11th Annual Chronic Wound Conference: Follow the Right Path to Wound Care Success Thursday, November 6, 2014 DoubleTree Hotel Greentree, Pennsylvania sponsored by Advanced Wound Healing and Lymphedema Center Allegheny Health Network Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Conference Overview As a community of multidisciplinary practitioners, we all share the common goal of achieving wound care success. Each day, we follow a path towards that goal, our own yellow brick road so to speak. Sometimes the road signs are clear in directing our way, other times we may get off track given the many challenges that we face in today s healthcare environment and within our individual work settings. Of the many tools that we have to guide our way, pursing high quality education related to the evolving world of wound management can provide our best compass. This fall, the Advanced Wound Healing and Lymphedema Center at Allegheny General Hospital will once again sponsor a full day of comprehensive education provided by nationally renowned and leading experts in the field. Current concepts and interventions will be explored and the event will be geared towards a diverse audience including physicians, podiatrists, nurses, physical therapists and others involved in the care of patients with chronic wounds. Numerous vendors representing the latest therapies will also be on hand to share their knowledge. Join us and learn how to navigate your way to success! Conference Objectives At the conclusion of this conference, participants should be able to: n Verbalize the importance of evaluating the patient as a whole in developing wound care goals and an effective treatment plan. n Identify key components of a comprehensive wound assessment that includes a thorough review of pertinent medical history, signs and symptoms and all objective tests and measures. n Describe evidence supporting negative pressure wound therapy, parameters and rationale for choosing this modality in wound care treatment n Recognize normal age-related (gerontodermatogical) skin types n Assess impact of gerontodermatological changes on wound healing n Identify significant factors that impact non-healing diabetic foot wounds and verbalize advanced care practice required to treat diabetic foot wounds n Describe state-of-the-art therapies for chronic wounds and emerging trends on the horizon for wound care best practice n Relate the effect of exercise on each of the typical wound diagnoses (arterial, venous, diabetic, neuropathic) n State the indications and contraindications of exercise for each wound population n Review basic pathophysiology associated with lymphatic filariasis (LF) n Appreciate unique lymphedema stages associated with LF n Demonstrate an understanding of the negative impact of bioburden and its role in delayed or non-healing of open wounds. n Describe current treatment interventions that are available to wound care practitioners that are designed to identify and reduce the harmful effects of bacteria. Friend us on Facebook: AGH Wound Center
Course Co-Directors Elisa C. Taffe, MD Adjunct Assistant Professor of Medicine Temple University School of Medicine Medical Director, Advanced Wound Healing and Lymphedema Center Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Judith Schaad, PT, DPT, FACCWS, CLT-LANA Clinical Director, Advanced Wound Healing and Lymphedema Center Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Conference Planning Committee Sue Collins, PT, CWS Cheri Jackel, MA, CCMEP-CME Coordinator Judith Schaad, PT, DPT, FACCWS, CLT-LANA Sheila Unico, MPT, CWS Guest Speakers: Vickie R. Driver DPM, MS, FACFAS President, Association for the Advancement of Wound Care, AAWC Section Chief, Podiatric Surgery Director, Research Fellowship Program Director, Clinical Research Limb Preservation and Tissue Repair VA New England Health Care Division Providence, Rhode Island Dot Weir, RN, CWON, CWS Co-Chair of the Symposium on Advanced Wound Care Wound Healing Center Osceola Regional Medical Center Kissimmee, Florida Heather Hettrick PT, PhD, CWS, CLT, CLWT Associate Professor Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Conference Schedule 7:00 am Registration/ Continental Breakfast 8:00 am Welcome Remarks, Introductions and Overview 8:15 am Wound Assessment: A comprehensive approach that looks at the whole patient Dot Weir, RN, CWON, CWS 9:15 am Negative Pressure Wound Therapy: Rationale and evidence for use across the continuum of care Vickie Driver, DPM, MS, FACFAS 10:15 am Break/visit exhibits 10:45 am Incorporating Physical Therapy in the Treatment of Chronic Wounds: The role of exercise and physical activity Heather Hettrick, PT, PHD, CWS, CLT, CLWT 11:30 am Advanced Management of the Diabetic Foot Ulcer: Offloading and beyond Vickie Driver, DPM, MS, FACFAS 12:15 am Cutting Edge Therapies and Emerging Trends in Wound Care: Perspectives of the President