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App State will host its inaugural Growing Well Conference from Oct. 12–14 at Levine Hall of Health Sciences in Boone

Oct 7, 2025 2:44:58 PM / by NW AHEC posted in healthcare

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Article from Watauga Democrat:

BOONE — The Appalachian Institute for Health and Wellness will host its inaugural Growing Well Conference from Oct. 12–14 at Appalachian State University’s Levine Hall of Health Sciences in Boone.

With the theme “Moving Mountains and Community,” the conference will bring together health and medical professionals, educators, researchers, policymakers and families to explore innovative ways to support children and youth with special health care needs in rural Western North Carolina. Health and medical professionals can earn up to 17.25 in-person continuing education credits, and scholarships are available for community members to attend.

The Growing Well Conference is sponsored by Vaya Health, the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities and the Northwest Area Health Education Center.

The event begins on Oct. 12 with a pre-conference workshop, followed by two days of interactive programming from Oct. 13–14. Attendees will hear from speakers with diverse expertise and lived experience navigating complex health and social systems.

6.3.25 Moving Mountains LogoConference sessions will cover a wide range of topics, including:

  • Medical management of children with complex health conditions
  • Advances in tone management for children with complex needs
  • Communication supports for children with autism and other developmental conditions
  • Functional interventions designed to improve participation in daily life
  • Evidence-based behavioral therapies
  • Cross-system collaboration in child welfare and mental health
  • Supporting youth in transitions from school to adulthood, including employment and community engagement opportunities

Organizers say the conference aims to provide professional development as well as opportunities for networking, resource sharing and collaboration among those who serve children and families in the region.

Learn more at our website

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🎉 October is National Medical Librarians Month! 📚

Oct 1, 2025 9:30:00 AM / by Janice Moore, MLS posted in library services, digital library

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Join us in celebrating the incredible contributions of medical librarians and health information professionals who empower healthcare providers, researchers, and patients with timely, trustworthy, and expertly curated information.

NMLM_POSTER_HIP_teal-624x821This year’s theme — “Better Information. Better Decisions.” — highlights the essential role librarians play in advancing medicine, supporting research, and improving patient care through evidence-based knowledge.

At Northwest AHEC, we recognize and appreciate the dedication of our library professionals who:

✅ Guide clinicians through complex searches
✅ Teach students to navigate databases
✅ Ensure access to credible health information

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Salem Academy Hosts 5th Health Leadership Forum This October

Sep 24, 2025 12:38:36 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in winston-salem, health leadership

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Salem Academy and College will hold its fifth Health Leadership Forum on Friday, October 24, 2025.

Salem’s Health Leadership Forum features a selection of women in health leadership roles from around the nation. This conference offers an opportunity for discussion of current trends in health and networking while hearing from some of the nation’s most widely recognized experts and innovators in their fields.

HLF - SalemCome join us in October for a fantastic day of discussion and connection centered around the topics of leadership in the healthcare industry.

Friday, October 24th from 8:30 am - 1:30 pm 
Elberson Fine Arts Center (on Salem's campus) 430 Leaders Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC 
 
Check in at 8:00 am; program begins at 8:30 am / Program ends at 12:30 pm; lunch begins at 12:30 pm 
The Luncheon is available to all attendees free of charge. Please RSVP for lunch so we know you will be in attendance.  

Visit www.salem.edu/hlf to find out more

Register here

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Experience the Intersection of Arts & Medicine: Join Our Upcoming Series

Sep 23, 2025 2:19:24 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Medicine, continuing education series, continuing education, arts

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Northwest AHEC is excited to present the Arts & Medicine series—an inspiring exploration of the connection between creativity and healthcare. This engaging series offers healthcare professionals, students, and community members a unique opportunity to experience how artistic expression enhances healing, professional well-being, and patient care.

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Autism, Orphans, Hormones, and Insurance Denials

Sep 18, 2025 4:14:31 PM / by Andrew L. Brewer, MS, NBHWC posted in Wellness, Healthcare Insights, Medicine, podcast, autism, aging, claims, youth, insurance, women's health, artificial intelligence

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Question:  What do autism, the poorest orphans in the world, hormone replacement therapy, and insurance denials have in common?

Answer:  They are all topics discussed on the most recent episodes of the Healthcare Insights in Northwest North Carolina podcast!

Listen and learn new insights about these topics with experts in their fields:

Click the links below or search for "Healthcare Insights in Northwest North Carolina" wherever you listen to podcasts.

Amber Nelms, BCBA - Amber shares insights from her work with Autistic youth, building a growing autism therapy business, and her inspiration for personal growth. Listen here: https://soundcloud.com/nwahecwebmaster/hi-ep-132-amber-nelms-bcba-applied-behavior-analysis-for-autism

John Boswell, JD - John shares insights from his work with empowering the world's poorest children in Sub-Saharan Africa and the poorest regions of India. Listen here: https://soundcloud.com/nwahecwebmaster/hi-ep-133-john-boswell-jd-beggars-to-bosses-empowering-impoverished-youth

George Ibrahim, MD - Dr. Ibrahim shares insights on hormone replacement therapy in women and men and dispels common myths about hormones, aging, and wellness. Listen here: https://soundcloud.com/nwahecwebmaster/hi-ep-134-dr-george-ibrahim

Neal K. Shah - Neal shares insights on dealing with insurance claim denials and his work to empower patients and providers to overcome the hassles of fighting claim denials using Artificial Intelligence. Listen here: https://soundcloud.com/nwahecwebmaster/hi-ep-135-neal-k-shah-insured-to-death


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🍂 Fall 2025 Behavioral Health Training Series

Sep 11, 2025 11:00:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in mental health, behavioral health, psychology, continuing education

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Untitled (20)Presented by Northwest AHEC & Wake Forest University School of Medicine

This fall, Northwest AHEC is offering a dynamic lineup of behavioral health webinars designed to equip professionals with the latest tools, strategies, and insights to support mental wellness across diverse populations. Whether you're a clinician, counselor, social worker, or behavioral health advocate, these sessions offer valuable continuing education and practical knowledge.


