Hepatology for the Practicing Gastroenterologist

Program Objectives: As a result of participating in this program, attendees should be able to:

1.   Evaluate initial management and update on data regarding: Ascites, Hepatorenal Syndrome, SBP, Encephalopathy and Variceal Bleeding

2.   Determine appropriate timing of referral for liver transplantation

3.   Assess pre-operative risk assessment in cirrhotic patients

4.   Determine when to initiate HCV therapy.

Program Description: The MGA Endoscopic Education Committee has been formed with the mission of providing practical, evidence-based lectures and seminars to practicing gastroenterologists and GI fellows in New England who may not have the opportunity to attend more distant and extended national conferences. This lecture series covers a broad range of topics in endoscopy, hepatology, and gastroenterology.

AMA Credit Designation Statement

The Massachusetts Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Accreditation Statement

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of the Massachusetts Medical Society and the Massachusetts Gastroenterology Association.

The Massachusetts Medical Society is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

For questions or to request reasonable accommodations for a disability, please contact Ginny DuLong at (781) 434-7313 or vdulong@mms.org, or fax (781) 464-4896.