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Northwest Foundation for Maxillofacial Research & Education Continuing Education Courses 2010-2011
The NW Foundation for Maxillofacial Research & Education is an ADA CERP and AGD recognized provider.
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ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality
providers of continuing dental education. ADA does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors,
nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
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The Kaizen Way NEW! A Book Review by: Dr. Bryan W. McLelland, DDS
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"One Small Step Can Change Your Life: The Kaizen Way"
Great change is made through small steps. Technique easy- yet encompassing. Asking small questions, thinking small thoughts, taking small actions and solving small problems. The science is irrefutable. Small steps circumvent the brains built-in resistance to new behavior and the goal...the goal is to change your life without fear or failure. The results, amazing.
This book "describes a peaceful and simple way of handling all the difficulties in our lives. You will breathe a sigh of relief as you read it!," comments Dr. Susan Jeffers, Ph.D., author of "Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway."
February 24, 2011; 12:00 - 2:00pm
Location: 2700 S. Southeast Blvd
Spokane. WA
(Special Location-Lower Level Conference Room)
May 9, 2011; 12:00 - 2:00pm
Location: 12109 E. Broadway Ave. Bldg. C
Spokane Valley, WA
(Valley Conference Room)
The Northwest foundation for Maxillofacial Research & Education designates this activity for 2 hours of Continuing Education Credits.
To register: Contact Melissa Judd at 509.342.2002 or email: melissajudd@spokaneomfs.com
Cost: Complimentary
***Lunch will be provided
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Healthcare Provider (BLS) CPR Training Program Multiple Dates
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This CPR Training course meets current state requirements for dental health care professionals. Course includes
1.5 hour instructional video, hands on training, and a 15 minute examination. This course is approximately
3 hours long. CPR cards will be processed and mailed to you approximately 4 weeks following the course date.
February 1, 2011; 12:00 - 3:00pm
Instructor: TBA
Location: 12109 E. Broadway Ave. Bldg. C
Spokane Valley, WA (Fee is $6.00)
April 4, 2011; 12:00 - 3:00pm
Instructor: TBA
Location: 12109 E. Broadway Ave. Bldg. C
Spokane Valley, WA (Fee is $6.00)
Summer CPR Event: June 16, 2011; 4:00 - 8:00pm
Instructor: Spokane Valley Fire Fighters
Location: The Home of Drs. Mark & Diane Paxton
4427 S. Madison Rd.
Spokane Valley, WA (Fee is $10.00 for this event)
The Northwest foundation for Maxillofacial Research & Education designates each module for 6 for the initial class and 4 for renewal hours of Continuing Education Credits.
To register: Contact Melissa Judd at 509.342.2002 or email: melissajudd@spokaneomfs.com
Cost: $6 per person, please make checks payable to: NWFMRE
***Lunch will be provided
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OSHA/WISHA Update & Review April 8, 2011
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This presentation reviews the current standards and recommendations for management of office OSHA/WISHA safety programs. New recommendations, tuberculosis precautions and office tuberculosis management programs will be reviewed. This presentation meets current recommendations for staff member’s annual review of OSHA/WISHA safety programs.
Course Objectives
Participants will be able to discuss and understand who OSHA/WISHA are and discuss and understand the requirements of these groups including:
First Aid Training
Standard Precaustions
Blood Borne Pathogen Standards
Protocol for needle sticks
Accident Prevention
Hazard Communication
Infectious Waste
April 8, 2011; 12:00 - 2:00pm
Instructor: Bryan W. McLelland, DDS
Location: Providence Auditorium
Sacred Heart Medical Center
101 W. 8th Ave, Spokane WA
The Northwest foundation for Maxillofacial Research & Education designates this activity for 2 hours of Continuing Education Credits.
To register: Contact Melissa Judd at 509.342.2002 or email: melissajudd@spokaneomfs.com
Cost: Complimentary
***Lunch will be provided
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Maximizing Your Profit Presented by: Susan A. Schuler
Business Manager, Spokane Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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Recommended for Dentists, Office Managers, and Lead Administrative Staff
Running your dental practice efficiently will maximize your profit. Susan Schuler will share with you her business experience and insight within the wonderful world of human resources and process improvement. This interactive course will provide you with numerous ideas that you can implement in your own office to build a stronger business and dental team!
Course Objectives
Walk away with new out of the box business solutions
Learn how to identify low lying fruit
Eliminate fear of change
Better understand process improvement and how to carry it out
Learn how to manage to people's strengths rather than their weaknesses
January 26, 2011; 12:00 - 2:00pm
Location: 602 N. Calgary Ct.
Post Falls, ID
Lower Level Conference Room
April 26, 2011; 12:00 - 2:00pm
Location: 2700 S. Southeast Blvd
Spokane, WA
Lower Level Conference Room
The Northwest foundation for Maxillofacial Research & Education designates this activity for 2 hours of Continuing Education Credits.
To register: Contact Melissa Judd at 509.342.2002 or email: melissajudd@spokaneomfs.com
Cost: Complimentary
***Lunch will be provided
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Management of Medical Complexities Presented by Dr. Mark C. Paxton, DDS
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A review of other less common, but significant medical problems in, and treatment modifications for, the outpatient dental patient. The following topics will be covered: hypothryrodism, hyperventilization, treating obese patients, treating those who are undergoing radiation, as well as treating rheumatoid and oncology patients.
February 8, 2011; 12:00 - 2:00pm
Location: 12109 E. Broadway Ave. Bldg C
Spokane, WA
March 30, 2011; 12:00 - 2:00pm
Location: 2807 S. Stone
Spokane, WA
May 5, 2011; 12:00 - 2:00pm
Location: 602 N. Calgary Ct.
Post Falls, ID
(Lower Level Conference Room)
The Northwest foundation for Maxillofacial Research & Education designates this activity for 2 hours of Continuing Education Credits.
To register: Contact Melissa Judd at 509.342.2002 or email: melissajudd@spokaneomfs.com
Cost: Complimentary
***Lunch will be provided
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More About the Foundation
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The NWFMRE is a non-profit (501-C) foundation dedicated to furthering research programs and the education and training of dental health care provider. The NWFMRE is a recognized program provider by the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) and American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP)
Since 1997, The Northwest Foundation for Maxillofacial Research & Education and Spokane Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery have awarded over $58,000 in scholorships to local students persuing higher education in a health care related field. Membership dues from the Northwest Implant Study club, fees collected from continuing education courses and donations given to the foundation contribute to this cause allowing us to give back to our community.
Thank you for being a part of this worthy cause.
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TO REGISTER
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EMAIL: the following information to: melissajudd@spokaneomfs.com
1. Course Title & Date
2. First & Last Name of Attendees
3. Your Office Name
4. Your Phone Number
CALL to register: 509-342-2002 Melissa Judd, CE Coordinator
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