Hyperbaric Medicine 2008

Twelfth Annual Advanced Symposium, April 3-5, 2008

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Please view a sample of lectures from Hyperbaric Medicine 2008 below.  Visit our bookstore to order the complete DVD set of Hyperbaric Medicine 2008.  To download the HBO2008 CEU Exam and Order Form click here.
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Samples of videos available on the DVD set of Hyperbaric Medicine 2008.

Active Cancer
John J. Feldmeier, DO
5-Minute Sample
(41:08)
History of Optic Neuritis
Thomas W. Norris, MD, FAAFP
5-Minute Sample
(20:20)
The Arterial Insufficiency Ulcer
Harriet W. Hopf, MD
5-Minute Sample
(36:30)
The Diabetic Wound
John S. Steinberg, DPM, FACFAS
5-Minute Sample
(56:19)
Hyperbaric Medicine and Trauma:  A 2008 Perspective
J. Jeffrey Brown, MD, FACS
5-Minute Sample
(46:50)
Hyperbaric Treatment of Soft Tissue Radionecrosis:  Results of a RCT
Dick Clarke, CHT
5-Minute Sample
(37:53)

Complete listing of all sessions available on the complete DVD set of Hyperbaric Medicine 2008.

Welcoming Remarks
Dick Clarke, CHT
(11:27)
The Awarding of The Hyperbaric Research Prize
Dick Clarke, CHT; Stephen R. Thom, MD, PhD
(10:10)
Session I: Contraindications: Still Yes, Perhaps No
Chemotherapy Agents
John J. Feldmeier, DO
(27:39)
Pneumothorax:  History of Pneumothorax
Lindsie Cone, MD
(23:51)
The Pregnant Patient
Paul A. Thombs, MD
(21:31)
Active Cancer
John J. Feldmeier, DO
5-Minute Sample
(41:08)
Open Forum:  Contraindications (29:03)
Session II: Risk Factors: Redefining the Balancing Act
History of Middle Ear Surgery
Lorre T. Henderson, OD, MD
(33:51)
History of Optic Neuritis
Thomas W. Norris, MD, FAAFP
5-Minute Sample
(20:20)
Seizure Disorders
Lindsie Cone, MD
(19:55)
Viral Infections
Keith Van Meter, MD
(18:36)
Confinement Anxiety
Charles Petit, MD
(16:18)
Pulmonary Pathologies
Susan K. Churchill, NP, CHRNC
(29:00)
Febrile States
Keith Van Meter, MD
(24:53)
Concurrent Medications
George Hertner, MD, FACEP
(18:28)
Chronic Sinusitis
Lorre T. Henderson, OD, MD
(26:45)
Open Forum:  Risk Factors (20:32)
The Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine Society:  Where we are; Where we are going.
Bret Stolp, MD, PhD — President, UHMS
(13:59)
UHMS Hyperbaric Accreditation:  Safety Lessons Learned
W. T. Workman, MS, CasP, CHT, FAsM
(30:50)
Session III: Side Effects
Oxygen Toxicity
Lindsie Cone, MD
(25:09)
Myopia:  Cataracts
Heather Hancock, MD
(18:29)
Ear and Sinus Barotrauma
Lorre T. Henderson, OD, MD
(45:00)
Pulmonary Edema:  CHF
Ben Slade, MD
(45:36)
Newly Approved Uses:  Medicare and Commercial Insurers
Dick Clarke, CHT
(23:25)
The Blue Cross Blue Shield Issue and Update
W. T. Workman, MS, CasP, CHT, FAsM (for R. Warriner, MD)
(24:19)
Session IV: Complicated Wound Healing: Practice Standards
The Arterial Insufficiency Ulcer
Harriet W. Hopf, MD
5-Minute Sample
(36:30)
The Diabetic Wound
John S. Steinberg, DPM, FACFAS
5-Minute Sample
(56:19)
The Venous Stasis Ulcer
Harriet W. Hopf, MD
(29:38)
Open Forum: Wound Healing (22:18)
Session V: Patient Care and Research Updates
Hyperbaric Literature Update:  The Year in Review
Dick Clarke, CHT
(37:47)
Patient Education:  Ensuring Compliance
Susan K. Churchill, NP, CHRNC
(32:58)
Hyperbaric Radiation Sensitization:  Did it work?  Will it work?
Dick Clarke, CHT
(46:23)
The Pediatric Patient:  Indications; Dosing; Management
Paul A. Thombs, MD
(53:03)
Hyperbaric Medicine and Trauma:  A 2008 Perspective
J. Jeffrey Brown, MD, FACS
5-Minute Sample
(46:50)
Hyperbaric Treatment of Soft Tissue Radionecrosis:  Results of a RCT
Dick Clarke, CHT
5-Minute Sample
(37:53)

Twenty (20) physician Category 1 CME and CHT/CHRN Category A CEU credit hours are only available via viewing lectures on DVD.  Online video streaming does not qualify for continuing education credits related to Hyperbaric Medicine 2008. 

Date of Release: August 15, 2008
Date of Expiration: August 15, 2011
Maximum available CME Credits and/or Contact Hours: 20

ACCREDITATION AND DESIGNATION STATEMENTS: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of the Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS) and National Baromedical Services, Inc. (NBS). The UHMS is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The UHMS designates this educational activity for a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. This course has been approved by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDMHT) for a maximum of 20 Category A contact hours.
DISCLOSURE: In preparing these recorded materials, NBS recognizes that primary care physicians and specialists in hyperbaric medicine and wound care have educational needs for current information regarding the management of patients referred for hyperbaric oxygen therapy. In these recorded materials, presenters may have included discussions about drug interventions, treatment methods, medical products, whether Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved or unapproved. Therefore, it is incumbent on physicians viewing these educational materials to be aware of these factors when interpreting its contents and evaluating any recommendations. Moreover, views of presenters do not necessarily reflect the opinions of NBS or the UHMS. The entire faculty participating in continuing medical education programs sponsored by NBS and the UHMS are expected to disclose to the program audience any real or apparent conflict(s) of interest related to the content of his/her presentation(s). Full disclosure of faculty relationships, if any, was made at the program. If the author disclosed a relationship, it is indicated within the recording for his/her session. This disclosure in no way implies that the information presented is biased or of lesser quality.
DISCLAIMER: The primary purpose of these recorded materials is education. Information presented and techniques discussed are intended to inform physicians and other health professionals of medical knowledge, clinical procedures, and experiences of physicians, scientists and other health professionals willing to share such information with colleagues. It is recognized that a diversity of professional opinions exists in the contemporary practice of medicine that influences the selection of methods and procedures. The views and approaches of the faculty are offered solely for educational purposes. The faculty may have presented material that works for them in their clinical setting, which may not be directly applicable to the medical practice of every health care professional participant. NBS and the UHMS disclaim any and all liability for injury or other damages to any individual viewing these educational materials and for all claims that may result from use of techniques and procedures presented in them.