NGHS Continuing Medical Education

NGHS Continuing Medical Education We are committed to providing quality medical education to physicians.

02/19/2026

In healthcare, accessibility and excellence aren’t just goals — they’re the foundation of true patient connection. When providers consistently deliver high‑quality care, empathy naturally flows both ways. Patients may not always articulate it, but they expect compassion woven into their care experience. And when we show up with excellence every time, that trust and empathy grow on their own.

Watch the full presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esOkLLkpzmY&t=366s

02/17/2026

Rib fracture care is evolving fast. While displaced rib fractures clearly benefit from surgical fixation, the future holds even more possibilities. One major need in the field is developing standardized definitions of rib fracture displacement—a key step toward better research, clearer guidelines, and more effective patient care.

New innovations, like absorbable rib plating, are on the horizon and may help patients avoid long‑term implanted hardware. As research grows, these advancements could reshape how surgeons treat both displaced and non‑displaced rib fractures.

The more we understand, the better we can care for patients today—and innovate for tomorrow.
Watch the full presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irBK5KrNrWU

02/12/2026

What keeps a surgeon inspired after years in the operating room?
For me, it’s simple: caring for patients and staying hands‑on in the work I love.

I never wanted to be just the technician in the OR. I wanted to guide my patients through their entire journey—from the moment they arrive at the hospital to their recovery as outpatients.

That passion led me to blend trauma care leadership with a full general surgery practice. It’s demanding, challenging, and sometimes hair‑pulling… but incredibly rewarding.

I grew up in a family of physicians, and I fell in love with this world at 14. My grandfather operated until nearly 80, and I carry that same passion today.

Medicine is more than a career—it’s a calling.
Watch the full presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esOkLLkpzmY&t=2878s

02/10/2026

Patient Blood Management (PBM) is one of the most essential steps in preparing for successful cardiac surgery.

More than 60% of cardiac surgery patients arrive either anemic or iron‑deficient — and treating that anemia ahead of time can significantly reduce the need for transfusions and the risks that come with them.

By optimizing iron levels and using therapies that support red blood cell development, we can help ensure safer surgeries and better outcomes.

Proactive care saves lives.
Let’s continue educating and empowering patients with the information they need.
Watch the full presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLuW0WIc9OI

02/05/2026

Managing atrial fibrillation is more than just medication—it’s a comprehensive approach. From lifestyle changes like blood pressure control, exercise, and limiting alcohol, to advanced treatments that prevent stroke and control heart rhythm, every step matters.

Understanding your options—from heart rate control to rhythm restoration procedures like ablation—can help you live healthier and longer.

Your heart deserves a strategy, not guesswork.
Watch the full presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5Fy2hEIUBg

02/03/2026

Stimulant use is rising across the country—and so are ER visits, overdoses, and deaths. Even more concerning, synthetic opioids are increasingly being mixed into the stimulant supply.

While there are no FDA-approved medications for stimulant use disorder, there is an evidence-based approach that works.

Contingency Management
By rewarding positive behavior and recovery milestones, this treatment has proven to be the gold standard—yet it remains underutilized in our healthcare system.

This is a critical conversation we need to keep having. Education saves lives.
Watch the full presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bIgVICcLyPo



01/29/2026

At our institution, patient safety starts with identifying anemia early—before it leads to unnecessary transfusions.

By stabilizing patients whenever possible and addressing anemia first, we can reduce transfusion risk, lower complications, and improve outcomes—all while reducing hospital costs.

Patient Blood Management (PBM) isn’t optional—it’s a responsibility. Every patient deserves it. Watch the full presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=El1pzHpyE7k

01/29/2026

We are excited to announce the speaker for the Henry. S. Jennings, Jr., MD, Visiting Lectureship in Medical Humanities for 2026—Dr. Danielle Ofri, author of What Doctors Feel: How Emotions Affect the Practice of Medicine.

Dr. Ofri will present A Singular Intimacy: Connecting the Bridge between Doctor and Patient.

In addition to being an author, Dr. Ofri is a clinical professor of medicine at New York University School of Medicine and editor-in-chief of the Bellevue Literary Review.

To learn more about the February 9 lectureship and to join us on this special evening, visit the link in our comments.

Physician credits awarded. All are welcome!

01/27/2026

Sleep disorders like obstructive and central sleep apnea—and even insomnia—are among the most common conditions seen in patients with metabolic syndrome.

What’s truly exciting is how AI is transforming sleep medicine. New technologies are helping clinicians read sleep studies faster, with greater accuracy, and with more personalized insights for patients.

The future of diagnosing and treating sleep disorders is smarter, faster, and more precise than ever before.

Watch the full presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ip12tUGEpYI

Education drives better care. On Healthcare Continuing Education Professionals Day, we elebrate the programs that streng...
01/23/2026

Education drives better care. On Healthcare Continuing Education Professionals Day, we elebrate the programs that strengthen provider confidence and improve patient outcomes.
Together, we're shaping a healthier future!

01/22/2026

At IM Grand Rounds, we discussed how COPD management is moving beyond symptom-based treatment toward precision diagnosis and targeted therapy. Advanced imaging and new medications are reshaping what’s possible for patients. 

🔍 Key updates in COPD care:
✅ Greater use of CT imaging to better define lung physiology
✅ Identifying disease by lobe can open the door to surgical options
✅ Introduction of a new PDE-3/4 inhibitor inhaler
✅ Updates to the GOLD guidelines, expanding beyond triple therapy
✅ Dupilumab becomes the first biologic approved for COPD

These advances signal a shift toward more personalized and effective COPD treatment. Watch the full presentation: https://youtu.be/S9uElMqGCq0

01/20/2026

Artificial intelligence is already making an impact in nephrology—but we’re still at the beginning of the journey.

From dialysis, where AI can help assess intradialytic hypertension and reduce hospital admissions, to renal pathology and image analysis, the potential is enormous. The challenge? Standardization, technical expertise, and identifying the right models to safely bring AI into everyday clinical practice.

As research continues, AI’s ability to integrate clinical notes, labs, and pathology data could one day transform how we predict outcomes and personalize care for patients with kidney disease. Watch the full presentation: https://youtu.be/gH-l2T-k8zI

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