4th Annual Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Symposium
October 29, 2009
InterContinental Hotel & Bank of America Conference Center,
Cleveland, Ohio
Description
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can become a chronic, debilitating condition affecting the trauma survivor, family and community. PTSD is commonly associated with the veteran due to the high stress of war. Attending to the needs of individuals exposed to trauma requires sensitivity, professional acuity and clinical skill. The purpose of this activity is to educate professionals how to properly diagnose and provide the best clinical treatment for those who suffer from PTSD and comorbid disorders.
Target Audience
Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Primary Care Physicians, Emergency Room Physicians, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Licensed Counselors, Chemical Dependency Professionals, Social Workers, Pastoral Counselors, Ministers and other healthcare professionals who are involved in the diagnosis and treatment of PTSD.
Objectives
Upon completion of this symposium, the participant will be able to:
- Review innovations, current research and recent findings related to the study of PTSD and comorbid disorders
- Acquire new knowledge and clinical skills in the field of treating trauma and comorbid disorders to improve patient care
- Describe three or more clinical interventions and best practices in the treatment of trauma, for the patient and family
- Develop the ability to differentially diagnose comorbid disorders frequently found in patients struggling with trauma
- Define eclectic strategies to reduce presence of depression and substance abuse disorders when treating patients suffering with PTSD
Co-Directors
| Joseph W. Janesz, PhD, PCC, LICDC, CRC Director of Outpatient Executive and Professional Program Alcohol & Drug Recovery Center Department of Psychiatry and Psychology Neurological Institute Cleveland Clinic |
Bridget Dwyer, MA, PCC Professional Clinical Counselor Alcohol & Drug Recovery Center Department of Psychiatry and Psychology Neurological Institute Cleveland Clinic |
Symposium Faculty
Terence M. Keane, PhD |
| Donald Meichenbaum, PhD Distinguished Professor Emeritus University of Waterloo Ontario, Canada Research Director, The Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention and Treatment Miami, FL |
| David J. Muzina, MD Director, Center for Mood Disorders Treatment & Research Department of Psychiatry and Psychology Neurological Institute Cleveland Clinic Cleveland, OH |
Agenda
| THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2009 | |
| 7:00 am | Registration & Continental Breakfast Bank of America Conference Center – 3rd Floor |
| 8:00 am | Welcome / Introduction - Joseph W. Janesz, PhD & Bridget Dwyer, MA, PCC |
| 8:15 am | Keynote Address: New Developments in the Treatment of PTSD - Terence M. Keane, PhD |
| 10:00 am | Refreshment Break |
| 10:15 am | Treatment of Individuals with PTSD and Comorbid Disorders: Practical Clinical Interventions – Part I - Donald Meichenbaum, PhD |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:00 pm | Treatment of Individuals with PTSD and Comorbid Disorders: Practical Clinical Interventions – Part II - Donald Meichenbaum, PhD |
| 3:40 pm | Refreshment Break / Exhibits |
| 3:55 pm | Panel Discussion: PTSD and Co-occurring
Disorders
Dissociative Disorders - Terence M. Keane, PhD Mood Disorders - David J. Muzina, MD Substance Use Disorders - Joseph W. Janesz, PhD |
| 5:00 pm | Evaluation of Symposium |
| 5:15 pm | Adjournment / Receive Certificates |
Location
InterContinental Hotel & Bank of America Conference Center
9801 Carnegie Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106
Phone: 216-707-4100 or 877-707-8999
Hotel Accommodations
A block of rooms has been reserved at the InterContinental Hotel & Bank of America Conference Center. To make your reservation, contact the hotel directly at 216-707-4000 or 877-707-8999 and mention the “Cleveland Clinic Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Symposium” to receive the special rate of $169 per night plus tax. To secure this rate, you must make your reservation by 5:00 pm (EST) September 25, 2009. Online booking code is EU3.
Parking
Self parking is available in the Visitor’s Parking Garage #2 located at 100th Street & Carnegie for a charge of $10 per day. Access to the InterContinental Hotel from the garage is on the 3rd floor via the skyway. The InterContinental Hotel has valet parking for $10 per day or $24 for overnight. Maps and directions are available at www.ClevelandClinic.org.
Additional Information
For further information about this symposium, contact Monet Smith at:
Local: 216-444-9380
Toll Free: 800-223-2273 x49380
Email: smithm8@ccf.org
For questions about registering online, call 216-448-0777 or email CMEregistration@ccf.org.
Faculty Disclosure
The Cleveland Clinic Foundation Center for Continuing Education has implemented a policy to comply with the current Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education Standards for Commercial Support requiring resolution of all faculty conflicts of interest. Faculty declaring a relevant commercial interest will be identified in the activity syllabus.
Americans with Disabilities Act
The Cleveland Clinic Foundation Center for Continuing Education fully intends to comply with the legal requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need assistance, please notify Monet Smith at 216-444-9380 at least two weeks prior to the activity.
Accreditation
The Cleveland Clinic Foundation Center for Continuing Education is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Cleveland Clinic Foundation Center for Continuing Education designates this educational activity for a maximum of 7.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Participants claiming CME credit from this activity may submit the credit hours to the American Osteopathic Association Council on Continuing Medical Education for Category 2 credit.
Ohio Psychological Association – OPA-MCE Approved Provider – Approved for 7.75 credits.
Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) – Approved for 7.75 clock hours.
Employee Assistance Certification Commission – Approved for 7.5 PDHs, Domain II, III. You must attend the entire symposium to obtain credit.
Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board – Approved for 7.75 RCHs.
State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board – Approved for 7.75 clock hours.
Occupational Therapy – Approved for 7.75 contact hours by the OT section of the Ohio OTPTAT Board.
Cleveland Clinic (OH-045/10-01-12) is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Ohio Nurses Association (OBN-001-91), an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
Registration & Cancellation
Registration deadline is 5:00 pm (EST), Tuesday, October 27, 2009. A request for a refund must be received in writing by October 14, 2009. No refunds will be given after October 14, but registration is transferable for this course only through October 29, 2009. A $50 cancellation fee will be deducted from the refund for all cancellations.
Online Registration/Fees
Registration fee includes registration materials, continental breakfast, breaks and lunch.
| Category | Full Course |
|---|---|
| Physician / PhD | $200.00 |
| Resident / Fellow | $150.00 |
| Nurse / Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant | $150.00 |
| Counselor / Social Worker | $150.00 |
| Allied Health / Other | $150.00 |
| Comprecare Care Affiliate | $130.00 |
| CCF Alumnus | $120.00 |
| Student | $50.00 |
| CCHS Physician | $200.00 |
| CCHS Employees / Resident / Fellow / Nurse | $100.00 |
| CCF Staff | $125.00 |
| CCF Employees / Resident / Fellow / Nurse | $100.00 |
