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Saturday, October 16, 2010
Carroll County Community College - Wesminster, MD

Business Meeting Register | Download Registration Form
All APTA of Maryland members are invited to attend our semi-annual business meeting where you can vote on proposed leadership, vote on proposed bylaw amendments, and participate in other business.

Fall Conference Tracks
1. Clinical Prediction Rules
2. Cancer Rehabilitation: Principles and Practice - Epidemiology, Diagnosis and Staging
3. Bringing FUNction into Therapy

Educational Credit
The following continuing education programs meet the criteria established by the Maryland PT Board of Examiners for four contact hours (0.4 CEUs).

Other Information

Fees
Non-member: $150 | PT Member:$100 | PTA Member:$75 | Student Member:$25

Track 1: Clinical Prediction Rules | Online Registration | Download Registration Form
Speaker: Laurita M. Hack, PT, DPT, MBA, PhD, FAPTA - Professor Emeritus, Department of Physical Therapy Temple University. Bryn Mar, Pennsylvania
Speaker: Roy Film, PT, OCS, CEAS, FAAOMPT - Maryland Physical Therapy Specialists. Ellicott City, Maryland

Course Description: Clinical Prediction Rules (CPRs) are gaining significant momentum in many areas of physical therapy practice. When well done they can provide useful clinical guidance, if not then their use may be harmful to patients.. How is a clinician to decide? This course will provide a "state of the evidence" discussion regarding CPRs, an overview of some of the current CPRs used in physical therapist practice, and an in-depth discussion regarding how to assess CPRs to determine their worth. The course will prepare clinicians to wisely identify, assess and apply CPRs to their practice.

Speaker: Laurita M. Hack, PT, DPT, MBA, PhD, FAPTA - Professor Emeritus, Department of Physical Therapy Temple University. Bryn Mar, Pennsylvania Dr. Hack received an MS in Physical Therapy from Case Western Reserve University, an MBA from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, a Ph.D. in higher education administration from Penn, and the Doctor of Physical Therapy from the MGH Institute of Health Professions. She has extensive clinical experience in out-patient, nursing home, and home care practice, especially in geriatrics. She teaches and writes in the areas of evidence-based practice, clinical decision-making, ethics, and health care systems. Dr. Hack's research interests include clinical expertise, supply and demand of physical therapy personnel, and physical therapy education.

Speaker: Roy Film, PT, OCS, CEAS, FAAOMPT - Maryland Physical Therapy Specialists. Ellicott City, Maryland Roy received an MPT degree from Temple University and completed fellowship training in OMPT through the Manual Therapy Institute at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He is board certified in orthopedic physical therapy. He serves as an adjunct instructor at the University of Maryland and as clinical fellowship faculty for both the Manual Therapy Institute and Regis University. Roy is the owner of Maryland Physical Therapy Specialists, a private practice in Ellicott City, where he runs the first physical therapy fellowship-training site in Maryland. Roy teaches continuing education seminars and has lectured throughout the region on manual therapy topics.

Track 2: Cancer Rehabilitation: Principles and Practice - Epidemiology, Diagnosis and Staging | Online Registration | Download Registration Form
Speaker: Charles McGarvey, PT, MS, DPT, FAPTA - President, CLM Consulting Services LLC. Rockville, Maryland

Course Description: This 4 hour course is designed for physical therapists and students working with patients in all settings. The course will review terminology, epidemiology, diagnosis, staging, medical intervention, associated impairments and current research in cancer rehabilitation. The main title of the course is Cancer Rehabilitation: Principles and Practice emphasizing epidemiology, diagnosis and staging of cancer. Two case presentation will follow, the first entitled; Adriamycin, cytoxan and tamoxifen in the treatment of a patient with primary breast cancer: Implications for the physical therapist and the second, Metastasis and Implications of Bony Metastasis on Activity and Ambulation. 

