Product Description
American Medical Seminars, Inc. Infectious Disease – Day 1 3/9/2026
Original Release Date: July 1, 2026
Expiration Date: July 1, 2029
Presenting Faculty: Stephen Gluckman; Blair Weikert;
Immunizations for Adults
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to :
- Differentiate between myths and facts concerning vaccine administrati on.
- Evaluate indications, contra-indications, efficacy and side effects of adult immunizations, based on ACIP guidelines.
- Recommend immunizations indicated for different risk groups such as health care providers, college students and inhabitants of long-term care facilities
Common Issues Surrounding Tick Borne Illnesses in the U.S.
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to :
- Determine the major tick vectors in the United States and their associated diseases .
- Relate the proper technique for tick removal.
- Differentiate the clinical presentations, diagnosis and treatment of the major tick borne diseases in the United Stat es: Lyme disease, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever as per the CDC and IDSA Guidelines.
Update in Antibiotic Therapy
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to :
- Review the pharmacology and antibacterial spectrum of activity of the newer antibiot ics.
- Assess the indications for use of newer agents based on sites of infection and susceptibility patt erns.
- Develop a strategy to apply appropriate drug recommendations to key clinical scenarios as per the
Bloodstream Infections and Endocarditis
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to :
- Analyze the epidemiology and risk factors for bloodstream infections and endocarditis in patients presenting to a primary care practice.
- Employ the diagnosis and management skills for bloodstream infections and infective endocarditis as per the current IDSA guidelines.
- Recognize post-infection patient management issues and apply appropriate endocarditis prophylaxis measures as per the AHA guidelines.
Evaluating Lymphadenopathy
Upon completion of this session, the participant should be able to :
- Review the multiple options for having a global medicine experience
- Consider the personal characteristics of a successful global medicine experience
