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The field of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery continues to evolve with new technologies, treatment options, and scientific knowledge. More than ever, medicine needs leadership from providers who can rise to meet the challenges of today. The meeting will discuss an array of topics in the field of otolaryngology, with a special focus on the Department’s five novel educational tracks: Global and Community Health, Surgeon-Scientist, Entrepreneurship, Quality and Patient Safety, and Education. Alumni of the program from across the country will share their personal experiences transforming healthcare. Participants will gain valuable insights into how they can leave their mark on the field through an investment in their own skills and interests.
Target Audience
Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, medical students, audiologists, speech therapists and other interested health care professionals.
Learning Objectives
At the completion of the course, the participant should be able to:
1. Describe the roles of global and community health, surgeon-scientist development, entrepreneurship, patient safety and quality improvement, and education in advancing contemporary otolaryngology practice.
2. Identify opportunities within their own practice or training environment to engage in quality improvement, research, innovation, community engagement, or educational initiatives.
3. Analyze real-world examples shared by faculty and alumni to distinguish effective strategies for integrating nonclinical domains into clinical practice.
4. Apply principles of patient safety, quality improvement, and interprofessional collaboration to improve clinical workflows and patient care within their healthcare teams.
5. Design a personalized professional development approach aligned with individual interests and institutional resources that supports system-level impact and improved patient outcomes.
Faculty List:
Carl Snyderman, MD
Eugene Myers, MD, FACS, FRCS, Edin (Hon)
Evan Facher, PhD, MBA
Garret Choby, MD
Gregory Basura, MD, PhD
Jessica Maxwell, MD, MPH
John Italia, PA
Jordan Birkhimer, PA
José P. Zevallos, MD, MPH
Joshua Smith, MD
Kathryn Williams, CRNP
Kevin Contrera, MD, MPH
Matthew Spector, MD
Noel Jabbour, MD, MS
Peter Santa Maria, MD, PhD
Rachel Whelan, MD
Sandra Stinnett, MD
Steven Chinn, MD, MPH
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 live activity for a maximum of 7.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit[s]™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity
Nursing (CNE)
The maximum number of hours awarded for this Continuing Nursing Education activity is 7.5 contact hours.
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 7.5 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
Other Healthcare Professionals: 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
- 7.50 AAPA Category I CME
- 7.50 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.
- 7.50 ANCCUPMC Provider Unit is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation
- 7.50 Attendance