This presentation will begin with a brief overview of currently approved indications for hyperbaric oxygen therapy. More frequently encountered indications will be reviewed in greater detail with a basis in their pathophysiology and inherent mechanisms. Transitioning from the current state, the presentation will shift focus towards a literature-based discussion of upcoming indications and their status/availability in future treatment modalities.

This course is free for ACOFP members; login is required. $40 for non-members.


Learning Objectives:

1. Identify common approved indications for hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
2. Gain an improved understanding of the pathophysiology involved with treating common indications.
3. Demonstrate an appropriate understanding of optimal patient groups and those who stand to benefit most.

Disclosure Information
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None of the individuals in control of the content of this activity have any relationships to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.

Accreditation and Credit Statements
The American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.

ACOFP designates this program for a maximum number of 1 AOA Category 1-A credit and will report CME with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.

The American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

ACOFP designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Disclaimer
This program is sponsored by ACOFP for educational purposes only. The material presented is not intended to represent the sole or best medical interventions for the discussed diagnoses, but rather is intended to present the opinions of the authors or presenters that may be helpful to other practitioners. Attendees participating in this medical education program do so with the full knowledge that they waive any claim they may have against ACOFP for reliance on any information presented during these educational activities.