Ultrasound Renal Denervation: Interdisciplinary Approach to Better Patient Outcomes 

Chapter 1: Why Is Hypertension the Silent Killer, and What Are We Going to Do About It?

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  • Overview

    Dive into the realm of hypertension management through a chapterized expert interview CME activity on ultrasound renal denervation. In the first chapter, explore the significance of addressing hypertension. Delve into the sympathetic nervous system, ultrasound renal denervation mechanism, and clinical trial data in the second chapter. The third chapter offers dual perspectives on the role of the Hypertension Center, and walks learners through the development process for effective implementation. Gain comprehensive insights from leading experts, Drs. Naomi Fisher and Florian Rader, in this educational series. 

  • Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

    In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence, Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) requires that individuals in a position to control the content of an educational activity disclose all relevant financial relationships with any ineligible company. GLC mitigates all conflicts of interest to ensure independence, objectivity, balance, and scientific rigor in all its educational programs.

    Host:
    Naomi Fisher, MD
    Director, Hypertension Service
    Brigham and Women’s Hospital
    Harvard Medical School
    Boston, MA

    Dr. Fisher has reported the following relevant financial relationships or relationships with ineligible companies of any amount during the past 24 months:
    Research: Recor Medical, Aktiia
    Consulting Fees: Recor Medical, Medtronic, AstraZeneca, Janssen

    Faculty:
    Florian Rader, MD
    Cardiologist and Hypertension Specialist
    Cedars-Sinai
    Los Angeles, CA

    Dr. Rader has reported the following relevant financial relationships or relationships with ineligible companies of any amount during the past 24 months:
    Consulting Fee: ReCor, MedTronic, Bristol Myer Squibb, Cytokinetics, Idorsia

    Reviewers/Content Planners/Authors:

    • Cindy Davidson has nothing to disclose.
    • Howard Green has nothing to disclose. 
    • Samantha Keehn has nothing to disclose.
    • Brian P. McDonough, MD, FAAFP, has nothing to disclose.
    • Tim Person has nothing to disclose.
    • Colleen Resnick has nothing to disclose. 
    • Katie Sheridan has nothing to disclose.
    • Mario Trucillo, PhD, MS has nothing to disclose.
  • Learning Objectives

    After participating in this educational activity, participants should be better able to:  

    • Explain the burden of hypertension, risks of undertreatment, and limitations of guideline-directed medical therapy 
    • Describe the mechanism of action of ultrasound renal denervation as it pertains to the sympathetic nervous system in the management of hypertension 
    • Discuss the latest clinical trial data on the safety and efficacy of ultrasound renal denervation
    • Implement shared decision-making strategies with patients regarding the risks and benefits of ultrasound renal denervation
  • Target Audience

    This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of cardiologists, nephrologists, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician associates. 

  • Accreditation and Credit Designation Statements

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

    Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) designates this activity for 0.50 nursing contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    Global Learning Collaborative (GLC) 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 0.50 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until March 5, 2025. PAs should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • Provider(s)/Educational Partner(s)

    Our ultimate goal is to improve the care being delivered to patients, and our high-quality, evidence-based CME initiatives reflect our dedication to the creation and execution of excellence and are the product of shared research, knowledge, and clinical practice skills across the healthcare continuum. 

  • Commercial Support

    This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from Recor Medical.

  • Disclaimer

    The views and opinions expressed in this educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of GLC and Medtelligence. This presentation is not intended to define an exclusive course of patient management; the participant should use his/her clinical judgment, knowledge, experience, and diagnostic skills in applying or adopting for professional use any of the information provided herein. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed or suggested in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of their patients’ conditions and contraindications or dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities. Links to other sites may be provided as additional sources of information. Once you elect to access a site outside of Medtelligence you are subject to the terms and conditions of use, including copyright and licensing restriction, of that site.

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