Learning objectives of this video are the following:
1. Understanding acute diverticulitis - relevant anatomy.
2. Typical history and presentation.
3. Physical examination.
4. Clinical findings.
5. Laboratory and radiological studies.
6. Management.
Presented by Dr. Hatem Abou-Sayed
Dr. Hatem A. Abou-Sayed is a plastic surgeon in San Diego, California and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Scripps La Jolla Hospitals and Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian. He received his medical degree from University of California (San Francisco) School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years.