Baby Beats and Breaths: Therapeutic Interventions for the Premature Infant with Cardiopulmonary Compromise is organized by Education Resources, Inc. (ERI) and will be held from Oct 02 - 03, 2020 at Methodist North Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America.  Target Audience: Neonatal therapists, PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs, and SLPs, with experience working with infants in the Neonatal intensive care unit. Accreditation: • This course meets the criteria for 14.5 contact hours (1.45 CEUs). The AZ, GA, and PA Boards of Physical Therapy accept other state boards approvals. Application has been made to the NJ Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, and the OH and TN Physical Therapy Associations. • This course meets the CO requirements for 14.5 contact hours (1.45 points) – Intermediate Level, CAT 1. TX PT Association accredited provider. Approved provider by the NY State Board of PT for 17.4 contact hours. Application has been made to the FL Physical Therapy Association for 17 continuing education hours. • Approved provider of continuing education by the American Occupational Therapy Association #3043, for 14.5 contact hours (1.45 CEUs) - Intermediate Level Occupational Therapy Process: Assessment, Intervention. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by AOTA. • Approved provider of the FL Board of Occupational Therapy-CE Broker-17 hours. • This course meets the approval of the TX Board of OT Examiners • NBCOT professional development provider - 14.5 PDUs • This course is offered for up to 1.45 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional area). • This program has been submitted for approval for 14.5 clock hours of continuing education credit by the TX Speech Language Hearing Association (TSHA). • NBCOT professional development provider-14.5 PDUs. • This course meets the criteria for 14.5 hours towards Neonatal Therapy Certification. Description: This course will focus on the cardiopulmonary implications for the premature or medically-complex infant as related to physiological stability, evolving motor control, sensory stability, and transition to oral motor skills that support feeding. It will focus on advancing the critical reasoning skills of the neonatal therapist to support the infant’s ability to obtain foundational motor and sensory skills. These skills include the ability of the infant to cough, produce audible phonation, oral motor skills, swallow skills, trunk facilitation, gestational age appropriate positioning/handling to support the emergence of gross motor skills for postural stability. You will learn movement analysis skills (via lab time and video presentations) to assess breathing patterns, facilitation techniques to support trunk development, positioning strategies to support chest wall development, and feeding techniques to maximize postural control. We will discuss current literature as relevant to this topic and apply a systems theory approach for case study treatment planning. Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to do: • Discuss anatomical and kinesiological developmental changes for the newborn chest wall • Discuss affects of prematurity and cardiopulmonary co-morbidities on chest wall development • Integrate chest wall movement assessment and treatment strategies to maximize infant outcomes • Design developmental positioning and handling interventions to reduce chest wall deformities • Incorporate postural support with positioning and handling of infants for improved chest wall mobility during oral feeding • Integrate a systems approach to individualized care plan for the infant with cardiopulmonary compromise

Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS) Hospital and Pre-hospital Certification Class is organized by Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare (MLH) and will be held on Nov 10, 2020 at Methodist North Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America. Audience: EMS and Nursing Accreditation: 8 CAPCE or ANCC contact hours will be provided on completion of this course. Description: ASLS ® is a practical, hands-on, 8-hour course that results in certification good for two years upon successful completion of the course requirements. There is no pre-work required before coming to the class Hospital-based Providers: This course addresses the prehospital, emergency department, and stroke unit management of patients with acute stroke. Using interactive discussions, hands-on workshops, multimedia (computerized video clips) and standardized patients ((instructors that act out and simulate different stroke syndromes), the course includes a discussion of the differential diagnosis of stroke, rapid recognition of five major stroke syndromes, training in the use of the Miami Emergency Neurologic Deficit (M.E.N.D.) exam (based on the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale and incorporating the Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale), education regarding the use of thrombolytic therapy in acute ischemic stroke patients, and a detailed discussion of the acute care of stroke patients in the hospital, including prevention of medical complications, rehabilitation in the acute setting, the diagnostic evaluation, secondary stroke prevention strategies, and discharge planning for the patient and family. This course is appropriate for both new and experienced providers, particularly nurses and physicians who work in the emergency departments, stroke unit, and stroke-unit equivalents Course