CME Courses - Mayo Clinic in Rochester

Neurology in Clinical Practice
July 16 - 18, 2009

Neurology in Clinical Practice is a comprehensive three day course directed at practitioners who see patients with a broad range of neurologic disorders. The course is intended to provide a review of Neurology with an emphasis on case-based presentations, recent advances, and evidence-based approaches.
Location: InterContinental, Chicago, IL Meeting Location
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Internal Medicine Board Review-Certification and Maintenance of Certification
July 17 - 23, 2009

The Internal Medicine Board Review (IMBR) course, held July 18-23, 2009, is an intensive course designed to help candidates apply the"finishing touch" to their preparations for the 2009 American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) Certification and Maintenance of Certification Examinations. The course also provides a comprehensive overview of all areas in internal medicine for practicing physicians.

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Location: Siebens Building, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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Cardiology Updates in Sedona: A Weekend Review
July 24 - 26, 2009

There is explosive growth in diagnosis and treatment modalities taking place in the field of cardiovascular disease. This is creating an exciting, but challenging situation for teams taking care of patients with cardiovascular disease. The purpose of this meeting is to provide the needed information distilled in a manner that can be applied to clinical practice. The scope of the program is broad and will cover a wide spectrum of diseases ranging from ischemic heart disease to cardiovascular health.

Participants will have ample time to discuss topics with individual faculty members. Learning methods will include didactic lectures and Q & A panel discussions. No hands-on demonstrations will be provided. Detailed syllabus materials will be provided.

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Location: Sedona, Arizona Meeting Location
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Mayo Clinic 2009 EUS Course
July 30 - August 1, 2009

This course is designed to provide endsonographers, gastroenterologists, and other health care providers at all levels of experience a comprehensive multidisciplinary review of endoscopic ultrasound. Nationally renowned experts from varying fields, including Gastroenterology, Pancreatology, Hepatology, Surgery (thoracic, abdominal, colorectal), Oncology, Pulmonology, Radiology and Endosonography, will discuss the impact and role of EUS in their practice. A moderator will oversee live case demonstrations and use this opportunity for lively exchange between the faculty and course particpants. A video forum and "EUS Jeopardy Quiz" will be presented with round table discussion. Attendees will also have the opportunity for an "in-The-Room" experience that will facilitate interaciton with the faculty and enhance the overall edeucational experience. Finally, during a hands-on animal lab, the faculty will work closely with attendees to emphasize technical aspects of performing EUS and demonstrate the use of standard equipment and new devices
Location: Leighton Auditorium, Siebens Building, 2nd Flr
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Psychiatric Genomics: Applications for Clinical Practice
August 3 - 7, 2009

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.
Location: Rochester, MN
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Recognition and Treatment of Marfan Syndrome and Related Disorders: A Unique Perspective for Patients, Families & Experts
August 8, 2009

This course covers topics related to the diagnosis and management of Marfan Syndrome and related disorders. It will be held in conjunction with the 25th National Marfan Foundation Annual Conference, August 6-9, 2009. As an often non-recognized disease, this course will help physicians identify symptoms and treatment options. Awareness of the condition by primary care professionals as well as specialists facilitates early recognition and follow up of cardiac involvement that is critical to permit early surgical intervention prolonging survival.
Location: Mayo Clinic, Siebens Building, Rochester, MN
Contact: 800-462-9633 E-Mail

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Success with Failure: New Strategies for the Evaluation and Treatment of Congestive Heart Failure
August 9 - 12, 2009

The program will feature up-to-date presentations on the evaluation and treatment of congestive heart failure. New diagnostic tools, drugs, and devices will be reviewed along with their role in specific clinical situations. The program format includes interactive case-based discussions, surgical and medical perspectives, and small group sessions will ensure a lively and relevant educational opportunity for all participants.

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Location: Whistler, BC, Canada Meeting Location
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23rd Annual Echocardiographic Symposium at Vail. New Technologies, Live Scanning, and Clinical Decision Making...
August 9 - 13, 2009

This four-day symposium is an intensive and comprehensive review of state-of-the-art echocardiography to a wide variety of cardiovascular disorders and will have an emphasis on introduction of new technologies and how to use echocardiographic information for the care of our patients. The central location and presentation schedule are intended to allow the participants to balance the educational aspects of the program with a summertime family vacation in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. This symposium will stress the integration of all echocardiography techniques into the comprehensive ultrasound examination. Particular emphasis will include new technologies, Doppler hemodynamics, tissue Doppler, diastology, transesophageal echocardiography, and heart failure (myocardial and pericardial disease) including cardiac resynchronization therapy. There will be live scanning of patients with various CV disorders, which will be coordinated with Doctor Lawrence W. Gaul of the Vail Clinic. This session will emphasize the importance of comprehensive echocardiographic acquisition and management decision based on echocardiographic data.

