Eli A. Friedman, M.D.
Dr. Friedman has received grant/research support from Alteon within the past three years.
This activity is made possible by an unrestricted educational grant from the Novartis Foundation for Gerontology.
Estimated course time: 1 hour(s).
Albert Einstein College of Medicine – Montefiore Medical Center designates this enduring material 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.
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center and InterMDnet. Albert Einstein College of Medicine – Montefiore Medical Center 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.
Upon completion of this Cyberounds®, you should be able to:
Enumerate the incidence and prevalence statistics pertaining to the prevalence and treatment of hypertension
Discuss the key studies in the treatment of hypertension
Detail the rationale for treating hypertension in high-risk subjects: the elderly, those with kidney disease, and diabetic people
Discuss the therapeutic options for hypertension.
