Inflammatory Bowel Diseases - Ulcerative Colitis

Explore an interactive case-based discussion on ulcerative colitis in this comprehensive panel presentation from the 6th Annual UCLA-Mellinkoff Gastroenterology and Hepatology Symposium. Gain insights from leading experts as they delve into treatment goals, shared decision-making, and communication strategies for managing inflammatory bowel diseases. Learn about the risk of colectomy, the importance of controlling inflammation, and various treatment options. Discover practical approaches to drug monitoring, fecal calprotectin testing, and addressing complications such as iron deficiency and liver enzyme abnormalities. Benefit from the collective expertise of panelists from UCLA, University of Miami, and Vanderbilt University as they discuss real-world cases and provide valuable advice for both clinicians and patients dealing with ulcerative colitis.

Introduction
Credentials
Case Presentation
Audience Response
Treatment Goals
Shared DecisionMaking
Keys to Communication
Risk of Colectomy
Window of Opportunity
Uncontrolled Inflammation
Treatment Options
Advice for Coastal People
Tests
Treatment
Combination Therapy
Prior Malignancy
Recurrent Treatment
Iron Infusions
Fecal Calprotectin
Practical Approach
Proactive vs Reactive Drug Monitoring
Liver Enzymes