Women and HIV infection
ELISA CHOI, MD
Internal Medicine, HIV Medicine and Infectious Diseases, Chair and Governing Council Member at-large, American Medical Association (AMA), Women Physicians Section (WPS)
This session will provide updates and clinical pearls for management of chronic HIV infection of women.
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The Ripple Effect of Self-Care: How Taking Care of You Benefits Everyone
SUSAN THOMPSON HINGLE, MD, MACP, FRCP, FAMWA
Professor of Medicine and Medical Humanities, Associate Dean for Human and Organizational Potential; Chair, Department of medical Humanities / SIU School of Medicine; President / American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA)
MARION MCCRARY, MD, FACP, FAMWA
Assistant Professor / Duke University Department of Medicine and Associate Director / Duke Graduate Medical Education Professional Development Coaching Program
In 2021, Dr. Tait Shanafelt called us to act: “Transition to WB 2.0 requires mindfully considering how to incorporate self-compassion, boundaries, self-care alongside other professional values.” In this presentation, we will outline the evolution of the last twenty years of physician experience with the movement of awareness to action regarding well-being. Then we will explore how this translates for you personally and professionally and for the individuals you care for.
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Atypical Presentations of Migraines
KAREN HOFFMANN, MD, Physician Partner, Piedmont Ear, Nose, Throat & Related Allergy
In the past, migraine was considered a headache-only problem. Current understanding is that migraine causes many symptoms in the head and neck and can present with vestibular, cochlear, and sensory symptoms. We will review features of otorhinologic migraine and highlight a treatment algorithm.
- Recognize atypical manifestations of migraine
- Understand the basic pathophysiology of otorhinologic symptoms of migraine
- Review therapeutic options for treatment of atypical migraine
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Vaginal Health & Intimacy: The Microbiome Connection
ANNA CABECA
Physician / Golden Isles Medicine
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Addressing Asian American/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Health Disparities
RITA KUWAHARA, MD, MIH
Senior Advisor for Medicine and Health Policy / Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations
Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AA and NH/PIs) face significant health disparities and are disproportionately affected by conditions such as diabetes and hepatitis B. Existing disparities are compounded by lack of disaggregated data. In this session, strategies to address overlooked AA and NH/PI health disparities will be discussed.
- Understand key health issues affecting Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities
- Become familiar with specific clinical guidelines that should be used when caring for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander patients
- Gain strategies to effectively implement recommended clinical guidelines in practice to reduce health disparities among Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders
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Wake-up Call for Alzheimer’s Dementia in Women
VINITA ACHARYA
Professor of Neurology / Penn State University
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Dementia: Prevention, Diagnosis and Compassionate Care for Older Adults
MARIANNE PARSHLEY, MD
Regent and Internal Medicine Physician / American College of Physicians and Providence Medical Group Oregon
This presentation will discuss how to decrease dementia risk by recognizing and treating evidence-based modifiable risk factors. Attendees will learn how to recognize who to screen for MCI and dementia. Recognition and diagnosis is critical for patient care, supporting their families, healthcare coverage and future research.
- Recognize opportunities to reduce risk of or prevent dementia
- Understand when and how to screen for cognitive decline
- Recognize, diagnose and distinguish between normal aging, MCI and different types of dementia
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Be an Advocate: Reducing Harms from Substance Use Disorders in Women
EILEEN BARRETT, MD, MPH
President Elect / American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA)
+ Senior Medical Director and VP, Quality / Workit Health
· Apply principles that reduce stigma in the care of people with substance use disorder
· Identify common ways that clinicians can advocate for patients with substance use disorder
· Develop a plan to advocate to reduce harms to patients with substance use
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Menopausal Health and Wellness
TERESA LAZAR, MS, MSEd
Co-Director / Advanced Clinical Experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Assistant Professor / Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine Hofstra/Northwell
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Women’s Preventive Services Initiative (WPSI): When Women are Healthy Communities Thrive
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Women’s Preventive Services Initiative (WPSI): When Women are Health Communities Thrive
THERESA ROHR-KIRCHGRABER, MD
Professor of Medicine, WPSI Dissemination and Implementation Steering Committee
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The Sleep-Weight Connection in Menopause
SEJAL DESAI
Owner & Medical Director / Tula Medical Weight Loss & Wellness
This talk will explore the vital link between sleep and weight during menopause. Attendees will learn evidence-based strategies to improve sleep, reduce weight-related challenges, and enhance overall health during this transitional phase.
- Understand the Impact of Hormonal Changes on Sleep and Weight: Examine how menopause-related hormonal shifts affect sleep quality, metabolism, and the risk of weight gain.
- Identify the Health Consequences of Poor Sleep in Menopause: Explore the relationship between sleep disturbances, weight gain, and increased risk for metabolic disorders during menopause.
- Implement Evidence-Based Strategies for Better Sleep and Weight Management: Learn practical, science-backed interventions to improve sleep quality and mitigate weight-related challenges in menopausal women.
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Stroke
LYDIA KAOUTZANI, MD
Neurosurgery Resident PGY-7 /Medical College of Georgia
Discuss epidemiology of stroke and current treatments for management.
- Discuss stroke epidemiology
- Discuss impact of stroke particularly on females
- Discuss current treatments of stroke
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Connecting the Ws: The Scientific Foundation of Wellbeing and Healthy Weight Integration
MIRIAM ZYLBERGLAIT, CEO
Medical Director / Virtual Wellbeing MD
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Self-Swab HPV Screening: Yes Please!
LORETTA DUGGAN
Physician and CEO / HER Health
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Hormones, Gynecology and COVID-19
TRACI KURTZER
Medical Director, Trauma Informed Care and Education / Northwestern Medicine Department of OBGYN
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Creating a Better Bond Between Mother and Newborn
ASHLEY TOMSON
Student / Rutgers University