In this episode, learn how early and sustained HBV care can be enhanced by expanding the role of primary care providers in HBV management. Learn how to: Engage key stakeholders in the provision of HBV care​ Provide HBV management resources to support PCPs who are doing screening​ Consider specialty and primary care collaborations that empower PCPs …

In this episode, Mark S. Sulkowski, MD, FIDSA, FAASLD; Tatyana Kushner, MD, MSCE; Paul Y. Kwo, MD; and patient advocate Jacki Chen, PhD, consider barriers and solutions for more expansive HBV treatment in the United States. Topics include: Patient subgroups to consider for treatment outside guideline criteria Adverse event and cost-effectiveness co…

In this episode, Arun B. Jesudian, MD, and Mazen Noureddin, MD, MHSc, discuss the expert-informed clinical pathway for the multidisciplinary care of patients with MASLD or MASH, current and emerging therapeutics, and management optimization strategies. Presenters: Arun B. Jesudian, MD Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine Division of Gastroenter…

In this episode, Douglas Dieterich, MD, leads a panel discussion with Camilla S. Graham, MD, MPH, and Robert Wong, MD, MS, to consider advantages and barriers to universal screening for chronic HBV infection and universal HDV screening in adults with HBV in the United States. Topics include: Updated CDC recommendations for one-time universal screen…

In this episode, Renslow Sherer, MD, and Trinh P. Vu, PharmD, BCIDP, discuss strategies for managing ambulatory patients with acute or previous COVID-19 infection, including: Current COVID-19 landscape Rapid antigen tests and PCR tests Risk stratification of patients who have a positive SARS-CoV-2 test Antiviral treatment (nirmatrelvir + ritonavir,…

In this episode, Jona Tanguay, MMSc, PA-C, AAHIVS discusses considerations to review with patients to empower them to make their own informed choices in PrEP selection, including: Leveraging PrEP options with unique dosing schedules and/or routes such as long-acting cabotegravir and on-demand 2-1-1 FTC/TDF Differences in adverse effect profiles bet…

In this episode, Dr. Battista and Dr. Parsons discuss the importance of care guidelines and the multidisciplinary team in the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This overview will include: The role each member of the interdisciplinary team plays in the care of SMA including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapist…

In this episode, Julie Parsons, MD, discusses the genetic diagnosis of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), anticipated clinical findings, the importance of newborn screenings, and the next steps to consider after a positive diagnosis is obtained. This high-level overview includes: SMA as an autosomal recessive disease Differences in spinal motor neurons…

In this episode, Dr. Parsons and Dr. Battista discuss current and emerging medical therapies for the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). They review safety, efficacy, and monitoring parameters of current agents, as well as adjuct therapies in the medication pipeline. This high-level overview includes: Review of FDA-approved medical therapie…

In this episode, Vikramjit Mukherjee, MD, and Cameron Smith, MPAS, PA-C, answer audience questions on how best to care for hospitalized patients with COVID-19 from a live, virtual question and answer webinar. This episode includes expert insights on: Viral coinfections such as influenza and RSV New data comparing baricitinib and tocilizumab for pat…

In this episode, Vikramjit Mukherjee, MD, and Cameron Smith, MPAS, PA-C, answer audience questions on how best to care for hospitalized patients with COVID-19 from a live, virtual question and answer webinar. This episode includes expert insights on: Supportive care management such as oxygen support, glycemic control, and anticoagulation Escalation…

In this podcast, Susan LeLacheur, DrPH, PA-C, AAHIVS discusses racial disparities in access to HIV prevention (PrEP) and strategies to close these gaps, including: Incorporating comprehensive sexual history into medical appointments and offering PrEP to all sexually active patients Increase awareness of PrEP access programs in communities of color …

