Speaker: Amy Epstein, CNM

Session Objectives: 

• Participants will demonstrate the ability to identify OB patients.
• Participants will demonstrate ability to identify what happens during routine prenatal visits.
• Participants will demonstrate ability to differentiate OB complaints from non-OB complaints.
• Participants will demonstrate ability to identify OB emergencies.
• Participants will identify resources for prescribing to patients who are pregnant or lactating.

Speaker: Aileen Berquist

Course Objectives:

Stay informed on the latest developments impacting PAs at the national and state levels in this essential update from the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA). This session will provide an overview of PA workforce trends, legislative and regulatory updates, state policy priorities, and key initiatives shaping the future of the profession. Learn about the PA Compact, recent advocacy efforts, and available AAPA resources designed to support PAs in their practice and professional growth. Whether you're a seasoned PA or a student preparing for your career, this session will equip you with the knowledge to navigate the evolving healthcare landscape.

Speaker: Dr. Vuong Nayima and Nick Rains, PA-C

Iowa Allergy Clinic

Course Description:

Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is one of the most common chronic skin conditions seen in primary care. This session will equip providers with the knowledge to accurately diagnose and effectively manage eczema in patients of all ages. We will discuss the latest treatment guidelines, including topical and systemic therapies, emerging biologics, and lifestyle modifications to improve patient outcomes. Additionally, attendees will learn how to differentiate eczema from similar dermatologic conditions, recognize common triggers, and provide patient-centered education for long-term skin health.

Speaker: Nick Rains, PA-C

Iowa Allergy Clinic

Session Description 

This session will provide attendees with an overview of food allergy and intolerance, including pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management. Participants will learn to differentiate between IgE-mediated allergic reactions and non-IgE-mediated food intolerances, explore current diagnostic tools, and discuss evidence-based treatment approaches. 

Learning Objectives

• Distinguish between IgE-mediated food allergies, non-IgE-mediated food allergies, and food intolerances based on pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and diagnostic criteria. 
• Review available evidence-based diagnostic tools such as skin prick testing, serum-specific IgE, component-resolved diagnostics, and oral food challenges to accurately diagnose food allergies and intolerances. 
• Gain knowledge in management strategies for patients with food allergies and intolerances, including: Dietary counseling, Emergency anaphylaxis management, Allergist referral, Oral immunotherapy.

Speaker: Christian Ostrander

Objectives:

• Review epidemiology, pathophysiology, and signs and symptoms of migraine headaches. 
• Recognize appropriate diagnostic work-up for headaches and “red flags” for more serious disease.
• Discuss appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic management of migraines.
• Provide effective patient education about migraines.

Speaker: Nikita Kulkarni, PA-S

Course Description:

Acral Lentiginous Melanoma (ALM) is an aggressive melanoma subtype that disproportionately affects individuals with skin of color. Due to its subtle presentation on the palms, soles, and nail beds, as well as systemic healthcare disparities, ALM is often diagnosed at later stages, leading to poorer outcomes. This session will explore the clinical presentation of ALM, the challenges contributing to delayed diagnosis, and the impact of healthcare inequities on patient outcomes. Attendees will also learn practical strategies to improve early detection and enhance the delivery of equitable care. These strategies include the use of diagnostic tools like the "CUBED" criteria, increased provider education, and patient outreach initiatives.

Session Objectives:

• Highlight the Key Characteristics of Acral Lentiginous Melanoma (ALM): Provide an overview of ALM, including its etiologies, risk factors, unique presentation, and prevalence among patients with skin of color.
• Outline Common Diagnostic Challenges in Skin of Color: Describe the factors contributing to diagnostic delays in ALM for patients with darker skin tones.
• Address Systemic and Health Inequity Barriers: Examine systemic factors contributing to ALM disparities in care, including access to dermatology specialists, insurance coverage, socioeconomic status, and implicit biases in medical education.
• Outline Strategies to Address ALM Health Disparities: Propose initiatives to enhance equitable care, such as increasing diversity in dermatologic research, expanding outreach, and improving access to dermatologic services. Suggest methods to raise awareness among healthcare providers and patients, including the use of "CUBED" criteria for ALM and other diagnostic aids.

Speaker: Britta Ten Haken

Course Description:

Have you ever taken a look at the CBC and wondered, "What's important?" "What do I not need to care about?" or "How do I even begin to explain these things to a patient asking questions?" Get ready to nerd out about the CBC (with differential!) and gain insight into how hematology manages common findings.

Speakers: Britta Ten Haken

Course Description:

Have you ever taken a look at the CBC and wondered, "What's important?" "What do I not need to care about?" or "How do I even begin to explain these things to a patient asking questions?" Get ready to nerd out about the CBC (with differential!) and gain insight into how hematology manages common findings.

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