37th Prader Willi Syndrome Association Medical and Scientific Conference

PWSA USA is the oldest and largest organization dedicated to Support, Advocacy, and Research for individuals with Prader Willi Syndrome.  This conference will highlight national and international expert speakers in Prader Willi Syndrome and is open to anyone interested in learning more about the syndrome.

For more information, please contact Paige Rivard 941.312.0400 // [email protected]

Wednesday, June 21, 2023, 8:00 AM - Thursday, June 22, 2023, 5:00 PM, Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, FL

1. Identify the use and shortcomings of the current hyperphagia test used in research in PWS
2. Identify and utilize new treatment options in managing hyperphagia in Prader Willi Syndrome.
3. Identify possible gastrointestinal problems in Prader Willi syndrome and why GLP1 medications may contribute to this problem.
4. Identify difficulties in determining endpoints to research in Prader Willi Syndrome and contribute to new endpoints

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine and National Prader Willi Syndrome Association. Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit amount subject to change.  

Interprofessional Continuing Education
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 4.75 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change.

Physicians
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses
Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine designates this activity for 4.75 contact hours for nurses.  Nurses should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Psychologists
This program is co-sponsored by the American Psychological Association for continuing education credit. The American Psychological Association retains responsibility for the program.  This activity is designated for 4.75 APA CE Credits.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (4.75 hours), APA CE Credits (4.75 hours), Continuing Nursing Credit- ANCC (4.75 hours), General Attendance (4.75 hours), IPCE Credit (4.75 hours), Other Learner Attendance (4.75 hours)

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.