Interactive Case Studies with the Experts: Improving VTE Prophylaxis in Orthopaedic Surgery

Faculty: Victor F. Tapson, MD, Andrew F. Shorr, MD, MPH, Vincent D. Pellegrini, Jr., MD
Format: Webcast
Credit Available: a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™
Course Description: This program addresses key issues in the risk stratification and prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in oncology patients and patients undergoing orthopaedic surgery in the form of two 30-minute interactive case studies. Each case study is presented by a specialist who cares for that subgroup of patients, then discussed with a nationally-recognized VTE expert.

Preventing Venous Thromboembolism in Orthopedic Surgery Patients: Critical Issues and Current Evidence in Optimizing Prophylaxis

Faculty: Michael H. Huo, MD
Format: Newsletter
Credit Available: a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™
Course Description: This publication is one activity in a multiplatform series developed in collaboration with Joint Commission Resources on reducing the incidence of venous thromboembolism following orthopedic surgery.This initiative also includes aWebcast, satellite broadcasts, live Q&A with expert faculty, and another newsletter. For additional information on this series and other complimentary CME/CE activities, visit www.VTE-IQ.com.

Emerging Strategies and New Mechanisms of Action in the Prophylaxis of Venous Thromboembolism in Orthopaedic Surgery

Faculty: Robert A. Harrington, MD, Jay R. Lieberman, MD, Michael Rud Lassen, MD
Format: Webcast
Credit Available: a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™
Course Description: This 60-minute interactive Webcast, geared toward an audience of European orthopaedic surgeons, focuses on current and emerging strategies related to assessment and selection of appropriate thromboprophylactic treatment for orthopaedic surgery patients. Selected sessions from the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) Congress are the foundation for the educational activity, which is composed of concise faculty presentations and discussions that focus on the interpretation and translation of new science to everyday clinical practice for European practitioners.

VTE Prophylaxis in Orthopedic Surgery: Improving Patient Outcomes in the Hospital and Outpatient Setting

Faculty: Steven M. Berkowitz, MD, Vincent D. Pellegrini, Jr., MD
Format: Webcast
Credit Available: a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™
Course Description: This Webcast discusses the current and evolving state of affairs of VTE prophylaxis in orthopedic surgery. It highlights the literature and available guidelines regarding current prophylaxis agents, the external forces affecting VTE prophylaxis use in orthopedic surgery, the challenges to and potential strategies for improving VTE prophylaxis, and the literature and role of emerging anticoagulants under investigation.

Preventing Venous Thromboembolism in Orthopedic Surgery Patients: Evolving Guidelines and Standards of Care

Faculty: Michael H. Huo, MD, Carlos Jerjes-Sánchez Díaz, MD, Anne Jacobson, MPH
Format: Newsletter
Credit Available: a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™
Course Description: This newsletter focuses on evolving trends and evidence-based strategies in VTE prophylaxis in the orthopedic surgery setting. It discusses the challenge of incorporating recently published guideline recommendations from the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), as well as standards of care for VTE that have been mandated over the past several years. An in-depth discussion of strategies to prevent VTE is also included, with an overview of current and emerging options for thromboprophylaxis.