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Advanced Diabetes Case Management: Skills Update for 2007
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No dates are currently scheduled for this seminar.

A SKILLS UPDATE FOR 2007
A comprehensive One-Day Workshop
focusing on the use of oral medications, insulin, and carbohydrate/insulin ratios in diabetes case management. Explore the latest research and technologies available for diabetes management.


HIGHLIGHTING…
Latest update on oral medication use for diabetes management
  Pattern Management: How can we help with blood glucose control?
  Insulin pump initiation and management
  Carbohydrate counting: Utilizing carbohydrate/insulin ratio's for blood glucose control
  New Technologies: Exploring new products, islet cell transplants, pattern management tools and more
  Case Studies: Practical applications




Instructed By:
MARLI J. CARLSON, BA, BPA, RD, CDE
Practicing Clinician, National Lecturer

PURPOSE & CONCEPT…

This vital one-day workshop, designed to challenge both the skilled and novice clinician, provides health care professionals with the most recent clinical recommendations for diabetes management. Attendees will take an advanced look at pattern management for individuals with diabetes. This interactive workshop will utilize the latest technological advances in diabetes care, along with case studies to help incorporate diabetes standards of care into your current practice.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND…

This exciting workshop is intended for anyone involved in the care of the diabetic patient, challenging both the skilled and novice clinician alike. Specifically, it will benefit:
Registered Dietitians Dietary Managers
Nurses   Diabetes Educators

BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES…

At the conclusion of the workshop the successful participant will be able to:
Identify the mechanism of action for the different classes of oral hypoglycemic agents.
Explain pattern management.
Explain the use of carbohydrate to insulin ratios.
Identify the appropriate candidate for insulin pump therapy.
Identify the latest advances in diabetes management.


WORKSHOP CURRICULUM…

1. Oral Hypoglycemic Agents
Site of action, function, nursing implications for each class of medication
Choosing medications to reach target goals
Insulin resistance and oral meds: How to help glucose control
Pattern management case studies
2. Insulin Injections and Pumps
Selecting types of insulin
Adjusting for exercise, hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia
Insulin pump initiation and management
Controlling blood glucose in the acute care setting
Pattern Management case studies.
3. Nutrition
Carbohydrate counting
Net carbs: How to use this info for diabetes
Insulin and Carbohydrate ratios
Adjusting carbohydrate intake for exercise
Treatment of Gastroparesis
4. NEW TECHNOLOGIES
Glucose monitors
Pattern management tools
Oral, inhaled insulin
Injection devices
Pancreas transplantation


ON-SITE SEMINARS AVAILABLE…

If you have a group of 15 or more, it may be financially beneficial to schedule a seminar at your facility. Call or email onsite@academymedical.com for more information.


WORKSHOP FACULTY…

Enjoy an exciting and educational day with Marli J. Carlson, BA-BPA, RD, CDE, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator with a Bachelor of Science degree with a coordinated program in dietetics and a Bachelor of Business and Public Administration degree from the University of North Dakota. Marli has 11 years of experience in the field of diabetes education. She has worked in hospital settings, outpatient counseling, nursing homes and insulin pump programs. She is also an insulin pump trainer and has been wearing a pump for several years. Marli has been a guest lecturer in various academic settings and provides continuing education programs for nurses and dietitians for the Upper Peninsula Diabetes Outreach Network of Michigan.

Marli became a certified diabetes educator in 2000. She is the past president for the Upper Peninsula District Dietetic Association in Michigan. She is actively involved with the Michigan Organization of Diabetes Educators.


GENERAL INFORMATION...

REGISTRATION:

You may register on-line by choosing one of the dates at the top of the page or print out the PDF and simply complete the enrollment form and enclose the appropriate tuition fee (or credit card info). For those participants requiring hospital authorization, pre-enroll by phone once approval is received (checks can arrive after enrollment). Payment must be received prior to workshop date. Confirmation will be provided upon enrollment. No tape recorders please.

Seminar Workbook included in price.

Personalized Certificates of Completion (CE validation) will be provided at the end of the workshop. Registrations made inside of 10 days of event will receive Certificates in the mail.

Tuition and travel/meal expenses related to professional education may be tax deductible (consult your tax advisor for more details)
TUITION: $5.00 Online Discount with online registration included below!
Number of Registrants Regular Price Early Registration Discount (See Above)
1   $134   $119
2-4   $124 each   $114 each
5-9   $114 each   $104 each
10+   Only $99.00 (must be received 10 days prior to workshop)
Walk-Ins: (if space is available): $154 each

HOURS: 

Registration: 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Program Start: 8:00 a.m.
Lunch: (On your own)
Program Ends: 3:00 p.m.
ACCREDITATION:
Nurses: Nursing professionals will receive 7.2 contact hours for this course.
Academy Medical Systems is an Approved Provider of continuing nursing education by the Michigan Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission (ANCC) on Accreditation. ANCC is accepted by most State Nursing Boards in the U.S. Academy Medical Systems is also an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP14413 and the Florida Board of Nursing BRN #2450.
Dietitians and Registered Dietetic Technicians: Academy Medical Systems is a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Accredited Provider with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Registered dietitians (RDs) and dietetic technicians, registered (DTRs) will receive 6 continuing professional education units (CPEUs) for completion of this program.
Certified Diabetes Educators: Academy Medical Systems' approved Provider Status with the ANCC (nurses) and the CDR (dietitians) is recognized by the National Certification Board of Diabetes Educators (NCBDE). Nurses will receive 7.2 contact hours and Dietitans will receive 6.0 continuing professional education units for this course.
Certified Athletic Trainers: will receive 6 CEU’s for this workshop. Academy Medical Systems is recognized by the Board of Certification (BOC) to offer continuing education for certified athletic trainers – Provider # P925.

Not all accreditations listed due to limited space. Please call with questions.


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