Upcoming Medical Conferences in Hawaii

The Attachment Dentistry Ultimate Course-Everything You Wanted to Know About Attachment Dentistry but Were Afraid to Ask!! is organized by Continuing Education, Inc and will be held during Oct 20 - 27, 2018 at 7-Night Hawaii Cruise Conference Round-trip, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Dentists, Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Office Managers. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 14 CE Credits. Course Synopsis: Fourteen hours of continuation education on all aspects of treatment planning attachment dentistry. The course includes root and implant attachments as well as narrow body implant systems, segmented fixed bridgework, precision and semi-precision removable partial dentures, bars and accessory attachments. The course will include a hands-on demonstration using attachment models. Clinical cases will be reviewed and discussed and doctors are asked to bring in a case with study models and x-rays for treatment planning group discussion. Conference Objectives are : • Understand the rationale for using attachments in fixed and removable prosthetics on abutments, roots, and implants • Become familiar with precision and semi-precision attachments, studs, rod and tubes, magnets, bars and other types of fixed, segmented, removable, and overdenture attachments • Be able to immediately incorporate attachment dentistry into patient treatment planning • Learn how to first do occlusal set ups and create surgical stents • Learn the Do&pos's and the Dont&pos's in attachment case treatment planning • Learn what precision and semi-precision attachments are and how they are used in prosthetic dentistry. • Become familiar with rigid and resilient intracoronal and extracoronal attachments • Narrow body implants • Relining techniques • A logical approach to begin incorporating attachment dentistry into our treatment planning. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Aloha Update: Pediatrics is organized by Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) and will be held from Oct 20 - 26, 2018 at Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa, Kauai, Hawaii, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is pediatrician, family physician or other health professional who cares for infants, children and adolescents and are interested in enhancing your understanding of and developing solutions for the clinical issues you encounter in your daily practice. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 22.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Conference Objectives: At the conclusion of this activity participants will be able to identify, assess and manage common clinical issues in the areas of dermatology, infectious diseases, cardiology, gastroenterology & nutrition and adolescent medicine & sports medicine, including: • Safely and effectively utilize topical anti-inflammatory agents for atopic dermatitis therapy. • Describe the effectiveness of antiviral agents for influenza as well as new vaccine approaches for influenza. • Distinguish life-threatening syncope from benign syncope utilizing history and physical exam along with common diagnostic tools. • Recognize the various GI and extra-intestinal presentations of celiac disease, gluten intolerance and wheat allergy. • Discuss the prevalence of eating disorders in adolescents and recognize important clinical findings to help with early diagnosis Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Nearing the End of Life: Dare to Care is organized by PESI HealthCare and will be held on Oct 22, 2018 at Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Physician Assistants, Social Workers, Counselors, Case Managers, Chaplains, Clergy. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 6.3 contact hours. Course Description: Eleanor is an 83-year-old widowed lady with known chronic heart failure and advanced dementia. She is now hospitalized with a significant stroke and dysphagia. She does not have a healthcare directive and had never discussed what she would want, other than staying at home until she dies. She is full code. Her family still wants resuscitation attempted. Her children admit they are concerned about what is best for their mother. What are options for Eleanor and her family? Would she benefit from artificial hydration and nutrition? How is she going to receive medications? Can some of her medications be discontinued? Who is going to be her caregiver? In this compelling seminar, multiple case studies like Eleanor's will provide you with examples that you can incorporate when care is more important than cure. To deliver expert, holistic care, healthcare professionals need to have a toolbox full of new interventions to promote quality care at the end of life. Have you ever been asked, "what would you do if this was your family member?" Learn conversation options to use while staying neutral. Did you know that a patient might enrol in hospice care and be a full code? We will discuss how this is done. What can we do for patients seeking euthanasia who see this as the best solution? These situations are becoming more frequent. Anticipate how you will respond. Strategies regarding comfort, communication, choices and control have unique issues and challenges for patients, families and health professionals. We have an obligation to know how to help provide emotional, spiritual, existential, and physical comfort for those who have life-limiting conditions and to support them through difficult decisions. It’s time to think outside the box. Course Objectives are: • Explain how complementary therapies enhance the quality of life for patients. • Evaluate the risks and benefits of medical marijuana. • Acknowledge the eight domains of the National Consensus Project. • Analyze five complications related to artificial hydration and nutrition. • Explore ethical issues often seen at the end of life. • Formulate two strategies to diminish fear of death and dying. • Connect moral resiliency to palliative care.