Objectives: • Describe why early treatment of patients with acute ischemic stroke may result in a marked reduction in risk of disability. • Identify the five main stroke syndromes and relate them to pathophysiology and clinical signs. • Perform and describe the benefits of a focused neurologic evaluation to identify stroke, its location, severity, and t-PA considerations. • Describe prehospital and emergency department stroke protocols with emphasis on rapid transport and triage and management of airway, glucose, and hypertension. • List the differential diagnosis of acute stroke. • Explain the logistics of an emergency acute stroke response team. • Outline how and when to administer t-PA to acute ischemic stroke patients. • Name and characterize the six aspects of acute stroke care for hospitalized patients. Prehospital Providers: This course addresses the prehospital management of patients with acute stroke. Using interactive discussions, hands-on workshops, multimedia (computerized video clips) and standardized patients (instructors that act out and simulate different stroke syndromes), the course includes a discussion of the differential diagnosis of stroke, rapid recognition of five major stroke syndromes, training in the use of the Miami Emergency Neurologic Deficit (M.E.N.D.) exam (based on the NIH Stroke Scale and incorporating the Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale), and education regarding the use of thrombolytic therapy in acute ischemic stroke patients. This course is appropriate for both new and experienced providers Course Objectives: • Describe why early treatment of patients with acute ischemic stroke may result in a marked reduction in risk of disability. • Identify the five main stroke syndromes and relate them to pathophysiology and clinical signs. • Perform a focused neurologic evaluation to identify stroke, its location, severity, and t-PA considerations. • Describe prehospital stroke protocol regarding transport, emergency department (ED) contact, airway, glucose, and hypertension. • Name the components of giving a clear and succinct report to ED personnel regarding t-PA contraindications, witness information, and neurologic exam

This conference has been postponed and will happen in 2022. The revised dates will be updated soon after they are confirmed. 65th American Academy of Psychotherapists (AAP) Annual Institute and Conference is organized by the American Academy of Psychotherapists (AAP). The session is held from Nov 11 - 15, 2020 at The Peabody Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider Conference is organized by Le Bonheur Children's Hospital and will be held on Nov 14, 2020 at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America. Overview: This is a one of a kind conference that will be specifically tailored for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants who take care of pediatric patients. Current evolving topics in pediatric healthcare will be covered with an emphasis on new innovations and evidenced based care. Conference is available virtually or in person. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Chemical Dependency and Prescription Writing Course is organized by The University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) College of Dentistry and will be held on Dec 04, 2020 at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center :College of Dentistry, Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America. Accreditation: • 2 hours CE credit Course Description: Chemical dependency is a widespread condition that effects men, women and children alike. Prescription drugs, illegal drugs, alcohol, caffeine and nicotine are the most prevalent forms of addictive substances. Effective July 1, 2014, all prescribers in Tennessee who hold a current federal drug enforcement administration (DEA) license and who prescribe controlled substances shall be required to complete a minimum of two hours of continuing education related to controlled substance prescribing. This course will help providers reduce problems associated with prescription opiates while maintaining access to compassionate care and appropriate medications for patients living with chronic pain. This course will provide an overview of substance abuse, addiction, and current rehabilitation strategies. The potential impact of substance abuse on the dental practice will also be discussed. Course Objectives: • Identify the most commonly abused drugs including prescription medications and illegal street drugs. • Describe systemic health effects associated with substance abuse and chemical dependency. • Identify symptoms and intraoral manifestations of drug abuse. • Discuss the role of the dental office staff in identifying and facilitating recovery for patients who are chemically dependent. