OVERVIEW

The New Advances in Inflammatory Bowel Disease conference will highlight the latest concepts in the diagnosis and treatment of IBD. Disease complications, special population considerations, and surgical options will also be discussed. The course will be taught by nationally known experts who are actively involved in clinical trials and studies related to the management of Crohn’s and colitis. Physicians will be provided with the necessary context to integrate the relevant information into their practices to improve the quality of life for their afflicted patients.

TARGET AUDIENCE

• Gastroenterologists
• Nurse Practitioners
• Physician Assistants
• Nurses
• Internists
• Colorectal Surgeons
• Other allied health care professionals involved in the care of
patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After attending this live activity, participants should be able to:

• Summarize recent clinical trial data regarding the next generation of therapies in inflammatory bowel disease.
• Describe surgical approaches to treatment of inflammatory bowel disease.
• Identify current and future monitoring and therapy options for inflammatory bowel disease.
• Identify treatment challenges in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.

ACCREDITATION

Physicians

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

Scripps Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 13 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Credit Breakdown

Main Conference (Sat & Sun): 11

APP Track (Sun): 2

Total Credits Available: 13

For more information please visit the official event page.