As a clinician working in an outpatient setting, are you confident in how and when to appropriately screen patients for falls?
Falls: Screening, Risk Assessment and Care Planning for Older Patients in the Community
Jun 7, 2021 8:15:00 AM / by Leslie D McDowell, DNP, ANP-BC, RN posted in Geriatric, Enduring, care planning, falls
We Made The News! WFMY News 2 Covers Camp Med.
Jun 4, 2021 8:59:58 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in health careers, camp med, summer camp
Thanks to WFMY News 2 for covering: "Camp Med gets teenagers interested in healthcare careers" Wake Forest School of Medicine and Northwest Area Health Education Center organize the event each year. This year, it's virtual.
Maximize Your Role on the Healthcare Team: 9th Annual LPN Symposium
Jun 4, 2021 8:15:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Webinar, Nursing, symposium, lpn
This knowledge-based conference will provide Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) from different practice settings the information and strategies to maximize their important role on the health care team and enhance their professional practice.
This program will be a VIRTUAL WEBINAR due to COVID-19 uncertainties. Register today!
News Release: Camp Med 2021 Virtual Summer Program Open to High School Students
Jun 1, 2021 11:56:37 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in virtual, health careers, Wake Forest School of Medicine, high school, camp med, summer camp
Wake Forest School of Medicine and Northwest Area Health Education Center (NWAHEC) is gearing up for another fun and informative virtual Camp Med this summer. Last year’s camp hosted more than 900 participants from North Carolina and beyond. This year the self-paced camp will once again be available to students in grades eight through 12 from June 1 through July 31.
3rd Annual Addiction Research and Clinical Health (ARCH) Symposium
Jun 1, 2021 9:00:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in mental health, Substance Use
"Great coverage of topic areas for practitioners and researchers who work to prevent substance use disorders." - Previous Symposium Attendee
Register today to join us on September 9-11, 2021 for the 3rd Annual Addiction Research & Clinical Health (ARCH) Symposium via Live Webinar. This year's Addiction Research & Clinical Health Symposium aims to share evidence-based treatments across the spectrum of addiction care, as well as spotlight innovative methods that are shaping the field.
Recap of “Managing GI Disorders in Clients with Eating Disorders” with Beth Rosen, Non-Diet RD and Gut Expert
Jun 1, 2021 8:00:00 AM / by NW AHEC posted in continuing education series, disordered eating, eating disorders
Did you know we offer have a continuing education series in conjunction with Winston-Salem Eating Disorders Coalition called “Best Practices in the Prevention and Treatment of Disordered Eating”?
We have one more presentation on Friday, June 18th 1-2 pm, Integrating Exposure, Response Prevention and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in the Treatment of BingeEating Disorder
Catherine Ruscitti, PsyD, CEDS. Click here to register!
Don't Forget to Register for Interpreter Series Online ✔
May 28, 2021 8:30:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in continuing education series
Spots are filling up for the 2021 Summer Interpreter Series! Level 1 is already full and we don’t want you to miss the chance to attend the remaining levels.
Offered as blended activities, including pre-coursework and short live webinars with the instructor at the end of each level. Each level will close one week before the start date to ensure adequate time to complete modules.
The Wait is Over - Dental Mountain Meeting is BACK and IN PERSON!
May 27, 2021 12:30:35 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in learning, Dentistry
You're Invited to Attend the 26th Annual Dental Mountain Meeting which will be held at the beautiful Omni Grove Park Inn located in Asheville, NC October 29th - 31st from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
Registration OPEN - Update on Hospital Medicine Conference
May 26, 2021 9:30:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in CME, Medicine
Registration is open so make sure to sign up to join us at the beautiful Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort in Hilton Head, SC. Register now for the early bird rate of $400!
Using evidence-based medicine, this conference provides the latest updates on hospital medicine that you can implement in your daily practice.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May 25, 2021 8:10:34 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in mental health, Substance Use, behavioral health
Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. During May, Northwest AHEC joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health.
Now more than ever we need to find ways to stay connected with our community. No one should feel alone or without information, support and help they need. Mental health conditions are more common than you might realize — they affect about 20% of people living in the U.S.