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Join us on June 2nd at Swedish Medical Center for the annual IBD Update, a premier conference designed to help providers stay informed and up-to-date on the latest developments in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Led by experts in the field, this informative event will educate attendees on the latest research, best practices and innovative treatments for IBD. With a focus on improving patient outcomes and quality of life, attendees will leave equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to better manage IBD in their own practice. Don't miss this opportunity to network with colleagues and expand your understanding of IBD care!

This conference is intended for all interested providers in gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, general surgery, internal medicine, and rheumatology, including residents, fellows, nutritionists, pharmacists, and allied health professionals.

View more information about the conference below or click the Register Online button to register for this CME activity. All pre-registrants will receive accredited, on-demand access to the recording for 30 days after the conference. We look forward to your participation for an engaging conference!

CONFERENCE DETAILS

The knowledge-base in the field of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is changing very rapidly with new therapeutics and new treatment paradigms being developed at an unprecedented pace. This course will review new and forthcoming medical and surgical therapeutic approaches in IBD and educate providers on pragmatic aspects of IBD care. Participants will experience an exciting line-up of didactic lectures and Q&A sessions designed to provide attendees with the latest knowledge and insights on IBD treatment and care. With topics ranging from cutting-edge therapies like IL-23 inhibitors and JAK inhibition, to the role of traditional agents such as anti-TNF agents, to the latest updates on IBD research and surgery, attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of current and emerging IBD treatments. The lectures also cover important related topics such as post-operative prophylaxis, EIM in IBD, and pregnancy in IBD, making this an ideal opportunity for healthcare professionals to expand their knowledge and skills.

OBJECTIVES

By attending this course, the participant will provide better patient care through an increased ability to:

• Understand recent advances in the post-operative management of patients with Crohn’s disease
• Appraise and implement evidence-based management pathways for patients with IBD
• Review the evidence on the positioning of various therapeutics for the management of IBD
• Discuss evidence-based, medical and surgical approach to patients with perianal Crohn’s disease
• Learn about clinical applications of intestinal ultrasound in IBD
• Learn essential principles of management surrounding pregnancy in patients with IBD