As with many other components of patient care and medical delivery, the coronavirus pandemic has caused unprecedented disruptions and created barriers to the administration of allergen immunotherapy (AIT). The disruption of AIT may place patients at increased risk for an allergic reaction and have a deleterious effect on patient quality of life. At the same time, many of the patients who depend on AIT may also be vulnerable to the most devastating effects of COVID-19. Given these factors, clinicians may be uncertain as to how best reengage patients for AIT, ensure care is delivered appropriately and effectively, and ensure patient, staff, and provider safety. This educational activity will equip clinicians with strategies to manage AIT during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, recent safety and efficacy data from clinical trials and the impact of COVID-19 on AIT research will be reviewed in the context of patient care to inform AIT best practices in the face of current challenges.
This educational initiative has been designed for allergists, otolaryngologists, otolaryngic allergists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants involved in the management of patients receiving allergen immunotherapy.
Upon completion of this educational activity, participants should be able to:
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Physician Continuing Education
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This educational activity may contain discussion of published and/or investigational uses of agents that are not indicated by the FDA. Integrity Continuing Education does not recommend the use of any agent outside of the labeled indications.
The opinions expressed in the educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization associated with this activity. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications, and warnings.
This CME activity is provided by Integrity Continuing Education.
This activity is supported by an educational grant from ALK-Abello, Inc.
2-hour CME Presentation followed by an optional (non-certified) 30 minute session on the impact of COVID-19 on research.
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