National Gerontological Nursing Association 2012 Annual Conference
Gerontological Nursing Care: A Safe Harbor
October 4 - 6, 2012 Baltimore, Maryland
Sarah Clements, Meetings and Convention Director
National Gerontological Nursing Association
3493 Lansdowne Dr, Suite 2
Lexington, KY 40517
859-977-7453
sclements@ngna.org
AcademyHealth Annual Research Meeting
June 24-26, 2012 Orlando, Florida
Conference Themes
Behavioral Health
Delivery System Innovations
Measurement of Quality and Value
Care of Chronic and Complex Patients
Disparities
Medicare
Child Health
Health Care Workforce
Methods
Comparative Effectiveness Research/Patient-Centered Outcomes Research
Health Information Technology
Organizational Behavior and Management
Consumer Choice, Decision-Making, and Behavior
Long-Term Care
Public Health, Prevention, and Population Health Improvement
Coverage Dynamics and Access
Market Dynamics
Science of Quality Improvment
Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society 44th Annual Meeting
WOCN 44th Annual Meeting June 9-13, 2012 Charlotte, North Carolina
Topics include but are not restricted to:
Wound
Evidence-Based Interventions
Management of Complex Wounds
Psychosocial and Quality of Life Aspects
Dermatological Management/Issues
Nutritional Issues in Wound Healing
Product Selection and Innovations
Ostomy
Evidence-Based Interventions
Stomal/Peristomal Complications
Continent Diversion Issues
Psychosocial and Quality of Life Aspects
Product Selection and Innovations
Clinical Outcomes
Continence
Evidence-Based Treatment and Management
Assessment Techniques
Complications of Incontinence: Dermatological Issues; Urinary Tract Infection; Renal Deterioration
Management of Intractable Incontinence
Issues in Bladder and Bowel Continence Management
Psychosocial and Quality of Life Issues
Continence Clinics
Professional Practice
Clinical Practice Outcomes; Standards of Care; Clinical Pathways
Role Justification Issues: Data Collection; Cost/Benefit Studies; CQI Programs Specific to the WOC Nurse Scope of Practice
Computer Software Applications: Database Programs; Statistical Packages; Educational Resources
Restructuring in Health Care Settings, Strategies for Survival
Marketing Strategies to Staff, Administrators, Peers
Implementing a Pressure Ulcer Prevention Program
Satisfaction Measurement
5th International Conference on Patient- and Family-Centered Care: Partnerships for Quality & Safety
The Institute for Patient- and Family-Centered Care is pleased to announce that The 5th International Conference on Patient- and Family-Centered Care will be held June 4-6, 2012, at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC.
The International Conference on Patient- and Family-Centered Care showcases innovative programs dedicated to collaboration among health professionals, patients, and families. The conference provides opportunities to address emerging issues in patient- and family-centered care, both at the systems and individual levels. It includes presentations from hospitals, primary care, specialty ambulatory settings, community based programs, public health and mental health agencies, patient- and family-led organizations, schools of medicine, nursing, and other health and helping professions. The conference features a variety of formal and informal meetings, including plenary sessions, concurrent breakouts, round table discussions, workshops, a video theatre, and poster presentations.
Invest in Patient- and Family-Centered Care: It makes good business sense!
With ever-increasing economic challenges and the ongoing threat of budget cuts facing health care organizations, now is the time to invest in cost-saving, patient- and family-centered strategies that will produce measureable outcomes for your hospital or health system. The 5th International Conference on Patient- and Family-Centered Care: Partnerships for Quality and Safety, June 4-6, 2012, in Washington, DC will offer cutting-edge sessions to help develop important initiatives to save money for health care organization and yield positive outcomes for safety, quality, and experience of care.
The Conference will showcase innovative health care programs that are dedicated to partnerships with patients and families to improve outcomes and enhance the quality and safety of health care. Presenters, from a variety of disciplines, will share their experiences and accomplishments in advancing the practice of patient- and family-centered care. Many of the following will be represented: Patient/Family-Health Care Provider Teams, Patient and Family Advisors and Leaders, Health Care Administrators and Managers, Health Care Practitioners, Integrative Health Care Practitioners, Stress Management and Mind-Body Specialists, Health Care Educators and Information Specialists, Child Life Specialists, Psychologists/Psychiatrists, Social Workers, Faculty, Researchers, and Students in Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Social Work, Education, Allied Health, and other related fields, Architects/Interior Designers, Health Care Planners, Policy Makers, and Government Agency Leaders, and Funders of Health Care Programs.
The following are a few examples of the many potential offerings: presentations on patient-centered medical homes—a model of care to improve health outcomes and strengthen the U.S. health care system; use of computer and telecommunications technology and electronic health records; impact of patient- and family-centered rounds on patient safety, patient and family satisfaction, interdisciplinary care team performance, and medical education; and strategies to improve patient safety and quality of care. Areas of practice may include, for example, adult health care, geriatrics, pediatrics, newborn intensive care, medical homes, accountable care organizations, primary care, integrative health care, chronic illness care, emergency care, critical care, long term care, behavioral and mental health, and public health.
Institute for Patient- and Family-Centered Care
6917 Arlington Road, Suite 309
Bethesda, Maryland 20814
By Phone: 301-652-0281
By Fax: 301-652-0186
By E-mail: institute@ipfcc.org
