Program Description:

Dr. Schifrin explores the idea that in expert EFM interpretation and management, patient advocacy is the best approach for assuring maternal/fetal wellbeing and avoiding claims of malpractice. 

Program Objectives:

To assist perinatal care providers in

1) Recognition of advanced fetal monitoring challenges related to maternal/fetal complications;

2) Understanding the concept of multiple mechanisms of fetal brain injury during the intrapartum, including cranial compression ischemic encephalopathy (CCIE), prolonged partial hypoxia, & total acute hypoxia; and

3) Participating in clinical management that promotes patient safety and risk reduction for the mother, fetus, and neonate

About the Speaker:

Dr. Barry Schifrin, MD is a pioneer in electronic fetal monitoring. His broad knowledge has made him a leading and controversial advocate for fetal well-being.  Dr. Schifrin has held professorship appointments in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Harvard Medical School and University of Southern California and Loma Linda University Schools of Medicine.  He was also the Director of the residency program in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Glendale Adventist Medical Center.  As a clinician, he has served as the Director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at several community hospitals in Southern California.  Dr. Schifrin has published over 200 articles and books.

Continuing Education Hours:

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing CE Provider #16446 for 4 contact hours. This seminar also provides 4 hours of Level 1 CME and CLE (approval pending).

Course Cost

$75.00