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Grand Rounds: "Integrative Clinical Pharmacology: Herb-Drug Interactions," w John Chen, PhD, PharmD, OMD, LAc

Wednesday, October 16 at 8:00 am - 9:00 am Add to Calendar 2024-10-16 08:00:00 2024-10-16 09:00:00 Grand Rounds: "Integrative Clinical Pharmacology: Herb-Drug Interactions," w John Chen, PhD, PharmD, OMD, LAc John Chen, PhD, PharmD, OMD, LAc, is a recognized authority in both western pharmacology and Chinese Herbal Medicine. He has taught at various universities and given seminars on herb-drug interactions for regional, national, and international associations. Dr. Chen has published numerous articles and several books, including "Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology" and "Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications". He holds degrees from the University of Southern California School of Pharmacy and South Baylo University of Oriental Medicine. Dr. Chen is an adjunct professor at multiple universities, a member of various herbal medicine committees, and has appeared in documentaries and media promoting traditional Chinese medicine. He is also an editorial board member for several medical publications. Additionally, he is the President of Art of Medicine Press and a consultant for Evergreen Herbs. Dr. Chen’s expertise, educational contributions, and extensive involvement in herbal medicine and pharmacology make him a prominent figure in the field.  At the end of this activity learners will be able to:    Explain the concepts of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic interactions in herb-drug interactions.  Summarize specific examples of herb-drug interactions  Recognize potential cautions and contraindications to proactively avoid and/or reduce adverse interactions and reactions.  Zoom link: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/94667830616?pwd=fku7omZKLrbfiJnpp8puTqob313Ms3.1 In support of improving patient care, the University of California, San Francisco Office of Continuing Medical Education is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.  UCSF designates this live activity for a maximum of 10 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)TM.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. The credit maximum above reflects all Osher Center for Integrative Health Grand Rounds sessions in Fiscal Year 2025. Up to 1 credit may be claimed against any individual session.  CE for Acupuncturists: This live activity is approved by the State of California Acupuncture Board for 1 hour of Category 1 CE course credit.  CME Disclosure Statement:     Planners: Shelley Adler, PhD, Selena Chan, DO; and Patty Moran, PhD, have no financial relationships to disclose.     Speaker: John Chen, PhD, PharmD, OMD, LAc, has no financial relationships to disclose. Osher Center For Integrative Health America/Los_Angeles public

John Chen, PhD, PharmD, OMD, LAc, is a recognized authority in both western pharmacology and Chinese Herbal Medicine. He has taught at various universities and given seminars on herb-drug interactions for regional, national, and international associations. Dr. Chen has published numerous articles and several books, including "Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology" and "Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications". He holds degrees from the University of Southern California School of Pharmacy and South Baylo University of Oriental Medicine. Dr. Chen is an adjunct professor at multiple universities, a member of various herbal medicine committees, and has appeared in documentaries and media promoting traditional Chinese medicine. He is also an editorial board member for several medical publications. Additionally, he is the President of Art of Medicine Press and a consultant for Evergreen Herbs. Dr. Chen’s expertise, educational contributions, and extensive involvement in herbal medicine and pharmacology make him a prominent figure in the field. 

At the end of this activity learners will be able to:   

  • Explain the concepts of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic interactions in herb-drug interactions. 

  • Summarize specific examples of herb-drug interactions 

  • Recognize potential cautions and contraindications to proactively avoid and/or reduce adverse interactions and reactions. 

Zoom link: https://ucsf.zoom.us/j/94667830616?pwd=fku7omZKLrbfiJnpp8puTqob313Ms3.1

In support of improving patient care, the University of California, San Francisco Office of Continuing Medical Education is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

UCSF designates this live activity for a maximum of 10 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)TM.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. The credit maximum above reflects all Osher Center for Integrative Health Grand Rounds sessions in Fiscal Year 2025. Up to 1 credit may be claimed against any individual session. 

CE for Acupuncturists: This live activity is approved by the State of California Acupuncture Board for 1 hour of Category 1 CE course credit. 

CME Disclosure Statement:    

Planners: Shelley Adler, PhD, Selena Chan, DO; and Patty Moran, PhD, have no financial relationships to disclose.    
Speaker: John Chen, PhD, PharmD, OMD, LAc, has no financial relationships to disclose.

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