Upcoming Medical Conferences in Austin

CF2 - Intermediate Cranio Facial - Instructed by Mark Strickland, PT, OCS, MTC, Cert MDT, CFC, CCTT, CODN is organized by University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) and will be held from Feb 23 - 24, 2019 at Austin, Texas, United States of America. Hours: 15 Hours, 1.5 CEUs Prerequisite: Basic Cranio Facial (available online) Who Attends: Physical Therapists Description : This seminar will primarily be focused on displacement of the intra-articular disc of the TMJ, but will also cover the role of the subcranial spine in the causation of craniofacial pain and the association between detrimental oral habits (parafunction) and craniofacial pain. Medial and lateral disc subluxations will be carefully examined, as will disc-condyle and disc-eminence subluxations. The progression of disc subluxation and other intra-articular pathology will be demonstrated by the use of clinical examples and all disorders will be illustrated by imaging. The imaging methods used in the diagnosis and management of the TMJ will be explained; this includes transcranial radiographs and tomography, as well as MRI, used for diagnosis and clinical management of intra-articular disc displacements. The lab sessions will focus on assessment of intra-articular pathology, as well as preparations of the TMJ and subcranial spine for reduction of the intra-articular disc.  Finally, participants will have the chance to practice disc reduction and subsequent stabilization of the disc in the reduced position. Learning Objectives: At the completion of this seminar the attendee should be able  to: • Explain the concept of the progression of intracapsular temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disc pathology as an initial stage of dysfunction. • Discuss how a medial or lateral disc can progress to an anterior disc subluxation. • Predict the effect of oral bad habits in children and adults. • Describe the process of craniomandibular parafunction (teeth grinding) as a cause of micro repetitive trauma. • Explain the loaded gliding of the TMJ with systemic joint laxity as a cause of progressive joint disc pathology and degenerative joint disease. • Apply examination and treatment techniques to soft and hard tissues of the maxillofacial region with special emphasis on proper force and direction to avoid injury. • Explain the major cause of condylar height loss and consequential facial asymmetry. • Identify the signs and symptoms of vascular irritation for the TMJ. • Apply manual and muscular techniques for disc subluxations. • Discuss the use of removable interocclusal appliances for joint stabilization.

The PBI Professional Boundaries and Ethics Course Physician Enhanced Edition is organized by Professional Boundaries, Inc. (PBI) and will be held from Mar 01 - 03, 2019 at Hilton Austin Airport, Austin, Texas, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 34 CME Credit Hours. Course Objectives: • Comply with standards of practices, codes of ethics, and state statutes • Demonstrate appropriate clinical decision making by minimizing negative influences • Adhere to professional boundaries with resultant improvements in physician-patient interaction, which can improve clinical outcomes • Reduce their potential of transgressions through the development of systems into clinical practice • Become aware of the early warning signs indicative of ethical dilemmas and boundary problems • Create and implement a tiered Protection Plan to maintain appropriate boundaries Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The PBI Professional Boundaries and Ethics Course Physician Essential Edition is organized by Professional Boundaries, Inc. (PBI) and will be held from Mar 01 - 03, 2019 at Hilton Austin Airport, Austin, Texas, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 24 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Objectives • Reduce disruptive behavior by recognizing your risk factors. • Comply with all standards of practice, codes of ethics and state statues. • Understand the vulnerabilities and risk factors that predispose you to violations. • Recognize the early warning signs of ethical and boundary dilemmas. • Improve your interaction with patients by adhering to professional boundaries. • Reduce the risk of violations by those you manage. • Create and implement a tiered Protection Plan to maintain appropriate professional, organizational, and personal boundaries. • Enhance team and clinical communication. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The PBI Professional Boundaries and Ethics Course Physician Extended Edition is organized by Professional Boundaries, Inc. (PBI) and will be held from Mar 01 - 03, 2019 at Hilton Austin Airport, Austin, Texas, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 46 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Objectives: • Comply with standards of practices, codes of ethics, and state statutes • Demonstrate appropriate clinical decision making by minimizing negative influences • Adhere to professional boundaries with resultant improvements in physician-patient interaction, which can improve clinical outcomes • Reduce their potential of transgressions through the development of systems into clinical practice • Become aware of the early warning signs indicative of ethical dilemmas and boundary problems • Create and implement a tiered Protection Plan to maintain appropriate boundaries Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The PBI Professional Boundaries and Ethics Course Physical Therapist Extended Edition is organized by Professional Boundaries, Inc. (PBI) and will be held from Mar 01 - 03, 2019 at Hilton Austin Airport, Austin, Texas, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 46.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Objectives: Upon completion, participants should: • Express why and how healthcare professionals are held accountable for adhering to standards of practice, codes of ethics, and state statutes • Discuss attributes and behaviors that constitute professionalism in the context of health care, and identify specific lapses in their own professionalism • Explain how professional problems evolve, employing the model of a continuum of boundary impingements • Express how professional lapses can adversely affect clinical judgment and cause a range of other impacts and harms • Describe the components of the Boundary Formula™ and apply them to their own violation potential and, if applicable, their infraction • Create and implement a Personalized Protection Plan that includes strategies, safeguards, and systems to reduce the risk of relapse and improve accountability • Detect early warning signs of professional problems in themselves and others in order to reduce the risk of future violations The Extended edition includes: • A 10-hour online pre-course component: textbook reading and written assignments. • Three-day live conference (24 total hours). • PLUS post-conference supportive relapse prevention seminars - one hour/week via conference call for one 12-week cycle, with the option of continuing for multiple cycles (which many choose to do). • Fulfills California disciplinary orders requiring boundary education.