1. Assessments and Levels of Care: Guiding Clients to the Right Treatment

📅 Date: September 26, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Format: Live Webinar
👩‍🏫 Speaker: Erica K. Smith, MSW, LCSW

This session provides a comprehensive overview of clinical assessments and screening tools used to determine appropriate levels of care for children, adolescents, and adults. Learn how to make informed referrals and navigate the behavioral health system effectively.

🔗 Register Here
📄 Download Brochure


2. Advanced Application of DBT Skills

📅 Date: October 10, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Format: Live Webinar
👩‍🏫 Speaker: Rebecca Edwards-Powell, MSW, LCSW

Designed for professionals familiar with DBT, this workshop focuses on strengthening clinical application through skills training groups, behavioral strategies, and role-play techniques. 

🔗 Register Here
📄 Download Brochure


3. Identifying and Addressing Anxiety and Trauma-Related Disorders in Adolescents

📅 Date: October 15, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00AM-12:15PM
📍 Format: Live Webinar
👩‍🏫 Speaker: Sarah E (Betsy) E. 'Betsy' Bledsoe , PhD, MPhil, MSW

This program is designed to help practitioners become more familiar with identifying the signs and symptoms of anxiety and trauma related disorders in adolescents.

🔗 Register Here
📄 Download Brochure


4. Experienced SUD Professionals Panel: Sharing Their Expertise, Wisdom, and Hope

📅 Date: October 22, 2025
🕘 Time: 1:00PM-3:00PM
📍 Format: Live Webinar

👩‍🏫 Speakers: 
Jesse Battle, MSMHC, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS
Tuesday Feral, LCMCHA (they, them)
Leslie D. McCrory, Retired Counselor
Geraldine A. 'Geri' Miller , PhD, LP, LCAS, CCS
Paul D. Nagy, LCAS, LCMHC, MS
Daniel H. Wilemon, M.Ed., LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS

Join a panel of seasoned substance use disorder professionals as they share insights, lessons learned, and hopeful perspectives on recovery and treatment. This interactive session is perfect for those seeking inspiration and practical guidance.

🔗 Register Here
📄 Download Brochure


🎓 Continuing Education Credits

Each session offers CE hours for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and other behavioral health professionals. Details are available on each registration page.

 

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NCPAT Conference on Abuse Intervention Programs Live Webinar Oct 16th

Sep 11, 2025 8:00:00 AM / by NW AHEC posted in social work, counseling

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Making Group Work, Work in Abuse Intervention Programs! Facilitating Change: Group Work Practices in Abuse Intervention Programs 

October 16-17, 2025 9:00 am – 4:30 pm 

LIVE WEBINAR

Are you ready to transform your approach to group facilitation in Abuse Intervention Programs (AIPs)? Join us for a dynamic two-day training designed to equip facilitators with the tools, strategies, and confidence to lead impactful, accountable, and engaging group sessions—no matter what curriculum you use.

Grounded in social work group principles, this training will help you:

  • group counselingCreate safe and structured group environments that promote engagement  
  • Apply cognitive-behavioral and psychoeducational techniques to support change  
  • Navigate resistance and conflict to strengthen group effectiveness 
  • Incorporate mentorship and peer learning as tools for accountability  
  • Collaborate with community and legal systems to enhance intervention efforts 

Whether you're new to facilitation or looking to sharpen your skills, this training will help you make group work, work.

 

👉 Registration open click here t

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Northwest AHEC Team Builds Connection Through Healthy Cooking at BrennerFIT Kitchen

Sep 8, 2025 11:43:46 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in staff development

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Our Northwest AHEC team recently gathered for a meaningful and energizing team meetup at the BrennerFIT Kitchen in Winston-Salem. The activity centered around healthy cooking but it offered so much more than just a meal.

Together, we prepared a nutritious dish while engaging in team-building exercises that strengthened our collaboration. The hands-on experience allowed us to connect in a relaxed, supportive environment, all while learning practical skills that promote wellness.

BrennerFIT continues to be a valued community partner, offering a comprehensive program built on four pillars: clinical care, community engagement, professional education, and research. Their mission focuses on supporting children with weight-related health concerns and their families, and their work makes a lasting impact across the region.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to learn, grow, and connect through this experience. Check out some of our photos below.

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Don't Miss: Moving Mountains and Community Conference 2025

Sep 8, 2025 7:45:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Nursing, Pediatric

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We look forward to seeing you in Boone this October for this impactful and inspiring event! Moving Mountains and Community Conference, taking place October 13–14, 2025, with a preconference day on October 12, at Appalachian State University in Boone, NC.

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Access from Anywhere - 2025 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Symposium: Live Webinar

Sep 5, 2025 4:28:52 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Webinar, Nursing, lpn

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Join fellow LPNs from across North Carolina for a dynamic, knowledge-based symposium designed to elevate your role on the health care team and enhance your professional practice. Register now for early bird rate! 

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