Medical Dental Integration IPE Seminar 2025

Friday, October 3, 2025, 8:50 AM - 5:00 PM, Augusta University Health Sciences Campus, 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (6.00 hours), Non-Physician Credit For Attending An AMA PRA Category 1 Event (6.00 hours)

Dentistry CEs are provided by Dr. Kim Capehart, Capehart Concepts, Locally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by Any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 2/15/2023 to 2/14/2027. Provider AGD ID # 356065.

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Interprofessional CME Seminar for medical and dental faculty and students covering the newest science on oral and systemic connections for overall health because no comprehensive preventive health program is complete without a medical doctor/or primary care provider, a dentist, and a hygienist on the team

1. Understand the composition and function of the oral microbiome and its interplay with systemic health.
2. Examine the role of periodontal disease in the pathogenesis and control of inflammation.
3. Understand the importance of orofacial development, airway health, and sleep disorders in pediatric patients.
4. Gain knowledge of diagnostic methods and screening tools for identifying orofunctional and airway issues in infants and children.
5. Discuss preventive and therapeutic approaches, including orofunctional therapy and dental interventions, to promote optimal airway health and improve sleep quality in pediatric patients.
6. Understand the significance of cardiovascular health screening for atherosclerosis in primary care and dental settings.
7. Explore the role of CIMT testing in early detection and risk stratification of atherosclerosis.
8. Identify potential challenges and limitations of CIMT testing and strategies for its effective implementation in clinical settings.
9. Understand why PCPs need to understand the interconnectedness between oral health, gut microbiota, and systemic health. Gums and gut are connected!
10. Examine the role of gingipains, enzymes produced by oral bacteria, in systemic inflammation and disease.
11. Discuss 4 strategies for assessing systemic and oral health to improve overall systemic health outcomes and practice profits (salivary diagnostics, advanced lipids, “fire” panel and home sleep study)
12. Explore the role of host-derived small extracellular vesicles in connecting Oral microbiome and Alzheimer’s disease.
13. Understand the relationship between Westernized diets and the development of various chronic diseases, including heart disease, cancer, overweight, metabolic disease, dental caries, and malocclusion.
14. Discuss public health strategies and policy initiatives aimed at promoting healthier dietary patterns and reducing the burden of diet-related chronic diseases.

Cancellation Policy

The Medical College of Georgia reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
 
The Medical College of Georgia is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Conference Coordinator.

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The Medical College of Georgia’s Office for Continuing Medical Education adheres to ACCME Criteria, Standards and Policies regarding industry support of continuing medical education. Disclosure of faculty and their commercial relationships will be made prior to the activity.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Friday, October 3, 2025

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Exhibitor/Sponsorship process:

ALL EXHIBITORS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE AN EXHIBITORS CONTRACT. This contract will be sent via DocuSign from the CME Office.

The CME Office does not collect Exhibitor Fees. ***All monies for exhibitors/sponsorships are handled through the Hosting Department.

Please contact: Rachel Fink with the MCG/AU - CAHS - Physician's Assistant Program for instructions on sponsorship payment at [email protected] for more information.

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

Standard Exhibit Space: $1000 

One 6ft table outside in the foyer area in front of the Auditoria room BC1040, two complimentary exhibit badges, Company name, and logo on the conference program as a sponsor.  Final Attendee List. 

Corporate Sponsorship $5000 (1 available)

Standard exhibit space, three complimentary exhibit badges, Company name and logo on conference program as a Corporate-Level sponsor, Separate Room Space BC1400 and AV to provide lunch and learning experience, and Final Attendee List. 

Exhibit Level Add-Ons

 Food and Beverage Station: Specific commercial support opportunities that may be added to your standard exhibit.
Coffee/Tea $500
Soft Drinks/Water $500
Pastries/Bagels $750
Cookies $500

Exhibit Space:  All exhibitor booths are located right outside the lecture hall along the back wall.  Electrical outlets are available close to these tables.  The exhibit space is a main through way into a back entrance of the hospital.  It is recommended to always have one representative at the table.  All snacks and drinks for the morning and break will be near the exhibitors.  Lunch pick-up will be located leading into the lunch and learn lecture room located to the side of the main lecture hall.  

Company Representatives are welcome to enter the lecture hall and attend any of the lectures but must not have any attire or belongings with company or product logos.  This is required to stay in compliance with continuing education rules of for the seminar.