Upcoming Medical Conferences in Oklahoma City

2019 Southwest Rheumatology Forum (SWRF) is organized by Rheumatology Nurses Society (RNS) and will be held from Oct 04 - 05, 2019 at Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America. Accreditation Earn up to 10.5 CNE contact hours and 10.5 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Description This event is a two day evidence-based accredited continuing education and networking experience that will enhance your skills to practice in the specialty of rheumatology and explain the impact an entire healthcare team provides to the patient. No matter if you are a new or more experienced healthcare provider, all attendees will leave having learned to: • Identify and apply the clinical essentials of rheumatology practice • Provide accurate and current information for patient education • Evaluate pharmacological therapies in the treatment and management in rheumatic diseases Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Mental Health First Aid Youth is organized by Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) and will be held on Oct 29, 2019 at Training Institute, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America.  Credit(s) Earned: 8 CEU Conference Description: Mental Health First Aid USA is proud to announce a new curriculum focused on helping youth (ages 12-18) who may be experiencing a mental health challenge or in a crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is a public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and most importantly – teaches individuals how to help a youth in crisis or experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Mental Health First Aid uses roleplaying and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis; select interventions and provide initial help; and connect young people to professional, peer, social, and self-help care. Continuing Ed information: Psychologists, Social Workers, P-RSS, Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marital & Family Therapists, Case Management, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors and CLEET. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.  

Therapeutic Options Train the Trainer Recertification Course is organized by Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) and will be held on Nov 04, 2019 at Training Institute, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America.  Credit(s) Earned: 6 CEU Description: Therapeutic Options is a comprehensive and sensible approach to reducing violence and the use of restraint and seclusion in behavioral health care, health care, rehabilitation and educational settings.  The program provides the tools to keep people safe while maintaining their commitment to positive approaches in serving individuals whose behavior sometimes poses danger to themselves or others. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Addiction Severity Index, American Society of Addiction Medicine PPC, and Oklahoma Determination of ASAM Service Level Training is organized by Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) and will be held from Nov 12 - 14, 2019 at ODMHSAS Training Institute, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America. Credit(s) Earned: 19 CEU Description: This competency-based workshop will consist of the 3-day ASI/ASAM/ODASL workshop. The 3-day training will provide workers with the knowledge, skills, and support materials required to administer the ASI, ASAM and ODASL correctly in their clinical settings. It is highly recommended that all participants observe a minimum of two ASI and ASAM/ODASL interviews prior to the 3-day training. The class will also include homework on the first evening of class. The ASI is a structured clinical interview that has clinical, program evaluation, and research applications. This workshop will explain the underlying principles of the ASAM Criteria; update participants in new developments with the ASAM Criteria and learn how to apply the ASAM Criteria in individualized treatment and care management. This workshop will enable participants to begin to implement the ASAM Criteria and through careful assessment, tailored services planning, and broadening services provide a more flexible continuum of care. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Mental Health First Aid Youth is organized by Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) and will be held on Nov 21, 2019 at ODMHSAS Training Institute, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America. Credit(s) Earned: 8 CEU Description: Mental Health First Aid USA is proud to announce a new curriculum focused on helping youth (ages 12-18) who may be experiencing a mental health challenge or in a crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is a public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and most importantly – teaches individuals how to help a youth in crisis or experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Mental Health First Aid uses roleplaying and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis; select interventions and provide initial help; and connect young people to professional, peer, social, and self-help care. Continuing Ed information: Psychologists, Social Workers, P-RSS, Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marital & Family Therapists, Case Management, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors and CLEET. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Wound Certification Preparation Course (WCPC) is organized by Healthcare Made Practical (HMP) Communications LLC and will be held from Dec 07 - 08, 2019 at Embassy Suites by Hilton Oklahoma City Downtown Medical Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America. Who Should Attend?: The Wound Certification Prep Course is a multidisciplinary course designed for the entire community of wound care professionals.  • Physicians • Physician Assistants • Podiatrists • Advanced Practice Nurses • Nurse Practitioners • Directors of Nursing • Assistant Directors of Nursing • Licensed Practical Nurses • Licensed Vocational Nurses • Nursing Assistants • Clinical Nurse Specialists • Physical Therapists • Healthcare, Sales, and Marketing Professionals Accreditation: Physicians: NACCME designates this live activity for a maximum of 17.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physician Assistants: NACCME has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with the AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 17 AAPA Category 1 credit(s). Nurses: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 13255 for 17.0 contact hours. Dieticians: North American Center for Continuing Medical Education, LLC (NACCME) is a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Accredited Provider with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). CDR-credentialed Practitioners will receive 17 Continuing Professional Education units (CPEUs) for completion of this activity/material.  Physical Therapists: California Medical Sciences Foundation: This course has been approved by the Medical Sciences Foundation for 17 continuing education hours. New Jersey Board of Physical Therapy Examiners: This course has been approved by the New Jersey State Board Physical Therapy Examiners for 17 continuing education credits for PTs and PTAs.  Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners: NACCME has submitted an application for approval to the MBPTE and is pending approval for 17 credit hours. New York State Board for Physical Therapy: NACCME has submitted an application for approval to the New York State Board for Physical Therapy and is pending approval for 17 credit hours. Nevada State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners: NACCME has submitted an application for approval to the NSBPT and is pending approval for 17 credit hours. North Carolina Physical Therapy Association: This activity is approved by the NCBPTE by virtue of approval by North American Center for Continuing Medical Education for a maximum of 17 hours.  Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision: NACCME has submitted an application for approval to the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision and is pending approval for 17 credit hours. Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy: NACCME has submitted an application for approval to the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy and is pending approval for 17 credit hours. Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners: This activity has been approved by the Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 17.00 CCUs for PTs and PTAs. Podiatrists: North American Center for Continuing Medical Education, LLC (NACCME) is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. NACCME has approved this activity for a maximum of 17 continuing education contact hours. Description: The intensive, two-day event: • Covers the essentials to get wound care-certified • Improves your chances of passing the CWCA®, CWS®, or CWSP® board certification exams • Taught by an interdisciplinary panel of ABWM Certified Wound Specialists • Only course recommended by the ABWM Foundation • Convenient format • Cost-efficient (separate exam fee, exam is optional) Learning Objectives: After completing this activity, participants should be able to: • Outline the etiology of chronic wounds and extrinsic factors that contribute to and affect wound healing outcomes. • Describe the phases of wound healing and the associated microenvironment, cellular components and their functions in wound healing. • Identify the anatomy of the skin and other important structures. • Assess research and evidence related to wound management. • Describe specific diagnostic tests, examination tests, lab tests and measures related to wound assessment and management. • Identify the components of wound assessment and documentation. • Identify methods for recognizing soft tissue and bone infections, bioburden management and treatment of local and systemic infections. • Discuss nutritional factors and the underlying deficiencies that impact wound healing. • Relate the psychosocial and cognitive aspects to patient outcomes in wound repair. • Describe specific treatment interventions for chronic wounds including debridement, topical therapies, and biophysical agents Additional Information: SAVE $150 Off WCPC with code: EVVNT150* IN 3 DAYS: COURSE EXAM = CERTIFICATION Wound Certification Prep Course (WCPC), in conjunction with the American Board of Wound Management (ABWM), the certifying body that offers the Certified Wound Care Associate® (CWCA®), Certified Wound Specialist® (CWS®), and Certified Wound Specialist Physician® (CWSP®) certifications, offers a convenient way to become certified in wound care. In Oklahoma City, OK, you can take the 2-day Wound Certification Prep Course on December 7-8 and on the third day, December 9**, sit for one of the CWCA® or CWS® or CWSP® wound care certification exams. *Discount applies to new registrations only and cannot be combined with any other discount. **You must submit your completed exam application, separate payment, reference letters and all documentation to ABWM by November 15, in order to schedule your certification exam after the WCPC course in Oklahoma City. Note there is limited availability so please submit your completed application as soon as possible. Speakers: Carolyn Cuttino, BSN, RN, CWCN, CWS, Greg Patterson, MD, FACS, DABS, CWS, Lee C. Ruotsi, MD, ABWMS, CWS-P, UHM, Pamela Scarborough, PT, DPT, MS, CWS, CEEAA, Dot Weir, RN, CWON, CWS, Hollie Mangrum, PT, DPT, CWS Time: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm

