Medicine -
Grand Rounds
Topic: Gastroenterology - Stones,Sepsis, and the Biliary Tree: A Practical Approach to Choledocholithiasis
When:
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
LRC Auditorium
Speaker:
Daniela Fluxa Cardenas, M.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology
UFCOM-J
Target Audience:
Community Physicians, Faculty, Residents/Fellows
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the presentation, participants will be able to:
1. Describe the pathophysiology and natural history of choledocholithiasis and acute cholangitis
2. Apply evidence-based risk stratification to evaluate suspected choledocholithiasis
3. Select appropriate imaging modalities (US, MRCP, EUS, ERCP) based on pre-test probability
4. Recognize acute cholangitis early and initiate timely management
5. Determine indications and timing for ERCP, antibiotics, and surgical consultation
6. Avoid common pitfalls in diagnosis and management encountered in hospitalized patients
Accreditation
The University of Florida College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit
The University of Florida College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the Activity.
Disclosure
Daniela Fluxa Cardenas, M.D. has disclosed that he/she has no relevant financial disclosures. No one else in a position to control content has any financial relationships to disclose.
For additional information, contact Aimee Peacock (904) 244-3093 aimee.peacock@ufhealth.org.