Series date: 
10/01/2016 - 7:30am EDT to 09/30/2017 - 8:30am EDT

Course description:

Sleep disorders are highly prevalent in modern society, and it can affect both adults and children.  If not treated, a sleep disorder can lead to chronic fatigue, disorientation and the inability to accomplish everyday tasks.  This conference series focuses on screening, diagnosis and evidence-based practices for the management of sleep disorders.

Target audience: 

Neurologists, Pulmonologists, Sleep Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Physicians, General Surgeons, Cardiologists, Pediatricians, ENTs, Podiatrists, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants,  Sleep Technicians, Nurses, Respiratory Therapists, Occupational Therapists and other interested healthcare professionals.

Learning objectives: 

  • Implement evidence-based best practice parameters for the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders commonly seen in clinical practice.
  • Utilize screening techniques for early diagnosis of sleep disorders.
  • Formulate treatment plans to include behavioral therapies when appropriate.
  • Determine when to refer patients to appropriate specialists.

Baptist Health South Florida is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Baptist Health has been re-surveyed by the ACCME and awarded Commendation for 6 years as a provider of CME for physicians.

Baptist Health South Florida designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Series location: 
Baptist Hospital
8900 N. Kendall Dr
Miami, FL 33176
United States