Presented by:
Erika M. Cascio, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist
Neuropsychologist & Clinical Assistant Professor
Department of Clinical and Health Psychology
UF Health & Shands Hospital/University of Florida
Faculty Disclosure:
Dr. Cascio has disclosed that she has no relevant financial relationships. No one else in a position to control content has any financial relationships to disclose. Conflict of interest information for the CME Advisory Committee members can be found on the following website: https://cme.ufl.edu/disclosure/. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.
Release Date: June 28, 2023
Expiration Date: June 27, 2024
Target Audience: Primary Care Physicians, Specialty Physicians (Pediatrics, Pediatric Hematology, Adult Hematology), Physician Assistants, Nurses, Pharmacists, and other clinicians involved in the care of patients with Sickle Cell Disease.
Learning Objectives:
As a result of participation in this activity, participants should be able to:
- Describe the neurocognitive sequelae of Sickle Cell Disease and its subtypes
- Indicate the implications of diminished neurocognitive functioning on quality of life parameters
- Explore ways of optimizing transition from pediatric to adult care
Requirements for successful completion: Certificates are awarded upon successful completion (80% proficiency) of the post-test.
Accreditation: The University of Florida College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit: The University of Florida College of Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Resource for further study:
Berkelhammer LD, Williamson AL, Sanford SD, Dirksen CL, Sharp WG, Margulies AS, Prengler RA. Neurocognitive sequelae of pediatric sickle cell disease: a review of the literature. Child Neuropsychol. 2007 Mar;13(2):120-31. doi: 10.1080/09297040600800956. PMID: 17364569.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Debbie Ringdahl ringdd@shands.ufl.edu
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