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Envenomation in the US: Snakes, Lizards, Marine Life and Arthropods

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Course Objective

This course is designed for physicians to recognize and expertly manage a variety of envenomation, including snakebites, scorpion stings, spider bites, hymenoptera stings, venomous lizard bites and a variety of marine envenomation, including jellyfish stings.  Common myths will be dispelled, and evidence-based treatment guidelines will be reviewed.
 

Learning Outcomes          
Completion of this course will better enable the course participant to:

  • List the typical characteristics associated with snakebites native to the United States.
  • Explain the typical characteristics associated with envenomation from insects, arthropods and sea creatures native to the United States.  
  • Describe the appropriate use of antivenom for snake bite envenomation.
  • Describe the appropriate treatment of different envenomation injuries and complications.  
     

About the Author/Presenter

Spencer Greene, MD, MS, FACEP, FACMT, FAACT, FAAEM,?is a board-certified emergency physician, medical toxicologist, and addiction medicine specialist. He is a Clinical Professor at the University of Houston College of Medicine and serves as the Director of Toxicology at HCA Houston Healthcare-Kingwood, where he oversees one of the busiest snakebite services in the U.S. His research interests include envenomations, salicylate poisoning, antimuscarinic toxicity, anticonvulsant overdoses, and alcohol withdrawal. He has authored more than 50 book chapters and scholarly articles and is the recipient of multiple teaching and clinical awards. Dr. Greene has directed the Houston Venom Conference since 2013. He serves as the Co-Chair of the newly established American College of Medical Toxicology (ACMT) Toxinology section and directed the ACMT Natural Toxins Academy. Dr. Greene graduated from Washington University in St. Louis with a BA in psychology and biology. He earned an MS in immunology from C.W. Post, Long Island University. He graduated magna cum laude with an MD from Albany Medical College. He completed his emergency medicine residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and his medical toxicology fellowship at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center.  
 

How to Receive Credit

  • Read the entire course online or in print.
  • After completion of the course, complete the final examination. A passing grade of 70% is required. Exam questions link content to learning outcomes as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.
  • Provide required personal information and payment information.
  • Complete the mandatory course evaluation.
  • Print your Certificate of Completion.

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The planners, faculty, and others in control of content (either individually or as a group) of this educational activity have no relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.  

Sponsorship/Commercial Support and Non-Endorsement          
It is the policy of Colibri not to accept commercial support. Furthermore, commercial interests are prohibited from distributing or providing access to this activity to learners.     

Accreditation Statement    
InforMed is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  

Designation Statement    
InforMed designates this enduring material for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  
 

Disclaimer          
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.          
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