Fostering Excellence in Internal Medicine
Join your colleagues in internal medicine at the next scientific meeting of the Nebraska Chapter of the American College of Physicians, being held October 24, 2020. The meeting is a great way for you to recharge, rewind, and reflect with your peers, chapter leaders, and great speakers. Connect virtually with the Nebraska Chapter's rich source of knowledge content.
Meeting Highlights
- Student and Resident Abstract Competition;
- Racial Disparities in COVID-19: A National Emergency;
- ACP Regent Presentation;
- Unconscious Bias in Medical Interviewing;
- Cardiovascular Benefits of Diabetes Meds: Their Role in Patient Management;
- Chapter Awards Presentation;
- Asprin on Trial: Weighing the Risks and Benefits for Primary Prevention.
Program Committee
- Nathan Anderson, MD
- Derrick Antoniak, MD
- Micah Beachy, DO, FACP, Nebraska Chapter Governor
- Suzette Clarke, MD
- Alheli Arce Gastelum, MD
- Paul Millner, MD
- Mahliqha Qasimyar, MD, Chair
- Renuga Vivekanandan, MD
3.25 CME/MOC Available
Release Date: October 24, 2020
Termination Date: October 24, 2021
The Metro Omaha Medical Society designates this conference for a maximum of 3.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Nebraska Medical Association (NMA) through the joint providership of the Metro Omaha Medical Society and the Nebraska Chapter American College of Physicians.
The Metro Omaha Medical Society is accredited by the Nebraska Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Agenda
October 24, 2020
Resident/Fellow Member and Medical Student Activities
Clinical vignettes, posters, and research papers prepared by Resident/Fellow Members and Medical Students will be presented at the meeting.
Additional Details for Resident/Fellow Members:
The poster competition for Resident/Fellow Members will be held virtually via Zoom webinar 2 weeks prior to the scientific meeting, on Saturday, October 10, 2020. Judges will engage with presenters and ask questions to help narrow down the posters to two finalists. The two finalists will present during the Chapter meeting on Saturday, October 24, 2020, at which time a winner will be selected and earn an opportunity to present in the national poster competition in spring 2021.
Additional Details for Medical Student Members:
The poster competition for Medical Student Members will be held virtually via Zoom webinar 2 weeks prior to the scientific meeting, on Saturday, October 10, 2020. Judges will engage with presenters and ask questions to help narrow down the posters to two finalists. The two finalists will present during the Chapter meeting on Saturday, October 24, 2020, at which time a winner will be selected and earn an opportunity to present in the national poster competition in spring 2021.
Visit the chapter website or contact Cindy for more information at cindy@omahamedical.com.
Deadline for submissions is September 18, 2020.
Nebraska Chapter Registration
| Categories | Registration Rates |
|---|---|
| ACP Member | $25 |
| ACP Resident/Fellow Member | $0 |
| ACP Medical Student Member | $0 |
| ACP Affiliate Member | $25 |
| Nonmember Physician | $35 |
| Nonmember Resident | $0 |
| Nonmember Medical Student | $0 |
| Nonmember Allied Health Professional | $35 |
Questions? If you have trouble registering online, please contact Member and Product Support at 800-ACP-1915 or direct at 215-351-2600 (M-F, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET).
FAQ
Due to rapidly escalating health concerns related to the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), our chapter has come to the difficult decision to move to virtual for the 2020 meeting. In the spirit of our chapter values to “adapt and overcome,” we have decided to move to a virtual event.
How do I find and access which sessions will be virtual?
Will attendees be able to ask questions or participate in the session, or is the session just going to consist of streamed presentations?
I have submitted an abstract for the competition. Will I be presenting at this meeting
For other questions about the virtual meeting, please contact Chapter Staff by telephone at 402-983-9462 or e-mail cindy@omahamedical.com.