of the Association for the Advancement of Wound Care Vickie Driver, DPM, MS, FACFAS 12:30 am Lunch/visit exhibits 1:45 pm Bringing Hope to Haiti: Overview of lymphedema and wound care initiatives Heather Hettrick, PT, PHD, CWS, CLT, CLWT 2:15 pm Implications of Aging and Non-Caucasian Skin: Impact on wound healing Heather Hettrick, PT, PHD, CWS, CLT, CLWT 3:15 pm Break 3:30 am Managing Wound Bioburden in Clinical Practice: An overview of interventions Dot Weir, RN, CWON, CWS 4:30 p.m. Evaluation and Closing Remark 4:45 pm Adjournment In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and the policy of, presenters must disclose all relevant financial relationships, which in the context of their presentation(s), could be perceived as a real or apparent conflict of interest, (e.g., ownership of stock, honoraria or consulting fees). Any identifiable conflicts will be resolved prior to the activity. Any such relationships will be disclosed to the learner prior to the presentation(s).
Accreditation Credits: This conference will provide a maximum of 6.5 hours of education Physicians: is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. n Podiatrists: The Western Pennsylvania Hospital is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a sponsor of continuing education in podiatric medicine. This educational activity has been approved for up to 6.5 continuing education contact hours. n American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits from organizations accredited by the ACCME. n Physical Therapists: Application has been submitted to the PA State Board of Physical Therapy for approval of continuing education credit. n American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits from organizations accredited by the ACCME. n American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits from organizations accredited by the ACCME. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 6.5 hours of Category 1 credit for completing this program. n Non-physicians: has approved this activity for a maximum of 6.5 contact hours for non-physicians. Together We Heal Together We Can Help As wound care providers we are part of a community of compassionate caregivers that have been blessed with the skills to help others with unique needs. In the spirit of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, let s join together in giving back. If you are able and interested, please bring one or two nonperishable food items for a donation to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. Let s make a difference this year! Most-needed holiday items: Holiday meal fixins n Instant mashed potatoes n Boxed stuffing mix n Canned corn, beans, yams n Canned cranberry n Cake, brownie, or dessert mix n Cornbread or quick bread mix n Instant or canned gravy n Pie crust mix, Pumpkin pie filling n Canned fruit (packed in juice) n Juice (100 % juice) n Holiday napkins and paper products No glass please
Conference Location DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh - Green Tree 500 Mansfield Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15205 Refund Policy A refund of the registration fee, less a $15.00 processing fee, will be made when a written request or a telephone request followed by a written confirmation is received prior to October 30, 2014. After this date, refunds will not be made. Fees will not be refunded for failure to attend. reserves the right to cancel or post-pone any conference because of unforeseen circumstances or insufficient enrollment. In the event of such cancellation, full tuition will be refunded. Registration Information The registration fee includes continuing education credits, conference materials, continental breakfast, break refreshments and lunch. Fee: $180 Physicians and Podiatrists $120 CNRP s, Nurses, PA s, PTs, Residents and Other Health Care Professionals $ 30 Allegheny Health Network Employees Registration Deadline: October 30, 2014. After this date registrations will be accepted on a space available basis To Register: Telephone registrations are not accepted. Online registration is the preferred method. To register online, visit our Web site at www.aghcme.org. Select Conference Schedule on the left, then scroll to find the 11th Annual Wound Conference To register by mail or fax, complete the registration form and return it with the registration fee to: Continuing Medical Education 320 East North Avenue Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15212-4772 (412) 359-8218 fax The preferred method of payment is by VISA, MasterCard, American Express or Discover; however, checks will be accepted made payable to. Additional Information For additional questions concerning the conference, please contact the Continuing Medical Education office by e-mail: cjackel@wpahs.org, by calling (412) 359-4952 or by fax at (412) 359-8218.
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