Upcoming Medical Conferences in Charleston

Cardiology & Pulmonology for Primary Care is organized by Medical Education Resources (MER) and will be held from Aug 23 - 25, 2019 at Francis Marion Hotel, Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America. Accreditation Physician Accreditation Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Credit Designation Medical Education Resources designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. ABIM MOC Recognition Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 12 (part II) MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit. American Academy of Family Physicians This Live activity, Cardiology & Pulmonology for Primary Care, with a beginning date of August 23, 2019 has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 12 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. American Osteopathic Association These programs are approved for 12 hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association. American College of Emergency Physicians This program is approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for a maximum of 12 hours of ACEP Category I credit. Canadian Physicians The College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) has a reciprocal credit agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) for activities which offer Prescribed credit. CFPC members who complete these conferences may claim the equivalent number of MainproM1 credits. American Academy of Physician Assistants AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 12 hours of Category I credit for completing this program. Nursing Accreditation Medical Education Resources is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides 12 contact hours of continuing nursing education. This activity is designated for 4.5 ANCC pharmacotherapeutic contact hours. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certification Board recognizes and accepts continuing education (CE) contact hours from activities approved by AMA, ACCME, ANCC, AANP, AAFP, and AACN. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 12299, for 12 contact hours. Pharmacy Accreditation Medical Education Resources (MER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. MER designates this continuing education activity for 12 contact hours (1.2 CEUs) of the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education.  Target Audience This program is targeted to office-based primary care providers and other health professionals with updates in primary care medicine Learning Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Describe current diagnostic approaches to hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, ACS and CAD • Implement treatment strategies reflective of current evidence-based medicine for hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, ACS and CAD • Identify the pathophysiology and diagnostic approach of asthma, COPD and common respiratory infections • Design treatment strategies reflective of current evidence-based medicine for asthma, COPD and common respiratory infections • Perform a range of pulmonary diagnostics and be better prepared to handle pulmonary nodules and lung cancer Learning Outcome To provide updates in primary care medicine to office-based providers Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Storm Eye Institute Annual Meeting is organized by Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and will be held from Sep 06 - 07, 2019 at MUSC Bioengineering Auditorium, Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.     

S4 - Functional Analysis & Management of Lumbo-Pelvic-Hip Complex is organized by University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) and will be held from Sep 21 - 22, 2019 at Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America. Hours: 16 or 1.6 CEUs (includes 1 online hour) or 2 graduate credits Prerequisite: S1; Intro S4 Webinar is included with S4 Who Attends: Physical Therapists Description: A biomechanical and neurophysiological approach to the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex is presented. Emphasis is placed on the functional relations within this region so as to understand pelvic girdle dysfunction. Research documentation of the anatomical and mechanical roles of the related structures is provided. Topic areas include: functional anatomy, biomechanics of the sacroiliac and pubic joints, muscular and ligament influences, select pathologies, effects of the pregnancy, labor and delivery as well as dysfunction in the form of pathomechanics and pathophysiology. Laboratory experience involves the demonstration and practice of clinical evaluation methods for assessing dysfunction in the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex. The evaluation process approaches the problem from both joint and muscular standpoints. Treatment of pelvic dysfunction is also multi-dimensional and therefore soft tissue and joint mobilization is offered. In addition, time is provided for an introduction to the concepts and application of techniques such as positional release, respiratory assist mobilization and muscle energy. Patient education strategies integrating therapeutic exercise with manual interventions will be presented. Methods for self mobilization and stabilization are demonstrated. Additional suggestions relating to bracing, injection or ADL may also be included in management. Learning Objectives: At the completion of this seminar, the attendee should be able to: • Demonstrate knowledge as well as clinical understanding of the functional anatomy in the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex • Practically relate the biomechanics of the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex to patient evaluation and treatment • Possess knowledge of pelvic dysfunction with respect to altered joint mechanics and abnormal neuromuscular behavior • Identify the potential relationship between pain and dysfunction with consideration of the biomechanical interdependency exhibited within the lumbo-pelvic-hip complex • Be able to treat pelvic girdle dysfunction using various manual therapy strategies such as myofascial release, respiratory assist mobilization, joint mobilization, and neuromuscular therapy (i.e. muscle energy, PNF) • Integrate home instruction strategies with manual intervention to facilitate improvement in pelvic girdle function and assist in pain relief • Be stimulated to pursue additional reading, course work or research in the pelvic girdle system  

2nd Annual Medical Cannabis Conference is organized by Wilderness Medical Society (WMS) and will be held on Sep 27, 2019 at MUSC Drug Discovery Building, Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America. This Conference provide an overview of the most current evidence-based science as it relates to cannabis and how that translates to clinical research, legislation and medical practice. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

