Thursday, December 5, 2024
5:00 PM - 5:05 PMWelcome and Opening  
5:05 PM - 5:45 PMUnderstanding and Diagnosing MASLD and MASH: What PCPs Need to Know

  • Introduction to MASLD and MASH: Definitions, prevalence, and risk factors 

  • Pathophysiology: Progression from MASLD to MASH and associated complications 

  • Recognizing clinical presentations and using diagnostic criteria effectively 

  • Screening high-risk populations: Tools and best practices 

  • Q&A (15 minutes)

 
5:45 PM - 6:15 PMPractical Management Strategies for MASLD and MASH

  • Implementing lifestyle modifications: Overcoming barriers

  • Pharmacological interventions: When and how to use them

  • Monitoring and follow-up: Keeping track of patient progress 

  • Q&A (15 minutes) 

 
6:15 PM - 6:30 PMThe Patient Journey: From Diagnosis to Treatment
  • Personal story from a patient – A Canadian Patient

  • Moderated discussion about the challenges faced

  • Q&A (5 minutes) 

 
6:30 PM - 6:45 PMBREAK  
6:45 PM - 7:55 PMCase Study and Panel Discussion: Real-World Applications and Collaborative Care

  • Case study presentation: Practical insights and lessons

  • Canada’s guidelines on "T2DM and MASLD"

  • Panel discussion: Perspectives from Primary Care, Nurse Practitioner, Hepatologist, Endocrinologist, Nutritionist

  • Indications for referral to a specialist and building an interdisciplinary care team 

  • Q&A (10 minutes) 

Paolo Raggi
7:55 PM - 8:00 PMClosing and Resources - Final thoughts  
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