Metabolism Matters: A 'Caring for Women Series CME Symposium

Dates and Times

Start: 2/24/2023 7:00 AM
End: 2/24/2023 4:40 PM

Objectives

• Define polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and highlight its heterogeneous and complicated presentation
• Review case studies to highlight ways to improve the recognition and diagnosis of PCOS
• Employ the mechanism of hormone management in PCOS and strategies for the use of hormone therapy for cycle control
• Identify evidence-based approaches to hirsutism, dermatologic changes and hair loss in the context of PCOS
• Recall the strong association between PCOS with metabolic syndrome and review cardiovascular risk evaluation and mitigation
• Describe the role of wellness in both the provider and the patient and create strategies to maximize the success of that partnership
• Illustrate the approach to diet and nutrition for weight loss, and develop strategies to overcome barriers to success
• Review current pharmacologic options for medical weight loss, and consider the best approach in the context of metabolic syndrome and PCOS
•  Evaluate the definition of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and recognize when and how to evaluate and refer
• Introduce the concept of body positivity, and review the impact of provider approach to this concept on successful management and improved health outcomes
• Define the current standard-of-care expectations in regards to reproductive and fertility issues in the context of PCOS
• Illustrate the current knowledge of the gut microbiome and its role in metabolic syndrome and PCOS; current understanding and future directions