This symposium provides the most up-to-date information for professionals interested in the diagnosis, management, and rehabilitation of acute and chronic shoulder, knee, ankle, foot, and concussion/spine injuries. A special primary care/urgent care provider track will include topics of physical examination, management and optimal referral decisions. The most current concepts will be presented in various methods: didactic sessions, panel discussions, breakouts sessions, and personal interaction with the faculty.
Dates
Saturday, May 16 - Sunday, May 17, 2020
Program Goals
- Increase knowledge of innovative sports non-surgical and surgical procedures that best optimize patient outcomes and return to sport
- Explain how injury specific rehabilitation can improve patient outcomes
- Identify and diagnose common musculoskeletal injuries including muscle and tendon injury, ligament and labral tears, and instability
- Perform focused history and physical exam on the shoulder, spine/hip, foot/ankle and knee
- Explain how athletes can reduce their risk of ACL and overuse injuries
- Evaluate and formulate treatment plans and provide rehabilitation for various injuries and conditions inherent with shoulder and knee injuries
Who Should Attend?
- This conference is intended for athletic trainers, physical therapists, physicians, nurses, physician assistants, residents/fellows, and other health care professionals.
- Students are also encouraged to attend and are offered a discounted registration fee.
Meeting Materials
In accordance with Emory University’s sustainability initiative, the course handouts/syllabus will be available via email.
Registrants will receive an announcement as to when handouts will be available via email.
Continuing Medical Education Credits
Physical Therapists: CEUs for PTs will be awarded through Emory’s Division of Physical Therapy.
Athletic Trainers: Emory Sports Medicine Center (BOC AP# P3345) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for EBP CEUs for in-person attendance and live streaming.
Physicians: The Emory University School of Medicine designates AMA PRA Category 1 Credits for in-person attendance and live streaming. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Accreditation
The Emory University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.