Intervention Versus Medical Management of Pulmonary Embolism - Journal-based CME

Journal-based CME Activity

Methodist DeBakey Cardiovascular Journal

This article discusses options for pulmonary embolism management, including use of the most common diagnostic tools available to assess risk and typical treatment for each broad risk category.

Fees

REGISTRATION TYPEFEE

Houston Methodist employees

Free

Non-Houston Methodist employees

 

Physician (Private physician located within the Greater Houston Area)

$35  

Physician (Private physician outside the Greater Houston Area)

Free

Resident / Fellow

Free

Allied Health Care Professional / All Others

Free

* In compliance with HM’s policy on Physician Non-Monetary Compensation regarding “Stark Law,” private physicians who reside and/or practice medicine within the Greater Houston Area are required to pay the full Fair Market Value registration fee.

Target Audience

This activity is intended for physicians, nurse practitioners, residents, fellows, pharmacists, researchers and other health care professionals.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the participant should be able to: 

  • Explain why right heart dysfunction is considered the cornerstone for determining  pulmonary embolism risk and planning triage.
  • Discuss the importance of history and physical exam when diagnosing early pulmonary embolism despite recent advances in imaging.
  • Differentiate between the diverse presentations of pulmonary embolism in patients, including variability in acuity, severity, and patient clinical background.
  • Analyze the pros and cons of using the Pulmonary Embolism Severity Index (PESI) for screening rather than determining treatment.
  • Describe how triage algorithms are best used when tailored to specific facilities based on their available expertise and resources.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

    Houston Methodist is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    Houston Methodist designates this Journal-based CME activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 1.00 Attendance
Course opens: 
05/17/2024
Course expires: 
05/17/2026
Cost:
$35.00
Houston Methodist (Virtual)
United States

Thomas M. Loh, MD

Vascular Surgery 

Houston Methodist is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Houston Methodist designates this Journal- Based CME activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

    Houston Methodist is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    Houston Methodist designates this Journal-based CME activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 1.00 Attendance

Price

Cost:
$35.00
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Fees

REGISTRATION TYPEFEE

Houston Methodist employees

Free

Non-Houston Methodist employees

 

Physician (Private physician within the Greater Houston Area)

$35  

Physician (Private physician outside the Greater Houston Area)

Free

Resident / Fellow

Free

Allied Health Care Professional / All Others

Free

* In compliance with HM’s policy on Physician Non-Monetary Compensation regarding “Stark Law,” private physicians who reside and/or practice medicine within the Greater Houston Area are required to pay the full Fair Market Value registration fee.