CE course
Putting the Puzzel Pieces Together: Breastfeeding in the Craniofacial Patient
Cleft care is a complex evolving field. Our conference theme: "PUTTING THE PIECES TOGETHER: BREASTFEEDING IN THE CRANIOFACIAL PATIENT" reflects our goal to present an overview, as well as state of the art updates. This unique program will provide a comprehensive, multidisciplinary specialty care approach, including medical-surgical and issues related to feeding and swallowing function in infants who have a cleft lip and/or palate. There are differences in swallowing and feeding disorders depending upon which structures are repaired. The significant impact of these feeding issues will be discussed as they relate to surgical timelines and common medical-surgical issues. The role genetics and lactation education plays with this patient population will also be presented. Family stories of their children's struggles to feed will play a central role in this program, so that we as professionals can facilitate successful feeding and swallowing. This conference will make medical and scientifically challenging information understandable and provide valuable information and practical "hands-on" techniques for a variety of professionals.
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Target audience:
Neonatal intensive care nurses, lactation specialists, occupational therapists, case managers, MDs, and speech pathologists.
Day/date:
Friday, May 8, 2009
Time: 0800 - 1630
Location:
Staff Development Conference Center
11255 Mountain View Avenue, Ste. 8
CE credit:
6.0 contact hours BRN, SPLA and Case Manager
6.0 contact hours (ANCC)
Class fee:
$60.00 - LLUMC Employees
$100.00 - All Others
Class limit: Class size is limited. Early registration is recommended.
Prerequisites/special instructions: This class is designed primarily for LLUMC health-care providers. Others are welcome provided they understand and accept the focus on LLUMC care protocols.
Speaker(s):
Gini Baker, RN, MPH, IBCLC
Edward Elmendorf, MD Craniofacial Team Pediatrician, LLUMC
Mark Martin, MD Plastic Surgeon, LLUMC
Adriana Guillen-Sanders, SLP, LLUMC
Other Healthcare Professionals
Coordinator:
Melissa Backstrom, MS CCC-SLP
Manager, Speech Pathology, LLUMC
Gary A. Lucas, MS CCC-SP
Speech Pathologist, LLUMC
Registration information: Send completed registration form and appropriate fee to Staff Development or call (909) 558-3500.
Cancellation, No Show, Refund Policy:
No refund if Staff Development does not receive cancellation notification at least five (5) working days prior to class. No refund will be provided if participant does not show up for class. In the event the program is cancelled, a full refund will be given. Refundable reservation deposits will be returned upon class attendance.