Geriatric Psychopharmacology
CE Information
2.0 CE credits (2.0 pharmacology)Completion Time
2 hours, 3 minutesAvailable Until
December 31, 2025Posted By
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GerontologicalClinical Topics
Geriatric Medicine and PharmacologyJoin Steven Rubin, MD, to expand your existing knowledge about medications and their effects on older adults. This presentation will delve into current indications for commonly prescribed medications. There are risks and benefits to weigh when prescribing for our geriatric patients. Some medications will help, while others will hinder. The latest evidence-based pharmaceutical guidelines will be provided, including when to withhold and withdraw medications. Master the skills to integrate modern pharmaceutical knowledge with more traditional prescriptive methods to help patients achieve longevity with quality.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize fundamental properties and categories of medications and their effects on older adults.
- Apply bio-psycho-social medicine insights to the art of caregiving.
- Integrate modern pharmaceutical knowledge with traditional prescriptive methods to help patients achieve longevity with quality.
- Evaluate current guidelines for patients who may be using both prescription and non-prescription pharmaceutical agents.
Speakers
Steven Rubin, MD, specializes in adult and geriatric neurocognitive and behavioral health care. He is certified by The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has been in private practice for 30 years in Reno, Nevada. Dr. Rubin earned his medical degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, completed his internship at Duke University and finished his psychiatry residency at the University of Virginia. He has been a clinical associate professor with the University of Reno School of Medicine and a member of the Nevada Medicaid Drug Utilization Review Board. He currently serves as a peer reviewer for the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners and provides forensic capacity assessments and expertise consultations. He is the author of the book Autumn Leaves and other writings on dementia and aging. Dr. Rubin provides presentations on geriatric care to various health and civic groups across the nation. His professional mission is to deliver quality health care and education to geriatric patients, their families, and the community.
CE Information
This activity offers 2.0 CE credits (2.0 pharmacology) to attendees.
Accredited by ANCC, ACCME.
Credit eligibility by state, board, and more information can be found here: Geriatric Psychopharmacology
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