Jersey Shore University Medical Center ~ Hope Tower, 10th Floor
Hybrid event
Limited in-person attendance
Description:
Women, especially as they age, are significantly impacted by urinary and fecal incontinence, overactive bladder, urinary tract infections and pelvic organ prolapse, amongst other things. There are very good ways to manage these issues which patients and general providers are often unaware of, leaving patients to live with significant quality of life impairments. This conference will educate providers about these topics and available treatment options.
Target Audience:
Physicians, Nurses, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Advance Practice Nurses, Doctor of Nursing Practice, OBGYN, Urology, Urogynecology, Physical Therapists, Fellows, Residents, Medical Students/ Students
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the various approaches to surgical repair of pelvic organ prolapse along with their risks and benefits.
- Discuss evaluation and treatment options for patients with vaginal agenesis;
- Identify the risks and benefits of use of mesh in various urogynecologic procedures.
Accreditation Information
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
Hackensack Meridian Health Network is accredited by the Medical Society of New Jersey to provide continuing medical education for physicians
AMA CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT
Hackensack Meridian Health Network designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ . Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity
NURSING STATEMENT
NURSES CONTACT HOURS: NJ Board of Nursing (NJAC 13:37-5.3) states: “A registered professional nurse or licensed practical nurse may obtain continuing education hours from the following: (d)3. Successful completion of continuing medical education courses recognized by the American Medical Association, the American Osteopathic Association or the American Podiatric Medical Association: one hour for each 60 minutes of attendance” therefore, CME credits obtained today may be used in place of nursing contact hours.