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SUMMARY:Legends of Our Time
DESCRIPTION:This panel will discuss pearls of wisdom from the national thought leaders in the field of ENT. We will discuss interesting cases\, as well as introduction of new technology and goals for future physicians. \nAfter this session\, attendees will be able to:\n1. Identify leaders who have made a difference in otolaryngology during our time\n2. Discuss major advancements in the last half of the 20th century and first quarter of the 21st century\n3. Review landmarks in otolaryngology progress
URL:https://mecop.org/event/legends-of-our-time/
LOCATION:Live Panel Discussion
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T155534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T162203Z
UID:47516-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Neuromodulation & Other Cutting-Edge Technologies in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
DESCRIPTION:A high-level interactive discussion between surgical leaders in the field of Obstructive Sleep Apnea – Drs. Stanley Liu\, Maria Suuma\, and Tapan Padhya\, and the CEOs and technology developers of tools that enable us to diagnose and treat the disorder. Discussions will center around new developments in the diagnosis of OSA and the role Home Sleep Testing is playing in the future for assessing patients for possible neuromodulation. How physicians are incorporating DISE into their practice\, and what recommendations about the best approach and possible pitfalls to avoid during that early learning curve. What have we learned so far in terms of effectiveness of neuromodulation as compared to other modalities from a morbidity and mortality perspective. Surgical pearls from our panelists that assist in patient selection and surgical technique perspective. And finally\, expert opinions on where neuromodulation might be 10 years from now and how technology or surgical approach to implantation look in the future. \nParticipants that attend will be able to:\n1. Describe how Home Sleep Testing may be utilized for assessing patients for possible neuromodulation.\n2. List recommendations for incorporating DISE into a clinical practice.\n3. Discuss future possibilities for technology or surgical approach as it relates to OSA.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/neuromodulation-other-cutting-edge-technologies-in-obstructive-sleep-apnea/
LOCATION:Virtual Panel Discussion
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T155721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T154202Z
UID:47522-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Allergy Overview and Management Options
DESCRIPTION:The session will review indications for treating allergic disease\, methods of allergy testing and treatment options. \nAfter this session\, participants will be able to:\n1. Discuss work up of allergy patients to include in vivo and in vitro testing\n2. Describe skin testing options\n3. Describe allergy immunotherapy treatment options
URL:https://mecop.org/event/allergy-overview-and-management-options/
LOCATION:Virtual Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T165052Z
UID:47525-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Sinusitis for the APP
DESCRIPTION:This session provides an overview of the diagnosis and treatment of chronic sinusitis from the APP perspective. The session will include basic anatomy\, clinical presentations and common medical management techniques. \nAt the conclusion of this activity\, participants will be able to:\n1. Describe the anatomy of the nose and paranasal sinuses\n2. Explain the difference between acute and chronic rhinosinusitis\n3. Identify the most common clinical presentation of CRS\n4. Discuss the medical management of chronic rhinosinusitis\n5. List the latest treatments for CRS
URL:https://mecop.org/event/diagnosis-and-treatment-of-chronic-sinusitis-for-the-app/
LOCATION:Virtual Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T160054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T165757Z
UID:47528-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:The APP and Research in Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide a brief overview of the current research including advanced practice providers and their participation in H&N surgery. \nAfter attending this session\, participants will be able to:\n1. list current research articles that involve APPs and the field of otolaryngology\n2. discuss outcomes of current research and areas that need to still be evaluated
URL:https://mecop.org/event/the-app-and-research-in-otolaryngology-head-neck-surgery/
LOCATION:Virtual Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T190906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T174529Z
UID:47607-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Reconstructive Challenges Following Extirpation of Head and Neck Cancer
DESCRIPTION:The surgical care of patients with cancers of the head & neck region is particularly challenging\, given the unique reconstructive needs of this part of the body. Oncologic surgeons cannot only focus on cancer removal but must also keep in mind restoration of aesthetics and function. This panel will work up the reconstructive ladder\, providing a case based review of various reconstructive options for an array of simple to complex head & neck defects. \nAfter this session\, attendees will be able to:\n1. Describe the challenges involved in reconstruction after head and neck cancer surgery\n2. Identify the best reconstructive techniques based on different defects\n3. Indicate barriers to successful reconstruction of head and neck surgery patients.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/reconstructive-challenges-following-extirpation-of-head-and-neck-cancer/
