NGHS Continuing Medical Education

Save the date! Dr. Leslie David, Transitional Year residency program director, will join the next GME Medical Educators Journal Club on Monday, October 21, at noon to discuss professionalism in graduate medical education. We hope to see you there for an engaging discussion!

Collaborating as a heart team is essential to ensure every patient receives personalized care. By combining data, insights, and a shared decision-making process with both doctors and patients, we can provide the best outcomes tailored to each individual. 🫀👩⚕️👨⚕️ Watch the presentation: https://lnkd.in/eEh3_Adc Ugochukwu Egolum, M.D. Sanjay Lall MD, MBA, FACC. #TeamworkInMedicine #PatientCare #HeartTeam #NGHSCME #SharedDecisionMaking #Cardiology #ContinuingMedicalEducation #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalExcellence

Save the date! Dr. Leslie David, Transitional Year residency program director, will join the next GME Medical Educators Journal Club on Monday, October 21, at noon to discuss professionalism in graduate medical education. We hope to see you there for an engaging discussion!

October 10 is World Mental Health Day! Let's come together to raise awareness about mental health and support those who need it most. Mental health matters to everyone, everywhere. 💚 Join the conversation, spread kindness, and help break the stigma. Together, we can make a difference! https://lnkd.in/gWMZFpMy Devin Vicknair, Ph.D., MS, LPC Ann Contrucci, MD, FAAP #WorldMentalHealthDay #BreakTheStigma #MentalHealthMatters

It's Mental Illness Awareness Week! Join us in breaking the stigma around mental health. Tune in to our latest podcast where we dive into important conversations about mental wellness, self-care, and support for pediatric patients. You're not alone in this journey—listen now and let's raise awareness together! https://lnkd.in/eNcCKHhF Devin Vicknair, Ph.D., MS, LPC Ann Contrucci, MD, FAAP #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthMatters

🧠💡 Understanding Medical Law Reform: Impact on Psychiatric Patients 🧑⚕️📜 The reform initially excluded psychiatric patients but later revisions included them, sparking debate. Just like in the Benelux countries, Canada’s inclusion of psychiatric patients remains a controversial topic, with delays in implementation. 🏥⚖️ Watch the presentation: https://lnkd.in/eQJawgfx #MedicalEducation #CME #HealthcareReform #Psychiatry #MedicalLaw #HealthcareDebate #NGHS

From treating diabetes in the early 2000s to reducing cardiovascular risks, medications have evolved to address obesity and BMI, showing safety and significant cardiovascular event reduction. Landmark trials like SELECT pave the way for future advancements. 🌟 Watch the presentation: https://lnkd.in/ehUHyNgq Idopise Umana Jaja Matthew Newcomb Aimee Maldonado Abdullah Ismail #CME #DiabetesCare #CardiovascularHealth #MedicalBreakthroughs #NGHS

🌟 Youth is the engine of innovation! 🚀 When we empower young minds in clinical and research settings, they bring unmatched energy and fresh ideas that push boundaries. 💡 Let’s not overlook their brilliance – some of the greatest advancements in history were made by those under 30! 🎯 Together, we can move the needle in medicine. 🏥 Watch the full presentation: https://lnkd.in/ePvSqM2V T. Sloane Guy Louise Jones Ph.D., M.Ed. Shane Robinson, M.S., CSCS Mary Carson Flores JM, CPHQ, CAPM Ali Ottman, PMP #CME #MedicalEducation #YoungInnovators #HealthcareLeaders #FutureOfMedicine #EmpowerYouth #ClinicalResearch #NGHS

⚠️ Important Reminder for Prescribing Opioids ⚠️ Always assess for opioid use disorder and ensure compliance with Georgia law when prescribing opioids. 📝Medications play a role in therapy, but it's crucial to follow legal guidelines, especially for chronic pain management (defined as therapy lasting more than 90 days). 💊 Patient safety starts with us—let’s be sure we’re practicing responsibly and within the law. 🙌 Watch the full presentation: https://lnkd.in/d9BTidtM Alix Schnibben PharmD, BCACP, CTTS Bedri Yusuf, MD, MBA, SFHM, FAAPL, FACP Timothy Coyle Tracy Berry Cheryl Bittel Valery Cepeda, PharmD Chris Reagin, PharmD Caitlin Casper Ashley Simpson Casey Adams, DNP, MBA, RN, CMSRN #OpioidSafety #PainManagement #ChronicPain #HealthcareCompliance #PatientCare #MedicalProfessionals #GeorgiaLaw #PrescribingResponsibly #NortheastGeorgiaHealthSystem #ContinuingMedicalEducation #CME #MedicalEthics

🚨 Important Clinical Tip for Foley Catheters! 🚨 If a patient has clear signs of a UTI and has a Foley catheter, always change out the catheter (if no contraindications) before collecting a sample. Never collect from the bag—let’s get accurate results for the best patient care! 🏥 The lab is your partner in ensuring that the samples collected give us reliable results. We’re not here to be the bad guys—we're here to help! 💉🔬 Let’s work together for better patient outcomes. Watch the podcast: https://lnkd.in/g4CueCCj Sarah Orstadius MBA, MLS(ASCP)cm Sandy Bozarth #HealthcareHeroes #ClinicalTips #FoleyCatheter #PatientCare #UTIPrevention #MedicalLab #AccurateResults #TeamworkMatters #NortheastGeorgiaHealthSystem #ContinuingMedicalEducation #MedicalProfessionals #CME