Treatment of Acute Sinusitis/Rhinosinusitis

Kat Rodgers, PA-C Acute Viral Rhinosinusitis: The vast majority of cases of acute rhinosinusitis (ARS) is due to viral infection. Acute viral rhinosinusitis (AVRS) begins with viral inoculation via direct contact with the conjunctiva or nasal mucosa. The most common viruses that cause AVRS are rhinovirus, influenza virus, and parainfluenza virus.  Risk factors for ARS … Read more

Muscle Pain and Rhabdomyolysis

Lindee Abe, ARNP We just did a post about DOMS, so let’s explore muscle breakdown a little bit further. Next up….let’s talk rhabdomyolysis. Most of us don’t see rhabdomyolysis. The military is one environment that comes to mind that sees increased numbers of rhabdomyolysis, specifically exertional rhabdomyolysis. We also read about the elderly being at … Read more

Epistaxis Management

Amy Patel, PA-C Epistaxis is a hemorrhage or bleeding coming from the nose. Epistaxis is commonly seen in primary care, urgent care, and also emergency department settings. Fortunately, most cases are spontaneous, benign, and self-limiting. However, approximately 6% of nosebleeds require a higher level of care and it is imperative to understand the treatment options … Read more

Brain Health

Kelsey Bates, APRN I recently read the New York Times best seller Grain Brain by neurologist Dr. David Perlmutter. All I can say is, “wow.” While I was familiar with the majority of the context, the book gave me a much deeper understanding and appreciation for the information. It also got me to thinking, “why … Read more

Poison Ivy

Poison Ivy Does the thought of poison ivy make you itch just thinking about it? That is exactly what I feel anytime I think about poison ivy. It is the kind of itch that is so bad you can’t sleep at night. Poison ivy makes its appearance frequently during the “outdoor months” in urgent care … Read more

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* EKG Interpretation * Suture workshop * Hands-on procedures * and MORE! *

23 Category I CME credits with additional credits for Emergency Procedures and Pharmacology

Program also includes a tote bag, full sized textbook with reference normal images and room for notes.

Suture training board, instruments, and all supplies are mailed to you directly.

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* Designed for All Skill Levels * Basic and Advanced Suture techniques * Wound and Laceration Management * Complex laceration repair and special body parts * Other Skin Procedures

12 Category I CME Credits with additional credits for Emergency Procedures and Pharmacology

Includes our special INTERACTIVE advanced suturing trainer with specialized body parts and other procedures!

Includes ear, eyelid, finger, mouth, philtrum, lip, tongue, and nose repair.

Also includes cyst removal, abscess drainage, subungual hematoma removal, nail removal, running subcuticular, irregular (v, y, and x) lacerations, dog ear lacerations, and more.

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* Designed for All Skill Levels * Basic and Advanced Suture techniques * Wound and Laceration Management * Complex laceration repair and special body parts * Other Skin Procedures

12 Category I CME Credits with additional credits for Emergency Procedures and Pharmacology

Includes our special advanced suturing trainer with specialized body parts and other procedures!

Program also includes coffee and beverage service throughout the day, and lunch.

Discounted hotel rooms are available at checkout for a limited time.

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