Upcoming Medical Conferences in Anaheim

Mastering Lab Interpretation: Deciphering the Hidden Clues is organized by PESI HealthCare and will be held on Mar 27, 2019 at Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort, Anaheim, California, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 6.3 contact hours. Conference Description: The lab work you have been patiently waiting for comes back normal… yet you know something just isn't right! Do you know how to decipher the hidden clues and prepare for possible complications? Do you wish you had more confidence in your interpretation skills?  Look beyond the numbers and finally understand what the values mean. Master lab interpretation with this cutting-edge program that will provide you with in-depth knowledge of the full spectrum of lab tests used today. Learn the hidden clues of labs, understand why they are ordered, discern the pathophysiology behind abnormal values, and anticipate the types of symptoms your patient will show as the values deteriorate or improve. Sign up today and gain the confidence you need to manage the next patient emergency. Conference Objectives are: • Evaluate results of Coagulation Studies (PT/INT and PTT). • Analyze a Complete Blood Count with Differential and discuss clinical applications (Anemias, Left Shifts, Infections, etc.). • Recognize the clinical implications of metabolic panels. • Distinguish between life-threatening electrolyte imbalances, as well as potential causes and remedies. • Predict renal function based on BUN, Creatinine, BUN/CR ratio, and GFR. • Interpret cardiac panel results in a suspected acute myocardial infarction. • Analyze blood gases and discuss clinical implications. • Differentiate between bacterial meningitis and viral meningitis based on lumbar puncture findings. • Recognize the key clinical indicators and implications for infection on a urinalysis.

Men's & Women's Health for Primary Care: Endo/Gyn/Men's Uro is organized by Medical Education Resources (MER) and will be held from Mar 29 - 31, 2019 at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Anaheim, California, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is office-based primary care providers and other health professionals with updates in primary care medicine. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Learning Objectives are : • Describe the management and treatment of abnormal pap smears, uterine bleeding, and HPV • Discuss the current evidence and recommendations regarding breast cancer screening • Explain the process of menopausal transition (climacteric) and describe the potential risks/benefits of HRT option, especially in relation to breast cancer and cardiovascular disease • Identify current strategies for managing osteoporosis, thyroid disorders and obese patients • Discuss the biology and screening, and treatment options for prostate cancer and testicular cancer • Discuss medical management of male sexual health including sexual function and androgen replacement

19th International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery (ISASS) Annual Conference is organized by International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery (ISASS) and will be held during Apr 03 - 06, 2019 at Anaheim, California, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

2019 CSPD/WSPD Annual Meeting - Promising Magical Smiles is organized by California Society of Pediatric Dentistry (CSPD) and will be held from Apr 04 - 07, 2019 at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Anaheim, California, United States of America. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 29 CE Credits. Conference Topics: • Sedation Review - Safe Sedation for Kids • Black Box Analysis of recent pediatric dental anesthesia tragedies • Dental anesthesia malpractice from a lawyer's perspective • Myofunctional therapy, Sleep disordered breathing in children • Pediatric Airway Health: Myofunctional, ENT, and Dental Perspectives • Risk Management Challenges and the Dental Team "Pain & Perception: Reducing Nerve Injury Risks" • Less is More: Minimally Invasive Treatment Options for Enamel Caries and Defects Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) 44th Annual Congress is organized by Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) and will be held from Apr 11 - 14, 2019 at Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California, United States of America. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 30 contact hours of continuing nursing education. Conference Outcomes: • Synthesize research innovations to improve patient care from prevention to end of life care. • Identify ways to promote mentoring and leadership skills to improve staff morale, retention, and burnout. • Discuss one clinical practice change that attendees plan to implement in their personal practice or institution. • Translate challenges patients receiving radiation experience and develop one practice change to improve the patient’s experience. • Identify an increased knowledge related to the role of the APN in practice settings, networking, and patient-centered care. Additional Details will be posted as soon as they are available

