CME Courses: Gastroenterology
Management of Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection in Advanced Liver Disease see details » « hide
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Activity Expires: 7/27/13 —66 days
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This Cases on the Web activity describes a case and presents various clinical decision points, each focusing on a patient with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. At each decision point, learners should select the option that they think is most sound and then read the presenters’ explanation of that option. Selecting the correct option links the learner to an extended discussion of the related medical findings, research-based evidence, and case management considerations.
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Slower Scoping Finds More Polyps (CME/CE)
May. 21, 2013 -- ORLANDO Slower withdrawal of the endoscope was associated with fewer missed lesions during colonoscopy, a researcher said here.
Low Potassium Linked with Liver Disease (CME/CE)
May. 21, 2013 -- Patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease also had low potassium levels, researchers in China found.
Low HDL May Spell Trouble in Bariatric Surgery (CME/CE)
May. 21, 2013 -- ORLANDO Low levels of HDL cholesterol and high levels of C-reactive protein were among the factors that predicted the likelihood of postoperative cardiopulmonary complications in bariatric surgery patients, a researcher reported here.
Coffee Cuts Biliary Duct Risk (CME/CE)
May. 21, 2013 -- ORLANDO Coffee consumption helped protect against the autoimmune liver disease known as primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), which can lead to transplantation or death, a researcher said here.
No Single Reason for Readmission After GI Surgery (CME/CE)
May. 20, 2013 -- ORLANDO A number of patient, surgical, and postoperative factors were associated with 30-day hospital readmission following major gastrointestinal resection, and some may be preventable, researchers reported here.
Celiac Symptoms in Kids Differ with Age (CME/CE)
May. 20, 2013 -- ORLANDO Younger children with celiac disease were more likely to present with growth and biochemical abnormalities, while older kids's symptoms were more likely to resemble irritable bowel syndrome, researchers reported here.
Early pH Test in GERD May Save Money (CME/CE)
May. 20, 2013 -- ORLANDO Early referral of patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) for pH monitoring can help avoid extensive and costly use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), a researcher said here.
Vitamin D Boosts Quality of Life in Crohn's (CME/CE)
May. 20, 2013 -- ORLANDO Patients in remission with Crohn's disease who took vitamin D supplements had clinically meaningful improvements in quality of life, a researcher reported here.
Fewer Kids Die While Waiting for New Organs (CME/CE)
May. 20, 2013 -- Fewer children died waiting for organ transplants in the past decade after policy changes to the national organ allocation system, researchers stated.
A Medical News Roundup from Johns Hopkins (with audio)
May. 17, 2013 -- This week's topics include bugs for dinner, a new treatment for hepatitis C, pelvic prolapse surgery, and paying for health in developing countries.
Fitness at 50 Linked to Less Cancer Risk
May. 15, 2013 -- CHICAGO For middle-age men, good physical fitness reduces the risk of lung and colorectal cancer, a researcher said.
Simponi OK'd for Ulcerative Colitis
May. 15, 2013 -- SILVER SPRING, Md. -- The biologic drug golimumab (Simponi) may be used to treat moderate to severe ulcerative colitis, the FDA said Wednesday.
Genes a Part of PPI-Clopidogrel Interaction (CME/CE)
May. 13, 2013 -- ORLANDO Among patients who have had an MI and who have a genotype associated with ultra-rapid metabolism of clopidogrel, use of proton pump inhibitors may worsen outcomes, a study found.
Kids May Be OK with Less Pain Medication (CME/CE)
May. 13, 2013 -- NEW ORLEANS The need for analgesics waned rapidly in pediatric patients after laparoscopic appendectomy, with almost all those in a small study off pain medications a week after discharge.
Prostate Cancer Gene Test May Aid Surveillance (CME/CE)
May. 13, 2013 -- SAN DIEGO A gene-based assay for prostate cancer significantly improved identification of high-risk tumors, which could aid selection of men for active surveillance, according to researchers.
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CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment Gastroenterology, Hepatology, & Endoscopy, Second Edition (LANGE CURRENT Series) see details » « hide
Published by McGraw-Hill Medical
on 9/20/2011
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Everything clinicians must know to diagnose and treat digestive tract and liver disorders in a streamlined, consistent presentation
Great for board review
Striking the perfect balance between comprehensiveness and ease of use, CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment Gastroenterology, Hepatology, & Endoscopy, 2e, is essential for gastroenterologists, general internists, family physicians, and surgeons.The second edition has been updated to reflect the latest advances in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy and the content is delivered in an easy-access, find-it-now presentation.
