Upcoming Medical Conferences in Washington

Graduate Medical Education (GME) Leadership Development Certificate Program is organized by Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and will be held from Jan 11 - 12, 2019 at Association of American Medical Colleges, Washington, Dist of Col, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is M.D./D.O., Ed.D., M.B.A., M.H.A.. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 32 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Description: The AAMC GME Leadership Development Certificate Program is a two-part application-based certificate program for Designated Institutional Officials, GME Deans, VPs for GME or Academic Affairs, and other academic leaders who are responsible for institutional oversight of graduate medical education (GME) and the educational environment for residents and fellows. Based on the AAMC Group on Resident Affairs’ Institutional GME Leadership Competencies and various interactive and case-based methodologies, this highly interactive certificate program will develop participants in key elements of responsibility and build on the leadership attributes, knowledge, skills and capabilities required to be successful within their current or future role in graduate medical education. Course Objectives: • Develop/enhance regional and national networks of professional peer groups, in addition to understanding the specialty groups available for membership. • Distinguish and actualize the difference between management and leadership, knowing that both skill sets must be enriched for success as a DIO. • Design an organizational structure for their educational mission which stresses agility and proficiency; identifying potential contributors and developing their skill sets. • Establish a competency in financial principles; understand the options of educational and medical financing, and develop a long-range monetary plan. • Obtain a working knowledge of disruptive technology, and gauge its potential for effective use. • Differentiate between professional development and performance reviews; both from a personal and from a supervisory standpoint. Design a process to provide feedback and stimulate the desire for new knowledge to other GME leaders within the home institution. • Demonstrate proficiency in comprehending ACGME policies, and those of other regulatory agencies, and implement appropriate protocols. • Lead the GME enterprise in the role of advocacy for trainees, faculty, and patients. • Synthesize applicable legal standards for medical education; devise appropriate protocols for the GME Office, and convey a standardized approach to others involved in graduate medical education.

NCLC Leading Chiropractic ACA's Annual Conference is organized by American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and will be held from Jan 16 - 19, 2019 at Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, Dist of Col, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Chief Medical Officers (CMO) Leadership Academy is organized by Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) and will be held during Jan 17 - 18, 2019 at Association of American Medical College Learning Center, Washington, Dist Of Col, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is physicians. Who Should Attend: Newly appointed CMOs who are within the first 1-3 years of the position, and senior physician leaders interested in assuming the CMO role during their career. The role of the chief medical officer (CMO) has rapidly evolved as the health care environment has grown more complex. It is important for today’s academic medicine leaders to train and prepare the next generation of CMOs to successfully meet both the clinical and business demands of this highly respected and reputable position. This exclusive, 18-month executive training program explores the role, responsibilities, and influence of the CMO as a high-functioning member of the C-suite. Designed by a committee of well-respected and experienced academic medicine CMOs, this program uses a blended learning approach that combines didactics, e-learning, independent study, and peer and executive mentorship to help participants develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of administration and leadership in order to successfully serve in the CMO role. Learning Objectives: At the completion of this program, participants will be able to: • Identify and describe the critical success factors associated with the CMO role. • Illustrate their emotional intelligence and leadership characteristics to maximize their potential as administrators. • Demonstrate the use and application of performance data and standards as well as communication methods to create an evidence-based culture of quality and patient safety. • Determine opportunities and cultivate strategies to create better alignment within care systems. • Develop a change management strategy that enables valuable changes with minimum disruptions within their institutions. • Understand the importance of risk management and the role of the CMO in the development, maintenance, and execution of a risk management strategy. • Utilize principles and strategies for leveraging influence to motivate individuals, change behaviors, and drive mutually desired outcomes in the present and/or absence of direct authority. • Identify the factors that build trust between physicians and hospital leaders. • Describe best practices for developing, engaging, and managing physician behavior and performance as well as interprofessional teams. • Implement approaches to effectively facilitate and led meetings with colleagues, senior leaders, and employees. • Describe the process of public speaking preparation and execution within an institutional setting. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

2019 American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD) Annual Meeting is organized by American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD) and will be held from Jan 18 - 20, 2019 at Washington Marriott Wardman Park, Washington, Dist Of Col, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

