Through a generous sponsorship, Henry Schein is partnering with ADHA to bring you the innovative interdisciplinary education event, Optimizing Diabetes Management: Bridging the Gap Between Disciplines.

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As a healthcare professional committed to improving the quality of care for your patients, you recognize that their specific healthcare needs require specialized knowledge and care. This program, focused on caring for patients with diabetes, emphasizes the critical importance of a multidisciplinary approach, integrating the expertise of dental hygienists, medical professionals, dietitians, and other healthcare providers to create a comprehensive care plan. Join us and take the first step toward becoming a leader in diabetes care in dental hygiene.

OPTIMIZING DIABETES MANAGEMENT
Bridging the Gap Between Disciplines

Don’t miss this chance during November’s National Diabetes Month to elevate your practice and make a more meaningful impact on the health and well-being of your patients with diabetes and prediabetes.

In addition to a comprehensive understanding of diabetes care and management, you’ll also build practical skills to confidently monitor and assess the glycemic control of your patients and provide holistic care that addresses both their oral and systemic health needs.

Program includes:
•  Experts across disciplines in pharmacy, podiatry, optometry and diabetes care & education
•  Person-centered care strategies tailored to the unique needs of individuals with diabetes
•  Hands-on practice with glucometers and A1C test kits
•  6.0 CE credits upon program completion
•  Complimentary breakfast and lunch
•  Networking with professionals across healthcare disciplines

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EVENT AGENDA   (📄 pdf)

8:00 – 9:00 AM  |  Registration & Networking Breakfast
9:00 – 9:05 AM  |  Introduction by Henry Schein
9:05 – 10:05 AM  |  Pharmacology, Dr. Anne Misher, PHARMD
                                   Exploring A Clinical Pharmacist’s Perspective on Diabetes Management (1.0 CE)
10:05 – 11:05 AM  |  Podiatry, Dr. Gary Rothenburg, DPM
                                    Making the Connection Head to Toe – Education on Diabetic Foot Care (1.0 CE)
11:05 – 11:15 AM   ––  Break ––
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | Optometry  (1.0 CE)
12:15 – 1:15 PM   –– Networking Lunch ––
1:15 – 2:15 PM |  Diabetes Educator  (1.0 CE)
2:15 – 3:15 PM |  Hands-on Training with Glucose Monitoring  (1.0 CE)
3:15 – 4:15 PM |  Hands-on Training with A1C Testing  (1.0 CE)
4:15 – 4:25 PM |  Closing Remarks by Henry Schein
4:25 PM |  Program Concludes

REGISTER NOW!

SPEAKERS

Dr. Anne Misher is a Pharmacy Supervisor at Novant Health in Charlotte, North Carolina. She completed her PGY1 Pharmacy Practice and PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residencies at Midwestern University Chicago College of Pharmacy. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy from University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy in Chapel Hill, NC after obtaining a bachelor’s degree in biology. Dr. Misher provides ambulatory care services at several primary care clinics in the Charlotte, North Carolina where she assists patients with various chronic disease states including diabetes. She has certifications including Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and Advanced Diabetes Management. Dr. Misher is very enthusiastic about medication education, advancing health equity, and integrating clinical pharmacy services into practice.

 

Dr. Gary Rothenberg is a Board-Certified Podiatrist, a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and Certified Wound Specialist who currently holds an Associate Professor of Internal Medicine appointment within the Endocrinology Division at the Univ. of Michigan School of Medicine in Ann Arbor, and is the Director of Fellowship Training for the 2-year research-based fellowship. He also serves as the Director of Medical Affairs for Podimetrics, a mission-driven company committed to preventing avoidable amputations among people living with diabetes. After 4 years of private practice in Atlanta, Dr. Rothenberg served the veteran population as an Attending Physician and Director of Resident Training at the Miami VA Healthcare System for 11 years. His private practice, VA and academic practices have all focused on conservative and surgical management of the diabetic foot. Dr. Rothenberg believes education is the key to successful avoidance of diabetes-related lower extremity complications.

 

More Speaker details to come!

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Reservations can be made directly with the hotel.

THE TRADE HOTEL
An Autograph Collection Hotel by Marriott
Reservations
Call Direct: (414) 644-0080

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Driving In?

The new Trade Hotel offers off-site parking at the 5th Street Garage, across the street. Valet parking is $49.

Learning Outcomes:

• Identify effective communication strategies for interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Utilize evidence-based strategies to deliver comprehensive care tailored to the unique needs of each person with diabetes.
• Collaborate effectively with specialists from oral health, pharmacy, podiatry, optometry, and diabetes education fields to optimize the management of diabetes related health issues.
• Develop proficiency in using glucometers and A1C test kits to monitor and assess the glycemic control of patients with diabetes, integrating these skills into routine dental hygiene practice.

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Cancellation Policy

We understand that things happen, and sometimes you need to cancel. Please note that a $30 administrative fee will be charged at the time of cancellation. Cancellation requests must be received via email to [email protected]. Requests cannot be accepted over the phone. Cancellation must be made by October 25, 2024.