- High-yield coverage of the entire spectrum of gastroenterology and hepatology, from stomach and esophageal to pancreatic and liver disorders
- “Essentials of Diagnosis” bulleted lists deliver instant guidance on identifying both common and rare digestive disorders
- More than 60 full-color radiographic and endoscopic images of GI disorders
- Numerous tables encapsulate important information
- Key information from related fields, including GI surgery, and subspecialties such as liver transplantation, bariatric surgery, inflammatory bowel disease, and motility disorder
- Updated to include the latest therapeutic considerations
Sleisenger and Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease- 2 Volume Set: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Management, Expert Consult Premium Edition - ... & Liver Disease (Sleisinger/Fordtran)) see details » « hide
Published by Saunders
on 5/17/2010
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Make optimal use of the newest techniques, technologies, and treatments with Sleisenger and Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease - the indispensable information source in this broad field! Edited by Mark Feldman, MD, Lawrence S. Friedman, MD, and Lawrence J. Brandt, MD, this 9th Edition equips you with the amassed knowledge of hundreds of respected authorities from around the world, helping you to overcome all of your most complex clinical challenges and make the most effective use of the newest techniques, technologies, and treatments. Significant updates on bariatric surgery, Barrett's esophagus, and many other evolving areas keep your practice current. Full-text online access includes downloadable illustrations and links to reference abstracts. The result remains the indispensable core reference in gastroenterology and hepatology.
- World-renowned experts provide reliable guidance on every area of your field.
- A consistent, full-color chapter design lets you find information quickly.
- Significant updates on bariatric surgery, Barrett's esophagus, endoscopic ultrasound, endosonography, treatment of liver disease, and much more keep you current on the latest advances.
- Many new contributors from all over the world provide you with fresh insights on all areas of gastroenterology and hepatology.
- Full-text online access via Expert Consult includes downloadable illustrations and links to reference abstracts.
Master all aspects of your field with the latest edition of the world's top GI reference
Your purchase entitles you to access the web site until the next edition is published, or until the current edition is no longer offered for sale by Elsevier, whichever occurs first. Elsevier reserves the right to offer a suitable replacement product (such as a downloadable or CD-ROM-based electronic version) should online access to the web site be discontinued.
Harrison's Gastroenterology and Hepatology see details » « hide
Published by McGraw-Hill Professional
on 5/3/2010
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The authority of Harrison's in a handy, full-color paperback devoted exclusively to Gastroenterology and Hepatology
"the book is ideal for medical students and residents rotating on a gastroenterology service (who may prefer to own the parent textbook) and would be useful to practitioners studying for the Maintenance of Certification examination."--Gastroenterology
Featuring the chapters on Gastroenterology and Hepatology that appear in the landmark Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 17e, this compact clinical companion delivers all the latest knowledge in the field, backed by the scientific rigor and reliability that has defined Harrison's.
You'll find coverage that reflects the expertise of renowned editors and contributors -- presented in a carry-anywhere format that makes it ideal for the classroom, the wards, or the point of care. With its ease of use, indispensable diagnosis-speeding guidelines, and acclaimed state-of-the-art strategies, Harrison's Gastroenterology and Hepatology is a must for students and clinicians alike.
Harrison's Gastroenterology and Hepatology delivers:
- Complete coverage of need-to-know gastroenterology and hepatology topics, including cardinal manifestations of disease, differential diagnosis and diagnostic evaluation, management of diseases and disorders, and obesity, nutrition, and eating disorders
- References updated since the publication of HPIM 17e
- Content from the acclaimed Harrison's DVD in print form, including a complete atlas of liver disease
- 58 chapters written by physicians who have made seminal contributions to the body of knowledge in their areas of expertise
- Integration of pathophysiology with clinical management topics in each of the disease-oriented chapters
- 140 high-yield questions and answers drawn from Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine Self-Assessment and Board Review, 17e
- Helpful appendix of laboratory values of clinical importance
Everything you would expect from Harrison's tailored to your specialty
Cardinal Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease; Evaluation of the Patient with Alimentary Tract Symptoms; Disorders of the Alimentary Tract; Infections of the Alimentary Tract; Evaluation of the Patient with Liver Disease; Disorders of the Liver and Biliary Tree; Liver Transplantation.
The Harrison’s specialty series is written by the same world-renowned author team who brought you Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine, 17e:
Anthony S. Fauci, MD; Eugene Braunwald, MD; Dennis L. Kasper, MD; Stephen L. Hauser, MD; Dan L. Longo, MD; J. Larry Jameson, MD, PhD; Joseph Loscalzo, MD, PhD
Mayo Clinic Gastroenterology and Hepatology Board Review see details » « hide
Published by Informa Healthcare
on 8/26/2008
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Written by an experienced and dedicated team of Mayo Clinic gastroenterologists and hepatologists, this newly expanded and updated Third Edition of the best-selling Mayo Clinic Gastroenterology and Hepatology Board Review is the go-to comprehensive resource for a complete scope of essential knowledge in all areas of gastroenterology and hepatology and in the related areas of pathology, endoscopy, nutrition, and radiology.
