Learning Objectives:
- Attendees will describe the most important elements of preoperative evaluation for patients who have recovered from Covid-19 infection.
- Attendees will be able to engage effectively with their patient populations utilizing electronic and internet tools.
- Attendees will understand the factors that contribute to vaccine hesitancy and recognize strategies for communicating with patients effectively regarding Covid 19 vaccination.
| 3:15pm |
Introduction Laura Boyer, FNP-C CBN; Leslie Heinberg, PhD |
| 3:17pm |
How to conduct preoperative evaluation in bariatric surgery patients who have recovered from Covid 19 infection. What are the recommended elements of a preoperative clearance plan for a safe surgical outcome? Raoul Manalac, MD |
| 3:37pm |
Engaging and staying connected to bariatric surgery patients utilizing telehealth, social media, and other internet connections. Nini Peterson, PhD |
| 3:57pm |
Vaccine Hesitancy in a Vulnerable Population and Strategies to Address Their Concerns. Theodore Kyle, RPh MBA |
| 4:11pm |
Discussion/Q & A |