Neuroscience for Clinicians: Brain Change for Stress, Anxiety, Trauma, Moods and Substance Abuse is organized by PESI HealthCare and will be held on Dec 11, 2019 at Embassy Suites by Hilton Oklahoma City Will Rogers Airport, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America. This CE Course has been approved for a maximum of 6.3 contact hours. Target Audience: • Counselors • Psychotherapists • Psychologists • Social Workers • Addiction Counselors • Marriage & Family Therapists • Case Managers • Occupational Therapists • Occupational Therapy Assistants • Therapists • Nurses • Other Mental Health Professionals Course Description: Neuroscience has given us incredible insights into the workings of the brain and its connection to our mental health. Recent research reveals that neuroplasticity takes place all through life, so you can offer hope for real change no matter how long your client has suffered. This seminar will connect complicated science with your clinical practice, and transform how you view and work with traumatized, stressed, addicted, anxious and depressed clients.  Discover how and where neuroplasticity occurs, and ways to use it therapeutically. Participate in enjoyable learning experiences that provide you with the clear principles and background you need for utilizing neuroscience in your work. Draw on multiple modalities to overcome resistance, activate creative responses, and turn problems into potentials. Add new dimensions to each therapy session and initiate change using top-down, bottom-up, and horizontal methods that can be creatively individualized. Course Objectives: • Communicate how an understanding of neuroscientific research and neurological processes can help mental health professionals improve clinical outcomes. • Establish the interrelationship of depression and anxiety and communicate how this information can be used in relation to treatment planning. • Employ psychoeducation techniques that improve engagement in therapy by making neuroscience and neurobiology understandable for clients. • Analyze how neural pathways regulating stress and reward are related to mental health disorders, and connect this information to your utilization of therapeutic interventions to reduce stress and manage addiction. • Evaluate the relationship between memory malleability and trauma and communicate how this information can be utilized therapeutically to help clients cope with traumatic memories. • Investigate how mindfulness and meditation impact the nervous system and articulate how mindfulness interventions can be used in your treatment plans for depression.

The Introductory Point of Care Ultrasound Course is organized by 3rd Rock Ultrasound and will be held from Feb 08 - 09, 2020 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Oklahoma State Urological Association (OSUA) 2020 Annual Meeting is organized by WJ Weiser and Associates Inc and will be held from Mar 06 - 07, 2020 at The Skirvin Hilton Oklahoma City, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Oklahoma Osteopathic Association (OOA) 120th Annual Convention is organized by Oklahoma Osteopathic Association (OOA) and will be held from Apr 23 - 26, 2020 at Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.