Friday, November 22, 2019, 8:00 AM - Saturday, November 23, 2019, 4:15 PM, Tilghman Auditorium/MISTIC lab, Baltimore, MD

Endocrinology, General Surgery, Otolaryngology

Many advances have been made in diagnostic modalities and treatment options for thyroid and parathyroid disease. Management concepts in these tumors are in constant flux medically and surgically. There is a large amount of information published, including guidelines, on these topics which can make it difficult for the practicing physician to stay current with new developments. This course will provide up-to-date information regarding work-up, diagnostic techniques, clinical recommendations, and treatment options for patients with thyroid and parathyroid disease, which will allow for safe delivery of state-of-the-art care for patients.

1. Evaluate advances in remote access approaches to the thyroid.
2. Discuss the indications and contraindications of remote access thyroid surgery.
3. Explain the evaluation and preoperative workup necessary prior to remote access thyroidectomy.
4. Outline the surgical techniques available for the treatment of thyroid and parathyroid diseases.
5. Practice contemporary surgical management approach and comprehend steps to be taken prior to surgical intervention.

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace 202 East Pratt Street   Baltimore, Maryland 21202 Website: www.renaissancehotels.com

(800) 468-3571 (410) 547-1200 FAX: (410) 539-5780

HOTEL RESERVATION CUT-OFF DATE: OCTOBER 28, 2019
A limited block of sleeping rooms has been reserved for your convenience and will be available on a first come, first served basis.

The Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel is part of the waterfront complex of Harborplace, and only steps away from the many attractions of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.  Make your reservation online at https://book.passkey.com/e/49928209 or call the hotel directly and specify that you are part of the Fall JHU Course Room Block to receive the special group rate of $159 single or double, plus tax.  On-site parking is available at the hotel at an additional charge. Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 12:00 p.m.

No faculty are available for this activity at this time.

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