Upcoming Medical Conferences in Albuquerque

Oppositional, Defiant & Disruptive Children and Adolescents: Non-medication Approaches to the Most Challenging Behaviors is organized by PESI HealthCare and will be held on Jan 30, 2020 at Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque Hotel & Spa, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America. This course has been approved for a maximum of 6.3 contact hours / 0.6 CEUs. Target Audience: • Counselors • Social Workers • Psychologists • Marriage and Family Therapists • Speech-Language Pathologists • Teachers • School Guidance Counselors • Case Managers • Nurses • School Administrators • Educational Paraprofessionals • Occupational Therapists • Occupational Therapy Assistants • Other Helping Professionals who Work with Children Course Description: Children and adolescents with ODD, ADHD, Asperger’s, anxiety, mood and disruptive disorders provide constant clinical and parenting challenges. Attend this seminar and learn new, effective non-medication strategies for your client’s most challenging behaviors including: • Tantrums • Running out/away • Noncompliance • Nagging • Refusing to work/help • Yelling/screaming • Bullying • Panic/anxiety reactions • Lack of follow through • Not following directions You will walk away with immediate strategies for out-of-control behaviors and techniques for emotional regulation along with long-term treatment strategies to help kids at home and school. Dr. Margery J. Shupe is a clinical expert and has worked with the most challenging kids both in clinical and school settings. Through the use of case studies and action-oriented handouts, you will leave this seminar with solutions to turn your most challenging kids around. Objectives: • Utilize clinical strategies to reduce the frequency, duration and severity of behavioral episodes that challenge therapists, educators, professionals and parents. • Implement both proactive and reactive strategies for oppositional, defiant and disruptive behavior in children and youth. • Discriminate between the clinical presentation of behavioral episodes and psychiatric symptoms to inform treatment. • Communicate how a skilled observation of behavior informs your treatment approach. • Develop clinical skills for establishing a therapeutic rapport to overcome treatment resistance in children and adolescents. • Effectively develop a behavior intervention plan and safety plan across all settings including home and school.

New Mexico Mental Health & The Law - 2020 is organized by PESI HealthCare and will be held on Feb 07, 2020 at Sheraton Albuquerque Airport Hotel, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 6.0 contact hours / 6.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ / 6.0 clock hours of continuing education instruction.  Target Audience: • Psychologists • Social Workers • Marriage and Family Therapists • Counselors • Risk Managers • Addiction Professionals • Case Managers • Nurses Course Description: As a mental health professional, you not only deal with critical clinical matters with your clients – you must also stay up-to-date on seemingly ever-changing laws and procedures. Keeping up-to-date is essential in order to protect your clients and yourself. At this comprehensive one-day seminar you will gain an understanding of confidentiality, risk management, recent legislation and trends in mental health law in New Mexico, guardianship, commitment, practical legal options-and more, that will help you stay on top of issues that arise in everyday clinical situations. Objectives: • Summarize the legal considerations when opening and maintaining a mental health practice. • Explain the potential role of mental health professionals in legal proceedings related to client care. • Identify client confidentiality issues and when clinicians are obligated to disclose protected health information. • Navigate the legal and ethical issues related to security and privacy in a clinical setting. • Determine how to legally and ethically handle situations relating to child abuse and elder abuse. • Explain the legal and ethical issues that arise when using distance therapy in a clinical setting. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

