EM2101B "Proton Pump Inhibitors: Have We Gone Too Far?" (IM GR-010821)

This presentation will cover the indications for proton pump inhibitor use, address issues related to PPI overuse, and discuss potential long-term adverse effects of proton pump inhibitors.

Target Audience

 

UT Southwestern faculty, fellows, residents and medical students, community physicians, nurse clinicians, physician assistants and nurses.

 

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the participant should be able to:

  • Identify the FDA-approved indications and other commonly accepted uses for proton pump inhibitors.
  • Understand the potential long-term adverse effects of proton pump inhibitors.
  • Understand ways to discuss risks and benefits of proton pump inhibitors and how to step-down PPI therapy when needed.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA
Course opens: 
01/11/2021
Course expires: 
02/12/2021
Cost:
$0.00
Rating: 
0

Photo: Catherine Chen, M.D.Kerry Dunbar, M.D., Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Department of Internal Medicine
Division of Digestive & Liver Diseases
Associate Program Director, Residency Program
Section Chief, Dallas VA Medical Center

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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