Annual Review Course Self Study On Demand Modules (2021)

For the ABU Qualifying (Part 1) Examination, residents need to possess basic urologic knowledge and an understanding of current American Urological Association practice guidelines. To fulfill this need, the AUA developed this course to disseminate current urologic knowledge and successfully prepare residents for the ABU examination. This course is also of interest to practicing urologists preparing for the ABU Knowledge Assessment as well as others, including allied health professionals, looking for a thorough review of basic urologic topics.

Additionally, this course features enhanced programming that allows registrants to access additional online learning resources and modules at their convenience! The Self Study On Demand Modules include webcasts of content that was removed or reduced from the live program.

The Self Study On Demand Modules will include the following content:

  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Interstitial Cystitis and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
  • Laparoscopy

The Self-Study On-Demand Content will be available to registrants of the Annual Review Live Course or Webcast Only on or before May 21, 2021. Attendees are encouraged to access this content prior to the course to come prepared!

 

 

Target Audience

  • Residents
  • Urologists

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Apply basic, generally accepted urological practices for effective, high-quality patient care.
  2. Demonstrate core knowledge of urology necessary for American Board of Urology (ABU) Qualifying (Part 1) Examination and for the ABU Knowledge Assessment.
  3. Utilize AUA Guidelines for appropriate patient evaluation and management.
    Course summary
    Available credit: 
    • 3.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    • 3.00 Non-Physician Participation
    Course opens: 
    05/21/2021
    Course expires: 
    05/21/2024
    Part of: 
    Annual Review Course (2021)
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    SELF STUDY ON-DEMAND MODULES

    Anatomy and Embryology

    Howard B. Goldman, MD, FACS

    • Applied Anatomy
    • Embryology

    Interstitial Cystitis and Sexually Tansmitted Diseases 

    Daniel A. Shoskes, MD

    Laparoscopy

    Steven J. Shichman

     

    Education Council Disclosures

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    AUA Office of Education Staff has nothing to disclose. 

    METHOD OF PARTICIPATION:

    Learners will participate in this online educational activity by viewing the webcast and completing the post-test and evaluation. To claim CME credit for this enduring material, learners must complete the post-test, passing with 80% accuracy, and submit the program evaluation.

    Estimated time to complete this activity: 3.00 hours

    Release Date: May, 2021
    Expiration Date: May, 2024

    ACCREDITATION: 

    The American Urological Association (AUA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

    CREDIT DESIGNATION: 

    The American Urological Association designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 3.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    OTHER LEARNERS: 

    The AUA is not accredited to offer credit to participants who are not MDs or DOs. However, the AUA will issue documentation of participation that states that the activity was certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

    EVIDENCE BASED CONTENT: 

    It is the policy of the AUA to ensure that the content contained in this CME activity is valid, fair, balanced, scientifically rigorous, and free of commercial bias.

    AUA DISCLOSURE POLICY: 

    All persons in a position to control the content of an educational activity (i.e., activity planners, presenters, authors) are required to disclose to the provider any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest. The AUA must determine if the individual’s relationships may influence the educational content and resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent individuals with relevant financial relationships from participating, but rather to provide learners information with which they can make their own judgments.

    MITIGATION OF IDENTIFIED CONFLICT OF INTEREST: 

    All disclosures will be reviewed by the AUA Conflict of Interest (COI) Review Work Group for identification of conflicts of interest. The AUA COI Review Work Group, working with the program directors and/or editors, will document the mechanism(s) for management and mitigation of the conflict of interest and final approval of the activity will be documented prior to implementation. Any of the mechanisms below can/will be used to mitigate conflict of interest:

    • Peer review for valid, evidence-based content of all materials associated with an educational activity by the course/program director, editor, and/or AUA COI Review Work Group.
    • Limit content to evidence with no recommendations
    • Introduction of a debate format with an unbiased moderator (point-counterpoint)
    • Inclusion of moderated panel discussion
    • Publication of a parallel or rebuttal article for an article that is felt to be biased
    • Limit equipment representatives to providing logistics and operation support only in procedural demonstrations
    • Divestiture of the relationship by faculty

    OFF-LABEL OR UNAPPROVED USE OF DRUGS OR DEVICES: 

    The audience is advised that this continuing medical education activity may contain reference(s) to off-label or unapproved uses of drugs or devices. Please consult the prescribing information for full disclosure of approved uses.

    AUA PARTICIPANT INFORMATION & POLICIES

    Disclaimer: The opinions and recommendations expressed by faculty, authors and other experts whose input is included in this program are their own and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of the AUA.

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    Audio, Video and Photographic Equipment: The use of audio, video and other photographic recording equipment by attendees is prohibited inside AUA meeting rooms.

    Reproduction Permission: Reproduction of written materials developed for this AUA course is prohibited without the written permission from individual authors and the American Urological Association.

    Special Assistance/Dietary Needs: The AUA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act §12112(a). If any participant is in need of special assistance or has any dietary restrictions, please see the registration desk.

    Available Credit

    • 3.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    • 3.00 Non-Physician Participation
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    Disclaimer: The opinions and recommendations expressed by faculty, authors and other experts whose input is included in this program are their own and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of the American Urological Association (AUA).

    Consent to Use of Photographic Images: Registration and attendance at or participation in AUA meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to AUA's use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee's image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions, and audiotapes of such events and activities.

    Audio, Video, Photographic Equipment: The use of audio, video and other photographic recording equipment by attendees is prohibited inside AUA meeting rooms.

    Reproduction Permission: Reproduction of written materials developed for this AUA course is prohibited without the written permission from individual authors and the AUA.

    Special Assistance/Dietary Needs: The AUA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act §12112(a). If any participant is in need of special assistance or has any dietary restrictions, a written request should be submitted at least one month in advance. For additional assistance with your request please call 1-800-908-9414.