Join Keith Ferdinand, MD as he discusses the challenges and disparities health care providers face in the reduction of cardiovascular risk. This session will describe healthcare disparities in risk factor prevalence, co-morbid disease states, and current CVD outcomes in the United States. The course will also explore genetic variations and environmental impacts. and review successful strategies in closing the healthcare gap among racial and ethnic minority groups.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the healthcare disparities in risk factor prevalence, co-morbid disease states, and CVD outcomes in the United States.
- Explain the genomic variations and the impact of the environment on CVD.
- Review successful strategies to close the gap in healthcare disparities among racial and ethnic minorities.
Accreditation:
PCNA is accredited by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners as an approved provider of nurse practitioner continuing education. Provider number: 030602.
