Principles of Prevention
Paul Batchelor
This session provides a framework that underpins the approach to preventative measures. It outlines the issues that need to be considered when determining how best to provide effective and efficient care.
Clinical Priorities
StJohn Crean
This session describes how to develop a prioritisation approach for treatment planning. It outlines how to grade presenting conditions, identify priorities and how to approach the timing of interventions.
Reflective Practice
Mike Mulcahy
This session describes the principles and techniques of reflective practice, and how to incorporate them into everyday primary or secondary care clinical practice.
Teamworking in a Multidisciplinary Team
Stephen Henderson
This session will describe the General Dental Council's (GDC) expectations for multidisciplinary teams (MDT). It will also review how consent for treatment should be obtained in MDT.
THE OTHER VITAMINS ODO001/004/05/2017 ; ODO001/013/07/2020 2GEN
Dr Nina Kriel
As eyecare practitioners, we place so much emphasis is on the antioxidants, vitamins A, C and E, that we sometimes forget about the others. While researching the glaucoma issue (Synapse Academy Volume 5 Issue 1), I came across an article in Science which showed that high doses of vitamin B3 can prevent, slow or stop glaucoma i....
The Power of Persistence: Promoting Motivation, Self-Regulation, and Engagement for Struggling Readers
Dr. Amy Elleman
This session will cover the research being conducted on strategies to promote growth mindset and perseverance for struggling readers.
Teaching the Dyslexic Student
Cathy Kolb and Tracy Bramel
Cathy Kolb and Tracy Bramel demonstrate hands-on methods for teaching students with dyslexia and other reading/writing disabilities.
METFORMIN ODO001/009/11/2017; ODO001/003/08/2020 1 GEN
Dr Nina Kriel
Today, metformin (Glucophage) is the most widely prescribed first oral medication for patients with type II diabetes (DM II). It is included in the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines and recommended as first and monotherapy by the American Diabetes Association in their updated (2017) position statement.
Popular Music Education and Modern Band
Mark Hale
This session is centered on the belief that all people are musical, demonstrated quickly and in an enjoyable manner for all ages by leveraging the musical choices of the individual.
Organized Chaos
Dr. Chikizie O Madu
Organized Chaos refers to adopting teaching principles that insist on putting students learning first even when it does not fit the “norm”.
Using Zoom with Littles.
Natalie Beach
This session accompanies the session "Online Learning for Littles." It gives specific instructions on the use of the Zoom platform with young children.
Remote Teaching - A Beginner's Guide
Tim Childers
Tim Childers provides the basic knowledge needed as an educator begins to create online learning content for his/her students.
Educator Mental Health Series: Crisis Intervention
Dr. Betty Kohal
Educators will be able to identify types of crises that may occur and learn the behaviors to employ following such a crisis.
An Introduction to Antiqued Mirror and Decorative Glass
Dominic Schuster
This presentation is an introduction to origins, use and application of decorative antiqued mirror and glass.
Meeting the Global Care Needs of Persons Living with the Challenges of Dementia
Dr Mary Sue Howlett
1.75 Hours
The lived experience of persons with reversible and irreversible dementias is unique and challenging. The purpose of this program is to present evidence-based updates on the pathophysiology and nursing care needs of persons who are living with progressive memory illnesses and their family members. This program meets the 2022 Mas....
PART II - The Restorative Impact of Perceived Open Space
Sky Factory
In Part II, we explore the hidden impact of enclosed interiors. Citing published studies, we explore the limited success building standards like BREEAM, WELL, and LEED have encountered when dealing with isolated interiors. Viable solutions to mitigate the deleterious impact of isolated interiors require a new cognitive architect....
Building a Successful RTI Program
Trey Duke & Sharron Hofer
Trey Duke and Sharron Hofer explain how the RTI program has evolved and progressed in their school district.
Literacy Strategies for English Language Learners
Tanya Hill
This session will explain the misconceptions about English language learners and offer concrete examples of how you can accommodate ELLs so that they can become successful readers in your classroom.
Riparian and Littoral Law Tutorial 2
Ms Laura Ayers JD
The course is part 2 of an overview of New York State (primarily) Riparian and Littoral Law with emphasis on determining ownership of lands under water and boundary lines defined by water and watercourses. It begins with an introduction to surveying principles to resolve disputes, particularly with respect to apportioning out r....
Anaphylaxis Recognition and Management
Dr James Fanelli OD
This course examines examines the recognition and management of anaphylaxis, and its close semblance to a vaso vagal response in its initial stages. The pathophysiology and systemic manifestations are discussed as well as the evaluation of patients undergoing the anaphylactic cascade. In addition, initial management of the condi....
When to Apply Therapeutic Contact Lens Options
Dr Jennifer Harthan OD, FAAO
This one-hour course reviews therapeutic contact lens options and when to utilize their application for patients with a variety of ocular conditions. Complications and troubleshooting tips will be reviewed. Management of these conditions through rapid fire case presentation will be discussed.
Arthritis and Aromatherapy
Mrs Penny Price M.Ed
With an increasing ageing population, it is probable that therapists will encounter more clients with this painful and debilitating condition. How can we be effective in our treatments for this client group? This informative course gives the therapist the opportunity to look at gout, rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, medications t....
VCS 2020: Predicting likelihood of in vivo chemotherapy response in canine lymphoma using ex vivo drug sensitivity and immunophenotyping data in a machine learning model
Sungwon Lim
How can we largely improve ex vivo prediction power by incorporating machine learning-based A.I. algorithms that compile immunophenotyping data and drug sensitivity results? Exam offered and MVMA CE certificate issued following presentation.
VCS 2020: First in Patient trial of High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for treatment of canine solid tumors.
Jennifer Carroll
State the most common adverse event(s) seen in canine patients undergoing HIFU for the treatment of subcutaneous solid tumors. Exam offered and MVMA CE certificate issued following presentation.
VCS 2020: Safety evaluation of low dose meloxicam with toceranib phosphate (Palladia) in cancer bearing cats: a phase I dose-finding study
Sam Keepman
Preliminary data show that the combination of Palladia (standard dose) with low-dose meloxicam in cats with cancer is well-tolerated, with adequate safety documented in patients receiving a dose intensity of at least 0.01mg/kg meloxicam once daily, or 0.02mg/kg every other day. Exam offered and MVMA CE certificate issued follow....