Overview
Authors:
- Robert H Eckel, MD, FAHA, FACC, FNLA, University of Colorado – Denver
- Michael Rothkopf, MD, FACP, FACN, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson
University
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of risk factors affecting nearly 55% of adults aged 60 and older in the U.S. that can lead to heart disease, diabetes, stroke, liver disease, some forms of cancer, and other health problems. In this learning module, we will provide you with the skills and resources to diagnose and manage your patients that are at risk for metabolic syndrome.
This module assists providers in diagnosing and managing patients at risk for metabolic syndrome.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this activity, learners will be able to:
- Describe risk factors and diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome
- Review pathogenesis of metabolic syndrome
- Discuss evaluation and treatment options for metabolic syndrome
To receive your certificate, complete the interactive case study; review the clinical guidelines, references and resources; and take the Metabolic Syndrome Quiz.
CE Information
Release Date: August 1, 2023
Expiration Date: July 31, 2026
Estimated time to complete activity: 1 hour
Accreditation Statement
The American Society for Nutrition is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation
The American Society for Nutrition designates this enduring materials activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
Additional Information
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the American Society for Nutrition (ASN).
All education content presented in this activity has been reviewed and validated as appropriate in keeping with sound scientific principles.
Official ASN Disclosure Policies
It is the policy of the American Society of Nutrition, in compliance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education to ensure that education presents learners with only accurate, balanced, and scientifically justified recommendations and protects learners from promotion, marketing, and commercial bias. ASN requires disclosure of all financial interest that the planning
committee (including ASN staff) or faculty members have with ineligible companies. All faculty and contributors to this continuing education activity have disclosed any relevant financial relationship that may have direct bearing on the subject matter of this program. Specific disclosure information is in the course materials.
The American Society for Nutrition supports fair and unbiased participation of individuals in its education activities. Any real or potential conflicts of interest must be identified and managed. All relevant financial relationships with commercial interests that directly impact and/or might conflict with ASN activities must be disclosed, or disclosure that no relevant financial relationships exist must be documented. Other relationships that could cause private interests to conflict with professional interests must also be disclosed. This policy is intended to openly identify any potential conflict so that participants in an education activity are able to form their own judgments about the presentation. In addition, disclosure must be made of presentations on drugs or devices or uses of drugs or devices that have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
Faculty Disclosures
Content Authors
Robert H. Eckel, MD, University of Colorado
Consultant: Amarin, Lexicon, Novo Nordisk, Provention Bio, The Healthy Aging Co; Data Safety Monitoring Board: Arrowhead
All of the relevant financial relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.
Michael Rothkopf, MD, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University
Consultant: Amerita, Inc.
All of the relevant financial relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.
Reviewers
Stephanie Dunbar, RD, MPH, American Society for Nutrition
No relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.
Nanette Steinle, MD. University of Maryland School of Medicine
No relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.
Staff
Gwen Twillman, American Society for Nutrition
No relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.
Commercial Support
Commercial support for this activity has been provided by an educational grant from Abbott Nutrition.
Method of Participation and Instructions for Credit
During the period August 1, 2023 through July 31, 2026, participants must 1) read the learning
objectives and disclosures; 2) study the educational activity; and 3) complete the post-test with a score
of 75% or better and the activity evaluation. Once you complete the online evaluation, your certificate
will be made available immediately. Click on View Certificate and print the certificate for your records.
Additional Details
- Duration of course: 60 minutes
- CE Certificate available upon completion
- Knowledge Check included
- Intended Audience: Practicing physicians; residents; fellows; nurse practitioners; physician assistants; clinical researchers
Note: For optimal viewing of figures and tables, view this module on your desk/laptop computer or tablet.