This podcast episode is part of a multimedia program reviewing the management of nontuberculous mycobacterial lung disease (NTM-LD). Tune in to hear Jennifer Faber-Gerling, RN, MS, CNS, ANP-BC, and Anne O’Donnell, MD, highlight the diagnostic criteria and optimal treatment strategies in patients with NTM-LD. The overview will include: Recommended a…

In this episode, Tracy Zivin-Tutela, MD, answers audience questions on how best to care for patients at high risk of complications due to influenza from a live virtual meeting series. This episode includes expert insights on: Emerging resistance patterns of currently used antivirals Getting the flu vaccine after treatment with antivirals Use of ant…

In this episode, Stephen Krieger, MD, and Allison Boyd, MPAS, PA-C, MSCSdiscuss the expanding treatment armamentarium for MS, the complexities involved in making treatment selection, patient factors to consider when individualizing treatment, and how best to talk with patients about their options within the context of shared decision-making. Stephe…

In this episode, Stephen Krieger, MD, and Allison Boyd, MPAS, PA-C, MSCSdiscuss timely recognition of MS, including insights into why early recognition can lead to early treatment, which can decrease the risk of disability progression and produces better outcomes. Challenges discussed include the variable clinical presentation of MS and the lack of…

In this episode, Stephen Krieger, MD, and Allison Boyd, MPAS, PA-C, MSCS discuss the challenges of managing patients with MS over the long-term, including assessment and management of comorbidities management, differentiating relapse from pseudorelapse, telemedicine, and the important role of NPs and PAs in multidisciplinary care.…

In this podcast, Jason E. Farley, PhD, MPH, ANP-BC shares his recommendations on the best ways to implement new HIV PrEP guidelines based on his clinical experiences.Av Jason Farley PhD MPH ANP-BC FAAN AACRN

In this podcast, Latesha Elopre, MD, MSPH, discusses how the new CDC recommendations on pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) education, eligibility, and monitoring affect her clinical practice. Contributors: Latesha Elopre, MD, MSPH Associate Professor Division of Infectious Diseases University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, Alabama Latesha Elopre…

In this podcast, Latesha Elopre, MD, MSPH and Jason Farley, PhD, MPH, ANP-BC, FAAN, AACRN answer pressing questions from healthcare professionals who care for patients that may be at risk for HIV infection. Presenters: Latesha Elopre, MD, MSPH Associate Professor Division of Infectious Diseases University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, Alabam…

In this podcast, Latesha Elopre, MD, MSPH discusses options for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Listen as she explains best practices for the nonpharmacologic prevention of HIV, as well as oral and injectable pharmacologic PrEP options. Presenters: Latesha Elopre, MD, MSPH Associate Professor Division of Infectious Diseases University of Alabama a…

In this podcast, Latesha Elopre, MD, MSPH discusses the new CDC guideline recommendations for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Listen as she explains the updated eligibility criteria, assessing indications for PrEP, and best practices for HIV/antibody testing. Presenter: Latesha Elopre, MD, MSPH Associate Professor Division of Infectious Diseases U…

In this podcast, Latesha Elopre, MD, MSPH discusses inequities in pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) uptake and the importance of sexual health screening. Additionally, Dr Elopre shares her best practices for receiving an adequate sexual health history from her patients. Presenters: Latesha Elopre, MD, MSPH Associate Professor Division of Infectious D…

This podcast episode is part of a multimedia program discussing the co-management of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (AD) in the primary care and specialty settings. Tune in to hear Dr Silverberg and NP Victoria Garcia-Albea highlight newly approved agents and the recent expanded labeling of an existing AD therapy, including: Ruxolitinib, a to…

In this episode, Tycel J. Phillips, MD, and Amy Goodrich, RN, MSN, CRNP-AC, provide expert insights on key data presented at ASCO 2022 for mantle cell lymphoma regarding: Results from the phase III SHINE study of the addition of ibrutinib the first-line BR followed by rituximab maintenance in older patients with MCL Updated results from the phase I…