There will be ample time each afternoon for the participant to enjoy a multitude of summertime activities in this picturesque and relaxing environment.

Teaching Material A syllabus with lecture summaries and selective reprints will be available to each registered participant along with separate handouts for the workshop sessions on basic and advanced Doppler hemodynamics will be supplied to each registrant.

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Location: Vail, Colorado Meeting Location
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Mayo Clinic Conference on Systems Engineering & Operations Research in Health Care
August 17 - 18, 2009

Two-day symposium to highlight the practical application of operations research and systems engineering methods and approaches in health care. Support and further the work of the Institute of Medicine report on the use of systems engineering in health care
Location: The Marriott Hotel, Rochester MN
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Mayo Echocardiography Review Course for Boards and Recertification
August 22 - 25, 2009

Mayo Echocardiography Review Course will provide the cardiologist, echocardiographer, cardiology fellow, and cardiac sonographer with an overview of all aspects of cardiovascular ultrasound with a practical and clinical disease orientated focus. Well-known experts in each field will give in-depth didactic lectures on state-of-the-art subjects in adult echocardiography pertaining particularly to integration of echocardiographic data into clinical practice. Each lecture will be followed by or will include multiple choice type questions and answer sessions facilitated by an instantaneous electronic audience response sytsem. Although this course is designed as a comprehensive review of echocardiography, it will also provide the cardiologist with an update on latest knowledge and advances in clinical echocardiography.
Location: Kahler Grand Ballroom, Rochester, MN
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Mayo Clinic Gastroenterology and Hepatology Board Review
September 10 - 13, 2009

This Board Review is designed to simulate board examinations in gastroenterology. The program will include relevant topics such as pathology, endoscopy, radiology and nutrition.
Location: Marriott Magnificent Mile, Chicago, IL
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Practical Surgical Pathology
September 10 - 12, 2009

The 2009 Practical Surgical Pathology conference will address common but difficult diagnostic problems encountered by the pathologist in everyday practice. Every effort will be made to present cases of common practical value. This course is designed to simulate the daily activities of the practicing surgical pathologist. The conference will offer the opportunity to review case histories, view slides by virtual microscopy, and formulate a diagnosis. The appropriate strategy will then be discussed. Audience participation is strongly encouraged. The following areas have been selected for discussion: Bone, Bone Marrow, Brain, Breast, Endocrine, ENT, Gastrointestinal, Genitourinary, GYN, Liver, Ophthalmic Pathology, Pancreas, Lymph Node, Pulmonary, Skin, Soft Tissue, and Vascular pathology.
Location: Rochester, Minnesota
Contact: 800.533.1710 E-Mail

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ERCP A-to-Z 2009: A Live-Case Course
September 17 - 18, 2009

This will be a 2-1/2 day on-site course offered to practicing gastroenterologists seeking practical knowledge and pearls regarding performance of Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). The course will be held Thursday morning through Saturday noon.
Location: Leighton Auditorium Rochester, Minnesota
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Echocardiography for the Sonographer
September 20 - 22, 2009

This course is designed to provide the sonographer with a practical review of the current uses and limitations of two-dimensional echocardiography, Doppler and color flow imaging in the assessment of adult myocardial and valvular disease. Recent advances in the field of echocardiography including the assessment of systolic and diastolic function, quantitative Doppler, and stress echocardiography will be presented. The lectures will be illustrated with digital image presentations of clinical cases in echocardiography and time has been allowed for registrants to ask questions as well as interact closely with the course faculty.
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Instructor Development: Simulation-Based Education Design and Debriefing
September 21 - 23, 2009

This course will develop instructors for simulation-based education. Through the use of hands on techniques, participants will learn the principles of simulation-based education including training methods, course design and concepts, and debriefing strategies.
Location: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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Internal Medicine Review for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants and Primary Care MDs -- A Case Study Approach to the Management of Common Problems
September 23 - 25, 2009