LOCATION:Live Panel Discussion
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T191456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T155204Z
UID:47616-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Radiology for the Hearing Healthcare Provider
DESCRIPTION:The comprehensive evaluation of auditory and vestibular disorders requires the combined efforts of different disciplines using diagnostic modalities\, including radiographic imaging. Transdisciplinary collaborative care of patients can be improved through a working knowledge of the indications\, study types\, and clinical correlations for radiographic imaging studies. This session will provide attendees with an overview of relevant anatomy and pathology demonstrated on MRI and CT scan radiographic studies as it relates to hearing and balance. By means of case presentations\, the presenters will discuss indications for different studies and the integration of study results into team-based comprehensive care for patients. \nUpon completion of this presentation\, participants will be able to:\n1. Discuss the purpose\, process\, and indications of different radiographic imaging modalities\n2. Describe relevant anatomy of the auditory and vestibular systems through radiographic imaging modalities.\n3. Identify appropriate imaging studies that are involved in the evaluation and management of diseases affecting the auditory and vestibular systems.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/radiology-for-the-hearing-healthcare-provider/
LOCATION:Live Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T191650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T172749Z
UID:47622-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Join the General Otolaryngology Session: Minimally Invasive & New Trends in Otology
DESCRIPTION:This panel of internationally recognized experts will present and discuss interesting and challenging cases. The moderator will facilitate discussion amongst the panelists and audience participation is encouraged. The audience will hear about the newest and most cutting-edge treatment of ear and ear pathology.\nCases may include management of:\n• Eustachian tube dysfunction\n• Chronic inflammatory ear disease\n• Tinnitus subjective and objective\n• Presbyacousis\n• Syndromic ear diseases\n• Malignant tumors of the external ear \nAfter attending this session\, the attendee will be able to:\n• Recognize common and uncommon presentations of ear conditions treated by otologists.\n• Compare and contrast various treatment options for the conditions seen in an modern otologic practice\n• Describe the current clinical practice options for treatment of advanced otologic conditions\n• Identify the presenting symptoms of Eustachian tube\, hearing loss and other conditions of the ear.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/join-the-general-otolaryngology-session-minimally-invasive-new-trends-in-otology/
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T191825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T162037Z
UID:47625-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Minimally Invasive & New Trends in Otology
DESCRIPTION:This panel of internationally recognized experts will present and discuss interesting and challenging cases. The moderator will facilitate discussion amongst the panelists and audience participation is encouraged. The audience will hear about the newest and most cutting-edge treatment of ear and ear pathology.\nCases may include management of:\n• Eustachian tube dysfunction\n• Chronic inflammatory ear disease\n• Tinnitus subjective and objective\n• Presbycusis\n• Syndromic ear diseases\n• Malignant tumors of the external ear \nAfter attending this session\, the attendee will be able to:\n1. Recognize common and uncommon presentations of ear conditions treated by otologists.\n2. Compare and contrast various treatment options for the conditions seen in an modern otologic practice\n3. Describe the current clinical practice options for treatment of advanced otologic conditions\n4. Identify the presenting symptoms of Eustachian tube\, hearing loss and other conditions of the ear.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/minimally-invasive-new-trends-in-otology-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Panel Discussion
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T191953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T165129Z
UID:47631-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Evaluation and the Head and Neck Mass
DESCRIPTION:This is an introductory course for students entering the clinical management of head and neck tumors. Risk factors for mucosal based malignancies will be presented. Clinical presentations of the tonsil\, base of tongue\, oral tongue\, hypo pharynx and larynx malignancies will be discussed. This session target audiences include medical students\, residents\, physician assistants and nurse practitioners beginning to clinically manage head and neck cancer. \nLearning Objectives:\n1. Discuss head and neck tumor risk factors and clinical presentations.\n2. Understand the various characteristics of suspicious neck mass.\n3. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of the many options in the initial evaluation of this patient.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/evaluation-and-the-head-and-neck-mass-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T192204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T161439Z
