RSS Coordinator(s):

Series Overview

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology supports the continuing education of our faculty, residents, nurses, students, and staff through presentations of evidence-based practice and emerging research regarding new technologies, surgical techniques, and treatment approaches. Through this education we seek to optimize communication, teamwork, and eradicate barriers to outstanding care for our patients.

Intended Audience

Physicians, nurses, midwives, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and residents in the OB/GYN Department.

Planning Committee

Heather Z. Sankey, MD, MEd, Course DirectorAutumn Versace, DNP, CNM, PlannerKathaleen Barker, MD, PlannerErnesto Gonzalez, MD Planner
Tashanna Myers,MD, PlannerJessie Dorne, PA-C, MHSKesiha Jones, MD, PlannerKathy Troczynski, NP, PlannerOscar Martinez, DO, Planner

Accreditation

Accreditation Statement

imageIn support of improving patient care, Baystate Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 



Credit Designation Statements

Physicians (AMA)
Baystate Continuing Interprofessional Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM.  Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Baystate Continuing Interprofessional Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 contact hour(s).  Nurses should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAPA Credit Designation Statement 
AAPA accepts AMA category 1 credit for the PRA from organizations accredited by ACCME.  Baystate Health has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria.  This activity is designated for 1.0 AAPA Category 1 CME credit(s).  PA’s should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. 

imageThis activity was planned by and for the healthcare team and learners will receive 1.0 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.

POLICY ON FACULTY AND SPONSOR DISCLOSURE

The design and content of Baystate Continuing Interprofessional Education (CE) activities support quality improvement in healthcare and provide fair and balanced views of therapeutic options. Any relevant financial relationships are mitigated prior to the educational activity.

Dr. Myers is a member of the steering committee for an AbbVie pharmaceutical clinical trial.

All of the relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.

None of the other planners or faculty for this educational activity have relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.                             

Series location: 
Baystate Medical Center & Zoom

RSS Format: 
Hybrid (in-person & webinar)

Live Stream Available

Global Objectives: 

As a result of participation in this educational series, members of the healthcare team will be able to:

  1. To optimize the well-being of our patients and communities through education that advances the art and science of healthcare.

Interprofessional RSS: 
Yes

Intended Audience: 
Nurses
Physicians
Midwives
Nurse Practitioners
Physician Assistants
Residents/Fellows in the Ob/GYN Department

Specialty: 
Obstetrics & Gynecology

Credits Available: 
AAPA Category 1 CME
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
ANCC Contact Hours
IPCE

Sessions