Program Calender

Type Event/Description/Location Date/Time Instructor Contact/Information
Asthma Research Study Biofeedback Breathing Technique Asthma Study
Do you have mild to severe asthma? Do you have asthma symptoms at least once a week even though you're following your medication therapy? Are you between 18 and 65 years of age? If so, you may want to participate in a biofeedback breathing technique study funded by the NIH (National Institutes of Health) and taking place now through July 2012 at Baylor University Medical Center and Southern Methodist University in Dallas. No medications will be changed during the 4 week long individualized study. The objective is to learn better breathing technique to alleviate or prevent symptoms.
Stress, Anxiety and Chronic Disease Research Center, Southern Methodist University, Expressway Tower, 6116 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, 75206
On-going through July 2012
Individually arranged
N/A For more info and to enroll in this free study, call 214-768-3414
Healthcare Professional Education Asthma Management & Education, How to Help Your Patients Take Control of Their Asthma
A continuing education program for nurses and respiratory therapists worth 3 contact hours, 3 clock hours of CE for educators in the area of children with special needs. Little Village Lawndale Campus, 3120 S. Kostner, Chicago, IL 60623. Pre-registration required by March 31 with CPS University online. Deadline for registrations is March 31. Not part of Chicago Public Schools? Register via email to info@aafatexas.org by March 31. In subject line, write "Chicago Registration." Include your full name, degree, mailing address and phone.
Friday, April 9, 2010
8:30 am - 11:30 am
Don Cui, PA-C, AE-C Contact AAFA-TX for more information
info@aafatexas.org
Patient Education 2nd Annual Parent Asthma Workshop
An asthma education and awareness program presented by Broward County Public School Health Education Services and Nova Southeastern University featuring a student poster contest, environmental demonstrations and Ask the Doc session. Continental breakfast and refreshments provided. Nova Southeastern University, 3301 College Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314. RSVP by April 26 to Anitra Hayes, 754-321-2272 or adella.earle@browardschools.com
Saturday, May 8, 2010
9:00 am- 1:00 pm
N/A For more information, contact Broward County Public Schools
adella.earle@browardschools.com
Patient Education Tools To Manage Your Asthma & Allergies
Worksite Wellness Program plus on-site mini allergy screenings
Citi Group Financial, Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
11:00 am - noon
Andrew D. Beaty, MD Contact AAFA-TX for more information
888-933-2232
info@aafatexas.org
Healthcare Professional Education Manage Adolescent and Adult Asthma with a Team Approach: Apply NHLBI Guidelines to Your Practice
An accredited CME symposium ( 4.5 AMA PRA Category 1 credits, eligible for 4.5 AOA Category 1B credit, 4.5 ACPE for pharmacists, 4.5 CEU, 4.5 AARC) for primary care physicians, pediatricians, gerontologists, specialists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists, nurses, respiratory therapists and healthcare administrators. La Quinta Inn, Mill Creek Rm, 825 N. Watson Rd, Arlington, TX 76011. Free parking. Space is limited. Tuition: $125, payable by check to AAFA Texas. Fees waived for early registration before April 23. Last day to register is April 30 on space available basis. Program includes light refreshments, program syllabus, patient education materials, peak flow meter and spacer. Door prizes: Inspiration Elite Nebulizers provided by Respironics.
Saturday, May 15, 2010
8:30 am - 1:30 pm
William Lumry, MD: "How to Use NHLBI Guidelines to Develop Optimal Treatment Options" Robert Rogers, MD: "How to Apply NHLBI Guidelines to Individualized Assessments" Eric Schmitt, MD: "How to Build a Team to Control Adolescent and Adult Asthma" Richard Herrscher, MD, contributing moderator. Contact AAFA-TX for more information.
888-933-2232
info@aafatexas.org
To register: aafatexas.org/registration.htm
Patient Education SAFER Houston Food Allergy Support Group Parents and Caregiver Conference
An educational luncheon conference on food allergies including food allergy basics, newest food allergy research. Beck's Prime Restaurant, 1001 E. Memorial Loop Dr., Houston. Lunch is provided. Registration fee of $17 per person. Send check to SAFER Houston c/o Blanche Ramsey, 7 E. Racing Ct., The Woodlands, TX 77381
Saturday, May 22, 2010
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
N/A Contact SAFER Houston for more information.
dorin@saferhouston.com
Healthcare Professional Education Asthma Management & Education, How to Help Your Patients Take Control of Their Asthma
A continuing education program for nurses and respiratory therapists worth 3 contact hours, 3 clock hours of CE for educators in the area of children with special needs. Specific location in Dallas to be announced. Pre-registration is required with Dallas ISD online. Deadline for registrations is June 7.
Monday, June 14, 2010
8:30 am- 11:30 am
TBA Contact AAFA-TX for more information
info@aafatexas.org