UID:47637-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Differential Diagnosis and Evaluation of Hoarseness
DESCRIPTION:This session is geared toward the new and seasoned APP with up-to-date clinical practice guidelines for the evaluation and treatment of Hoarseness. Pertinent history and physical examination\, diagnostic tools at our disposal\, special considerations\, and differential diagnoses will also be presented. \nAfter this session\, attendees will be able to:\n1. Describe an overview of laryngeal anatomy\n2. Discuss recommended clinical practice guidelines for the evaluation and treatment of hoarseness\n3. List common etiologies and discuss differential diagnoses
URL:https://mecop.org/event/differential-diagnosis-and-evaluation-of-hoarsness/
LOCATION:Virtual Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T192334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T175741Z
UID:47640-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:The APP and the Field of Facial Plastic Surgery
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide a brief overview the advanced practice provider’s role within the specialty of Facial Plastics. \nAttendees will be able to:\n1. Describe how facial plastic/reconstructive patients are different than ENT patients\n2. List a spectrum of treatment in facial plastics
URL:https://mecop.org/event/the-app-and-the-field-of-facial-plastic-surgery/
LOCATION:Live Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T192505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T172905Z
UID:47646-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Advances in Rhinoplasty
DESCRIPTION:A panel discussion of national leaders in rhinoplasty with emphasis on new techniques\, tools\, and approaches used for these procedures. \nAfter this session\, attendees will be able to:\n1. Summarize the most recent advances in rhinoplasty\n2. Identify the patients who are best suited for various rhinoplasty techniques\n3. Describe indications that may make the patient not best suited for the procedure
URL:https://mecop.org/event/advances-in-rhinoplasty/
LOCATION:Live Panel Discussion
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T192729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T162644Z
UID:47652-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Radiology for the Hearing Healthcare Provider
DESCRIPTION:The comprehensive evaluation of auditory and vestibular disorders requires the combined efforts of different disciplines using diagnostic modalities\, including radiographic imaging. Transdisciplinary collaborative care of patients can be improved through a working knowledge of the indications\, study types\, and clinical correlations for radiographic imaging studies. This session will provide attendees with an overview of relevant anatomy and pathology demonstrated on MRI and CT scan radiographic studies as it relates to hearing and balance. By means of case presentations\, the presenters will discuss indications for different studies and the integration of study results into team-based comprehensive care for patients. \nUpon completion of this presentation\, participants will be able to:\n1. Discuss the purpose\, process\, and indications of different radiographic imaging modalities\n2. Describe relevant anatomy of the auditory and vestibular systems through radiographic imaging modalities.\n3. Identify appropriate imaging studies that are involved in the evaluation and management of diseases affecting the auditory and vestibular systems.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/radiology-for-the-hearing-healthcare-provider-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T192859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T174931Z
UID:47655-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Remote Patient Monitoring in Audiology: Text and Email
DESCRIPTION:In a time where practices never seem to have enough time or staff\, remote patient monitoring using automated communications and workflow reduce effort and decrease the cost to manage patients. New systems using automated text and email prompts to stay connected increase revenue and improve patient experience and outcomes. \nThis session reviews ENT and Audiology practices’ use of text and email prompts to expand capacity and drive results. It features Henry Ford Hospital System’s use of text and email to connect with Hearing Aid patients to measure outcomes while measuring the feasibility of implementing a web-based patient engagement system. \n• Identify conditions driving virtual patient management and the use of text and email prompts\n• Identify uses of virtual patient management in ENT and audiology practices\n• List planning steps and implementation success factors
URL:https://mecop.org/event/remote-patient-monitoring-in-audiology-text-and-email/
LOCATION:Live Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T193028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T160029Z
UID:47661-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Cutting-Edge Testing Techniques\, Immunotherapy Options & Biologics in Otolaryngic Allergy