This annual interdisciplinary course offers participants an overview of current topics in internal medicine including interactive case studies with a computer automated audience response system. Interdisciplinary speakers present diverse clinical topics chosen for applicability to NP/PA, primary care physician practice settings. During the interactive auscultation session, participants gain experience with heart sounds utilizing a state-of-the-art infrared auscultation system.
Location: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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Pediatric Days 2009
September 24 - 25, 2009

Mayo Clinic Pediatric Days is designed to provide general pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists, family physicians, physician assistants, nurses, nurse practitioners and resident physicians with current information on a variety of medical and surgical conditions affecting infants, children and adolescents. This highly successful national continuing medical education program presents the latest advances in the field of pediatric and adolescent medicine.
Location: The Westin Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL Meeting Location
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Impairment Without Disability 2nd Annual Conference
September 24 - 25, 2009

This course will focus on the health care provider's role in effectively managing workplace disability and will include topics: medical management of behavioral health issues in the workplace; review of ACOEHM/AMA/APA disability guidelines for SAW/RTW; identifying obstacles and opportuntities-stakeholder roles and expectations; evidenced based decision making in return to work; non-compliant patients; chronic pain models
Location: Mayo Civic Center, Rochester, MN
Contact: 507-284-2126 E-Mail

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9th Annual Mayo Clinic Nutrition and Wellness in Health and Disease
September 24 - 25, 2009

Nutrition and physical activity are vital components in the promotion of health and in the treatment of disease. The 2008 Mayo Clinic Nutrition in Health & Disease conference, designed for physicians, dietitians, nurses and pharmacists, will provide a full spectrum, in-depth overview of challenging nutrition issues that clinicians encounter in the ambulatory and hospital setting. Current clinical nutrition topics will highlighted through lectures, interactive case-studies, and panel discussions. Participants will be given many opportunities for interaction with course faculty, who have been selected for their expertise, knowledge and clinical acumen.
Location: graves| 601 Minneapolis, MN Meeting Location
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Advanced Radiology Life Support (ARLS)
September 26, 2009

The Advanced Radiology Life Support (ARLS) course is designed to focus on the unique, life-threatening emergencies that occur within a radiology department. It is designed to teach prompt recognition and treatment of contrast reactions. The ARLS course will discuss management of the sedated patient, the proper management of an airway in an emergency situation and percutaneous interventions. Basic concepts of advanced life support will also be reviewed. This course is fashioned after the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) course that has been successful in teaching physicians, nurses, and allied health personnel patient management during cardiac arrest. This course will also offer self assessment modules for recertification purposes required by the American Board of Radiology.
Location: Siebens Medical Education Building, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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14th Annual Mayo Clinic Conference on Quality, Safety & Service: Focusing on Human Factors and Medical Error
September 29 - 30, 2009

The annual Mayo Clinic Conference on Quality serves as an event to share among Mayo and non-Mayo colleagues, stories and examples of improvements in patient safety, patient and employee satisfaction, improved effectiveness and efficiency. The 2009 Conference will mark the 14th year of this conference.

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Clinical and Laboratory Update in Thrombosis and Anticoagulation
October 1 - 2, 2009

This program will provide both clinically applicable and cutting edge material focused on the evalation of patients with arterial or venous thrombotic disorders. The course will refresh the basics and provide the latest information and philosophy on the evaluation and treatment of common thrombotic disorders as well as review specific aspects of uncommon thrombotic diseases. There will be emphasis on clinically applicable scenarious and ample opportunity to ask questions and discuss difficult diagnostic and management issues.

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Location: Kahler Grand Hotel, Rochester, MN
Contact: 800.533.1710 E-Mail

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Minnesota Neurosurgical Annual Meeting
October 2 - 4, 2009

Annual meeting to support and facilitate the Society's Mission: The Minnesota Neurosurgical Society's mission is to represent the interests of all board certified neurosurgeons. Minnesota, facilitate collegial interations between members, facilitate communication with national neurosurgical organizations, provide information for the public about neurosurgery and healthcare, and represent Minnesota neurosurgeons with a coherent voice in political and public forums.
Location: Madden's Resort, Brainerd, MN
Contact: 507-385-4700 E-Mail

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Annual Update in Nephrology and Kidney/Pancreas Transplantation
October 2 - 3, 2009

