After several decades of low syphilis rates across the nation, syphilis rates have begun to skyrocket across Wisconsin. Known as the “Great Imitator”, syphilis has a variety of clinical manifestations and a complex testing algorithm that make it a difficult condition to identify and treat. As seen in the 1990s, with organized public health efforts and well-trained clinicians, it is possible to drastically reduce syphilis transmission. Wisconsin s current syphilis epidemic must be viewed as a wakeup call to a treatable issue. Through enhanced screening, treatment, contact tracing, and education, clinicians can provide better treatment for active syphilis cases, and by doing so, prevent future outbreaks. As a result of participation in this educational activity, members of the healthcare team will: Recognize the critical public health role of Emergency Departments in preventing the spread of syphilis. Interpret syphilis serology in the context of history and physical exam. Identify the stage of syphilis given history and physical exam along with appropriate treatment protocol. Recognize when empiric treatment for syphilis is necessary. Define the role of public health and required reporting in syphilis management.
- Provider:University of Wisconsin-Madison Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership
- Activity Link: https://ce.icep.wisc.edu/node/34607
- Start Date: 2024-09-19 05:00:00
- End Date: 2024-09-19 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AAPA Category 1 Credit™️: 0.75 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 0.75 hours
Nursing: 0.75 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABIM - 0.75 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
- Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: No, it's free
- Measured Outcome: Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Infectious Disease