Upcoming Community Workshops and Events
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Upcoming Events
Intervention in the NICU: A Neurodevelopmental Approach
Presented by Education Resources Inc.
Location: Jacksonville,FL
This is a: Conference
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Intervention in the NICU: A Neurodevelopmental Approach
Presented by Education Resources Inc.
Date
August 15, 2020 - August 16, 2020
Description
This intensive lab and evidence-based course arms NICU therapists with the latest information to inform best-practices in evaluation and treatment. Learn the theory behind standardized neurodevelopmental assessments and participate in labs to inform therapeutic interventions including handling, positioning, massage, and facilitated motor activity.
Location: Jacksonville,FL
This event is a: Conference
Contact Name: Pamela Donnelly
Contact Phone: 1-800-487-6530
Presenters: Roberta “Bertie” Gatlin, PT, DSc, PCS graduated from University of Memphis in 1986 with a BS in Special Education and from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center Department of Physical Therapy in 1989 with a BS in Physical Therapy. She completed her Doctorate of Science with an emphasis in Neurological and Pediatric Physical Therapy in 2013. She received her Board Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialty in 2001 and recertification in 2011. Her experience draws from over 30 years in the field of pediatric physical therapy. She is currently Assistant Professor in the Physical Therapy Department at Emory & Henry College, Marion, Virginia and adjunct faculty at South College in Knoxville, Tn. Bertie’s experience encompasses physical therapy within the NICU, developmental follow-up clinic and outpatient pediatrics servicing all populations. Her research currently focuses on Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, wound care practices for the premature infant in a NICU setting and interprofessional experiences for entry-level physical and occupational therapy students within simulated neonatal intensive care settings. Bertie currently holds the Secretary position for the Tennessee Physical Therapy Association Executive Committee, the Finance Committee and the Neonatology Specialty Interest Group’s Vice-Chair position for the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy of the American Physical Therapy Association.
# of CEU Credits: 15.5
Pediatric Videoswallow Studies: From Physiology to Analysis
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Location: Chicago, IL
This is a: Workshop
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Pediatric Videoswallow Studies: From Physiology to Analysis
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Date
August 15, 2020 - August 15, 2020
Description
Evolution of physiology from infancy forward. Critical information for conducting and interpreting pediatric swallow studies and problem-solving at each juncture. Learn how to look beyond aspiration and appreciate the entire swallow pathway and its potential for compensations and maladaptations in relation to co-morbidities. Procedures in preparation for and during the study that are most common across the US. Recommendations and optional treatment modalities specific to pediatrics will be highlighted. A pediatric history and report format provided to enhance learning. Videos of normal swallowing and typical radiographic swallowing problems will be shown. Case scenarios, and real-life examples discussed. Leave with a new appreciation for the essential current perspectives and the importance of problem-solving each infant/child and his unique presentation. Learn strategies to enhance MD understanding, buy-in and support from a clinician “in the trenches”. Looking at the evidence-base, the big picture for that infant/child, and use of critical reflective thinking, not a cookbook approach.
Seminar Content
- Pediatric vs. Adult studies
- Criteria for referral & readiness for swallow study
- Preparing the family
- Normal swallowing physiology: Birth to Adulthood
- Protocol/Positioning/Textures
- Typical problems/Modifications, Strategies
- Analysis, Recommendations/Treatment Modalities
Location: Chicago, IL
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Catherine Shaker
Contact Phone: 206-949-7630
Presenters: Catherine Shaker MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S Neonatal/Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
# of CEU Credits: 6.5 contact hours
Advanced Infant/Pediatric Dysphagia: Problem-Solving Complex Patients and Practice Challenges
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Location: Chicago, IL
This is a: Workshop
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Advanced Infant/Pediatric Dysphagia: Problem-Solving Complex Patients and Practice Challenges
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Date
August 16, 2020 - August 17, 2020
Description
Two days of problem-solving your patients and learning along with a master clinician. This timely interactive seminar will bring you essential information to enhance your effectiveness as a specialist in pediatric swallowing and feeding and a sought-after member of your team. Correlating clinical data, co-morbidities (airway/GI/nutrition/neurologic/oral motor/sensory), and the infant/child’s behaviors is at the heart of completing a good differential. Apply critical problem-solving skills to complex cases, NICU infants through school-aged children. Explore hot topics in dysphagia (e.g., thickening, NMES, swallow studies, tongue tie) practice issues, therapist-physician relationships. Discuss your challenging patients. Perfect for both the novice to take it all in, and for the experienced clinician searching for an advanced level of problem-solving for complex cases and professional issues. Seminar Content
- Complex interaction of respiratory, GI, airway, sensory and postural co-morbidities
- Case discussions and problem-solving
- Current challenges in service delivery across EI, hospital, school and community settings
- Broad range of interventions and individualizing plans of care specific to clinical presentation
- Key concepts/challenges/evidence specific to “hot topics” in pediatric dysphagia
- Navigating therapist-physician/team interactions
Location: Chicago, IL
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Catherine Shaker
Contact Phone: 206-949-7630
Presenters: Catherine Shaker MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S Neonatal/Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
# of CEU Credits: 13.0 contact hours
When Children Won’t Eat: Picky Eaters versus Problem Feeders Assessment and Treatment Using the SOS Approach to Feeding – LIVE WEBINAR
Presented by Education Resources Inc.
