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WHAT IS THE CONCUSSION HEALTH SUMMIT?
Latest knowledge and technology regarding diagnosing & treating concussionBy emphasizing the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach, this event will address concussion management across the sports lifespan. Concussion management requires a network of specialty providers to ensure patients are accurately diagnosed and effectively treated.
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Event speakers and moderatorsChristopher Giza, MD Adult and Pediatric Neurologist at UCLA Medical Center
Mark A. Letendre, ATC Director of Umpire Medical Services for Major League Baseball
Bridgett Wallace, PT, DPT President of 360 Balance & Hearing Center
Navy Cmdr. Paul Sargent, MD Site director for the Defense and Veterans Brain Injury site at Camp Pendleton
Adam Bauman, MS, RPh Vice President of Orthopedic & Sports Performance, Therapeutic & Diagnostic Services, Business Development at Ascension Seton
Martha Pyron, MD Sports Medicine Specialist at Ascension Seton
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WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
Best practices in concussion managementUndeniably, the consequences of sports-related concussions have become a growing concern and the need for education is paramount. Sports-related concussions are a significant public health issue due to the large number of people who incur these injuries each year, the generally young age of athletes at the time of injury and the potential cumulative effects and serious consequences of head trauma.
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Tickets
Healthcare Providers - General Admission to the Concussion Health Summit: $275.00 Regular Pricing $375 Your ticket includes continuing education credits (for Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist assistants, Occupational Therapists, and Athletic Trainers) from Friday, September 27th to Sunday, September 29th - 12:30pm. You are also welcome to join us for the Concussion Town Hall Discussion Panel from 1:30pm to 3:00pm. Community - General Admission to Concussion Town Hall Event: FREE
The Concussion Town Hall Event kicks off on Sunday, September 29th at 8:00am with presentations from world-renowned experts. Following the morning session is an interactive event with open discussions and question & answer sessions among healthcare providers, advocates, and individuals who have suffered a concussion as well as loved ones and caregivers. Add-on (optional) - FREE Balance Performance Baseline Testing The testing will take place on Sunday, September 29th from 4:00pm - 5:00pm and is available to 100 student-athletes. It includes:
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