Neuro-IFRAH Certification Course in the Treatment and Management of Adults with Hemiplegia from a Stroke or Brain Injury A Neuro-IFRAH Organization Approved Course that includes basic to advanced concepts of the Neuro- Integrative Functional Rehabilitation And Habilitation approach (Neuro-IFRAH ) by Waleed Al-Oboudi Instructors Mary Linder, OTR/L Certified Neuro-IFRAH Instructor, Neuro-IFRAH Specialist Megan Warr, OTR/L, Certified Neuro-IFRAH Instructor, Neuro-IFRAH Specialist Dates: Part One: Saturday, July 29, 2017 Friday, August 4, 2017 Part Two: Saturday, September 9 Friday, September 15, 2017 Location / Presented by: TIRR Memorial Hermann Research Conference Center, 2 nd floor 1333 Moursund Houston, TX 77030 Sponsored by: The Neuro-IFRAH Organization In collaboration with TIRR Memorial Hermann Description: This 98 Hour certification course is specifically designed for occupational and physical therapists who work with adults with hemiplegia from a stroke or brain injury. The main emphasis in this course is on assessment and management in functional activities to develop excellence in maximizing functional outcomes throughout the continuum of care. This course utilizes an integrative whole person approach with emphasis on restoring function and making it functional for a return to independent living and the resumption / assumption of life roles. Challenges encountered by therapists in meeting their patient s needs throughout the continuum of care, are addressed throughout the course. The course consists of lecture, laboratory practice, demonstrations and patient treatment. Individual attention by the instructors will be provided to enhance participant s observation, handling and problem solving skills. This course includes the practical application of current basic to advanced concepts sequenced in a creative manner to help all participants meet the course objectives as well as their individual objectives. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be Neuro-
IFRAH Certified. Learning Objectives / Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: Identify the impact of the stroke / brain injury on the patient's life roles and the functional limitations interfering with his/her ability to resume / assume those roles. Identify the primary & secondary impairments (movement & otherwise) underlying the functional limitations in various postures including function in upright posture. Select functional activities that will assess the patient's functional limitations and underlying impairments in various postures including function in upright posture. Identify concepts related to musculoskeletal biomechanics and function of the trunk, upper extremities, lower extremities, head/neck and overall body coordination. Differentiate between normal and abnormal movement throughout the body in various postures and transitions in functional activities including activities in upright posture. Identify concepts related to the impact of whole body alignment and control, as well as other mobility and control variables on respiration. Identify missing components/processes necessary for interaction with the environment, effective learning and generalization of skills / carry over. Develop a comprehensive treatment plan that will include preparation of mobility and control and facilitation of normal movement during functional activities in all postures, and ideas for carry over. Develop strategies to facilitate the patients, increase awareness of the rehab process, improved self-image and confidence, adaptation and planning / pacing skills. Apply management strategies to help patients obtain missing components of movement throughout the body that are interfering with functioning at a higher level in all postures including function in upright posture. Modify management strategies effectively based on the patient's response to maximize use of more normal and efficient movement patterns in functional activities. Integrate concepts related to normal movement, musculoskeletal biomechanics and function, sensory, cognitive, communicative, perceptual- motor and emotional considerations into activities of daily living and other functional activities. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be Neuro-IFRAH Certified. Recommended Reading: Back to the Summit by Sen. Omer Rains http://backtothesummit.com/ Instructor Information:
