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The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Update for Complex Older Patients

The hard truth is that healthcare professionals delivering geriatric care need to be top-notch clinicians. The skill set required demands a wide variety of expertise including pharmacology updates, challenging geriatric behaviors, infectious disease management, changes in dementia treatments, nutritional concerns, legal risks, strength and conditioning goals, and more — to treat the growing demands of your complex older adult patients.

How can you, or any clinician for that matter, possibly provide complete geriatric care?

You can today by registering for the most powerful geriatric event – the 2023 Geriatric Certification Summit! You'll become a geriatric advocate....with all the answers!

Grab your front-row seat for Keynote Lori La Bey, founder of Alzheimer's Speaks. She was recognized by Sharecare and Dr. Oz as the #1 influencer online for Alzheimer's Disease. Maria Shriver honors Lori as an “Architect of Change” for humanity and Oprah named her a “Health Hero.” Lori's passion and family member insight will provide an important perspective into caregiving!

Then pick and choose from the total 38.5 CE hours available (including up to 6.75 pharmacology CE hours) and unlock the knowledge from a multidisciplinary panel of 20 geriatric authorities... from physicians, nurse practitioners, an elder law attorney and dietitian, to physical therapists, occupational therapists and more!

THAT's NOT ALL! You can become a Certified Geriatric Care Professional! CGCP certification is a $249.99 value but certification is FREE with your registration! (Professional standards apply, see www.evergreencertifications.com/CGCP for full details.)

2023 Geriatric Certification Summit

Live Online Event: September 28 & 29, 2023
$2,399.80 Total Value
Just $499.99 Today!
 
Earn up to 38.5 hours, including up to 6.75 Pharmacology CE hours!
Click here for ASHA (SLP) credit details. Click here for Credit hours breakdown.
Not sure of your schedule? No problem! Pre-order the self-study version here!

FREE BONUS! CGCP Certification (a $249.99 value) included!
Advance Your Geriatric Skill Set....

You know what it's like to go home after your shift and wonder if you gave your very best to each patient. When the days are so hectic, it can be difficult to stay up to date.

Register now for the most powerful geriatric event – the 2023 Geriatric Certification Summit - and you'll get the newest updates and best practice guidelines! What you can expect to take away:
  1. Select the best medications for memory, cognition, and dementia-related behaviors  
  2. Recalibrate care to retain & secure staff & families 
  3. Review the Institute for Healthcare Improvement 4Ms framework for geriatric assessments 
  4. Apply concepts of person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally informed care 
  5. Effective geropsych behavioral interventions for older adults with cognitive disorders 
  6. Current vaccination recommendations for geriatric patients
  7. Strategize to deliver risk factor modification for heart failure 
  8. Integrate CDC STEADI fall prevention guidelines  
  9. Explain the components of a comprehensive dementia work-up 
  10. Identify the barriers to care for LGBTQ+ older adults 
  11. Identify the elements of a thorough medication history and reconciliation 
  12. Delve into nutritional controversies – including therapeutic diets 
  13. Increase elder law knowledge to reduce professional risk
  14. Evaluate screening tools available for the treatment of pain in older adults 

Summit Highlights
  • Live Online Event: September 28 & 29, 2023 -or- Access the Training Course afterward to watch on your own schedule
  • Earn your Geriatric Care Professional Certification
  • Updates from 20 geriatric authorities – physicians, nurse practitioners, an elder law attorney, and dietitian, to physical therapists, occupational therapists, and more!
  • Featuring Keynote Lori La Bey, founder of Alzheimer’s Speaks & named “Health Hero & Alzheimer’s Empath” by O Magazine
  • Earn up to 38.5 CE hours & up to 6.75 pharmacology CE hours!
  • Includes 15 FREE bonus videos to watch at your convenience
  • Must-know topics include pharmacology updates, challenging geriatric behaviors, infectious disease management, changes in dementia treatments, nutritional concerns, legal risks, strength and conditioning needs, and more!
  • Learn the very latest evidence – and the practice changes to implement
  • Designed for: Nurse Practitioners, Advance Practice Registered Nurses, Nurses, Physician Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Nursing Home Administrators, Social Workers
2023 Geriatric Certification Summit
Live Online Event: September 28 & 29, 2023
$2,399.80 Total Value
Just $499.99 Today!
 
