NCAFP Online CME Course Center
The NCAFP offers family physicians access to a growing list of online continuing medical education courses. See the courses below; all are free to physicians. Check back periodically as new courses are introduced.
The Family Physicians ACO Blueprint for Success
The NCAFP partnered with Raleigh law firm to create a summary guideline to help family physicians navigate the world of Accountable Care Organizations. This is a must read for surviving and navigating this new model and quickly summarizes why you need to be an educated and engaged physician when it comes to discussions on ACOs.
The Family Physician’s ACO Blueprint for Success, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 2 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP accreditation begins April 14, 2011. The term of approval is for 1 year(s) from this date, with option for yearly renewal. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
What Every Family Physician Should Know About Cancer - 2010 Update - The Family Physician is central to the care of patients at all points along the continuum of cancer care. Upon completion of this CME activity, physicians should be able to:* Describe the epidemiology of common cancers; * Review current recommendations for prevention and early detection of common cancers; * Understand recent developments in cancer prevention and control; and * Describe resources in NC to assist patients with cancer prevention and early detection.
Valuable Hands-On Procedures - Family physicians, FNPs and PAs often see patients with conditions that require the performance of a minor office procedure. Too often, many patients are referred out of the practice. Learn the benefits of adding these simple procedures to your practice. This CME online program will demonstrate the indications and contraindications for joint and soft-tissue injections and aspirations, and address the common techniques used to perform skin biopsies.
Understanding & Addressing Healthcare Disparities - Health disparities refer to the differences in health and health care between groups of people. Health disparities disproportionately affect the morbidity and mortality of diseases according to someone’s race, culture, environment, sex, age, socioeconomic status, etc. This online CME program will provide an insight into the definition of health disparities, the causes and methods to address them.
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