HBOT 2019: 13th annual Hyperbaric Medicine Symposium is organized by Hyperbaric Medicine International (HMI) and will be held from Sep 27 - 29, 2019 at Charleston Marriott, Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America. Continuing Medical Education Units: 18 Hours of Continuing Education, Inc. approved CMEs will be available at HBOT 2019 for Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Pharmacists, Psychologists, and Social Workers. And Veterinarians can achieve eight hours of veterinary RACE-approved CMEs. CMEs are available for 14 of the HBOT 2019 speakers' presentations. Description: The HBOT 2019 3-day conference will introduce the very latest science, protocols, case studies, and treatments delivered by experienced and respected speakers from the United States and around the world. The HBOT International Conferences have a long-standing history dating back to the late 1990’s when the late Dr. Richard Neubauer, one of the most eminent pioneers of hyperbaric medicine, embarked on a crusade to better inform healthcare professionals globally.​ Hyperbaric Medicine International has assembled a “dream team” of nationally and internationally prominent medical experts and researchers who are bringing together the real science behind safe and effective solutions that address the disordered physiological processes behind some of the toughest medical challenges we face today such as: • Chronic and Acute Traumatic Brain Injuries (concussions) • Stroke • Cerebral Palsy • Autism • Alzheimer’s and Dementia • Opioid Addiction • Post-Traumatic Stress • Depression • And More Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Dry Needling Part II - 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 Oct 04 - 06, 2019 at Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America. Hours: 25 or 2.5 CEUs Prerequisite: Dry Needling Part I Who Attends: Physical Therapists Description : This 3-day seminar will build upon learning that occurred in Dry Needling I through further exploration and application of dry needling techniques. The seminar will expand upon the foundations of dry needling techniques learned in Intramuscular Dry Needling Part I and is also an intensive, hands-on class. Participants will safely handle needle manipulation and acquire advanced motor skills necessary to perform a skilled physical therapy 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 II is the second seminar of a two-part certification program divided into upper and lower quadrants. Practical observation and testing occur 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: • Apply foundational knowledge learned in Dry Needling I, to further advance technique and clinical application • Defend the neurophysiological effects of dry needling on Myofascial Trigger Points and Myofascial Pain Syndrome, based on case examples • Create a communication plan discussing patient risks, benefits and potential for adverse events of dry needling • Develop a dry needling treatment regimen for the lumbo-pelvic and lower extremity regions based on common patient complaints, current evidence and physical exam findings to support manual therapy and therapeutic exercise • Design a treatment plan combining manual therapy techniques, coupled with dry needling and neuromuscular training to bring about improved outcomes for lumbo-sacral and lower extremity dysfunction • Improve 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 • Further explain the utility of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound for improving dry needling accuracy and the identification of pathological tissues in the knee and foot/ankle

Hands-On Cadaver Course For Bone And Soft Tissue Grafting is organized by Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and will be held from Oct 10 - 12, 2019 at Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine, Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

South Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants (SCAPA) Fall CME Conference is organized by South Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants (SCAPA) and will be held during Oct 13 - 17, 2019 at Charleston Marriott, Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

NYU's Fall Radiology Symposium in Charleston 2019 is organized by NYU Langone Health Department of Radiology and will be held from Oct 21 - 25, 2019 at Belmond Charleston Place, Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America. Target Audience: This course is designed for practicing clinical radiologists in academics or private practice. Accreditation: Credit Designation Statement The NYU School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Self Assesment Modules (SAMs) This program will include 7.5 SAM credits. Pending Approval from the ABR. PART 2 of MOC: Lifelong Learning and Self-assessment At least 75 AMA Category 1 CME credits are required every 3 years. A minimum of 70 percent must be in diagnostic radiology or related areas, with the remaining 30 percent either in clinically related areas or in relevant topics such as risk assessment, ethics, statistics, the processes of continuous quality improvement, methodologies of outcomes measurement, etc. At least 25 of the 75 Category 1 CME credits must be self-assessment CME (SA-CME) (which includes SAMs). In addition to ABR prequalified SAMs, the ABR will count all AMA Category 1 CME activities in "enduring materials" (including web-based and print) and "journal-based CME" formats toward the MOC self-assessment requirement Description: Get ready to 'Be Charmed' and visit the city voted #1 in the United States by readers of Conde Nast Traveler and Travel & Leisure!  Join NYU at the historic Belmond Charleston Place, located in the heart of downtown Charleston---the finest accommodations with world-class amenities including spa, healthclub and rooftop saltwater infinity pool. Belmond Charleston Place is the perfect location to explore the region's colorful history and outstanding natural beauty.  Lecture topics to include: Abdominal, Neuroradiology, Musculoskeletal, Thoracic and Breast Imaging. This course will concentrate on updates in Abdominal, Neuroradiology, Musculoskeletal, Thoracic and Breast Imaging. All of the lectures will address scanning parameters and how scanning protocols can be optimized in order to minimize the radiation exposure of patients, while maintaining diagnostic quality examinations. Clinical radiologists must stay up-to-date on the latest imaging techniques and the program will review the latest topics including: prostate MRI, interstitial lung disease, practical uses of diffusion weighted imaging for the brain, elbow MRI with US correlation and optimizing screening with breast ultrasound. The expertise presented in this program is meant to be integrated into the participants’ practices in an effort to improve their current knowledge, imaging skills and ultimately improve patient care. Educational Objectives: • Describe the new literature regarding the diagnosis of Usual Interstitial Pneumonia (and/or Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis) and how radiologists should diagnose this important interstitial lung disease.  • Discuss the latest recommendations for screening breast MRI proposed for women with personal histories of breast cancer and dense breast tissue, or those diagnosed before age 50.  • Discuss the latest ACR white papers regarding the management of incidental findings in the kidneys, adrenal glands, pancreas and liver.  • Explain both the principle pathologic process and potential complications of cross sectional imaging with CT and MRI for the diagnostic assessment of head and neck emergencies. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

NCSOMS 2019 Annual Meeting is organized by North Carolina Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (NC-OMS) and will be held from Oct 25 - 27, 2019 at Belmond Charleston Place, Charleston, South Carolina, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.