Upcoming Medical Conferences in Chicago

Psychiatry Board Review 2018 is organized by Mayo Clinic and will be held during Jun 21 - 23, 2018 at InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is psychiatrists (including those who are graduating and recertifying), as well as psychiatry-specific advanced practice providers (NPs/PAs/CNSs/RNs). This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 27 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Description: The Psychiatry Board Review course is unlike any other psychiatry board review course. It is aimed at graduating residents and psychiatrists who are re-certifying for their American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) boards – as well as psychiatrists looking to increase their overall fund of knowledge. Unlike question banks and online topic reviews, this course intentionally integrates self-assessments, focused lectures, and repeated quizzes – the most powerful tool for increasing knowledge. It applies the best in education science to the processes of mastering board content and draws on the considerable depth of Mayo Clinic faculty in both psychiatry and neurology. Course Objectives: Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to: • Articulate evidence-based treatment strategies for common and rare psychiatric illnesses. • Identify areas of relative knowledge deficit relative to a peer group of psychiatrists. • Use clinical reasoning and judgment to safety and effectively make clinical decisions based on best medical evidence. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

American Psychoanalytic Association (APsaA) 107th Annual Meeting is Organized by American Psychoanalytic Association (APsaA) and will be held during Jun 22 - 24, 2018 at The Palmer House Hilton, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 17.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit. Statement of Objectives: The scientific sessions of the American Psychoanalytic Association’s meetings are intended to bridge the practice gaps in the professional knowledge of attendees by exploring new and recent developments in research, theory, technique, clinical knowledge and by offering opportunities for the review of essential psychoanalytic knowledge. These sessions are designed for the continuing education of mental health professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, other mental health professionals; professionals-in-training, and master’s level students; as well as post-doctoral mental health clinicians, nurses, teachers, professionals and academics in mental health and non-mental health disciplines. This meeting offers a series of panel discussions, plenaries, symposia, discussion groups, clinical workshops, scientific papers, clinical presentations, and special programs for students including seminars, courses, and forums dedicated to professionals-in-training on topics of importance to psychoanalysis that have been designed to increase professional competence. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Geriatric Medicine for Primary Care is organized by Medical Education Resources (MER) and will be held during Jun 22 - 24, 2018 at The Gwen, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Michigan Avenue Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, 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 11 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Learning Objectives : - Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Utilize a comprehensive geriatric assessment to identify potential issues • Discuss the etiologies, differential diagnosis, and treatment approaches to depression in the elderly • Assess and manage cardiac, vascular, and urologic disorders • Evaluate gait disorders and design practical approaches for the prevention of falls • Differentiate between cognitive impairment, dementias, and Alzheimer’s Disease, and formulate appropriate treatment options • Evaluate and manage common musculoskeletal problems and pain in the elderly Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Functional Mechanics of the Lumbopelvic Region and Lower Extremity is organized by Healthclick and will be held during Jun 23 - 24, 2018 at Vital Rehabilitation, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 18 hours of CME credit. Course Description : This two-day intermediate course provides you with the information and skills necessary to analyze the functional anatomy and mechanics of the lumbar spine and lower kinetic chain. Evidence-based research and up-to-date clinically-relevant techniques are presented. Extensive laboratory sessions focus on differential diagnosis to rule out lumbar stenosis, lumbar facet dysfunction, lumbar strain, lumbar disc herniation, hip bursitis, gluteal tendinitis, piriformis syndrome, ITB Friction Syndrome, patellofemoral pain syndrome, patellar tendinitis, achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis as well as posterior tibialis tendon dysfunction. The manual therapy skills practiced will assist with promoting normal function while decreasing the potential risk of further injury. Differential diagnosis laboratory sessions, along with key examination techniques to analyze gait and functional mobility, will provide the essential skills needed to identify altered movement patterns within the ankle, knee, hip and lumbar spine. This approach demonstrates the importance of understanding of how synergistic movement is necessary within the lumbar spine and lower extremities to maintain functional, healthy movement patterns and to avoid compensatory motions that can contribute to long term injury. The key to this course is a systematic approach to examination of lumbar spine and lower extremity dysfunction. You will be presented with the tools necessary to approach dysfunction not only as an independent joint or musculoskeletal issue, but also as a possible contributor of a problem within the larger scope of the lumbar spine and lower kinetic chain. At the conclusion of the course, clinicians will understand how to perform a movement examination and apply critical thinking utilizing objective measurement tools to rule out specific dysfunction coming from the lumbar spine, hip and/or lower extremity regions. Critical results analysis will enable the clinician to develop progressive rehab programs to include manual therapy and specific exercise programs to promote optimal function. You will be able to maximize your therapy sessions by identifying the true mechanisms of injury and developing a comprehensive program that encompasses the synergistic movement patterns of the lumbar spine and lower kinetic chain to promote optimal function. Conference Objectives: • Identify anatomical structures and normal biomechanical motion of the hip, lumbar spine and lower quarter. • Apply etiological and physiological concepts as they pertain to the hip, lower quarter and lumbar spine function, while recognizing signs and symptoms associated with various conditions. • Implement a systematic approach to gait assessment and describe common impairments throughout the lower kinetic chain that can lead to movement dysfunction. • Develop and integrate an accurate treatment classification category into a comprehensive program for treatment of lumbopelvic disorders. • Perform a differential diagnosis examination to rule out: lumbar stenosis, lumbar facet dysfunction, lumbar strain, lumbar disc herniation, hip bursitis, gluteal tendinitis, piriformis syndrome, ITB Friction Syndrome, patellofemoral pain syndrome, patellar tendinitis, achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, posterior tibialis tendon dysfunction. • Plan and implement an evidence-based assessment for the lumbopelvic region and correlating structures based on a biomechanical assessment of the lower extremity and trunk. • Justify and perform specific mobilizations to the lumbar spine and lower quarter. • Develop a systematic approach that incorporates clinical reasoning skills and evidence-based research when analyzing the results from a movement analysis examination as it pertains to lower extremity and lumbar dysfunction. • Develop progressive exercise programs to decrease pain and promote biomechanically optimal motion within the lumbar spine and lower quarter. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

