PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

This activity will increase healthcare providers’ knowledge of common pediatric otolaryngology conditions, adult nasal and sinus complaints, and common forms of vertigo. It will also expand participants knowledge of new technology in otolaryngology.

CURRICULAR GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

Goal: To describe the diagnosis and treatment of common pediatric otolaryngology conditions including stridor, obstructive sleep apnea, ear infection, sinusitis, and neck mass.
Upon completion of the activity, participants should be able to:
1. State the most common differential diagnosis for the above listed conditions.
2. Describe when patients with the above listed conditions should be referred to a specialist.
3. Summarize the medical and surgical treatments of the above listed conditions.

Goal: To describe the diagnosis and treatment of common adult nasal complaints including congestion, rhinitis, sinusitis, and epistaxis.
Upon completion of the activity, participants should be able to:
1. State the most common differential diagnosis for the above listed conditions.
2. Describe when patients with the above listed conditions should be referred to a specialist.
3. Summarize the medical and surgical treatments of the above listed conditions.

Goal: To describe the diagnosis and treatment of common causes of vertigo including BPPV and vestibular migraine.
Upon completion of the activity, participants should be able to:
1. State the most common differential diagnosis for vertigo.
2. List atypical symptoms of migraine which are common in the otolaryngology population.
3. Describe the treatment of BPPV.

Goal: To provide information about new technology in otolaryngology.
Upon completion of the activity, participants should be able to:
1. Describe the indications for eustachian tube dilation.
2. Define what a bone conduction hearing aid is and list its indications.
3. Describe new technology in otolaryngology and summarize its clinical application.

COMPETENCIES ADDRESSED

This educational event will address the following competencies: patient care, medical knowledge, practice-based learning, interpersonal and communication skills, interdisciplinary team skills, professionalism, and system-based practice.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This activity is designed for physicians,fellows, residents, nurses, audiologists, and other healthcare professionals who treat patients with otolaryngologic diseases.

ACCREDITATION

The Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicans should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses and other health professionals will receive a Certificate of Attendance. For information on applicability and acceptance, please consult your professional licensing board.

Loyola University of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

CONFERENCE LOCATION

Loyola University Chicago
Stritch School of Medicine
Tobin Lecture Hall, 1st Floor
2160 S. First Avenue
Maywood, Illinois 60153

FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Cindy Bailey, in the Department of Otolaryngology at Loyola University Medical Center, during business hours Monday-Friday at 708-216-4802 or email her at cbaile3@lumc.edu.