Continuing Education Approval Statements Podiatric PhysiciansAPMA is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. APMA has approved this activity for up to 27.5* continuing education contact hours (CECH).
* This number is based on attendance at all general session lectures, breakfast symposia, plenary lectures, and the poster abstracts symposium.
Podiatric Medical AssistantsThe American Society of Podiatric Medical Assistants is approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Podiatric Medical Assisting Certification as a sponsor of continuing education in podiatric medical assisting. Program participants may earn up to 27.5 CECH. Only 20 credits are required per year for certification renewal.
General InformationRegistration Desk ScheduleWednesday, July 11 2:00–6:00 p.m. Thursday, July 12 5:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Friday, July 13 6:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Saturday, July 14 6:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Sunday, July 15 6:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Exhibit HallPrince George’s Exhibition Hall C–E Thursday, July 12–Saturday, July 14 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Grand Opening Thursday, July 12, 9–10 a.m.
All exhibits are housed in the spacious Prince George’s Exhibition Hall C–E. The hall will be filled with representatives from all aspects of industry: medical equipment and supplies, footwear, pharmaceuticals, practice management, marketing, publications, and more. Come in, peruse the aisles, shop, and make plans to return and learn more about the extensive line of products and services on display.
The hall is your hub for shopping, scanning, and socializing. Be sure to stop by often, and remember to thank the exhibitors for supporting The National.
Note: All lunches (except non-CECH lunches) and refreshment breaks take place in the exhibit hall.
Opening AddressRep. Brad Wenstrup, DPM (R-OH), the first podiatrist to serve as a US Congressman, will open The National with a keynote address Thursday morning. Now in his third term, Dr. Wenstrup, a veteran of
the Iraq war and Army Reserve officer, has distinguished himself not only as a legislator, but also as a powerful advocate for veterans and the profession of podiatry.
Dr. Wenstrup is the primary sponsor of APMA’s VA Provider Equity Act. The legislation would allow podiatrists serving within the Veterans Health Administration the same professional opportunities their allopathic and osteopathic colleagues enjoy, easing recruitment challenges that currently jeopardize quality health care for veterans.
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PRELIMINARY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMThursday / July 12Breakfast Symposia 2018 Dermatological Update, Evidence-Based Medicine and Treatment of Gout
Opening Address Keynote Speaker: Rep. Brad Wenstrup, DPM
Plenary Lecture Common Lower Extremity Skin Lesions and Soft Tissue Masses—Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Wound Care Track
Pyoderma Gangrenosum and Other Inflammatory-Based Wounds, Biofilm Stimulating Inflammasomes and Cellular Senescence, Bioactive Borate Glass in Wound Care, Wound Care in Trauma, ICD-10 Coding for Wound Care
Biomechanics Track
Biomechanics and the Lower Extremity, Importance of Core Stability, Medial Calcaneal Nerve Pain, Botox for Heel Pain, High Ankle Sprains
Back to Basics: Forefoot and Midfoot Surgical Techniques Track
Unusual Digital Problems and How to Address Them, First MTP Fusions and Early Weight Bearing, Sylastic Total Implants for Hallux Limitus, Lisfranc Fracture Dislocation, ICD-10 Coding for Surgery
Limb Preservation Track
Diabetic Foot Osteomyelitis, Antibiotics for Osteomyelitis, Management of Charcot Deformity, Surgical Offloading of Lesser Metatarsal Head Ulcerations, Advances in Limb Salvage Technology, ICD-10 Coding for Limb Preservation
Dermatology Track
Skin Physiology and Topical Medications, Infant and Toddler Toenail Conditions, Treatment of Skin and Soft Tissue Infections, Skin Lesions
Radiology Track
TBD
PLUS! Non-CECH Lunch Symposia*, Young Physicians’ Lunch and Learn (non-CECH), The Podiatry Management Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Reception (non-CECH)
ASPMA Review Courses: Clinical and Administrative
Assistants’ Educational Program
APMA Registry and MIPS, OSHA, Ethics, Compliance
Key Podiatrists and Assistants Assistants Additional Registration Fees Required
* Non-CECH Lunch Symposia are ticketed events limited to 100 participants each.
Friday / July 13Hands-On Workshops: MIS—Bunion and Ankle Fracture, Medial Double Arthrodesis, Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), Wound Care
MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
Breakfast Symposia Biomechanics, Wound Care/PVD
Plenary Lecture Skin Infestations
Public Health/Disparities Track
Implicit Bias, Medical Cannabis for Health-Care Professionals, Medical Cannabis—DPM Experience, Physician Burnout
Miscellaneous Topics Track
TBD
Surgical Blitz Track
Bioactive Glass in Surgery, Carbon Fiber Fixation, Total Ankle Replacement, Surgical Correction of Osteochondritis Dissecans, Metatarsal Fractures, Surgical Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankle Trauma, ICD-10 Surgical Coding
Participating Organizations Track
• Keys To Managing a Successful Podiatric Practice (American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management)
• Treatment Modalities for Complicated Injuries (American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine)
• Time's Up on Heel Pain (American Association for Women Podiatrists)
• Importance of the Forefoot in Lower Extremity Pediatric Chief Complaints (American College of Foot and Ankle Pediatrics)
• Geriatrics, Connective Tissue Disorders (American Society of Podiatric Medicine)
• Comprehensive Update of Flatfoot Surgery (American Society of Podiatric Surgeons)
• Collaborating for Limb Preservation (Society for Vascular Surgery/APMA)
PLUS! Non-CECH Lunch Symposia*, Young Physicians’ Lunch and Learn (non-CECH)
ASPMA Clinical and Administrative Examinations
Assistants’ Educational Program Coding Update, Radiology, Wound Care, Infectious Disease, Medical Cannabis, Therapeutic Footwear, Prescription Custom Orthotics
2018 Annual Scientific Meeting Sponsors Diamond Bako Diagnostics
Ortho Dermatologics
PICA
The Rhett Foundation for the
Advancement of Podiatric
Medical Education
Platinum Horizon Pharma, Inc.
