Conferences - UCI Lung Center, Orange, CA - Pulmonologists, Univ. of California, Irvine

UCI Lung Center
University of California, Irvine

PLEURA AND PLEUROSCOPY
Step by Step Conference
November 12-13, 2007
University of California
Irvine School of Medicine
Pulmonary Division

International Expert Faculty
One on One Teaching
Case Complication Simulations
Computer and Model Based Training
Interactive Video Case Conference

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Course Director: Henri Colt

Purpose:
To train physicians in the indications and techniques of Rigid Thoracoscopy and Fled-rigid Pleuroscopy:
Select appropriate patients for Rigid Thoracoscopy and Fled-rigid Pleuroscopy
Describe and become familiar with techniques of Rigid Thoracoscopy, Fled-rigid Pleuroscopy, Chest Tube Insertion, and Talc Pleurodesis
The participant must become familiar with and recognize pleural and pulmonary anatomy and anatomy of the chest wall, as well as radiographic correlations

Objectives:
Upon completion of the course the participant should be able to:

Know when and how thoracoscopy and pleuroscopy should be used and in which patients it is most indicated for diagnostic and theraputic purposes
Describe indications, contraindications, and techniques of each of these procedures
Become familiar with pleural anatomy based on pleuroscopic and radiographic imaging

Accreditation:
The University of California, Irvine, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Target Audience:
Board-Eligible/Certified Pulmonologists, General and Cardiothoracic Surgeons from the United States and around the world, Trainees in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and Surgery.

Hands-on exposure to:

Thoracoscopy
Flex-rigid Pleuroscopy
Chest Tube Insertion and Suturing Techniques
Risk Management and Procedure Related Complications

Course Fee: $750.00
Includes all didactic sessions and workshops, course materials, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 1 reception dinner. (10% discount for Fellows or Residents currently in a certified training program.)
Designation Statement: UCI designates this educational activity for a maximum of 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Disclosure Statement:
It is the policy of the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine and the University of California CME Consortium to ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all CME activities.
ADA Statement:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will make every reasonable effort to accommodate your needs. For any special requests call 714.456.8814.
AB 1195 Statement:
This activity is in compliance with California Assembly Bill 1195 which requires continuing medical education activities with patient care components to include curriculum the subjects of cultural and linguistic competency. For specific information regarding Bill 1195 and definitions of cultural and linguistic competency, please visit the CME website at www.cme.uci.edu.
To register or to get more information contact Larry Cherrison at 714.456.8814, Fax 714.456.8349

We have chosen the Ayres Hotel in Orange for our Conference Accommodations, and Orange County (SNA) as our airport of choice.

UCI Lung Center
UCI Medical Center, Building 53, Rt 81
101 The City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868
Info & Appointments: 714.456.7002
Fax: 714.456.8349
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