TRAINING IN INFECTION CONTROL SELF STUDY PROGRAM
The University of Rochester, in collaboration with other teaching hospitals in the community, has developed a syllabus and self-study program with a post-test component, which has met the Department of Health and State Education Department requirements. Certification provided upon completion.
For more information, call 585.275.4392 or fax 585.275.3721.
No Category 1 credit provided
$18.50 - UR Faculty and Staff
$28.50 - All Others
The following forms are available to download and print to be faxed or mailed. ****Registration online is unavailable at this time. ******
Our office is located at G-8540 if you would like to pick your packet up or drop off your exam.   Application (.doc)                Application (.pdf)

PROTECTING STUDY VOLUNTEERS IN RESEARCH - Valid through May 31, 2007. This manual is intended to aid researchers in understanding the regulatory requirements and ethical principles upon which they are based. The manual will also identify issues that require sensitivity when designing or conducting human research studies.
Evaluation sheet must be sent back with answer sheet or no credit will be given.
Copyright 2004 - CME expires 05/31/07. Nursing CEU's valid until 3/30/08.
Credit: 7.5 Category 1; 9.0 Nursing contact hours
Fee: $25/All (when returned with answer sheet)
Contact: Center Watch at 1-800-765-9647. http://www.centerwatch.com
Copyright 2004 by Centerwatch Incorporated

NEW ONCOLOGY: THROMBOSIS - PREVENTION OF VENOUS THROMBOEMBOLIC DISEASE IN PATIENTS WITH CANCER -Vol.1, Issue 2 - valid through June 2007. This publication has been designed to focus on issues relating to the increasingly documented problem of cancer-associated thrombosis. It is increasingly recognized that patients with cancer are at high risk of developing thromboembolic complications. Each issue presents two leading articles addressing the topic.
Credit: 1.5 Category 1
Fee: None
Activity Director: Charles Francis, MD, University of Rochester Medical Center
Contact: Remedica Medical Education and Publishing, Ltd. at +44.(0)20 7759.2999 or email : info@remedica.com

PRACTICE GUIDELINES FOR THE TREATMENT OF PATIENTS WITH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS: A SELF-STUDY MODULE - Valid to June 2007. Substance abuse disorders are a major public health problem and among the leading causes of health, social, and occupational disability, and suicidal and violent behavior among adult Americans. The self-study module is designed to offer substance use, mental health, and primary care professionals a clear understanding of guideline recommended best practices. This activity is jointly sponsored with Behavioral Health at Unity Health System.
Credit: 2.0 Category 1
Fees: None
Activity Director: Dr. Rory Houghtalen
Contact: Ann Miller at amiller@unityhealth.org, or call 585.368.6901

THE ROLE OF PSYCHOSOCIAL COMORBIDITY IN THE TREATMENT OF CHRONIC PAIN - Valid to July 31, 2007. Recommendations from the 8th International Conference steering committee and attendee evaluations demonstrate a continued need for educational programs discussing the mechanisms and treatment of neuropathic pain, emphasizing the results of recent research and their implications for treatment. We gratefully acknowledge Eli Lilly and Company for its generous support through an unrestricted educational grant to support the production, distribution, and CME credit for this monograph.
Credit: 1.5 Category 1
Fee: None
Activity Director: Dr. Robert Dworkin

PREVENTING VASCULAR EVENTS IN HIGH-RISK PATIENTS: PRIMARY CARE ON THE FRONT LINE - Valid through September 2007
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming more lives than the next 5 leading causes of death. Treatment guidelines recommend evidence-based therapies, which have been shown to improve outcomes in high-risk patients. However, the underutilization of proven therapies remains a widespread problem, and many patients do not achieve recommended goals. This website uses a mult-faceted approach to equip physicians with tools to better manage their high risk and special-population patients, ensuring optimal clinical outcomes and improving the process of cardiovascular patient care. www.highriskCVD.com
Credit: 2.0 Category 1
Fee: None
Activity Director: Robert Heinig, MD, Clinical Professor, Department of Medicine
Contact: Kelli Locke, 646.351.4115 or email: kelli_locke@cerebrio.com
                                     

ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT (Brochure)
University of Rochester Medical Center.
These courses meet the standards of the American Heart Association for the training of providers in ACLS. The goal of these sessions is to integrate knowledge and motor skills into a clinically useful discipline. The courses are designed to develop skills and proficiency in the techniques of Emergency Cardiovascular Care. They are geared toward physicians, nurses, emergency medical technicians, and other healthcare providers.

ADVANCED TRAUMA LIFE SUPPORT/ATCN (Brochure)
Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN) refer to website for registration information.
University of Rochester Medical Center
The American College of Surgeons' Advanced Trauma Life Support Provider Course offers physicians an intensive education in the management of severely injured patients. Open to all physicians, these courses provide a structure which the participant will learn to identify injuries associated with major trauma as well as the management skills required for proper early resuscitation and treatment of injured patients. Please refer to brochure for registration information.