The new edition is an easy-to-use, case-based text expertly designed for those preparing to take the gastroenterology board examination and for gastroenterologists in need of recertification. Medical students and residents in the areas of internal medicine and gastroenterology, gastroenterology fellows, and physicians seeking a practical and comprehensive review of gastroenterology and hepatology will also benefit from this stand-alone guide.
New features in the Third Edition include:
- Several new multiple-choice questions and answers addressing the growing areas of concern in gastroenterology and hepatology
- 12 substantially updated and revised chapters by new authors who provide fresh, cutting-edge perspectives
- A new chapter on drug-induced liver injury
- Increased emphasis on case-based learning, which is critical to superior diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to patient care
- The addition of more than 100 high-quality color photographs
- Content that is organized by subspecialty areas, including esophageal, gastroduodenal, and colonic disorders, small-bowel disease and nutrition, pancreaticobiliary and liver diseases, and other miscellaneous disorders
- An abundance of additional new material appropriate for the board review and practice
Essentials of Gastroenterology see details » « hide
Published by Wiley-Blackwell
on 5/8/2012
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Acing The GI Board Exam: The Ultimate Crunch-Time Resource see details » « hide
Published by Slack Incorporated
on 5/15/2009
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The answer to your study questions (and study time!) can be found inside:
Acing the GI Board Exam: The Ultimate Crunch-Time Resource
Traditional textbooks usually feature long and detailed discussions that are not directly relevant to board and re-certification exams. On the flip side, many board review manuals provide lists and bullet points lacking sufficient background and context. Acing the GI Board Exam by Dr. Brennan Spiegel aims to fill the unmet need in board review by presenting time-tested and high-yield information in a rational, useful, and contextually appropriate format.
Why You Will Need to Read Acing the GI Board Exam:
• Carefully vetted board-style vignettes with color images
• Comprehensive yet succinct answers using a high-yield format
• Emphasis on key clinical pearls and “board buzzwords”
• Answers to classic board “threshold values” questions that you need to know but always seem to forget (eg how high must gastrin rise for a secretin stimulation test to be positive?)
• Rapid fire crunch time exam with 170 classic one-liners such as:
Alopecia + dystrophic nails + colon polyps = Diagnosis
Chapters Include:
• A compilation of general lessons learned from past test-takers
• “Tough Stuff” board review vignettes
• Board review “Clinical Threshold Values”
• “Crunch-Time” Self Test – time to get your game on!
With its focus on pearl after pearl, emphasis on images, and attention to high-yield “tough stuff” vignettes you don’t know the answers to (yet), Acing the GI Board Exam is truly the ultimate crunch-time resource for acing the GI and Hepatology examination, taking re-certifying examinations, looking good on clerkship rounds, or for just challenging yourself with interesting and entertaining vignettes.
Integrative Gastroenterology (Weil Integrative Medicine Library) see details » « hide
Published by Oxford University Press, USA
on 6/27/2011
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In this volume, an international panel of leading experts provides a wealth of information for health care practitioners and consumers on the rationale, methods, modalities, and efficacy of integrative solutions for gastrointestinal disorders. Coverage includes a diverse range of treatment methods, such as meditation, massage, yoga, supplements, special diets, energy medicine, homeopathy, and acupuncture, as well as a special section devoted to mind-body medicine in digestive health and disease. In discussing unconventional treatments, the authors address many of the controversies that surround the remedies.
Primo Gastro: The Pocket GI/Liver Companion (Guardino, Primo Gastro: The Pocket GI/Liver Companion) see details » « hide
Published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
on 9/1/2007
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Designed for quick, easy point-of-care reference during hospital rounds and in the outpatient clinic, this pocket book provides clinically relevant information on over 100 gastrointestinal, pancreatic, and hepatic problems and important endoscopy topics. Each topic is presented in easy-to-scan bullet lists and tables on interfacing pages, with headings that include definition, epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, physical examination, laboratory studies, diagnostic studies, treatments, complications, and prognosis. The latest national treatment guidelines are presented at the top of the page. When appropriate, topics are cross-referenced to each other.
Textbook of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology see details » « hide
Published by Wiley-Blackwell
on 5/29/2012
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Gastroenterology and Hepatology Board Review: Pearls of Wisdom, Third Edition (Pearls of Wisdom Medicine) see details » « hide
Published by McGraw-Hill/Appleton & Lange
on 4/20/2012
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An intense, streamlined review for the gastroenterology board exam
Gatroenterology and Hepatology Board Review: Pearls of Wisdom, 3e is a unique question and single-answer review for gastroenterology in-service and board exams. The book features about 3,500 questions with only the correct answer provided, reinforcing the answer students need to remember on exam day. Emphasis is placed on distilling key facts and clinical pearls essential for exam success.
Features
- NEW chapter organization by anatomy to help poinpoint areas of weakness
- FULL COLOR image gallery
- NEW chapters on Radiography and Endoscopy
