Webinar Series for
This webinar series focuses on the social, emotional, and environmental conditions that impact healthcare outcomes of older adults with the goal of helping providers approach geriatric care more holistically.
Each webinar offers 30 minutes of education and information related to communication skills, needs assessment, and relevant community resources.
CE Credit is available.*
Webinar 1: Goals of Care in the Time of COVID
Webinar 2: Social Determinants of Health
Webinar 3: Social Isolation and Depression
Webinar 4: Falls Prevention and Physical Safety
Webinar 5: Communication Skills with People Living With Dementia (PLWD) & Their Care Partners
Webinar 6: Interpersonal Violence and Elder Abuse
Webinar 7: Ensuring Appropriate Medication Management
Webinar #7 - Ensuring Appropriate Medication Management: Key Considerations for Older Adults
Over 25% of hospital readmissions for high-risk patients are related to medication issues. Join Ben Smith, a pharmacist board certified in geriatrics, to learn how to ensure that older adults in your practice are taking medications appropriately, how to avoid adverse events, and learn about resources to help.
September 1st, 2020
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Duke Continuing Medical Education page for this webinar (Click this link for CME credit)
# of Credits: 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM, ANCC, ACPE, JA0000655-0000-20-018-H04-P;JA0000655-0000-20-018-H04-T Credit Type: Joint Accreditation
Webinar #6 - Interpersonal Violence and Elder Abuse: How To Support Older Adults in this Complex Situation
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an intentional act or failure to act causes harm to 1 in 10 adults over the age of 60 who live in the home, often at the hands of a trusted family member or caregiver. We will discuss the different forms of elder abuse and when to report suspected cases to protect those most vulnerable to this common, yet underreported, problem.
August 18th, 2020
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Duke Continuing Medical Education page for this webinar (Click this link for CME credit)
# of Credits: .50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM, ANCC, JA0000655-0000-20-047-H04-P; JA0000655-0000-20-047-H04-T Credit Type: Joint Accreditation
Webinar #5 - Communication Skills with People Living with Dementia & their Care Partners
People living with dementia often have difficulty communicating their wants and needs to others, which poses many challenges. Join us as we learn from experts about skills for communicating more effectively with persons living with dementia (PLWDs) and what resources in the community are there to help.
August 4, 2020
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Duke Continuing Medical Education page for this webinar (Click this link for CME credit)
# of Credits: .50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM, ANCC, ACPE JA0000655-0000-20-022-H04-P; JA0000655-0000-20-022-H04-T Credit Type: Joint Accreditation
Webinar #4 - Falls in Older Adults: A Team Approach to Assessments & Interventions
Over half of older adults fall each year, and nearly 1/3 fall multiple times. While the underlying etiology of falls can vary, it is not an inevitable part of aging, and it threatens both health and well-being. Join us as we discuss what risk factors to assess and how to intervene.
July 21st, 2020
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Duke Continuing Medical Education page for this webinar (Click this link for CME credit)
# of Credits:1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM, ANCC Credit Type: Joint Accreditation
Webinar #3 - Social Isolation: An overlooked chronic condition in older adults
Researchers have identified the correlation between social isolation and loneliness with poor health outcomes and increased healthcare spending, particularly in older adults. Healthcare providers can play a vital role in identifying the impact of limited social connection. We will discuss evidence based approaches and practical interventions that can improve the well-being of patients aging in place.
July 7th, 2020
Click HERE to access a recording of this event (to view the video only, no CME)
Duke Continuing Medical Education page for this webinar (Click this link for CME credit)
# of Credits: .50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM, ANCC, ACPE JA0000655-0000-20-022-H04-P; JA0000655-0000-20-022-H04-T Credit Type: Joint Accreditation
Webinar #2 - Social Determinants of Health: How to Ask, How to Help
June 23rd, 2020
As healthcare providers, we’re seeing the far-reaching effects from the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of our most vulnerable patients have been further impacted during this difficult time. We’re here to help you understand and manage social determinants of health for your patients.
Click HERE to access a recording of this event (to view the video only, no CME)
Duke Continuing Medical Education page for this webinar (Click this link for CME credit)
# of Credits:.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM, ANCC, ACPEJA0000655-0000-20-005-H05-P, JA0000655-0000-20-005-H04-T Credit Type:Joint Accreditation
Webinar #1: Goals of Care in the Time of COVID: Challenges & Opportunities
May 21, 2020
Discussions of patients’ wishes regarding their medical care can be difficult in the best of times, but what about during the current crisis? Has the COVID pandemic helped or hurt? This conversation will highlight how COVID has impacted communication with patients and families and communication techniques that work anytime goals of care are discussed.
Click HERE to watch a recording of this webinar (to view the video only, no CME)
Duke Continuing Medical Education page for this webinar (Click this link for CME credit)
# of Credits: .50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) TM,ANCC, ACPE JA0000655-0000-20-002-H04-P; JA0000655-0000-20-002-H04-T Credit Type: Joint Accreditation
* DISCLAIMER:
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In support of improving patient care, Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education and Professional Development is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), to provide continuing education for the health care team. |
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The Category 1: Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education and Professional Development designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nurse CE: Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education and Professional Development designates this activity for up to 0.5 credit hours for nurses. Nurses should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in this activity. Pharmacy: Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education and Professional Development designates this knowledge-based activity for a maximum of 0.5 ACPE Jointly provided by the Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education and Professional Development and Duke Population Health Management Office |
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