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Online registration is closed, please register onsite.
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a common global health problem that needs to be managed in its early stages. Detection and treatment of the disease in these early stages can also prevent development or slow the disease progression, and reduce complications. The 2nd Annual Jefferson Renal Update Symposium is specifically designed to not only address the risk factors, but also the disease burden, recommendations for assessment and management, clinical practice guidelines, clinical trials, new therapies, areas of uncertainty and future challenges of this disease. 
Through didactic lectures, case presentations, and panel discussions, the following topics will be explored:
- Dysnatremia and Potassium Disorder
- Bone and Mineral Disease
- New Hypertension Guidelines
- Chronic Kidney Disease Update & Safety
- Nephrolithiasis
- Dialysis Potpourri
This course is designed for practicing physicians, nurses/nurse practitioners, hospitalists, residents, fellows, and allied health professionals specializing in nephrology, internal medicine, family medicine, and general practice.
Preliminary Program Agenda & Learning Objectives
For more course information, please view the preliminary program agenda and learning objectives.
Parking is available in the Dorrance H. Hamilton Building (entrance on 11th Street). Discounts are not available.
For directions and additional parking information, please click here.
Travel
The nearest hotel to Thomas Jefferson University Campus is the Holiday Inn Express Midtown located at 1305 Walnut Street.
Holiday Inn Express Midtown
1305 Walnut Street
Philadelphia PA, 19107
Reservations: 215-732-2022
Rates: $134 special hospital/university rate
No extra person charge. Includes complimentary breakfast, free access to wireless internet and onsite fitness center. Parking is $27 per day (with in and out privileges).
For additional hotels in the area, that also offer a Jefferson discounted rate, please visit: http://hospitals.jefferson.edu/patients-and-visitors/center-city/hotels-and-lodging/
All faculty at continuing educating activities for nurses, physicians and allied health professionals are required to disclose to the audience:
Any significant financial relationships with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial products, goods or services
- Any unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices discussed in their presentations.
Such disclosures will be made in writing in the course presentation materials. Jefferson Conflict of Interest resolution process may result in changes to the program agenda.
ACCREDITATION INFORMATION
PHYSICIANS
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAFP
This Live activity, 2nd Annual Jefferson Renal Update Symposium, with a beginning date of 09/28/2018, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 5.00 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
NURSES
This activity is approved for 5.0 contact hour(s) of continuing education by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Activity ID 18083299. This activity was planned in accordance with AANP Accreditation Standards and Policies.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS
The American Academy of Physician Assistants accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. (www.aapa.org).
Available Credit
- 5.00 AAFP
- 5.00 AANP
- 5.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 5.00 Attendance
Price
Online registration is closed, please register onsite.
REGISTRATION FEES
| Profession/Affiliation | Fee |
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| Practicing Physician | $95 |
| Nurse, Nurse Practitioner or Other Healthcare Professional | $65 |
| Jefferson Health (Center City Campus, Methodist, Abington, Aria, Kennedy, Magee Faculty & Staff) | $50 |
| Non-Jefferson Resident or Fellow | $50 |
| Jefferson Health Resident or Fellow | $0 |
PAST PARTICIPANTS - Contact the Office of CME at 215-955-6992 or jeffersoncpd@jefferson.edu to receive a 20% off coupon code.
| HOW TO REGISTER |
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IMPORTANT DEADLINES:
To register online, you must have a CPD @ JeffLearn account.
If paying by check, please fill out paper registration and mail to the address listed on the form. |