Phenylketonuria

Category: MENTOR - Met Ed Nutrition Training Online Resource
Summary: 

This course is available at no charge and is supported by:


MENTOR,  Met Ed Nutrition Training Online Resource, is a series of courses and topics on the nutrition management of metabolic disorders.

PHENYLKETONURIA

Topic 1) Phenylketonuria - Part I:  Nutrition Management of Phenylketonuria

Sandy van Calcar PhD, RD, LD-Metabolic Dietitian, Metabolism Program Assistant Professor,
Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics, Oregon Health and Science
University

Topic 2) Phenylketonuria - Part II:  PKU Treatment

Elaina Jurecki, MS, RD-Executive Director, Global Medical
Affairs, BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.


The Phenylketonuria course includes information on disease-specific biochemistry, nutrition management and treatment. Diet calculations are demonstrated in Phenylketonuria - Part I.


MENTOR is ideal for new
dietitians or those wanting a refresher course, as well as other health
care professionals.  Participants will complete a post-test and can
provide feedback about this activity.

PLEASE NOTE - This module is no longer approved for CEUs.


MENTOR provides broad guidance on the management of metabolic disorders.  It should not be relied upon for medical decisions or diet management advice and participants should confer with their medical team regarding specific patient management decisions.  Adherence to these recommendations will not ensure beneficial outcome in all affected individuals.  Clinical assessments must be made by experienced healthcare professional(s) and should include discussions of therapeutic options with affected individuals and their families.  The information, software and services included in or available through MENTOR may include inaccuracies or typographical errors.  To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Met Ed and/or its suppliers be liable for any damages whatsoever, including damages for loss of use arising out of, or in any way connected with the MENTOR program. 

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