A Six-Hour Interprofessional Symposium for Healthcare Workers
Sunday, December 8, 2024
8:45 am – 4:30 pm
Cost:
- Eligible 1199SEIU members: No out-of-pocket costs
- All other participants: $150
Live Webcast (Internet)
The deadline to register for this event is Friday, December 6, 2024, at noon.
Program Moderator
William Heuser, PHARM.D., BCCCP, BCEMP, BCNSP, MS, EMT-P, FP-C
Program and Learning Objectives
8:45 am — Participants Log in
9:20 am — Welcome and Introductory Remarks
9:30 am — Intracranial Hemorrhage: Diagnosis and Management
Presenter:
Vincent S. DeOrchis, MD, MS, FAAN
Descriptive Summary:
Intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) is a life-threatening condition requiring urgent medical attention. This presentation will focus on the causes of ICH, including trauma and vascular abnormalities, and how these influence clinical presentations, such as headaches, neurological deficits and altered consciousness. The role of imaging techniques in diagnosing ICH; treatment strategies, from medical management to surgical interventions; and the importance of addressing underlying causes to prevent recurrence and the value of a multidisciplinary approach to improve patient outcomes will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand the epidemiology and causes of ICH;
- Discuss the kinds of intracerebral hemorrhage;
- Describe clinical and radiographic features of ICH; and
- Explain concepts of blood pressure management, reversal agents and acute treatment options.
10:30 am — Balanced Nutrition for After Stroke Care
Presenter:
Sally S. Wong, PhD, RD, CDN, FAHA
Descriptive Summary:
Heart disease and stroke claimed more lives in 2021 in the United States than all forms of cancer and chronic lower respiratory disease combined. This presentation will focus on the role of healthy eating to support recovery from a stroke, including making small dietary changes initially and modifying recipes due to changes in swallowing abilities after a stroke.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand how to eat “well” after a stroke;
- Explain how to choose healthy foods to help manage blood pressure and cholesterol, which can lower the risk of having another stroke;
- Describe potential drug-nutrient interactions for common post-stroke medications; and
- Provide tips for meal preparation for stroke survivors, their family and/or caretakers.
11:30 am — Navigating Advances in Stroke Treatment: Exploring Modern Therapeutic Approaches
Presenter:
William Heuser, PharmD, BCCCP, BCEMP, BCNSP, MS, EMT-P, FP-C
Descriptive Summary:
This presentation will focus on pharmacotherapy options for ischemic stroke, with an emphasis on acute management and secondary prevention. The pathophysiology of ischemic stroke and the importance of early intervention to restore blood flow to the brain will be discussed. Primary treatment options, particularly thrombolytic therapy, and the emerging use of Tenecteplase (TNK) that offers potential advantages over alteplase, will be examined. The use of antiplatelet agents and anticoagulants in stroke prevention, particularly for patients with atrial fibrillation or other high-risk conditions, will be discussed. Current guidelines, practical considerations for drug administration and emerging therapies in ischemic stroke pharmacotherapy will be explored.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Determine the most effective treatment options for ischemic stroke;
- Evaluate which patient populations will benefit most from different pharmacotherapy options for stroke;
- Explore advances in treatments for stroke; and
- Determine the most pertinent side effects and contraindications in the treatments of stroke and how to minimize long-term morbidity and mortality.
12:30 pm — Lunch Break
1:30 pm — Psychiatric Aspects of Stroke
Presenter:
Jordan Klesmer, MD
Descriptive Summary:
There are a wide variety of psychiatric and neuropsychiatric syndromes that develop after a patient suffers a stroke. This presentation will focus on early identification of the syndromes and how to recognize and help treat patients suffering from these syndromes to help enhance the quality of life of patients and their families.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Identify the psychiatric and neuropsychiatric sequelae of a stroke;
- Understand the prevalence of psychiatric and neuropsychiatric disorders after a stroke;
- Describe the risk factors for psychiatric disorders after a stroke;
- Explain the etiologies of depression after a stroke;
- Discuss biological and psychosocial treatments for depression after a stroke; and
- Recognize the risks of psychiatric medicines on the development of a stroke.
2:30 pm — Diagnosing Stroke
Presenter:
Payal Sud, MD, FACEP
Descriptive Summary:
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the leading cause of long-term disability. This presentation will focus on various risk factors for stroke and pathophysiology. Early recognition and management strategies for acute stroke, as well as various modalities—including physical exam and radiological tests—for diagnosing stroke and identifying patients who would most benefit from therapy will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand the causes and types of strokes;
- Recognize the common signs and symptoms of a stroke and stroke mimics;
- Discuss the roles of various radiological modalities in acute strokes; and
- Describe the timely recognition and management of strokes.
