Sep 22, 2014 1 min read

Experts will discuss Advances in Infectious Diseases during the 25th Annual Medical Staff Symposium Oct. 15 (7:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.) at Monongahela Valley Hospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi Education and Conference Center. The

This annual event is designed as an update for physicians, nurses and other health-care professionals in the prevention, diagnosis and management of infectious diseases. Physicians can earn five American Medical Association Physician’s Recognition Award Category 1 credits and MVH will provide 5 continuing education credits for nurses.

Upon completion of the program, participants should be able to:

• Identify new and cutting-edge management strategies for Hepatitis C

• Discuss the physician’s role in the prevention and treatment of surgical site infections

• Discuss the physician’s role in appropriate antibiotic usage and prevention of antibiotic resistance

• Describe challenges in following national protocols for diagnosis and management of sepsis

• Identify techniques to enhance communication among physicians and the health care team

The registration fee of $25 includes a continental breakfast and lunch. MVH physicians and nurses may attend at no cost. Registration deadline is Oct. 3. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1145.