The Division of Nephrology and Hypertension at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, is pleased to announce the fifth “Annual Update in Nephrology and Kidney/Pancreas Transplantation” . Nephrology and Transplantation are constantly changing fields and maintaining current knowledge of these changes can be difficult. This course is intended for physicians, nurses, and mid-level providers who participate in the evaluation and care of patients with Nephrology and Hypertension problems and/or those who care for patients following kidney and/or pancreas transplantation. Through a combination of lectures and interactive discussion, this course will deliver updated and cutting edge information that can be directly integrated into clinical practice.
Location: Marriott City Centre, Minneapolis, MN
Contact: 507-266-1044 E-Mail

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Interventional Cardiology Board Review Course
October 2 - 4, 2009

This three-day course highlights interventional cardiology topics and information with practical application in studying for board certification in interventional cardiology. Topics of emphasis for board preparation will include: focused basic science, case selection and management, procedural techniques, pharmacology and imaging. For additional course details click on "Course Web Site."

To REGISTER on-line or to view course information, scroll down to Mayo Cardiology Review Courses: General Cardiolgy, Echo Focus Session, Electrophysiology, Interventional Cardiology.

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Mayo Cardiology Review Courses: General Cardiology, Echo Focus Session, Electrophysiology, Interventional Cardiology
October 2 - 10, 2009

Mayo Cardiovascular Review Course for Cardiology Boards and Recertification (CVBR) - Oct. 3-8

This course will provide the internist and cardiologist with an overview of all aspects of cardiovascular medicine. Well-known experts in each field will give in-depth didactics on state-of-the-art subjects in cardiovascular medicine. Each lecture will be followed by a multiple question and answer session with an on-line computer-response system. Although this course is designed specifically to prepare the cardiovascular specialist for the Cardiovascular Boards, it will also provide the internist or practicing cardiologist with an update on the latest knowledge and advances in cardiovascular medicine.

Special Pre-Course Session:Echo Focus Session - Oct. 2-3

Subspecialty Board Review Courses

• Interventional Cardiology (ICBR) - Oct. 2-4
• Electrophysiology (EPBR) - Oct. 8-10 (Optional Pre-Course Session Oct. 7)

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Biological Frontiers of Alcohol Addiction
October 2, 2009

This course will offer a new biological model for the treatment of addiction. Topics will incorporate new research on the biological basis for genomic subtypes of addiction. Emphasis will be on the rapid translation of basic science to the clinic, strategies for pharmacotherapy, and individualized approaches to the treatment of addictions with comorbid psychiatric diagnoses. Outcomes based research using clinical electronic databases to enhance follow-up will also be discussed as well as the bioethics and history of the concept of addiction as an illness.
Location: Geffen Auditorium, Gonda Building, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
Contact: 507-284-2312 E-Mail

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Electrophysiology Review Course for Boards and Recertification
October 7 - 10, 2009

Electrophysiology Review Course for Electrophysiology Boards and Recertification will provide the cardiologist and electrophysiologist with an overview of all aspects of cardiovascular electrophysiology. Well-known experts in each field will give in-depth didactics on state-of-the-art subjects in electrophysiology and device therpay. Each lecture will be followed by or will include multiple question and answer session with an instantaneous electronic response system. Although this course is designed specifically to prepare the electrophysiologist specialist for the Electrophysiology Boards or Recertification, it will also provide the cardiologist or practicing electrophysiologist with an update on the latest knowledge and advances in electrophysiology. The full spectrum of electrophysiology practice will be reviewed, ranging from basic arrhythmia mechanisms and pharmacology, to catheter diagnosis and therapy, and device-based treatments. For additional course details click on "Course Web Site."

Optional Pre-Course Live Cases (additional fee to attend) - Oct. 7

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Integration Through Community Laboratory Outreach
October 7 - 9, 2009

The development, implementation and growth of a successful laboratory outreach program is a critical component of health system integration. This course will present a practical approach to all aspects of developing and growing a successful laboratory outreach program. Experienced faculty will share their knowledge on how a laboratory can reach its maximum potential.
Location: Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, Orlando, Florida Meeting Location
Contact: 507-284-0286 E-Mail

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State-of-the-Art Small Bowel Imaging: Review and Hands-On Tutorial
October 9 - 11, 2009

