Impacts of Thyroid Dysfunction on Cardiac Health

Activity Title

Impacts of Thyroid Dysfunction on Cardiac Health

Description

This learning activity will provide insights into the effects of thyroid disease on the cardiovascular system. Cardiovascular specific management steps to be taken when someone presents with thyroid dysfunction will be discussed, along with a deep dive into a case study for a patient with cardiac complications.

Intended Audience

This activity is intended for clinical and scientific laboratory professionals, physician - scientists who have an interest in thyroid disease.

Learning Objectives

After completing the activity, the participant should be better able to:

Outline the necessary laboratory workup when thyroid dysfunction is suspected.
Identify indications (both common & uncommon) on the cardiovascular system when thyroid disease is presented.
Indicate appropriate therapies & treatments for managing cardiovascular complications when thyroid disease exists.

Instruction Level: Intermediate

Speaker

Micah J. Eimer, M.D.
Associate Chief Medical Officer
Division of Cardiology
Feinberg School of Medicine
Northwestern University

George J. Kahaly, M.D., PhD.
Professor of Medicine and Endocrinology / Metabolism
Johannes Gutenberg University Medical Center
Mainz, Germany

Duration

1.0 hour

Release and Expiration Dates

Release Date: August 15, 2025
Expiration Date: August 15, 2027

Disclosures

The opinions expressed in the educational activity are those of the speaker and do not necessarily represent the views of any organization associated with this activity.

Micah J. Eimer, M.D.
-Nothing to Disclose

George J. Kahaly, M.D., PhD.
-Consultant/Independent Contractor: Quidel
-Grant/Research Support: Quidel

The planners and managers at Global Education Group has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

P.A.C.E.^® Accreditation

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Medium Used

This program has been made available online.

Commercial Support Statement

This activity is provided by the QuidelOrtho Corporation.

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