(tentative) 31st Annual Richard Smith Day & 7th Annual Jupiter Forum2022-05-13
This two-day course offers interactive learning formats that include debates, Q&A, case presentations, didactic lectures and group discussions. Participants will benefit from immediate feedback on where concepts and practices fit within the best evidence and standard approaches.
(tentative) April 2022: Primary Care Orthopaedics2022-04-28
The goal of this two-day course is to address the outpatient care of common musculoskeletal problems by primary care providers. The diagnosis and non-surgical management of musculoskeletal disorders will be covered in lectures, case discussions, and video demonstrations of examination and injection techniques.
175th Anniversary of the First Successful Public Demonstration of the Use of Ether for Surgical Anesthesia2021-10-15
On October 16, 1846, the first public demonstration of the use of ether as an anesthetic was performed at Massachusetts General Hospital, making pain-free surgery possible.
Adult Congenital Heart Disease: How Do We Structure Exercise Programs in This Unique Population?2021-08-12
Exercise for adults with congenital heart disease poses many unique challenges. Join Sherrin Gallagher, ACNP, AACC, as she reviews the importance of exercise and current guidelines for adults with congenital heart disease. She will also provide a patient example to demonstrate how to develop an exercise program safely.
The Myths and Facts of Gluten Related Disorders2021-08-10
Come join Maureen Leonard, MD, MMSc, and Stephanie Harshman, PhD, RD, LD, for a talk on the two most common gluten related disorders, celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity. They will review the common misconceptions, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and management of these disorders.
Nutrition Debunked2021-07-21
Have you ever read nutrition recommendations and wondered how to apply them? Join dietetic intern Alex Cauley as she discusses common nutrition misconceptions and the most effective way to improve your health through nutrition. You will learn how your diet compares to national guidelines and where to place your focus for the best results. Alex will also answer any questions you have about nutrition and help you find a balance that works best for you.
Adult Congenital Heart Disease - Tetralogy of Fallot: Anatomy and Long-Term Management2021-07-20
Join Dr. Doreen DeFaria Yeh for a talk on a common congenital heart condition called tetralogy of Fallot (TOF). In this presentation, she will review the specific medical issues that develop among children and adults born with TOF. She will also discuss how doctors monitor adult patients over their lifetime to ensure their hearts remain healthy and strong for years after surgical and catheter procedures. Patient stories will also be shared.
Reach for the Stars: Your Guide to Medication Safety2021-07-12
Join us for a free program that will engage you to be more proactive when it comes to your medications and wellbeing. Registered pharmacists Petrece Palmese, RPh, and Abhi Mehta, PharmD, MS, will discuss safe medication practices. They will also provide you with the tools to communicate more openly with your healthcare providers about your medications.
Immunotherapy and Understanding Its Side Effects2021-07-08
Immunotherapy is a cancer treatment that works by boosting the body’s immune system. Some patients achieve full remission, meaning all signs of their cancer have disappeared. However, these patients can potentially have serious side effects called immunerelated adverse events (inAEs), which can affect almost any organ. Join Dr. Kerry Reynolds as she provides an immunotherapy overview. She will also discuss the urgent need to understand how and why immune-related adverse events occur and how to best manage them.
Immunotherapy and Understanding its Side Effects2021-07-08
Join Dr. Kerry Reynolds as she provides an immunotherapy overview. She will also discuss the urgent need to understand how and why immune-related adverse events occur and how to best manage them.