State-of-the-Art Small Bowel Imaging: Review and Hands-on Tutorial is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of CTand MR techniques for the evaluation of small bowel disorders. World leaders in small bowel imaging will present the clinical rationale for and benefits of imaging, exam techniques and CT/MR imaging findings for a variety of small bowel disorders. State-of-the-art lectures will highlight emerging trends and developing technology currently utilized in clinical practice. Each module will be highlighted by hands-on, interactive experiences on personal laptop computer workstations with review of actual cases, from the teaching libraries developed by Mayo Clinic Radiology and GI Departments. Group and individual review of cases will be led by the faculty. Scientific sessions offered the first two days of the course will highlight ongoing research in Crohn’s disease imaging, integration of imaging into management and treatment decisions, enteroclysis technique, MR pulse sequences, and CT dose reduction and image quality.
Location: Camelback Inn, Scottsdale, Arizona
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25th Annual Echocardiography in Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Disease
October 11 - 14, 2009

The 25th Annual Echocardiography in Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Disease Symposium will focus on the basics of recognizing, understanding, and imaging patients with congenital heart disease. This year special attention will be placed on the evaluation of the patient that has had previous surgical procedure for their congenital cardiac malformation. This four-day symposium is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the anatomy, clinical aspects, imaging, and management of patients with congenital heart disease. The symposium will have a distinguished faculty of pediatric and adult congenital cardiologists, cardiac pathologists, and surgeons with expertise in treatment, diagnosis, and management of patients with congenital heart disease. The symposium will consist of lectures, video examples, workshops, and panel discussions.
Location: Leighton Auditorium, Siebens Medical Building, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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Coronary Artery Disease: Prevention, Detection and Treatment
October 19 - 21, 2009

Coronary Artery Disease: Prevention, Detection and Treatment is designed to provide practicing physicians and healthcare staff with an in-depth overview of the entire spectrum of coronary artery disease. Novel risk factors, state of the art imaging technologies and new management strategies for patients with acute coronary artery disease will be highlighted. The evolving role of revascularization, interventional cardiology, coronary surgery, and options for the management of advanced non-revascularizable coronary artery disease will be discussed. Population trends and future directions in new scientific breakthroughs such as cell therapy for patients with coronary artery disease will be reviewed.
Location: Wynn Resort - Las Vegas, Nevada
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Hospital Medicine for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants (NP/PAs)
October 22 - 24, 2009

With a decrease in residency training hours and the planned shift of physician training to the outpatient setting, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants are being asked to fill the gap of caring for the vastly growing hospitalized patient population. This annual conference has an emphasis on providing the most up to date and evidence-based guidelines and treatment pathways necessary to optimally care for hospitalized patients.
Location: Kahler Grand Hotel, Rochester, MN
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Acute Care Psychiatry Clinical Review
October 22 - 24, 2009

The aim of the course is to provide state-of-the-art education on management of acute psychiatric problems with an intended audience of psychiatrists, psychologists, and allied health along with family practice, internal medicine, and emergency department physicians.
Location: Swissotel Chicago, Chicago IL
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Clinical Reviews 2009
October 26 - 28, 2009

Clinical Reviews seeks to update physicians on the latest recommendations involving the medical subspecialties important for the primary care physician through a comprehensive program consisting of lectures, panel and roundtable discussions on problems of general interest in various areas of medicine, surgery, and pediatrics relevant to clinical practice.
Location: Mayo Civic Center, Rochester, MN
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Cases in Echocardiography: TEE, Doppler and Stress Interpretation and Clinical Decision Making for the Advanced Echocardiographer
October 28 - 31, 2009

This advanced course is designed to provide the clinician with an update on two-dimensional, Doppler, stress, and transesophageal echocardiography. It is not a “how-to” course, but instead will concentrate on the application of echocardiography in clinical decision making. The program consists of a large number of clinical cases which illustrate the problems cardiologists commonly encounter. Multiple choice questions addressing the clinical utility and limitations of echocardiography follow each case. In addition, faculty present “rapid fire” and “unknown” cases.
Location: Marriott Napa Valley Hotel, Napa, CA
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Neuroradiology: Practice to Innovation
November 2 - 6, 2009

Neuroradiology: Practice to Innovation is designed for the practicing radiologist whose work involves neuroradiology, or thos involved in the neurological sciences, neurosurgery, neurology, and/or related fields. It is intended to provide an update in new trends, relevant techniques, and applications in diagnostic and/or therapeutic neuroradiology.
Location: Four Seasons Resort, Scottsdale at Troon North, AZ
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Current Concepts in Primary Eye Care
November 5, 2009

