Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Challenges and Controversies in Treatment Conference

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This conference will focus on the challenges and controversies surrounding the treatment of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI). It is the second in a series of leading-edge and interactive conferences that explore the management of this complex condition. Health, insurance and legal professionals who work with mild traumatic brain-injured clients are encouraged to attend this compelling and practical one-day conference. Prominent Canadian and International experts will lead participants in interactive sessions to explore current evidence, best practice and treatment models in use within the mTBI population.

In addition to keynote and workshop sessions, this conference will offer delegates an opportunity to collaboratively build a treatment plan based upon actual cases and current evidence. Delegates will then hear how their treatment plan is evaluated In light of current practice, by an expert Insurer examination panel, who represent the legal, insurance and medical fields.

Overall Learning Objectives:
By the end of the conference, participants
* Will have reviewed the wide range of controversies and challenges in the treatment of mild traumatic brain injury
* Will identify the strengths and weaknesses of various treatment modalities related to mild traumatic brain injury

We are applying to have this event approved as an accredited group learning activity as defined by the Maintenance of Certification of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

Date: Friday February 5, 2010
Download the brochure and register
(Registration includes a continental breakfast, a light lunch and refreshments, materials and a certificate of attendance.)

Contact:
Contact Conference Services by email at conferences@torontorehab.on.ca or by phone at 416-597-3422 extension 3693.

Halifax Chapter Annual General Meeting

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Time: 2:00 pm
Date: Sunday January 17, 2010
Place: Room 1613 – Veterans Memorial Building
Brain Injury Association of Nova Scotia
Room 13-009/010
13th Floor, Victoria Building, VG Site, QEII
Phone: (902) 473-7301
Fax: (902) 473-7302
Mail: PO Box 8804, Halifax, NS B3K 5M4
Website: www3.ns.sympatico.ca/bians1

A Helping Hand to a New Beginning

Congrès québécois de la réadaption

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Le 8e Congrès québécois de réadaptation aura lieu les 29 et 30 octobre 2009 à l’Hôtel des Seigneurs à Saint-Hyacinthe ! En résumé, c’est :
· 5 conférences-plénières
· 75 ateliers-conférences
· 34 présentations par affiches
· Plus de 35 kiosques d’exposants
· Près de 600 participants !
pour prendre connaissance du programme au complet : www.aerdpq.org

ci-dessous :
Voici quelques exemples d’ateliers qui pourraient vous intéresser ou à tout le moins intéresser les intervenants qui travaillent avec des personnes ayant subi un TCC.

LA CULTURE D’ÉQUIPE; UNE ASSURANCE POUR UNE RÉADAPTATION D’EXCELLENTE QUALITÉ À MOINDRE COÛTS
Hélène LECLAIRE, Institut de réadaptation Gingras-Lindsay-de-Montréal
Émilie LEMAY-BRAULT, Institut de réadaptation Gingras-Lindsay-de-Montréal

Les auteurs se sont tournés vers les cliniciens pour répertorier les ingrédients qui ont fait une différence dans la réadaptation des personnes avec un TCC. Ces ingrédients regroupés ont permis non seulement de mettre en perspective une culture d’équipe favorable au succès de la réadaptation mais aussi de développer un outil d’évaluation et de gestion du fonctionnement interdisciplinaire à cette fin.

RÉSILIENCE ET RÉADAPTATION : UNE HISTOIRE À SUIVRE…
Bernard MICHALLET, Centre de réadaptation InterVal et CRIR
Anouchka HAMELIN, Centre de réadaptation InterVal

Le concept de résilience est devenu une réalité importante dont on doit tenir compte dans l’intervention en adaptation-réadaptation. Cette présentation vise 3 objectifs : 1) définir ce concept; 2) envisager ses applications possibles en adaptation-réadaptation; 3) présenter les facteurs facilitateurs sur les plans scientifique, clinique et organisationnel pour une utilisation optimale auprès des personnes vivant avec des incapacités physiques.

LA PRISE EN COMPTE DES FACTEURS ENVIRONNEMENTAUX, UNE ÉTAPE ESSENTIELLE LORS DE L’ÉVALUATION DE LA PARTICIPATION SOCIALE
Lucie BOISSIÈRE, Institut de réadaptation en déficience physique de Québec

L’utilisation en clinique d’un outil standardisé évaluant la qualité de l’environnement, chez la clientèle enfant / adolescent, permet d’identifier les facteurs environnementaux qui perturbent ou favorisent la réalisation des habitudes de vie. Les résultats de l’étude montrent que le soutien et les attitudes des proches favoriseraient la participation sociale, alors que le temps disponible pour effectuer des tâches y ferait obstacle.

