George Visit 1: A Middle-Aged Caucasian Male Presenting With Signs of Hypogonadism
| Title: | George Visit 1: A Middle-Aged Caucasian Male Presenting With Signs of Hypogonadism |
| Topic: | Urology |
| Relevant Terms: | Erectile Dysfunction, Male Hypogonadism, Testicular Dysfunction |
| Primary Audience: | Primary Care Physicians; Nurse Practitioners; Physician Assistants |
| Launch Date: | 26-Oct-10 |
| Credits: | 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ |
| Expiration Date: | The accreditation for this activity has expired. |
| Curriculum Name: | Signs and Symptoms of Hypogonadism |
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the activity, participants should be able to:
- Recognize the prevalence, signs, and symptoms of male hypogonadism in the aging male population.
- Order appropriate laboratory testing to make a diagnosis and understand the full scope of the problem.
- Identify appropriate management strategies, utilizing traditional testosterone replacement therapies and newer modalities such as transdermal patches, gels and buccal tablets.
Faculty
STATEMENT OF NEED
Hypogonadism affects 2-4 million men in the United States, but because of the nonspecific nature of the symptoms, most men do not complain, and the condition remains underdiagnosed. Furthermore, prevailing concepts of 'maleness' and sexuality, and lack of awareness among primary care physicians, contribute to disregarding the importance of male hypogonadism, even though it is associated with a reduced quality of life. As a result, many male patients with hypogonadism are untreated.
DISCLOSURE POLICY STATEMENT
It is the policy of NACE to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. NACE assesses conflict of interest with its faculty, planners and managers of CME activities. Conflicts of interest that are identified are resolved by reviewing that presenter's content for fair balance and absence of bias, scientific objectivity of studies utilized in this activity, and patient care recommendations.
Hypogonadism affects 2-4 million men in the United States, but because of the nonspecific nature of the symptoms, most men do not complain, and the condition remains underdiagnosed. Furthermore, prevailing concepts of 'maleness' and sexuality, and lack of awareness among primary care physicians, contribute to disregarding the importance of male hypogonadism, even though it is associated with a reduced quality of life. As a result, many male patients with hypogonadism are untreated.
DISCLOSURE POLICY STATEMENT
It is the policy of NACE to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. NACE assesses conflict of interest with its faculty, planners and managers of CME activities. Conflicts of interest that are identified are resolved by reviewing that presenter's content for fair balance and absence of bias, scientific objectivity of studies utilized in this activity, and patient care recommendations.
While NACE endeavors to review faculty content, it remains the obligation of each physician or other healthcare practitioner to determine the applicability or relevance of the information provided from this course in his or her own practice.
FACULTY DISCLOSURES
Dr. Kuritzky has the following conflicts of interest to disclose:
Consultant/Advisory Board: Boehringer Ingelheim
Dr. Ellsworth has no real or apparent conflicts if interest to report.
Dr. Khera has the following conflicts of interest to disclose:
Speakers Bureau: Auxilium
PLANNERS AND REVIEWERS DISCLOSURE
Gregg Sherman, MD, has no real or apparent conflicts if interest to report. Harvey Parker, PhD, has no real or apparent conflicts of interest to report.
DISCLAIMER
The opinions expressed during the educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of NACE. The information is presented for the purpose of advancing the attendees' professional development.
CREDIT DESIGNATION
NACE designates this educational activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
FACULTY DISCLOSURES
Dr. Kuritzky has the following conflicts of interest to disclose:
Consultant/Advisory Board: Boehringer Ingelheim
Dr. Ellsworth has no real or apparent conflicts if interest to report.
Dr. Khera has the following conflicts of interest to disclose:
Speakers Bureau: Auxilium
PLANNERS AND REVIEWERS DISCLOSURE
Gregg Sherman, MD, has no real or apparent conflicts if interest to report. Harvey Parker, PhD, has no real or apparent conflicts of interest to report.
DISCLAIMER
The opinions expressed during the educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of NACE. The information is presented for the purpose of advancing the attendees' professional development.
CREDIT DESIGNATION
NACE designates this educational activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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. NACE is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
HOW TO RECEIVE CREDIT
HOW TO RECEIVE CREDIT
By reviewing the course content and successfully completing the post-test and evaluation, physicians are entitled to receive 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Statement of credit will be available to print from your user history page.
COURSE FORMAT: Internet CME Activity
- Read the learning objectives and faculty disclosures.
- Participate in the activity.
- Complete the post-test and activity evaluation.
- Physicians, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation will receive CME credit. You must score with a 60% or higher on the post-test to receive credit for this activity.
- All other participants who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation will receive a certificate of participation.
COURSE FORMAT: Internet CME Activity
COURSE VIEWING REQUIREMENTS
PC: Internet Explorer (v6 or greater), or Firefox
PC: Internet Explorer (v6 or greater), or Firefox
MAC: Safari or Firefox
ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE: 30 minutes
ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE: 30 minutes
COMMERCIAL SUPPORT
This activity was supported by an educational grant from Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc., which is now part of Abbott.