Location: Webinar
This is a: Workshop, Webinar
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When Children Won’t Eat: Picky Eaters versus Problem Feeders Assessment and Treatment Using the SOS Approach to Feeding – LIVE WEBINAR
Presented by Education Resources Inc.
Date
August 27, 2020 - August 30, 2020
Description
The Sequential Oral Sensory (S.O.S) Approach to Feeding is a trans-disciplinary program for assessing and treating children with feeding difficulties and weight/growth problems from birth to 18 years. It integrates posture, sensory, motor, behavioral/learning, medical, and nutritional factors to comprehensively evaluate and manage children with feeding/growth problems. Four full days: August 27 to 30, 2020 5:00am – 2:00pm – PST 6:00am – 3:00pm – MST 7:00am – 4:00pm – CST 8:00am – 5:00pm – EST
Location: Webinar
This event is a: Workshop, Webinar
Contact Name: Education Resources, Inc.
Contact Phone: 8004876530
Presenters: Dr. Kay A. Toomey Susan Kniffen, MS, OTR/L Deborah Lagerborg, CCC-SLP
# of CEU Credits: 30 contact hours (3.0 CEUs)
# 306 CAN-EAT Approach …Using medical, motor, & behavioral strategies in pediatric feeding
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Location: Asheville, NC: Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park
This is a: Workshop
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# 306 CAN-EAT Approach …Using medical, motor, & behavioral strategies in pediatric feeding
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Date
September 11, 2020 - September 12, 2020
Description
Research indicates that the prevalence of pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders is 80% in the special needs population and 20% in typically developing children. Therefore, most pediatric clinicians will encounter this disorder in some form or another. Feeding disorders come in all shapes and sizes, such as coughing/choking during meals, poor oral-motor skill acquisition, food refusal, oral aversion, g-tube dependence and more. One must be versed in oral-motor and swallowing techniques, respiration, GI issues, nutrition, motor/postural alignment, and behavioral strategies. This is a two-day course focusing on how to approach pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders, how to diagnose and prioritize treatment options, and ensure successful outcomes for you and your patients. Day one will concentrate on medical and nutritional intervention strategies, while day two will focus on evaluation and therapeutic intervention. If children are available, there will be 1-2 live evaluations.
Location: Asheville, NC: Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Scott Boston
Contact Phone: 803-417-6533
Presenters: Krisi Brackett, MS, CCC_SLP
# of CEU Credits: 16
NICU Swallowing and Feeding: In the Nursery and Early Intervention
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Location: Phoenix, AZ
This is a: Workshop
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NICU Swallowing and Feeding: In the Nursery and Early Intervention
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Date
September 18, 2020 - September 19, 2020
Description
Cutting-edge 2-days with an expert in the NICU. Essential evidence-based information for managing the complex swallowing and feeding needs of preterm and sick term infants in the NICU and in Early Intervention. Functional problem-solving approach to assessment and treatment, including a broad range of interventions and how-to problem-solve. Hear the latest research and how it applies. Case studies and videos of neonates feeding enhance learning. Gain confidence with babies you are seeing in EI and with supporting parents. Attendees have said this is “The best NICU course you can find!” and “Now I know how to help my babies in EI!” Leave with evidence-based resources for future learning.
Seminar Content
- The NICU Experience: Family Perspective
- Medical and Developmental issues: NICU and EI
- Term vs. Sick Newborn vs. Premie vs. Chronically Ill Preterm: issues and cue-based strategies
- Typical development/progression to feeding
- Assessment: Making sense of history, where to start, Readiness to feed, Safety issues, Swallow Studies, Recommendations, Documentation
- Intervention: Positioning, Nipples, Flow Rate, Swallowing, Suck-Swallow-Breathe, Care Plans, Breastfeeding, working with your team in NICU and EI
- Unique Follow-Up Issues, Optimizing Parent Support, Problem-solving on-going issues after discharge
- Networking with colleagues in NICU and EI
Location: Phoenix, AZ
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Catherine Shaker
Contact Phone: 206-949-7630
Presenters: Catherine Shaker MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S Neonatal/Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
# of CEU Credits: 13.5 contact hours
Pediatric Videoswallow Studies: From Physiology to Analysis
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Location: Phoenix, AZ
This is a: Workshop
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Pediatric Videoswallow Studies: From Physiology to Analysis
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc.