LE RITUEL DE FIN DE RÉADAPTATION : PROLONGER LA QUALITÉ DES SOINS JUSQU’À L’ÉTAPE ULTIME DE LA RÉADAPTATION
Danièle LABRÈCHE, Centre de réadaptation Estrie
Isabelle BOUCHARD, Centre de réadaptation Estrie

Développés pour la clientèle avec un TCC modéré-grave, le rituel de fin de réadaptation, avec son guide personnalisé de ressources, vise à faire de la fin de réadaptation un moment marquant et constructif pour les usagers. Il célèbre les forces de la personne et reconnaît le chemin parcouru. Il dresse un bilan de la réadaptation et clôt harmonieusement la relation thérapeutique.

Pour connaître les détails, rendez-vous sur le site de l’AERDPQ (www.aerdpq.org) Sachez que le coût de l’inscription est moindre avant le 25 septembre.
guy lemieux
Agent de développement
Regroupement des Associations
de personnes traumatisées cranio-cérébrales (RAPTCCQ)
911, rue Jean-Talon Est, bur 106
Montréal, H2R 1V5
info@raptccq.com
www.raptccq.com
tél. 514 274-7447, poste 223
fax. 514 274-1717

What is Accessibility? What is Disability?

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How do museums and galleries develop new audiences and adapt to a diverse population?

How do we facilitate the meaningful involvement of the very communities we aspire to represent through our exhibitions, curatorial research, and interpretive planning?

In response to growing interest and demand for training and dialogue from museums and galleries across Canada, this national conference will examine these and other topics which address new and innovative ways to make exhibitions, programs and spaces more accessible for all visitors, including those with disabilities.

Speakers will include leading experts in the field of community outreach, cognitive psychology, adaptive technology and multi-modal learning as well as Canadians with disabilities.

Connections Collections and Communities October 1-4, 2009, The National Gallery of Canada.

The NABIS Seventh Annual Conference on Brain Injury

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The North American Brain Injury Society is pleased to announce that the Seventh Annual NABIS Conference on Brain Injury will be held at the Austin Downtown Hilton Hotel in Austin, Texas. This year NABIS will be holding a full-day Pediatric Symposium on Brain Injury on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, with the full Conference taking place from Thursday, October 15, through Saturday, October 17, 2009.

Toronto Rehab, Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Challenges and Controversies in Diagnoses

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Toronto Rehab, Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Challenges and Controversies in Diagnoses
When: Friday, February 6, 2009 – Where: The Old Mill Inn and Spa, Toronto, ON
This conference is now accredited for 6.25 hours of CME!

A must-attend event for professionals who are impacted by the challenges inherent in diagnosing mild traumatic brain injury.
Join Us for the Conference:

  • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Trial! Take part in a mock jury trial to reveal the controversies surrounding MTBI in a courtroom setting. You’ll be a Juror!
  • Participate in interactive discussions, workshops, and plenary sessions
  • Review the latest evidence on mild traumatic brain injury, as well as challenging aspects of diagnosis
  • Attend sessions on conditions such as post-traumatic dizziness, post traumatic stress disorder, and the assessment of symptom validity

Don’t miss it! Register today

Relax and Learn 2009

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Relax and Learn Conference

R&L Brochure
R&L Registration Form
R&L Profile/Case Study Submission Notice
R&L Profile/Case Study Submission Form

Okanagan Conference on Brain Injury

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April 29 – May 1
Namarata Conference Centre, Narmata BC
Host: BrainTrust Canada

Theme: Social Capital – “harnessing the power of community”. The conference will focus on building and developing communities for people living with disabilities, with special emphasis on persons with brain injury. It is an interactive learning experience for professionals, family members, caregivers and persons with brain injury.

Keynote speakers include:
- Al Condeluci, Ph. D, Pittsburgh, PA
- Janet Williams, MSW, Ph.D, Kansas City, KS
- David Seaton, CEO, Live Oak Living Programs, Manchaca, TX

Registration Form
Preliminary Program
For further information visit BrainTrust Canada.

Vocational Outcomes in Traumatic Brain Injury Conference

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Vocational Outcomes in Traumatic Brain Injury Conference
“INTERVENTIONS THAT WORK”
Third Biennial Multidisciplinary, International Conference
May 7-9, 2009
Supported by Tree of Life, The University of Calgary and The University of Washington
Endorsed by the International Brain Injury Association

3rd Annual Canadian Neuroscience Meeting

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3rd Annual Canadian Neuroscience Meeting

3rd Annual Canadian Neuroscience Meeting
May 24-27 2009, Vancouver, BC
Westin Bayshore Hotel

Register Now!
www.can-acn2009.org

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