Earn up to 38.5 hours, including up to 6.75 Pharmacology CE hours!
Click here for ASHA (SLP) credit details. Click here for Credit hours breakdown.
Not sure of your schedule? No problem! Pre-order the self-study version here!

FREE BONUS! CGCP Certification (a $249.99 value) included!
Flexibility to meet your learning needs! Registration options include:
Live

Experience the Live Virtual Summit

September 28 & 29, 2023
  • Earn up to 38.5 hours
  • Includes up to 6.75 pharmacology CE hours
  • Get your questions answered by leading experts
  • Virtual networking with colleagues across the country
  • Video access available for 30 days afterward
Self-Study

Can't Attend Live?

Watch the Video Training Course
  • Earn up to 38.5 hours
  • Includes up to 6.75 pharmacology CE hours
  • Watch the videos at your own pace and schedule
  • Unlimited access to all summit sessions (live and bonus)
  • Completely flexible learning for your busy schedule
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2023 Geriatric Certification Summit
Live Online Event: September 28 & 29, 2023
$2,399.80 Total Value
Just $499.99 Today!
 
Earn up to 38.5 hours, including up to 6.75 Pharmacology CE hours!
Click here for ASHA (SLP) credit details. Click here for Credit hours breakdown.
Not sure of your schedule? No problem! Pre-order the self-study version here!

FREE BONUS! CGCP Certification (a $249.99 value) included!
Live Sessions – September 28 & 29, 2023
Join your trailblazing expert presenters who walk the talk. They see geriatric patients in their respective specialized care practices. Not only will they convey the latest evidence, but they will also deliver tips and advice learned through their extensive patient care experiences.
Lori La Bey
Recalibrating Care to Retain & Secure Staff & Families
Thursday, September 28 | 9:00 am – 10:00 am Central Time

Lori La Bey is a passionate advocate who searches for ways to shift our dementia care culture from crisis to comfort around the world. She was recognized by Sharecare and Dr. Oz as the #1 influencer online for Alzheimer's Disease. Maria Shriver honors Lori as an “Architect of Change” for humanity and Oprah named her a “Health Hero.” As a professional speaker and daughter of a mother with dementia for over thirty years, Lori understands the existing challenges that geriatric healthcare professionals are faced with. Through Lori's webinar and video series, her ultimate goal is to connect people to best practices and facilitate needed conversations regarding dementia care worldwide.
  • How we attract and retain staff & families 
  • Shift care culture from crisis to comfort 
  • Saving time & building teams 

Click here for information about Lori La Bey

Linda Henrich DNP RN GERO-BC NPD-BC CEN
Assessments Matter: Getting to the Core of Geriatric Care
Thursday, September 28 | 10:15 am – 12:15 pm Central Time

Linda Henrich, DNP, RN, GERO-BC, NPD-BC, CEN, is a Geriatric Nursing Practice Specialist at Kootenai Health, located in North Idaho. Linda has developed a program to improve the outcomes of our older patients who seek care in the acute care setting. Dr. Henrich has long been board certified in Geriatric Nursing through the ANCC.
  • Review the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) 4Ms framework 
  • Identify evidence-based assessment tools utilized in the comprehensive assessment of older adults 
  • Evaluate the use of various geriatric assessments 

Click here for information about Linda Henrich

Katherine King, PsyD
Effective Geropsych Behavioral Interventions for Older Adults with Cognitive Disorders
Thursday, September 28 | 12:45 pm – 2:45 pm Central Time

