Approved for: AMA Category 1 Credit ANCC Credit Trauma Hours Stroke Hours Continuing Medical Education Presents: 2012 Neuroscience Conference Friday, Nov. 2, 2012 Ambassador Center 7794 Peach St., Erie, Pa. Course DirectorS Division of Neurology
Need Early diagnosis and treatment of stroke and other neurologic disorders can have a profound impact on patient outcomes and mortality. The diagnosis, management, and treatment of diseases of the brain and spine is rapidly changing. It is vital that primary care practitioners, nurses, therapists, and other allied health care providers maintain an awareness of the differential diagnosis, as well as new and emerging treatment options for these. Goal This annual activity will focus on stroke and other disorders of the brain and spine, and foster networking and collaboration among clinical disciplines within the region. Both current and future treatment options will be addressed, along with management issues and prevention of possible complications. In addition, it will showcase the capabilities of the neuroscience division of in the management of stroke and various neurological disorders. Case presentations will complement didactic presentations and an interactive audience response session will engage participants and gauge the effectiveness of the activity. Target Audience Primary care physicians, internists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical and occupational therapists, and other allied health care professionals will benefit from attendance at this activity. Objectives At the conclusion of this activity, the participants should be able to: Describe neuroanatomical correlation with post stroke cognitive behavior and personality changes Describe current recommendations for acute stroke care Describe how updated treatment modalities for Parkinson s disease, such as support groups, respite care, clinic offerings, therapy, and Purposeful Movement classes can impact the patient and/or caregiver and aid in the management of the disease Review components of a comprehensive neurological exam/assessment Assess findings of a neurological exam accurately Correlate findings of a neurological assessment to formulate a likely cause of a given neurological problem Develop confidence in assessment skills Discuss advances in technology for stroke rehabilitation Identify benefits of interdisciplinary intervention in stroke rehabilitation Identify signs of cervical spondylotic myelopathy Describe treatments available for cervical spondylotic myelopathy Identify action steps for patients who present with or have strong family history of arteriovenous malformation, aneurysm, or abnormal blood vessel Recognize symptoms of cranial nerve disease leading to facial pain and spasms Describe the latest techniques used for imaging cranial nerves
CME Accreditation The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Designation The University of Pittsburgh designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Other health care professionals are awarded 0.6 continuing education units (CEU s) which are equal to 6.25 contact hours. Nursing Accreditation is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center s Commission on Accreditation. Nursing Contact Hours Participants who successfully complete this activity will be awarded 6.25 contact hours. Participants must attend the entire program in order to receive credit. Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education activities only and does not imply Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product. Trauma Hours Sessions that meet the requirements for trauma education hours will be indicated on the credit designation form at the conference. Stroke Hours Sessions that meet the requirements for stroke education hours will be indicated on the credit designation form at the conference. Commercial Support A complete list of supporters will be included in the packet given to attendees at the conference. Disclosure Faculty for this activity have been required to disclose all relationships with any proprietary entity producing health care goods or services, with the exemption of nonprofit or government organizations and non-health care related companies. CANCELLATION POLICY Tuition for cancellations postmarked or date stamped before Oct. 26, 2012 will be completely refunded. After Oct. 26, a $24 administration fee will be assessed. No refunds will be made after Nov. 1, 2012. However, substitutes are welcome. Please notify s CME Department of substitutions and cancellations, via e-mail to ham_cme@upmc.edu or by telephone at 814-877-4011, or via USPS mail to: CME Department, 201 State St. Erie, PA, 16550. SPECIAL NEEDS Participation by all individuals is encouraged. Advance notification of any special needs will help us provide better service. Please notify us of your needs at least two weeks in advance of the program by calling s CME office at 800-352-2553 or 814-877-4011.
Course Directors Division of Neurology Faculty J. Brad Bellotte, MD Division of Neurology Debra Emch, PT HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie Lynne M. Gotham Coordinator, American Parkinson Disease Association Information and Referral Center HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Erie Parkinson Partners of Northwest PA David R. LeVan, DHSc, OTR/L Assistant Professor Program Director, Occupational Therapy Department Gannon University Lisa May, PhD Clinical Psychologist Cordell Preciado, MD Division of Interventional Radiology Thomas Skelly, CRNP Ann Sokoloff, BSN, CNRN Clinical Director, Neurosciences Registration The registration fee includes the seminar, electronic educational materials, continental breakfast, refreshment breaks, and lunch for conference attendees. If you have any questions, please contact the CME information line at 814-877-3948. Registration forms should be returned to, 201 State St., Erie, PA 16550, ATTN: CME Department. Or fax to 814-877-4010. Physicians...$120 Nurses/Allied Health Professionals/Others...$55 Resident Physicians/Students...$25 Location The conference is being held at the Ambassador Center behind the Courtyard by Marriott at 7794 Peach St., Erie, Pa. Attire Attire for the conference is business casual. Since meeting room temperatures and personal comfort levels vary, it is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket to the conference.
Program outline 7:30 8 a.m. Registration/Continental Breakfast 8 8:05 a.m. Opening Remarks 8:05 8:15 a.m. State of Neurosciences at Lynn Rupp, Vice President of Strategic and Operational Performance, 8:15 9 a.m. Post CVA Neuropsychological Challenges Lisa May, PhD 9 9:30 a.m. Nursing Acute Stroke Care Ann Sokoloff, BSN, CNRN 9:30 9:45 a.m. Refreshment Break 9:45 10:30 a.m. Updates in Parkinson s Care in the Region Lynne M. Gotham David R. LeVan, DHSc, OTR/L 10:30 11 a.m. Neuro Exam 101 Thomas Skelly, CRNP 11 11:45 a.m. Neuro Problems 201 11:45 a.m. Noon Q&A Morning Review Noon 1 p.m. Lunch and Networking 1 1:45 p.m. Update in Neuro Rehabilitation Debra Emch, PT 1:45 2:15 p.m. Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy Treatments J. Brad Bellotte, MD 2:15 2:30 p.m. Refreshment Break 2:30 3 p.m. Mechanical Intervention and Cerebral Vascular Disease Cordell Preciado, MD 3 3:30 p.m. Understanding Facial Pain and Spasms and an Update on Imaging of the Cranial Nerves 3:30 4 p.m. Interactive Q&A 4 p.m. Closing Remarks and Adjournment
2012 Neuroscience Conference Friday, Nov. 2, 2012 Ambassador Center Erie, Pa. Online Registration: Registering online is the quickest and easiest way to reserve your space at conferences. Visit our online registration site at http://ccehs.upmc.com.jsf. Scroll down to the Nov. 2, 2012-2012 Neuroscience Conference section on the web page. Click the registration button and enter all the requested information. After registering, an electronic confirmation will be sent to you. Online registration is complete upon receipt of a confirmation e-mail. If you do not receive this letter within 5-7 days of registration, please contact the CME Department at 814-877-4011. Bring this confirmation with you to the conference. To register by check, please complete this form and return it with payment to:, CME Department 201 State Street, Erie, PA 16550 Or fax to CME Department: 814-877-4010 and mail payment with a copy of the completed registration form. Complete information is required for certificate printing and distribution. To assure participation, registration and payment are expected by Oct. 26, 2012. Name (s) Circle Title: MD DO NP RN PA Other: Address City State, ZIP Hospital Affiliation Daytime Phone Number E-mail Address Fees: Checks should be made payable to. $ 120 Physicians $ 55 Nurses/Allied Health Professionals/Other $ 25 Resident Physicians/Students Residency or Student Program: $ Total (make check payable to ) My payment is enclosed My payment will be mailed separately