1. Describe evolving epidemiologic trends in cirrhosis, including shifts in etiologies such as NAFLD/NASH and alcohol‑associated liver disease
2. Explain new approaches to risk stratification and prognostication in compensated vs. decompensated cirrhosis
3. Apply current liver transplant referral and listing criteria, including MELD score thresholds and indications for early evaluation
4. Implement timely recognition of acute‑on‑chronic liver failure (ACLF) and pathways for urgent transplant consideration
5. Identify common infections in cirrhosis (e.g., SBP, sepsis, pneumonia, UTIs) and their pathophysiologic underpinnings.
6. Summarize the indications for endoscopic screening and primary prevention of varices
7. Explain the pathophysiology of ascites and diagnostic criteria for spontaneous bacterial peritonitis.
8. Identify indications for TIPS in refractory ascites and evaluate patient selection criteria
9. Implement treatment strategies including albumin, vasoconstrictors, and referral for TIPS or transplant
10. Identify risk factors and diagnostic modalities for detecting PVT in cirrhosis
11. Define the role of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and endoscopic‑based therapies in managing portal hypertension
12. Integrate endohepatology techniques into multidisciplinary liver care
13. Apply updated noninvasive thresholds for variceal screening and risk stratification
14. Identify malnutrition, sarcopenia, and frailty using validated assessment tools
15. Implement evidence‑based dietary strategies including protein targets, meal timing, and supplementation
16. Integrate symptom management strategies for fatigue, pruritus, pain, encephalopathy, and ascites

Specialties: Anesthesia, Cardiovascular Disease, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Surgery

Professions: Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician, Physician Assistant

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (6.00 hours)
AAPA Category 1 CME credit (6.00 hours)
ANCC Contact Hours (6.00 hours)
Non-Physician Attendance (6.00 hours)