February 17-18, 2012

This course will include didactic and laboratory sessions. There will be 6 hours of guided hands on laboratory practice time in small groups. Day One didactic sessions will feature lectures on flexible and rigid laryngoscopy, stroboscopy, and interpretation AND flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing and interpretation. The didactic sessions on Day Two will be discipline specific. Track One will feature lectures on anesthetizing the larynx and subglottal space, Otolaryngology inoffice procedures, TNE, and report generation and billing for Otolaryngologists. Track Two will feature lectures on anesthesia and the Speech Pathologist, report generation and billing for the Speech Pathologist, and documentation. Hands-on practice in interpretation will be emphasized and participants will have the opportunity for interpretation practice in small groups.

NEW THIS YEAR will be concurrent master classes in voice and dysphagia therapy the second day giving participants an opportunity to observe and interact with master clinicians during hands on care of real patients.

1. Participants will distinguish the appropriate application of laryngeal imaging for diagnosing voice disorders and swallowing disorders.

2. Participants will demonstrate endoscope management, universal precautions, and the risk of use of topical anesthetic.

3. Participants will develop basic endoscopic techniques for use of the rigid and flexible endoscopes.

4. Participants will develop an introduction - intermediate level skill of interpreting laryngeal imaging examinations and FEES.

A hands-on workshop for Otolaryngologists and Speech Language Pathologists, interested in performing laryngeal imaging examinations, stroboscopy, and FEES

The Emory University School of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 15 AMA Physician’s Recognition Award Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Each physician should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. The Emory University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Emory University School of Medicine Department of Otolaryngology is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology. See course information for number of ASHA CEUs, instructional level and content area. ASHA CE Provider approval does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures.

Tuition fee is $495. Tuition includes a course syllabus, continental breakfasts and breaks, lunches and other amenities involved in creating a rewarding learning experience.

This course has a maximum registration, so please register early. Written cancellation on or before February 1, 2012 will be refunded less a $100 administrative fee. Cancellations after February 1, 2012 are NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE. Program agenda is subject to change without notice.

The conference will be held at Emory University Hospital Midtown, Glenn Education Building and Emory Voice Center, 550 Peachtree St., NE, Atlanta, GA. (formerly called Crawford Long Hospital).

Hotel Accomodations

Hotel accommodations can be reserved at the following hotels that are within walking distance to the conference facility:

1. Sol-Melia: 590 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30308; 404-881-6000 (two blocks). Ask for Emory University rate.

2. Georgian Terrace: 659 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 (three blocks) 404-897-1991. Ask for hospital rate.

3. Hyatt Place: 3030 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 (two blocks) 404-577-1980

4. The 12 Hotel: 400 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 (three blocks) 404-418-1212

5. Hotel Indigo: 683 Peachtree Street, NE, Atlanta - (404) 874-9200 (three blocks). Ask for hospital rate.

Edie R. Hapner, PHD Course Director
Director Speech-Language Pathology, Emory Voice Center
Assistant Professor
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Emory University School of Medicine

Michael M. Johns, III MD Course Co-Director
Director, Emory Voice Center
Associate Professor
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Emory University School of Medicine

Adam Klein, MD FACS Course Co-Director
Laryngologist- Emory Voice Center
Assistant Professor
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Emory University School of Medicine

Melissa Statham, MD
Laryngologist-Emory Voice Center
Assistant Professor
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Emory University School of Medicine

Adam D. Rubin, MD
Laryngologist
Director, Lakeshore Professional Voice Center
St Clair Shores, MI

Marina Gilman, MM, MA, CCC-SLP
Speech Pathologist-Singing Voice Specialist
Emory Voice Center
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Meryl Kaufman, MEd. CCC-SLP BRS-S
Speech Pathologist-Dysphagia Specialist
Emory Voice Center
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Carissa Maira, MS CCC-SLP
Speech Pathologist-Voice Specialist
Emory Voice Center
Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Sign-up for the Emory Voice Center Workshop. We will send you a PDF form to complete for registration.