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ForwardTuberculosis (TB) Screening in the Immigration Process
Course Director: James Gaensbauer, MD, MScPH
Mayo Faculty: Melanie Swift, M.D., M.P.H., Civil Surgeon
Guest Faculty: Teresa Bassma, Laura Rakuljic, & Elizabeth Soda
August 7, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | Webinar Broadcast in Central Time
This webinar will clarify the different pathways to the U.S. and explain where and how medical and TB screening fit into each process. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the immigration-related health requirements and the agencies involved.
Target Audience
This series is targeted to allied health professionals, nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, physician assistants, residents/fellows, and civil surgeons as well as advanced practice providers, nurses, and allied health staff who help support civil surgeons and status adjusters.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Understand the different paths by which individuals arrive in the US
- Identify where, when, and how TB screening is performed for different categories of immigrants to the US
- Explain the civil surgeon’s role in screening certain categories of immigrants
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
August 7, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | Webinar Broadcast in Central Time
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science 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.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 1.00 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
IPCE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 1.0 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 1.00 ANCC
- 1.00 Attendance
- 1.00 IPCE
August 7, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | Webinar Broadcast in Central Time
To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.
Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
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