Allied Health Workshop
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Friday, February 28, 2014
8:00 AM-9:15 AM
1102
The Anatomy of the Clinical Trial Agreement
Session Details
Friday, February 28, 2014: 8:00 AM-9:15 AM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Torrey Pines 1 & 2
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Christopher Chang , MD PhD FAAAAI
Learning Objectives:
- Identify and discuss the language used in reciprocal or crossed indemnification and offer alternative indemnification language during contract negotiations
- Identify and discuss important sections of the contract such as liability insurance, language used to describe adherence to the protocol, payment, study termination and offer alternative language
- Discuss successful methods and techniques used during contract and budget negotiations with the sponsor
8:00 AM
The Anatomy of the Clinical Trial Agreement and Negotiating a Profitable Budget
Cheryl Koff Bernstein, RN BSN CCRC
9:30 AM-10:45 AM
1301
Psychosocial Well-Being: Living with Food Allergies
Session Details
Friday, February 28, 2014: 9:30 AM-10:45 AM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Marriott Hall Salon 5
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Melissa T. Korenblat-Hanin , ACSW LCSW
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the psychosocial dynamics of living with food allergies: challenges, emotions and accomplishments
- Discuss approaches that build and enhance stability, security and sensibility using challenging case scenarios.
- Identify successful resources for assisting the food allergic patient and family
Panelist
Melissa T. Korenblat-Hanin, ACSW LCSW
Panelist
Jennifer M. Darr, MSW LCSW
1302
The Asthma Action Plan: Use of Simulation to Teach and Reinforce
Session Details
Friday, February 28, 2014: 9:30 AM-10:45 AM
Marriott North Tower, Lower Level, Atlanta & Chicago
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Maureen George , PhD RN AE-C FAAN
Learning Objectives:
- Describe principles of patient and family-focused education
- Review the use of simulation to teach patient communication strategies to providers
- List the key principles of the Asthma Action Plan to improve self-management and asthma control
9:30 AM
Using Simulation to Improve Patient Education About the Asthma Action Plan
Anne E. Borgmeyer, MSN RN CPNP AE-C
11:00 AM-12:15 PM
1401
Developing and Maintaining a Successful Research Center: Secrets of a Trade
Session Details
Friday, February 28, 2014: 11:00 AM-12:15 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Torrey Pines 1 & 2
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Craig F. LaForce , MD FAAAAI
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the infrastructure necessary to establish a successful and productive research center
- Discuss the challenges of maintaining a successful research center while competing in global clinical trials
- Identify strategies for promoting your research center and enhancing your chances for clinical trial selection
11:00 AM
Speaker
Cheryl Koff Bernstein, RN BSN CCRC
11:15 AM
Speaker
David I. Bernstein, MD FAAAAI
1402
The Food Allergy Spectrum: Not Just Peanuts, Eggs and Milk
Session Details
Friday, February 28, 2014: 11:00 AM-12:15 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Torrey Pines 3
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Karen S. Rance , DNP RN CPNP AE-C
Learning Objectives:
- Identify an evidence-based approach to managing food allergy patients with less common allergens
- Discuss how to screen for possible sensitivity to food additives and preservatives
- Describe a management approach for patients with multiple food allergies
Panelist
Karen S. Rance, DNP RN CPNP AE-C
Panelist
Pinkus Goldberg, MD FAAAAI CPI
12:30 PM-1:30 PM
1501
Ask the Expert: Roundtable Discussion TICKETED
Session Details
Friday, February 28, 2014: 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lower Level, Presidio Rooms 1 & 2
1.00 CME/ 1.20 CE
Moderator:
John D. Milewski , Med. Admin.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify coding and ICD10 challenges in 2014
- Discuss best practices for motivating employees
- Identify how to assess your clinical practices
12:30 PM
Facilitators Will Rotate Between Tables
Facilitator
Teresa Thompson, CPC CMSCS CCC
Facilitator
Joan E. Hawkins
Saturday, March 1, 2014
6:45 AM-8:00 AM
2021
The Ins and Outs of Management of Chronic Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 6:45 AM-8:00 AM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Marriott Hall Salon 1
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Debra A. Sedlak , MSN CPNP
Learning Objectives:
- List the common symptoms of esosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) and the history that may trigger suspicion of EoE
- Identify appropriate treatment options
- Define how to guide patients on elimination diets to meet nutritional needs and maintain quality of life
6:45 AM
Are You Missing the EoE Patient? It Starts with the History
Katie J. Atkinson, RN CFNP
7:00 AM
Diagnosis and Treatment Options: Diet or Steroids?
