What’s Trending In HEALTHCARE 2018 Annual Medical Seminar on Workers’ Compensation February 25 - 27, 2018 | Francis Marion Hotel, Charleston, SC
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What’s Trending In HEALTHCARE Sunday, February 25, 2018
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ealtchare is a constant evolving field. Professionals in the field are challenged with staying current and applying new techniques in order to provide the very best in patient outcomes. During the 2018 Medical Seminar on Workers’ Compensation, we will spend time expanding our knowledge on new procedures and treatments while meeting and conducting business with an improved or more efficient way to service your clients.
12:30 pm – 5:00 pm Registration 2:00 pm – 6:30 pm Exhibit Hall Open 2:00 pm – 2:15 pm Welcome & Opening Remarks Lana H. Sims, Jr., Esq., Adams and Reese, LLP, Columbia, SC President, SC Workers’ Compensation Educational Association 2:15 pm – 2:45 pm State of the Commission Commissioners from the SC Workers’ Compensation Commission Gary M. Cannon, Executive Director 2:45 pm – 3:15 pm Networking Break 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm Surgical and Technological Innovations and Advancements in Upper Extremity Prosthetics R. Glenn Gaston, MD, OrthoCarolina, Charlotte, NC Bryan J. Loeffler, MD, OrthoCarolina, Charlotte, NC
Novel surgical procedures have recently been developed to improve the human - myoelectric prosthesis interface for upper extremity amputees. These surgical procedures can improve pain and wear ability of a prosthesis, while enabling enhanced intuitive control of these prosthetics. The presentation will describe these procedures as well as provide an update on technological advancements available for patients with upper extremity amputations.
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Physiatry in Workers’ Comp: A Solution Whose Time Has Come Shilpa Kasuganti, MD, The Rehab Center, Charlotte, NC
The medical specialty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, or physiatry, is a versatile discipline that is directly relevant to many of the
medical needs of Workers’ Comp patients, but has been largely overlooked. Physiatrists deal with orthopedic and musculoskeletal issues from a non-operative perspective, and typically have access to a range of non-invasive treatment modalities, often working in tandem with other disciplines. Most injured workers do not require surgery, and often the time spent conducting various tests to rule out the need for a surgical procedure can be used more efficiently. In addition to providing a comprehensive, conservative approach to sprains, strains and non-surgical injuries, some physiatrists obtain advanced training in brain injury, and can appropriately diagnose and treat concussions, without requiring access to a neurologist, an ever-more difficult pursuit. This presentation will provide an overview of the field of physiatry, and specifically its relevance to Workers’ Compensation cases, especially for early intervention.
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Understanding Electronic Healthcare Records Mary Ellen Haile, Director of EHR, Palmetto Health Richland, Columbia, SC
Gone are the days of caregivers thumbing through charts to find critical information on a patient. Digital technology has transformed our daily lives, our communications and our healthcare records. Electronic Healthcare Records (EHRs) have both advocates and critics. During this session, you will learn the advantages for caregivers and patients using this tool to access test results, treat using evidencebased care, manage prescriptions, schedule appointments, track preventative care and tailor patient education. Increased quality, cost reduction, access to care, the flow of information and concerns of medical identity theft will also be discussed.
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Exhibitors’ Reception
Monday, February 26, 2018 7:30 am – 8:30 am Breakfast 8:30 am – 11:00 am Registration 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Exhibit Hall Open 8:30 am – 9:30 am The 411 on Tapering Mark Pew, PRIUM, Duluth, GA
For years, there has been significant focus on reducing opioid and other painkiller distribution in both acute and chronic pain patients. Management of these drugs and the increased related deaths have made this a household concern. Learn when and how opioids and other drugs should be used, the impact of mixing alcohol, complications and alternative treatments, and the tapering process for your clients.
9:30 am – 10:30 am Overcoming Case Manager Hurdles Tearsa White, Strategic Comp, Columbia, SC Lisa Hollifield, Southern Rehabilitation Network, Raleigh, NC Dan Addison, Hedrick Gardner, Columbia, SC Matt Jackson, Joye Law Firm, Charleston, SC
Every profession has its barriers. This panel will review the important role of a case manager in the workers’ compensation field and the best practices for moving a claim forward. Some of the hurdles include managing claims of prisoners and those with infectious disease.
