CME Medical Conferences

Sclerotherapy

A Seminar for Medical Sclerotherapy Training
CME Conference Description:

As techniques and results have improved, the patient demand for venous sclerotherapy has markedly increased. Over 80 million woman in the United States complain of problems referable to their leg veins. Phlebology has reached America from Europe and is developing into a true specialty of its own. The workshop will prepare the participant to begin office sclerotherapy. Choice of sclerosants, patient selection and evaluation, and equipment needs will be reviewed. Proper postoperative care will be emphasized. Several patients are treated at the course to illustrate skills needed to begin in your own office. Recent published literature has documented that telangiectasias as well as varicosities can cause significant symptoms. Even if you prefer not to advance to treating varicosities, you can provide a real service to your patients by treating the telangiectasias, whether they be cosmetic or symptomatic.

If you'd like to be a volunteer, please contact the NPI offices. More volunteers means more observation and practice time!

Consider registering for the Sclerotherapy and Phlebology Board Certification Review Course Value Package.

2010
This activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 11.25 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians.
The Texas Academy of Family Physicians designates this educational activity for a maximum of 11.25 AMA PRA Category 1 credits TM.
Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
2011
Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family physicians. Determination of credit is pending.
The Texas Academy of Family Physicians designates this educational activity for a maximum of 11.25 AMA PRA Category 1 credits TM.
Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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CME Conference Credits: 11.25
CME Conference Objectives
  • Relative venous anatomy of the lower extremities.
  • Venous physiology and valvular function.
  • Venous hypertension and its manifestations.
  • Methods for treating reflux in leg veins: sclerotherapy, laser and intense pulsed light therapy, surgical ligation and stripping, ambulatory phlebectomy, endovenous radiofrequency and laser.
  • How to set up a practice for sclerotherapy.
  • The importance of doppler studies and other non-invasive testing.
  • The role of post-treatment compression.  
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    CME Conference Fee: $975


      Location Dates Discounted Fee
    The St. Anthony
    San Antonio, TX
    Instructor(s): Stanley Hirsch    		11/11/2010 – 11/12/2010By Oct 11 2010 then $875.00
    Sheraton Dallas North
    Dallas, TX
    Instructor(s): Stanley Hirsch    		1/13/2011 – 1/14/2011By Dec 13 2010 then $875.00
    Tampa Westshore Marriott
    Tampa, FL
    Instructor(s): Jerry Ninia    		11/12/2011 – 11/13/2011By Oct 12 2011 then $875.00


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    CME Conference Agenda

    Breakfast and Registration
    7:30am – 8:00am daily

    There will also be a 15 minute mid-morning break on days one and two and a 15 minute mid-afternoon break on day one.

    Day One
    8:00am-12:00pm
    Anatomy & physiology of the leg muscle pump
    Venous insufficiency:
    Etiology
    Signs and symptoms, Treatment
    Evaluation of spider veins (telangiectasis)
    Reticular veins, Varicose veins
    Initial office exam:
    History & physical
    Non-invasive studies
    Photoplethysmography
    Ultrasound
    Non-invasive testing demonstration:
    PPG
    Ultrasound

    12:00-1:00pm
    Lunch

    1:00-5:00pm
    Patient education
    Forms, Consents
    Instruction material
    Sclerotherapy
    Sclerosing agents and effects
    Videotapes
    The technique of injection
    Equipment and facilities:
    Tables, light source, needles, OSHA
    requirements, compression hose
    Compression therapy:
    Indications
    Types of stockings
    Method of application

    Day Two
    8:00-8:30am
    Complications of sclerotherapy
    Evaluation of thrombi
    Other methods of treating telangiectasias/varicosities
    Indications for phlebectomy
    Deep vein thrombosis and venous ulcers: etiology, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
    Questions

    8:30am-12:00pm
    Sclerotherapy demonstration with live patient
    volunteers including compression technique
    Questions and answers
    Conclusion and evaluations

    CME Conference Reviews

    "Dr. Hirsch is an excellent instructor.  Very knowledgeable and hands-on." - Anonymous, February, 2009

    "Dr. Ninia is a great speaker - very personable and knowledgeable.  Very nice to have the complete info on phlebology not just sclerotherapy." - Jennifer Bain, M.D., September 2008

    "Very informative.  Dr. Ninia is a wonderful speaker - approachable, friendly, and intelligent!" - Robin Talley, M.D., September 2008

    "Dr. Hirsch is strong in the history department and practical knowledge.  A pleasant experience." - Anonymous, December 2008