Learning Objectives:
1) Learners will assess and identify the underlying mechanisms and pathophysiology of hyperparathyroidism, male hypogonadism, hypoglycemia, and adrenal nodules to provide a solid foundation for their clinical evaluation and management.
2) Learners will identify the key clinical features, diagnostic criteria, and appropriate laboratory and imaging tests necessary for accurately diagnosing endocrine disorders discussed.
3) Learners will analyze the evidence-based management and treatment options available for each of the disorders, including indications for medical treatment versus the need for surgical intervention, where applicable.
4) Learners will distinguish the potential complications and comorbidities associated with each disorder and how they impact overall patient management and treatment decisions.
5) Learners will gain a better understanding of the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing complex endocrine disorders and identify when to involve other specialties, such as surgeon or endocrinologist.
6) Learners will develop effective strategies for engaging and educating patients about their conditions, treatment options, and recommended lifestyle modifications to enhance adherence and improve health outcomes.
Accreditation Statements:
VOCCME is co-sponsored by the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS), the Georgia Osteopathic Medical Association (GOMA), the Montana Osteopathic Medical Association (MOMA), the North Carolina Osteopathic Medical Association (NCOMA), the Ohio Osteopathic Association (OOA), the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of Oregon (OPSO), and the Tennessee Osteopathic Medical Association (TOMA). Each of these osteopathic associations is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.
VOCCME has been designated for a maximum of 1 AOA Category 1-A credits by the VOC sponsors, who have authorized MAOPS to report CME and specialty credits to the AOA commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in this activity.
MAOPS is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
MAOPS designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Planning Disclosure:
The VOCCME Planning Committee has no relevant financial relationships with any organization producing, marketing, reselling, or distributing healthcare goods or services consumed by or used on patients relative to the content of these presentations.
AOA Grievance Policy:
All grievances should be in writing and specify the nature of the grievance. Initially, all grievances should be directed to the MAOPS Executive Director, who will then forward said grievance to the Virtual CME Committee. All grievances will receive an initial written response within 30 days of receipt. If a participant does not receive a satisfactory response, they can submit a complaint in writing to the Council on Continuing Medical Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.