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Speaker: Dr. Sanjay Chand

Abstract: Dental patients may present with complex medical history of past and current illnesses which may impact delivery of dental care. This course will describe the importance of taking a thorough medical history and how it may impact dental therapy, alter treatment plans and perhaps even avoid medical emergencies.

It will allow the dental healthcare provider to understand past and current disease states, current medications the patient may be taking and their effect on treatment strategies for their patients.

Learning Objectives:

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Discuss the importance of taking a detailed and thorough medical history
2. Describe the essential components of a medical history
3. Explore strategies for successful patient interviews
4. Discuss detailed review of systemic diseases
5. Discuss and elaborate connections between systemic disease and oral health
6. Review common medications and treatments the dental patient may present with

Tuition: $69/2 ADA CERP credit hours
Course Prerequisites: None required 
Course Format: Virtual Lecture
Conflict of Interest: None reported by speaker
Contact: Caitlin Laughlin at caitlin_laughlin@hsdm.harvard.edu
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation 7 days before the course will be eligible for full refund. No refund will be made within 7 days of the course initiation date. 

Harvard School of Dental Medicine is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. The Harvard School of Dental Medicine designated this activity for 2 continuing education credit.