Seema Sharma Aceves, MD PhD FAAAAI
7:15 AM
Meeting the Patient's Needs: Nutrition and Quality of Life
Marion E. Groetch, MS RD
2022
What Allied Health Professionals Need to Know About Drug Sensitivity
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 6:45 AM-8:00 AM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Marriott Hall Salon 2
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Kim E. Mudd , RN MSN CCRP
Learning Objectives:
- Define the key components of the drug allergy history
- Discuss diagnostic tests and work-up for drug allergies
- Review the treatment options for drug allergies
6:45 AM
What Allied Health Professionals Need to Know About Drug Sensitivity
Miguel A. Park, MD
2023
Management of Atopic Dermatitis TICKETED
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 6:45 AM-8:00 AM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Torrey Pines 1 & 2
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
William R. Blouin , ARNP
Learning Objectives:
- Identify and differentiate atopic dermatitis from other skin conditions
- Demonstrate appropriate skin care including wet to dry dressings
- Discuss how to teach patients and families about proper skin care
Primary Instructor
Carla M. Duff, CPNP MSN CCRP
Primary Instructor
Sally A. Noone, RN MSN CCRC
Primary Instructor
Karol G. Timmons, RN MS CPNP
2024
Bring Your Own Pediatric Food Challenge Experience
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 6:45 AM-8:00 AM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Torrey Pines 3
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Suzanne K. Carlisle , RN BSN CCRP
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss solutions to common problems encountered when conducting oral food challenges
- Develop access to a network of health care providers conducting food challenges and interact with them as needed throughout the year
6:45 AM
Speaker
Elisabeth S. Stieb, RN BSN AE-C
7:00 AM
Speaker
Anne M. Hiegel, RN CRC
2025
Exploring the Spectrum of Gluten-Related Disorders
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 6:45 AM-8:00 AM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Atlanta
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Isabel J. Skypala , PhD RD
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the various gluten-related disorders
- Discuss strategies based on the individual patient's gluten-related disorder
6:45 AM
Exploring the Spectrum of Gluten Related Disorders
Isabel J. Skypala, PhD RD
7:05 AM
Exploring the Spectrum of Gluten Related Disorders
Berber Vlieg-Boerstra, PhD RD
2026
Pharmacology of Tobacco Cessation Medications
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 6:45 AM-8:00 AM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Chicago
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Beth A. Allison , NP
Learning Objectives:
- Describe nicotine dependence and nicotine withdrawal
- Discuss evidence based use of smoking cessation medications
6:45 AM
Pharmacology of Tobacco Cessation Medications
Beth A. Allison, NP
10:45 AM-12:00 PM
2311
Anaphylaxis Recognition and Management: What People Need to Know
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Marriott Hall Salon 1
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Debra A. Sedlak , MSN CPNP
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss how patients, teachers and members of the lay community can recognize the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis
- Discuss how to plan and use appropriate treatment
Panelist
William R. Blouin, ARNP
Panelist
Gabriel Ortiz, MPAS PA-C DFAAPA
Panelist
Vivian P. Hernandez-Trujillo, MD FAAAAI
2312
Problem-Based Learning: Atopic Dermatitis: Advancing Proficiency in Management TICKETED
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Marriott Hall Salon 2
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Pooja Varshney , MD
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the complex immune dysregulation that occurs in atopic dermatitis
- Describe the general concepts of managing atopic dermatitis
- Identify signs and symptoms that warrant further investigation (food allergy, immune deficiency, secondary infections)
10:45 AM
Atopic Dermatitis: Immune Dysregulation
Gregory M. Metz, MD
11:00 AM
Atopic Dermatitis: Management Strategies
Karen L. Gregory, DNP APRN-BC RRT AE-C
2313
Immune Replacement Therapy: The Route to Travel TICKETED
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Torrey Pines 1 & 2
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Ginger S. LaBelle , CPNP
Learning Objectives:
