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Evaluation And Management Of Common Anorectal Complaints, Krys Foster, Md, Mph

Department of Family & Community Medicine Presentations and Grand Rounds

Objectives:

• Review the anatomy of the rectum and anus
• Learn skills to perform an appropriate H&P for anorectal complaints
• Appreciate key diagnostic features to common anorectal diagnoses
• Recognize risk factors and red flag signs/symptoms that prompt further evaluation and possible referral

Head And Neck Injuries For The Pcp, Greta Bires, Md

Department of Family & Community Medicine Presentations and Grand Rounds

Objectives:

• Define and recognize common symptoms and treatments of head and neck injuries
• Become more familiar and comfortable with the history and physical exam techniques of common head and neck injuries
• Know when to seek a higher level of care for certain common head and neck injuries

Sports Medicine Update For The Primary Care Physician, Joshua V. Okon, Md

Department of Family & Community Medicine Presentations and Grand Rounds

AGENDA:

• OA vs Degenerative meniscal tear
• Review of OA diagnosis
• Degenerative Meniscal tears
• Management of degenerative meniscal tears and OA
• Rotator Cuff Pathology

Depression In Primary Care: With A Focus On First-Line Medications, Michael Danielewicz, Md

Department of Family & Community Medicine Presentations and Grand Rounds

This Lecture Will Cover:

• An overview of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), bupropion and mirtazapine
• Appropriate selection and dose adjustments of first-line agents for depressive disorders in a primary care setting
• Monitoring and tapering first-line antidepressants
• Special considerations in treatment
• Future directions for antidepressant treatment

Beyond The Waiver Training: Practical Tips You May Not Have Learned, Lara Weinstein, Md, Mph, Drph, Erica Li, Md

Department of Family & Community Medicine Presentations and Grand Rounds

Objectives

• Understand the critical importance of philosophy, structure, and access in MAT
• Share practical tips for starting MAT in your practice
• Discuss lessons learned with developing a MAT program

Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Online Educational Modules And Interactive Workshops In Alleviating Symptoms Of Mild To Moderate Depression: A Pilot Trial, Luis A. Murillo, Emily Follo, Julienne Balestrier, April Smith, Deborah L. Bevvino

Reading Hospital Family Medicine Residency

Introduction: Depression is a common health concern in primary care with barriers to treatment well documented in the literature. Innovative online psychoeducational approaches to address barriers to care have been well received and can be cost effective. This pilot trial evaluated the effectiveness of an online psychoeducation curriculum intended to alleviate symptoms of depression while utilizing minimal staff resources. Methods: A small (n=29) randomized control pilot study was conducted. Online psychoeducational content was delivered in 5 to 10-minute videos over 8weeks. Participants engaged in moderated discussions on workshop topics. The Patient Health Care Questionnaire (PHQ-9) was used to measure pre/ …