Katherine King, PsyD, is a licensed psychologist with advanced specialized training in geropsychology. She has worked and trained in a variety of medical and mental health care settings such as inpatient psychiatry, primary care, skilled nursing, home-based care, and elder protective services. Dr. King went on to complete a postdoctoral fellowship in geropsychology at VA Boston Healthcare System.
  • Design and implement individualized, evidence-based non-pharmacological interventions to manage eating and nutrition issues, sleep problems, aggression, and wandering in older adults with dementia 
  • Apply concepts of person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally informed care 
  • Engage in collaborative problem-solving and knowledge-sharing with other members of the healthcare team 

Click here for information about Katherine Dearborn King

Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS
Dementia: New & Life Improving Treatments
** 1.0 hour Pharmacology CE
Thursday, September 28 | 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Central Time

Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant specializing in Geriatric Internal Medicine. Steven is the co-founder of Twin Cities Physicians, which serves older adults at nearly all levels of their care. In addition to his private practice, he has been on the faculty at the University of Utah since 1994 and has been involved in medicine for over 30 years.
  • Learn about the newest medications that target and affect the underlying pathological disease process of dementia 
  • Select the best medications for memory, cognition, and dementia-related behaviors 
  • Analyze CMS treatment coverage policies 

Click here for information about Steven Atkinson

Audrey M. Stevenson, PhD, MPH, MSN, FNP-BC
Vaccine-Preventable Diseases in the Older Adult
** 30 minutes Pharmacology CE
Friday, September 29 | 9:00 am – 11:00 am Central Time

Audrey M. Stevenson, PhD, MPH, MSN, FNP-BC, is a family nurse practitioner, working in public health for the past 34 years and is the former Division Director of Family Health and Clinical Services of the Salt Lake County Health Department in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Stevenson is currently working in clinical research and teaching graduate FNP and MPH students at two universities.
  • Explain the burden of vaccine-preventable diseases in the older adult 
  • Determine current influenza vaccination recommendations  
  • Analyze additional vaccinations for geriatric patients: RSV, Pertussis, Shingles, Pneumococcal & Hepatitis 

Click here for information about Audrey M. Stevenson

Susann Varano, MD
Geriatric Pharmacology: Provide Optimal Pharmacotherapy
** 2.0 hours Pharmacology CE
Friday, September 29 | 11:15 am – 1:15 pm Central Time

Susann Varano, MD, is a Yale University-trained physician certified in internal and geriatric medicine. Her expertise is sought currently as a geriatric consultant for medically complex residents/patients and as an adjunct professor teaching geriatric coursework to physician assistant students.
  • Identify the elements of a thorough medication history and reconciliation 
  • Explore drug/drug and drug/disease risk scenarios 
  • Use the current Beers criteria to identify potentially inappropriate medications in the older adult 

Click here for information about Susann Varano

Mary Ann Rosa, DNP, GNP
Management of Heart Failure in the Older Population
** 30 minutes Pharmacology CE
Friday, September 29 | 1:45 pm – 3:45 pm Central Time

Mary Ann Rosa, DNP, GNP, is a board-certified gerontological nurse practitioner with a doctorate in nursing practice. She developed a community health heart failure disease management program for Northwell Health in NY that has become Joint Commission certified in heart failure.
  • Implement evidence-based clinical practice guidelines to improve outcomes in older patients with heart failure and complex co-morbidities 
  • Strategize to deliver risk factor modification for heart failure 
  • Establish interdisciplinary team management along with motivational interviewing to deliver patient-centered care

Click here for information about Mary Ann Rosa
2023 Geriatric Certification Summit
Live Online Event: September 28 & 29, 2023
$2,399.80 Total Value
Just $499.99 Today!
 
Earn up to 38.5 hours, including up to 6.75 Pharmacology CE hours!
Click here for ASHA (SLP) credit details. Click here for Credit hours breakdown.
Not sure of your schedule? No problem! Pre-order the self-study version here!

