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HAND CARE 2008: ADVANCING THE QUALITY OF PATIENT CARE THROUGH MEDICAL EDUCATION
Thursday, May 8th - Saturday, May 10th
Indianapolis Marriott Downtown – Indianapolis, Indiana
Hand Care 2008 is directed toward the practicing clinician and is presented at an intermediate level. It is recommended for occupational therapists, physical therapists, physicians, physician assistants, and nurses with a special interest in hand rehabilitation. A comprehensive format is designed around the dynamics of a team approach for total upper extremity care. The course includes a full spectrum of subjects pertaining to the upper extremity including lecture presentations with handouts and reference lists, an anatomy and splinting lab, panel discussions and exhibits. A portion of the proceeds from this course will be contributed to the American Hand Therapy Foundation (AHTF). AHTF supports the advancement of hand rehabilitation through clinical and scientific research.
Hand Care has been an Indiana Hand Center tradition since 1984. The meeting was established to share clinical knowledge with the goal of advancing the practice of hand therapy and quality of patient care both nationally and internationally.
We invite you to come, relax, enjoy the city of Indianapolis and add to your existing knowledge of the hand and upper extremity. This meeting is intended to be both educational and fun!
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Indiana State Medical Association through the joint sponsorship of St. Vincent Hospital and Health Services and the Indiana Hand Center. St. Vincent Hospital and Health Services designates this educational activity for a maximum of 18.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
FACULTY
Cheri M. Alexy, OTR, CHT
Robert M. Baltera, M.D.
Bonnie G. Beal, OTR, CHT
Melanie A. Brady, OTR, CHT
Gail Brandenburg, MS, OTR, CHT
Cheri Bush-Vondrasek, OTR, CHT
Nancy M. Cannon, OTR, CHT
Anne M. Casavant, OTR, CHT
Corey L. Chadwick, OTR
Jennifer L. Cieslak, MS,OT
Kim Chiappetta, MS, OTR, CHT
Suzanne R. Cornelius, PA-C
James J. Creighton, Jr., M.D.
Mary P. Dimick, OTR, CHT
Machelle E. Duke, OTR, CHT
Thomas J. Fischer, M.D.
Jeffrey A. Greenberg, M.D.
Jessica A. Grogan, MS, OTR
M. Jake Hamer, M.D.
Jennifer A. Hartman, OTR
Hill Hastings II, M.D.
Richard S. Idler, M.D
J. Robin Janson, MS, OTR, CHT
Thomas D. Kaplan, M.D.
Mary Kasch, OTR/L, CHT, FAOTA
Christy F. Kellams, M.D.
William B. Kleinman, M.D.
Jody L. Lee, MS, OTR
Larry R. Lett, M.D.
Suzanne B. Lewis, OTR, CHT
Tammy McKee, MS, OTR, CHT
Todd E. Meller, MS, OTR, CHT
Gregory A. Merrell, M.D.
Alexander D. Mih, M.D.
Anne L. Mummert, OTR, CHT
Karen K. Nordin, OTR, CHT
Christina K. Payne, OTR, CHT
Jill A. Ridge, MS, OTR, CHT
Sally L. Roscetti, OTR, CHT
J. Mark Schramm, MD
Sarah L. Scott, PA-C
Patricia A. Taylor, PT, CHT
William R. Truluck, D.O.
J. Clinton Walker, M.D.
Kimberly J. Walters, OTR, CHT
Scott M. Wein, M.D.
Amanda E. Wickenkamp, OTR
PROGRAM
WEDNESDAY, May 7th
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Registration
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Exhibitor Set-up
THURSDAY, May 8th
7:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Desk Open
7:00 am - 8:30 am Continental Breakfast
7:30 am - 6:30 pm Vendor Exhibits
8:00 am -12:00 pm Lecture Presentations
- Treatment of Distal Radius Fractures with Plate Fixation
- Progression of Rehabilitation for Radius Fractures With Plate Fixation
- Rehabilitation Approaches for Upper Extremity “Tendinitis”
- Effective Application of Iontophoresis and Phonophoresis
- Understanding Prescription Medications for Upper Extremity Pain
- Techniques to Effectively Influence Surface Scar Formation
- So, If it isn’t Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, What Would it Be?
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch & shop on your own
1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Lecture Presentations
- Management of Dupuytren’s Contracture “Without” Surgical Intervention
- Potential Future Application of Cartilage Replacement for Upper Extremity Joint Resurfacing
- Understanding Wound Vacs & Indications for the Upper Extremity
- Current Surgical Procedures for Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Rehabilitation for Insitu Cubital Release & Submuscular Transposition of the Ulnar Nerve
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm “After Hours” Optional Panel Discussions
- Surgical & Non-Surgical Management of Upper Extremity Fractures & Dislocations
- Coding for Hand Therapy Services
- Orthotics – Innovative & Time-Saving Tips for Splinting
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Exhibitors’ Reception & Raffle!
