- Level Professional
- Duration 5 hours
- Course by Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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Welcome to Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Comprehensive Review This course, offered by the Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, is designed to inform primary care physicians and general otolaryngologists, as well as nurses, physician assistants and medical assistants, about the differences between acute and chronic rhinosinusitis and how to distinguish and treat them. It is also applicable to individuals who wish to broaden their knowledge and vernacular about this disease process, especially those who may suffer from this condition. The course has been divided into four modules, each of which is followed by multiple choice questions to help attendees further understand this condition: Week 1 - CME Information, Accreditation and Introduction Week 2 - Module 1: Normal Sinus Anatomy and Function (15 min. + quiz) Week 3 - Module 2: Acute Rhinosinusitis: Diagnosis and Treatment (17 min. + quiz) Week 4 - Module 3: Chronic Rhinoinusitis: Diagnosis and Treatment (18 min. + quiz) Week 5 - Module 4: The Role of Surgery for Sinusitis and Activity Evaluation (36 min. + 2 quizzes) The primary objective of this course is to provide physicians with a thorough understanding of how to better diagnose and treat patients who suffer from acute and chronic rhinosinusitis. Note: This course is no longer available for CME Credit. Please review the CME Information and Accreditation prior to proceeding with the course modules. Release Date: January 16, 2018 Expiration Date: January 16, 2020 Estimated Time to Complete: One Hour and Forty Five Minutes CME Fee: $30.00 CME Credits Offered: 1.75 CME Reviewer: Marita S. Teng, MD How to Receive CME Credit: For physicians who are interested in earning CME credits and other allied health professions who wish to receive a Verification of Attendance certificate, you must: a. Complete Signature Track (details to follow after enrolling in this course) b. Complete registration process through the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, CME Office using the following link: http://bit.ly/Acute_Chronic (WARNING: This course is no longer available for CME Credit.) (You will be required to pay an additional non-refundable fee of $30.00 in addition to the $49.00 fee for signature track.) c. Email an attached copy of your Verified Certificate from Coursera to the CME office at the Icahn School of Medicine at cme@mssm.edu and request your CME certificate. d. You will be provided with the instructions for downloading your CME/CE certificate. Technical Design and Development Lynette Bobbitt Lisa Chase Jill Gregory Paul Lawrence Charles Psarreas Rory SacksModules
CME Information and Accreditation
2
Readings
- CME Information
- How To Receive CME Credit
Introduction
1
Videos
- Welcome
2
Readings
- Dr. Satish Govindaraj Bio
- Course Objectives
Normal Sinus Anatomy and Function
1
Assignment
- The Basics of Sinus Disease
1
Videos
- Introduction to Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitus
1
Readings
- Introduction to Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitus Glossary of Terms and Objectives
Acute Rhinosinusitis: Diagnosis and Treatment
1
Assignment
- Acute Rhinosinusitis
1
Videos
- Etiology and Pathogenesis of Acute Sinusitis
1
Readings
- Etiology and Pathogenesis of Acute Sinusitis Objectives
Chronic Rhinoinusitis: Diagnosis and Treatment
1
Assignment
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis Review
1
Videos
- Etiology and Pathogenesis of Chronic Sinusitis
1
Readings
- Etiology and Pathogenesis of Chronic Rhinosinusitis Objectives
The Role of Surgery for Sinusitis and Activity Evaluation
1
Assignment
- Surgical Management
3
Videos
- Surgical Management pt. 1
- Surgical Management pt. 2
- Conclusion
1
Readings
- Surgical Management of Sinusitis Objectives
Activity Evaluation
1
Readings
- Activity Evaluation
Auto Summary
This comprehensive course on Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitis, offered by the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, targets primary care physicians, otolaryngologists, nurses, and medical assistants. It covers the distinctions between acute and chronic rhinosinusitis and their treatments. The course spans five weeks, with four detailed modules including quizzes, and takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete. Though CME credits are no longer available, it remains a valuable resource for healthcare professionals and individuals interested in this condition. Subscription options include Starter and Professional.

Satish Govindaraj, MD