Update Series (2016) Lesson 9: Female Reproductive Medicine for the Urologist

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  • OR Safety: The Role of the Surgeon
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Target Audience

  • Urologist

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this continuing medical education activity, the participant will review female reproductive physiology, the factors contributing to infertility and the therapies of advanced reproductive technologies.

Course summary
Course opens: 
03/01/2016
Course expires: 
03/31/2029
Part of: 
Update Series Volume 35 (2016)
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Emily J. Goulet, MD
Disclosures: Nothing to disclose
Fellow/Clinical Instructor
Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Mamie R. McLean, MD
Disclosures: Nothing to disclose
Assistant Professor
Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

and

Peter N. Kolettis, MD
Disclosures: Nothing to disclose
Professor, Urology Residency Program Director
Department of Urology
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama

NOTE: CME is no longer available for this activity.

This self-study continuing medical education activity is designed to provide urologists, Board candidates and/or residents affordable and convenient access to the most recent developments and techniques in urology.

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