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TB Morbidity & Mortality Review: TB on the Stormy Seas
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This case-based discussion lead by TB experts provides a unique opportunity to learn about the medical management of tuberculosis. The presented cases represent those that are most complex and challenging from within the Southeastern United States. Through web-based technology, Healthcare professionals region-wide can now join the SNTC experts in medical management discussions.
Presenters: David Ashkin, Nicole Cohen
| 02/18/2014 |
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Therapeutic Drug Monitoring: Nuts and Bolts
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Despite the existence of effective TB chemotherapy, challenges remain that often prevent high cure rates, especially in patients with concurrent illness. Slow response to TB therapy may lead to prolonged infectiousness or acquired drug resistance and further burdens public health by extending treatment duration. Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) is an effective tool which allows the clinician to make informed decisions regarding the timely adjustment of drug therapy especially for those patients who are slow to respond to treatment, have drug-resistant TB, are at risk of drug-drug interactions or have concurrent diseases. In this webinar the role and indications for use of Therapeutic Drug Monitoring in complex TB patients will be discussed.
Presenter: Charles Peloquin Pharm.D., FCCP
| 01/29/2014 |
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Motivational Interviewing: Guiding Positive Change in Patient Behaviors
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Providing caring and effective services for our patients with TB can be emotionally and psychologically demanding. This is especially true as we reflect upon the link between a patient's biopsychosocial well-being and the choices they make which can directly impact their current and future health status. This interactive webinar will focus on the critical issue of healthy decision-making and change, specifically through the employment of an evidence-based practice: Motivational Interviewing (MI). Attendees of this webinar will be introduced to the foundational concepts of MI, as well as the benefits of its employment; taught skills that promote collaborative working relationships with the most challenging of patients; and provided tools that guide patients toward more positive health behavior changes. The class is designed to encourage engaged learning through the use of vignettes and real-time, online "knowledge checks".
Presented by Ann Landes, PhD
Presenter: Ann Landes
| 11/06/2013 |
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TB & Diabetes
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Diabetes has been linked to a higher risk of progression of latent TB infection to active disease. As the control of these diseases are essential public health priorities, in this webinar we look at the epidemiology of TB and Diabetes, explore the need for early detection practices for both diseases and discuss the importance of management to improve care and ultimately TB outcomes.
Presenters: Eric Houpt, MD, Richard Brostrom, MD
| 09/25/2013 |
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A Practical Approach to Using IGRA in Diagnosing TB
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Interferon Gamma Release Assays (IGRAs) have been recommended for use in the diagnosis of Latent TB Infection. Since these recommendations, much has been learned and published regarding the performance of these tests in different clinical situations. This Grand Rounds program will examine “lessons learned” from a “practical” standpoint and share experiences for enhancing the utilization of these tests. Presentation by Dr. Robert Belknap.
Presenter: Robert Belknap, MD
| 08/13/2013 |
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PPD Shortages: Is There a Solution?
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This webinar reviews the current situation concerning the national shortage of Tuberculin Skin Test Antigens including the impact this situation has on TB Control in the US as well as possible alternative recommendations for diagnosing TB Infection in varying settings and situations. The webinar includes discussions by representatives of the CDC, the NTCA and State TB programs.
Presenters: John Jereb, Jon Warkentin, Margaret Oxtoby
| 04/30/2013 |
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Tuberculosis & Transplantation - Diagnosis & Management of Donor-Derived Infection
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This presentation, provided by Dr. Michele Morris, will include an overview of the organ procurement process and the current donor screening techniques. It will outline the current status of tuberculosis in transplantation and review the historical experience with donor-derived tuberculosis. Diagnosis and management of donor-derived tuberculosis
Presenter: Michele Morris
| 03/18/2013 |
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TB Drug Shortage: The Current Problem and What States are Doing
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This Grand Rounds presentation will provide information on the current TB drug shortage. Dr. Sundari Mase will give an overview of the current situation, provide the CDC's perspective, and offer potential solutions to state’s concerns. Input from states throughout the country who are experiencing this drug shortage firsthand will be included.
Presenters: Sundari Mase, Neha Shah, Jon Warkentin, Phil Griffin, Coco Jervis
| 02/05/2013 |
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