Upcoming Medical Conferences in Los Angeles

7th Annual USC Multi-Disciplinary Breast Cancer Symposium is organized by Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC) and will be held on Jan 25, 2020 at InterContinental Los Angeles Century City, Los Angeles, California, United States of America. Target Audience: This program has been designed for practicing primary care physicians, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiologists, residents and fellows in oncology training programs, as well as allied health providers including oncology nurses, mid-level providers (APN and PA), radiation therapists (RTT), and any other clinicians interested or involved in the management and treatment of breast cancer. Accreditation: The Keck School of Medicine of USC designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  The following may apply AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ for license renewal: Registered Nurses may report up to 7.25 credit hour(s) toward the CME requirements for license renewal by their state Board of Registered Nurses (BRN).  Description: The program reviews current state-of-the-art breast cancer management, highlighting the key components of multi-disciplinary treatment to include surgery, medical oncology and radiation oncology. The format of this program consists of lectures and case studies. The emergence of the new breast cancer mammographic detection modality of tomosynthesis will be assessed. Recent advances in surgery are discussed by faculty considered to be world leaders in surgical oncology. Topics such as targeted axillary dissection and de-escalation of axillary operations in the primary setting and after neoadjuvant chemotherapy will be highlighted. In addition, immunotherapy is becoming a more central theme as recognition of its role in suppressing tumor growth become more elucidated. This evolving topic will be featured this year and will dovetail into a discussion of HER 2+ cancers, which also have a relationship to the immune system. In medical oncology the emergence of resistance to antiestrogen therapy has been a vexing problem and will be discussed by a world expert on the topic. The topic in radiation oncology will be advances in partial breast and accelerated radiation techniques. The ever-popular discussion of fertility issues facing newly diagnosed cancer patients will again be featured. The day closes with a debate on whether we should be irradiating tissue expanders and the always-popular case studies from LAC+USC. Objectives: • Analyze the role for immunotherapy in the treatment of breast cancer throughclinical trials. • Implement recent advances in de-escalating axillary radiation and surgical therapy. • Classify selection of different options in hormone resistant breast cancers. • Evaluate options for fertility preservation in newly diagnosed breast cancer patients.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Renewal Course is organized by SureFire CPR and will be held on Jan 26, 2020 at SureFire CPR - Los Angeles Office, Los Angeles, California, United States of America. The ACLS Class covers: • Recognition and early management of respiratory and cardiac arrest • Airway Management • ACLS Pharmacology • Basic Life Support (BLS) review • Management of acute coronary syndromes and stroke • How to be both a leader and a team member in a resuscitation team Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

5th Annual Conference: Practical Urology is organized by Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC) and will be held from Jan 30 - Feb 01, 2020 at Aresty Conference Center - USC Health Sciences Campus, Los Angeles, California, United States of America.  Target Audience:  This course is intended for local, regional, national, and international specialty physicians in urology, radiation oncology, medical oncology, and allied health professionals. Credit Designation: The Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California designates this live activity for a maximum of 21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  The following may apply 21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for license renewal: Registered Nurses may report up to 21 credit hour(s) toward the CME requirements for license renewal by their state Board of Registered Nurses (BRN). Course Description: This course is designed to showcase state-of-the-art practices in urology. The conference covers: advanced robotic, open, microsurgical and endourologic surgeries; comprehensive urologic oncology (including kidney, prostate, bladder, testis, penile cancers); focal therapy and targeted biopsies; female pelvic health & reconstruction surgery; incontinence; erectile dysfunction; benign prostatic hyperplasia; urolithiasis; male infertility & andrology; and surgical complications. This annual course includes semi-live surgeries, master classes, lectures, debates, and interactive discussions. Objectives: At the conclusion of the program the participant should be able to: ▪ Identify and assess the latest guideline–based surgical and medical oncologic management strategies for urologic malignancies, including kidney, prostate, bladder, penile, and testis cancer. ▪ Examine and discuss contemporary benign urologic conditions in the field of female pelvic health, reconstruction, stone disease, benign prostate hiperplasia, pediatrics, male infertility, and prosthetics. ▪ Understand the techniques of various surgical procedures spanning the breadth of urologic surgeries. ▪ Distinguish important controversies in the field of urology that have relevance to day-to-day practice.   Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