Course Objectives

  1. Define terminology associated with Cancer
  2. List statistics related to incidence, mortality, and morbidity
  3. Identify basic metastatic process
  4. List primary antineoplastic strategies and their sequelae
  5. Identify general principles of Cancer Rehabilitation
  6. Describe the purpose of the Physical Therapy Diagnosis
  7. Name the most common risk factors for cancer
  8. Identify the systems most often affected by cancer metastasis
  9. Describe the corresponding clinical manifestations of each system affected by cancer metastasis
  10. List clinical signs and symptoms corresponding to paraneoplastic syndromes

Track 3: Bringing FUNction into Therapy | Online Registration | Download Registration Form
Speaker: Cecilia Griffith, PT, DPT - National Specialist, Cardiopulmonary and Senior Health Specialties Gentiva. Anderson, South Carolina

Bio: Cecelia Griffith, PT, DPT graduated with her BHS-PT from the University of Missouri in 1982 and received her tDPT from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in 2005. Over her 28-plus years in PT practice, she has worked in every practice setting with an emphasis on geriatrics. Dr. Griffith has served as a clinical educator for more than 10 universities and colleges, and has been a guest-lecturer at Clemson University. She has participated in research with Fort Hays State University, Clemson University and Gentiva Health Services. A dedicated advocate for her patients, Dr. Griffith promotes the use function-based treatment intervention with her patients, staff and students. Currently, she is a National Specialist for Gentiva Health Services Cardiopulmonary and Senior Health Specialty Programs and serves on the staff and advisory board of the Institute for Engaged Aging at Clemson University.

Course Description: Current evidence supports the use of functional therapy and task-specific training in rehabilitation as more effective than traditional exercises in restoring strength, ROM, balance and return to functional independence. As we move our profession forward and embrace the ICF model of care, the need to incorporate functional therapy into our practice will become even more critical. This course will briefly review the current evidence supporting the use of functional therapy and task-specific training vs. traditional strength training. We will then combine case examples, problem-solving and lab time to develop patient-centered, functional goals and treatment strategies.

Course Objectives:

  • Describe the regulatory requirements for functional assessment and functional goals.
  • Discuss the evidence in support of a functional activities or task-specific training approach to therapy.
  • Describe impact of functional therapy and task-specific training on patient outcomes and quality of life.
  • Demonstrate ability to write patient-centered, functional goals based on case examples.
  • Demonstrate practical and creative approaches to functional activities
  • Discuss the application of functional task training in various practice settings

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS- Poster Presentations

PTs and PTAs, including physical therapy students, are invited to submit abstracts for research, theory, or special interest for poster display at the meeting. Download the instructions and application.

Abstract submissions can be sent to: aptamd@aptamd.org or Fax: 410/695-6127.

The deadline for abstract submissions is Friday, August 20, 2010. Applicants will receive e-mail confirmation of acceptance by September 17, 2010.

 

 

APTA of Maryland 2009 Fall Annual Meeting and Student Conclave

October 10, 2009
Anne Arundel Community College  
101 College Parkway Arnold, MD   

Fall ProgramTrack 1: Osteoporosis

Course Description: Over half of all people over age 50 are at risk for bone density problems including osteoporosis and osteopenia. The prevalence of osteoporosis in our society is expected to increase dramatically as the baby boomers age. In addition to post-menopausal osteoporosis, physical therapists often encounter the effects of osteoporosis in patients after a CVA, prolonged immobilization or period of limited weight bearing. We are in unique position, not only to treat the effects of osteoporosis, but also to teach prevention strategies. No matter what your work setting, this evidence- based course will teach you how to implement the best practice patterns for your patients with osteoporosis and for those at risk for developing it in the future. You will also learn to recognize the risk factors and early warning signs that may indicate undiagnosed osteoporosis so that you can refer the patient for appropriate evaluation and follow osteoporetic precautions in your care of these patients.  

