Sponsored by the North American Center for Continuing Medical Education (NACCME)
Target Audience
This activity is designed for podiatrists.
Learning Objectives
After completing this activity, participants should be able to:
- Discuss the prevalence of PAD and its potential impact among patients with diabetes;
- Review the pros and cons of the ankle brachial index and skin perfusion pressure testing in the diagnosis of PAD;
- Cite keys to the medical management of PAD;
- Compare and contrast vascular surgical options such as endarectomy with endovascular therapy; and
- Assess the merits of adjunctive therapies such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy and negative pressure wound therapy for diabetic foot ulcers.
CPME Accreditation
NACCME is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a sponsor of continuing education in podiatric medicine.
This activity is approved for 1 continuing education contact hour or .1 CEU.
A score of 70 percent or above will comprise a passing grade. A documentation of credit will be awarded to participants who successfully complete the exam. Those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form online may immediately print their documentation of credit.
There is no fee for the activity.
Release Date: August 2008
Expiration Date: August 31, 2009
Financial Disclosure and Conflicts of Interest
All faculty participating in Continuing Education programs sponsored by NACCME are expected to disclose to the audience any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentation.
Dr. Suzuki has disclosed that he is a consultant for Sechrist Industries, a scientific advisor for Vasamed and a member of the Speakers Bureau for KCI.
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