MediTouch/NextGen
Healthcare
Crystal Vionic Group, LLC
Silver ASICS America Corporation
NEMO Health
OCPM Foundation
Recro Pharma, Inc.
BronzeSpenco Medical by Implus
PewterETS Wound Care
Copper Altra Footwear
PRELIMINARY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
Invited Faculty Javan S. Bass, DPM*
Alan J. Block, DPM, MS
Michele Bradice, PMAC
Tara Brown, PMAC
Patrick R. Burns, DPM
Michelle L. Butterworth, DPM
Michael B. Canales, DPM
Alicia A. Canzanese, DPM, ATC*
Windy E. Cole, DPM
Robert M. Conenello, DPM
Emily A. Cook, DPM, MPH, CPH
Jeremy J. Cook, DPM, MPH, CPH
Keith D. Cook, DPM
Kesha Davis, PMAC
Louis DeCaro, DPM
Lawrence A. DiDomenico, DPM
G. Dock Dockery, DPM
Mark D. Dollard, DPM
Michael S. Downey, DPM
Daniel P. Evans, DPM
John N. Evans, DPM
Ryan H. Fitzgerald, DPM
Robert Frimmel, DPM
Alison Garten, DPM
John Guiliana, DPM
David C. Hatch Jr., DPM*
Kimberly Heineman, PMAC
Kimberlee B. Hobizal, DPM,
MHA*
Christopher R. Hood Jr., DPM*
Adam L. Isaac, DPM*
Rem Jackson
Warren S. Joseph, DPM
Alex Kor, DPM
Gordon K. Lam, MD
Karen A. Langone, DPM
Guido LaPorta, DPM
Jeffrey D. Lehrman, DPM
Melissa J. Lockwood, DPM
Robert Marcus, DPM
Leslie G. McAhren, MFA
James B. McGuire, DPM, PT,
CPed
Mark J. Mendeszoon, DPM
Andrew J. Meyr, DPM
Joshua L. Moore, DPM*
Ellianne M. Nasser, DPM*
Doris B. Newman, DO
Annie L. Nguyentat, DPM*
Howard G. Osterman, DPM
Stephen D. Palmer, DPM
Priya Parthasarathy, DPM
Andrew B. Peacock, DPM*
Heather Rafael, DPM
Matthew J. Regulski, DPM
Evan A. Rieder, MD
Andrew Schneider, DPM
Erika Schwartz, DPM
Michael L. Sganga, DPM*
Noman Siddiqui, DPM
Jennifer Spector, DPM
Wenjay Sung, DPM
Robert J. Toomey III, DPM*
Elliot Udell, DPM
Tracey C. Vlahovic, DPM
Larry M. Waranch, Esq.
Benjamin Weaver, DPM
Jacob Wynes, DPM, MS
*Young Physician
Saturday / July 14Breakfast Symposium/Risk Management Program Amputations: It Can Happen to Anyone
Plenary Lecture TBD
Poster Abstracts Symposium
Podiatry School Student Quiz Bowl
Oral Abstracts Track
TBD
Surgical Blitz Track
Evans’ Calcaneal Osteotomy, Compartment Syndrome, Morton’s Neuroma Surgery, Diabetic Ankle Fractures, Bone Graft Repair of Flail Toe, Bone Fillers, Split Peroneus Longus Ankle Stabilization, ICD-10 Surgical Coding
Controversy Debates
• Plantar Heel Pain: Orthotics and Stretching Versus Injectables and Procedures
• Predislocation Syndrome: Plantar Plate Repair Versus Flexor Tendon Transfer
• Hindfoot Reconstruction: Medial Double Versus Triple Arthrodesis
Students’ and Residents’ Program (non-CECH)
TBD
PLUS! Non-CECH Lunch Symposia*, Practice Management Lunch and Learn (non-CECH)
Assistants’ Educational Program Risk Management, Practice Marketing, Customer Service, Post-Op Complications, Dealing with the Difficult Patient
Office Managers’ Coffee Talk
Sunday / July 15Breakfast Symposium MIPS and APMA Registry Update
APMA Coding Seminar and Ethics
Team APMA 5K Run/WalkSaturday, July 14
Proceeds benefit the APMA Educational Foundation Student Scholarship Fund.
All information in this program is current as of January 12, 2018.