The Annual Scientific Meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) is set to take place in Boston, MA from October 24-28, 2024. The meeting serves as a platform for thought leaders to share their expertise and innovative ideas, sparking discussions and collaborations that can drive progress in the field of healthcare. By bringing together professionals from diverse backgrounds and specialties, the society aims to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement in patient care. Through interactive sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities, attendees can gain valuable insights and practical strategies that will empower them to make a positive impact on their patients’ lives.
If you have not yet registered for this year’s meeting, we strongly encourage you to do so here. Attending this event will enable you to advance your career, expand your professional network, gain insights from industry leaders, and acquire the knowledge needed to improve patient care.
Highlighted below are some of the key continuing medical education sessions at ACAAI 2024 focusing on allergic skin conditions, including atopic dermatitis, urticaria, prurigo nodularis, and more. These sessions are organized in chronological order for your convenience.
Why Am I So Itchy?
- Date/Time: Oct 25, 2024 @ 8:00 AM
- Description: Pruritus is a common complaint among patients who seek treatment from allergists. It can often be challenging to manage effectively. This session will provide a thorough examination of the neural mechanisms underlying itch, as well as the systemic and cutaneous manifestations of this condition. Attendees will also learn about the most up-to-date methods for diagnosing, classifying, and treating patients with varying levels of pruritus.
WAO World Allergy Forum: The Skin as an Immunological Target
- Date/Time: Oct 25, 2024 @ 3:00 PM
- Description: During this World Allergy Organization (WAO) update on skin disorders, current concepts surrounding the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of complications in patients with atopic dermatitis, hereditary angioedema, and urticaria will be examined. These three immunological diseases, which have the most significant impact when the immune system responds exaggeratedly, account for over 80% of the dermatological issues managed by allergists and clinical immunologists. Physicians who care for patients with these conditions will discover enhanced diagnostic and treatment tools in this update. Prompt recognition of the manifestations of these diseases can lead to improved treatment outcomes, prognosis, and overall patient care.
Atopic Dermatitis and Food Allergy Testing: Who Not to Test
- Date/Time: Oct 26, 2024 @ 10:00 AM
- Description: Many patients and well-meaning primary care physicians are conducting unnecessary testing, which can lead to inaccurate results. This session aims to highlight the differences between appropriate and inappropriate testing, as well as provide valuable insight on educating patients and PCPs about the dangers of unwarranted testing.
Hot Topics and Practical Pearls in Management and Treatment of Skin Diseases
- Date/Time: Oct 26, 2024 @ 1:00 PM
- Description: This dynamic and timely session will cover clinically relevant topics related to skin diseases, providing valuable insights for practicing allergists and immunologists on the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions. The exploration of key clinical pearls will enhance your understanding and approach to managing skin diseases.
The Latest Parameters in Allergic Skin Diseases
- Date/Time: Oct 26, 2024 @ 3:00 PM
- Description: This symposium will offer attendees a comprehensive overview of the latest practice guidelines for atopic dermatitis and urticaria in our society.
Hands-on Workshop: Making the Cut: Shave vs. Punch Skin Biopsies
- Date/Time: Oct 26, 2024 @ 3:00 PM
- Description: This interactive hands-on session is specifically tailored for allergists seeking to enhance their skills in performing punch and shave biopsies. The session will cover essential techniques for both shave and punch biopsies, procedural coding, patient selection criteria, lesion and site selection for optimal diagnostic results, as well as a comprehensive review of materials and transport media. Additionally, participants will learn how to effectively interpret reports from dermatopathologists to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning for patients.
Dermatology Jeopardy! What is (Rash)?
- Date/Time: Oct 27, 2024 @ 1:00 PM
- Description: This quiz-show format session is specifically crafted to help attendees enhance their comprehension of the terminology used in diagnosing different skin conditions, identify common patterns of skin diseases, and develop effective treatment strategies. It combines rapid-fire questions, high-yield information, and an element of fun, making it an engaging and informative experience.
The ACAAI Annual Meeting is dedicated to advancing the field of Allergy/Immunology Discovery. We encourage you to explore the extensive list of topics and sessions that will be covered at this important event here. We look forward to your participation at ACAAI 2024, where you will have the chance to interact with peers and leading experts for a stimulating and informative experience.
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