CF4 - State of the Art Cranio Facial is organized by University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences and will be held during Jun 23 - 24, 2018 at Chicago, Illinois, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Physical Therapists. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 15 Hours or 1.5 CEUs. This seminar has a broad focus. It covers craniofacial pain and headaches related to pathologies of the TMJ as well as the effect of degenerative and postural changes of the mid and lower cervical spine on craniocervical posture and function. Surgical management of the TMJ and mandible will be discussed and pre/post surgical patient management carefully explained. Finally, the role of the physical therapist in the management of craniofacial malformations and anomalies will be discussed. The overall emphasis of this seminar is on the integration of treatment-related knowledge and total craniocervical management. Prerequisite: CF3 - Advanced Cranio-Facial Conference Objectives are : At the completion of this seminar the attendee should be able to: • Explain the manual skills utilized in the examination and treatment of major maxillo-facial surgical procedures. • Differentiate manual interventions for selected congenital malformations, traumatic injuries and orthognatic surgery. • Discuss progression of treatment following TMJ disc reduction. • Utilize a total body program as a component of musculoskeletal stabilization. • Discuss patient progression involving both physical therapy and dentistry interventions. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

14th American Association of Heart Failure Nurses (AAHFN) Annual Meeting is organized by American Association of Heart Failure Nurses (AAHFN) and will be held during Jun 28 - 30, 2018 at Sheraton Grand Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Cardiologists. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 17.0 contact hours Why to Attend The top five reasons to attend • Connect with nurses from across the continuum of practice at the only national meeting dedicated to HF nursing • Share experiences with colleagues and network with individuals who share your passion • Discover new products and services in the HF Marketplace • Earn Pharm credits by attending the in-depth pre-meeting Pharmacology Workshop: Caring for Special Populations with HF: Is Pharmacotherapy the Same (additional fee applies) • Register to take in person Pen and Paper CHFN exam (additional fees and application required) Pharmacology Workshop: Caring for Special Populations with HF: Is Pharmacotherapy the Same? is held on Jun 27, 2018. This education activity will be submitted to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners for approval of up to 7.75 contact hours of accredited education. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The Heart and Brain Symposium (HBS) is organized by Kenes Group and will be held during Jun 28 - 30, 2018 at Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is intended for physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers involved with the fields of Cardiology and Neurology. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 19.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Conference Description : The Symposium facilitates an active and highly cooperative style of communication and interaction between prominent cardiologists and neurologists, thus creating favorable conditions for discussion towards a more integrated approach to our patient care. Highlights will include interactive case studies on complicated patients that require teamwork across the cardiology and neurology departments - including Atrial Fibrillation, PFO, ablation, and occluders - as well as debates on treatment where there is a lack of clear guidelines. The theme of the event is "Preventing cardioembolic stoke as an interdisciplinary team" which shows the symposium`s special focus on the dialogue between Neurology and Cardiology towards a more integrated approach to our patient care. Emerging and interesting data is still being accumulated regarding the relationship between the heart and the brain, and vice versa. New therapies continue to be developed, and this symposium will trigger an exchange of innovative ideas, considerable expertise and interdisciplinary working techniques which will help the participants benefit from one another's experience. This is our main goal, and the scientific