Monkeypox in the U.S.

Event Time

Originally Aired - Tuesday, May 23 • 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Event Location

Location: Music City Center, Level 2, 202

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Description:

A monkeypox outbreak begin in early 2022, in non-endemic areas including the U.S. Cases throughout the U.S. and Europe often present with typical prodromal symptoms and a diffuse rash with specific, identifiable stages; however, men who have sex with men (MSM) and other sexual/gender minorities have been disproportionately affected often with atypical, focal presentations in the anal, oral, and genital areas. PAs play an essential role in monkeypox prevention, vaccination, identification, and treatment modalities.

Learning Objectives:

At the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to:
• Reference the epidemiologic trends of monkeypox in the U.S. beginning in 2022 
• Identify preventive measures including vaccination monkeypox 
• Recognize typical and atypical presentations of monkeypox 
• Recommend appropriate treatment modalities including antivirals and supportive treatment

Type: CME

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Faculty

Jonathan Baker
Jonathan Baker, PA-C, DFAAPA

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Accreditation

  • AAPA Category 1 CME – 1

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    Sessions

    • Conference On Demand
    • Pharmacology