurse Midwives & Physician Assistants 18 contact hours are awarded for the completion of this conference.
Nurses & Nurse Practitioners Provider is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP2335 for 21.6 contact hours.
Pharmocology Credit for Prescriptive Authority Participants should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in
the activity.
Certificates of Completion/
Credit will be given to
participants at the
conclusion of the conference.
ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION SESSIONS EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES GROUP TOURS
Our 15th Annual Summer Conference on Obstetrics and Gynecology has been designed for physicians, certified nurse midwives, nurse practitioners, physician
assistants, nurses and other health care professionals who face ever increasing challenges in the clinical diagnoses,
treatment options, and new technologies involved in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
At the conclusion of this conference, you should be able to:
This educational activity was planned and produced in
accordance with the ACCME and ANCC essentials and standards relating to continuing medical and nursing education.
Symposia Medicus designates
this educational activity for a maximum of 18 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Application has been made
with the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) for Cognates, Formal Learning.
The American College of Nurse Midwives and the American Academy of Physician Assistants accept Category 1 CME approval from organizations accredited by the ACCME.
The ANCC contact hours awarded for the completion of this
educational activity is 18.
A maximum of 1.25 hours in
pharmacology credit for
prescriptive authority may
be earned by attending this
educational conference.
Sessions awarding
pharmacology credit for
prescriptive authority are
denoted with an Rx.
Small group discussions will be held Friday afternoon. These "Round Table Discussion Sessions," are organized to
provide an opportunity for greater participant/faculty interaction, and will give you an opportunity to
discuss subjects relating to your
particular area of interest. You are encouraged to bring cases or issues you are confronting in your clinical practice to discuss during these sessions.
Each registrant will receive an
extensive conference syllabus
containing pertinent information
on each conference topic. Extra copies of this book are available for purchase by sending $45
payment to: Symposia Medicus, 399 Taylor Blvd., Suite 201, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-2200. (Reference book #1072).
Tours are planned for participants and their guests throughout the
conference breaks. Additional
information on Glacier National Park and the Whitefish-Flathead Lake Area, our conference hotel, airport shuttle service, and group tours will be sent to you.