OVERVIEW

Cardiology & Emergency Medicine CME Course is organized by Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts.

End Date: August 31, 2026

Description:
Looking for treatment options for patients with atrial fibrillation or an overview of cardiology basics? This Cardiology CME course dives into these topics and more, leading you to make more confident patient care decisions.

Making the Most of a Cardiac-Focused Telehealth Visit

In this session, participants will learn how to get the most out of completing a cardiac-focused telehealth visit. Using a case study approach, you will learn how to complete components of a cardiovascular exam in the virtual environment while leveraging technology.

Hdl, Ldl Cholesterol Oh My!

This session will cover pharmacologic treatments for different components of a lipid panel. Using a case-based approach, we will review treatment options for diverse clinical situations, including patients who are “intolerant/allergic” to specific treatments. Finally, we will discuss various pharmacologic options for treating dyslipidemia.

I Got Rhythm, or Not- Managing Atrial Fibrillation (Rx=0.25)

During this session, you will learn about treatment options for patients with atrial fibrillation. Using a case-based approach, you will learn about pharmacologic strategies for anticoagulation, rate and rhythm control, and when to refer to cardiology for advanced interventions.

Replacing “Failure” With “Function” in Heart Failure Management (Rx=0.50)

During this session, you will learn about the latest evidence-based guidelines for managing heart failure with reduced, mildly reduced, and preserved ejection fractions. In addition, the Pharmacokinetics and dynamics of the newest medications will be covered, as well as best practices for titration of guideline-directed medical therapy.

Urgent Cardiac Situations: What Not to Miss!

This session will address urgent cardiac situations that should not be missed in a primary care setting. The discussion will focus on high-risk low volume events such as acute coronary syndrome, spontaneous coronary artery dissection, aneurysms, and hypertensive emergencies. The focus will be on the subtle and not-so-subtle signs and symptoms that may indicate the potential for decompensation.