PROGRAM CHAIR
Nimesh A. Patel, MD
Director of Pediatric Retina, Mass-Eye and Ear and Mass General Hospital
Director of Pediatric Retina Surgery, Boston Children’s Hospital
Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, Harvard Medical School
Boston, Massachusetts
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This educational Whiteboard Educational Snapshot activity offers clinicians involved in the care of pediatric patients the opportunity to learn about recent evidence in the management of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), including efficacy and safety of anti-VEGF therapy. Through interactive whiteboard animations and case-based learning, clinicians can increase their ability to individualize management plans in ROP.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This initiative is designed to meet the educational needs of designed for pediatric ophthalmologists and retina specialists involved in the treatment and management of patients with retinopathy of prematurity (ROP).
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon the completion of this program, attendees should be able to:
- Evaluate treatment options, including anti-VEGF therapy, to develop an individualized management plan for patients with ROP
JOINT ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
In support of improving patient care, Med Learning Group 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.
PHYSICIAN CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT
Med Learning Group designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the enduring activity.
NURSES (ANCC) CREDIT DESIGNATION
Med Learning Group designates this activity for a maximum of 0.5 ANCC contact hour.
ACCME INNOVATION PARTNER
Med Learning Group (MLG) is proud to be recognized as an ACCME Innovation Partner, leading the way in simplifying CME for physicians. As an Innovation Partner, MLG will be working with the ACCME by submitting credits directly to CME Passport.
ACCME INNOVATION PARTNER DISCLAIMER
Upon your acceptance in the evaluation and completion of this CME activity, Med Learning Group will share your completion information and certain personal details (eg, name, National Provider Identifier, birthdate MM/DD) with the ACCME for inclusion in your CME Passport transcript and, as applicable, reporting to certifying, licensing, or other regulatory authorities you specify.
DISCLOSURE POLICY STATEMENT
In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, educational programs sponsored by Med Learning Group must demonstrate balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor. All faculty, authors, editors, staff, and planning committee members participating in an MLG-sponsored activity are required to disclose any relevant financial interest or other relationship with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) and/or provider(s) of commercial services that are discussed in an educational activity.
DISCLOSURE OF RELEVANT FINANCIAL RELATIONSHIP(S)
| Faculty Member | Disclosures |
| Nimesh A. Patel, MD | Consulting Fees: Adverum Biotechnologies, Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Apellis, Alcon, Allergan, Biogen, DORC, Alimera Sciences, EyePoint, Genentech, Guidepoint, GLG Pharma, Maple Biosciences, Kyoto Pharmaceutical Industries, Life Science Pharmaceuticals, Oyster Point Pharma, REGENXBIO, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc., YoungMD Connect, Oliver Wyman, and Sydnexis |
All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.
Content Review
The content of this activity was independently peer reviewed by a physician and nurse reviewer.
Individuals in Control of the Content of the Activity
The individuals in control of the content of this activity have reported the following financial relationships or relationships to products or devices they have with ineligible companies related to the content of this CE activity:
- Matthew Frese, MBA, General Manager of Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Lauren Welch, MA, Sr VP of Operations for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Tom Bregartner, MBA, VP of Outcomes and Accreditation for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Sharon Windsor Harker, Medical Director of Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Nicole Longo, DO, FACOI, VP of Med/Sci Services and Learner Engagement of Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Nicolas Applyrs, DO, has nothing to disclose.
- La Donna Lue Winston, APRN, has nothing to disclose.
- Ana Maria Albino, Senior Program Manager of Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Jessica Feygin-Samuels, Program Manager of Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Kristen Marks, Program Coordinator of Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
- Russie Allen, MM, Accreditation and Outcomes Manager for Med Learning Group, has nothing to disclose.
DISCLOSURE OF UNLABELED USE
Med Learning Group requires that faculty participating in any CE activity disclose to the audience when discussing any unlabeled or investigational use of any commercial product or device not yet approved for use in the United States. During this lecture, the faculty may mention the use of medications for both FDA-approved and non-approved indications.
METHOD OF PARTICIPATION
There are no fees for participating and receiving CE credit for this activity. In order to obtain your certificate for the mentioned accreditation, participants need to successfully complete the associated pre/post activities and evaluation. Your certificate will be provided as a downloadable file.
DISCLAIMER
Med Learning Group makes every effort to develop CE activities that are science based. This activity is designed for educational purposes. Participants have a responsibility to use this information to enhance their professional development in an effort to improve patient outcomes. Conclusions drawn by the participants should be derived from careful consideration of all available scientific information. The participant should use his/her clinical judgment, knowledge, experience, and diagnostic decision-making expertise before applying any information, whether provided here or by others, for any professional use.
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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Event staff will be glad to assist you with any special needs. Please contact Med Learning Group prior to participating at [email protected]
RELEASED DATE: May 06, 2026
EXPIRATION DATE: May 06, 2027
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