The
ALS Association 2016 Clinical Conference call for presentations and posters is
now open. Submissions will be accepted until May 27, 2016.
This
conference will be a two-day clinical conference for allied health
professionals, clinic coordinators, practice administrators and social workers.
The
conference will focus on exchanging information on best practices and emerging
trends in ALS care. Updates on adaptive technologies, respiratory
devices, options for augmentative communication, end-of-life, psychological and
allied health issues will also be featured.
Intended
inference participants include speech language pathologists, social workers and
counselors, nurses, assistive technology specialists, physical and occupational
therapists, respiratory therapists, dietitians, physicians, and research
coordinators.
We
welcome abstracts for platform (speaking) presentations of a variety of
ALS-relevant topics: innovative approached to clinical management, potential
solutions to challenges faced by people living with ALS, family/caregiver
support and outreach strategies. Individual speakers, panel discussion,
and research updates are welcome. Speakers should plan on a 30 or 30
minute time slot. All accepted speakers and poster presenters will be
offered complimentary registration for the conference.
Suggested
topics for the 2016 Clinical Conference (please note these are only
suggestions. We welcome ANY ALS Clinical Submission)
The Disease
Introduction
to ALS
Physical
Activity for People with ALS
Genetics
in ALS
Research and Clinical
Trials
Clinical
Trials in ALS (past, present, future)
National
ALS Registry
Clinical Management
Adaptive
and Assistive Technology
Outreach
programs to Underserved Areas
Nutrition
Management and PEGs
Genetic
Counseling and Testing
Palliative
Care and Hospice Services
Cognitive
and Behavioral Assessment and Management
Respiratory
Decisions and Options Along the Journey
Symptom
Management
Driving
Issues
Psychosocial
Issues in ALS
Quality
of Life Issues
Issues
of End of Life Care
Communication
Challenges and Strategies
Multidisciplinary
Teams
Scientific
Investigation of Alternative Treatments
Mobility
and Activities of Daily Living
Diagnosis
and Management of ALS/MND in Spectrum in Clinic
Speech
and Swallowing Interventions and/or Techniques
Social Work Practices and
Programs
Support
for Children, Teen, and Young Adults
Assessing
and Meeting Caregiver Needs
Intimacy
and Spirituality in ALS
Advanced
Planning
Care
Management and Professional Boundaries
Insurance and Financial
Resources
Financial
Issues – Health and Life Insurance Resources
Funding
for Assistive Technology
How
to Ensure that Insurance Overs Prescribed Durable Medical Equipment
Updates
on Medicare Changes
Skilled
vs. Custodial Home Healthcare coverage – Medicare/Medicaid/Private Insurance
Supporting Professional
Caregivers
Preventing
Professional Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
Energize
and Revitalize – Remaining Positive at Work
Maintaining
Work/Life Balance
Full
details about the conference can be found in the official flyer:
On
line information can be found at: http://www.alsa.org/healthcare-professionals/clinical_conference
