COURSE DIRECTOR
Osarenoma U. Olomu, M.D.

DESCRIPTION
The otolaryngology Grand rounds provides education to the faculty, residents and staff of the ENT department.  The audience includes surgeons, medical students, residents, nursing, advanced practice professionals, audiologists and speech pathologists. It provides basics and up to date clinical and scientific information in ENT and associated medical disciplines.  
 
TARGET AUDIENCE
This course is intended primarily for Otolaryngology Physicians, Residents, NPs, PAs, audiologists, nurses, students, and speech language pathologists.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Describe the pathophysiology and immunology of CRS.
• Enumerate the characteristics of appropriate candidates for biologic therapies.
• Outline protocols for initiation and monitoring biologics in Clinical Practice
• Describe the roles and contributions of each member of the multidisciplinary team in the management of head and neck cancer and the importance of coordinated care.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using advanced imaging techniques, molecular diagnostics, and biopsies to accurately diagnose head and neck cancers.
• Discuss options for the development and implementation of comprehensive post-treatment care plans, including speech and swallowing rehabilitation, nutritional support, and psychosocial services, to enhance patient recovery and quality of life.
• Describe options and implementation strategies of the latest diagnostic tools and techniques, including audiometric tests, otoacoustic emissions, auditory brainstem responses, and imaging modalities, to accurately diagnose different types of hearing loss.
• Discuss the latest advancements in medical, surgical, and device-based treatments for hearing loss, including hearing aids, cochlear implants, bone-anchored hearing aids, and emerging regenerative therapies.
• Enhance clinical practice using the latest research and emerging trends in the field of hearing loss.
• Describe the anatomical and physiological changes in the vocal mechanism associated with aging and their impact on voice production.
• Recognize common voice disorders including presbyphonia, vocal fold atrophy, vocal cord nodules and other laryngeal pathologies.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using modern diagnostic tools and techniques, such as videostroboscopy, acoustic analysis, and aerodynamic measurements, to assess voice disorders in adults.
• Apply evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including voice therapy techniques, medical management, and surgical options.
• Describe the anatomical and physiological changes that occur in the face with aging, including skin elasticity loss, volume depletion, and bone structure alterations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the latest non-surgical techniques for facial rejuvenation, such as the use of botulinum toxin, dermal fillers, laser resurfacing, and ultrasound-based treatments.
• Apply advanced surgical techniques for facial rejuvenation, including facelifts, brow lifts, eyelid surgery, and fat grafting, to achieve natural-looking and durable results.

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science 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.

CREDIT STATEMENT(S)
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAPA

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science 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 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 1.00 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

DISCLOSURE SUMMARY
As a provider accredited by Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science must ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in its educational activities.  All who are in a position to control the content are required to disclose all financial relationships with any ineligible company.   Faculty will also identify any off-label and/or investigational use of pharmaceuticals or instruments discussed in their content for FDA compliance.

Listed below are individuals with control of the content of this program who have disclosed...

Relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies:
Angela M. Donaldson, M.D. - Honoraria: Sanofi Genzyme  Other Consulting Activities: Sanofi

All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

No relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies:
Heather A. Dahlen, APRN, D.N.P.
Cheryl R. Jackson, P.A.-C.
Osarenoma U. Olomu, M.D.
Nicole T. Littman (Coordinator)

References to off-label usage(s) of pharmaceuticals or instruments in their presentation:
None

CE Broker Code: 24J02102

For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s), please go here.

ATTENDANCE / CREDIT
Text the session code (provided only at the session) to 507-200-3010 within 48 hours of the live presentation to record attendance. All learners are encouraged to text attendance regardless of credit needs. This number is only used for receiving text messages related to tracking attendance. Additional tasks to obtain credit may be required based on the specific activity requirements and will be announced accordingly. Swiping your badge will not provide credit; that process is only applicable to meet GME requirements for Residents & Fellows.

TRANSCRIPT
Any credit or attendance awarded will appear on your Transcript.

QUESTIONS?
Contact Nicole Littman