Endocrinology
Recognizing Acromegaly in Clinical Practice
This is a CFPC Mainpro+ certified 15-minute expert brief for Canadian primary care providers and other healthcare professionals. The goal is to provide education on the burden of acromegaly, highlighting key clinical manifestations in support of earlier diagnosis and implementation of management strategies. The expert brief video will feature a conversation between an Endocrinologist and a Family Physician.
DURATION
15 min
PROFESSION
Physician
# OF CREDITS
0.25
ACCREDITATION
Mainpro+
EXPIRY DATE
2024-09-07
Acromegaly is a rare chronic disorder caused by growth hormone hypersecretion. The etiology is a growth hormone secreting pituitary adenoma in the majority of affected individuals. Due to the increased risk of morbidity and mortality and impact on quality of life, early diagnosis of acromegaly is essential to optimize management. Awareness of clinical features, as well as the medical conditions known to be associated with acromegaly, are essential to support early diagnosis.
This program has received financial support from Pfizer and ICEBM in the form of an unrestricted educational grant.
Faculty
Christine Palmay, MD, CCFP
Chandi Chandrasena, MD, CCFP, FCFP
Stan Van Uum, MD, FRPCPC
Jeff Habert, MD, CCFP
Learning objectives
After viewing this expert brief, participants will be better able to:
- Describe the burden of disease of acromegaly,
- Identify clinical features of acromegaly to support diagnosis and referral.
Accreditation
This Self-Learning activity has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for up to 0.25 Mainpro+ Credits.
Cert+ Program ID#: 200688