In this episode, John M. Burke, MD, a leading expert, and Amy Esposito, FNP-C provide expert insights on key data presented at the 2022 ASCO annual conference for CLL/SLL regarding: Updated response and safety results after 3 years of follow-up from the phase II CAPTIVATE study of ibrutinib and venetoclax in patients with previously untreated CLL U…

In this episode, Julia LaBarbera, MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC, discusses the latest evidence and guidance on how advanced practice providers can optimize patient outcomes with CDK4/6 inhibitors for HR+/HER2- breast cancer. Topics include: An overview of the monarchE study leading to FDA approval of adjuvant abemaciclib Key trial data on abemaciclib, palboci…

In this episode, Sandip Patel, MD shares his thoughts on optimizing immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) therapy in advanced non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and discusses best practices for individualizing therapy decisions and managing adverse events. Topics include: Currently approved ICIs Role of biomarker and PD-L1 testing in advanced NSCLC Str…

In this episode, Brenda Martone, MSN, ANP-BC, AOCNP describes recent evidence on PARP inhibitor therapy in metastatic castrate-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) and discusses best practices for incorporating PARP inhibitors into clinical practice. Topics include: An overview of the PROpel study of olaparib and the TRITON study of rucaparib FDA-appr…

In this episode, Beth Sandy, MSN, CRNP provides her thoughts on key data presented at the 2022 ASCO annual conference relating to immune checkpoint inhibitors in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Findings covered include: Survival results after 3 years from the phase III Checkmate 9LA study of nivolumab and ipilimumab combined with 2 cycles of ch…

In this episode, David S. Kountz, MD, discusses with Keith C. Ferdinand MD, FACC, FAHA, a patient case in which health disparities affected NVAF care and provides patient, provider, and health-system level strategies to address these disparities to improve NVAF-related cardiovascular outcomes. Presenters Keith C. Ferdinand, MD, FACC, FAHA Professor…

In this episode, Keith C. Ferdinand MD, FACC, FAHA, discusses with David S. Kountz, MD, a patient case in which health disparities affected NVAF care and provides strategies to address low health literacy and patient access to direct-acting oral anticoagulant to improve NVAF-related cardiovascular outcomes. Presenters Keith C. Ferdinand, MD, FACC, …

In this podcast episode, 2 migraine experts discuss clinical pearls for individualizing migraine care from diagnosis to ongoing management. They cover patient factors to consider in the differential diagnosis, when choosing an acute treatment, and in making the decision to initiate preventive treatment. This activity is available for CE/CME credit.…

This podcast is the first in a series of 3 featuring an multidisciplinary panel of expert faculty addressing the impact of social determinants of health on NVAF and CV-related outcomes and strategies to overcome these disparities. In this episode, David S. Kountz, MD, provides a detailed explanation of the atrial fibrillation paradox and data on th…

This podcast is the third in a series of 3 featuring an expert multidisciplinary panel of faculty addressing the impact of social determinants of health on NVAF and CV-related outcomes and strategies to overcome these disparities. In this episode, Keith C. Ferdinand, MD, FACC, FAHA, details the effects of SDOH on anticoagulation prescribing in NVAF…

This podcast is the second in a series of 3 featuring an expert multidisciplinary panel of faculty addressing the impact of social determinants of health on NVAF and CV-related outcomes and strategies to overcome these disparities. In this episode, Laura Ross PA-C, CLS, dives deeper into the impacts of SODH on NVAF care and provides strategies to a…

This podcast is the last in a series of four featuring IBD Dr Nana Bernasko, DNP, CRNP, WHNP-BC. In this episode, Dr Bernasko reviews the best practices for collaborating with primary care for optimal health maintenance in IBD patients, including cancer screening, bone health, immunizations, and more. Presenter: Nana Bernasko, DNP, CRNP, WHNP-BC As…

