2017 Diabetes Symposium
 
Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of the symposium, the participants should be able to:
  • Identify and address manageable risk factors for hospital readmission for patients with diabetes (plenary 1)*
  • Apply Treat to Target algorithm to devise the order of use for newer medications for CVD prevention; and when it is not appropriate to implement these medications (plenary 2)
  • Utilize text messaging and computer generated treatment plans to improve A1C control and overall diabetes care (plenary 3)
  • Identify and treat diabetic patients earlier to achieve A1c target as soon as possible to reduce the incidence of micro and macrovascular disease (plenary 4)*
  • Use information in the DM Playbook to improve A1C control for  patients (breakout A1/B1)*
  • Utilize motivational interviewing strategies to successfully address patient needs and concerns about their DM care (breakout A2/B2)
  • Use OPAP advice when considering treatment intensification for remotely located patients to improve therapeutic inertia (breakout A3/B3)*
  • Apply the information gained in the AMIDC program at Riverside to expand our opportunities in addressing inpatient DM care (breakout A4/B4) 
Accreditation

Physicians - The Southern California Permanente Medical Group is accredited by the Institute for Medical Quality/California Medical Association (IMQ/CMA) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Southern California Permanente Medical Group designates this live activity for a maximum of 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.™ Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses and Physician Assistants – Attendees may report up to 6 hours toward continuing education requirements for license renewal. ‘CME’ can be written in lieu of the provider number on all licensure renewal applications.

CLS CEUs (Clinical Laboratory Scientists):  this symposium is approved for 6 CEU's for CLS, MLT and Phlebotomists.  

KP/SCPMG - RRLAA is recognized by the State of California as an Accrediting Agency for Continuing Education for Clinical Laboratory Science (Registration #133).  This program is approved for 6 California Contact Hours.  Program number 01-1710.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:  In compliance with California State Continuing Education (CE) regulations, participants must attend the entire session to earn CE credits.  No exceptions and No partial credit will be given for late arrivals or early departures.

Registered Dieticians:  RD’s and RN’s will be provided a certificate of attendance upon completion and submission of the Program Evaluation,.  It is the RD's responsibility to track and obtain the CEU credits through their personal Professional Development process.

Target Audience:
Primary Target Group:  KP SCPMG Providers

Secondary Target Group:
SCPMG staff including Complete Care Departments with an interest in Diabetes Care. Non-KP healthcare staff and providers with an interest in Diabetes Care.

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, all reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate persons with disabilities at the meeting. If you have any special dietary or accommodation needs, please notify the meeting planner listed, prior to the symposium in the Department of Physician Education at (626) 405-4630 or tie-line 8-335-4630. This advance notice will help us serve you better.