This one-day course is designed as a continuing education course for optometry, with a balanced assessment of clinically relevant advances in eye care. The course will be taught by Mayo Clinic ophthalmologists and optometrists, and will feature lectures and interactive discussions with participating optometrists. The symposium will cover a variety of topics in contemporary eye care. The course will also feature one non-ophthalmologic Mayo Clinic physician presenting a lecture of topical interest.
Location: Mayo Clinic Rochester, Minnesota, Leighton Auditorium
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Clinical Reviews 2009
November 9 - 11, 2009

Clinical Reviews seeks to update physicians on the latest recommendations involving the medical subspecialties important for the primary care physician through a comprehensive program consisting of lectures, panel and roundtable discussions on problems of general interest in various areas of medicine, surgery, and pediatrics relevant to clinical practice.
Location: Mayo Civic Center, Rochester, MN
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Geriatric Update for the Primary Care Provider
November 12, 2009

The Division of Community Internal Medicine is pleased to offer this one-day program to provide family practitioners, internists, general practitioners, advanced nurse practitioners and physician assistants with current information on the care of the elderly, including clinical evaluation, management strategies and innovative practice models. All topics were selected for their clinical relevance. Time will be allocated for questions and discussion.
Location: Leighton Auditorium, Siebens Building
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OB/GYN Clinical Reviews
November 12 - 13, 2009

Mayo Clinic's OB/GYN Clinical Reviews will address a variety of relevant and controversial topics facing patients and their healthcare providers today. The course includes specific clinical challenges encountered in caring for women of all ages and is applicable to many practice styles and settings. Presentations will emphasize obstetrical and gynecologic standards of care and problem solving using current treatment modalities. This program is designed for practicing obstetricians, gynecologists, family practitioners, certified nurse midwives, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
Location: Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN, Phillips Hall
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19th Annual Mayo Clinic Symposium on Sports Medicine
November 13 - 14, 2009

A case-oriented program that provides an integrated approach to the injured athlete. Case presentations, lectures, video demonstrations make this course interesting to all sports medicine practitioners. Developed for health care professionals with an interest in Sports Medicine. Also of interest to athletic trainers.
Location: Rochester, MN - Kahler Grand Hotel, Heritage Hall
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Instructor Development: Simulation-Based Education Design and Debriefing
November 16 - 18, 2009

This course will develop instructors for simulation-based education. Through the use of hands on techniques, participants will learn the principles of simulation-based education including training methods, course design and concepts, and debriefing strategies.
Location: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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7th Annual Mayo Hematology 2010 For the Practicing Hematologist-Oncologist
January 13 - 16, 2010

This course will be a comprehensive review of our current understanding of patient care and evolving scientific study of patients with hematoligic malignancies.
Location: JW Marriott Camelback Inn, Scottsdale, Arizona
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Mayo Clinic Primary Care Update: Back and Neck Pain
January 21 - 23, 2010

This course is the third Primary Care Update that we have planned and executed for spine pain and this year including shoulder pain as well. The content is geared toward the primary care physician of all levels of experience as well as other musculoskeletal care providers including specialists of various training backgrounds, midlevel providers, therapists and nurses/educators. It is designed to cover the breadth of medical considerations in the adult spine and shoulder pain patient with some surgical content as well over a period of three days. The format includes lectures, independent study options, hands-on physicial examination skills training and case studies. This year we are offering two clinical tracts, one for low back pain and one for neck and shoulder pain.
Location: Disney BoardWalk Inn, Lake Buena Vista, FL
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Advanced Radiology Life Support (ARLS) Course
January 23, 2010

The Advanced Radiology Life Support Course (ARLS) is designed to focus on the unique, life-threatening emergencies that occur within a radiology department. It is designed to teach prompt recognition and treatment of contrast reactions, management of the sedated patient, the proper management of an airway in an emergency situation, and basic concepts of advanced life support. This course is fashioned after the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) course that has been successful in teaching physicians, nurses, and allied health personnel patient management during cardiac arrest. This course will offer the 2005 American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) recertification training materials. The ARLS, sedation, and BLS training materials included in this course were used to train physicians, nurses, and allied health personnel at the Mayo Clinic prior to a Joint Commission site visit. This training program may help your department for a similar evaluation. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a general self-assessment module (SAM) presented during the course. The self-assessment module has been designed to meet the standards of the American Board of Radiology (ABR) for self-assessment modules (SAMs).

