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nH Bureau of
Developmental Services
LeaD SponSor
Level of Knowledge for Attendees: BEG – Beginner INT-Intermediate ADV-Advanced Topic is Geared Towards: PRO-Professional SUR-Survivor/Family ALL - Everyone
Sponsors:
Conference at a Glance
Women in Stroke ~ Mary Amatangelo, RN, MS, ACNP-BC, CCRN
This presentation will highlight TIA/Stroke risk factors specific towards
women, such as Afib, HRT, OCP’s,
Migraine and Pregnancy. It will
also briefly address some of the
most common issues post-stroke.
Mary Amatangelo is a Senior
Researcher and Nurse Practitioner
at Massachusetts General Hospital.
In this capacity she oversees the
stroke initiatives throughout the
six Partners Hospitals. Mary sees
stroke patients in a variety of
clinical settings. She has been
instrumental in seeing patients in
the Stroke Prevention Clinic at
both Mass General and Brigham
and Women’s Hospitals in Boston.
Ms. Amatangelo has lectured
nationally and internationally
on a variety of topics. She is a
member of the American Stroke Association.
Keynote Presentation ~ Steven Benvenisti, Esq.
Spring Break: A True Story of
Hope and Determination
Steven Benvenisti will discuss
a catastrophic brain injury
case that he has shared
with hundreds of audiences
throughout the country. This
program is regularly featured
on television and by the news
media. Steven recently authored
a book about this case entitled:
Spring Break: A True Story of
Hope and Determination. He has
received many awards relating
to this presentation, including
an Official Proclamation by the
United States Congress, Joint
Legislative Resolutions by the New Jersey Senate and Governor.
Steven Benvenisti, Esq., is a Partner with the Law Offices of Davis,
Saperstein & Salomon, one of the largest personal injury law firms in
New Jersey. He is among the 3% of New Jersey attorneys certified by
the Supreme Court as a Civil Trial Attorney.
NH Bureau of
Developmental Services
NH Psychological
Association
8:15
Welcome
8:30
Spring Break: A True Story of Hope and Determination — Steven Benvenisti, JD
Track A
Track B
Track C
Track D
Track E
Level of Knowledge for Attendees: BEG – Beginner INT-Intermediate ADV-Advanced Topic is Geared Towards: PRO-Professional SUR-Survivor/Family ALL - Everyone
Conference at a Glance
Keynote Presentation ~ Steven Benvenisti, Esq.
8:15 Welcome
8:30 Keynote: Spring Break: A True Story of Hope and Determination
Steven Benvenisti, JD
Stroke
Speech/Lang
Track
Survivor Track
Session I
10:00-11:00
Women in Stroke
Mary Amatangelo,
RN,MS, ACNP-BC,
CCRN
BEG/ADV/ALL
Training
Methods in
Brain Injury
Rehabilitation:
Fluency,
Discounting and
Exercise
Michael
Mozzoni, PhD,
BCBA-D, CBIT
ADV/PRO
Changing the
Brain to
Improve
Language
Outcomes
Dana Moser,
PhD, CCC-SLP
BEG/ALL
Perinatal Stroke
Gail Schuman,
DO
ADV/ALL
“I don’t think we’re in
Kansas anymore;” Living
Successfully with Aphasia:
Survivors and Caregivers
Share Their Views
Maryellen Gallagher, MS,
CCC-SLP
BEG/ALL
Session II
11:10-12:10
Initial Trauma
Management of the
Acutely Injured
Patient - The Good,
the Bad, and the
Ugly: A Case Review
Miguel Gaeta, MD
BEG/PRO
The iPad and
School:
Applications for
Cognitive and
Linguistic
Development in
the School
Environment
Constance M.
Ryan MA,
CCC-SLP
BEG/PRO
As Seen on TV: Facilitating
Function through Adaptive
Devices
Alyssa Page, MS, OTR/L
Ashley Trembley, MS, OTR/L
BEG/ALL
Factors
Influencing
Post-Acute
Brain Injury
Rehabilitation
Treatment
Outcomes
Nicholas J. Cioe,
PhD, CRC
BEG/ALL
12:15 - 1:15
Lunch
Session III
1:20-2:20
Planning and
Implementing an
Effective Stroke or
Brain Injury Support
Group
Katherine Burke,
MA, CCC-SLP
Lisa Sommers, MA,
CCC-SLP
BEG/ALL
How to
Identify and
Remedy
Common
Vision
Disorders
Resulting from
TBI
Kevin M.