New Mexico Academy of Family Physicians (NMAFP) 38th Annual Winter Refresher Course is organized by New Mexico Academy of Family Physicians (NMAFP) and will be held on Feb 08, 2020 at Sandia Resort & Casino, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America. This program has been approved for a maximum of 7 Prescribed Credits by the AAFP.  Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Self-Regulation in Children: Keeping the Body, Mind and Emotions on Task in Children with Autism, ADHD or Sensory Disorders is organized by PESI HealthCare and will be held on Feb 20, 2020 at Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 6.25 CCUs / 6.0 contact hours or .6 CEUs / 6.25 hours of continuing education credit. Target Audience: • Occupational Therapists • Occupational Therapy Assistants • Educators • Speech-Language Pathologists • Counselors • Psychologists • Social Workers • Marriage & Family Therapists • Physical Therapists • Physical Therapist Assistants. Description: Children with Sensory Processing Disorders, ADHD or autism have much in common. They are challenged with physical problems that affect their ability to focus and can also cause them to be emotionally reactive. Children who have trouble self-regulating throughout the day are missing out on typical childhood experiences in school, on the playground and with their families. They have difficulty making and keeping friends. This workshop looks at the underlying factors of poor self-regulation and how they affect the child. The course emphasizes practical interventions! You will walk away with effective strategies for creating simple but effective programs in clinical, school and home settings: • Sensory therapy techniques • Simple self-management and video modeling programs • Sensory lifestyle programs • First-person stories • Energy regulation techniques • Communication methods • Transition strategies • Behavioral strategies Clinical programs such as Interactive Metronome® (IM), brushing, sensory diets, and MeMoves™ will be discussed, as will timely topics such as medication vs. non-medication for ADHD and new insights from research into biomedical aspects of autism. You will receive written handouts and a list of resources. Objectives: • Differentiate between symptoms of sensory modulation disorder, ADHD and autism to determine appropriate self-regulation interventions. • Modify clinical treatments for Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) to be utilized in school or home settings. • Design a sensory lifestyle program using readily-found items to improve self-regulation skills in your young clients. • Incorporate elements of first-person stories and transitional activities into your SPD intervention plan. • Recommend cognitive strategies to address symptoms of ADHD, including hyperactivity and impulsivity. • Implement role plays and video modeling interventions to target appropriate self-management skills.

New Mexico Nurse Practitioner Council (NMNPC) 2020 Spring Conference is organized by New Mexico Nurse Practitioner Council (NMNPC) and will be held from Apr 23 - 25, 2020 at  Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America.  Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

 Innovative Stroke and Neurological Rehab Treatment Approaches is organized by Motivations Inc. and will be held on May 02, 2020 at Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America. Target Audience: Physical and Occupational Therapists and Assistants  CEU Credits: This is an 8-hour lecture/discussion course equivalent to 0.8 CEUs. Course Summary: This course will focus on providing therapists with various treatment ideas to improve function for patients with CVA, TBI, and other neurological deficits. The latest research and evidence will be highlighted emphasizing the importance of neuroplasticity and motor learning, including the specifics of how to integrate the research into the realities of practice. The presentation includes the use of updated digital video to practice movement analysis and demonstrate the impact of different interventions. Using attendees’ case examples, common impairments causing functional limitations will be identified and various treatment options will be discussed considering the level of the patient and clinic setting. In addition, options for improving the function of patients with Pusher Syndrome will be reviewed. Upon completion of this course, therapists will have learned an evidence-based approach for choosing treatment strategies while improving their clinical reasoning skills working with this patient population.  Objectives: • Explain at least 2 theories of neuroplasticity using the latest research HIGH LEVEL • Indicate at least 3 differences between normal and compensatory treatments in a patient with a neurological deficit • Explain the role of impairments, functional limitations, and participation restrictions in treating the neurological patient • Develop at least 3 appropriate treatment techniques to improve functional tasks for the neurological patient in supine, sitting, and/or standing HIGH LEVEL • Identify at least 2 common causes of shoulder pain in the client with a neurological deficit • Identify at least 2 treatment techniques to facilitate shoulder function in the client with a neurological deficit • Compare and contrast 3 common gait deviations resulting from lower extremity tonicity and appropriate treatments for each.  • Identify at least 2 common problems with patients with pusher syndrome and how to best adjust the environment for treatment.

9th Annual Conference of the International Society of Forensic Radiology and Imaging (ISFRI 2020) and the 15th Anniversary Meeting of the International Association of Forensic Radiographers is organized by UNM School of Medicine, Continuing Medical Education & Professional Development (CME/CPD) and will be held from May 14 - 16, 2020 at Hyatt Regency Albuquerque, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America.  Description: The meeting will be on the use of imaging in the Investigation of Traumatic Injuries and Forensic Anthropology. Besides these topics, submissions from all fields of forensic imaging are welcome, including case reports. In addition to the scientific program, there will also be social and entertainment programs to introduce you to our Southwestern lifestyle. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available

