Hepatitis Delta: Increasing Awareness and Treatment Competencies
Course Overview
Hepatitis D is an inflammation of the liver caused by the hepatitis D virus (HDV), and it requires HBV for its replication. Hepatitis D infection cannot occur in the absence of hepatitis B virus. HDV-HBV co-infection
is considered the most severe form of chronic viral hepatitis due to more rapid progression which can lead to hepatocellular carcinoma and liver-related death.
However, HDV diagnostics are not widely available and there is no standardization for HDV RNA assays, which are used for monitoring response to antiviral therapy Learn more about the transmission, vaccination, and
prevention approaches to stop this emerging threat to liver health.
Learn more about the transmission, vaccination, and prevention approaches to stop this emerging threat to liver health.
Topics to be covered in this interactive seminar include:
The key elements in the growth in incidence of Delta Hepatitis
How and why HBV infected individuals are at risk for HDV
HDV infection has spread throughout the world and what impact it is having on individuals in the United States
Screen patients and increase sensitivity to populations at risk
Increase awareness of current and emerging therapies for Delta Hepatitis
Developing patient and staff education modules to reduce hepatitis outbreaks and improve awareness of prevention methods
Translate the lessons of clinical cases to improve you diagnostic and treatment skills
Leann how to drive down the frequency of viral hepatitis in your practice an in your community
Dates and LocationsDecember 14, 2023 – McLean, VA
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Hosted by the Virginia Association of Physician Assistants
(Offered in conjunction to the IBS seminar)
March 8, 2023 – Houston, TX
6:30 – 8:00pm
Hosted by the Harris County Academy of Family Physicians
(Offered in conjunction to the IBS seminar)
March 23, 2023 - Westminster, CA
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Hosted by the Vietnamese Physicians Association of Southern California
(Offered in conjunction to the IBS seminar)
March 28, 2023 - Miami, FL
7:00am – 8:00am
Hosted by the University of Miami School of Medicine
May 3, 2023 – Orlando, FL
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Hosted by the Florida Association of Physician Assistants
(Offered in conjunction to the Hepatorenal Syndrome seminar)
July 27, 2023 – Lexington, KY
3:00 – 4:00 pm
Hosted by the Kentucky Rural Health Association
A web-based, self-paced version of this seminar is also available. Go to the Registration/Information button, then scroll to the bottom of the page to register for the Enduring Material.
CDC-Recommended COVID-19 Precautions will be Implemented at All Live SeminarsRegistration Fees: There is no charge for either the live or web-based seminars, but pre-registration is required.
Target Audience
Gastroenterologists
Internists
Hepatologists
Family Physicians
Advanced-Practice Providers and Nurse Specialists
Social works and other community health professionals
Designation Statements
Physicians (MD/DO)- The University of Louisville Office of Continuing Medical Education & Professional Development designates Hepatitis Delta: Increasing Awareness and Treatment Competencies as a live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurses- Hepatitis Delta: Increasing Awareness and Treatment Competencies seminar has been approved for 1.2 Continuing Education Credits through the University of Louisville Hospital, provider number 4-0068-7-22-1253.
Nurse Practitioners AANP accepts Category I credit from AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ organizations accredited by ACCME.
Physician Assistants AAPA accepts Category I credit from AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ organizations accredited by ACCME.
This course is supported in part by educational grants from Gilead Sciences and Eiger Biopharmaceuticals in accordance with ACCME accreditation Standards of Commercial Support.
For more information contact:
For Course or Content Information, please contact SCLRC at cme@scliver.com or at (253) 432-4023
To Register for these programs, please contact the University of Louisville
University of Louisville Office of CME and Professional Development
501 E. Broadway Su 370
Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: (502) 852-5329
Email: cmepd@louisville.edu