2020 Cedars-Sinai International Endoscopy Symposium is organized by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and will be held from Jan 30 - Feb 02, 2020 at Cedars Sinai Medical Center Harvey Morse Conference Center, Los Angeles, California, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 32 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Target Audience: Gastroenterology, Imaging, Internal Medicine, Radiology Course Directors: David Carr-Locke, MB, BChir, DRCOG, FRCP, FACG Clinical Director, The Center for Advanced Digestive Care New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medicine Simon K. Lo, MD, FACP, FACG Director, Pancreatic and Biliary Diseases Program F. Widjaja Family Chair in Digestive Diseases Director, Endoscopy Service Director, Pancreatic and Biliary Diseases Program Michael J. Bourke, MBBS, FRACP Clinical Professor of Medicine Director of Endoscopy Departments of Gastroenterology and Hepatology University of Sydney at Westmead Hospital Sydney, NSW, Australia Course Description: The Cedars-Sinai International Endoscopy Symposium will be held in cooperation with leaders of multiple major endoscopy centers in North America, Europe and Asia. For the 27th year, this signature course will offer an intensive and comprehensive review of pancreatic and biliary endoscopy for the benefit of gastroenterologists, gastroenterology fellows, and gastroenterology nurses and technicians. The 2020 symposium will feature focused educational tracks as well as an optional one-day Thursday program on advanced luminal endoscopy, with live procedure demonstrations in the afternoon. On Friday morning, a special session on radiation safety has been added to provide clinicians utilizing fluoroscopy with the risks and benefits of its use, including the most current educational information on fluoroscopy regulations, radiation biology, physics, equipment operation, image evaluation, dosing, and multiple aspects of patient safety. Invited expert faculty will perform multiple live luminal endoscopy, EUS and ERCP procedures to demonstrate techniques and technology for the benefit of participants watching the live feed in the Cedars-Sinai auditorium. To reinforce skills and obtain more personalized educational content, attendees may participate in hands-on workshops designed for GI fellows and GI nurses.  Objectives: • Recognize patient- and procedure-related risk factors associated with ERCP and implement evidence-based patient safety measures to optimize outcomes • Critically evaluate complex and challenging ERCP cases and discuss optimal approaches to patient management and avoiding complications • Assess endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) as a diagnostic and therapeutic tool for managing patients with gastrointestinal, pancreaticobiliary and hepatic diseases • Distinguish and select the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment approach for patients with luminal gastrointestinal issues • Apply best practices to minimize patient radiation dose during fluoroscopy and avoid the chance of skin injury during extended fluoroscopic procedures (radiation safety) • Identify current surgical and medical treatment and management strategies for the patient with pancreatic cancer • Adopt a multidisciplinary approach to treatment planning for patients with gastric cancer prior to clinical decision-making • Assess current and emerging diagnostic and therapeutic techniques in GI endoscopy and how best to implement best practices in the endoscopy suite (GI nurses and technicians) • Enhance knowledge of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of digestive diseases for which endoscopic procedures are indicated and assess techniques and technologies currently utilized in the field (Fellows) • Explore training, research, and career opportunities for interventional fellows with colleagues and expert faculty (Fellows) Cancellation Policy: Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to cancel or reschedule program due to circumstances beyond its control, or to close registration when program is oversubscribed. Registrants are advised against purchasing non-refundable airline tickets until they received registration confirmation. Cedars-Sinai is not responsible for penalties incurred because of cancelled transportation costs. Accommodations: Cedars-Sinai has arranged for a block of rooms at the Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills hotel, at special conference rates. Individuals must ask for group reservations and identify themselves as attendees of the Cedars-Sinai Pancreatic & Biliary Endoscopy conference. Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills 8555 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048 310-278-5444 Sofitel hotel is a stunning hotel in LA offering elegant luxury accommodations. It is located conveniently across the street, just a short walking distance from Cedars-Sinai. ROOM TYPE RATE/NIGHT Superior King $295 + tax Superior Double/Double $315 + tax Hollywood Hills View Luxury King $315 + tax Please call 310-278-5444 to make your reservation over the phone. The special rate will be available until 1/15/2020

