Learning Objectives: 

  • Diagnose and manage common and complex inpatient conditions (e.g., COPD, stroke, CKD, atrial fibrillation, heart failure) using current guidelines.
  • Identify and respond to oncologic and hematologic emergencies, as well as complications in immunocompromised patients.
  • Understand the risks the clinical risks, complications and care considerations associated with are for patients advanced material age in the hospital.
  • Understand coding updates, critical care billing rules, value-based care models, and certification (OCC) requirements.
  • Conduct and document advance care planning and end-of-life discussions using standardized tools and billing codes.
  • Implement new medications and treatment strategies in diabetes, oncology, gastroenterology, inflammatory disease, and weight management.
  • Apply self-care strategies for clinicians and support patient recovery through sleep optimization and palliative care.
  • Explore AI applications in hospital medicine and understand their benefits, limitations, and ethical considerations.
  • Work effectively with coders, pharmacists, and multidisciplinary teams to improve care quality and outcomes.
  • Promote continuous learning by staying current on emerging trends, common misconceptions, and updated guidelines to enhance clinical practice.