- Contrast the pros and cons of both IV and SC therapy
- List the supplies and devices used for SC infusions
10:45 AM
Immune Replacement Therapy: The Route to Travel: SCIG
Kristin Epland, NP
11:00 AM
Immune Replacement Therapy: The Route to Travel: IVIG
M. Elizabeth M. Younger, CRNP PhD
2315
Revenue Management with Correct Coding
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Chicago
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Joan E. Hawkins
Learning Objectives:
- List the current CPT guidelines
- Describe the current information to code correctly to third party payer guidelines
- Discuss the current information regarding reviews from CMS, OIG, RAC and third party payers
10:45 AM
Revenue Management with Correct Coding
Teresa Thompson, CPC CMSCS CCC
2316
Using Technology to Improve Patient Adherence
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Atlanta
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
John D. Milewski , Med. Admin.
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the recognition of health literacy in patients and its impact on adherence to treatment plans
- Review tools available for use in clinical practice
- Discuss ways to utilize both social media and mobile devices to improve office and provider efficiency, patient engagement and overall care in the clinical setting
10:45 AM
Using Technology to Improve Patient Adherence
David R. Stukus, MD FAAAAI
2:00 PM-3:15 PM
2621
Patient Safety in Allergy Practices: Is it an Issue?
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 2:00 PM-3:15 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Marriott Hall Salon 1
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
John D. Milewski , Med. Admin.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify potential causes of patient injury due to allergy care
- List actions that can prevent patient injury in an allergy practice
- Discuss the risks of allergy immunotherapy and how to design practices that will reduce medical errors related to allergen immunotherapy that result in patient injury
2:00 PM
Malpractice - Risk Assessment
Donald W. Aaronson, MD FAAAAI
2623
ICD-10CM: Dispelling the Fear
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 2:00 PM-3:15 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Torrey Pines 1 & 2
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Joan E. Hawkins
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the documentation requirements for the ICD-10CM system
- Review the guidelines for choosing the correct diagnosis code for ICD-10
- Discuss the timelines and the effects on the entire allergy practice
2:00 PM
CD-10CM: Dispelling the Fear
Teresa Thompson, CPC CMSCS CCC
4:45 PM-6:00 PM
2821
Anaphylaxis: Advancing Proficiency in Recognition, Management and Risk Reduction TICKETED
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 4:45 PM-6:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Torrey Pines 1 & 2
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Dee Mallam , RN AE-C
Learning Objectives:
- List the criteria for anaphylaxis
- Identify signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis and understand appropriate treatment
- Recognize risk factors for anaphylaxis and implement risk reduction strategies
4:45 PM
Anaphylaxis: Recognition and Treatment
Gregory M. Metz, MD
5:00 PM
Anaphylaxis: Risk Reduction Strategies
Karen L. Gregory, DNP APRN-BC RRT AE-C
2822
Paths to Empowerment: Motivation and Cost-Effective Incentives in an Economically Challenging Environment
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 4:45 PM-6:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Marriott Hall Salon 2
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
John D. Milewski , Med. Admin.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify how to assess level of motivation in current employees
- Discuss how to improve motivation and increase productivity
- Outline how to change the culture in their practices and look at alternative incentives that are cost effective and reap positive results
4:45 PM
Paths to Empowerment: Motivation and Cost-Effective Incentives in an Economically Challenging Environment
Jeanette Booker
2823
Performing a Practice Assessment
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 4:45 PM-6:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Marriott Hall Salon 1
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Joan E. Hawkins
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the importance of a periodic assessment of their practices operational and financial performance