3:30 pm — Stroke Syndromes
Presenter:
David Rahimian, DO
Descriptive Summary:
Knowing how to identify stroke based on clinical presentation and correct diagnostic testing is essential in treating the condition. This presentation will focus on the basics of vascular anatomy and diagnostic imaging, different stroke syndromes and how to identify them, and the basics of stroke classification by etiology.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand different stroke imaging modalities and how they can be used to assess patients and help with clinical decision-making;
- Explain how vascular anatomy pertains to diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients’
- Describe basic classification of different stroke etiologies
- Discuss different stroke syndromes and their clinical manifestations and localization; and
- Discuss the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale/Score and how it applies to stroke classification and management.
4:30 pm — Program Ends
Accreditation
CASACs
An application has been submitted to the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services for six (6) clock hours.
Clinical Laboratory Practitioners
This continuing medical laboratory education activity is recognized by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) for six (6) CMLE credits. ASCP CMLE credits are acceptable for the ASCP Board of Registry Certification Maintenance Program.
Dietitians/Dietetic Technicians
An application has been submitted to the Commission for Dietetic Registration (CDR) for six (6) continuing education units.
Imaging Technologists
An application has been submitted to the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) for Category A continuing education credits. The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) accepts ASRT Category A credits.
LPNs/RNs/Nurse Practitioners:
This course is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing for six (6) continuing education credits.
Medical Records Coders
An application has been submitted to the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) for six (6) continuing education credits.
Occupational Therapists/Occupational Therapy Assistants
An application has been submitted to the New York State Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (NYSOTA) for contact hours (NY licensees only).
Paramedics/EMTs
An application has been submitted to the Regional Emergency Medical Services Council of New York City for EMS CME credits.
Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians:
The New York State Council of Health-system Pharmacists (NYSCHP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
- Module A (AM): This course, TBD, is approved for 0.3 CEUs (3 contact hours).
- Module B (PM): This course, TBD, is approved for 0.3 CEUs (3 contact hours).
Statements of Continuing Pharmacy Education Credit are available to participants upon the conclusion of the program through survey links. Participants have 45 days from date of program to claim credits and must verify attendance at the meeting by entering the program CE code.
Physical Therapists/Physical Therapy Assistants
An application has been submitted to the New York Physical Therapy Association (NYPTA) for contact hours (NY licensees only).
Physician Assistants
An application has been submitted to the Assistant Review Panel for six (6) AAPA Category 1 CME credits.
Respiratory Therapists
An application has been submitted to the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) for six (6) continuing education credits.
Social Workers
The 1199SEIU League Training and Upgrading Fund SW CPE is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers under provider #0286. Licensed NYS Social Workers are required to provide their NYS license number to receive certificate of credit. This course is approved for six (6) continuing education hours.
All Other Healthcare Professionals
You will receive a general certificate of attendance. Please check with your accreditation board with respect to receiving credit for this program.
Presenters:
Vincent S. DeOrchis, MD, MS, FAAN
Professor of Psychiatry, Division of Addiction Psychiatry , Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
Sally S. Wong, PhD, RD, CDN, FAHA
National Senior Director, Science and Medicine Office of Science, Medicine and Health, American Heart Association
William Heuser, PharmD, BCCCP, BCEMP, BCNSP, MS, EMT-P, FP-C
Emergency Department/Surgical Intensive Care Clinical Pharmacist/Medical Toxicology Core Faculty, North Shore Long Island Jewish Hospital Northwell Health Department of Pharmacy
Jordan Klesmer, MD
Private practice, Great Neck, New York. Voluntary attending psychiatrist, North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish
Payal Sud, MD, FACEP
Associate Chair Department of Emergency Medicine Medical Toxicologist North Shore University Hospital
David Rahimian, DO
Attending Physician, Department of Neurology, St. Francis Hospital
Eligibility for 1199SEIU Members
Training and Employment Fund Members
Members must have been a part-time or full-time employee for at least one year, work at least three-fifths of a regular workweek, and work for an employer who contributes to the 1199SEIU League Training and Upgrading Fund or the 1199SEIU Greater New York Education Fund.
City of New York Education, Child and Eldercare Fund Members
Pharmacists, Dietitians, Clinical Laboratory Practitioners and LPNs must have worked with NYC Health + Hospitals or a mayoral agency for at least one year.
Registered Nurse Training and Job Security Fund members
Members must have been a part-time or full-time employee for at least one year and work for an employer who contributes to the 1199SEIU/Hospital League Health Care Industry Registered Nurse Training and Job Security Fund.
For Further Information
Email: [email protected]
Refund and Cancellation Policy
If you wish to cancel, you must do so at least 48 hours before the program date to avoid a penalty. To cancel, contact the 1199SEIU League Training and Upgrading Fund (TUF) by telephone, (212) 894-4390; fax, (212) 643-8795; or e-mail, [email protected]. TUF reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a program in the event of insufficient enrollment or unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be notified and given the option of receiving a refund or attending the rescheduled program or an alternate program.