A Systematic Approach to Medically Unexplained Symptoms

Spotlight on Science Meetings, Conferences and Events brings you information on the following:  A Systematic Approach to Medically Unexplained Symptoms to be held on 8/9/17 - 8/12/17

This course will provide a diagnostic framework/template for chronic functionally-based conditions with shared etiologies and presentations. Subsequently, more specific management strategies for each condition will be provided, along with various clinical pearls. The program will attempt to cover various functionally-based conditions seen throughout the scope of internal medicine, selecting from a variety of pertinent general and subspecialty-derived conditions. Expert faculty will present evidence and case-based clinical approaches.

Learning Objectives:

Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:
Summarize a general framework/construct regarding the approach to chronic symptoms.
Integrate a cost-effective and efficient diagnostic methodology in the care of chronic symptoms.
Describe updates in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome.
Review management strategies in chronic headache conditions.
Describe therapeutic options for chronic subjective dizziness.