Upcoming Sessions

This presentation will focus on the initial evaluation of a transgender person. We will use a case-based discussion to highlight communication, compassion, and education. The session will also focus on initiation of hormone therapy for a patient that desires gender-affirming treatment. This presentation will be from a primary care perspective, not specialty care

Get a detailed overview of the epidemiology, natural history, and treatment guidelines for hepatitis C. Understand when to treat, treatment options in accordance with the simplified treatment guidelines provided by the AASLD, maximizing linkage to care and monitoring during and after treatment.

In this presentation you will learn about thyroid pathophysiology and common thyroid problems in the pediatric age group. You will also learn about the interpretation of thyroid labs and management of thyroid dysfunction including when to offer the treatment and how to manage ongoing treatment.

A thorough session on common STIs treatments and updates.

This lecture will provide clues to constructing a differential diagnostic scheme work in patients with joint pain, using history, physical exam and labs.

We will review the diagnosis of common anxiety disorders occurring in adolescents and young adults. We will discuss how to provide family psychoeducation, including effective parenting strategies. We will discuss the use of diagnostic assessments, practical strategies for medication management, and when to refer to mental health clinicians.

Low back pain is very common in outpatient settings. This talk uses a case-based presentation to look at some of the causes of back pain and discusses the recommended workup for low back pain. Taking a high value care approach can help reduce unnecessary procedures. Some discussion of the data for initial management of low back pain will also be discussed.

Anxiety Disorders are a common presentation in the primary care office. In this presentation, we will provide fairly quick ways to distinguish the different types of anxiety disorders and the most effective treatment approaches for each of these diagnoses.

Care for transgender adults calls for clinicians to address many medically related issues. Included among these will be glossary of terms, gender-affirming hormone therapy, fertility, contraception, cancer screenings, and comorbidities. Case studies will include a transman and a transwoman.

Low back pain is very common in outpatient settings. This talk uses a case-based presentation to look at some of the causes of back pain and discusses the recommended workup for low back pain. Taking a high value care approach can help reduce unnecessary procedures. Some discussion of the data for initial management of low back pain will also be discussed.