

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 12th Annual Brain Injury Conference - SLP Registration
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 01:40 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The Northwell Health Rehabilitation Network welcomes you to attend our 12th Annual Brain Injury Conference.About this Event**** THIS LINK IS FOR SLPs ONLY. ALL OTHER PROFESSIONS, PLEASE REFER TO THE SEPERATE LINK ON EVENTBRITE***.This event will be held on Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent to the email address you registered with, on April 17th after 4pm.* For questions about the event, please contact rehabeducation@northwell.eduWe welcome you to attend this webinar where experts from Northwell Health Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation team will discuss the complexity of managing challenging recoveries in brain injury - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Brain Injury RehabilitationKeynote Speaker:Sarah Khan, DOAttending PhysiatristBrain Injury Medicine Physical Medicine and RehabilitationGlen Cove HospitalAssistant ProfessorPhysical Medicine and Rehabilitation,Zucker School of MedicineCourse Director:Rosanna C. Sabini, DOChair, Department of Physical Medicine &amp; Rehabilitation,South Shore University HospitalMedical Director, Northwell Health Concussion ProgramProgram Director, Brain Injury Medicine Fellowship ProgramProfessor, Physical Medicine &amp; Rehabilitation,Zucker School of MedicineCourse Agenda8:00 am Welcome and IntroductionRosanna C. Sabini, DO8:05 am The "Golden Hours" of Neuroprotection: How Acute Neuro-Intensive Care Shapes Long-Term TBI RecoveryTagir Sabirov, MD, Melissa Karpowicz, OTR/L, BCPR, Emma Smith, CCC-SLP, Harly Stander, PT, DPT, NCS, Stephanie Liburd, BSN, RN, CCRN, SCRN8:50 am Understanding and Managing Post-Traumatic Epilepsy After TBIMatthias Dunse, MD9:15 am Navigating Brain Fluid Dynamics: Neurosurgical Management of Hydrocephalus, EVDs, and Their Impact on RehabilitationJustin Michael Thomas, MD, FAANS, FACS9:40 am Q&amp;A9:50 - Break10:00 am From Trach to Talk &amp; Swallow: A Pulmonologist and SLP's Collaborative Approach to Airway Management &amp; DecannulationJustin Poon, MD, Helena Trainor, MS, CCC-SLP10:30 am Finding Their Feet: Multidimensional Management of Gait Impairments After TBICaroline Varlotta, DO, Lisa Rusch, PT, DPT, MBA, Sonia Thomas, PT, Suzanne Lasseter, PT11:00 am Fueling Cognitive Restoration: Strategic Nutritional Support After Brain InjuryAmbika Chawla, MS, RD, CNCS, CCTD11:30 am Beyond the Brain Injury: Fostering Mental Wellness and Coping Strategies in TBI RehabilitationJames Olsen, PhD , Jessica Victor, LCSW12:00 Q&amp;A12:10 pm 10 Minute Break12:20 pm KEYNOTE SPEAKERA Patient’s Perspective – Living with a Brain InjurySarah Khan, DO1:30 pm Q&amp;A1:40 pm AdjournStatement of Need:Traumatic brain injury (TBI) remains a critical and pervasive public health challenge, profoundly impacting individuals and communities across the United States. Millions of Americans, including a disproportionate number of children and young adults, live with permanent disabilities stemming from past TBIs, as highlighted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Beyond the staggering financial burdens, these individuals and their families grapple with profound personal and societal consequences. The long-term effects of TBI – encompassing a spectrum from cognitive and emotional challenges to sensory and motor dysfunctions – are often insidious and unseen, earning TBI the moniker "the invisible epidemic." Unlike outwardly visible injuries, TBI's hidden disabilities can drastically alter life trajectories, impacting career paths, social interactions, and family dynamics, often leading to limited public awareness and understanding.Addressing this complex challenge demands proactive and integrated strategies, translating cutting-edge research into effective clinical practice. This conference is specifically designed to bridge the crucial gaps in knowledge and clinical application surrounding TBI management. Through a series of expert-led sessions, we aim to equip physicians, therapists, and healthcare teams with the latest evidence-based findings and practical, multidisciplinary approaches. Our focus spans the entire continuum of care, from acute neuro-intensive interventions and neurosurgical considerations to comprehensive rehabilitation strategies and vital psychosocial support. By fostering an environment of collaboration and continuous learning, this conference seeks to accelerate the adoption of best practices, ultimately elevating the quality of life for TBI survivors and significantly mitigating its pervasive impact on societyProgram Objectives: All Northwell Health continuing medical education activities are designed to improve patient care, safety, and outcomes. At the conclusion of this conference, participants should be able to:Explain the critical role of acute neuro-intensive care and neuroprotection in shaping long-term TBI recovery.Describe the recognition, diagnosis, and medical/neurosurgical management of common complications after TBI, such as post-traumatic epilepsy, hydrocephalus, and cerebral fluid dynamics.Describe interdisciplinary collaborative approaches for specialized