Date
September 20, 2020 - September 20, 2020
Description
Evolution of physiology from infancy forward. Critical information for conducting and interpreting pediatric swallow studies and problem-solving at each juncture. Learn how to look beyond aspiration and appreciate the entire swallow pathway and its potential for compensations and maladaptations in relation to co-morbidities. Procedures in preparation for and during the study that are most common across the US. Recommendations and optional treatment modalities specific to pediatrics will be highlighted. A pediatric history and report format provided to enhance learning. Videos of normal swallowing and typical radiographic swallowing problems will be shown. Case scenarios, and real-life examples discussed. Leave with a new appreciation for the essential current perspectives and the importance of problem-solving each infant/child and his unique presentation. Learn strategies to enhance MD understanding, buy-in and support from a clinician “in the trenches”. Looking at the evidence-base, the big picture for that infant/child, and use of critical reflective thinking, not a cookbook approach.
Seminar Content
- Pediatric vs. Adult studies
- Criteria for referral & readiness for swallow study
- Preparing the family
- Normal swallowing physiology: Birth to Adulthood
- Protocol/Positioning/Textures
- Typical problems/Modifications, Strategies
- Analysis, Recommendations/Treatment Modalities
Location: Phoenix, AZ
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Catherine Shaker
Contact Phone: 206-949-7630
Presenters: Catherine Shaker MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S Neonatal/Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
# of CEU Credits: 6.5 contact hours
Advanced Infant/Pediatric Dysphagia: Problem-Solving Complex Patients and Practice Challenges
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc
Location: Phoenix, AZ
This is a: Workshop
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Advanced Infant/Pediatric Dysphagia: Problem-Solving Complex Patients and Practice Challenges
Presented by Pediatric Resources Inc
Date
September 21, 2020 - September 22, 2020
Description
Two days of problem-solving your patients and learning along with a master clinician. This timely interactive seminar will bring you essential information to enhance your effectiveness as a specialist in pediatric swallowing and feeding and a sought-after member of your team. Correlating clinical data, co-morbidities (airway/GI/nutrition/neurologic/oral motor/sensory), and the infant/child’s behaviors is at the heart of completing a good differential. Apply critical problem-solving skills to complex cases, NICU infants through school-aged children. Explore hot topics in dysphagia (e.g., thickening, NMES, swallow studies, tongue tie) practice issues, therapist-physician relationships. Discuss your challenging patients. Perfect for both the novice to take it all in, and for the experienced clinician searching for an advanced level of problem-solving for complex cases and professional issues. Seminar Content
- Complex interaction of respiratory, GI, airway, sensory and postural co-morbidities
- Case discussions and problem-solving
- Current challenges in service delivery across EI, hospital, school and community settings
- Broad range of interventions and individualizing plans of care specific to clinical presentation
- Key concepts/challenges/evidence specific to “hot topics” in pediatric dysphagia
- Navigating therapist-physician/team interactions
Location: Phoenix, AZ
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Catherine Shaker
Contact Phone: 206-949-7630
Presenters: Catherine Shaker MS/CCC-SLP, BCS-S Neonatal/Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
# of CEU Credits: 13.0 contact hours
# 352 Handling the Rib Cage for Improved Respiratory Coordination in Function
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Location: West Seneca, NY
This is a: Workshop
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# 352 Handling the Rib Cage for Improved Respiratory Coordination in Function
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Date
September 24, 2020 - September 25, 2020
Description
This 2-day workshop has been designed for speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and occupational therapists who need greater experience in focusing on rib cage activity and its influence on postural control and respiratory, general movement, and oral-pharyngeal function in terms of the evaluation and treatment services they provide. Significant anatomical/kinesiological and developmental characteristics of typical rib cage alignment and activity will be reviewed. Atypical rib cage activity in infants and young children with neuromuscular involvement will be discussed. Treatment strategies directed toward improving rib cage and respiratory musculature activity will be explored through group movement lab sessions and audiovisual presentations.
Location: West Seneca, NY
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Scott Boston
Contact Phone: 803-417-6533
Presenters: Rona Alexander, PhD, CCC-SLP
# of CEU Credits: 16
# 306 CAN-EAT Approach …Using medical, motor, & behavioral strategies in pediatric feeding
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Location: Web Conference
This is a: Workshop
More info »
# 306 CAN-EAT Approach …Using medical, motor, & behavioral strategies in pediatric feeding
Presented by Motivations, Inc.
Date
October 2, 2020 - October 3, 2020
Description
Research indicates that the prevalence of pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders is 80% in the special needs population and 20% in typically developing children. Therefore, most pediatric clinicians will encounter this disorder in some form or another. Feeding disorders come in all shapes and sizes, such as coughing/choking during meals, poor oral-motor skill acquisition, food refusal, oral aversion, g-tube dependence and more. One must be versed in oral-motor and swallowing techniques, respiration, GI issues, nutrition, motor/postural alignment, and behavioral strategies. This is a two-day course focusing on how to approach pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders, how to diagnose and prioritize treatment options, and ensure successful outcomes for you and your patients. Day one will concentrate on medical and nutritional intervention strategies, while day two will focus on evaluation and therapeutic intervention. If children are available, there will be 1-2 live evaluations.
Location: Web Conference
This event is a: Workshop
Contact Name: Scott Boston
Contact Phone: 803-417-6533
Presenters: Krisi Brackett, MS, CCC-SLP
# of CEU Credits: 16