CSM 2019 - Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association is organized by American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and will be held from Jan 23 - 26, 2019 at Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, Dist of Col, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 1.8 CEU'S. Join over 12,000 innovative and dedicated professionals in downtown Washington, DC, for the largest physical therapy conference in the country. With programming designed by all 18 of APTA's specialty sections, you will want to ChooseDC and amplify your learning in 2019! Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Advancing the Cardiovascular Care of the Oncology Patient is organized by American College of Cardiology (ACC) and will be held from Jan 25 - 27, 2019 at The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, DC, Washington, Dist of Col, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is cardiologists, oncologists, internists and all members of the multi-professional care team (including advanced practice nurses, physician assistants, pharmacists, exercise physiologists) who are providing clinical care to the growing population of cancer patients and survivors with cardiovascular concerns. Conference Description: Cardiovascular disease is the second leading cause of morbidity and mortality in cancer survivors. Since an estimated 14.5 million cancer patients and survivors have significant cardiovascular risk factors, it is critical for cardiologists, oncologists, and the entire multi-professional care team to stay on the leading edge of this rapidly evolving field. Advancing the Cardiovascular Care of the Oncology Patient provides clinicians and researchers with the tools needed to improve patient care in your everyday practice. Over the past 3 years, the American College of Cardiology has joined forces with respected experts in the field of Cardio-oncology to develop a program covering the most relevant and required content for both the novice and advancing practitioner. Join us at Advancing the Cardiovascular Care of the Oncology Patient and engage with our growing community. Participate through interactive case discussions on evidence-based treatment strategies that address pre, intra and post-chemotherapy heart health. Throughout the course, you'll have the unique opportunity to engage with expert faculty and a network of colleagues centered around ensuring your patients receive the most informed care possible. Pre-Conference: 2019 Pre-conference Educational Seminar: Common Cancer Pharmacotherapies and the CV Patient will be held on Jan 25, 2019 at Heart House. The 3-hour intensive session is devoted to common conventional and newer highly targeted cancer therapies. The focus of the course will include Anthracyclines, HER2-Targeted Therapies, VEGF-Targeted Therapies and Immunotherapies. Pre-conference Registration Rate - $100. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Council on Patient Safety in Women's Health Care is organized by American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and will be held from Jan 28 - 29, 2019 at American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Washington, Dist of Col, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS) 2019 International Conference & Exhibition is organized by Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS) and will be held from Feb 02 - 06, 2019 at Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, Dist of Col, United States of America. Conference Topics : • Advances in Bioanalytics and Biomarkers. • Assay Development and Screening. • Automation and High-Throughput Technologies. • Biologics Discovery. • Cellular Technologies. • Data Analysis and Informatics. • Drug Target Strategies. • High-Definition Biotechnology. • Micro- and Nanotechnologies. • Molecular Libraries. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available. 

2019 American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Health Policy Conference is organized by American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and will be held from Feb 03 - 05, 2019 at Hyatt Regency Washington On Capitol Hill, Washington, Dist of Col, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 17.5 total CE Contact Hours. Why Attend? Lend your voice and work to make a difference for your patients and for the NP role! Whether you're a seasoned NP advocate or a novice in the legislative area, this is a unique opportunity to : • Earn continuing education (CE) credits. • Learn from government and industry experts as they discuss the priorities of Congress and the Administration and their potential impact on NPs and patients. • Develop skills and insight necessary to advocate effectively at the federal level. • Meet with your elected officials and staff on Capitol Hill to promote patient health through the elimination of federal barriers to practice. • Network with NPs from your area who are interested in creating advocacy coalitions. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

2019 National Health Policy Conference is organized by AcademyHealth and will be held from Feb 04 - 05, 2019 at Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, Washington, Dist of Col, United States of America. The 2019 NHPC Call for Proposals is intended to give researchers, policymakers, policy and market analysts, and the professionals who connect them, an opportunity to provide timely examples of policy innovation, implementation and/or evaluation, emphasizing how evidence has been used or could be used in the years ahead to either inform, develop and/or evaluate federal and/or state policy. Importantly, policy is defined to encompass legislative, regulatory, administrative, or legal policy. Timely evidence at this time of significant uncertainty and upheaval in health policy is critical. This year, we are also encouraging submissions related to science policy given current debates about the value, role and contributions of science to advancing the public good and developments in open science. Science policy topics include how research is funded, governed, disseminated and valued by policymakers. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.