The Forgetful Patient: What To Do Next

Pricing

Non-ISMS members: $75.00
ISMS members: Free

Course description

As populations continue to live longer, the symptoms of cognitive impairment are more commonly being encountered in clinical practice. Additionally, a new drug treatment for Alzheimer’s disease is on the market in the US, with the FDA conditionally approving aducanumab for use in early Alzheimer’s patient populations. Without a diagnosis many people living with dementia may not be able to access new treatment breakthroughs. The advent of improved blood biomarker diagnostic tools, combined with emerging drug treatments, will create a significant increase in demand for diagnosis, which will put extreme pressures on medical practices and healthcare systems. A large percentage of our physician population is unprepared, or underprepared, to meet this increased demand.

A lack of awareness within the medical community, as well as healthcare systems, is hampering efforts to not only diagnose Alzheimer's and other dementias, but also to support people living with dementia. Physicians, other healthcare professionals and healthcare systems alike need to develop dementia care plans that include clinical education around diagnosis and treatment.

Learning objectives

At the conclusion of this learning activity, participants will be able to:

  • Provide an overview of the clinical approach to patients with cognitive symptoms
  • Review the diagnostic process of Alzheimer’s disease and the role of biomarkers
  • Discuss treatment strategies for Alzheimer’s dementia, including recently approved medications
  • Review indications for specialist referral in cases of suspected dementia

Target audience

Physician and clinician policyholders

Disclosure

There are no relevant financial relationships with ACCME-defined commercial interests for anyone who was in control of the content of this activity.

CME information

ISMS logo This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Illinois State Medical Society and ISMIE Mutual Insurance Company. The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Illinois State Medical Society designates this enduring material 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.

The Illinois Nurse Practice Act rules deem CME credit provided by approved sponsors as acceptable to fulfill nursing continuing education requirements for licensure. Nurses may claim one contact hour per unit of CME in the state of Illinois.

Additional information

Estimated time for completion: 
1 hour
Disclaimer: 

The recommendations contained in this resource are not intended to define conduct that is appropriate in every case, should not be considered as establishing any standard of care, and do not constitute legal advice. Physicians, clinicians and healthcare providers should take care to ensure that all care rendered reflects the best clinical judgment and complies with the laws and regulations of the state or location at which the care was provided.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

    This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Illinois State Medical Society and ISMIE Mutual Insurance Company. The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    The Illinois State Medical Society designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 1.00 Participation Credit
Course opens: 
04/15/2023
Course expires: 
04/15/2026
Cost:
$75.00
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Raghid Charara, MDRaghid Charara, MD completed his medical school and psychiatry resident training at the American University of Beirut in Beirut, Lebanon. He then subspecialized in Consultation-Liaison psychiatry at the Cleveland Clinic. He is currently a Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry Fellow. He takes interest in the psychiatric manifestation of neurologic illness as well as in neurodegenerative disorders. When outside work, he enjoys running and watching documentaries about anything and everything.

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Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

    This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Illinois State Medical Society and ISMIE Mutual Insurance Company. The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    The Illinois State Medical Society designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 1.00 Participation Credit

Price

Cost:
$75.00
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