A Primer on Natural & Technological Disasters Webinar
Floods, wildfires, train derailments, cyberattacks, heat waves, oh my! There has been a seemingly ceaseless torrent of disasters occurring globally. Physicians and other healthcare professionals play an integral role in mitigating these disasters. Learn more about disaster preparedness by registering for the next Medical Matters webinar, A Primer on Natural & Technological Disasters, on March 20th at 7:30 am. Arthur Cooper, MD, past chair of MSSNY’s Committee on Emergency Preparedness and Disaster/Terrorism Response, will serve as faculty for this webinar. Register now
Educational objectives are:
- Outline various types of natural and technological disasters, including causes, frequency, and impact
- Describe the medical impact natural and technological disasters can have on the population as a whole
- Recognize the role and responsibility of physicians in disaster preparation and response
Additional information or assistance with registration may be obtained by contacting Melissa Hoffman at [email protected]
The Medical Society of the State of New York is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Medical Society of the State of New York designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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