FREE BONUS! CGCP Certification (a $249.99 value) included!
PLUS, when you register today, you'll receive 15 FREE video bonus sessions!
A $1,619 value!
Debra Stern, PT, DPT, DBA, CLT, CEEAA, CFPS
Keeping Patients Off the Floor: Identifying Fall Risk and Preventing Falls in Aging Adults Throughout the Continuum of Care
Debra Stern, PT, DPT, DBA, CLT, CEEAA, CFPS, has clinical experience, focusing on geriatric rehab with an emphasis on balance integrity and fall prevention. Dr. Stern provides education on balance and fall risk screening to medical residents, , and attending physicians as well as other health professionals. She is actively involved in ongoing research related to fall prevention.
  • Identify the interdisciplinary roles to identify factors that contribute to fall risk  
  • Strategies to decrease or prevent falls in aging adults 
  • Reduce polypharmacy impact on balance and fall causation 
  • Integrate CDC STEADI fall prevention guidelines – Stopping Elderly Accidents, Deaths and Injuries

Click here for information about Debra Stern

Edward G. Shaw, MD, MA
Normal Cognitive Aging, Mild Cognitive Impairment, or Alzheimer's Disease: How to Tell the Difference and Why it Matters
Edward G. Shaw, MD, MA, is dually trained as a physician and mental health counselor. He was the primary care partner for his late wife, Rebecca, who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease in 2008 at age 53 and died in 2016 after a 9-year journey. 
  • Explain the components of a dementia work-up: History and exam, blood tests, blood and CSF biomarkers, cognitive function assessment, and structural and functional imaging studies 
  • Contrast the characteristics of normal cognitive aging, mild cognitive impairment, and Alzheimer’s disease  
  • Illustrate different methods to assess cognitive function 

Click here for information about Edward G. Shaw

Nanette Lavoie-Vaughan, CDCP, ANPC-C, DNP
Caring for LGBTQ+ Older Adults
Nanette Lavoie-Vaughan, CDCP, ANPC-C, DNP, has over 30 years of experience in the geriatric field, as a nurse practitioner, director of nursing, and staff nurse. Dr. Lavoie-Vaughan completed a postdoctoral fellowship in ethnogeriatrics at Stanford University. As part of her practice in long-term care and geriatric primary care, she has provided comprehensive care to LGBTQ older adults.
  • Identify the barriers to care for LGBTQ+ older adults 
  • Plan strategies to provide individualized care to LGBTQ+ older adults 
  • Incorporate gender-affirming care interventions 

Click here for information about Nanette Lavoie-Vaughan

Liz Friedrich, MPH, RDN, CSG, LDN, FAND, NWCC
Nourishing the Older Adult: Challenges and Controversies
Liz Friedrich, MPH, RDN, CSG, LDN, FAND, NWCC, has more than 25 years of experience as a hands-on clinician in long-term care facilities and as president of Friedrich Nutrition Consulting, where she provides nutrition consulting services with a focus on gerontological nutrition.
  • Evaluate the best nutritional assessments for older adults 
  • Explain the use of dietary supplements and other ways to meet an older adult’s unique nutritional needs 
  • Delve into nutritional controversies - the obesity paradox, use of therapeutic diets, and the relationship of diet for cognitive decline

Click here for information about Liz Friedrich

Lois A. Fenner McBride, RN, MS, JD, Attorney at Law
Elder Law: Advanced Care Planning, Elder Abuse & Professional Malpractice
Lois A. Fenner McBride, RN, MS, JD, Attorney at Law, is a Certified Clinical Specialist (Psychiatric) and a founding member of The American Association of Nurse Attorneys. Her law practice focuses on medical and healthcare litigation and consulting: including medical malpractice, wrongful death, risk management, and professional boards/licensures. 
  • Current advance directive considerations - durable health care proxy, durable power of attorney & more 
  • Review legal case studies to determine safe, effective, legal, and ethical care for elderly patients

