Upcoming Medical Conferences in New Orleans

Dry Needling Part I - Instructed by Eric Krell, PT, DPT, Cert DN, MTC, MSKUS Cert is organized by University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) and will be held from Mar 22 - 24, 2019 at New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. Hours: 25 or 2.5 CEU Prerequisite: None Who Attends: Physical Therapists Description: This 3 day seminar will provide the physical therapist with a thorough understanding of the history and current evidence regarding the use of Dry Needling in clinical practice.  The seminar will build a foundation on which the attendee may then integrate Dry Needling into clinical physical therapy practice. This seminar is a lab intensive, hands-on class.  Participants will safely handle needle manipulation and acquire motor skills necessary to perform a skilled needling session.  Participants should come prepared to practice dry needling and also be prepared to play the part of the practice patient. Intramuscular Dry Needling Part I is the first seminar of a two part certification program divided into upper and lower quadrants. Practical observation and testing occurs at the conclusion of each class (Part I & Part II) with a final written exam taking place after the completion of Part II.  The testing is conducted in order to assure that the clinician attains a safe and effective level of clinical practice in DN techniques. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this seminar, attendees will: • Discuss the origins, history and evolution of dry needling • Classify the origins and distinguishing factors of Latent and Active Myofascial Trigger Points • Describe the neurophysiological effects of dry needling on Myofascial Trigger Points and Myofascial Pain Syndrome • Demonstrate appropriate communication to the patients of the risks, benefits and potential for  adverse events of dry needling • Develop a comprehensive dry needling treatment regimen for the cervical, scapulo-thoracic, craniofacial and upper extremity regions based on common patient complaints, current evidence and physical exam findings to support manual therapy and therapeutic exercise • Identify and incorporate the most effective manual therapy techniques, coupled with dry needling and neuromuscular training to bring about improved outcomes for cervical, scapulo-thoracic, cranio facial and upper extremity dysfunction • Perform accurate needle penetration based on neuromusculoskeletal anatomy and targeted patient outcomes • Demonstrate safe needling techniques and decision making as to tissue area selection, needle length and depth of needle penetration • Recognize the utility of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound for improving dry needling accuracy and the identification of pathological tissues

ENDO 2019 is organized by Endocrine Society and will be held from Mar 23 - 26, 2019 at New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOOG) 86th Annual Conference is organized by American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOOG) and will be held from Mar 24 - 29, 2019 at Hilton New Orleans Riverside, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 28 credits of AOA Category 1A CME. Conference Objectives: • Enhance the skills needed to diagnose and manage common and uncommon clinical challenges faced in a modern OB/GYN practice • Address current and future OB/GYN practice issues • Apply advances in technology and therapeutics to facilitate improved patient care and outcomes Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

International Association for Orthodontics (IAO) 2019 Annual Meeting is organized by International Association for Orthodontics (IAO) and will be held from Mar 27 - 31, 2019 at Royal Sonesta New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

American Counseling Association (ACA) Conference and Expo is organized by American Counseling Association (ACA) and will be held from Mar 28 - 31, 2019 at New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is licensed professional counselors, counselor educators, students, school counselors, substance abuse counselors, psychologists and others eager to interact with the latest and greatest products and services that help mental health professionals help others thrive. Attendees work in all settings including private practices, counseling agencies, schools and universities, government/military, treatment centers and more. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of  23.5 CE Credits. Pre-conference will be held on Mar 28, 2019 Additional Details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Physician & Hospital Leadership Education Event is organized by The Greeley Company and will be held from Mar 28 - 30, 2019 at The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 11.75  AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. • The Greeley Physician Leadership Institute The target audience for this medical event is Physicians ready to truly participate in business decisions that affect clinical care and outcomes, Medical directors, Clinical department chairs and chiefs, Service line leaders, Employed physician group leaders, ACO/CIN leaders, Clinical transformation leaders, CMOs/VPMAs • Medical Executive Committee Institute The target audience for this medical event is experienced, new, and potential physician leaders with the essential skills they need to make your medical staff effective • Peer Review Boot Camp The target audience for this medical event is medical staff quality/peer review committee chairs and members, designated physician reviewers, medical staff officers, chief medical officers/VPMAs, medical directors, department chairs, quality directors and quality staff supporting peer review, and medical services professionals who are involved in the peer review process. • The Credentialing Solution The target audience for this medical event is Medical staff leaders, Medical services professionals, CEO, VPMA/CMO, Credentials committee members, Department chairs and members, Board members, Risk managers, Quality directors • The CMO/VPMA Retreat: How to Succeed in the Toughest Job in Healthcare Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

2019 American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Annual Conference & Expo is organized by American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), Inc and will be held from Apr 04 - 07, 2019 at New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 24 continuing education contact hours (2.4 CEUs) Additional Details will be posted as soon as they are available.

