|
| Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era |
 |
| 11/8/2006 - 11/8/2006 |
6:00 pm |
|
This presentation is sponsored by the National Association of Continuing Education.
Part II, Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era, focused on how a
rheumatologist should develop his/her practice to include all of the new diagnostic and
therapeutic modalities to enable the patient to be treated in one complete holistic
musculoskeletal environment. This part of the program prepared rheumatologists to
modify their practices and implement new procedures. The development of office-based
clinical research studies and the utilization and management of imaging tools including
MRI, Ultrasound, and DEXA will be presented. The integration of practice extenders
(nurse practitioners, physician assistants, clinical research coordinators) into the practice,
and the implementation of electronic medical record (EMR) systems, all important in
today’s rheumatology practice, was discussed.
Two hundred ten healthcare providers attended Rheumatology Practice in the Post
Biologic Era. Each attendee was asked to complete and return a conference satisfaction
and planning form prior to the end of the conference. This form asks attendees to
evaluate the course content, logisitics, and speakers, provide recommendations for future
CME programs, and provide information that will be used to plan and market future
programs. One hundred seventy five (83% of attendees) completed forms were received.
This report displays the data collected from this program as a whole as well as from each
Overall, attendees consistently rated the program as “excellent” with average scores
ranging from 3.4 – 4.0 on a four-point scale, in which one is “unsatisfactory” and four is
“excellent”, for each program.
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era
Dinner Meeting Programs 2006
Program Locations, Dates, and Faculty
PROGRAM DATE/LOCATION Local Rheumatology Moderators
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era
Dinner Meeting Programs 2006
At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:
Discuss new investigative methods for the diagnosis and management of
Discuss and compare new and emerging therapies for the treatment of
Discuss the management, development, and incorporation of new
diagnostic services and treatment services, and other rheumatology office
Registration and Continental Breakfast
New Diagnostic Methods and Treatment Choices in
Rheumatic Diseases (DVD Presentation)
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era (DVD
Discussion led by Local Moderator
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era
Dinner Meeting Programs 2006
Overall Results - 19 Sessions
1. Check whether you are here as a
3. How did you first hear about this conference?
Heard about it from a pharmaceutical
Heard about it from a colleague
4. Please rate your overall satisfaction with the
Overall value of this conference
Objectives of this activity were met
Quality of the information presented
Information presented was scientifically rigorous
Presentations were free of commercial bias
Content was relevant to your practice
Participation in this activity enhanced your
You will alter your practice as a result of this
Overall organization of the meeting
Usefulness of handouts in conference book
5. What attracted you most to this program?
Opportunity to earn CME/CE credits
Quality of the presenters
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era
Dinner Meeting Programs 2006
This program captured a total of 210 healthcare providers from across the country. The
chart below shows the participants by city of attendance.
Fifty-eight percent of attendees were physicians, the majority specializing in
Rheumatology. Nurses comprised 34% of attendees. The remaining 8% of attendees
were other types of health care providers including nurse practitioners and physician
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era
Dinner Meeting Programs 2006
Thirty-two percent of attendees heard about the conference through the mailed program
and 47% of attendees heard about the program from a pharmaceutical representative.
The remainder of attendees heard about the conference from a colleague (16%) or from
Attendees were asked to rate the importance of the aspects that attracted them to the
program as “Not At All Important”, “Somewhat Important”, or “Very Important”. All
aspects were rated on average as “Very Important”.
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era
Dinner Meeting Programs 2006
Attendees were asked to rate aspects of the overall conference on a four-point scale, with
one being “Unsatisfactory” and four being “Excellent”. Overall, attendees rated the
program as “Excellent”, with an average score of 3.4. Average scores for each aspect are
displayed in the chart below.
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era
Dinner Meeting Programs 2006
Attendees were also asked to rate the content of each presentation and the presentation
skills of each speaker on a four-point scale, with one being “Unsatisfactory” and four
being “Excellent”. Average scores for each presentation and speaker are displayed in the
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era
Dinner Meeting Programs 2006
Attendees were asked to recommend topics for future meetings and provide suggestions
for improving the conference. Below is a list of the suggested topics.
Ankylosing spondylitis (14)
Combination therapies with biologics
HACA problems and biologics
immune modulators in therapy for lupus
Immunizations and therapeutic
Mixed connective tissue disorders
Other infusion drugs coming out
Perioperative management of APL +
research regarding serum markers that
measure treatment success
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era
Dinner Meeting Programs 2006
Rheumatoid arthritis (16)
Updates in current topics (2)
USB cell therapy in vasculitis
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era
Dinner Meeting Programs 2006
Slides too small on screen.
I did not realize this was a DVD conference. I thought the speakers would be here.
Program was far too superficial. Much too broad a topic to cover in such a short time.
Office strategies was too ambitious although the idea was good.
Excellent choice of venue and moderator.
Dr. Calamia was an excellent moderator.
Enjoyed the presentation.
Excellent and informative conference
The moderator was an excellent speaker. Very well informed.
Great to hear what other practices are doing. Would have liked to ask speakers questions.
Really enjoyed the evening, presentations, and group participation.
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era
Dinner Meeting Programs 2006
Overall, the Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era program was successful.
The program captured a wide-range of healthcare providers from across the country.
Attendees indicated on their evaluation forms high satisfaction with the topics, speakers,
and overall quality of the conference.
Rheumatology Practice in the Post Biologic Era, presented, by Dr. Nomrna B. Gaylis, focused on how a rheumatologist should develop his/her practice to include all of the new diagnostic andtherapeutic modalities to enable the patient to be treated in one complete holistic, musculoskeletal environment. This part of the program prepared rheumatologists to modify their practices and implement new procedures. The development of office-based clinical research studies and the utilization and management of imaging tools including MRI, Ultrasound, and DEXA was presented. The integration of practice extenders (nurse practitioners, physician assistants, clinical research coordinators) into the practice and the implementation of electronic medical records (EMR) systems, all important to today's rheumatology practice, was discussed. |
Location: |
|
CME Conference
n/a
Melbourne, FL 33180
|
For more information, please contact: |
|
n/a
n/a
305-652-6676
info@rheum-care.com
|
Back to Event List
|