2020 ASRT Educational Symposium and Annual Governance and House of Delegates Meeting is organized by American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and will be held from Jun 24 - 28, 2020 at Albuquerque Convention Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America. Description: • ASRT Educational Symposium - Wednesday and Thursday, June 24-25 Earn up to 12 continuing education credits at this two-day educational conference for radiologic science professionals and students. Attend courses that cover computed tomography, management, mammography, general interest and topics relevant to students. • ASRT Annual Governance and House of Delegates Meeting - Friday through Sunday, June 26-28 The ASRT House of Delegates meets annually to debate and vote on motions and proposed changes to the ASRT Bylaws and to adopt clinical practice and educational standards. During the meeting, delegates represent their affiliates or chapters and take action on issues that effect professional practice. Symposium attendees can attend for free, but must register. • ASRT Expo - Thursday and Friday, June 25-26 Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Myokinematic Restoration is organized by Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) and will be held from Oct 17 - 18, 2020 at Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America. Target Audience: • Physical Therapists and PT Assistants • Occupational Therapists and OT Assistants • Athletic Trainers • Strength & Conditioning Coaches • Personal Trainers • Massage Therapists • Other Healthcare and Fitness Professionals • Accessible Learning Environments. Accrediation: A Certificate of Completion for 15 contact hours is awarded to attendees upon the successful completion of this course. Before attending a course, please verify CEU acceptance with your profession’s regulating body. Physical Therapists and PT Assistants: In the states where PRI is sponsoring courses and where approval through state American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) or licensing agencies is required, PRI will apply for approval for CEUs for Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants. • Approved by the Arizona Board of Physical Therapy for Category A credit via approval of other state PT associations. • Approved by the Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 1.5 CEUs. Approval valid January 1, 2017 – January 1, 2021. • Approved by the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions. Approval valid February 18, 2019– February 17, 2022. • Approved by the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners via approval of other states. • Automatically approved by the Office of Professional Regulation for Vermont Physical Therapists by approval of other State Chapters of APTA. • Approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Association for 15 CE Hours. Approval valid January 1, 2019-January 1, 2020. Course Approval #205-7353. • Approved by the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy for Category 1 continuing education credit for 15 hours. Course approval #1747. Approval valid January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019. • Approved by the California Physical Therapy Association for 1.5 CEUs. CPTA #17-430. Approval valid November 17, 2018 - November 17, 2019.*Approval valid only for courses offered in the state of California. If you attend this course outside the state of California, you will need to submit an individual CEU approval application with the CPTA. • Approved by the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association for 15 contact hours. WPTA Course #16663. Approval valid January 14, 2017 - January 13, 2018. Approved by the New Mexico Board of Physical Therapy for 1.5 CEUs. Approval valid November 20, 2017 - November 20, 2019. • Approved by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy for 15 hours. Date of Approval 6/21/18. Approval does not expire, provided the course does not change. • Approved by the Oklahoma Board of Physical Therapy for 15 hours Category A credit. Course #201911103. Approved for 2018-2019 reporting period. • Approved by the Wisconsin Physical Therapy Association for 15 contact hours. WPTA Approval #17377. Approval valid February 9, 2019 - February 9, 2020. • Approved by the Nevada Physical Therapy Board for 1.5 clinical CE Units. Approval valid December 17, 2018 - July 31, 2020. • Approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 15 CCUs for PTs and PTAs. Approval #65190TX. Approval valid April 27, 2019 - April 27, 2021. • Approved by the New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 15 continuing education credits (CE). Course expires January 31, 2020. Board Course Approval #1811-95 • Approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy for 15 CE hourse via other states approval. Approval #PTCE014057. Approval valid January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020. Chiropractors: In the states where PRI is sponsoring courses and where approval through state licensing agencies is required, PRI will look into applying for CEUs for Chiropractors (upon request). Requests must be made at least 90 days prior to the course date. • Approved by the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners for all 2019 courses. 10.25 Hours of Category B - Physiotherapy, CA-A-19-01-12082. Approved by the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners for all 2019 courses. 4.75 Hours of Category B – Diagnostic Testing, CA-A-19-01-12081. • Approved by the Minnesota Board of Chiropractic Examiners for 15 regular units of instruction for 2019 course dates. • Approved by the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions. Approval valid February 18, 2019– February 17, 2022. Occupational Therapists and OT Assistants: • The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) recognizes PRI as an Approved Provider of continuing education. AOTA Provider #6596. Please note that the assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. This course awards 1.5 AOTA CEUs/15 Contact Hours. Athletic Trainers & Athletic Therapists: • Postural Restoration Institute (BOC AP# P2376) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Certified Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for a maximum of 15 EBP Category hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program. • This course is approved by the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA) for 6 CEU's. Approval valid December 4, 2017 - December 4, 2019. Strength and Conditioning Coaches: This course is approved by the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa) for 7.5 CEU's. Course Description: This advanced lecture and lab course explores the biomechanics of contralateral and ipsilateral myokinematic lumbo-pelvic-femoral dysfunction. Treatment emphasizes the restoration of pelvic-femoral alignment and recruitment of specific rotational muscles to reduce synergistic predictable patterns of pathomechanic asymmetry. Emphasis will be placed on restoration, recruitment, and retraining activities using internal and external rotators of the femur, pelvis, and lower trunk. Guidance will be provided on how to inhibit overactive musculature. This will enable the course participant to restore normal resting muscle position. Participants will be able to immediately apply PRI clinical assessment and management skills when treating diagnoses such as piriformis syndrome, ilio-sacral joint dysfunction, and low back strain. Objectives: • Outline biomechanical principles of lower half musculoskeletal dysfunction as they relate to rotational patterns of the femur, pelvis, and lumbar spine, as well as occupational influence. • Describe how musculoskeletal dysfunction relates to articular chain asymmetry and patterns of synergistic compensatory activity. • Recognize how to apply examination and assessment skills to neuromuscular dyssynchrony and postural asymmetries that affect stability and function of the lower half. • Identify how to restore synchronous activity across the lumbo-pelvic-femoral complex and improve neuromuscular motor control of the muscles that stabilize these joints. • Outline how to design an interventional plan that includes various activities of daily living positions to decrease asymmetrical musculoskeletal demands.

