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Advances in Therapy
PRE 906 Wednesday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Douglas S. Paauw, MD, MACP
Professor of Medicine, Rathmann Family Foundation Endowed Chair for Patient-Centered Clinical Education, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA

This Pre-Course will focus on pearls to help the practicing internist use drug therapies in the most effective manner. Newer medications and new uses for older medications will be covered. Current recommendations for "best therapy" for different diseases will also be covered. Common side effects of medications will be emphasized. Faculty will provide practical information in therapy for hypertension, migraine, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, acne, common infectious diseases, and osteoporosis.

Learning Objectives:

1. Prescribe appropriate drug therapies for diseases commonly seen in the office.
2. Understand the current uses of older drugs.
3. Review the risk, benefit, and cost of various therapies.
4. Gain better understanding of drug reactions and interactions.