Speaker(s): 

Dr. Anthony Sciscione, MD, Physician- The Delaware Center for Maternal and Fetal Medicine - has nothing to disclose.

Moderator(s): 

Dr. Keith Williams MD, Staff member, Geisinger - has nothing to disclose. 

Learning Objectives: 

At the conclusion of this session, the participant should be able to: 

• Knowledge and Understanding:

  Students should demonstrate knowledge of common surgical problems, indications for diagnostic tests, and surgical treatments, including alternatives. 

• Surgical Skills:

  They should be able to perform basic procedures like venipuncture, catheter insertion, and incision closure, as well as apply OR protocols like scrubbing and gowning. 

• Clinical Application:

  Students should be able to evaluate and assess patients, integrate history and physical examination findings, and apply knowledge to problem-solving in various clinical situations. 

• Non-Technical Skills:

  Teaching also focuses on developing communication, teamwork, judgment, and leadership skills, which are crucial in the OR environment. 

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships with/without Commercial Interests:

The Planning Committee consisting of Jay Bringman, MD, Sandra Culbertson, MD, Brittany Meyer, PA-C, Michelle Bafile, PA-C, Lindsay Payne, Stephanie Worhach, RN, Keith Williams, MD, and Orlando Valle, MD have no identified disclosures. 

CE Committee Member/Content Reviewers have nothing to disclose. 

Any/All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated. 

Content Disclosure: 

This presentation/content is HIPAA compliant. 

Commercial Support for this Session

None