OVERVIEW
This program features 3 expert faculty who will review the care of patients with bipolar disorder. In particular, the content will address specific challenges in managing bipolar disorder including differentiating bipolar disorder from other psychiatric disorders and utilizing an individualized, evidence-based approach to clinical management. Discussion of the treatment for bipolar disorder will focus on assessing treatment efficacy, medication adherence, navigating treatment side effects, and understanding how and when to switch medications.
GOAL STATEMENT
The goal of this activity is that learners will be better able to identify bipolar disorder, recognize patients who are not achieving appropriate treatment response, and optimize treatment based on the latest evidence and patient-related factors.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this activity, participants will: Have increased knowledge regarding [LIST] [ITEM]How clinical data on new treatments for bipolar disorder fits into the paradigm of care for this condition [ITEM]When to consider a treatment switch for patients with bipolar disorder [/LIST] Have greater competence related to [LIST] [ITEM]Assessment of treatment tolerability [ITEM]Developing individualized pharmacologic treatment approaches for bipolar disorder [/LIST] Demonstrate greater confidence in their ability to [LIST] [ITEM]Engage patients in shared decision-making regarding their comprehensive bipolar disorder care
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
In support of improving patient care, Medscape, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. [JALOGO] [MEDSCAPE]
[bold]For Physicians[/bold] Medscape, LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 [italic][bold]AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™[/bold][/italic]. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. [bold]For Nurses [/bold] Awarded 1.0 contact hour(s) of nursing continuing professional development for RNs and APNs.
Omni La Costa
ROOM: Costa De La Luna 4
2100 Costa Del Mar Rd
Carlsbad, CA, 92009
United States
THIS SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM IS HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PSYCHIATRY UPDATE WINTER CONFERENCE. REGISTRATION FOR THE CONFERENCE IS NOT REQUIRED IN ORDER TO ATTEND.
Supported by an independent educational grant from [bold]Alkermes, Inc.[/bold]