SUBMISSION:

Please submit proposals using the form found here: https://forms.gle/KGPoETV1EQze6mtP9 
Proposals must be received by Monday, September 8th. 

Proposals will be reviewed by the conference organizing committee and speakers will be informed of acceptance or denial by September 22nd  Due to how our CMEs are credentialed, topic changes cannot be submitted after the acceptance date.  Thank you for your understanding.  

If you have any questions, please contact UAPA at utahapa.info@gmail.com.

This year we are excited to be offering a day focusing on Clinical Pearls. 

The hope would be that specialists can share the most important information relevant to preparing a patient for referral. Information presented would not be the latest research in the discipline but information that would be helpful for general practicioners or those seeing patients with these health concerns. 

"Clinical Pearls" refer to concise, practical teaching points derived from clinical cases or experiences. They highlight specific, often lesser-known, aspects of medical management that can be readily applied in clinical practice. 

• Focus on Practicality:

  Clinical Pearls emphasize actionable information that can be immediately used in daily practice, rather than abstract concepts or theoretical discussions.
• Case-Based Learning:

  They often originate from real-life patient cases, allowing for a more relatable and engaging learning experience.
• Concise and Memorable:

  Pearls are usually presented in a brief and easily remembered format, making them more likely to be retained by attendees.
• Evidence-Based Support:

  While often presented as practical tips, clinical pearls should be supported by literature or evidence-based findings whenever possible.

I. Advanced Clinical Practice & Specialization for PAs:

• Sessions:
• "Navigating Complex Polypharmacy & Medication Management": Strategies for PAs to optimize medication regimens in patients with multiple comorbidities.
• "Emerging Infectious Diseases & Public Health Preparedness": The PA's critical role in identifying, managing, and preventing outbreaks in their communities.
• "Pain Management Beyond Opioids: Multimodal Approaches for PAs": Non-pharmacological interventions, interventional pain techniques, and responsible opioid prescribing.

 

• Leadership & Management Skills for PAs:
• "From Clinician to Leader: Stepping into Administrative & Supervisory Roles": Skills for PAs in team management, departmental leadership, and quality improvement initiatives. 

• PA Advocacy & Policy Engagement:
• Sessions:
• "The PA's Role in Healthcare Policy: Influencing Change from the Ground Up": How PAs can engage with professional organizations, legislative bodies, and local communities to impact healthcare policy.
• Burnout Prevention & Well-being for PAs:
• Sessions:
• "PA Wellness & Resilience: Strategies to Combat Burnout & Thrive": Mindfulness, self-care, building supportive networks, and advocating for systemic changes to improve well-being.
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III. Technology & Innovation for the Modern PA:

• AI Integration in PA Practice:
• Sessions:
• "Ethical Considerations of AI in Patient Care: What PAs Need to Know."
• "AI in Diagnostics & Clinical Decision Support: A PA's Tool Kit": Practical workshops on using AI-powered tools for image interpretation, differential diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment suggestions. 

• Advanced Telehealth & Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM):
• Sessions:
• "Telehealth 2.0: Advanced Applications for PAs in Virtual Care": Beyond basic virtual visits – exploring remote patient monitoring, virtual consults, and hybrid care models.
• "Digital Health & Wearables: Integrating Patient-Generated Data into Practice": How PAs can utilize data from smart devices to enhance patient engagement and chronic disease management.
• "Healthcare Hackathon for PAs: Solutions for Everyday Practice Challenges": An interactive session where PAs brainstorm and develop innovative solutions to common clinical or administrative pain points (e.g., improving workflow, patient education tools).

 Digital Health Tools & Data Analytics:

• Sessions:
• "Leveraging Data Analytics for Practice Improvement: A PA's Guide": Using practice data to identify areas for improvement, track patient outcomes, and demonstrate PA value.
• "Cybersecurity & Data Privacy for PAs: Protecting Patient Information in a Digital Age": Best practices for PAs to safeguard electronic health records and ensure compliance.

 

IV. Enhancing Patient Care & Community Impact:

• Health Equity & Underserved Populations:
• Sessions
• "PAs as Advocates for Health Equity: Addressing Social Determinants of Health": Community resource navigation, advocating for underserved populations, and integrating social needs into clinical practice.
• "The PA's Role in Community Health & Outreach Programs": Engaging in public health initiatives, health education, and disease prevention at a community level.

 

• Patient Engagement & Shared Decision-Making:
• Sessions:
• "Shared Decision-Making: Empowering Patients in Their Healthcare Journey": Techniques for effective communication, eliciting patient preferences, and managing challenging conversations.

• Quality Improvement & Patient Safety Led by PAs:
• Sessions:
• "PAs Driving Quality Improvement Initiatives in Your Practice,"
• "Root Cause Analysis: Preventing Medical Errors as a PA,"
• "Implementing Evidence-Based Practice in Daily Clinical Care."

 

Don't be discouraged if your topic is not listed here. We are looking for all topics but these are the ones that we have the most interest in.

If you have any questions, please contact Amy Baird at utahapa.info@gmail.com.