20th Annual National Conference on Fetal Monitoring is organized by Symposia Medicus and will be held from Apr 04 - 06, 2019 at Harrah's Hotel New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is designed for physicians, nurses, nurse midwives, nurse practitioners, and PAs who are responsible for maternal-fetal assessment. Accreditation: Physicians Symposia Medicus designates this live activity for a maximum of 16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. ACOG The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has assigned up to 16 cognate credits to this program. Certified Nurse Midwives The American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) accepts Category 1 CME approval from organizations accredited by the ACCME. PAs NCCPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. PAs may receive a maximum of 16 hours of Category 1 credit for completing this program. Nurse Practitioners/Nurses The ANCC contact hours awarded for completion of this conference are 16. Provider is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP2335, for 19.2 contact hours. Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring The approved credits include 16.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ towards Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring and Assessment Education. Conference Description: Our conference will integrate current clinical research with case studies and fetal heart tracings for content reinforcement. The conference is comprehensive and dynamic, and will include controversial issues relating to maternal-fetal assessment. The goal of this conference is to increase knowledge and enhance the competence of attendees. 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. Conference Objectives are: • Recognize common knowledge gaps in Electronic Fetal Monitoring • Describe an organized, systematic ABCD approach to Fetal Heart Rate management that is simple, clear, and understandable, focusing on management of persistent Category II fetal monitor tracings • Identify the essential elements of effective documentation • Review top litigation issues in Electronic Fetal Monitoring • Counsel patients on antepartum test performance

2019 ASTRO Annual Refresher Course is organized by American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) and will be held from Apr 05 - 07, 2019 at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. The meeting is designed to meet the interests of practicing radiation oncologists, radiation oncology residents, medical and clinical physicists, nurses and all other health professionals involved in the field of radiation oncology. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 18.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Program Content/Format : This course is designed to provide clinicians in practice and trainees with a comprehensive review and update of the clinical practice parameters across most sub-disciplines of radiation oncology. The course will review key evidence that forms the basis for current clinical practice guidelines and trends in new approaches that may be paradigm shifting areas. Additionally, the course will cover basic and applied radiobiological and physics principles that are relevant to and may explain results being obtained with current clinical practices. Statement of Need : The field of radiation oncology is rapidly evolving, particularly as imaging and delivery technologies advance. In addition, advancements in other oncologic specialties impact radiation oncology and must be integrated in current practices. It is extremely difficult for a practicing clinician to remain updated on all of the latest developments in cancer care. Without the latest information, this could lead to a suboptimal delivery of radiation therapy. Therefore, this course serves to bridge this gap by providing timely updates of best practices and emerging trends in order to provide clinicians with the most up-to-date information on developments in cancer therapy. Highlights of the meeting: • Interactive and didactic sessions that provide practicing clinicians and trainees with a comprehensive review of the core competencies, along with updates on the emerging trends across most sub-disciplines of radiation oncology. • Organized, thoughtful presenters covering evidence-based and practical current standards of care, in addition to ongoing clinical trials and future developments in the field. • Content that connects radiobiological and physics principles to relevant, clinical cases. • A highly-rated and concise meeting with networking opportunities. • A valuable aid in maintenance of certification, particularly for those preparing for their exam and/or those seeking live sessions offering MOC Part 2 SA-CME credits. Program Objectives Upon completion of this live activity, attendees should be able to do the following: • Describe and implement the latest radiation therapy treatment recommendations for clinical scenarios commonly encountered in clinical practice. • Discuss the biologic principles and rationale for combining radiation and modulators of the immune system. • Explain the role of radiation in palliative oncology.

North American Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (NASPAG) 33rd Annual Clinical & Research Meeting (ACRM) is organized by North American Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (NASPAG) and will be held from Apr 11 - 13, 2019 at New Orleans Marriott, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America. Target Audience: ​This conference is intended for primary care physicians, specialists, nursing and allied health professionals, and physicians in training whose practices include pediatric and adolescent female patients and/or whose practices include the gynecologic care of pediatric and adolescent patients. Overview: The 33rd Annual Clinical & Research Meeting (ACRM) of the North American Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology (NASPAG) will consist of keynote sessions and concurrent presentations addressing critical issues in pediatric and adolescent gynecology, surgery, endocrinology and sexuality. The faculty and participants will interact in a variety of formats, including formal and informal group discussions, oral and poster sessions including video abstracts, and lively debates in order to disseminate the latest information concerning pediatric and adolescent female patients. Conference Objectives: At the conclusion of the meeting, attendees should be better able to: • Demonstrate understanding of the clinical presentation and medical management of common reproductive endocrinopathies affecting the female pediatric and adolescent population. • Describe the medical and surgical management of genitourinary and reproductive tract conditions affecting the pediatric and adolescent patient and demonstrate understanding of procedural and imaging techniques utilized in the gynecologic care of this population. • Understand the effects of chronic medical conditions on reproductive function and describe the effect of social determinants of health on reproductive function and quality of life. • Incorporate Quality Improvement and Research into the clinical care of pediatric and adolescent patients to more expediently improve clinical outcomes. • Develop approaches to implementation and management of contraceptive methods in patients with complex medical conditions. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.