Upcoming Medical Conferences in Omaha

Developmental Neurobiology Course is organized by International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and will be held from Mar 02 - 03, 2019 at Downtown Chiropractic Health Center, Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 12 hours of continuing education credits. Course Description: From infancy throughout childhood, understanding and evaluating the pediatric nervous system is both challenging and rewarding. This module will focus on the important physiological intersections that impact spinal health, quality of life, and the attainment of milestones. Attendees will be exposed to current and contemporary neurological principles addressing the sensory, motor and cognitive systems as well as tone of the autonomic nervous system. Techniques of examination and assessment will be demonstrated throughout the module. Course Goals: This course will provide attendees with a functional and working understanding of the developing nervous system in order to better apply, interpret and organize their clinical procedures and applications to the patients seen in daily practice. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Vestibular Rehabilitation Evaluation and Treatment of Dizziness and Balance - Session 2 is organized by Education Resources, Inc. (ERI) and will be held from Mar 16 - 17, 2019 at CHI Health - Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is designed for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapy Assistants and Audiologists. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 14 contact hours (1.4 CEUs). Course Description: This evidence-based course will train clinicians in the practical management of vestibular disorders. The course will include instruction in anatomy and physiology, medical management, pathology, detailed bedside examination and treatment skills. The material will be presented in a lecture, lab and video case study format. Competence in the performance of a comprehensive office / bedside examination and treatment skills will be addressed in a lab format. The seminar is intended to enhance the clinicians ability to evaluate the appropriateness and effectiveness of VRT for vestibular disorders. Practical application of VRT to a variety of practice settings (outpatient, acute care, SNF, ER) will be discussed. An emphasis will be placed on the management of BPPV variants and vestibular hypofunction. Course Objectives: Perform a detailed bedside vestibular and balance examination Based on patient history and bedside examination, identify the specific features of: • Peripheral vestibular disorders • Central vestibular disorders • Non-vestibular dizziness Recognize typical characteristics of peripheral vestibular vs. central-etiology nystagmus Identify appropriate standardized assessment tools for use in vestibular rehabilitation Prescribe rehabilitation programs to address adaptation and compensation for vestibular dysfunction Identify specific variants of BPPV and perform appropriate canalith repositioning maneuvers Identify indications for further diagnostic testing / medical referral.