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Administering Nitrous Oxide-Oxygen Sedation for the Dental Hygienist is organized by The University of Tennessee Health Science Center and will be held from Dec 06 - 07, 2020 at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America. Accreditation: • 14 credit hours Course Description: This course includes a laboratory session in which the hygienist will have the opportunity to operate both primary types of nitrous oxide/oxygen flowmeters in a small group setting under the supervision of a dentist. This course will address: • The anatomy and physiology of respiration and circulation • The physiological and psychological aspects of pain and anxiety • The pharmacological and physiological aspects of nitrous oxide-oxygen administration • The indication and contraindications of inhalation therapy • Types and variations of nitrous oxide-oxygen administration equipment • Proper administration, maintenance, and recovery of the patient • The potential for nitrous oxide abuse Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Monitoring Nitrous Oxide-Oxygen Sedation for the Dental Assistant is organized by The University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) College of Dentistry and will be held on Dec 07, 2020 at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America. Accreditation: Mississippi State Board of Dental Examiners will accept this course for 6 hours of CE credit for MS dental hygienists. • 6 credit hours Course Description: This course is designed to provide the knowledge needed to successfully monitor the use of nitrous oxide/oxygen analgesia in a private dental practice. Some of the topics to be presented include a review and update on basic physiology, information on patient evaluation for the use of nitrous oxide, a discussion of the role of nitrous oxide in the dental practice, a review of the new equipment and techniques, and knowledge of the indications and contraindications for using nitrous oxide. Approved by Arkansas Board of Dental Examiners to meet requirements to become a Registered Dental Assistant. Also approved for AR dental hygienists who want to monitor/administer in the state of Arkansas. Five hours of CE credit will be issued to AR dental hygienists upon completion of the course and exam. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Implementing Perinatal Quality Improvement Conference is organized by Institute for Perinatal Quality Improvement (PQI) and will be held on Mar 09, 2021 at FedEx Event Center, Memphis,Tennessee, United States of America. Target Audience: Perinatal nurses, physicians, or midwives who are interested in learning how to use improvement science methods to support their efforts to provide high quality, safe care to their patients. Accreditation: Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) Credits - 5.75 Description: The Implementing Perinatal Quality Improvement conference is designed to support the learners in drafting context-specific perinatal quality improvement and safety action plans Objectives: • Describe how to develop and lead quality and safety initiatives using improvement science methods. • Identify how improvement science methods can increase perinatal quality and safety. • Develop a custom quality and safety action plan. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Anesthesia Update is organized by Northwest Anesthesia Seminars (NWAS) and will be held from Apr 08 - 11, 2021 at The Peabody Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is physicians, certified registered nurse anesthetists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and other medical care providers who must maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of the specialty or are impacted by it. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Objectives: At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be able to: • Apply the pertinent physical and behavioral sciences - to include but not be limited to advanced anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, chemistry, physics, psychology, and social sciences - as they impact and are affected by the planning, delivery, and monitoring of anesthesia and related services inherent in the anesthesia professions. • Explain the selection, dosing considerations with methods of administration, safe use, and contraindications and precautions of presented pharmacological agents through the understanding of their physico-chemical properties, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, updated uses, and more recently developed additional, related, and similar drugs. • Outline comprehensive management plans for the group of patients discussed, whether related in age, physical status, cultural background, invasive procedure, anesthetic or analgesic requirements, clinical setting, adverse reactions, and/or goals of care. • Apply the principles of safety and asepsis in the performance of anesthetic procedures and administrations, equipment use, and other applications encountered during the provision of anesthesia and analgesia whether in the surgical unit, the labor and delivery suite, the pain management clinic, or other more remote location of anesthetizing services. • Incorporate the appropriate recommendations and/or requirements of pertinent external organizations, institutions, and professional groups - recognized as serving as the authority for and/or holding the responsibility to compile and approve such tenets - in the provision of anesthesia and related services, whether medical, legal, philosophical, ethical, or health care management standards. • Apply the new techniques in the clinical setting of the participant. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

15th Annual Pediatric Neurology Symposium is organized by Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare and will be held from Apr 30 - May 01, 2021 at The Westin Memphis Beale Street, Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America. Target Audience:  Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, PA's and other healthcare professionals CME Accreditation:  AMA PRA category 1 credits™ - 9.50 Attendance - 9.50 Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.