Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

• Explain the impact the physician has on preventing needless work disability
• Establish how improved communications between health care provider, employer and employee (patient) contributes to optimal handling of injured or ill employees
• Assess negative impact on patient and economy that results from poor RTW management
• Demonstrate best practices and new ideas that improve RTW outcomes
• Explain the physician's role in defining appropriate disability management criteria for injured or ill employees

Attendance at this Mayo course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in this course.