Mary Linder, OTR/L, Neuro-IFRAH Instructor and Neuro-IFRAH Specialist received her degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Tennessee in 1994. Mary is an instructor for introductory and intermediate courses as well as introductory course for nurses, the 98 contact hour certification course and the Advanced Upper Extremity Course. Mary works in inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient. She has served as team lead and Director of Clinical Services over inpatient and outpatient PT, OT and ST. She has specialized in the treatment of adults with stroke and brain injury since 1999 and continues to be mentored by Waleed Al-Oboudi, MOT, OTR, author of the Neuro IFRAH. She became a clinical educator with Healthsouth in 2001. Mary finished the Neuro-IFRAH Instructor Training Program in August 2004. She was issued her Neuro-IFRAH specialist certificate in July 2006. She currently works at HEALTHSOUTH Rehabilitation Hospital per diem and treats private patients. Financial Conflicts/Disclosures: Paid instructors for Neuro IFRAH Certification Course. NeuroIFRAH Instructor Non-Financial Conflicts/Disclosures: None reported Megan Warr OTR/L, Neuro-IFRAH Instructor,Neuro-IFRAH Specialist. Megan received her degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Tennessee in 1992. Megan has worked throughout the continuum of care in Acute/Trauma ICU, Inpatient Rehabilitation, Out Patient, Skilled Care and Home Health. She has specialized in the treatment of adults with stroke and brain injury since 1995. Megan has been mentored by Waleed Al-Oboudi,MOT,OTR author of the Neuro -IFRAH approach since 1996. She became a clinical educator in 1999 with Healthsouth where she began teaching Introductory and Intermediate courses. Megan finished the Neuro-IFRAH Instructor training Program in August of 2004. She was issued her Neuro-IFRAH specialist certificate in July of 2006. She currently has a private practice and works PRN in Inpatient Rehabilitation for Healthsouth. Megan has taught throughout the
United States as well as Internationally. Megan is an instructor for the introductory and intermediate courses, the 98 contact hour certification course and the Advanced Upper Extremity Course Financial Conflicts/Disclosures: Paid instructor for this Neuro IFRAH Certification Course. NeuroIFRAH Instructor. Neuro IFRAH Products. Non-Financial Conflicts/Disclosures: None reported Participant Requirements: Licensed Occupational or Physical Therapists, Licensed Occupational or Physical Therapy Assistants. (Interested Physicians, Speech Pathologists, Registered Nurses and Recreational Therapists please contact the sponsor for other courses or special permission for attending parts or this entire course). Tuition Costs: Covers both Part I & Part II, and all materials. Class is limited to 20 participants, 10 internal and 10 from the community. Tuition for Community Attendee is $2250.00 TIRR Memorial Hermann Rehab Service Line: See your manager for registration info. Cancellation Policy: Written notice of withdrawal is required and must be received 30 calendar days prior to course start date. Registrant will receive a refund, minus a 25% administrative charge. No refunds will be granted after this date. Cancellation by the sponsor/instructor will result in a full refund of the tuition. Sponsor/Instructor is not responsible for additional expenses incurred by registrants. Sponsor has the right to replace advertised Instructor with another Neuro-IFRAH Instructor without penalty. Licensure Status/Malpractice Liability Insurance: You are required to have malpractice liability insurance which will cover you during your participation in the course. If accepted you will be required to submit proof of current coverage. You must submit a copy of your current professional license/registration with your application. Optional Personal Statement: To individualize each participant's learning experience, applicants are encouraged to enclose a letter that states any specific objectives they would like to meet in taking this course. This will allow the instructors to extend all efforts to help the participants work towards meeting their objectives, as well as the stated course objectives. Evaluation Process: Participants will be evaluated on their treatment/management planning and strategies following established criteria in accordance with stated course objectives. Feedback will be provided on an ongoing basis to facilitate a successful, supportive, growth oriented and individualized learning experience. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be Neuro-IFRAH Certified and will be eligible to take Neuro-IFRAH Organization Advanced and Ultra Advanced courses. Instructional Methods Used: Lecture, discussion, lab Course Schedule: Day One 8:00 am 5:00 pm all day. All other Days: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm all day The course schedule will be from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day, with the exception of day one. On the first day, please arrive by 8:00 a.m. to allow time for registration. A snack will be provided around 10:00 a.m. and around 3:00 p.m. daily. You will be given a one hour time frame for lunch. There are
