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Critical Care Medicine: 2025 Video Recordings Package

An expert team of clinician-educators will provide a focused update on the diagnosis and management of common clinical issues encountered in the management of critically ill patients. Particular attention will be placed on new developments in the recognition of common critical care conditions, acute management of critical illness, and prevention of complications in the critically ill adult patient.

Critical Care Medicine: 2024 Video Recordings Package

Expert clinician-educators provide the opportunity to discuss a focused update on the diagnosis and management of common clinical issues encountered in the management of patients in the intensive care unit. Particular attention will be placed on new developments in the recognition of disease process, acute management of critical illness, and prevention of complications in the critically ill adult patient. This extensive collection of compelling virtual lectures will cover:

Crafting a Story to Persuade Lawmakers

Many physicians and healthcare leaders bring exceptional clinical and operational expertise to their roles, yet often lack formal training in communication and public engagement strategies that foster connection, inspire teams, and drive cultural change.This activity offers a pathway to bridge that gap by introducing storytelling as a powerful leadership and advocacy tool—one that fosters empathy, strengthens relationships, and nurtures shared purpose to protect and cultivate long-term public health.

COVID-19 Rebound After Nirmatrelvir–Ritonavir Treatment

In this episode of Annals On Call, Dr. Centor discusses rebound of COVID-19 after treatment with nirmatrelvir–ritonavir with Dr. Myron Cohen. First, listen to the podcast. After listening, ACP members can take the CME/MOC quiz for free.

COVID-19 and Surgery: A Postpandemic Update

The Annals Consult Guys discuss the approach to a patient who requires nonemergent surgery after COVID-19 and other viral infections. They update their 2022 guidance to postpone surgery for 7 weeks after COVID diagnosis.

COVID-19

COVID-19, the illness caused by SARS-CoV-2, became a worldwide pandemic in 2020. Initial clinical manifestations range from asymptomatic infection to mild upper respiratory illness but may progress to pulmonary involvement with hypoxemia and, in some cases, multiorgan involvement, shock, and death. Older adults, pregnant persons, those with common comorbidities, and those with immunosuppression are at greatest risk for progression. Vaccination is effective in preventing symptomatic infection and reducing risk for severe disease, hospitalization, and death.

Cost-Effectiveness of Weight Loss Drugs for Knee Osteoarthritis

In this episode of Annals On Call, Dr. Centor discusses the use of weight loss drugs to treat patients with knee osteoarthritis with Dr. David Felson.First, listen to the podcast. After listening, ACP members can take the CME/MOC quiz for free.

Controversies in Colorectal Cancer Screening

Colorectal cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related morbidity and mortality worldwide. Screening not only identifies this cancer at early, more easily treatable stages but also identifies precancerous lesions that can be removed so that cancer does not occur. Yet, there is controversy among experts about how best to screen and whom to screen for colorectal cancer. Consequently, screening recommendations vary considerably around the globe and even among organizations within the United States. The differing recommendations are a source of confusion for clinicians and patients.

Contraception

Contraception counseling and provision are vital components of comprehensive health care. An unplanned pregnancy can be particularly challenging for patients with chronic illness. Internal medicine physicians are uniquely positioned to assess pregnancy readiness and provide contraception, as they often intersect with pregnancy-capable patients at the moment of a new diagnosis or when providing ongoing care for a chronic medical condition.

Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs): 5 Pearls Segment

Many clinicians are unfamiliar with interpreting continuous glucose monitor (CGM) data, including how to apply Ambulatory Glucose Profile trends to titrate insulin safely. There is also a gap in understanding how to adjust insulin when initiating GLP-1 receptor agonists, and how CGM metrics like time-in-range offer a more nuanced view than HbA1c alone. This podcast addresses these gaps by providing practical frameworks for CGM interpretation and insulin management tailored to real-world clinical settings.