Dr. Ruchi Gaba discusses clinical findings and diagnostic techniques involved in identifying and managing patients with hyperthyroidism. She reviews the pathophysiology, signs, and symptoms of hyperthyroidism, with emphasis on common related diseases, such as Graves Disease. Additionally, she describes the current guidelines in imaging and laboratory tests when diagnosing hyperthyroidism. This activity is part of a Spotlight series that features health practitioners from a wide array of fields sharing their experience and expertise to provide care to patients at Baylor College of Medicine. The purpose of this series is to raise awareness on important health conditions commonly found within the patient population. Each session will aim to advance clinical knowledge, enhance the quality of patient care, and improve treatment outcomes.
- Provider:Baylor College of Medicine
- Activity Link: https://clinicianresources.bcm.edu/learning/bcm-select/032023-hyperthyroidism/
- Start Date: 2023-03-01 06:00:00
- End Date: 2023-03-01 06:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 0.5 hours
- Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: No, it's free
- Measured Outcome: Learner Competence, Learner Knowledge, Learner Performance
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all