Statement of Need
Liver diseases are increasingly being recognized as a major cause of morbidity and mortality. This continuing medical education activity is designed to provide a comprehensive assessment of common liver diseases seen in the community. There are recent advances in the diagnosis and management of patients with liver disease for Primary Care Physicians, Gastroenterologists, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other health care providers.

Target Audience
Primary Care Physicians
Internists
Family Practitioners
Gastroenterologists
Nurses
Nurse Practitioners
Physician Assistants

Educational Objectives
At the conclusion of this symposium, the participants should be able to:

• Describe the natural history of common liver diseases and how it relates to patient management
• Evaluate current treatment modalities and develop more effective treatment algorithms for liver disease patients
• Identify potential rationale for evolving liver disease therapies
• Identify the dilemmas facing clinicians treating patients with liver diseases
  

Acknowledgements
Program Director
Victor Ankoma-Sey, MD
Director, Liver Associates of Texas, PA
Chief, Hepatology, St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital
Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine Houston, Texas

Scientific Committee Members