Functional Strength: An Updated Approach to Exercising our Patients is organized by Great Lakes Seminars (GLS) and will be held from Nov 07 - 08, 2020 at Mendelson Kornblum Physical Therapy, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 16 continuing education hours. Course Description: This class will give you the ability to advance your understanding of therapeutic exercise and your ability to create basic to advanced functional exercise programs. You will learn to assess functional weakness and differentiate this from weakness found in manual muscle testing. Finally, apply concepts learned in class to build a program that is customized to your patient. This course will progress from basic fundamentals to advanced, high-level athletic plyometric training. As with all Great Lakes courses, it will be 75-80% hands-on but attendees aren't required to perform all of the exercises shown in the class. Course Objectives: At the completion of this seminar, the participant will be able to: • Given a case study, assess functional weakness in a patient using the four pathological barriers to ideal/optimal movement. • Perform an assessment of a dysfunctional movement pattern and specifically identify 2 primary and 1-2 secondary compensatory movements occurring due to weakness and/or pain. ​• Accurately justify the use of functional strength testing versus manual muscle testing when assessing a patient. • Properly exhibit and/or correctly perform 4 exercises using a functional approach to muscle activity. • Correctly state the rationale for an in-depth functional strength assessment of upper extremity, lower extremity and trunk. • Properly execute an in-depth functional strength assessment of upper extremity, lower extremity and trunk. • Correctly apply force couples, synergies, and muscle slings to the body to address function-specific strength deficits. • Develop and implement a comprehensive functional exercise program, progressing from basic to advanced levels for patients. Topics Covered: • Overview of the principles of functional muscle assessment • Differentiation between muscle action and muscle function • Proper technique for open kinetic chain exercises and closed kinetic chain exercises • Functional Exercises for the upper body • Functional exercises for the lower body • Functional exercise for the trunk/core • Exercises using body weight, therapy ball, resistance bands and foam roller

Advancing Digital Radiology and Diagnosis: From Novice to Beyond is organized by University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry and will be held on Nov 20, 2020 at University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry Dental Clinic, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America. Accreditation:  CEUs: 6.5 The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry designates this activity for 3.5 lecture units and 3 hands-on units of continuing education credit. Course Description: This course will provide the dental practitioner a theoretical review of digital imaging using lectures, cases, and hands-on training in the radiology lab. The principles and techniques of digital imaging will be discussed including identification of exposure and angulation errors. A rubric for radiographic criteria will be provided along with a step-by-step process on how to correct errors and achieve the ideal full mouth series. This course will provide participants the needed strategies in optimal techniques for capturing difficult exposures in digital radiography using phosphor storage plates (PSP). Manikins will be used for exposures during the hands-on practice session in the radiology lab. The second half of the lecture presentation includes instruction on the physical principles, indications and techniques for Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT). The participant will see a variety of cases in 2D and 3D images with interpretation of CBCT images. Correlation of clinical and radiographic interpretation of cases with various pathologies and TMJ disorders of 2D and 3D images are thoroughly examined. Course Objectives: At the completion of the course participants will be able to: • Learn how to operate digital imaging using phosphor storage plates (PSP) • Hone periapical and bitewing techniques • Identify anatomic structures on intraoral radiographs • Understand indications and contraindications for various radiographic projections • Expose, process and mount digital radiographs • Identify errors, explain causes and take corrective action for better radiographs • Understand concepts of 2D and 3D CBCT imaging

