Retinal disease – Old Problems, New Solutions

Friday, March 1, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PST, Pullman Regional Hospital Conference Room C and D, Pullman, WA


AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.00 hours), General Attendance (1.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.00 hours)

This will be a review of the pathophysiology of common retinal diseases and the evolution of their treatment over time.

The series offers lectures in four main categories: self-development, practice management, patient/community services and second opinion case presentations. The objective is to provide a dedicated time for effective information exchange with other health professionals to further improve patient care and personal well-being. The lecture series also provides an opportunity for participants to update current understanding of medical-based topics as well as to expand their knowledge base outside of their immediate fields. Intended audience: Medical Staff within the Pullman Regional Hospital and Clinic Network & WSU Residency Center network. This may include, but not limited to, attending physicians, resident physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, pharmacists, therapists (physical, occupational, speech, respiratory), and students.

1. Understand the pathophysiology of diabetic eye disease.
2. Be familiar with current treatments of diabetic macular edema and diabetic retinopathy.
3. Understand the pathophysiology of age related macular degeneration.
4. Be familiar with the current treatments of exudative and nonexudative macular degeneration.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) Medicine. The Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This activity meets the criteria for up to 1.00 hours of Category I CME credit to satisfy the re-licensure requirements of the Washington State Medical Quality Assurance Commission.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received in writing no less than 20 days before the course will be refunded, less a 20% administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations received after that date. Please send cancellation requests to [email protected].

WSU College of Medicine Office of Continuing Medical Education reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
 
WSU College of Medicine Office of Continuing Medical Education is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Conference Coordinator.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Friday, March 1, 2024