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A GERD Grand Prix Challenge CME/AAPA

Colorado Convention Center

Friday, May 16, 2025 | 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM TZ

Supported by an independent educational grant from Phathom Pharmaceuticals.

overview

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders. Patients with GERD experience substantial burden, and symptoms frequently persist despite ongoing treatment. In this case-based symposium, compete against your colleagues as you engage in a virtual race and unlock critical information about GERD diagnosis and management. Learn from expert faculty who will discuss the latest clinical evidence on newly approved treatments with novel mechanisms of action that can treat both erosive and nonerosive GERD. Hear from a patient who will describe their journey and challenges living with GERD. So, start your engines and join us for this engaging case challenge!

This symposium is neither supported, sponsored, nor endorsed by AAPA.

Enhance Your Experience With MedChallenge!

This event features MedChallenge, a new feature from Medscape that allows you to go head-to-head against your peers in a series of medical questions. Earn points, deepen your knowledge, and fight for the top spot on the leaderboard!

faculty

FACULTY

Joel J. Heidelbaugh, MD, FAAFP, FACG

Professor

Department of Family Medicine

University of Michigan Medical School

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Past President, American Society for Men’s Health

FACULTY

Amy Ladewski, PA-C, RD, MMS

Physician Assistant

Digestive Health Center

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Chicago, Illinois

MODERATOR

Kimberly A. Carter, DMSc, PA-C, RD

Director of Clinical Education

Associate Professor

Physician Assistant Program

Midwestern University

Glendale, Arizona

AGENDA

Welcome, Introductions, Team Assignments

Formation Lap (Miami): GERD Diagnosis and Assessment

Hot Lap (Toronto): Deep Dive Into Acid Suppressive Therapies

Checked Flag (Las Vegas) Case Cases in Context

The Finish Line: Concluding Remarks and Q&A

Enhance Your Virtual Experience With Backstage Pass! Backstage Pass provides an intimate virtual session where you can interact with faculty, address case-based questions, and facilitate relationship building.

*Video encouraged*

LOCATION

Colorado Convention Center

Mile High Ballroom 3, Denver, CO, 80202

TARGET AUDIENCE

This educational activity is intended for an audience of physician assistants, nurse practitioners, primary care physicians, gastroenterologists, and nurses in the United States.

GOAL STATEMENT

The goal of this activity is for learners to be better able to incorporate new data and treatments for GERD into therapeutic strategies.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this activity, participants will: [break][break] Have increased knowledge regarding the [LIST] [ITEM]Differences and similarities between erosive and non-erosive GERD [ITEM]Evidence for new acid-suppressive agents for GERD treatment[/LIST] Have greater competence related to [LIST] [ITEM]Recommending acid-suppressive therapies for patients with GERD[/LIST] Demonstrate greater confidence in their ability to [LIST] [ITEM]Incorporate new acid-suppressive treatments for GERD into routine practice[/LIST]

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

In support of improving patient care, Medscape, LLC is jointly accredited with commendation 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.

[bold]For Physicians[/bold][break] Medscape, LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.25 [italic][bold]AMA PRA Category 1 Credits[/bold][/italic]™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. [break][break] [bold]For Physician Assistants[/bold] [break] Medscape, LLC has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 1.25 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.