Michigan Pharmacists Association (MPA) Annual Convention & Exposition 2021 is organized by Michigan Pharmacists Association (MPA) and will be held from Feb 26 - 28, 2021 at Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America. Target Audience: Programs at the Annual Convention were planned to meet the needs of pharmacists, residents, pharmacy technicians and student pharmacists in a variety of practice settings as well as those in the pharmaceutical industry and academia. Credits: The Annual Convention offers more than 40 continuing pharmacy education (CPE) programs, or approximately 21 hours of live CPE activities, throughout the weekend, including at least one pain program, one law program and one patient safety program each day to fulfill pharmacist and pharmacy technician CPE requirements. Annual Convention Highlights: • The MPA Annual Convention & Exposition provides approximately 40 quality continuing education programs on the latest in pharmacy. • The Exhibit Hall will be open on Friday and Saturday, giving everyone a chance to take a break from attending educational programs. • The MPA 50/50 Raffle is conducted throughout the weekend, with a winning ticket drawn on Sunday. A minimum of $500 is awarded each year! • The Michigan Pharmacy Foundation (MPF) Charity Auction occurs throughout the weekend, too. There are many unique items to choose from such as jewelry, art, vacations and autographed memorabilia. • On Saturday, practice section members, student pharmacists or those who just want to catch up with colleagues all have the opportunity to attend luncheons for those with similar interests. • Local association leaders gather during the weekend for their annual program that provides valuable tools for increasing membership and holding innovative events. • After wrapping up CPE sessions on Saturday, attendees get dressed up and head to the cocktail reception and Annual Banquet & Awards Ceremony. The incoming president is officially sworn in and pharmacy leaders in Michigan are recognized with various awards. • Student pharmacists also have the opportunity to attend the Banquet and network with practicing pharmacists through the MPF Adopt-a-Student program. • CPE sessions continue until 2 p.m. on Sunday and business is conducted during MPA’s House of Delegates Session.

The Basics of Sacroiliac Mobilization is organized by Great Lakes Seminars (GLS) and will be held from Feb 27 - 28, 2021 at Detroit, Michigan, United States of America. Description: The greatest strength of this class is its ability to simplify a seemingly complex region of the body and give the clinician a set of tools to use with confidence on Monday morning. This class is evidence based and demonstrates both theoretically and with specific case examples how the pelvis contributes to low back pain in patients. A unique aspect of this course is how it clarifies often ambiguous treatments with the pelvis; giving both new and seasoned clinicians a more comprehensive way of treating the pelvis. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Botulinum Toxins & Dermal Fillers & Frontline TMJ & Orofacial Pain is organized by American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE) and will be held from Apr 02 - 03, 2021 at Detroit, Michigan, United States of America. Description: Botulinum Toxins & Dermal Fillers Level 1 Course: Botulinum Toxin and Dermal Fillers Live Patient Training Courses for Dental and Medical Professionals, Presented by The American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE). Upon completing registration for this course you will receive email confirmation that will give you access to the Prepare On-Demand Module which includes the lecture, video and didactic portions of this course using the AAFE state of the art online education portal.  The Prepare On-Demand Module must be completed as a prerequisite to taking the Practice Live Patient Module of this training course. The Botulinum Toxin Live Patient training will take place in the morning. The Dermal Filler live patient training will be in the afternoon. Objectives: • Patient assessment and consultation for botulinum toxins and dermal fillers Indications and contraindications for these pharmaceutical agents • In depth instruction in the anatomy, neurophysiology, musculature and circulatory system of the oral and maxillofacial areas • Patient evaluation for the best dental and facial esthetic and therapeutic outcomes • Review of sterile technique as it relates to the use of injectable pharmacologic agents Safety and risk issues for botulinum toxin and dermal fillers injectable therapy • Learn the physiology and pharmacology of oral and maxillo-facial injectable treatment • Integrating botulinum neurotoxin and dermal filler therapy into therapeutic and esthetic treatment plans • Volumizing nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and lifting up the corners of the mouth using anatomical landmarks • Beautiful and subtle lip enhancements by adding volume to establish proper lip and smile lines • Smoothing lip lines and eliminating vertical “smokers” lines • Learn the best treatment techniques including anatomical muscle sites, muscle depths, proper preparation and dilution for the best oral and maxillofacial therapeutic and esthetic outcomes • Botulinium toxin therapeutic treatment for bruxism to relieve TMJ syndrome • How to avoid, manage, and treat possible adverse reactions and complications • Live patient training including comprehensive diagnosis, treatment planning, proper dosing and delivery of botulinum neurotoxin and dermal fillers • Proper fee structures for oral and maxillofacial injectable treatment • All necessary office forms and informed consents needed to begin treating patients immediately • This course is recognized by and will help in securing liability insurance • Observe many model patients during the day • One on one comprehensive mentored instruction as you work hands-on your model patient Frontline TMJ and Facial Pain Therapy Level I Course Objectives: • Identify trigger points immediately in the head, neck, and shoulders with the new skills you will learn in this course. • How to quickly identify and diagnose facial pain patients in your practice – they are everywhere and have been asking you for treatment! • A step by step comprehensive patient examination and evaluation including a one minute maxillofacial neurological exam, a one minute otic exam, and a thorough head and neck muscle examination • Learn why you should not initially spend a dollar on expensive equipment for facial pain diagnosis and treatment • Learn the two most important tools used to diagnose myofascial pain - one is free and the other one will cost you one penny each! • Trigger point therapy is an amazing treatment that will help your patients short term and long term.  Some of your patients will respond immediately to trigger point therapy at the live patient course! • Learn the real secret of the role of occlusion in orofacial pain - don’t suffer from occlusion confusion any more. • Simple, easy ways to quickly identify if facial pain is coming from the TMJ, neuralgia, ear, eyes, or facial muscles • Understand when to use different chemotherapeutics such as sterile saline, lidocaine, and botulinum toxin for differential diagnosis, pain management, and the best short-term and long-term successful therapeutic outcomes • Learn when to treat and when to refer orofacial pain patients • Common sense diagnosis and treatment planning for TMJ syndrome, headaches and orofacial pain patients • Medical insurance reimbursement for the dental/medical practice for myofascial pain patients with a full list of diagnosis and treatment codes to help you get started immediately • Observe many model patients during the day • One on one comprehensive mentored instruction as you work hands-on your model patient

