Jesse Lyon, PA-C

Program Description

Evaluating patients with suspected endocrine related hypertension can be difficult. This presentation will cover the important clinical clues that may present in those patients and the appropriate workup as well as preliminary treatment. Better understanding and awareness of these disorders can lead to significantly improved patient outcomes. This presentation is intended for all PAs who manage hypertension either directly or indirectly.

Learning Objectives

Recall the difference between primary and secondary hypertension; both in presentation and prevalence List the major endocrine disorders which lead to secondary hypertension Identify the causes of endocrine hypertension based on biochemical and clinical findings Explain the primary treatment approach for each cause of endocrine hypertension

Randy Danielsen, PhD, PA-C Emeritus

Program Description

Whether you are a brand-new graduate or an experienced PA looking for a new job, This presentation will share information and tips about preparing for and negotiating a reasonable professional contract in today’s complicated world.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this presentation the participants will understand: 1. Keys to successful negotiation of your contract, 2. The important components a professional contract, 3. The importance of statutes and regulations that govern your practice, 4. Practice and organizational assessment, 5. Hurdles to employment agreements, 6. The type of liability insurance, 7. Restrictive covenants, 8. Terms and termination issues,

Caitlin Haley PA-C

Program Description

Power point reviewing obstructive sleep apnea as encountered in clinical practice, and share how this knowledge can be utilized by PAs in any specialty or in primary care

Learning Objectives

Identify patients at risk of OSA Interpret overnight oximetry data as a screening tool for sleep disordered breathing Explore treatment options for OSA Review CPAP download data for clinical application / on-going management of this chronic condition

Peter Kalogerinis, DMSc, PA-C

Program Description

This talk will provide a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in headache management, including recent diagnostic techniques, treatment options, and preventive strategies. We will explore emerging therapies, such as pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, and discuss updates on the use of Botox and neuromodulation in headache treatment. The session will highlight evidence-based approaches to effectively manage various types of headaches, including migraines, tension-type headaches, and cluster headaches, aiming to enhance clinical skills and improve outcomes in headache care.

Learning Objectives

Understand the latest diagnostic techniques for identifying cluster headaches, migraines, tension-type headaches, and miscellaneous headaches. Identify emerging pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options for managing various types of headaches, including cluster headaches, migraines, tension headaches, and miscellaneous headaches. Evaluate the role of Botox and neuromodulation in the treatment of chronic headaches, with a focus on their effectiveness in different headache types. Discuss preventive strategies for reducing the frequency and severity of cluster headaches, migraines, tension headaches, and miscellaneous headaches, utilizing evidence-based interventions. Recognize key red flags in headache presentations to differentiate primary headaches from potentially serious secondary headaches. Apply current guidelines and best practices to create comprehensive headache management plans for different headache types in clinical practice. Address potential challenges and complications in treating various headache disorders and develop effective strategies to manage them.

Amanda Edmond, PA-C

Program Description

Focus primarily on new updates and treatments in the world of lung cancer. Present a case study from onset of symptoms, to diagnosis, highlighting challenges of diagnosing, to treatment choices. Give updates on lung cancer treatment options and upcoming research.

Learning Objectives

1. Challenges of diagnosing patients from a primary care standpoint 2. Treatment updates, highlighting a patient case 3. More to be updated