rehabilitation interventions, including airway management, decannulation, and strategies for improving speech and swallow function in TBI patients.Assess multidimensional strategies for managing gait impairments and promoting physical well-being in TBI survivors.Identify the role of strategic nutritional support in cognitive restoration and overall recovery after brain injury.Explain methods for fostering mental wellness, developing coping strategies, and addressing psychosocial challenges within TBI rehabilitation, informed by patient experiences.Integrate principles of early identification and evidence-based interventions to optimize diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes across the continuum of TBI care.Target Audience: This activity was planned by and for MDs, RNs, RDs,  PTs, PTAs, SLPs, OTR/Ls &amp; Social Workers. All other members of the health care team who are interested in attending including COTAs, Residents, Fellows, Medical and Therapy Students are invited to attend.Joint Accreditation Statement: In support of improving patient care, Northwell Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Ph*rm*cy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.Credit Designation Statements:Physicians: Northwell Health designates this activity for a maximum of 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.Physical Therapy Credit Designation: Long Island Jewish Medical Center, member of Northwell Health, is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of Physical Therapy and Physical Therapist Assistant continuing education. Completion of this course will award 6.6 contact hours to professionals of the corresponding disciplines. Participants should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.Occupational Therapy Credit Designation: This course and speaker(s) have been approved by the New York State Occupational Therapy Association to award NYS Continuing Competency Hours to NYS Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants. 5.0 Credits may be awarded based on the rules and regulations of the program and within the active period as listed belowSpeech and Language Pathology Credit Designation: Long Island Jewish Speech and Hearing Center, member of Northwell Health is recognized by the American Speech and Hearing Association as an approved continuing education provider for Speech Language Pathologists. Completion of this course will award .5 contact hours to Speech Language Pathologists. To be reported to ASHA registry, you must remain logged on for the entire 5-hour event. A link to the Learning Outcomes Survey and evaluation will be emailed to participates following the conclusion of the event. To be reported to the ASHA registry, you must complete the ASHA CEU information via the registration page, and you must complete the survey within 1 week of receipt. If you have any questions or complaints, please contact Kristin Beadle, Director, Speech Pathology at kbeadle@northwell.edu Social Work: Northwell Health, Inc: Corporate Care Coordination is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0855. Northwell health designates 5.25 continuing education units (CEU) for this activity or learning session.Registered Dietitians and Dietetic Technicians, Registered: Northwell Health designates this activity for 5.25 CPEU contact hours. RDs and DTRs are to select activity type 102 in their Activity Log. Sphere and Competency selection is at the learner’s discretion.Verification of Attendance: Will be provided to all other professionalsRegistration Fees:$50 for Northwell Health employees &amp; voluntary faculty$75 for all othersFree for medical students/residents/fellows/therapy studentsCancellation Policy: To receive a refund, all cancellations must be confirmed by emailing RehabEducation@northwell.edu Friday, April 10, 2026 . An administrative fee of $25 will be kept for all cancellations. No refunds will be given after this date or for “no-shows.”Disclosure Policy: Northwell Health adheres to the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CME-CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others, are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.Americans with Disabilities Act: This conference is in compliance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is accessible for individuals with special needs. If you would like to attend this conference and require any special needs or accommodations, please contact our education team at RehabEducation@northwell.edu.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/f50ea650-1859-11f1-8eaa-b38b02b0f2a1-rimg-w1023-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/f54b1310-1859-11f1-aeab-61db2c8b1d8a-rimg-w1200-h479-dcffffff-gmir.jpg Disclaimer: You are now directed to a third-party registration site, Eventbrite. Please note that Eventbrite is a third-party information portal that is not owned, operated, or managed by Northwell Health. Your use of Eventbrite is solely at your discretion and is governed by Eventbrite’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Service. Northwell Health does not make any representation or warranties of any kind, express or implied, with respect to the contents or operation of this website.
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