Click here for information about Lois A Fenner-McBride

Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS
Older Adults with Pain: Most Effective Pharmacologic and Non-Pharmacologic Therapies
** 1.0 hour Pharmacology CE
Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant specializing in Geriatric Internal Medicine. Steven is the co-founder of Twin Cities Physicians, which serves older adults in nearly all levels of their care. In addition to his private practice, he has been on the faculty at the University of Utah since 1994 and has been involved in medicine for over 30 years.
  • Differentiate between the most effective pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies for older adults with pain 
  • Analyze the pathogenesis of pain in the elderly 
  • Evaluate screening tools available for the treatment of pain among older adults 

Click here for information about Steven Atkinson

Jamie Miner, PT, DPT, GCS
Empowering Geriatric Patients: Safety, Skills & Transition Decisions
Jamie Miner, PT, DPT, GCS, provides specialized services to many skilled nursing facilities and earned geriatric clinical specialist designation through the American Physical Therapy Association. Dr. Miner has experience in home health, acute care, outpatient vestibular rehab and fall prevention, acute rehab, sub-acute rehab, and long-term care.
  • Best practices to promote patient engagement in the rehab process 
  • Develop processes to facilitate smooth transitions between levels of care 
  • Assessment tools to address geriatric patient safety concerns  

Click here for information about Jamie Miner

Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS
Drug Prescribing and Deprescribing in Older Adults
** 1.75 hours Pharmacology CE
Steven Atkinson, PA-C, MS, is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant specializing in Geriatric Internal Medicine. Steven is the co-founder of Twin Cities Physicians, which serves older adults in nearly all levels of their care. In addition to his private practice, he has been on the faculty at the University of Utah since 1994 and has been involved in medicine for over 30 years.
  • Avoid dangerous geriatric drugs 
  • Dose adjust medications safely in chronic kidney disease 
  • Prevent critical pharmacology errors 
  • Deprescribing strategies in the elderly 

Click here for information about Steven Atkinson

Kiplee Bell, MD, PA
Patient Centered Care – Re-examine Psychosocial Dynamics
Kiplee Bell, MD, PA, is a thought leader and sought-after medical lecturer. She earned board certification as a Physician Assistant, an additional master's degree in Gerontology, and finally her Doctorate in Medicine. Currently, she treats geriatric patients in her practice and is the CEO of Impactful Caregiving, a professional education and consultation company.
  • Identify how workplace culture affects patient compliance and understanding of their disease state 
  • Assess environmental factors that leave important clues for the patient’s overall wellness 
  • Learn how to assess for personal and familial patterns of stress that manifest physiologically 

Click here for information about Kiplee Bell

Rachel Henderson, PhD, MS, LHRM, CCRN-K
Documentation Hazards for Geriatric Patient Care: Care Expectations & Regulatory Standards
Rachel Henderson, PhD, MS, LHRM, CCRN-K, is a Healthcare Risk Manager, practiced as an inpatient clinical nurse specialist, earned her PhD in Public Policy and Administration, and owns a legal consulting business, Medical Legal Concepts, LLC. Dr. Henderson is an expert in the healthcare industry with 38 years of clinical, consulting, and testifying experience.
  • Identify pitfalls for the handling of informed consent 
  • Review optimal nurse staffing standards 
  • How physical findings in injured older adults can signal trouble 

Click here for information about Rachel Henderson

Tamatha Arms, PhD, DNP, PMHNP-BC, NP-C
Ethnogeriatrics: Cultural Competence for Health Care Professionals
Tamatha Arms, PhD, DNP, PMHNP-BC, NP-C, is an Adult/Geriatric and Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Dr. Arms has over 25 years of clinical experience to draw from.
  • Ethnogeriatrics: Awareness of unique healthcare needs for diverse ethnic backgrounds 
  • Explore culturally competent care and cultural humility 
  • Ways culture affects healthcare: Beliefs and principles, meaning placed on values, actions, and responses driven by values 

