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Speaker: Rosanne M. Sugay, MD, Staff Physician - Wellness Clinic (HIV Care), University Medical Center

Objectives:

• Describe data on HIV and syphilis among women of childbearing age as well as data on congenital syphilis 
• Explain current Nevada law / recent legislative changes regarding HIV/STI testing for pregnant persons and partners during clinical care
• Discuss the importance of a status neutral approach when caring for patients
• Define HIV stigma and understand the effects on individuals, relationships, communities, and society in clinical medicine
• Apply current guidelines regarding prevention and treatment of perinatal HIV
• Understand the signs and symptoms of syphilis and apply them to appropriate staging and treatment in patient care

Accreditation Statement: The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA Credit Designation Statement: The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 American Medical Association (AMA) Physicians Recognition Award (PRA) Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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