The PBI Professional Boundaries and Ethics Course Physical Therapist Enhanced Edition is organized by Professional Boundaries, Inc. (PBI) and will be held from Mar 01 - 03, 2019 at Hilton Austin Airport, Austin, Texas, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 34.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Objectives: Upon completion, participants should: • Express why and how healthcare professionals are held accountable for adhering to standards of practice, codes of ethics, and state statutes • Discuss attributes and behaviors that constitute professionalism in the context of health care, and identify specific lapses in their own professionalism • Explain how professional problems evolve, employing the model of a continuum of boundary impingements • Express how professional lapses can adversely affect clinical judgment and cause a range of other impacts and harms • Describe the components of the Boundary Formula™ and apply them to their own violation potential and, if applicable, their infraction • Create and implement a Personalized Protection Plan that includes strategies, safeguards, and systems to reduce the risk of relapse and improve accountability • Detect early warning signs of professional problems in themselves and others in order to reduce the risk of future violations The Enhanced edition includes: • A 10-hour online pre-course component: textbook reading and written assignments. • Three-day live conference (24 total hours). Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The PBI Prescribing Course: Opioids, Pain Management, and Addiction - Physician Extended Edition is organized by Professional Boundaries, Inc. (PBI) and will be held from Mar 02 - 03, 2019 at Hilton Austin Airport, Austin, Texas, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 33 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Objectives • Implement safer, more effective treatment with improved outcome through the application of a comprehensive knowledge of the spectrum of pain medications. • Apply the prescribing laws and regulations into clinical practice for the safe and effective use of opioids and controlled substances. • Produce and maintain medical records documenting compliance prescribing laws and documenting appropriate management and treatment of chronic pain. • Differentiate opioid dependency and addiction to minimize abuse potential and maximize pain management. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

PBI Medical Record Keeping Course - Physician Extended Edition is organized by Professional Boundaries, Inc. (PBI) and will be held from Mar 02 - 03, 2019 at Hilton Austin Airport, Austin, Texas, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Course Description : This course is designed for professionals who have the need or desire to improve their medical record keeping, which meets standards, laws, and regulations pertaining to medical documentation, for improved medical care, delivery of services, and clear and accurate communications. It is specifically developed for professionals who have been found deficient in medical documentation either by hospitals or by regulatory boards. Course Objectives : Upon completion, physicians should: • Assist in the implementation of your organizational protection plan into clinic practice with regard to medical record keeping policies and procedures. • Enhance accountability. • Communicate the harm done from ethical / legal violations. • Identify and define violation potentials for ethical, boundaries and other issues utilizing the Formula. • Create a Protection Plan to be implemented, insured and maintain medical record standards as well as protection plan for your organization. • Learn to utilize peer group discussions for ethical/boundaries dilemma resolution. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The PBI Prescribing Course: Opioids, Pain Management, and Addiction - Physician Basic Edition is organized by Professional Boundaries, Inc. (PBI) and will be held from Mar 02 - 03, 2019 at Hilton Austin Airport, Austin, Texas, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 21 CME Category 1 AMA PRA Credits (5 hours pre-course, 16 hours live). Course Objectives : • Apply the prescribing laws and regulations into clinical practice for the safe and effective use of opioids and controlled substances. • Produce and maintain medical records documenting compliance prescribing laws and documenting appropriate management and treatment of chronic pain. • Understand addiction and differentiate physical dependence from addiction so as to minimize abuse and optimize pain treatment • Implement safer, more effective treatment with improved outcome through the application of a comprehensive knowledge of the spectrum of pain medications. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

PBI Medical Record Keeping Course - Physician Standard Edition is organized by Professional Boundaries, Inc. (PBI) and will be held from Mar 02 - 03, 2019 at Hilton Austin Airport, Austin, Texas, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 17 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Course Description : This course is designed for professionals who have the need or desire to improve their medical record keeping, which meets standards, laws, and regulations pertaining to medical documentation, for improved medical care, delivery of services, and clear and accurate communications. It is specifically developed for professionals who have been found deficient in medical documentation either by hospitals or by regulatory boards. Course Objectives : Upon completion, physicians should: • Understand and implement the regulations and laws regarding medical record keeping • Improve documentation in support of appropriate billing codes • Document with clarity to reduce misinterpretation and errors • Provide improved documentation for risk management • Apply improved skills for maintaining electronic medical records • Gain an understanding of moral authority and ethical decision making • Create a strategic plan of action to minimize medical record issues and improve clinic/ethical process. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.