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Long COVID

Long COVID

April 18, 2022

12:30-1:30pm

Long COVID

Presenter:  Loretta Christensen, MD, IHS Chief Medical Officer

Register here:  https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIscuusqTsjEpy9H8s1ahDdlMk6nQMvyOI

Description:
For some people, the effects of COVID-19 can last well beyond the immediate illness. Patients and clinicians are reporting long-term effects of COVID-19, commonly referred to as Long COVID.  This presentation will discuss Long-haul COVID, how to identify it in patients, and care coordination considerations.

Outcomes/Objectives:
As a result of participating in this activity, the healthcare team will:

  1. Examine Long COVID and how it differs from COVID-19 conditions.
  2. Identify Long COVID symptoms and initial clinical evaluation and diagnosis confirmation.
  3. Implement a comprehensive coordinated care approach to manage and treat patients with post-acute COVID symptoms.

Full synopsis (DOCX)