Chauvette,
OD, FCOVD
BEG/ALL
Medical
Speech
Pathology: A
Basic Field
Guide For
Clinicians
Gina England,
MA, CCC-SLP
BEG/PRO
Transcending
Personal Biases
and Diagnostic
Silos through a
Transdisciplinary
Model of Social
Skills Training to
Facilitate
Neurocognitive
Rehabilitation: A
Case Study Austin
Errico, PhD
Cara Orton, PsyD
Steve Fox, MA
ADV/ALL
Living Life, Not Just
Surviving
Survivor Panel
Pam Dube
Tammy Faust
Paula Johnson
Facilitator:
Jill Keller, BS,PT
BEG/ALL
Session IV
2:45-3:45
Spasticity and Tone
Management for
the Neurological
Population
Shannon Mikell,
MS, OTR/L
Zoe McLean,
MS, OTR/L
BEG/ALL
Assistive
Technology for
Persons with
Brain Injury- an
Overview
David Kontak, MA,
MS, OTR/L
BEG/ALL
Drumming About You
Bob Bloom, Master
Teaching Artist
Time Schedule & Session Descriptions
7:30 am - 1:00 pm
Registration
8:00 am - 2:40 pmExhibitors
8:15 – 8:30Welcome
8:30 – 9:30
Keynote Presentation
– Steven Benvenisti, JD
Spring Break: A True Story of Hope and Determination
9:30 – 9:55 am
Morning Break – Please Visit the Exhibitors
10:00 – 11:00 am
Session I
A. Women in Stroke ~ Mary Amatangelo, RN, MS, ACNP-BC, CCRN, Senior Stroke Researcher/Nurse
Practitioner, Massachusetts General Hospital ~ This presentation will highlight TIA/Stroke Risk Factors specific towards women, such as Afib, HRT, OCP’s, Migraine and Pregnancy. It will also briefly address some of the most common issues post-stroke.
B. Training Methods in Brain Injury Rehabilitation: Fluency, Discounting and Exercise ~ Michael
Mozzoni, PhD, BCBA-D, CBIT, Director of Behavioral Services, Lakeview NeuroRehabilitation Center ~ This presentation will demonstrate training methods found in the behavioral literature and effectively applied to persons with ABI. Evidence in the behavioral literature concerning methods of fluency, discounting and trial presentation will be presented with several case studies. In addition some original research will be presented concerning mild limbic system activation to retrain autobiographical memory. Issues of motivation, alignment of expectations and success in therapy sessions will be reviewed in relation to behavior management and skill acquisition.
C. Changing the Brain to Improve Language Outcomes ~ Dana Moser, PhD, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor,
Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders, University of New Hampshire ~ Brain Injuries such as stroke, often result in long-term difficulties with speech and language. Sometimes, despite great efforts, minimal gains are achieved. Current research is attempting to understand how the brain supports recovery. With advances in medical technology, we are beginning to find new ways to understand treatment-induced changes with the brain; and hopefully, utilize this knowledge to improve interventions and maximize language outcomes. In this talk, we will discuss how we might influence changes in the brain to improve speech and language recovery following stroke.
D. Perinatal Stroke ~ Gail Schuman, DO, Elliot Pediatric Neurology ~ Perinatal stroke has a variety of causes
and symptoms. This presentation will cover the types of stroke in the perinatal time period with etiologies and treatments to be outlined.
E. “I don’t think we’re in Kansas anymore;” Living Successfully with Aphasia: Survivors and Caregivers Share Their Views ~Maryellen Gallagher, MS, CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pathologist,
Rehabilitation Medicine, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center ~ Research indicates that aphasia affects the whole family and not just the individual. Recent studies have begun to look at the larger impact of aphasia on the family as well as the stroke survivor and have begun to identify overarching themes related to living successfully with aphasia over time. Some of these studies offer specific advice from caregiver to caregiver about how to be better equipped for these new roles. This presentation will review this current literature and will be supported by a panel of stroke survivors and their spouses also presenting and sharing their journey to living successfully with aphasia.
11:10 – 12:10
Session II
A. Initial Trauma Management of the Acutely Injured Patient – The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: A Case Review ~ Miguel Gaeta, MD, Trauma Medical Director, Elliot Hospital ~ A review of initial evaluation of
a trauma patient, goals of treatment to prevent secondary brain or spinal cord injury.
B. Factors Influencing Post-Acute Brain Injury Rehabilitation Treatment Outcomes, ~ Nicholas J. Cioe,
PhD, CRC, Director of Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement, Lakeview NeuroRehabilitation Center ~ Brain Injury has a tremendous effect on the United States. The medical system has a continuum of care available but many of these services are extremely expensive. Despite the effectiveness of residential post-acute brain injury rehabilitation (PABIR) resistance to provide adequate funding remains because of a dearth of randomized controlled trial (RCT) studies demonstrating effectiveness. Some research suggests observational trials are typically more representative of community samples and yield conclusions similar to RCT Studies.
C. (cont’d) Changing the Brain to Improve Language Outcomes ~ Dana Moser, PhD, CCC-SLP, Assistant
Professor, Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders, University of New Hampshire See Session I C for description
D. The iPad and School: Applications for Cognitive and Linguistic Development in the School Environment ~ Constance M. Ryan, MA, CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pathologist, Inter-Lakes School
District ~ The development of Apple’s iPad has significantly changes how Speech Pathologists approach the remediation of cognitive and linguistic deficits in the school environment. Today’s presentation will focus on the theoretical and practical incorporation of the iPad into pediatric IEP goals and the classroom environment. Specific cognitive and linguistic applications will be indentified and discussed. Participants will also be given a resource list for additional identification of appropriate applications.