UCLA ICU of the Future 2020: The Next Decade of Neurocritical Care is organized by David Geffen School of Medicine (DGSOM) at UCLA, Office of Continuing Medical Education and will be held from Jan 30 - 31, 2020 at UCLA Campus - Carnesale Commons, Los Angeles, California, United States of America. Target Audience: Emergency physicians, trauma surgeons, intensivists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, neurointensivists, advanced practice nurses, intensive care unit nurses. Accreditation: The Office of Continuing Medical Education, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Office of Continuing Medical Education, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Course Description: 13th Annual Neurocritical Care Symposium featuring a two-day conference designed to discuss innovative strategies to treat neurotrauma, cardiac arrest, and other neurologic emergencies.  This two-day conference is designed to explore modern approaches to patient care for patients with ICU delirium, anoxic brain injury, traumatic brain injury, coma, stroke, brain hemorrhage, and seizures. The main plenary session will explore essential core concepts for personalized patient care, review of essential guidelines, and in-depth discussion of modern approaches to saving the brain in critically ill patients. The hands-on workshop is designed to explore brain monitoring techniques and novel therapeutic interventions. Interactive lectures supplemented with discussion groups, simulation training, and hands-on workshops will provide unique learning that transcends the usual CME course, and enable participatory learning for maximal impact on your practice. Special Focus for 2020 Trauma: State of the art in resuscitation ICU Care: Discussion of infection control, delirium and ethics Cardiac Arrest: Innovative strategies and hypothermia Stroke Controversies: Thrombectomy for stroke and surgery for ICH Critical Care Skills Workshop: Neuromonitoring, ultrasound, and resuscitation skills Ask the Experts: Discuss interactive cases with the expert faculty Audience Response: This is a highly interactive, participatory conference. There will be a live audience response for each lecture and the simulation sessions Educational Objectives: At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to: • Implement non-invasive brain monitoring in comatose patients • Treat neurologic emergencies such as status epileptics and brain trauma • Formulate treatment protocols for brain hemorrhage using evidence-based medicine • Enable the use of novel treatments for cardiac arrest and brain resuscitation • Understand the emerging role of stimulation treatments for coma and disorders of consciousness • Make use of emergency response systems for acute ischemic stroke

Sclerotherapy for Physicians & Nurses is organized by Empire Medical Training (EMT), Inc and will be held on Jan 31, 2020 at Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza, Los Angeles, California, United States of America. Target Audience: This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of Health Care Practitioners involved in the care of the patients with Aesthetic requests. Accreditation: Physicians Medical Education Resources designates this live activity, for a maximum of 8.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nurses Medical Education Resources is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides 8.0 contact hours of continuing nursing education. Medical Education Resources is a provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for [8] contact hours. Description: Improved techniques, new, safer sclerosing agents, and high patient demand for in-office aesthetic procedures makes Sclerotherapy Training for nurses and physicians a must for any physician practice wishing to expand their services. Over 80 million Americans suffer with unsightly venous disease and the vast majority (75%) of these is cosmetic in nature which you will understand and be able to treat after completing our training. Visible veins give the impression of age and poor health and though many people wish to receive treatment, they are unaware of the safety, effectiveness, and lack of discomfort associated with newer sclerotherapy methods. Sclerotherapy by injection uses small amounts of detergent solutions to irritate the vein walls and achieve ultimate closure of the unwanted vein.  