Bethany Children’s Health Center sends this information as posted below:
In recognition of Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, Bethany Children’s Health Center is hosting its 4th Annual Cerebral Palsy Conference on Saturday, March 29, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m, on campus via Entrance 1 at 6800 NW 39th Expwy. The conference is designed to educate and connect children and adults living with cerebral palsy, as well as their families, caregivers and supporters. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from a lineup of distinguished physicians along with medical experts from Bethany Children’s Health Center, including:
- Dr. Joline E. Brandenburg, M.D., Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
- Lori Wathen, Sooner Success, Oklahoma City
- Dr. Justin Ramsey, M.D., Bethany Children’s Health Center
- Dr. Deepti Chrusciel, M.D., Bethany Children’s Health Center
The event will cover vital topics, including community resources, early diagnosis, social wellness, and the latest advancements within the cerebral palsy community. The conference will be a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with others in the cerebral palsy community. Bethany Children’s Dr. Ramsey offers the unique perspective of living with CP himself, and his expertise is just one in many viewpoints throughout the day that will bridge the gap between research and advancements in CP with practical application.
Agenda
8:00 AM – Doors Open: Refreshments, vendor booths and resource tables
9:00 AM – Introduction – Justin Ramsey, MD
9:10 AM – Cerebral Palsy: Is it all in your head?: Joline Brandenburg, MD Division Chair, Pediatric Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Mayo Clinic
9:55 AM – Community Resources: Lori Wathen, Sooner Success
10:15 AM – Break
10:45 AM – Fun and Games for the Kids in the Gym
10:45 AM – Breakout Sessions in the Conference Center
- 1) Equipment Options: Mary Johns, PT & Kera Parker, OT
- 2) Social Wellness – Bethany Children’s Behavioral Team
- 3) Early Diagnosis – Deepti Chrusciel, MD
11:25 AM – Breakout Sessions in the Conference Center
- 4) What’s your Superpower?: Alena Skinner, 17-year-old living with CP, Advocate and Podcaster “I Can Totally Do That”
- 5) New Info in Adult CP – Justin Ramsey, MD,
Noon – Lunch, Vendor Booths & Activities
12:30 PM – Parent Grief & Coping: Parent/Social Worker/Pediatric Psychologist Panel
2:00 PM – Program Ends
Cerebral Palsy is a neurological condition that impacts children and adults’s movement, balance, and posture. It is the most common motor disability found in children and can range from mild to severe symptoms. The Cerebral Palsy Conference hopes to inform caregivers with relevant, researched medical information that will assist them in taking care of their loved ones.
Tickers are available for $10 here and cover lunch for the attendee. Attendees who register by Friday, March 7 will receive a free conference t-shirt.
For more information visit Bethany Children’s Events page on the website.
About Bethany Children’s Hospital
Bethany Children’s Health Center is an innovative leader in the field of pediatric rehabilitation and 24-hour complex care. The private, non-profit hospital, which is accredited by Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC), offers inpatient and outpatient services for children and is the only inpatient pediatric rehabilitation facility in Oklahoma. The hospital is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Our multidisciplinary team works with patients and their families to maximize every child’s potential, and ensure the family has the training and resources needed for a smooth transition from hospital to home.
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