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Providers Practice Prevention

KCP strives to improve patient care through the following services for health professionals:

 

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Cervical Cancer Screening and Diagnostic Protocols

This offering in our Providers Practice Prevention (PPP) continuing education series was designed specifically for Kentucky providers. Funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention through the Kentucky Department for Public Health, this self-study program features a reference manual presenting:

  • Recent changes in screening guidelines by the American Cancer Society and the United States Preventive Services Task Force.
  • Changes in terminology for reporting results of cervical cytology (The Bethesda System - 2001).
  • Information on liquid-based cytology.
  • Current HPV/HPV DNA testing recommendations.

The Kentucky Medical Association has approved this offering for two hours of Category 1 CME credit. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners has approved this offering for two contact hours (#0308280). This CE program is available to practicing physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants in Kentucky who perform cervical cancer screening/diagnosis.

To order your free copy of Providers Practice Prevention: Cervical Cancer Screening and Diagnostic Protocols click here.

 

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Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence

This video self-study program based on the U. S. Public Health Service Clinical Practice Guideline: Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence has been developed especially for Kentucky providers. Funded by the Kentucky Department for Public Health, the video addresses key recommendations of the guideline including effective interventions, and features Kentucky providers offering testimonials regarding their experience with patients who use tobacco. The program also includes a toolkit with a Quick Reference Guide for clinicians, pharmacology recommendations, office reminder tools, provider counseling aids, patient education materials and cessation resources for referral.

This kit is available to all practicing physicians, dentists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and dental hygienists and psychologists in Kentucky for continuing education credit. To order your free copy of Providers Practice Prevention: Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence click here.

 

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Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence during Pregnancy

This latest offering in our PPP continuing education series was developed especially for Kentucky obstetricians and gynecologists. Funded by the Kentucky Department for Public Health, this special edition of our highly regarded video self-study program, Providers Practice Prevention: Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence was developed to address the unique necessities and opportunities of treating tobacco use during pregnancy. The Kentucky Medical Association has approved the program for two hours of Category 1 CME credit for physicians. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners has approved this offering for two contact hours (#0311367). To order your free copy of Providers Practice Prevention: Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence during Pregnancy click here.

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