Presentation on Maternal Health Crisis: OB Emergencies in the ER Available for CME
Introduction
Join the Illinois State Medical Society for this webinar presented by Ann Borders, MD, from Endeavor Health, and Stacie Geller, PhD, from the University of Illinois Chicago to learn more about the maternal health crisis in Illinois and state-wide educational initiatives currently underway to address this urgent concern. This presentation will review the MMRCs' findings for Illinois and highlight opportunities for improvement, particularly related to mental health and substance use disorders in the pregnant and postpartum patient. Finally, this activity will present learners with immediately available resources for patients and physicians, and improve learners’ skill in finding curricula available for additional training.
Learning Objectives
- Discuss the ramifications and scope of maternity care deserts throughout the US and Illinois
- Outline the role of Emergency Departments in obstetric care
- Examine Illinois Maternal Mortality Review Committee data and discuss opportunities for improvement, particularly related to mental health conditions and substance use disorders
- Identify and locate online resources and curricula available for additional training for OB emergencies
Available here : ISMS Education Center