Anesthesiology
The American Osteopathic College of Anesthesiologists (AOCA) will offer a diverse program addressing both clinical excellence and professional development in anesthesiology. Sessions will explore key topics including perioperative management of complex patients, pediatric pain and the opioid epidemic, effective communication and conflict resolution, and the osteopathic philosophy’s origins and application in modern practice. Participants will gain insights to enhance patient care, strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, and support continuous growth in today’s evolving healthcare environment.
AOCA and ACOEP Regional Workshop
Description
Describe the relevant anatomy, indications, contraindications, benefits, and potential complications associated with commonly performed regional anesthesia techniques Demonstrate proper ultrasound machine setup, image optimization, and identification of key sonoanatomical structures used in regional anesthesia procedures Develop safe procedural practices for local anesthetic dosing principles
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The History of Critical Care Medicine
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Identify the first person who is credited with segregating patients based on severity of illness Describe events surrounding the polio epidemic of 1952 in Copenhagen Identify the anesthesiologist who created the first modern day ICU
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Pediatric Pain and the Opioid Epidemic
Description
Define the opioid epidemic impact as it relates to pediatric patients Describe specific opioid stewardship considerations for pediatric patients Change management for multimodal analgesia reducing but not eliminating opioid analgesics in pediatric patients
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Perioperative Management of ICU Patients
Description
Review and discuss ICU data and the mortality associated with ICU patients undergoing general anesthetic procedure Discuss specific ICU patient populations' problems encountered during anesthesia in a system based approach Discuss special patient populations (LVAD, pulmonary HTN, sickle cell) and their specific care issues peri-operatively
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Silence Isn't Safe: Healthy Ways to Resolve Conflict and Communicate With Courage
Description
Identify reasons why remaining silent is dangerous to patient safety and prevents effective working relationships within health care teams Use techniques to have successful conversations, even in difficult circumstances Apply the START model to turn potential conflict into collaboration
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Make Yourself a Child of Inquiry: Dr. A.T. Still Shares Ideas of Birth and Evolution
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Review Dr. A.T. Still's perspective and the linear progression of a person's life experiences and how it can relate to osteopathic philosophy into today's healthcare Analyze and synthesize the material presented to deduce the growth of osteopathy as a healthcare profession focused on the body, mind, and spirit triune Explain how Dr. A.T. Still's life/nature observations are transformed into truths that are being rediscovered, tested, and understood today
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Food as Medicine: Tailoring Nutrition for Special Dietary Needs
Description
Differentiate between food allergies, food intolerances, and other medically indicated dietary restrictions Assess the nutritional implications of food elimination diets and restricted eating patterns Develop practical strategies to ensure nutritional adequacy for patients managing food allergies or specialized dietary needs