E. As Seen on TV: Facilitating Function through Adaptive Devices ~ Ashley Tremblay, MS, OTR/L &
Alyssa Page, MS, OTR/L, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital ~This presentation will provide an overview of the current population of individuals living with brain injury while accentuating the need for adaptive devices and technology to improve function in everyday life. The devices presented will promote joint protection, energy conservation, support unilateral use, communication, and mobility.
12:15 – 1:15
Lunch
1:20 – 2:20 pm
Session III
A. Planning and Implementing an Effective Stroke or Brain Injury Support Group ~ Katherine Burke,
MA, CCC-SLP & Lisa Sommers, MA, CCC-SLP, Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital ~ This presentation is designed for those interested in starting a support group for stroke and/or brain injury survivors and/or caregivers. We will provide tips for planning a new group, such as how to get members to attend and topic ideas for meetings. We will also review current research regarding the efficacy of support groups and provide resources to obtain additional information. Finally, the presentation will report our personal experience starting a support group at an inpatient rehabilitation setting.
B. How to Identify and Remedy Common Vision Disorders Resulting from TBI ~ Kevin M. Chauvette,
OD, FCOVD, Merrimack Vision Clinic & Vision Clinic Director, HealthSouth ~ In this session you will learn to identify common vision disorders resulting from TBI or CVA. You will also be shown simple techniques for improving visual function to help those with vision challenges.
C. Medical Speech Pathology: A Basic Field Guide ~ Gina England, MA, CCC-SLP, Private Practice ~
Practicing in a medical environment often presents significant challenges to the Speech Pathologist. The scope of medical information to be retained and utilized can be overwhelming. This presentation will provide participants with an actual “field guide” that can be used during daily clinical practice. Content includes: neurology, dysphagia, assessment protocols, treatment ideas, medication review, invaluable cheat sheets and a web based resource list.
D. Transcending Personal Biases and Diagnostic Silos through a Transdisciplinary Model of Social Skills Training to Facilitate Neurocognitive Rehabilitation: A Case Study ~ Austin Errico, PhD,
Director of Brain Injury Services, RiverRidge Neurorehabilitation Center & Consultant, NeuroRestorative, Cara Orton, PsyD, Neuropsychology Post-Doctoral Fellow & Steve Fox, MA, Rehabilitation Counselor, RiverRidge Neurorehabilitation Center ~ The participants will review a case study where the complexities of the survivor’s brain injury significantly impacted his social skills and cognitive abilities to modulate his behavior. It will also examine the challenges service providers experienced in developing a successful model of outpatient rehabilitation.
E. Living Life, Not Just Surviving ~ Survivor Panel Presentation: Pam Dube, Tammy Faust, Paula Johnson,
Facilitator: Jill Keller
2:20 –2:40 Afternoon Break – Exhibitor Raffle
2:45– 3:45
Session IV
A. Spasticity and Tone Management for the Neurological Population ~ Zoe McLean, MS, OTR/L
& Shannon Mikell, MS, OTR/L, Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Network ~ Increased muscle tone, also known as spasticity, is a common occurrence with the neurological population. Spasticity is often a barrier to functional activities, interferes with progression, limits range of motion and can cause increased pain. It is our hope that this presentation leaves you with a better understanding of spasticity and its treatment.
B. (cont’d) How to Identify and Remedy Common Vision Disorders Resulting from TBI ~ Kevin M.
Chauvette, OD, FCOVD, Merrimack Vision Clinic & Vision Clinic Director, HealthSouth See Session III B for description
C. (cont’d) Medical Speech Pathology: A Basic Field Guide ~ Gina England, MA, CCC-SLP, Private Practice
See Session III C for description
D. Assistive Technology for Persons with Brain Injury – an Overview ~ David Kontak, MA, MS, OTR/L, OT
Technology Lead ~ This presentation will provide an overview of the various types of technology products and services available to persons with brain injury. No experience with technology is necessary to benefit from this session.
E. Drumming About You ~ Bob Bloom, Master Teaching Artist ~ The Courtyard Marriott Hotel is going to
sparkle. Bob Bloom is trucking a colorful cargo of drums and percussion trinkets for you to get your hands around. You’ll take a drum ride with Bob as he drives the highest-octane songs that Concord, New Hampshire, has ever heard.
Conference Objectives
Participants will be able to identify advances in prevention, diagnostic assessment and rehabilitation, coping strategies, holistic approaches, recreation and leisure, and community support. They will also be able to identify ways to support collaboration and hope among participants, while developing a clearer vision of how we can better meet the needs of survivors and families in the community.