Endocrinology
Acromegaly: What Primary Care Providers Need to Know (CFPC)
Acromegaly is a rare condition that presents with common symptoms. However, if left undiagnosed, it may lead to serious complications and premature death. This Patient Health Management (PHM) program will allow physicians to gain enhanced practical knowledge to detect patients with acromegaly early and minimize the diagnostic gap, leading to treating patients early and improving patients’ quality of life.
DURATION
30 min
PROFESSION
Physician
# OF CREDITS
0.5
ACCREDITATION
Mainpro+
EXPIRY DATE
2023-10-13
Acromegaly is a rare condition that presents with common symptoms. However, if left undiagnosed, it may lead to serious complications and premature death. This Patient Health Management (PHM) program will allow physicians to gain enhanced practical knowledge to detect patients with acromegaly early and minimize the diagnostic gap, leading to treating patients early and improving patients’ quality of life.
This program has received financial support and an unrestricted educational grant from Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Canada Inc.
Faculty
Shereen Ezzat, MD,FRCP(C), FACP
Andre Belanger, MD
Naomi Pliamm, MD
Jeffrey Habert, MD, CCFP, FCFP
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this CME program participants will be better able to:
- Discuss the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of acromegaly
- Identify clinical settings and symptoms that should trigger clinical suspicion of acromegaly
- Summarize clinical symptoms and complications of acromegaly
- Determine the proper diagnostic tests for acromegaly