Bridges to Epic Excellence: Pathologists

This CME activity is designed for pathologists to enhance their efficiency in Epic through hands-on practice in a training environment. Participants will explore Hyperspace and Outstanding List customization, including shortcuts, macros, and the User Dictionary. The course also covers the use of SmartTools for streamlined documentation and customizing SlicerDicer and Reporting Workbench to quickly access lab data. By the end, learners will be equipped with practical tools to improve workflow and data retrieval in Epic.

Target Audience

This training is designed for Physicians and Physician Assistants

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be able to:

  • Practice navigating regular activities in an Epic training environment.
  • Explore Hyperspace and Outstanding List customization tips, including shortcuts, macros, and the User Dictionary.
  • Use SmartTools for efficient documentation.
  • Customize SlicerDicer and Reporting Workbench reports to quickly find lab data.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 2.00 AAPA Category I CME
  • 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 2.00 Attendance
Course opens: 
10/11/2025
Course expires: 
10/11/2028

Faculty

Course Director:
Lisa Sheehan, MSN, RN, VA-BC - Clinical Curriculum and Practice Specialist, UPMC

Planning Committee: (listed in alphabetical order)

  • Jose Abad, MD - Assistant Professor, Vice Chair for Clinical Operations and Analytics, Family Medicine, University of Pittsburgh, Faculty, Physician, UPMC
  • Robert Bauer, CRNP -  Advanced Practice Provider, Magee Adult ICU, Lead Advanced Practice Provider- UPMC Magee Adult ICU, Education Co-Director, Critical Care Medicine Adult Division, Advanced Practice Provider Program, Department of Critical Care Medicine, University of Pittsburgh
  • Amanda Desko - Electronic Health Record Operations System Coordinator III, Sr., UPMC
  • Rupen Modi, DO - Medical Director, Informatics at UPMC 
  • Benjamin Reynolds, PA-C - Chief Advanced Practice Officer, UPMC; Director, UPMC Office of Advanced Practice Providers; Co-Director, University of Pittsburgh Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education; Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical School
  • Glenn Updike, MD -  Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences, University of Pittsburgh
  • Serra Vickery - Project Manager, Electronic Health Record, UPMC

No planners, members of the planning committee, speakers, presenters, authors, content reviewers and/or anyone else in a position to control the content of this education activity have relevant financial relationships to disclose.

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In support of improving patient care, the University of Pittsburgh is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Physician (CME)
The University of Pittsburgh designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit[s]™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Physician Assistant (AAPA)
The University of Pittsburgh has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 2.0 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Other health care professionals will receive a certificate of attendance confirming the number of contact hours commensurate with the extent of participation in this activity.

Available Credit

  • 2.00 AAPA Category I CME
  • 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 2.00 Attendance
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