PODCAST TWO
Biomarkers, Pruritus Management, and Real-World Evidence​

Leveling Up Primary Biliary Cholangitis Management:
Optimizing Biomarker Surveillance, Addressing PBC-related Pruritus and Application of Real-World Evidence

Faculty

Hanna Blaney, MD, MPH

Transplant Hepatology Fellow,
MedStar Health
Georgetown University
Kensington, MD
Anahita Rabiee, MD, MHS

Transplant Hepatologist,
Instructor, Digestive Diseases Section
Yale School of Medicine
Fairfield, CT
Atoosa Rabiee, MD

Washington DC VA Medical Center
Bethesda, MD

Program Overview

The need for improved understanding and application of advancements in the management of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) poses a significant challenge for healthcare professionals. Gaps exist in recognizing the consequences of delayed initiation of both first- and second-line treatments, comprehending the importance of extensive biomarker analysis beyond ALP, and managing PBC-associated pruritus effectively. Additionally, there is a demonstrated necessity for integrating real-world evidence into clinical practice to gain a comprehensive understanding of PBC-related factors. Continuous education for healthcare professionals is essential to enhance their grasp of current and emerging PBC developments. Closing these knowledge gaps will accelerate the adoption of effective management strategies, ultimately leading to optimal patient care outcomes. 

Target Audience

This educational initiative is designed for specialty clinicians (gastroenterologists hepatologists and immunologists), including advanced practice clinicians and nurses.  

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, the participant should be able to:

  • ASSESS the role of biomarker analysis in informing the timely initiation of second-line treatment to reduce the likelihood of disease progression.
  • RECOGNIZE effects of PBC-related pruritus on quality of life and the role of pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic pruritus management strategies.
  • REVIEW real-world evidence to enhance decision-making in clinical practice.

Accreditation

Physician Accreditation Statement

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Global Education Group (Global) and Iridium CE. Global is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Physician Credit Designation

Global Education Group designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nursing Continuing Education

Global Education Group is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. 

This educational activity for 0.25 contact hours including 0 pharmacotherapeutic contact hours is provided by Global Education Group. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.          

Instructions to Receive Credit

In order to receive credit for this activity, the participant must
  • Read the learning objectives and faculty disclosures Complete the pretest
  • View the broadcast
  • Complete the posttest with a score of 70% or higher


A statement of credit will be issued within four weeks of receipt of a completed activity evaluation form.

Fee Information and Refund/Cancellation Policy

There is no fee for this educational activity.

Contact Information

For information about the accreditation of this program, please contact Global at 303-395-1782 or cme@globaleducationgroup.com

Disclosures

Disclosures of Relevant Financial Relationships

​Global Education Group (Global) adheres to the policies and guidelines, including the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE, set forth to providers by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and all other professional organizations, as applicable, stating those activities where continuing education credits are awarded must be balanced, independent, objective, and scientifically rigorous. All persons in a position to control the content of an accredited continuing education program provided by Global are required to disclose all financial relationships with any ineligible company within the past 24 months to Global. All financial relationships reported are identified as relevant and mitigated by Global in accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited CE in advance of delivery of the activity to learners. The content of this activity was vetted by Global to assure objectivity and that the activity is free of commercial bias.

All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

The faculty have the following relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies:

Hanna Blaney, MD, MPH
Nothing to Disclose

Anahita Rabiee, MD, MHS
Nothing to Disclose

Atoosa Rabiee, MD
Nothing to Disclose

The following planners and managers involved in the development of this activity have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose:

Global
The planners and managers at Global Education Group have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Iridium
The planners and managers at Iridium have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
 
Disclosure of Unlabeled Use
This educational activity may contain discussion of published and/or investigational uses of agents that are not indicated by the FDA. Global and Iridium do not recommend the use of any agent outside of the labeled indications.

The opinions expressed in the educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization associated with this activity. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications, and warnings.

Disclaimer
Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of patient conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.
This activity is jointly provided by Global Education Group and Iridium Continuing Education.

SUPPORTER ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This educational activity is supported by an independent educational grant from Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Activity Credit Amount: 0.25
Credit Type: AMA, ANCC
Release: September 27, 2024
Expiration: September 27, 2025

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