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ForwardBasic Suturing Skills Workshop, 2/14/19 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Course Directors: Marcia K. Britain, D.N.P., A.P.R.N., C.N.P., Andrew J. Herber, P.A.-C., Vicki A. Loeslie, D.N.P., A.P.R.N., C.N.P., James S. Newman, M.D., M.H.A., John G. Park, M.D.
This is an introductory workshop for nurse practitioners and physician assistants who have limited experience in suturing. The workshop covers instrument basics such as suture types and selection, proper loading of the needle, wound assessment, local anesthesia, aftercare, and documentation. Participants will have the opportunity to practice basic suturing techniques. All supplies will be provided for the workshop. Enrollment is limited in order to optimize the learning experience.
Registration Fee: 125.00
Target Audience
This course is designed for hospitalists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, advance practice nurses, registered nurses, allied health professionals, physicians and residents.
Learning Objectives
Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:
- Identify different suture materials and needles
- Demonstrate wound closure techniques
- Describe suture after care
Attendance at this Mayo Clinic course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in this course.
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Adrijana K. Anderson P.A.-C.
Jeffrey A. Betcher, R.Ph.
Michael J. Breunig, P.A.-C.
Marcia K. Britain, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P.
Mark W. Burns, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P., M.S.
Carrlene B. Donald, P.A.-C., M.S.
Amela Dudakovic, P.A.-C.
David R. Farley, M.D.
Katie N. Finley, APRN, C.N.P.
Elvis L. Francois, M.D.
Rory M. Haney, P.A.-C.
Andrew J. Herber, P.A.-C.
Sally E. Heusinkvelt, A.P.R.N., C.N.P.
Meltiady Issa, M.D., M.B.A.
Stephanie M. Jalaba, P.A.-C.
Mira T. Keddis, M.D.
A.-Scott Keller, M.D.
Emily Leibenguth, D.N.P., A.P.R.N., C.N.P.
Lisa I. LeMond, M.D.
Scott C. Litin, M.D.
Vicki A. Loeslie, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P.
Theodore R. Loftsgard, APRN, C.N.P.
Anthony J. Michalik, Jr., P.A.-C.
David Morris, M.D.
Danika M. Nelson, A.P.R.N., C.N.P.
James S. Newman, M.D., M.H.A.
Jennifer S. Palermo, P.A.-C.
John G. Park, M.D.
Rebecca K. Reid P.A.-C.
Krystal M. Renszel, D.O.
S. Ahsan Rizvi, M.D.
Monica Sieg, APRN, C.N.P.
Brianna M. Skrukrud, APRN, C.N.P.
Lindsey A. Steber, P.A.-C.
James Stone, M.D.
Sara E. Wordingham, M.D.
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.
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA Credits
This activity has been reviewed and is approved for a maximum of 2 AAPA Category 1 CME credits by the AAPA Review Panel. PAs should claim only those credits actually spent participating in the CME activity.
This activity was planned in accordance with AAPA CME Standards for Live Programs and for Commercial Support of Live Programs.
ANCC
Participants can earn up to 2 ANCC nursing contact hours commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Other Healthcare Professionals
A certificate of attendance will be provided to other healthcare professionals for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies, or other professional associations.
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s), please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 2.00 AAPA Category 1
- 2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 2.00 ANCC
- 2.00 Attendance
Price
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
Request for cancellations must be submitted in writing to cme@mayo.edu. When cancelling a registration for a course 14 days or more before the course start date, a full refund (minus a $75 administrative fee) will be issued in the same form of payment the registration was received. No refunds are granted less than 14 days before the course start date.
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