Comprehensive Treatment of the Knee is organized by Great Lakes Seminars (GLS) and will be held from Apr 10 - 11, 2021 at Detroit, Michigan, United States of America. Course Description:​ This class will show you an entirely different way to treat the knee. It focuses on a manual therapy approach to treatment of knee dysfunction, including joint mobilizations, meniscal mobilizations and myofascial / soft tissue releases. Multiple taping techniques are shown for dysfunctions at the patella and the tibio-femoral joints. You will also learn how dysfunctions above and below the knee can cause symptoms at the knee joint itself. It gives a clinician tools to treat knee pain in ways they have never seen before. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

A Hands-On Review of Local Anesthesia Techniques: Helping to Better Manage Your Patients’ Pain is organized by University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry and will be held on May 21, 2021 at University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry Dental Clinic, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America. CEUs: 5 (Lecture and Hands-On/Participation) Description: Have you ever “missed” when administering local anesthesia? Would you like to add an additional injection to your arsenal of techniques? Are you lacking confidence in your ability to effectively administer local anesthesia or has it just been too long since you gave an injection? Through both lecture and hands-on clinical lab, this course is designed as a review of local anesthesia for the practicing dental hygienist. You will review new local anesthetic agents and adjuncts and when they are appropriate to use. This course will review theory of pain control, pharmacology of local anesthetics, and selection of pain control modalities, anatomy, and techniques of both maxillary and mandibular anesthesia including the Variazani-Akinosi technique.onfidence. Participants will review injections on skulls for a “behind the scenes” look. After confidence is reinstated, participants who participate in the hands-on portion of the course will hone their skills while practicing on their patient partners. You will leave this course with a renewed sense of confidence. Objectives: At the completion of the course participants will be able to: • Identify relevant bony landmarks, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels associated with local anesthesia on a model, skull and intraorally on a patient partner • Describe the tissues anesthetized by the most common types of dental injections and the target areas for each • Restore confidence in the ability to administer local anesthesia Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

The Society of Neurological Surgeons (SNS) Annual Meeting 2021 is organized by The Society of Neurological Surgeons (SNS) and will be held from May 22 - 25, 2021 at Henry Ford Health System 1 Ford Place, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.