Hanley Center CME Library

This one-hour panel discussion reviews recent Maine legislation and policy developments related to the collection of sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) data and what these changes mean for clinicians and health care organizations. Panelists Brock Libby, MD; Heide Lester, Deputy Director at EqualityMaine; and Anne Sedlack, MSW, Esq., Director of Advocacy at the Maine Medical Association, discuss the clinical value of SOGI data, including how inclusive data collection supports patient-centered care, improves health outcomes, and helps identify and address health disparities affecting LGBTQ+ populations.

Benefits for Maine’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Program will begin May 1, 2026. This recorded webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the program, including qualifying leave reasons and when certifications may be required. We’ll explore how the program aligns with existing leave laws, highlight key differences, and offer practical guidance on applying certification requirements to support patients and their families effectively.

ME/CFS presents unique challenges in diagnosis and management, often leaving patients without adequate support or treatment. This recorded presentation is designed to equip health care providers with the knowledge and tools needed to better serve this patient population.

This free activity will:

• Raise awareness of ME/CFS prevalence, symptomatology, and its impact on patient quality of life.
• Strengthen diagnostic capabilities with practical tools and clinical insights.
• Explore evidence-based strategies—both pharmacological and nonpharmacological—for effective symptom management and long-term care.

Lyme disease, if not diagnosed and treated early, can lead to debilitating long-term complications. This webinar is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to improve patient outcomes through early detection and effective treatment strategies.

Learning Objectives

By completing this module, you will:

• Understand the timing and treatment for post-exposure prophylaxis to prevent Lyme disease after a tick bite.
• Learn how to diagnose and treat early Lyme disease, ensuring timely intervention.
• Gain the skills to identify and manage late-stage Lyme disease, including chronic manifestations.

Effective December 23, 2024, health care organizations must obtain an “attestation” from a person or entity requesting reproductive health care information for certain purposes before use or disclosure of that information. In this video, two Maine health law attorneys with expertise in health information privacy law will enhance your understanding of this new requirement through an overview of the amendments to the HIPAA Privacy Rule and case studies.

This recorded panel discussion highlights the power of Palliative Care as a compassionate approach to serious illness—supporting both patients and their families. Our expert panel explores the importance of empathy, storytelling, and emotional intelligence in developing meaningful care plans, the value of mentoring future clinicians in this field, and the current landscape of palliative care within today’s health care system.

Free to register and access.