This content will also be offered as part of the Advances in Diagnostic Radiology course which is being held February 14-18, 2010. See that event posting for additional details.
Location: Siebens Medical Education Building, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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Selected Topics in Internal Medicine
January 25 - 29, 2010

Selected Topics in Internal Medicine is a postgraduate course designed to update general internists, internist-subspecialists, family medicine specialists, and other primary health care providers on selected internal medicine topics. Some of the most common problems encountered in clinical practice will be represented. Presentations will be made by experts from various disciplines in internal medicine. Faculty members will be available during the break sessions to answer questions and to discuss cases with course participants
Location: Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, Waikoloa, Big Island of Hawaii Meeting Location
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Mayo Clinic Hematology Review
January 30, 2010

This one-day educational program will provide hematology and oncology clinicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants with an overview of the most recent advances in the treatment of various hematologic malignancies, based on abstracts presented at the December 2009 annual meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH). Invited speakers choose exciting and relevant abstracts presented at the ASH meeting and discuss their clinical relevance to the hematology/oncology practice.
Location: graves|601 Minneapolis, MN
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Tutorials in Diagnostic Radiology
January 31 - February 4, 2010

Tutorials in Diagnostic Radiology is a postgraduate course designed to update the diagnostic radiologist in new trends, relevant techniques, and applications in diagnostic imaging.
Location: Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui, Hawaii
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Psychiatric Pharmacogenomics
February 7 - 9, 2010

This course will assist clinicians in learning how to use new biotechnological tools to assist in the choice of the right medicine at the right dose for the right patient. Some of the biotechnologies discussed will be Cytochrome P450 testing, and understanding the genes involved in the metabolic pathways of various psychotropic drugs. Reservations--1-800-367-2323
Location: Mauna Lani Resort, Kohala Coast, HI Meeting Location
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Advances in Diagnostic Radiology
February 14 - 18, 2010

Advances in Diagnostic Radiology is a postgraduate course designed to update the diagnostic radiologist in new trends, relevant techniques, and advanced applications in diagnostic imaging. The latest advances will be emphasized and related to common problems encountered in clinical practice. A variety of didactic lectures, panel discussions, and accessible faculty members will enhance learning throughout the week
Location: Camelback Inn, Scottsdale, Arizona
Contact: 866-246-1581 E-Mail

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Pain Medicine: A State-of-the-Art Course in Pain Management for hte Non-Pain Specialist
March 4 - 6, 2010

There is an increasing need for primary care physicians to have more understanding of pain management and to be able to work in collaboration with pain management specialists and better understand how, when, and why to refer their patients for specialized pain care. This course will provide an update on critical issues in the management of chronic pain to address the national and international movement toward improved pain control in chronic non-cancer and cancer pain.
Location: Macro Island Marriott, Florida Meeting Location
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Fiftieth Annual Dental Reviews
March 26 - 27, 2010

Dental Reviews is a unique multifaceted selection of topics integrating medicine and dentistry. Presentations made by Mayo Clinic faculty along with distinguished visiting faculty will provide contemporary information and a comprehensive overview on medical and dental topics of interest to dental staff members.
Location: Mayo Civic Center - Rochester, MN
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Essentials of Radiology: A Mayo Clinic Review
April 12 - 16, 2010

Essentials of Radiology: A Mayo Clinic Review is designed for radiology residents, as well as practicing radiologists who desire a comprehensive review of diagnostic radiology and its subspecialty areas. Mayo Clinic Department of Radiology has 130 staff radiologists practicing in all radiologic subspecialties, performing over 900,000 exams each year. This volume of cases coupled with the most modern imaging techniques has allowed the Department of Radiology to compile a vast image library. The course will provide a complete review of radiologic techniques and differentials. Mayo Clinic Department of Radiology experts will conduct a series of didactic lectures combined with a thorough review of unknown cases. A unique feature of this course will be online access to the talks and syllabus. The presentations will be available on an online course web page allowing the participant to view the lectures from their laptop computer during the presentations. This will bring the images right to the participant allowing for better visualization of even the most discrete findings. Unknown cases will also be available on the course web page to allow the participant to view these prior to each section at their convenience. Access to the course web page will remain open following the course for further review and referencing.
Location: Siebens Education Building, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Contact: 866-246-1581 E-Mail

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Mayo Clinic Annual Practice of Internal Medicine
May 3 - 7, 2010