Society for Pediatric Interventional Radiology (SPIR)'s 6th International Meeting is organized by Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) and will be held from Oct 23 - 26, 2018 at Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort-a concept by Hyatt, Wailea, Hawaii, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 16 CME Credits. The three-day scientific program will feature diverse pediatric interventional radiology topics, and will include guest speakers with adult vascular interventional expertise. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

34th Annual Fall Conference on Pediatric Emergencies is organized by Symposia Medicus and will be held from Oct 24 - 27, 2018 at Turtle Bay Resort, Oahu, Hawaii, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is many challenges facing Pediatric and Emergency physicians, nurse practitioners, PAs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals involved in the clinical care of children. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 18.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Conference Description: The goal of this conference is to increase the knowledge and enhance the competence of attendees. Emphasis will be placed on practical application of the evidence-based topics presented. Topics for this year’s conference have been selected based on the educational needs determined from the identified professional practice gaps. The gaps were derived from a variety of sources including evaluations and outcomes data from past participants; clinical expert input; Symposia Medicus’ online survey; and other medical and nursing data. The conference format will include didactic lectures, smaller group breakout, and interactive sessions, case studies, and question and answer sessions. Conference Objectives are: • Discuss clinical clearance of pediatric spinal precautions • Provide evidence-based management of pediatric pneumonia • Recognize fracture patterns and determine the splint type for each fracture • Identify associated injuries in patients with eye trauma • Utilize an evidence-based approach to confirm or bust various medical myths Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Meeting the Challenge of Primary Care is organized by David Geffen School of Medicine (DGSOM) at UCLA, Office of Continuing Medical Education and will be held from Oct 24 - 27, 2018 at Kauai Marriott Resort, Lihue, Hawaii, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Family physicians, general practitioners, internists, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 16.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Conference Description: This four-day course will provide the participant with an update on common problems seen in primary care related to preventive medicine, rheumatology, internal medicine, and women’s health. A distinguished UCLA faculty group will discuss a variety of topics including hypertension, diabetes, contraception, depression, coronary heart disease, and common rheumatologic disorders. Conference Objectives: Following completion of this program, the participant should be able to: • Diagnose thyroid disorders, liver disorders and rheumatologic disorders • Manage common problems seen in primary care including diabetes, abnormal liver tests, heart failure, osteoporosis, and depression • Implement preventive care measures including cholesterol management, contraception, and hypertension

Clinical Site Coordinator / Manager and GCP Workshop: GCP for Coordinators, Research Associates, Study Nurses, and Site Managers is organized by Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA), Inc. and will be held during Oct 25 - 26, 2018 at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Alana - Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Conference Description : Goal: The Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) recognizes the continuing need for education for Clinical Research Professionals responsible for the activities at the research site or institution. The purpose of this program is to assist Site Coordinators, Research Associates, and Study Nurses in improving their skills and their understanding of the responsibilities of the Clinical Research Site. This program is designed to address all of the functions of the research site related to the Good Clinical Practices as delineated by the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations and the guidelines supported by the International Council on Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Registration of Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH Guidelines). Objective: The goal will be accomplished through lecture and practical application facilitated by clinical research professionals with a combined industry experience of more than 20 years. Information will be presented and discussed regarding administration of clinical trials according to FDA Regulations and International Council on Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines as well as practical procedures and site/sponsor / CRO relationships. Learning Objectives : Upon completion of this course the attendee should be able to: • Discuss aspects of clinical trials that are governed by regulations and guidelines. • Discuss the basic philosophy and guiding principles of clinical research GCP. • Discuss the elements of the Informed Consent Form, the ethical principles originating in the Declaration of Helsinki, the various aspects of the informed consent process, and those special considerations that may impact the process. • Describe the various aspects of human research protections including the ICH definitions of AEs (adverse events) and SAEs (serious adverse events) and describe the reporting requirements common to all sponsors and IRBs/IECs. • Discuss the role of the Study Coordinator including Submitting a protocol to the IRB; Setting up local procedures; Source documentation management and control; and Working relations with Sponsors. • Discuss the rationale and issues surrounding the monitoring visit and the audit process from a site, a sponsor, and a regulatory perspective. • Discuss the parameters, goals, and outcomes of audits and inspections. • Discuss the philosophy and rationale for the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Nursing Documentation: Proven Strategies to Keep Your Patients and Your License Safe is organized by PESI HealthCare and will be held on Oct 25, 2018 at Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Legal Nurse Consultants, Risk Managers. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 6.3 contact hours. Course Description: Join expert and legal nurse consultant, Cyndi Zarbano, to learn how to develop a systematic approach to documentation that will keep you, your patients and your license safe. You will learn how to identify and avoid risky documentation as well as how to correctly utilize electronic documentation and the correct technique for meaningful use. Cyndi will show you, step by step, how to overcome your most complex documentation questions and challenges. This dynamic one-day program will include tools to improve your documentation including: • Time-saving tips for electronic documentation and EMR use • Documenting compliance, incident reports, and adverse events • Sample strategy worksheets for ease of data collection • Federal government requests for charting based on meaningful use criteria • Dangers with social media, email, and texting • Examples and case studies of correct and incorrect documentation Course Objectives: • Identify a strategic nursing documentation system. • Describe how documentation is used to decide if you are guilty or innocent in a lawsuit. • Recognize the meaningful use criteria to meet reimbursement needs. • List how to best use features in computerized records to ensure reimbursement. • Identify how to prevent risky behaviour when using social media and other forms of electronic communication. • Define how to use best practice and standard of care for documenting incident reports and adverse events. • Integrate the correct practices into your documentation to keep your license unblemished. • Summarize the common documentation mistakes and how to avoid and/or correct them.