Mobilization of the Cervical and Thoracic Spine and Ribs is organized by Great Lakes Seminars (GLS) and will be held from Nov 07 - 08, 2020 at Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America.  Accreditation: This course has been submitted for 16 continuing education hours. Approval amounts may vary per state. Certificates of attendance with the number of course hours will be given to each participant at the completion of the course. Course Description: ​This class focuses on taking an area of the body – the neck, upper back and ribs - and simplifying it so that the therapist feels comfortable treating it. Treatment approaches include Muscle Energy Technique (MET) and direct articulations to the thoracic spine and ribs. The class is evidence based and every technique is repeated multiple times throughout the class so each participant has the chance to learn them well. When you leave this class you will walk away with a comprehensive and strong foundation for treatment of the neck, upper back and ribs. As with all of our manual therapy courses, this seminar will follow a progression of principles and reinforce them throughout the 16 hours, is at least 75% hands-on lab, and will give the clinician hands-on skills they use immediately upon their return to the clinical setting.  Course Objectives: At the completion of this seminar, the participant will be able to: • Correctly describe the normal and abnormal biomechanics of the vertebrae in the Upper Cervical spine (OA, AA), Lower ervical Spine (C2-7), Thoracic spine (T1-I2) and ribs. • Confidently describe 5 specific spinal and rib anatomical structures. • Correctly describe the neurophysiological mechanism behind muscle energy technique (MET) • Correctly and confidently identify 3 key components necessary to administer proper MET. • Correctly and confidently administer 5 cervical spine METs, 5 thoracic spine METs, 4 thoracic spine mobilizations (Grade II-IV), 3 thoracic spine manipulations (Grade V), 1 Cervical Thoracic distraction mobilization/manipulation, 3 Rib METs, and 2 Rib mobilization/manipulations. • Through the discussion of relevant evidence based research, support the use of METs/Mobilization/Manipulations to the Cervical and Thoracic spine and Ribs for specific diagnoses. • Through the use of 3 varying case studies, correctly demonstrate a systematic approach for the treatment progression through the cervical and thoracic spine and rib complex. • Properly locate the correct bony landmarks (I.e. Thoracic and Cervical Transverse Process, Rib angle). • Demonstrate the appropriate force direction for 5 specific MET/Mobilization/Manipulations. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.