13th Annual Scary Cases Conference

Waltham, MA US
November 1, 2024
The 13th Annual Scary Cases Conference offers another exciting and unique learning experience.  A case-based approach and participation of experts in risk management will help participants learn how to avoid unfavorable clinical outcomes.

Target Audience

Practicing Otolaryngologists, Otolaryngology Residents, Otolaryngology Nurse Practitioners, Otolaryngology Physician Assistants

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Develop skill at detecting those otolaryngic conditions that can easily be missed in a routine exam
  • Identify potential pitfalls inherent to the practice of otolaryngology that may lead to adverse outcomes or put patients at excessive risk
  • Understand legal principles of medical malpractice and learn ways to minimize risk of malpractice in the everyday practice of otolaryngology
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this Live activity for a maximum of 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    • 5.25 MA Risk Management
  • 5.25 Participation
Course opens: 
07/01/2024
Course expires: 
01/02/2025
Event starts: 
11/01/2024 - 7:30am EDT
Event ends: 
11/01/2024 - 5:30pm EDT
Cost:
$210.00
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Conference Center at Waltham Woods
860 Winter Street
Waltham, MA 02451
United States

Course Directors:

Michael Platt, MD
Associate Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine

Michael Cohen, MD
Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine

Lauren Tracy, MD
Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine

 

CME Program Manager:  Ilana Hardesty


In support of improving patient care, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

 


 

 

Physicians
Boston University School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Risk Management
This program meets the criteria of the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine for risk management study.

 

Available Credit

  • 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this Live activity for a maximum of 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    • 5.25 MA Risk Management
  • 5.25 Participation

Price

Cost:
$210.00
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Registration Fees:
$210 regular registration (for all professions/specialties)
$168 discounted registration (for BU/Tufts Alumni)
Free for residents and students
 

BUSM CME complies with the ADA and the rules and regulations thereof to make reasonable accommodations for our educational activities. If any participant in this educational activity is in need of accommodations, please contact BUSM CME at cme@bu.edu.


Cancellation Policy:
Substitutions may be made at any time without an additional charge.  Refunds, less an administrative fee of $25, will be issued for all cancellations received two weeks prior to the start of the conference.  Should cancellation occur within the two-week window, a credit will be issued, not a refund.  Credits will be honored for up to two years.  “No shows” are subject to the full course fee.  Cancellations/substitution(s) must be made in writing.  Refunds or credits will not be issued once the conference has started.  This course is subject to change or cancellation.

If you need to cancel your registration, please click here. 


Disclaimer:
THESE MATERIALS AND ALL OTHER MATERIALS PROVIDED IN CONJUNCTION WITH CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES ARE INTENDED SOLELY FOR PURPOSES OF SUPPLEMENTING CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR QUALIFIED HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS.  ANYONE USING THE MATERIALS ASSUMES FULL RESPONSIBILITY AND ALL RISK FOR THEIR APPROPRIATE USE.  TRUSTEES OF BOSTON UNIVERSITY MAKES NO WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS WHATSOEVER REGARDING THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, CURRENTNESS, NONINFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE MATERIALS.  IN NO EVENT WILL TRUSTEES OF BOSTON UNIVERSITY BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR ANY DECISION MADE OR ACTION TAKEN IN RELIANCE ON THE MATERIALS.  IN NO EVENT SHOULD THE INFORMATION IN THE MATERIALS BE USED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL CARE.  IN NO EVENT SHOULD INFORMATION IN THE MATERIALS REGARDING LAWS, REGULATIONS, OR LEGAL LIABILITY BE CONSIDERED LEGAL ADVICE OR USED AS A SUBSTITUTE FOR CONSULTING WITH AN ATTORNEY.