Elements of Care at the End of Life Course is organized by CHI Health and will be held on Mar 21, 2019 at CHI Health Immanuel Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Dieticians, PT, OT, SLP, LMHP, social workers, chaplains and other interested healthcare professionals. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 6.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. CME : AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ - 6.75 ANCC - 6.75 and CDR - 3.50 Conference Description : The purpose of this activity is to enable the learner to incorporate end-of-life practices into patient care and identify available resources. Conference Objectives are : • Employ appropriate communication skills when talking about end-of-life care with patients and their families. • Recognize the role of Palliative Care teams and pain and symptom management practices in end of-life care. • Identify beneficial approaches to addressing nutrition and hydration needs at the end of life. • Understand the role of hospice and the value of hospice in end-of-life care. • Describe compassionate extubation from a patient, family and care provider perspective. • Explore the psychological aspects of end-of-life care. • Identify the ethical dimensions of end-of-life care. • Practice end-of-life care with sensitivity to cultural needs of diverse populations. • Explore the spiritual dimensions of end-of-life care. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Botulinum Toxins & Dermal Fillers & Frontline TMJ & Orofacial Pain is organized by American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE) and will be held from Mar 22 - 23, 2019 at Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is any dentists, physicians, osteopaths, acupuncturists, chiropractors, nurses, physicians assistants, and nurse practitioners and any other medical or dental professionals. Accreditation Information :  • You will receive 10 CE participation hours each for these successfully completed live patient courses - Botulinum Toxin Training, Dermal Filler Training, and Frontline TMJ/Orofacial Pain Training. • The American Academy of Facial Esthetics designates this activity for 8 continuing education credits. Botox & Dermal Fillers Level 1 Course Objectives are :  • Patient assessment and consultation for botulinum toxin (Botox, Xeomin, Dysport) and dermal fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Belotero). • 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. Frontline TMJ and Facial Pain Course Objectives are :  • 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! • 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. • Trigger point injections - learn how to precisely identify and inject trigger points for instant and  long term  pain relief. • 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. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam Review and Advanced Practice Update - 2019 is organized by Fitzgerald Health Education Associates (FHEA) and will be held from Mar 29 - 30, 2019 at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Omaha Downtown, Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 32.10 Contact hours. More than 110,000 NPs have prepared for certification and practice with the Fitzgerald Review-the best NP review & value on the market! COMPREHENSIVE—All formats include: • Preparation for both AANP and ANCC AGPCNP exams • More accredited contact hours than any other course • Expanded content meets the latest changes to the exam blueprints and domains • 150-question practice exam included with each course • Comprehensive 4-color printed reference/workbook with dozens of tables, included with all formats (Online, Live, MP3) • Extensive online resources • Final review of hundreds of course questions PLUS bonus questions • Hundreds of clinical high-resolution color images   CURRENT—Annual revisions reflect changes in: • Exam content • Clinical guidelines • Evidence-based practice • NP professional issues Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Family Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam Review and Advanced Practice Update - 2019 is organized by Fitzgerald Health Education Associates (FHEA) and will be held from Mar 29 - 31, 2019 at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Omaha Downtown, Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 35.50 Contact hours. More than 110,000 NPs have prepared for certification and practice with the Fitzgerald Review—the best NP review & value on the market! Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Foundations in Healthcare Ethics and Looking Through Our Lenses is organized by CHI Health and will be held from Apr 10, 2019 at CHI Health Immanuel Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America, The target audience for this medical event is Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists, Dieticians, PTs, OTs, SLPs, LMHPs, Social Workers, Chaplains and other interested healthcare professionals. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 6.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Conference Description : Provide a foundational understanding of healthcare ethics and the application of tools for ethical deliberation. Conference Objectives are : • Explore the Mission foundation, religious traditions and faith teaching of Catholic Health Care organizations as they relate to the health care ethics. • Recognize the various ethics lens perspectives and how they impact ethics deliberation. • Apply bioethics frameworks and the ethics deliberation practices within the health care setting. • Describe the ethical dimensions of relationship-centered care. • Discuss complex healthcare ethics dilemmas across the life-span. • Practice ethical deliberation skills. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The Ultimate Hands-On Wound Care Clinical Lab is organized by PESI HealthCare and will be held on Apr 11, 2019 at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Omaha Downtown, Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America. 6.3 contact hours. Target Audience: • Nurses • Nurse Practitioners • Nurse Educators • Physician Assistants • Physical Therapists • Physical Therapist Assistants • Nursing Home Administrators • Occupational Therapists • Occupational Therapy Assistants Course Description: In healthcare facilities across the country, billions of dollars are being spent annually on the treatment of skin care and wound management. You are on the front lines of providing care to patients with a variety of skin and wound conditions, and play a critical role in patient outcomes and your facility's reimbursement for services. There is no better way to learn all of the skills you need to provide state-of-the-art care for your patients than through Hands-On Clinical Labs. Attend this highly interactive seminar and learn wound care assessment skills by DOING!  Through the use of wound care teaching models, wound care expert, Kim Saunders, will teach you proper wound assessment techniques. The Hands-On Clinical Lab will add a live, hands-on component to learning that will enhance your retention of skills and techniques covered. Practice identification, measurement and the applications of various products on life-like wound care models. These models provide a life-like simulation to allow for improved assessment of a wide variety of commonly-seen wound care presentations, including all stages of pressure ulcers, tissue types, undermining, tunneling, fissure and surgical dehiscence.  Objectives: • Distinguish at least 6 tissue types found in chronic wounds. • Identify and differentiate at least 4 wound etiologies. • Compare and contrast 6 terms used to document peri-wound status. • Demonstrate accurate measurement and documentation of wounds, tunneling and undermining, according to the clock method, using a wound teaching model. • Identify and categorize at least 7 dressing types, including the indications for use, precautions and contraindications. • Develop an appropriate dressing/ treatment protocol for a wound, based upon exudate, wound status, and products discussed. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available. 

The Real Beauty of Composite Resins: Esthetic, Durable, Profitable is organized by Ultradent Products, Inc. and will be held on Apr 12, 2019 at Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Dentist and Team Members. This CE Conference has been approved for a maximum of 7 CE Credits. Conference Objectives: • Improve your cases by integrating bleaching, tissue management, and gingival sculpting • Learn new concepts for placement of anterior and posterior composite resin restorations • Add time saving techniques that also reduce stress, increase profitability, and improve predictability • Expand your knowledge on how to avoid post operative sensitivity Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Eval & Adjusting Protocols: Correcting Spinal & Cranial is organized by International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and will be held from Apr 13 - 14, 2019 at Downtown Chiropractic Health Center, Omaha, Nebraska, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 12 hours of continuing education credits. Course Description:  Expand your effectiveness and capabilities with your pediatric patients. In this hands-on workshop, you will explore the spinal and cranial adjusting techniques that can be implemented into your current practice paradigm. Examination, assessment and spinal and cranial adjusting for the child are taught using specialized meningeal and structural techniques founded on Sacro Occipital Technique principles.  Course Goals: You will gain an understanding and working knowledge of how to evaluate, locate and correct pediatric primary cranial and spinal subluxation patterns. The course work focuses on ages 0-18 months using neurological indicators and objective evaluation protocols to determine these primary patterns and their corrections. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.