Chronic Migraine: An Overview of The Disease State

A continuing medical education activity sponsored by NAMCP and AAMCN.

This activity is an archive of the live session held at the 2011 Fall Managed Care Forum.

This activity is NOT approved for continuing education credits but is educational.

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Audience: This activity is intended for healthcare professionals practicing in managed care environments.

This activity is supported by Allergan
 
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Description
Chronic Migraine is a debilitating condition that effects over 3 million Americans. Its long-term effects and cost burden to not only the patient but the healthcare system are on the rise. Understanding this disease state in more depth is essential to helping all health care professionals and staff make informed decisions about management of treatment options.

Upon Completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Understand current practical, clinical definition of chronic migraine

  • Analysis of costs and long-term effects of chronic migraine

  • Review of current studies about chronic migraine

  • Recognize important components of chronic migraine management

Faculty: Peter J. McAllister, MD
Director, The Headache Center
Director, Clinical Research
Associated Neurologists of Southern CT

This activity is supported by Allergan
 

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