31st Annual Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Alumni Day Symposium: Updates in Management of Thyroid Disorders

Add to Calendar 31st Annual Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Alumni Day Symposium: Updates in Management of Thyroid Disorders 6/30/2021 7:45:00 AM 6/30/2021 12:00:00 PM America/New_York For More Details: https://rutgers.cloud-cme.com/31ENTSymposium Description: We will not be accepting any registrations after 12:00pm on Tuesday, June 29th. This activity will provide practicing clinicians with an update of the most recent advances in otolaryngology. Through lectures, case presentations, and question and answer periods, this symposium will provide an overview of the latest evidence, trends and innovations in the management of thyroid disorders. Activity DirectorDylan Roden,... Virtual false MM/DD/YYYY


Date & Location
Wednesday, June 30, 2021, 7:45 AM - 12:00 PM

Overview

We will not be accepting any registrations after 12:00pm on Tuesday, June 29th.

This activity will provide practicing clinicians with an update of the most recent advances in otolaryngology. Through lectures, case presentations, and question and answer periods, this symposium will provide an overview of the latest evidence, trends and innovations in the management of thyroid disorders.

Activity Director
Dylan Roden, MD
Assistant Professor
Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Newark, NJ

Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to:

  1. Define criteria for workup of thyroid nodules and role of genetic testing in indeterminate nodules
  2. Discuss the evaluation, clinical, and ultrasound criteria for fine-needle aspiration biopsy and interpretation of fine-needle aspiration biopsy results for the management of thyroid nodules
  3. Summarize the current strategies for treating thyroid eye disease
  4. Recognize malpractice litigation considerations and trends surrounding thyroid/parathyroid surgery
  5. Evaluate the safety and efficacy of active surveillance for low-risk papillary thyroid carcinoma
  6. Review the latest evidence on the use of radiofrequency ablation on reducing thyroid nodule volume and improving local symptoms

Registration

Symposium Fees
$45 - Physicians
$25 - Other Healthcare Professionals
No Charge - Residents/Fellows/Trainees *

*Registration must be accompanied by program director’s letter confirming resident/fellow/trainee status. Please upload your letter when registering or email it to [email protected].

Registration fee includes continuing education credits and course material. Registration for the symposium can only be accepted through our secure online website until June 28, 2021 at 12:00pm. Registration will not be confirmed until payment is received.  If payment is not received in time for the activity, Rutgers reserves the right to cancel the registration.

Pre-registration is required.

Confirmation
Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email. As the activity date approaches, you will receive additional information to assist you with your plans to participate in the activity.

Cancellation/Refund
A full refund, less a $25 cancellation fee, will be granted if notice is received no later than June 29, 2020. Refunds will not be issued for any cancellation received after June 29, 2020 and cannot be given for no shows. To cancel, please contact CCOE by email at [email protected].

For additional information, questions or concerns, please contact Rhea Daniels by telephone at 973-972-4588 or by email at [email protected].

Rutgers reserves the right to modify program content, faculty and program activities. It also reserves the right to cancel the activity if necessary. If the activity is cancelled, liability is limited to the registration fee.



Accreditation and Credit Designation

In support of improving patient care, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Physicians: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Advanced Practice Nurses, Nurses and Physician Assistants may participate in this educational activity and earn a letter of attendance as AANP, ANCC and AAPA accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ through their reciprocity agreements.

Method of Participation
In order to meet the learning objectives and receive continuing education credit, participants are required to attend the virtual program and complete the online evaluation the conclusion of the activity. A CE certificate will be emailed to participants upon completion of the online evaluation survey. 

Credits
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (4.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (4.00 hours)