Mayo Clinic Practice of Internal Medicine, celebrating its thirty-first year, is a postgraduate course designed to provide general internists, internist-subspecialists, family medicine physicians, and other primary care professionals with a state-of-the-art update in internal medicine. The topics represent some of the most common problems encountered in clinical practice. Lectures, panel presentations, and concurrent workshops are presented by specialists from the Mayo Clinic Faculty.
Location: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
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Internal Medicine Board Review - Maintenance of Certification and Recertification
July 7 - 12, 2010

This intensive course is designed to help candidates apply the “finishing touch” to their preparations for the 2010 American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification and Recertification Examinations. The course also provides a comprehensive overview of all areas in internal medicine for practicing physicians.
Location: Siebens Building, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail

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Mayo Echocardiography Review Course for Boards and Recertification
August 21 - September 24, 2010

Review all areas of Echocardiography designed for Echo Board which takes place in May/June of each year as well as for review for practicing clinicians.
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Advanced Radiology Life Support (ARLS) Course
September 18, 2010

The Advanced Radiology Life Support Course (ARLS) is designed to focus on the unique, life-threatening emergencies that occur within a radiology department. It is designed to teach prompt recognition and treatment of contrast reactions, management of the sedated patient, the proper management of an airway in an emergency situation, and basic concepts of advanced life support. This course is fashioned after the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) course that has been successful in teaching physicians, nurses, and allied health personnel patient management during cardiac arrest. This course will offer the 2005 American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) recertification training materials. The ARLS, sedation, and BLS training materials included in this course were used to train physicians, nurses, and allied health personnel at the Mayo Clinic prior to a Joint Commission site visit. This training program may help your department for a similar evaluation. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a general self-assessment module (SAM) presented during the course. The self-assessment module has been designed to meet the standards of the American Board of Radiology (ABR) for self-assessment modules (SAMs).

This content will also be offered as part of the Advances in Diagnostic Radiology course which is being held February 14-18, 2010. See that event posting for additional details.
Location: Siebens Medical Education Building, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Contact: 866-246-1581 E-Mail

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Mayo Cardiovascular Review Course for Cardiology Boards and Recertification
September 25 - 30, 2010

A comprehensive review of all aspects of CV disease, disgned specifically to prepare applicants for the ABIM Boards.
Location: Mayo Civic Center
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Mayo Interventional Cardiology Board Review
October 1 - 3, 2010

This course is a comprehensive, topical review designed for the cardiology physician who wishes to expand a knowledge-base in interventional cardiology in preparation for board certification and improved patient care.
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Coronary Artery Disease: Prevention, Detection and Treatment
October 5 - 7, 2010

Coronary Artery Disease: Prevention, Detection and Treatment is designed to provide practicing physicians and healthcare staff with an in-depth overview of the entire spectrum of coronary artery disease. Novel risk factors, state of the art imaging technologies and new management strategies for patients with acute coronary artery disease will be highlighted. The evolving role of revascularization, interventional cardiology, coronary surgery, and options for the management of advanced non-revascularizable coronary artery disease will be discussed. Population trends and future directions in new scientific breakthroughs such as cell therapy for patients with coronary artery disease will be reviewed.
Location: Las Vegas - Location TBD
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Neuroradiology: Practice to Innovation
November 7 - 12, 2010

Neuroradiology: Practice to Innovation is designed for the practicing radiologist whose work involves neuroradiology, or those inovolved in the neurological sciences, neurosurgery, neurology, and/or related fields. It is intended to provide an update in new trends, relevant techniques, and applications in diagnostic and/or therapeutic neuroradiology.
Location: Hawaii
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OB/GYN Clinical Reviews
November 11 - 12, 2010

Mayo Clinic's OB/GYN Clinical Reviews will address a variety of relevant and controversial topics facing patients and their healthcare providers today. The course includes specific clinical challenges encountered in caring for women of all ages and is applicable to many practice styles and settings. Presentations will emphasize obstetrical and gynecologic standards of care and problem solving using current treatment modalities. This program is designed for practicing obstetricians, gynecologists, family practitioners, certified nurse midwives, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
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Geriatric Update for the Primary Care Provider
November 11, 2010

The Division of Community Internal Medicine is pleased to offer this one-day program to provide family practitioners, internists, general practitioners, advanced nurse practitioners and physician assistants with current information on the care of the elderly, including clinical evaluation, management strategies and innovative practice models. All topics were selected for their clinical relevance. Time will be allocated for questions and discussion.
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