program is designed to facilitate this exchange of knowledge. Join us at the Heart and Brain Symposium in the windy city of Chicago, where the winds of change will help us create more interrelated and integral vision of medicine and human health. • Gain comprehensive knowledge on the management of cardioembolic strokes from the primary to the secondary prevention. • Better understand how to approach the cases (including co-morbidity) where there is a lack of clear guidelines for the cardiologists and neurologists. • Know how to work across departments on complicated patients, who have heart and brain conditions, which require decisions on such matters as PFO, ablation and occluders. • Get the knowledge you need to implement a more integrated approach to patient care at your hospital. • Present your latest research at a dedicated forum. Conference Objectives: After completing this activity, the participant should be better able to: • Describe advances in the detection of atrial fibrillation. • Debate stroke risks, prevention and treatment in atrial fibrillation patients. • Discuss oral anticoagulation, vascular disease and stroke. • Review Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) and Stroke. • Discuss cardioembolic strokes from the primary to the secondary prevention. • Address the relationship of embolic stroke of undetermined source with atrial fibrillation. • Discuss clinical trials and treatment options for an embolic stroke of undetermined source. • Debate the association between cognition and the heart. • Review clinical cases lacking clear guidelines for cardiologists and neurologists. • Apply the most current scientific, clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic advances in the management of atrial fibrillation.

Internal Medicine and Primary Care is organized by American Medical Forum (AMF) and will be held during Jun 28 - Jul 01, 2018 at Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America. AMF Sets You Apart: American Medical Forum is a CME provider hosting conferences in metropolitan cities accredited by The University of Chicago. AMF offers physicians an opportunity to learn about the latest medical advances, taught by leading medical experts from top universities. Conference summary : Update CME - Internal Medicine and Primary Care. Attend in-person or via the live stream experience from anywhere and earn the same live CME credits and MOC points. • Earn 30 ABIM MOC Points, 30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, 30 AAFP Prescribed / Live Credits • Concise 30-minute, comprehensive presentations • Expert speakers representing top institutions such as University of Chicago, Johns Hopkins University, University of California, and Northwestern University • Interactive Q&A sessions after every lecture • You can download a copy of all of the presentations digitally Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

26th Annual Conference Intelligent Systems for Molecular Biology (ISMB) is organized by International Society for Computational Biology (ISCB) and will be held from Jul 06 - 10, 2018 at Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Surgery Written Review Course is organized by The Osler Institute and will be held from Jul 07 - 11, 2018 at DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Magnificent Mile, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s). The General Surgery Written Review is a five-day seminar consisting of didactic lectures (with searchable e-syllabus containing PDFs of all PowerPoint presentations), Questions and Answers time at the end of each topic, and dedicated Question and Answer sessions at the end of the day. This comprehensive review is designed to update your clinical knowledge-base as well as to help you pass your General Surgery exams. Emphasis is on evidence-based medicine and board-relevant standards of care, incorporating current best practice concepts, surgical approaches, and clinical follow-up strategies. As a result, it provides a good review for your ABS written exams as well as providing a thorough general surgery review for physicians in practice. Many of our previous participants found the course provided them with improved diagnostic and planning strategies, a better understanding of the best surgical approaches for the principal areas covered by general surgeons, and helped them recognize areas of weakness for self-study. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.