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| Ethical Issues in Surgical Care - Book Only |
Alberto R. Ferreres, MD, PhD, MPH, JD, FACS(Hon.); Peter Angelos, MD, PhD,
FACS; Eric A. Singer, MD, MA, FACS; Editors Patrice Gabler Blair, MPH, Associate
editorEthical Issues in Surgical Care is a definitive textbook on ethical issues
in surgical practice. This unique resource defines the field of surgical ethics
as it has evolved over the past decade, provides a foundation for understanding
many of the central ethical issues in surgical practice, and organizes the
essential principles in a practical way that promotes application to surgical
care. The book was developed under the auspices of the American College of
Surgeons (ACS) Division of Education and the Committee on Ethics. The editors
have compiled 21 chapters that address the broad areas of the surgeon-patient
relationship, the surgeon and the surgical profession, and the surgeon and
society. Written by experts in surgical ethics, chapters focus on the unique
circumstances of surgeons and the practice of surgery. Case scenarios are
included to ground the ethical discussions in the realities of clinical
practice. Topics include the distinctive aspects of surgical ethics, surgical
judgment and uncertainty, a toolbox for surgical ethics, duties and obligations
of surgeons, informed consent, disclosure, end-of-life issues, surgical
innovation, conflicts of interest, ethics in surgical research and publication,
mentor-mentee relationships, teaching surgical ethics, errors, organ transplant
patients, and global challenges in ethics. The printed book includes access to
an online version. Interested in earning 38 AMA PRA Category I Credits™ to
help meet regulatory mandates? Purchase Ethical Issues in Surgical Care - Book
with CME.* To be eligible for the resident nonmember price, residents in
surgical programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical
Education must submit a letter of verification from their program director or
administrator.
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| Ethical Issues in Surgical Care - Book with CME |
Alberto R. Ferreres, MD, PhD, MPH, JD, FACS(Hon.); Peter Angelos, MD, PhD,
FACS; Eric A. Singer, MD, MA, FACS; Editors Patrice Gabler Blair, MPH, Associate
editorEthical Issues in Surgical Care is a definitive textbook on ethical issues
in surgical practice. This unique resource defines the field of surgical ethics
as it has evolved over the past decade, provides a foundation for understanding
many of the central ethical issues in surgical practice, and organizes the
essential principles in a practical way that promotes application to surgical
care. The book was developed under the auspices of the American College of
Surgeons (ACS) Division of Education and the Committee on Ethics. The editors
have compiled 21 chapters that address the broad areas of the surgeon-patient
relationship, the surgeon and the surgical profession, and the surgeon and
society. Written by experts in surgical ethics, chapters focus on the unique
circumstances of surgeons and the practice of surgery. Case scenarios are
included to ground the ethical discussions in the realities of clinical
practice. Topics include the distinctive aspects of surgical ethics, surgical
judgment and uncertainty, a toolbox for surgical ethics, duties and obligations
of surgeons, informed consent, disclosure, end-of-life issues, surgical
innovation, conflicts of interest, ethics in surgical research and publication,
mentor-mentee relationships, teaching surgical ethics, errors, organ transplant
patients, and global challenges in ethics. The printed book includes access to
an online version. In addition, those who purchase the continuing medical
education (CME) option can earn a maximum of 38 AMA PRA Category I Credits™ to
help meet regulatory mandates.*Residents receive certificates of completion.**To
be eligible for the resident nonmember price, residents in surgical programs
accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education must
submit a letter of verification from r program director or administrator.
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| Optimizing Perioperative Pain Management: An Evidence-Based Approach | Nuances of patient characteristics demand a
sophisticated approach to pain management.Master the complexities of perioperative pain management with the real-life
strategies highlighted in this new online program. Challenging patient scenarios
across preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative periods are used to
demonstrate the array of pain management approaches essential for effective
surgical care. After completing Optimizing Pain Management: An
Evidence-Based Approach, learners will be able to:
Outline the array of pain management approaches
essential for effective surgical care, including multimodal therapies and pain
management with and without the use of opioids.Describe differences in appropriate pain management
approaches for straightforward and complex patient profiles across
preoperative, intraoperative, postoperative, and end-of-life periods.Discuss the implications of opioid use in perioperative patients and the
strategies to manage patients with profiles ranging from opioid naïve, to
opioid use for chronic pain, and to opioid dependency.
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| Patient Education ACS Chapter Leader Sample Pack | The Patient Education ACS Chapter Leader Sample Pack was
developed by the Patient Education Committee and the Board of Governors Patient
Education Pillar. This set of sample patient education materials, including the
ostomy skills kit, quit smoking before surgery brochure, inguinal hernia
brochure, all product overview brochure, and one laminated table-top sign, can
be used during chapter meeting presentations and accompany the PowerPoint
program. The quality resources offered by the ACS meet all current requirements
and have been identified to improve patient satisfaction, increase confidence in
self-care, and reduce the need for additional resources.
A $20.00 per item shipping fee will be added to all orders being shipped
outside the US/CAN region.
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| Preventing Errors & Near Misses in Surgery: Strategies for Ind & Teams | This DVD will facilitate a better understanding of the most common types of human factor errors, why they occur, and the
contexts for occurrence. The program will help surgeons and other members of the
surgical team to be vigilant in watching for these errors in surgical practice,
and in applying strategies to help prevent them and mitigate their effects. The DVD is designed for individual use
or teaching purposes, and includes a toolbox with supplemental resources. Developed by the ACS Division of Education
2011. Please note continuing education credit (CME) is
not available for this product.
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| Professionalism in Surgery: 2nd Edition DVD | The second edition of Professionalism in Surgery:
Challenges and Choices presents 12 new vignettes in addition to the
original 12 vignettes, the American College of Surgeons "Code of Professional
Conduct," and "Medical Professionalism in the New Millennium: A Physician
Charter." The 24 lively vignettes depict realistic dilemmas that surgeons face
in everyday practice, present possible courses of action, and highlight the
principles of professionalism underlying various actions. New vignettes include
titles such as "Dropped Pass," "Industry Temptations," "Molecular Mischief," and
"Expert Excesses."
The first edition met with wide acclaim for teaching purposes,
whether used with small groups of residents or for Grand Rounds with practicing
surgeons. The engaging and sometimes humorous vignettes always prompt
stimulating and productive discussions. Developed by the ACS Division of
Education. 2008. Please note continuing medical education (CME)
credit is not available for
this product.
* Non-RAS residents must supply a letter
confirming status as a resident from a program director or administrator and are
limited to one CD-ROM. Fax number: 312-202-5001.
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