This event has been approved for 4.5 AMA PRA Category I CME Credits™ and 4.5 EBP CEUs by the BOC.

Jointly provided by University Orthopaedic Associates, LLC, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, and the Center for Continuing and Outreach Education at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences.

Overview

Shoulder conditions are among the most common musculoskeletal presentations seen in a primary care providers’ office. In 2013 it was reported that there were 11 million visits for shoulder injury and 80% of people with shoulder pain were treated in the general practice setting first. Medical knowledge is continuing to evolve as evidence based practice guidelines are refined and intensively scrutinized. Common shoulder disorders often exhibit similar clinical features which may create some clinical confusion for primary care providers. Poor consensus exists surrounding the classification and naming of many shoulder conditions, compounded by evidence indicating that clinical examination and investigations may have limited utility.  However, providing practical training to general practitioners about shoulder problems has significant benefit and cost effectiveness.  A thorough understanding of the shoulder anatomy, combined with improved clinical judgment, are essential when formulating a diagnosis and management plan for the patient with an injured shoulder. “The Shoulder 2016: An Evidence Based Update” is designed to provide primary care providers with a comprehensive understanding of shoulder injury management.

Target Audience

This activity is designed for primary care physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists, athletic trainers and other allied healthcare professionals involved in or have an interest in shoulder injuries.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this program, learners should be able to:

• Review the basic anatomy of the shoulder.
• Recognize common risk factors of shoulder injury.
• Describe the fundamentals of a comprehensive physical examination of the shoulder.
• Define common injury mechanisms of shoulder injury.
• Summarize conservative and operative treatment options for patients and athletes with common shoulder injuries.
• Describe considerations for the use of injectable medications including biologics based on shoulder pathology.
• List the goals, criteria and benchmarks for shoulder rehabilitation and progression.
• Summarize conservative and operative treatment options for clavicle fractures.
• Recognize a clinical indicator via evaluation for determining when patients could benefit from a shoulder arthroplasty.
• Formulate preventative strategies for patients who wish to reduce shoulder injury.

University Orthopaedic Associates, LLC

Christopher Doumas, MD – Orthopaedic Surgeon; Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Charles J. Gatt, Jr., MD – Orthopaedic Surgeon; Clinical Associate Professor and Chairman, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Timothy P. Leddy, MD – Orthopaedic Surgeon; Clinical Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

James T. Monica, MD – Orthopaedic Surgeon; Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Mohammed Raza, PT, DPT – Physical Therapist

Blake Swan, CSCS, TSAC-F, FMS, CPT, PHB – Lead Coordinator, Sports Performance

Kenneth G. Swan, MD – Orthopaedic Surgeon; Clinical Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Planning Committee

Charles J. Gatt, Jr., MD

Eric Nussbaum, MEd, ATC, LAT, Athletic Trainer, University Orthopaedic Associates, LLC

Disclosure

All individuals who affect the content of continuing education activities are required to disclose to the audience any real or apparent conflict of interest related to the activity. The activity faculty is further required to disclose discussion of off-label/investigational uses in their presentations. These disclosures will be made to the audience at the time of the activity.

Accreditation:

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and University Orthopaedic Associates, LLC. Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.5 AMA PRA Category I Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This program has been approved for a maximum of 4.5 hours of EBP Category continuing education by the BOC, Inc.

Certified Athletic Trainers:

University Orthopaedic Associates, LLC is recognized by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education for Certified Athletic Trainers. This program has been approved for a maximum 4.5 hours of EBP Category continuing education. Certified Athletic Trainers are responsible for claiming only those hours actually spent participating in the continuing education activity.

Method of Participation:

In order to meet the learning objectives and receive continuing education credits, participants who are expected to check in at the registration desk, attend the educational program, and complete the credit request and evaluation forms at the conclusion of the activity. A letter certifying attendance and credit verification will be mailed to participants within 4 weeks.

Registration:

Please complete the registration form on the right. There will be a minimal, non-refundable tuition fee of $35.00 assessed which must be paid by credit card at the time of registration. Course registration includes continental breakfast, refreshment break, lunch, continuing education credits and course materials.

Can’t make it in person? No problem! We will be offering a live webinar of the seminar. Click here to register.

Meeting Facilities:

University Orthopaedic Associates, LLC
2 World’s Fair Drive
(Route 527 – Easton Ave and US Interstate 287)
2nd Floor Conference Room
Somerset, NJ 08873

Free parking is available at the meeting venue.