FRIDAY, May 9th
7:00 am – 8:30 am Continental Breakfast
7:30 am – 5:00 pm Information Desk Open
7:30 am – 4:00 pm Vendor Exhibits Open
8:00 am –12:00 pm Lecture Presentations
- Congenital Anomalies of the Upper Extremity & Indications for Surgery
- Maximizing Excursion of Flexor Tendons
- Management of Ligament Injuries of the Upper Extremity
- Rehabilitation for Collateral Ligament Injuries
- Understanding Heterotrophic Ossification & the Implications for Therapy
- Non-Surgical & Surgical Management of Radial Head Fractures
- Rehabilitation for Radial Head Fractures
- Jamar Dynamometer: Interesting Facts & Considerations for Grip Strength Testing
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch & shop on your own
1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Lecture Presentations
- Mechanical Disorders of the Distal Forearm: Too Loose…Too Tight
- Restoring Forearm Range-of-Motion Without Increasing Ulnar-Sided Wrist Pain
- Understanding Secondary Procedures Combined With Rotator Cuff Tendon Repairs
- Progression of Rehabilitation following Rotator Cuff Repair
- Utilization of Cryocuffs for Upper Extremity Medical Conditions & Surgeries
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm “After Hours” Optional Panel Discussions
- Surgical & Non-Surgical Management of Tendon Injuries
- Accreditation Requirements for Medicare Part B Providers of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics & Orthotics (DMEPOS)
- Helpful Suggestions & Therapists’ Experiences Preparing for the CHT Exam
CADAVER DISSECTION ANATOMY LAB & SPLINTING LAB
SATURDAY, May 10th
Participants will rotate through individual lab stations throughout the morning. The anatomy lab will consist of cadaver dissections of the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow and shoulder. Surgeons and therapists will provide detailed information on the anatomy and highlight medical conditions or factors that could influence the course of rehabilitation. In complement to the anatomy lab there will be a splinting lab. The splinting lab will provide an opportunity for the faculty to demonstrate and fabricate custom-fabricated splints or orthoses for the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow and shoulder. Therapists will share the steps for fabricating specific splints, offer interesting splint designs, discuss HCPCS coding of the various orthoses, and address problem-solving for splinting challenges. A lab manual will be provided with illustrations of the anatomy and steps for fabricating the splints that are demonstrated.
7:00 am - 8:00 am Continental Breakfast
8:00 am – 12:00 pm Anatomy & Splinting Lab
12:00 pm Meeting Adjourns
HOTEL RESERVATIONS
Hotel reservations may be made directly with the hotel. The deadline for the special rates at the hotel is April 18th. It is extremely important to make your hotel reservations as early as possible! Be sure to make the reservation before the cut off date as downtown Indianapolis is extremely busy in the spring.
Indianapolis Marriott Downtown Hotel
350 West Maryland Street Standard Room $161
Let the hotel know you will be Indianapolis, IN 46225 [Single/Double Occupancy] attending Hand Care 2008! Telephone: 1-800-228-9290
For online reservations: www.indymarriott.com
Enter code “ihcihca” for the group discount
GENERAL INFORMATION
MEETING LOCATION
Indianapolis Marriott Downtown Hotel
350 West Maryland Street
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Phone: 800.228.9290
Phone: 317.822.3500
FAX: 317.951.0300
Terrific, upscale shopping in downtown Indianapolis one block from the hotel, along with a large number of great restaurants & entertainment!
The hotel complies with ADA guidelines and is wheelchair accessible.
CANCELLATIONS
Payment less a $125.00 cancellation fee will be refunded as long as written notification is received a minimum of 10 days before the meeting.
COURSE MEETING PLANNERS
Jacqueline Day
Nancy Keys
Angela Koszyk
Nancy Cannon
FACULTY DISCLOSURE
As a sponsor accredited by the Indiana State Medical Association, St. Vincent Hospital must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all sponsored education programs. All faculty participating in these programs must disclose any relationship they may have with any commercial entity which has a bearing on the topic of presentation that may pose a conflict of interest with regard to their contribution to the program. These forms will be available for review in your course materials.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
Hand Care 2008 constitutes 18 contact hours of continuing education credits, plus two optional hours. The contact hours may be applied to “Category A”
recertification requirements for HTCC.
This course is an AOTA Approved Provider Program. AOTA will determine the number of CEUs for this course. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content or clinical procedures by AOTA.
SPECIAL FUNCTION
An exhibitors’ reception is planned for Thursday, May 8th, immediately following the “After Hours” Optional Panel Discussions. This will provide an opportunity to see the newest products in upper extremity rehabilitation and participate in a raffle to support the American Hand Therapy Foundation!
A great opportunity to relax and have fun!
REGISTRATION PACKET
Each participant will receive a registration packet complete with outlines and/or reference lists of the lecture presentations, panel sessions and the anatomy and splinting lab. In addition, promotional items from vendors, information on “things to do” in Indianapolis, and a complimentary Hand Care T-shirt from The Hand Rehabilitation Center of Indiana will be given to participants attending the meeting.
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