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Free Buprenorphine Waiver Training, October 31

KUSM-Wichita

There is a free Buprenorphine Waiver Training for physicians on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 in Wichita.  Click here for online registration.

This seminar will specifically focus on buprenorphine in an office-based setting for the treatment of opioid use disorder. The standard PCSS curriculum will be used, which will qualify attendees for the first half of training to receive the DATA 2000 waiver to prescribe buprenorphine. The target audience includes substance use treatment providers, medical providers, students in the health professions, and anyone else professionally involved in substance use treatment.

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Register for MAIC Symposium by September 28

MAIC

You are invited to attend the Mid America Immunization Coalition’s Immunization (MAIC) Symposium on October 26 at Children’s Mercy Park, Kansas City. Register by Friday, September 28 for the early bird rate. For more information, download the meeting brochure.

Registration fee:  $65 by September 28  or $75 September 29 – October 19
Register online at www.mchc.net

Program goals:

  • Identify effective communication strategies to talk with patients and families about vaccine importance and safety.
  • Discuss resources or talking points about vaccines that will decrease missed opportunities or misconceptions related to vaccines.
  • With HPV vaccination rates being the lowest in the country, learn to advocate for the patient when vaccines are needed.
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Restore, Invigorate, Strengthen, Energize YOU

KAFP

Join us for the fourth session in the RISE Webinar Series on Wednesday, October 24 from 12:15 – 12:45 p.m. Drs. Melissa Rosso (Manhattan) and Beth Oller (Stockton) who will present Prevent Burnout & Build Resilience in Practice: Two Kansas Case Studies.*

Sign up today!

There is no charge for the RISE Webinar Series. Registration is required to receive log-in information.

The RISE program is a wellness initiative of KAFP designed to help Kansas family physicians RISE above burnout.  RISE resources include:

RISE: Restore, Invigorate, Strengthen, Energize.

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*This Live series activity, KAFP RISE Webinar Series, from 01/31/2018 – 10/24/2018, has been reviewed and is acceptable for credit by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Each webinar is approved for 0.5 AAFP Prescribed credits. KAFP will submit CME earned for members who participate in live webinars.

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Getting to Smoke-Free Webinar

NAMI

Smoking rates are significantly higher in people with mental health or substance use disorders, leading to higher rates of smoking-related health problems and deaths. Incorporating smoking cessation into mental health and addiction treatment has become increasingly important, and most treatment and medical care facilities are now required to be smoke free. This webinar by the American Psychological Association will show how to best implement smoke-free policies that not only comply with legal and policy mandates but also therapeutically benefit your patients.

Getting to Smoke-Free: Effective strategies to implement smoking cessation in behavioral health treatment

Thursday, September 27, 2018 | 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm CT

Register today

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Free Parent Health Literacy Training Available

KS Head Start Assoc

This fall brings two Parent Health Literacy training opportunities. This training is appropriate for any staff who work directly with parents/patients, supervisors and program directors.

The training is free. Three CEUs are available for $15.

Attendees will receive the resources needed to teach parents how to use the “What To Do When Your Child Gets Sick” book using effective, evidence based teaching methods. The KHSA Parent Health Literacy project partners with agencies, medical providers, schools and human services organizations who serve families with young children to provide this important health literacy resource. Visit the KHSA website  or call 785-856-3132 for further information about the Parent Health Literacy Project.

 

 

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RISE Webinar is October 24

KAFP

Register for our fourth session in the RISE Webinar Series on Wednesday, October 24: featuring Drs. Melissa Rosso (Manhattan) and Beth Oller (Stockton) who will present Prevent Burnout & Build Resilience in Practice: Two Kansas Case Studies.*

Sign up today!

There is no charge for the RISE Webinar Series. Registration is required to receive log-in information.

The RISE program is a wellness initiative of KAFP designed to help Kansas family physicians RISE above burnout.  RISE resources include:

RISE: Restore, Invigorate, Strengthen, Energize.

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*This Live series activity, KAFP RISE Webinar Series, from 01/31/2018 – 10/24/2018, has been reviewed and is acceptable for credit by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Each webinar is approved for 0.5 AAFP Prescribed credits. KAFP will submit CME earned for members who participate in live webinars.

There is no charge for the RISE Webinar Series. Registration is required to receive log-in information.

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ACS CAN Policy Forum

ACS CAN

This October, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) will host the third annual ACS CAN Kansas Cancer Policy Forum, a premiere event that brings together key leaders and decision makers in business, education, medical research, cancer care, government, and health policy.

Thursday, October 4, 2018 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Kansas Health Institute, Topeka, KS

Register today!

This event not only helps unite those in Kansas who are fighting to end cancer, but serves to empower ACS CAN, and its work to ensure that elected officials across the country make cancer a top priority. This year’s forum is dedicated to educating patients, providers and the public about the unique challenges of access to care for cancer treatment in rural Kansas.

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Sept. 12 is Last Day to Register for Health Behavior KSA

KAFP

The last day to register for the Health Behavior KSA Group Learning Session is Wednesday, September 12! Join us on September 14 in Dodge City. Cost is $175 for KAFP members or $275 for non-KAFP members.

  • Review 60 core competency questions with experienced family physician faculty.
  • Discuss and learn the best answers with your colleagues.
  • The KAFP reports your answers directly to ABFM on your behalf.
  • Earn 8 live credits of CME immediately. Following your completion of the Clinical Self-Assessment, receive an additional 4 credits.
HEALTH BEHAVIOR KSA GROUP LEARNING SESSION

Friday, September 14, 2018
1:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Register at KSA Group Learning.

Western Plains Medical Complex
Conference Room
3001 Avenue A
Dodge City, KS 67801

This Live activity, KAFP Health Behavior KSA Group Learning Session, from 06/13/2018 – 11/30/2018, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to  8.00 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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Free Buprenorphine Waiver Training

DCCCA

There is a free Buprenorphine Waiver Training for physicians on Wednesday October 31, 2018 in Wichita. Click here for registration and more information.

Sponsored by DCCCA, this seminar will specifically focus on buprenorphine in an office-based setting for the treatment of opioid use disorder. They will be the using standard PCSS curriculum, which will qualify for the first half of training to receive the DATA 2000 waiver to prescribe buprenorphine. The target audience includes substance use treatment providers, medical providers, students in the health professions, and anyone else professionally involved in substance use treatment.

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Final Registration Date for KSA Approaching Fast

KAFP

Wednesday, September 12 is the last day to register! Don’t miss this opportunity for the Health Behavior KSA Group Learning Session on September 14 in Dodge City. Cost is $175 for KAFP members or $275 for non-KAFP members.

  • Review 60 core competency questions with experienced family physician faculty.
  • Discuss and learn the best answers with your colleagues.
  • The KAFP reports your answers directly to ABFM on your behalf.
  • Earn 8 live credits of CME immediately. Following your completion of the Clinical Self-Assessment, receive an additional 4 credits.

HEALTH BEHAVIOR KSA GROUP LEARNING SESSION

Friday, September 14, 2018
1:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Register at KSA Group Learning.

Western Plains Medical Complex
Conference Room
3001 Avenue A
Dodge City, KS 67801

This Live activity, KAFP Health Behavior KSA Group Learning Session, from 06/13/2018 – 11/30/2018, has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to  8.00 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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