restaurants within walking and driving distance of the Texas Medical Center; however during the weekday you may want to plan on packing a lunch or utilizing the TIRR cafeteria to avoid parking fees. Assessment of Learning Objectives: Attendance, class & lab participation, application, successful skill demonstration, application of feedback information, and completion of course evaluation form. Continuing Education Credits: Course participants must complete any & all formal assessments, procedures, and criteria required for credit or certification. As per Memorial Hermann policy, participants must attend the entire course in order to receive CEUs and course certificate, no partial credits will be given. TPTA Accredited Provider. The assignment of Texas PT CCU s does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE. OT: CEUs Provided thru NEURO IFRAH Organization. Successful completion of this course will result in up to 9.8 CEU s and/or 98 contact hours with the AOTA. The assignment of AOTA CEU s does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by the AOTA. PT: TPTA CCUs are being applied for through the Memorial Hermann Health System. MHHS is TPTA Approved Provider of continuing education. Upon successful application, this activity is anticipated to meet the continuing competence requirements for physical therapist and physical therapist assistant licensure renewal in Texas for 98 CCUs. Instructional Level: Intermediate Food: Lunch will be provided Saturday and Sunday only. Morning and afternoon snacks will be provided each day. Lunch will be on your own Monday - Friday. There is a cafeteria on site of the hospital if you prefer. Parking: Garage 6 (next door to TIRR Memorial Hermann); $12 per day. http://tirr.memorialhermann.org/locations/tirr-memorial-hermann-rehab-hospital/ Cancellation Policy: Written notice of withdrawal is required and must be received 30 calendar days prior to course start date. Registrant will receive a refund, minus a 25% administrative charge. No refunds will be granted after this date. Cancellation by the sponsor/instructor will result in a full refund of the tuition. Sponsor/Instructor is not responsible for additional expenses incurred by registrants. Sponsor has the right to replace advertised Instructor with another Neuro-IFRAH Instructor without penalty. Conflicts of Interest and Disclosure: Policy & Procedures exist whereby all speakers must disclose any relationships which may cause a conflict of interest. Any relevant financial and non-financial relationships will be disclosed via speaker agreement, written notification after agreement, and prior to presentation. Complaints: Complaints of faculty and participants are handled with dignity and respect by the course coordinator and/or Director of Rehabilitation with resolution of the complaint communicated to all involved parties. All participants in Memorial Hermann Continuing Education Courses are entitled to an accessible, accommodating, and supportive teaching and learning environment. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
REGISTRATION All fields required. Email to ContinuingEducationRegistration@memorialhermann.org. Employees must use their Memorial Hermann email and complete the Memorial Hermann certification agreement with their Management team to receive employee tuition for the course. In the event of a course cancellation, participants will be notified via email & contact phone number on the registration form below. Complete registration form and reservation fee are due to reserve your place in the course. Registration fee includes: Access to course materials, snacks and lunch. Course Name: Neuro-IFRAH Certification Course in the Treatment and Management of Adults with Hemiplegia from a Stroke or Brain Injury Course Dates: July 29 August 4, 2017 AND September 9-15, 2017. First Name (as it will appear on course certificate): Last Name (as it will appear on course certificate): Discipline (as it will appear on course certificate): Professional License number: Professional School Attended: Date Graduated: Employer: Type of Facility: Current Position: Employer Location: Hours of Direct Patient Treatment per Week: Other Responsibilities: Total Years of Experience with Adults with Hemiplegia: *Optional Personal Statement Attached: Yes No Contact Email: Contact Phone Number: Work Phone Number: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip Code: In Case of Emergency Contact Name and Number: Any special assistance, needs, or ADA accommodations: Special dietary concerns: All participants in Memorial Hermann Continuing Education Courses are entitled to an accessible, accommodating, supportive teaching & learning environment. ContinuingEducationRegistration@memorialhermann.org ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PAYMENT Enter information below and send to ContinuingEducationRegistration@memorialhermann.org. Email confirmation will be sent upon receipt of application and payment.
PAYMENT : Payment can be made by credit card or check. No partial attendance allowed. Payment Source: Credit Card Payment Amount: Community Attendee $2,250.00 MHHS Employee: See your managerfor details Credit Card Payment Information: Visa MasterCard Discover American Express Credit Card Number: Expiration Date: (MM) (YY) Credit Card Billing information (if different from registration info above): Name exactly as it is on Credit Card: Zip Code: If paying by check, or sending registration by regular mail, send to: TIRR Memorial Hermann Education Academy Attn: Srikanth Challuri 1333 Moursund Houston, Texas 77030 *Make Check payable to TIRR Memorial Hermann Questions: Contact Education Administrative Assistant Srikanth Challuri @713-797-7432 or email ContinuingEducationRegistration@memorialhermann.org