It is estimated that the doubling time of medical knowledge in 1950 was 50 years; in 1980, 7 years; and in 2010, 3.5 years. It is now projected to be just 73 days. Family physicians are bombarded daily with medical information and need a way to identify information, evidence and data that will most impact their patients. This “snack sized” version of our annual Family Medicine Update provides learners with the latest information available on a few key topics of interest.

At the end of this session, learners should be able to:

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There is no charge for this activity.

This activity will include discussions of products or devices that are not currently approved for use by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

This activity is intended for family medicine physicians, and other primary care team members.

Learners must register to participate in and receive credit for this online educational activity. For information on applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity, please consult your professional licensing board.

 

This enduring material activity, Family Medicine Update (Bite Sized Edition), has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 0.50 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP certification begins DATE. Term of approval is one year from this date. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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The CAFP has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that information contained herein is accurate in accordance with the latest available scientific knowledge at the time of accreditation of this continuing education program. Information regarding drugs (e.g., their administration, dosages, contraindications, adverse reactions, interactions, special warnings, and precautions) and drug delivery systems is subject to change, however, and the learner is advised to check the manufacturer's package insert for information concerning recommended dosage and potential problems or cautions prior to dispensing or administering the drug or using the drug delivery systems.

 

Approval of credit for this continuing education program does not imply endorsement by CAFP of any product or manufacturer identified.

Any medications or treatment methods suggested in this CME activity should not be used by the practitioner without evaluation of their patient's condition(s) and possible contraindication(s) or danger(s) of use of any specific medication.

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