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The Zika virus is an emerging concern for the health of people who are pregnant or may become pregnant. This webinar discusses the unique role that providers play in keeping people healthy.
Learning Objectives:
The epidemiology, transmission, and implications for family planning needs of Zika virus
Use principles of shared decision-making to counsel people at risk of Zika infection about family planning options
Review resources for family planning clinicians about the Zika virus
Learn the answers to the most commonly asked questions about emergency contraception and the science behind them. Stay updated and learn about their effectiveness, how to get them, when to use them, and what to do afterwards for long term contraception.
Speaker:
Michael Policar, MD, MPH Professor Emeritus, UCSF Senior Medical Advisor, CAPTC and California OFP Clinical Fellow, NFPRHA
Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) have long been one of the most popular and most effective forms of contraception. They require little to no maintenance, it can be inserted on the same day as a doctor’s visit, and depending on the options, are good for 3-10 years. The webinar addresses the health concerns and barriers of LARCs and how to overcome them.
Learning Objectives:
Bleeding changes associated with each LARC method
Familiarity with use of the U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use
Testing required prior to LARC placement
Barriers and solutions to same-day placement of LARC methods
The relationship between providers and patients is important to maintain good health. Communication is a crucial factor that can affect outcomes such as preventive care, in terms of contraception options and medication adherence. This relationship is essential to providing information about diagnoses and treatment plans, as well as ensuring that patients are staying well-informed and supported.
Learning Objectives:
Evidence for shared decision making in contraceptive counseling
Best practices for engaging in shared decision making with clients choosing a contraceptive method
Potential provider biases that may influence contraceptive counseling and the role of shared decision making in addressing these biases
Solutions to potential barriers to the implementation of shared decision making, including limited time in the clinical encounter