DESCRIPTION:This highly interactive panel discusses everything from evaluation to treatment and all aspects of otolaryngic allergy. The internationally known panel of Drs. Baine\, Benninger\, Franzese\, Reisacher\, Toskala\, and Wise will weigh in on state of the specialty concepts and visions for the upcoming future. Panelists will debate the most accurate and evidence-based approaches to allergy testing\, discuss establishing an allergy and immunotherapy center\, including initial considerations and protocols to manage more advanced evaluations. Traditional immunotherapy and alternative immunotherapy will be covered\, as part of the evolution of the field. And lastly\, how Biologics come into play – current considerations\, future indications\, and comparing the options. \nParticipants will be able to:\n1. List evidence-based approaches to allergy testing\n2. Identify considerations for more advanced allergy evaluations\n3. Discuss future indications of Biologics
URL:https://mecop.org/event/cutting-edge-testing-techniques-immunotherapy-options-biologics-in-otolaryngic-allergy/
LOCATION:Virtual Panel Discussion
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T193159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T170017Z
UID:47664-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:The APP and the Field of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide an overview of obstructive sleep apnea including diagnosis and management. It will review symptoms\, screening tools\, diagnostic testing\, and both surgical and nonsurgical treatment options. \nAttendees will be able to:\n1. Identify the obstructive sleep apnea patient based on risk factors\, symptoms\, and physical exam.\n2. Discuss the ordering and interpreting sleep study results.\n3. Identify treatment options for obstructive sleep apnea\, including surgical and nonsurgical.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/the-app-and-the-field-of-obstructive-sleep-apnea/
LOCATION:Virtual Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T193339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T174609Z
UID:47670-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Care of the Professional Voice
DESCRIPTION:To learn about diagnosis and management of voice disorders in voice professionals as a general OTOHNS provider. Discussions around cases. \nAttendees will be able to:\n1. Define the professional voice user\n2. Identify vocal health tips\n3. Discuss management of phonotraumatic lesions in the professional voice patient\n4. Describe specific protocols in laryngeal surgery for professional voice patients
URL:https://mecop.org/event/care-of-the-professional-voice/
LOCATION:Live Panel Discussion
CATEGORIES:AMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T193528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T164911Z
UID:47676-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:The Ear: Anatomy\, Physiology\, Evaluation & Treatment of Common Ear Disorders
DESCRIPTION:This session covers a basic overview of otology for the APP. The speaker will cover basic anatomy\, otoscopy and microscopy and bedside screening tools. Common outer and middle ear disease and referral suggestions are also discussed. \nAfter this course\, attendees will be able to:\n1. Identify landmarks on the outer ear\, tympanic membrane and middle ear.\n2. Identify external and middle ear conditions using otoscopy and microscopy.\n3. Discuss the use of tuning forks as a bedside screening tool.\n4. Apply basic knowledge about outer and middle ear disease for appropriate referral treatment.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/the-ear-anatomy-physiology-evaluation-treatment-of-common-ear-disorders/
LOCATION:Virtual Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T193657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T165013Z
UID:47682-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Review of the Audiological Test Battery for the APP
DESCRIPTION:In medical clinics across the country\, each audiology department has different testing available for referral. This session is a high-level overview of the most common tests that are offered in a general practice location. The speaker will provide a general overview of the auditory system\, the most common audiological tests\, common equipment\, patient instructions & time of the procedure and a sampling of the results provided to the physician for review. \nParticipants will be able to:\n1. list common audiological tests\,\n2. describe the testing process including patient instructions and length of the assessment\n3. identify common aspects of anatomy.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/review-of-the-audiological-test-battery-for-the-app/
LOCATION:Virtual Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T193808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T174643Z
UID:47685-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Surgical Management for Hearing Loss
DESCRIPTION:This panel will discuss the different treatment options available for hearing loss which can be managed surgically and will provide a lively discussion amongst the leaders in the field of otology. \nAfter attending this session\, the attendee will be able to:\n1. Recognize surgically treatable hearing loss conditions\n2. Compare and contrast various treatment options for chronic inflammatory ear diseases related hearing loss.\n3. Describe the current clinical practice options for presbyacusis\n4. Identify and treat unilateral hearing loss\n5. List and be familiar with treatment of otosclerosis