Rheumatology, Orthopedics, and Sports Medicine for Primary Care is organized by MCE Conferences and will be held from Apr 18 - 20, 2019 at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Anaheim, California, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is all physicians and other healthcare professionals seeking clinical information about issues in rheumatology, orthopedics, and sports medicine. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA category 1 credit. Conference Description: This conference is designed to provide primary care clinicians with up-to-date, evidence-based information on commonly encountered Rheumatology, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine issues, while suggesting pragmatic approaches to clinical management. The discussion-based format of the conference will encourage audience participation through dynamic lectures, case-based studies, and hands-on workshops. Keynote speakers will present and critically assess recent advancements and industry updates in Rheumatology, orthopedics and Sports Medicine, with the goal of enhancing the knowledge-base and core competence of attendees. The successful completion of this interactive program diagnosing, treating, and prescribing the most effective courses of treatment, with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes. Topics and Objectives: • Clinical and Lab approach in Rheumatic Diseases • Clinical Aspects and Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis  • Concussion Update • Shoulder Pain Evaluation and Management  • Lupus and Other Connective Tissue Diseases • Gout and Microcrystalline Diseases  • Knee Pain Evaluation and Management  • Tendonitis: The Challenges and Controversies • Exercise Rx, What and For Whom?  • Sports Medicine Exam Tips and Tricks  • Panel Discussion with Participants • Rheumatic Disease Cases with Audience Participation Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

American Occupational Health Conference (AOHC) 2019 is organized by American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM) and will be held from Apr 28 - May 01, 2019 at Disneyland Hotel, Anaheim, California, United States of America. Target Audience: AOHC is designed for physicians who specialize in or have an interest in OEM as well as for non-physicians, such as industrial hygienists, nurses, safety professionals, and environmental health specialists who are involved in the field. AOHC offers a variety of educational activities for participants new to OEM as well as for the experienced professional. CME Information: The American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 26.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Description: The 2019 American Occupational Health Conference (AOHC) is ACOEM’s 104th Annual Meeting. AOHC serves two fundamental purposes: it is the premier professional meeting for physicians and other health professionals who have an interest in the fields of occupational and environmental medicine (OEM), and it is the annual membership meeting for ACOEM’s members. Educational Needs and Learning Objectives: OEM is the medical specialty devoted to the prevention and management of occupational and environmental injury, illness, and disability, and the promotion of health and productivity of workers, their families, and communities. ACOEM has identified core competencies in areas where the OEM-trained physician should strive to remain current and serve as a knowledgeable representative of the specialty. The ten core competencies are available at www.acoem.org The ACOEM CME mission is to provide educational activities that enhance the professional capabilities related directly to the professional work of physicians practicing occupational and environmental medicine and  (1) to promote physician lifelong and self-directed learning,  (2) to improve worker/patient clinical outcomes,  (3) to facilitate physician effectiveness and efficiency in carrying out professional responsibilities, and (4) communicate the value of occupational and environmental medicine. To address the educational needs of OEM physicians, AOHC is planned within the context of desirable physician attributes and aligned with the OEM core competencies. AOHC content is designed to enhance physician competence and performance and to improve patient outcomes by providing learner-centered education in the most current issues relevant to the practice of OEM. Upon completion of AOHC 2019, the learner should be able to: • Evaluate current research; • Analyze emerging issues in OEM; and • Exemplify effectiveness and efficiency in carrying out professional responsibilities. Content: AOHC sessions offer focused presentations that cover critically chosen, cutting-edge subjects related to OEM competencies. Sessions are designed for OEM physicians and related professionals who practice in a variety of work settings and are identified by the following tracks: • OEM Clinical Practice • Management and Administration in OEM • OEM Education and Scientific Research • Environmental Health and Risk Management • Regulatory, Legal, Military, and Governmental OEM Practice  • Innovation and Forward-Thinking Pre- and post-conference courses are designed to enrich participants’ understanding of concepts and issues related to OEM, giving physicians the knowledge necessary to sustain a competitive edge. Content is driven by research, the latest in regulatory issues, and the expertise of the faculty. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged; a separate registration fee is required.

IAHCSMM Annual Conference is organized by International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) and will be held from Apr 28 - May 01, 2019 at Anaheim Marriott and Convention Center, Anaheim, California, United States of America. Pre-Conference events available Saturday, April 27, 2019. Description: The 2019 IAHCSMM Annual Conference & Expo theme is A Fresh Perspective. We are thrilled to bring you an array of educational topics taught by a thoughtfully curated cast of industry-leading experts, and an opportunity to immerse yourself in the newest technology and innovations in products and services. Meet fellow Central Service/Sterile Processing professionals, engage in problem-solving and best practice discussions and find fresh new ways to meet the needs of your customers and patients when you return home. IAHCSMM Annual Conferences provide attendees with resources needed to elevate their knowledge and promote ongoing quality and professionalism within their department. From knowledge-building hands-on labs and workshops to time management and technical updates taught by some of the profession's most renowned and respected experts, plus poster sessions, discussion groups, and the largest vendor exposition for the CS profession, it does not matter if this is your first conference or your twentieth: it will be one of your most memorable. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