- Identify key areas for consideration in performing an assessment
- Describe sources of data from within their practices and how to obtain the data
4:45 PM
Performing a Practice Assessment
Thomas J. Derrico
2824
Myth Busters: Using Evidence-Based Medicine to Dispel Your Patient’s Allergy-Related Urban Myths
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 4:45 PM-6:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Torrey Pines 3
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Jeanette L. Arnold , MSN RN C-FNP
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss commonly held misconceptions in the field of Allergy/Immunology
- Analyze the evidence that refutes these commonly held misconceptions
- Describe information that can be utilized in clinical practice to address frequently asked questions received from referring providers and patients
4:45 PM
Myth Busters: Using Evidence Based Medicine to Dispel Your Patient’s Allergy Related Urban Myths
David R. Stukus, MD FAAAAI
2825
Managing the Complexities of the Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome Diet
Session Details
Saturday, March 1, 2014: 4:45 PM-6:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Atlanta
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
G. Lynn Christie , MS RD
Learning Objectives:
- List foods commonly associated with FPIES
- Explain the typical feeding progression in infancy and how to provide appropriate foods to promote feeding skill development with a very limited diet
- Identify specific nutritional risks associated with a limited solid foods diet in infancy and how to prevent/correct deficiencies in these diets
4:45 PM
Discussion Leader
Kathryn E. Grimshaw, PhD RD
5:05 PM
Discussion Leader
Carina Venter, PhD RD
Sunday, March 2, 2014
10:45 AM-12:00 PM
3312
Motivational Interviewing Strategies
Session Details
Sunday, March 2, 2014: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lower Level, Rancho Santa Fe 1 & 2
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Michael S. Tankersley , MD FAAAAI
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the role of ambivalence in behavior change
- Describe strategies for dealing with patient resistance
- Review brief motivational interviewing strategies to incorporate into practice
10:45 AM
Motivational Interviewing Strategies
Beth A. Allison, NP
3313
Panel Discussion: Immunotherapy Guideline Update: Third Edition and USP 797 Compliance
Session Details
Sunday, March 2, 2014: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, Torrey Pines 1 & 2
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Cheryl Koff Bernstein , RN BSN CCRC
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss the requirements and importance of becoming compliant with USP chapter 797
- Describe the compliance requirements for allergen extract preparation according to the USP chapter 797 and immunotherapy Practice Parameters Guidelines Third Edition Update
- Identify practical approaches for implementation of the guidelines
Panelist
Cheryl Koff Bernstein, RN BSN CCRC
Panelist
Michael R. Nelson, MD PhD FAAAAI
3314
Childhood Asthma and Obesity: What Do We Know? What Can We Do?
Session Details
Sunday, March 2, 2014: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lower Level, Atlanta & Chicago
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Stephen J. McGeady , MD FAAAAI
Learning Objectives:
- Outline the relationship between asthma and obesity
- Review current guidelines for the management of childhood obesity and asthma
- Discuss barriers to adherence for obese children with asthma and their families
10:45 AM
Childhood Asthma and Obesity: What Do We Know? What Can We Do?
Anne E. Borgmeyer, MSN RN CPNP AE-C
11:05 AM
Childhood Asthma and Obesity: What Do We Know? What Can We Do?
Carina Venter, PhD RD
3315
Team Approach to Providing Interdisciplinary Care of Atopic Dermatitis
Session Details
Sunday, March 2, 2014: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Marriott North Tower, Lobby Level, New York & Orlando
1.25 CME/ 1.50 CE
Moderator:
Jennifer S. LeBovidge , PhD
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the formation of a multidisciplinary team to care for children with atopic dermatitis
- Discuss the role of a psychologist/mental health professional in an interdisciplinary clinic for children with atopic dermatitis
- Describe the role of a nutritionist in an interdisciplinary clinic to optimize nutritional care for patients with atopic dermatitis
10:45 AM
Speaker
Karol G. Timmons, RN MS CPNP
11:00 AM
Speaker
Wendy Elverson, RD LDN
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