URL:https://mecop.org/event/surgical-management-for-hearing-loss/
LOCATION:Live Panel Discussion
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T194113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T162717Z
UID:47691-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Man vs Machine: The Value of Vestibular Testing in Dizzy Patient Triage for ENT
DESCRIPTION:Failures of care coordination and ineffective treatments waste more than US$175 billion in the USA alone. One of the most challenging problems is matching the right clinician to the right patient at the right time. Dizziness and vertigo exemplify this problem. Symptoms may be caused by illnesses that cross multiple medical specialties\, requiring evaluations by well-coordinated teams of experts to achieve the best clinical outcomes. This study reviewed the first steps of a large project to automate and optimize scheduling of multi-disciplinary consultations for patients with dizziness at our center using machine learniAttendees will be able to discuss how intelligent algorithms can be applied to the automated triage of dizzy patients. \nAttendees will be able to explain the process of how to train and validate a machine learning algorithm.\nParticipants will be able to describe the effectiveness of a commercial algorithm on automated triage of dizzy patients.ng techniques.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/man-vs-machine-the-value-of-vestibular-testing-in-dizzy-patient-triage-for-ent-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T194257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T164836Z
UID:47697-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Sinonasal Polyps: Advances in Pathophysiology and Treatment Paradigms
DESCRIPTION:A panel of rhinologists and allergists will discuss the current understanding of the pathophysiology of sinonasal polyps and how that has led to current recommendations about medical and surgical options. \nAfter attending\, participants will be able to:\n1. Discuss the pathophysiology of sinonasal polyps\n2. List current treatment paradigms for medical and/or surgical intervention\n3. Describe the role of biologics and choosing the right biologic for different patient populations
URL:https://mecop.org/event/sinonasal-polyps-advances-in-pathophysiology-and-treatment-paradigms/
LOCATION:Virtual Panel Discussion
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T194445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T170115Z
UID:47703-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:The Clinical Utility of VEMP in an ENT Practice: Lessons Learned
DESCRIPTION:The cervical and ocular vestibular evoked myogenic potential (cVEMP and oVEMP\, respectively) are clinical tests used to measure the integrity of the saccule and utricle and their associated neural pathways. While VEMPs have a clear role in the diagnosis of otolith impairments associated with disorders affecting the vestibular system\, there are a variety of the methods historically used to stimulate and record these reflexes. This presentation will discuss the differences in VEMP methodology\, clinical utility of VEMP testing in different vestibular disorders\, as well as common pitfalls often encountered when measuring this response. A thorough discussion about the role of VEMPs in the standard vestibular test battery will also be discussed. \nFollowing this presentation\, the learner will be able to…\n1. Describe the clinical utility of VEMP testing across a variety of vestibular disorders\n2. Identify common pitfalls often encountered during routine VEMP testing\n3. Understand the role of VEMPs in the context of the standard vestibular test battery
URL:https://mecop.org/event/the-clinical-utility-of-vemp-in-an-ent-practice-lessons-learned/
LOCATION:Virtual Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221108T194557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T172912Z
UID:47706-1668211200-1668211200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Join the General Otolaryngology Session: Surgical Management for Hearing Loss
DESCRIPTION:This panel will discuss the different treatment options available for hearing loss which can be managed surgically and will provide a lively discussion amongst the leaders in the field of otology. \nAfter attending this session\, the attendee will be able to:\n1. Recognize surgically treatable hearing loss conditions\n2. Compare and contrast various treatment options for chronic inflammatory ear diseases related hearing loss.\n3. Describe the current clinical practice options for presbyacusis\n4. Identify and treat unilateral hearing loss\n5. List and be familiar with treatment of otosclerosis
URL:https://mecop.org/event/join-the-general-otolaryngology-session-surgical-management-for-hearing-loss/
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T000000
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DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221109T021352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T173537Z
UID:47747-1668297600-1668297600@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Managing Auditory Processing Disorders in ENT
