PrEP MINI-RESIDENCY
The PrEP Mini-Residency is a half-day virtual training designed for prescribing clinicians who wish to learn how to prescribe Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) in clinical settings.
HCV MINI-RESIDENCY
The Hepatitis C Mini-Residency is a half-day virtual training for prescribing clinicians who want to learn how to diagnose, manage, and treat patients with hepatitis C infection.
Who is Eligible?
Missouri Clinician
Participants must currently practice in Missouri.
Be a Prescriber
This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and pharmacists; This activity is not-intended for clinicians who do not prescribe in their practice.
Intention to Prescribe
This training is intended for clinicians who are interested in adding PrEP provision or HCV treatment to their practice.
PREP MIni-Residency
Details
​Presenters:
Blair Thedinger, MD, AAHIVM, MATEC-MO Clinical Director
Travis Cohen, PrEP Navigator​
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Objectives:
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Describe the use and indications for current available PrEP options
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Daily Oral PrEP
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Event Driven PrEP
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Discuss role of Treatment As Prevention (TAsP) and U=U in HIV prevention
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Understand the significance of a status neutral approach in Ending the HIV Epidemic
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TelePrep and rural considerations
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HCV MINI-Residency
Details
Presenters:
Rachel Melson, DNP, Swope Health
Cole Whetstine, RN, Swope Health​
Morgan Brinker, Harm Reductionist
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Objectives:
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Summarize the history of Hepatitis C treatment in primary care settings
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Discuss the importance of universal screening for Hepatitis C elimination
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Identify patients for Hepatitis C screening and treatment
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Order the appropriate diagnostic work-up and medications for treatment utilizing evidenced based practice guidelines
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Detect, treat, and make referrals for health concerns that are related to Hepatitis C
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Discuss the syndemic of HIV, HCV, and OUD
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Identify available resources/programs for patients who are uninsured or underinsured
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Explore opportunities for care integration
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