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Biological Frontiers of Alcohol Addiction
May 30, 2008
This course will focus on reviewing the clinical implications of developing biological etiological models for the treatment of addiction. Topics to be covered will incorporate new research findings and will include a review of susceptibility genes related to addiction, the rapid translation of basic science to the clinic, pharmacotherapeutic strategies for treatment, and individualized approaches to the treatment of patients with addiction and comorbid psychiatric diagnoese. Outcome based research using clinical electronic databases and follow-up strategies will also be discusses. Bioethical considerations and the history of the concept of addiction as an illness will also be reviewed.
Location: Radisson Plaza Hotel
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Psychiatric Genomics: Applications for Clinical Practice
August 11 - 15, 2008
This course offers a broad array of lecture topics beginning with a review of basic genomics and progressing to clinical applications. It is designed for individuals with an interest in understanding the ways in which genes not only affect mental illness, but impact disease course and prognosis. Pharmacogenomic principles that guide the treatment of psychiatric illness will be specifically highlighted.
Nomination details on the 2008 Weinshilboum Prize in Psychiatric Pharmacogenomics. Deadline extended to May 16, 2008
Location: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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Genomics in Everyday Medical Practice
October 10 - 11, 2008
Genomic medicine is here. Are you keeping pace?
The use of genomic information has changed the practice of medicine. The primary care provider must be familiar with the latest genomic evaluations and diagnostic strategies to provide the best care for their patients. Attend this course to learn what you need to know of this rapidly changing area of primary care medicine. There is much media attention regarding genomics and "individualized medicine." Don't be stumped by patients who ask you about genetic tests and treatments that they learn about from the Internet, newspapers, or magazines. Attend this course and move into the primary care practice of genomic medicine today!
Location: Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel, Chicago, IL Meeting Location
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Justice in Medicine: How Justice Affects the Caregiver, the Patient and Society
June 24 - 26, 2009
This course will focus on the myriad elements of clinical practice that are influenced by or dependent on the ethical principle of justice.
Location: Rochester, MN (Siebens Building)
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