Western Section of the American Urological Association (WSAUA) 94th Annual Meeting is organized by Western Section of the American Urological Association (WSAUA) and will be held from Oct 28 - Nov 02, 2018 at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, Wailea, Hawaii, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Urologists, Urology Residents and Fellows, Allied Health Professionals, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Office Managers, Medical Assistants, Doctors of Osteopathy, Industry Partners. Conference Objectives are : How to select the right job, gain a better understanding into today's medical / financial landscape, how to maximize your training into a successful practice by incorporating minimally invasive therapies, and understand the basics of insurance and coding. Topics : • How to decide on the right job • Academic vs. private vs. HMO • Groups large and small • Partnerships • Understanding insurance, reimbursement and coding • How to get started in a practice and what is expected of me • Understanding the economic landscape and how it relates to medicine today • Panel discussion with academic and Kaiser faculty • Update on ancillary care services (surgery centers, pathology labs, & lithotripsy, radiation centers) Aditional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Anesthesia Topics by Northwest Anesthesia Seminars is organized by Northwest Anesthesia Seminars (NAWS) and will be held from Oct 28 - Nov 02, 2018 at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, Lahaina, Hawaii, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is designed for physicians, certified registered nurse anesthetists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and other medical care providers who must maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of the specialty or are impacted by it. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 20.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. The practitioner of anesthesiology must possess the scientifi c background for clinical practice; maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of not only the specialty, but also of all additional related disciplines which may impact it; maintain an up-to-the-minute armamentarium of knowledge and skills for the selection and use of complex equipment, pharmacological agents, and procedures necessary for the provision of quality patient care; manage self and colleagues to function toward common goals in the clinical setting, the clinical and educational institutions, and the community in which the practice resides; serve as an expert in matters involving health care delivery; serve as an informed manager of clinical and educational services provided, including the acquisition and distribution of resources necessary in meeting professional goals; and provide assistance with and support of other service providers, departments, institutions, and organizations dependent upon the professional expertise of the practitioner. Presentations are designed to facilitate the physician, nrse specialist, and other providers maintaining skills of the same kind to review and update knowledge and abilities in one or more of these areas vital to the practicing professional. Conference Objectives are : At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be able to: • Apply the pertinent physical and behavioral sciences - to include but not be limited to advanced anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, chemistry, physics, psychology, and social sciences - as they impact and are affected by the planning, delivery, and monitoring of anesthesia and related services inherent in the anesthesia professions. • Explain the selection, dosing considerations with methods of administration, safe use, and contraindications and precautions of presented pharmacological agents through the understanding of their physico-chemical properties, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, updated uses, and more recently developed additional, related, and similar drugs. • Outline comprehensive management plans for the group of patients discussed, whether related in age, physical status, cultural background, invasive procedure, anesthetic or analgesic requirements, clinical setting, adverse reactions, and/or goals of care. • Apply the principles of safety and asepsis in the performance of anesthetic procedures and administrations, equipment use, and other applications encountered during the provision of anesthesia and analgesia whether in the surgical unit, the labor and delivery suite, the pain management clinic, or other more remote location of anesthetizing services. • Incorporate the appropriate recommendations and/or requirements of pertinent external organizations, institutions, and professional groups - recognized as serving as the authority for and/or holding the responsibility to compile and approve such tenets - in the provision of anesthesia and related services, whether medical, legal, philosophical, ethical, or health care management standards. • Apply the new techniques in the clinical setting of the participant. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.