Program Overview VIRTUAL CONFERENCE This program addresses both common and
uncommon challenges in hypertension that medical practitioners face in an ACCME accredited course.
Video Access Following the program, all registrants will have access to lecture video recordings for ONE month.
Learning Objectives
Identify key mechanisms in the development of hypertension, including vascular, renal and neurohormonal pathways.
Recognize complications associated with delayed or inadequate treatment of severe hypertension.
Examine the unique considerations for diagnosing and managing hypertension in older adults.
Discuss the clinical implications and limitations of wearable BP monitors in hypertension management.
Develop patient-centered plans incorporating dietary, exercise, and stress-reduction strategies.
Describe the different classes of diuretics and their mechanisms of action
Describe emerging therapeutic modalities for hypertension, including siRNAs, aldosterone synthase inhibitors, and catheter-based renal denervation.
Joint Accreditation Statement In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and Columbia University. Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AccreditationCouncil for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Professions in scope for this activity are listed below. Amedco Joint Accreditation #4008163.
Physicians
Amedco LLC designates this live virtual activity for a maximum of 8.00AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for physicians.Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurse Practitioners The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) recognizes the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as approved accreditors and allow reciprocity for AANPCP continuing education credit.
Physician Assistants The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) states that AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ are acceptable for continuing medical education requirements for recertification for PAs. Amedco LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. PAs should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.