Course objectives: At the completion of the course the clinician will be able to:

  • Understand osteoporosis and osteopenia and their etiology
  • Describe osteoporosis prevention techniques 
  • Identify those patients at risk for osteopenia or osteoporosis and refer them to appropriate health care providers
  • Implement a program of treatment based on the best evidence available 
  • Teach and safely progress exercises while teaching osteoporetic patients to avoid high-risk activities
  • Implement an osteoporosis program in a variety of settings including out patient, acute care, in-patient rehab, long-term care and home health
  • Provide appropriate documentation for such services 
  • Set treatment goals for patients with osteoporosis

Speaker Bio Lorraine O’Neill, PT completed her B.S. in PT in 1979 at Russell Sage College/Albany Medical School. In 2006, she received her DScPT from the University of Maryland-Baltimore, graduating Phi Kappa Phi. Her final project was an evidence-based program for the treatment of osteoporosis. Her interest in women’s health issues began at a continuing education course on incontinence in 1992 and has expanded into a range of other areas since that time. O'Neill is the owner of O’Neill Physical Therapy in Hagerstown, Maryland. She has taught continuing education courses throughout the Mid Atlantic region. In addition to courses on treating people with osteoporosis she teaches a holistic approach to treating people with fibromyalgia and physical therapy intervention for patients with urinary incontinence.

Track 2: Provider Contracting: Negotiating with insurance companies  

Speakers: Carmen Elliott and Eric van Doorne  

Course Description: Clinicians and business office managers must be able to determine if the terms of a contract with a payer are sufficient to meet the needs of a business. This course will include information pertaining to obtaining third party contracts and evaluation of contract language. Attendees will learn what to look for before signing contracts, what terms are negotiable, and how specific language will impact your business. In addition, this presentation will review how to avoid signing contracts that are not aligned with your business goals.  

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you'll be able to:

  • Interpret important aspects of contract language.
  • Understand what is negotiable and what is not in contractual language.
  • Identify the boundaries and limits of negotiating with insurance companies.
  • Identify deal breakers in contract language.
  • Assess your current contracts and future contracts for pertinent language.

Speaker Information
Carmen Elliott, MS is an Associate Director with the Payment Policy & Advocacy unit at American Physical Therapy Association. Her primary responsibilities at APTA include communication with members about reimbursement issues, including physical therapy coverage, payment, coding, managed care contracting, workers compensation and auto liability coverage. She also assists in coordination of activities between the Component Reimbursement Chairs and the Payment Policy unit. Prior to joining APTA in September 2006, Carmen was a Practice Administrator for a large physical therapy practice in Southern Maryland, in which she oversaw the daily operations of 5 outpatient PT clinics. She also worked as a Network Development Specialist for a Managed Care Organization in which she was in charge of developing a provider network and contracting with providers in the Southern Maryland region. Carmen received her BS degree in Biology from Bowie State University, Bowie, MD and a MS degree in Health Care Management from Marymount University, Arlington, VA.  

Erik van Doorne, PT, DPT is the Senior Director of Payment Policy and Advocacy of the American Physical Therapy Association in Alexandria, VA. This department is responsible for federal payment policy and advocacy as well as private payment policy and advocacy. The federal payment policy includes Medicare, Medicaid and SCHIP and the private side includes all commercial payers, motor vehicle and workers compensation insurers. Before joining APTA Erik was the owner of a private practice in Wilmington, Delaware specializing in conservative spinal management and manual therapy. Erik has a doctorate from Simmons College in Boston and has experience in payment policy, contract and payor negotiations, coding and billing and practice management.  

Thank you to our Exhibitors!

APTA Pediatric Section
Barral Institute
BillingMD, Inc.
BTL Industries
EDUCATA
FA Davis
Futre Care Rehab
Genesis Rehab Services
Gentiva Health Services
HCR ManorCare
Johns Hopkins Medicine
NovaCare Rehabilitation
Maryland General Hospital
Onward Healthcare
Peninsula Regional Medical Center
Peoplefirst Rehabilitation
RehabCare
Rehab Management Inc.
Restorative Therapies Inc
Slack Publishing
Special Olympics
St. Mary’s Hospital
Sun Bridge Rehabilitation
Supplemental HealthCare
Union Memorial
University of Maryland Medical Center