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Recognizing and Treating the Common Hispanic Mutation (CCM1)
When is a stroke not a stroke, or a tumor not a tumor? This is a distinct possibility in New Mexico, where Cerebral Cavernous Malformations (CCM1), an otherwise rare genetic disorder exhibiting symptoms similar to many ailments including strokes and brain tumors, exists among a considerable amount of the New Mexican population.  This brief course guides healthcare providers to properly identify and manage the symptoms of the CCM1, so they can provide high-value patient care and avoid misdiagnosis.
Recognizing and Treating the Common Hispanic Mutation (CCM1)
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Expires on Dec 31, 2026
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1 CME Credit
       When is a stroke not a stroke, or a tumor not a tumor? This is a distinct possibility in New Mexico, where Cerebral Cavernous Malformations (CCM1), an otherwise rare genetic disorder exhibiting symptoms similar to many ailments including strokes and brain tumors, exists among a considerable amount of the New Mexican population. This brief course guides healthcare providers to properly identify and manage the symptoms of the CCM1, so they can provide high-value patient care and avoid misdiagnosis.
       Healthcare providers serving Hispanic patients, especially in New Mexico.
  • Learners will discern why CCM1 is a serious issue to check for in New Mexican patients.
  • Learners will determine and pursue the best options for testing and managing the symptoms and causes of Cerebral Cavernous Malformations within CCM1 patients.
  • Learners will understand where they can easily access the materials necessary for quick identification and treatment methods for CCM1 patients
       The University of New Mexico School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

       The Office for Continuous Professional Learning designates this enduring materials activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Available Credit: 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
  • Completing this module will require a computer with speakers, a web browser, and Adobe Acrobat™.
  • Browser recommendations: Chrome (incognito window recommended), Safari, or Firefox.
       Albuquerque, NM, United States

Disclosure:

       Faculty and staff involved in planning this CME activity are required to disclose to CPL and to learners any relevant financial relationship(s) of the individual or spouse/partner that have occurred within the last 24 months with any commercial interest(s) whose products or services are discussed in the CME content. CPL has reviewed all disclosures.  No person involved in the creation of this enduring material activity disclosed any conflicts.

Faculty and Staff:

  • Michael Torbey, MD, Chairman, UNM Department of Neurology
  • Dawn Aldridge, RN, UNM Department of Neurology
  • Michael Richardson, RN, UNM Department of Neurology
  • Gary A. Smith, PhD, UNM Office for Continuous Professional Learning (Ameritus)
  • Ali Nakip, MD, MEd, CEDS, Office for Continuous Professional Learning
  • C. Carl Peterson, MEd., M.S., Office for Continuous Professional Learning
  • Original Release Date: 02/19/2024
  • Most recent review and update: 3/18/2024
  • Termination Date: 12/31/2026