This podcast is the first in a series of four featuring IBD specialists Drs Anita Afzali, MD, MPH, FACG, AGAF and Nana Bernasko, DNP, CRNP, WHNP-BC. In this episode, the experts discuss the importance early and accurate diagnosis and classification of IBD plays in choosing appropriate and individualized therapies for disease management. Presenters:…

This podcast is the third in a series of four featuring IBD specialists Drs Anita Afzali, MD, MPH, FACG, AGAF and Nana Bernasko, DNP, CRNP, WHNP-BC. In this episode, our panel of experts review strategies for individualizing care, medication response challenges, the use of therapeutic drug monitoring, and treatment de-escalation strategies. Present…

This podcast is the second in a series of four featuring IBD specialists Drs Anita Afzali, MD, MPH, FACG, AGAF and Nana Bernasko, DNP, CRNP, WHNP-BC. Our moderator for the series is Mr Rick Davis, PA-C. In this episode, our panel of experts review available medication options and their current place in therapy according to recent evidence and guide…

In this first of two podcasts, 2 experts in migraine provide valuable information on the differential diagnosis of migraine, including screening tools and techniques to incorporate into your practice. Additionally, they detail acute treatment options ranging from nonpharmacologic to over-the-counter to novel prescription pharmacologic therapies and…

In this second of two podcasts, 2 experts in migraine provide clinical pearls focused on preventing migraine. Listen as they discuss patient factors that indicate preventive treatment is warranted, the range of available preventive treatments and their use in practice, and strategies for engaging patients in their care. This activity is available f…

In this first of two podcasts, 2 experts discuss risk factors and current recommendations for the diagnostic workup of ITP, and share strategies for initial management of newly diagnosed disease. Topics including corticosteroid overuse, approaches to improve remission rates, and contemporary concerns with COVID vaccination will be covered.. This ac…

In this second of two podcasts, listen as 2 experts discuss novel therapies that target disease pathophysiology, with a focus on individualizing treatment to optimize outcomes for their patients with ITP. Unique considerations of the drug and surgical options are discussed. This activity is available for CE/CME credit. Claim your credit at pce.is/I…

In this second of 2 podcasts episodes on the management of painful vaso-occlusive crises in patients with sickle cell disease, listen to Alison Towerman, RN, MSN, CPNP, and Michael R. DeBaun, MD, MPH, discuss available treatment options for the prevention of painful vaso-occlusive events, and provide emergency department and outpatient setting reco…

In this first of 2 podcasts episodes, Alison Towerman, RN, MSN, CPNP, and Michael R. DeBaun, MD, MPH, discuss best practices for the management of painful vaso-occlusive crises (VOCs) in patients with sickle cell disease, review the disease pathophysiology, and provide emergency department and outpatient setting recommendations on nonpharmacologic …

In this first of two podcasts, oncologists discuss the latest evidence that informs how they select first-line treatment regimens for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer. Using cases for a patient-centered approach, they explore the recommended testing for mutations and biomarkers that impact metastatic colorectal cancer, how to plan strateg…

In this second of two podcasts, two oncologists discuss subsequent therapy for metastatic colorectal cancer, and review cases of patients with metastatic colorectal cancer to discuss testing for mutations and biomarkers, appropriate selection of treatment regimens, and management. This activity is available for CE/CME credit. Claim your credit at p…

In this podcast, Dr. Alicia Morgans discusses recent data presented at the 2022 ASCO GU Cancers Symposium, including trials evaluating the use of first-line PARP inhibitors in combination with abiraterone for mCRPC, continuation of enzalutamide after progression, and imaging modalities as predictive and prognostic biomarkers. This activity is avail…

In this second of two podcasts, an expert discuss decision making for subsequent line therapy for advanced gastric cancer, and review cases to illustrate practical considerations, followed by a question-and-answer session. This activity is available for CE/CME credit. Claim your credit at pce.is/GIGU. Contributor: David Ilson, MD Dr Ilson: consulti…