Cosmetic laser centers and vein clinics perform these procedures not only because they are lucrative and simple to perform, but also because their patients receive impressive results using both laser vein therapies and traditional sclerotherapy using FDA approved detergent sclerosants. EMT's comprehensive sclerotherapy training will take you from the prospective patient through the consultation process as well as teach you the latest techniques and protocols used today. Program Overview: The Sclerotherapy seminar is a combination lecture and workshop where learners will participate in didactic lectures in the morning followed by hands on training in the afternoon. Learners will understand how to use FDA approved sclerosants for various cosmetic vein indications and will also gain a proficiency in the administration as well. The purpose of the training is to help learners provide enhanced patient care to those who present themselves with various medical and cosmetic vein conditions. Procedures which have not been taught in their previous medical education.  Learning Outcomes: • To acquire the necessary skills to properly identify the ideal candidate who will maximally benefit from the Aesthetic Procedures and will also acquire the technical skills to perform such skills to benefit patients aesthetically.  • To educate physicians further concerning their base knowledge of venous anatomy and pathophysiology of medical and aesthetic venous disease. Improve their diagnostic skills concerning medical associated venous disease and improve patient outcomes. • To acquire the necessary skills to properly identify the ideal candidate for cosmetic sclerotherapy through physical examination and be able to administer treatments in a safe and efficacious manner for greater patient satisfaction. Educational Objectives: • Practice procedures such as cosmetic sclerotherapy injections competently, safely, and effectively for their patient. Each participant will understand and learn how to avoid risks and associated complications. • Apply and understand the generally accepted protocols for the administration of the (2) FDA Approved sclerosants for aesthetic indications (i.e. unwanted arterioles, telangiectasias, and reticular veins). Learn the proper guidelines for the acquisition, patient charting, administration issues (i.e. medical intake forms, informed consents) and the corrective measures for adverse events. • Describe the mechanism of action and basic venous anatomy, differences between the product characteristics, managing expectations, and accepted after care for follow up after the sclerotherapy procedure. • Identify who is a proper candidate for the aesthetic sclerotherapy procedure, patient benefits, and education concerning the development of unwanted veins and other environmental reasons for their development. Increase patient awareness and offer enhanced patient care in relation to the management of these unwanted legs and facial veins.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Course is organized by SureFire CPR and will be held on Jan 31, 2020 at SureFire CPR - Los Angeles Office, Los Angeles, California, United States of America. Recommended for:  Laypeople, Security Guards, Yoga Instructors, Fitness Trainers and Teachers. The CPR and AED Class covers: • Adult, Child, and Infant CPR • Conscious and Unconscious Choking for victims of all ages • Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use and special considerations Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and Basic First Aid Course is organized by SureFire CPR and will be held on Jan 31, 2020 at SureFire CPR - Los Angeles Office, Los Angeles, California, United States of America.. Recommended for:  Laypeople, Security Guards, Yoga Instructors, Fitness Trainers and Teachers. The CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Class covers: • Adult, Child, and Infant CPR • Conscious and Unconscious Choking for victims of all ages • Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use and special considerations • Basic First Aid Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Basic First Aid Course is organized by SureFire CPR and will be held on Jan 31, 2020 at SureFire CPR - Los Angeles Office, Los Angeles, California, United States of America. Recommended for: Everyone Interested in Learning First Aid Skills. The Basic First Aid Class covers: • Patient Assessment • Trauma (bleeding wounds) • Muscle and Bone Injuries • Falls • Seizures • Asthma • Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis • Heat and Cold Emergencies (Heat Stroke, Hypothermia, etc.) • Legal and Emotional Considerations Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Course is organized by SureFire CPR and will be held on Feb 01, 2020 at SureFire CPR - Los Angeles Office, Los Angeles, California, United States of America. Time: 1:30 PM Recommended For:  MDs, RNs, EMTs, Paramedics, Dentists, Pharmacists, and Medical Personnel. Course Description: The BLS CPR Class covers: • Adult, Child, and Infant CPR. • Conscious and Unconscious Choking for victims of all ages. • Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use and special considerations. • Breathing Barriers, Bag Valve Masks, and 2 Rescuer CPR. • Cardiopulmonary Emergencies and Special Resuscitation Situations. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.