James H. O'Keefe, M.D., and John H. Lee, M.D.

Dr. O'Keefe is Professor of Medicine, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, and Director, Preventive Cardiology Fellowship Program, Mid America Heart Institute, and Dr. Lee is Fellow, Preventive Cardiology, Mid America Heart Institute, Kansas City, MO.

Within the past 12 months, Drs. O'Keefe and Lee report no conflicts of interest.

Release Date: 01/22/2008
Termination Date: 01/22/2011

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• Discuss the health benefits and liabilities of alcohol consumption
• Discuss the ideal quantities and drinking patterns for conferring health benefits
• Describe the mechanisms of action whereby light to moderate alcohol consumption improves long-term cardiovascular health.

 

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