The management of critically ill patients with liver disease is a complex task that requires the expertise of healthcare providers from various disciplines. To address the multifaceted educational needs of these providers, Cleveland Clinic offers the Interprofessional Approach to Liver Disease program. This program provides physicians, nurses, and physician assistants with the latest strategies and evidence-based management guidance from expert faculty.

The program consists of several sessions that cover different aspects of liver disease management. The first session, Acute Liver Failure, focuses on the ICU diagnosis and management of acute liver failure, neuromonitoring of patients with acute liver failure, and pharmacology in acute liver failure and acute on chronic liver failure.

The second session, Patient and Practice Management I, covers topics such as lessons learned from building a liver intensive therapy unit, the role of nurses in medical intensive liver units, and the nuts and bolts of co-management. It also addresses the diagnosis and management of sepsis in cirrhotic patients.

The third session, Transplant I: Candidates and Considerations, discusses the medical optimization of liver transplant candidates in the ICU, indications for liver transplantation, and the perspectives of transplant surgeons and hepatologists. It also examines the disparities in consideration for liver transplantation.

The fourth session, Kidney Injury and Cardiac Interventions, delves into the diagnosis and management of hepatorenal syndrome and updates in cardiac assessment of patients with advanced liver disease. It also includes case presentations on TAVR and DAPT after percutaneous cardiac interventions.

The fifth session, Transplant II: Complications and Management, focuses on concomitant liver transplant and cardiac surgery, special anesthesia considerations for liver transplant recipients with cardiac disease, and critical care management of post liver transplant patients. It also covers the management of porto-pulmonary hypertension and hepato-pulmonary syndrome peri-transplant.

The sixth session, Patient and Practice Management II, addresses topics such as mechanical ventilation in patients with liver disease, resuscitation of critically ill patients with liver disease, and peri-procedural management of coagulopathy in patients with liver disease. It also examines how to manage anticoagulation in patients with liver disease.

This comprehensive program provides a wide range of knowledge and expertise in the management of critically ill patients with liver disease. The expert faculty ensures that participants receive the latest strategies and evidence-based management guidance, helping them improve patient outcomes and enhance their practice.

For healthcare providers seeking to enhance their understanding and skills in the management of critically ill patients with liver disease, the Interprofessional Approach to Liver Disease program offers the perfect opportunity to learn from the experts. Whether you are a physician, nurse, or physician assistant, this program provides you with valuable insights and knowledge that can benefit your practice.

Order your copy of the program today and take a step towards improving your knowledge and expertise in the management of critically ill patients with liver disease. By investing in this program, you are investing in your professional development and improving patient outcomes.