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The pharmacologic management of Crohn's disease

This article discusses pharmacologic options for the treatment of Crohn's disease, including aminosalicylates, corticosteroids, immunosuppresant agents, and biologic agents.

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Personalized Medicine for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: The Role of KRAS Testing and Its Impact on Clinical Decisions

Educational Objectives On completion of this activity, participants should be able to (1) Evaluate the data surrounding KRAS testing and outcomes for targeted therapies in mCRC (2) Define the appropriate use of KRAS testing in mCRC (3) Identify strategies to overcome the barriers to appropriate use of KRAS testing in the community

Serious Infections in the Hospital Setting

The primary objectives of this DVD and monograph are to provide infectious disease specialists, surgeons, critical care specialists, pulmonologists, hospitalists, and hospital pharmacists with current and clinically relevant information about the diagnosis, classification, and optimal multidisciplinary management of complicated infectious diseases, and to help clinicians improve the quality of care they provide their patients.

Constipation: A Significant Clinical Problem Affecting Quality of Life

LEARNING OBJECTIVES At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be better prepared to (1) Increase their knowledge of the key mechanisms underlying IBS-C and CC. (2) Review clinical data related to current and emerging therapies for IBS-C and CC. (3) Implement diagnostic and management strategies for IBS-C and CC, with appropriate use of diagnostic criteria and measures. (4) Consider the need for a multidisciplinary approach to the management of patients with IBS-C and CC.

New Horizons in the Management of Type 2 Diabetes: Expanding the Treatment Paradigm for Glycemic Control and Risk Reduction

This activity will review the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes, the mechanisms by which incretin hormones affect glucose homeostasis, the impact of early intervention on glycemic control, and the role of incretin-based therapeutics in the management of type 2 diabetes.

Preventing Medical Errors for Clinical Health Professionals

This educational monograph addresses the identification, reporting, monitoring and reduction of medical error. It is intended to make participants aware of the magnitude of the problem, of the many-leveled activities needed to resolve it, and the importance of each person's role in the national effort to reduce medical errors.