CFS: CoreFirst Strategies for Optimum Function is organized by The Institute of Physical Art, Inc. (IPA) and will be held from May 03 - 05, 2019 at American Career College, Anaheim, California, United States of America. Audience: PT, PTA, OT, SPT Attendees agree to utilize all skills of evaluation, assessment and treatment learned in this course to the extent allowed under the regulations of their professional practice act. By registering you acknowledge that your attendance does not represent authorization by the IPA, or any of its officers, to utilize any of the material learned which may lie outside of the strict interpretation of your practice act. Hours: 2.5 Days, 20-22 Hours. (Approved CEUs vary by state.) Course Purpose: CoreFirst® Strategies presents a methodical and unique functional assessment and treatment program for patients with dysfunctions of the spine. The CFS approach, originated and developed by Vicky Saliba Johnson, PT, FFFMT, FAAOMPT, trains the therapist to directly correlate an evaluation of the patient’s base of support, alignment, and Lumbar Protective Mechanism to the patient’s motor activation and strength response. Building on this assessment, the participant is trained in five principles to enhance efficient posture, movement, and the automatic-not volitional-activation of the core stabilizers. These principles serve as a kinesthetic checklist for patients during ADL such as sitting and lifting. To complete this dynamic approach to active functional rehabilitation, the therapist is trained in a progressive functional exercise program which addresses flexibility, coordination, strength, stability, and functional movement patterns. The course includes an extensive manual with over 200 photos of posture, movement, and exercise. Course Objectives: • Become proficient in three IPA Functional Tests which provide immediate objective data to the therapist and the patient as to the efficiency of the patient’s alignment related to function and pain. • Learn principles of acute care, positioning, and CoreFirst® principles of posture and movement which empower a patient to be independent in ADL. • Acquire the understanding and knowledge to design an appropriate and challenging exercise program that meets the individual needs of each patient for activation of the core, strength, endurance, and motor control.

Skin and Wound Management Certification Course is organized by Wound Care Education Institute (WCEI) and will be held from May 06 - 10, 2019 at Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Anaheim, Anaheim, California, United States of America. Intended Audience: This course is intended for multiple professions including nurses, dietitians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and physicians Accreditation: Physicians: OnCourse Learning designates this live activity for a maximum of 22.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Physical Therapist: This Course is approved for 22.75 contact hours for physical therapists and physical therapy assistants. Occupational Therapist: This Course is approved for 2.25 AOTA CEUs for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants. Nursing: OnCourse Learning approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #16588 for 22.75 contact hours. Course Description: The Skin and Wound Management course offer an evidence-based approach to wound management and current standards of practice to keep clinicians legally defensible at the bedside. Learning Objectives : • Discuss how standards of care, evidence-based practice, and a multidisciplinary wound care team can affect clinical choices in wound management. • Discuss the basic anatomy and physiology of the skin. • Identify at least 5 parameters required for accurate wound assessment. • Identify pressure ulcer stages according to NPUAP guidelines. • Identify 5 factors which enhance or impede the wound healing process. • Explain 4 types of basic principles of wound bed preparation. • Identify 3 major components of a nutritional assessment for optimizing wound healing. • Identify 4 different categories for topical wound management. • Select treatment options based on wound assessment, etiology, and goal of wound care. • Differentiate arterial, neuropathic, and venous ulcers in terms of causative factors, pathophysiology, appearance, and principles of management. • Describe 3 factors involved in the development of a pressure ulcer and interventions to prevent their occurrence. • Describe at least 5 interventions that optimize acute surgical wound healing. • Differentiate between wound etiologies and clinical manifestations of acute and traumatic wounds. • Differentiate types of burns and principles of management. • Select treatment options and differentiate wound etiologies and clinical manifestations of chronic, malignant, and inflammatory wounds. • Discuss 3 adjunctive treatment modalities that enhance wound healing. • Discuss current multidisciplinary care approaches to wound care. • Discuss the components required for accurate wound documentation.