Stream Link 1 PM: https://globalmeet.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1678273&tp_key=06a70598cc
Stream Link 6 PM: https://globalmeet.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1678278&tp_key=1b6e54aace
This activity is part 1 of a 3-part webinar curriculum.
Program Description
Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting the esophagusIts rising prevalence creates a growing burden on patients and health care systems. If untreated, EoE can progress to greater gastrointestinal complications, with negative impacts on the quality of life for patients and their caregivers. This webinar provides pharmacists with foundational information for managing therapies for patients with EoE. Participants will delve into the pathophysiology of EoE to gain a deeper understanding of the underlying mechanisms that contribute to the clinical presentation and diagnostic criteria. Expert faculty will review the economic burden and the role of emerging and recently approved therapies in treatment plans. Strategies for comprehensive patient education and communication will be emphasized throughout the discussion.
Target audience: Retail pharmacists
Type of activity: Application
Release date: August 15, 2024
Expiration date: October 15, 2024
Time to complete activity: 1.0 hour
Learner level: Foundational, Intermediate
Fee: Free
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Explain the pathophysiology of eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), including early signs and symptoms
- Identify the unmet clinical needs and economic burden of EoE
- Investigate the significant quality of life burden of patients with EoE
Jill A. Morgan, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, FNAP
Professor and Chair
University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
Baltimore, Maryland
Pharmacy Times Continuing Education™ is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This activity is approved for 1.0 contact hour (0.10 CEU) under the ACPE universal activity number 0290-0000-24-190-L01-P. The activity is available for CE credit through October 15, 2024.
Instructions for Completing the Activity and Receiving CPE Credit
To receive CPE credit, participants must complete the pretest, review the activity in its entirety, complete the posttest, and complete the online activity evaluation. After successful completion of the online activity evaluation, you can submit your credit to CPE Monitor. You may view your credit within 48 hours at www.mycpemonitor.net. All participants must request credit before the activity expiration date. CE credit will not be issued after this date.
Disclosures
Faculty
Jill A. Morgan, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS, FNAP, has no financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose.
Pharmacy Times Continuing Education™ Planning Staff—Jim Palatine, RPh, MBA; Maryjo Dixon, RPh, MBA; Liza Patel, PharmD, RPh; Adam C. Welch, PharmD, MBA, FAPhA; Kylie Ferrentino; Susan Pordon; Brianna Winters; Chloe Taccetta; and Rebecca Green have no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose.
Anonymous peer reviewers were used as part of content validation and conflict resolution. The peer reviewers have no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose.
Educational Disclaimer
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