2009 Satellite Symposia
Satellite Symposium
Body of Evidence: A Closer Look at the Management of Moderate to Severe Acne
Presented by
Theodore Rosen, MD
Chief of the VA Dermatology Clinic
Professor, Dept. of Dermatology
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Saturday, May 23, 2009 | 7:15–8:15 a.m.
Boca Raton Resort and Club
Grand A
Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorhip of Penn State College of Medicine and SynerMed® Communications. Penn State College of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Disclosure
It is our policy to ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor are promoted in all of our educational programs. Faculty and course directors have disclosed relevant financial relationships with commercial companies, and Penn State has a process in place to resolve any conflict of interest. Complete faculty disclosure will be provided to program participants at the beginning of the activity.
Educational Objectives
- Review current and emerging data on the use of available topical combination and systemic agents in the management of moderate to server acne, with an emphasis on safety and efficacy
- Assess the impact of novel vehicles in the delivery of topical combinations
- Describe the risk/benefit of available topical combination agents and tetracycline agents for use in moderate to severe acne
- Illustrate a continuum of care for the management of moderate to severe acne that optimizes patient adherence and outcomes
Target Audience
This activity has been planned to meet the educational needs of dermatologists and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment of moderate to severe acne.
Credit Designation
Penn State College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category I Credit™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Sponsored by Penn State College of Medicine and SynerMed Communications. Supported by an educational grant from Medicis.