DESCRIPTION:The evaluation of central auditory function in children and adults should be considered an integral part of everyday practice for audiologists\, otolaryngologists and advanced practice providers. Many patients report audiology complaints\, in particular hearing when ambient noise is present or the auditory signal is unclear. Many of these patients often demonstrate normal peripheral hearing sensitivity as reflected on the audiogram. While the audiogram is an important tool\, it does not evaluate the auditory system in its entirety. This presentation will focus on pathophysiology of auditory processing\, as well as the principals behind diagnosis of auditory processing disorders and subsequent (re)habilitation and management approaches in audiology and otolaryngology settings. \nLearner Outcomes:\n1) Upon completion of this presentation participants will be able to understand the importance of implementing auditory processing evaluations into their audiology and otolaryngology practices.\n2) Upon completion of this presentation participants will be able to identify what tests can be used to evaluate the central auditory system.\n3) Upon completion of this presentation participants will be able to identify management approaches in patients diagnosed with auditory processing disorders including therapy and hearing aids.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/managing-auditory-processing-disorders-in-ent/
LOCATION:Live Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221109T021556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T174738Z
UID:47750-1668297600-1668297600@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Combining SMAS and Deep Plane Techniques to Maximize Vectors in Facelift Surgery
DESCRIPTION:Multivector approach to aging face surgery results in a a more natural\, long lasting improvement. This talk will feature a current technique which combines traditional SMAS dissection with deep plane component to maximize results. \nAttendees of this session will be able to:\n1. Discuss the effectiveness of adding deep plane dissection and tissue rearrangement to standard SMAS techniques.\n2. Describe standard SMAS techniques.\n3. List techniques to maximize results in aging face surgery.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/combining-smas-and-deep-plane-techniques-to-maximize-vectors-in-facelift-surgery/
LOCATION:Live Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221109T021749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T174808Z
UID:47753-1668297600-1668297600@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Best of Resident Presentations
DESCRIPTION:The top three posters from the poster competition will be asked to provide short oral presentations and questions and answers to attendees. \nAttendees will be able to:\n1. Discuss current otolaryngology research undertaken by students\, medical students and otolaryngology residents .
URL:https://mecop.org/event/best-of-resident-presentations/
LOCATION:Live Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221109T021939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T171931Z
UID:47756-1668297600-1668297600@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Genetic Newborn Hearing Screening: The New Frontier
DESCRIPTION:Newborn hearing screening (NBHS) has been successful at identification of children with hearing loss but is hampered by a high false positive rate and a high loss to follow up. Genetic testing has become essential in diagnostic evaluation of children with hearing loss. We propose that the current NBHS can be improved by incorporating genetic and cCMV screening as part of a ‘comprehensive’ NBHS with the goal being improved identification of children with hearing loss. \nUpon completion of this session\, the participant will be able to:\n1) Understand the strengths and weaknesses of the current newborn hearing screening methods.\n2) Identify the importance of genetic evaluation for hearing loss.\n3) Understand recent advances towards comprehensive newborn hearing screening.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/genetic-newborn-hearing-screening-the-new-frontier/
LOCATION:Live Lecture
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T000000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032341
CREATED:20221109T022144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T162758Z
UID:47759-1668297600-1668297600@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Cutting-Edge Approaches to the Nose and Sinuses
DESCRIPTION:This multidisciplinary panel of rhinology and rhinoplasty surgeons will engage in a discussion that will include a series of quick\, to the point\, opinions & current approaches that guide the listener in their sector of nasal or sinonasal surgery. This advanced panel will not focus on history and anatomy but will concentrate on current and cutting-edge approaches to the nose and sinuses. The panelists will also discuss their thoughts on rhinology in 2023 and beyond. The session will be structured around four short presentations and panel debate. \nAttendees will be able to:\n1. Describe inflammatory processes as they effect disease and healing of the nose and sinuses.\n2. List new techniques or approaches to the nasal septum.\n3. Identify more tested techniques that are still used today\n4. Discuss the use of dorsal preservation surgery and its potential role for minimally invasive valve options.\n5. Differentiate between new approaches for turbinates\, posterior nasal nerve\, nasal swell body and nasal valves.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/cutting-edge-approaches-to-the-nose-and-sinuses-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Panel Discussion
CATEGORIES:AMA
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