Click here for information about Tamatha E Arms

Sue Doyle, PhD, OTR/L, CAPS, SHSS
Wheelchair Evaluations and the Geriatric Population
Sue Doyle, PhD, OTR/L, CAPS, SHSS, has a private practice serving adults in their homes and her clinic. Dr. Doyle's practice includes working with stroke survivors, aging in place and home safety, and contracts with the Developmental Disability Administration and Area Agency on Aging. She has written several chapters in occupational therapy textbooks, and presented at multiple conferences, including as part of AOTA's Stroke Specialty Conference team.
  • Assess the components of the wheelchair evaluation process  
  • Appraise the research behind decisions on wheelchair components 
  • Determine possible outcome measures for the plan of care and billing guidelines from CMS 

Click here for information about Sue Doyle

Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA
Brain Changes: Distinguishing Between Aging, Dementia and Depression
Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, is one of the world's leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change. Teepa is an Occupational Therapist with over forty years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience.
  • Distinguish possible early warning signs of dementia 
  • Brain structure and function changes during the progression of dementia 
  • Evaluate the differences and similarities between dementia and depression/anxiety 

Click here for information about Teepa L Snow

Lores Vlaminck, MA, BSN, RN, CHPN, LALD
End of Life: Palliative and Hospice Care Benefits
Lores Vlaminck, MA, BSN, RN, CHPN, LALD, has been a leading provider of consulting, training, and mentoring for hospice, assisted living, home care, and related health care providers for the past 17 years. She will cover issues related to both palliative care and hospice, including referrals, financial aspects, and barriers and benefits.
  • Evaluate the eight domains of the National Consensus Project 
  • Determine concrete strategies to identify patients for whom aggressive therapy is not appropriate 
  • Develop skills to work through palliative referral, financial considerations, and hospice eligibility criteria

Click here for information about Lores Vlaminck

Michael Chua, PT, DPT, CDP, CADDCT, CCI, SFS
Geriatric Transitions of Care: Comparing Home Health, Assisted Living Communities & Skilled Nursing Facilities
Michael Chua, PT, DPT, CDP, CADDCT, CCI, SFS, clinical interest involves geriatric and dementia management. Dr. Chua enjoys treating older adult patients and achieving optimal therapeutic outcomes. He is also the Chief Inspirational Officer for TN Therapy Outsource, LLC and GeriHab Physical Therapy and Wellness, and the author of MisUnderstanding Dementia, 365 Daily Tips for Dementia Caregivers, and more.
  • Develop personalized transition plans, ensuring a smooth transfer of care and continuity of services for patients 
  • Provide comprehensive assessments to identify any potential barriers or challenges that may arise during the transition process 
  • Educate patients and their families about the benefits and services offered at the various levels of care 

Click here for information about Michael Chua
2023 Geriatric Certification Summit
Live Online Event: September 28 & 29, 2023
$2,399.80 Total Value
Just $499.99 Today!
 
Earn up to 38.5 hours, including up to 6.75 Pharmacology CE hours!
Click here for ASHA (SLP) credit details. Click here for Credit hours breakdown.
Not sure of your schedule? No problem! Pre-order the self-study version here!

FREE BONUS! CGCP Certification (a $249.99 value) included!
Elevate your status as a clinician...
 
In just three easy steps, you will become a Certified Geriatric Care Professional (CGCP):
 

Step 1: Watch the live sessions and bonus content.

Step 2: Complete the CE tests and instantly print your certificates of completion.

Step 3: Submit the Certification Questionnaire included in this training to Evergreen Certifications and we'll cover the cost of your certification for 2 years (a $249.99 value!).*
Click here for full Certification requirements

 

That's it! No hidden fees. No catch. Just certification made EASY.

*Professional standards apply. Learn more at www.evergreencertifications.com/cgcp

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