New England Civil Surgeons Webinar Series

Date:
Session 1: November 17, 2020
Session 2: December 15, 2020
Session 3: January 21, 2021
Location: Webinar

COURSE DESCRIPTION & OVERALL GOAL
Persons who apply for U.S. permanent residence status from within the U.S. are required to complete a standardized medical examination that include immunizations and screening for infectious diseases. “Civil Surgeons” are the doctors authorized by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to document the completion of these requirements on the Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record (Form I-693). There have been recent updates made to the I-693 form and several CDC technical instructions. The purpose of these trainings are to discuss best practices for immunizations and screening for infectious diseases, and provide civil surgeons with an update on changes to the I-693 form, and updates to the CDC technical instructions for tuberculosis, immunizations, STIs, mental health, and substance abuse.

AGENDA

These webinar sessions are archived and available for credit here.

Session 1
November 17, 2020 | 8:00 - 11:00 AM Eastern

Session 2
December 15, 2020 | 8:00 - 10:30 AM Eastern

Session 3
January 21, 2021 | 8:00 - 10:30 AM Eastern

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This training is open to civil surgeons and clinical staff who support civil surgeon activities.

WHY COURSE IS NEEDED
Recommendations and best practices related to screening and medical evaluation for tuberculosis and other infectious diseases conducted by civil surgeons have changed in recent years. Civil surgeons may not be aware of recent changes and revised technical instructions and, thus, may not be implementing these recommendations in their practice. This educational activity will provide civil surgeons with an overview of updated information on the TB technical instructions, review best practices for the screening and treatment of other infectious diseases and mental health disorders, and provide a forum for civil surgeons discuss complex case scenarios and receive input from experts.

OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this conference, participants should be better able to:

Session 1:

• State the purpose of the CDC technical instructions and the role they play in the medical clearance process for applicants seeking to adjust their immigration status in the United States.
• List the most recent updates to the USCIS I-693 Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination form in order to assist civil surgeons in completing the form for status adjusters.
• Explain recent updates to the technical instructions for tuberculosis, including clarifications on laboratory testing procedures and the role of civil surgeons while interacting with health departments.

Session 2:

• Implement the preferred diagnostic and treatment options for gonorrhea and syphilis to ensure proper interpretation of tests and treatment of individuals seeking status adjustment.
• Apply the CDC recommendations for accurately determining and addressing vaccination needs for applicants seeking to adjust their immigration status in the United States.

Session 3:

• Utilize best practices for screening for mental health and substance abuse disorders for applicants seeking to adjust their immigration status in the United States, as cited in the CDC technical instructions.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
In order to meet the learning objectives and receive continuing education credits, participants are required to attend live webinar sessions and complete an evaluation form. Credit can be claimed for each individual session and attendance is not required at all three sessions to claim credit. A follow-up evaluation will be sent within 4 months of the course.

CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences and Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

CME:
Session 1: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Session 2: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Session 3: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in each activity.

CNE:
Session 1: This activity is awarded 3.0 contact hours. (60 minute CH)
Session 2: This activity is awarded 2.5 contact hours. (60 minute CH)
Session 3: This activity is awarded 2.5 contact hours. (60 minute CH)
Nurses should claim only those contact hours actually spent participating in each activity.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION & FEE
There is no fee for this conference.

Register to attend here.
We reserve the right to close registration early or cancel late registrants due to limits on capacity.

DISCLOSURE POLICY
All individuals who affect content of continuing education activities are required to disclose to the audience any real or apparent conflict of interest related to the activity. The activity faculty are further required to disclose discussion of off-label/investigational uses in their presentations. These disclosures will be made to the audience at the time of the activity.

FUNDING DISCLOSURE
Funding for this conference was made possible in part by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. government.
If you require an accomodation because of a disability, or if you need any additional information, please contact Olivia Dupont od94@njms.rutgers.edu.