10:30 am – 11:00 am Networking Break 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Managing and Preventing Worker Injuries Jan W. Braunstein, PT, CFE, CEAS, BenchMark Rehabilitation Services, Atlanta, GA
Preventing worker injuries and making workplaces safer is a day-to-day goal for everyone. This session will review the ergonomic risk factors, common spinal disorders, the obesity impact, treatment goals and post rehab-work conditioning of today’s workforce.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Exhibitors’ Reception
Tuesday, February 27, 2018 8:00 am – 9:00 am Breakfast with the Commissioners
An interactive Question and Answer session with the SC Workers’ Compensation Commissioners
9:00 am – 10:00 am Overview of SC Vocational Rehabilitation Services Matt Daugherty, SC Vocational Rehabilitation Department, Columbia, SC
Helping injured workers reach their employment goals is a significant part of the workers’ compensation process. Through 32 locations across the state, the SC Vocational Rehabilitation Department (VR) helps individuals with disabilities become and stay employed and businesses find and keep talent. This session will describe the services VR provides to accomplish those goals.
10:00 am – 11:00 am The Transformation of Healthcare through Telemedicine Ann Schnure, Concentra, Cincinnati Area, KY
The ability to deliver care when and where patients need it most in an effective and costefficient manner through a virtual connection is on the rise and transforming healthcare for our workforce. Learn how telemedicine will impact workers’ compensation with the delivery and service needs to employees, employers and payers.
11:00 am – 12:00 pm Hypnosis for Pain Alleviation: Enchanting relief without medication G. Fredric Mau, Watermark & Brief Counseling, Columbia, SC
Hypnosis is the oldest Western conception of psychotherapy. Substantive research including modern neuroimaging reveals why it is successful in the treatment of numerous psychological and medical conditions including pain management. During this session, Dr. Mau will demonstrate hypnosis and share how it is used with injured workers.
12:00 pm Closing Remarks
SPONSORSHIPS & ADS
Several sponsorship opportunities are available for you to market to this group of Workers’ Comp professionals. All sponsors will be recognized in the conference program, from the podium and through signage at the selected event(s). Select your choices early. The deadline to sponsor is February 2, 2018. Break Sponsor q 1 break at $300 q 2 breaks at $600 I prefer a beverage break on: q Sun, Feb 25 (afternoon) q Mon, Feb 26 (morning) Exhibitor Reception Sponsor at $500 q Sun, Feb 25 q Mon, Feb 26 Breakfast Sponsor at $500 q Mon, Feb 26 q Tues, Feb 27 Ad in Program (specs provided when purchased) q Full Page at $500 q Half Page at $250 USB Drive Sponsor at $700
General Information Accommodations Francis Marion Hotel 387 King Street | Charleston, SC 29403 Reservations...... 1.843.722.0600 Group Rate........ $139 +tax Group Code...... SC Workers 18 Hotel Cutoff...... January 24, 2018
or while rooms last!
Only seminar attendees will be allowed to obtain the special group rate. The SCWCEA will remove non-registrants from our room block if there is not a matching registration. 2018 Membership must be paid before registering to receive the member discount. Registration Online................ www.scwcea.org Fax..................... 803.407.3361 Mail.................... SCWCEA 3 Cavendish Court | Irmo, SC 29063 Registration Policies • Payment must accompany registration form. No registration will be processed without full payment. • Early registration ends February 2, 2018. • Individuals who submit registration payment as a current SCWCEA member and are not, will be processed automatically at the appropriate non-member rate. Cancellation Policy If received in writing before February 2, 2018, SCWCEA will refund your meeting registration, less a $40 administrative charge.
Refunds will not be made after that date for any registrations or no shows. Cancellation requests should be sent to donna@scwcea. org or by fax to 803.407.3361. We will confirm receipt of your notification. Membership 2018 SCWCEA membership dues must be paid in advance of all Medical Seminar registrations in order to receive the member discounted rate. To become a member of the SCWCEA, you may download an application from our website at http://www.scwcea.org/join.html Exhibitors A limited number of exhibit booths are available during this seminar. Exhibitor registration, floor plan and details can be found on the SCWCEA website at www.scwcea.org. Special Accommodations If you require special accommodations to fully participate, please email a brief description to
[email protected]. Continuing Education Credits CEU’s and CLE’s have been applied for with the following licensing agencies. Please check the website for updates on hours awarded. • CCMC/ CDMS/ CRCC • NCDOI • SC Supreme Court – CLE’s • NC State Bar
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