CMS Office of Minority Health Advances Health Equity During Pride Month
Cindi Hobbes
Behavioral Health in Ohio: Improving Data, Moving Toward Racial & Ethnic Equity — Webinar on June 21
Behavioral Health in Ohio: Improving Data, Moving Toward Racial & Ethnic Equity
June 21, 2023
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm MDT; 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm EDT
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This webinar, offered by The College for Behavioral Health Leadership (CBHL), explores how data can be more effectively used to advance racial and ethnic equity in behavioral health care.
Since early 2022, a multi-organizational collaborative team with expertise in advocacy, policy, research, and organizational transformation has worked together to improve behavioral health for Ohio’s marginalized racial and ethnic populations. Their work products include a series of research reports analyzing the opportunities and recommendations for change. To date, the collaborative has produced two reports, the first presenting the big picture around racial and ethnic equity and behavioral health as an introduction to the topic; the second report focuses on the workforce, featuring a breakdown of the racial and ethnic composition of Ohio’s behavioral health providers and recommendations for improvement in data collection, policy, diversity in education, and more. Two final reports are in-process and will focus on treatment and funding.
Join us to learn how you might replicate this in your own communities, including rationale for use of data to advance racial and ethnic equity, how to create a team structure and work processes to gather and analyze data, and the ways in which the findings are already making an impact in Ohio.
Shapiro Administration Announces Commonwealth Chief Diversity Officer
Celebrate Pride Month in PA
June 1 marks the beginning of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, a time to recognize and celebrate LGBTQIA+ individuals in our communities. Pride month is celebrated in June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan, a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. Initially, “Gay Pride Day” was celebrated on the last Sunday in June. In many cities across the nation, the celebration grew to a month-long series of events.
Today, celebrations include pride parades, picnics, parties, workshops, symposia, and concerts, and LGBTQ Pride Month events attract millions of participants around the world. Memorials are held during this month for those members of the community who have been lost to hate crimes or HIV/AIDS. The purpose of the commemorative month is to recognize the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and internationally.
Find PRIDE events near you!
- Philadelphia
- Lehigh Valley
- Harrisburg
- Pittsburgh
- Scranton/Wilkes-Barre
- York
- Altoona
You can also search for your local town here.
IPRC Webinar on Understanding the Basics of Neuroimaging — June 8
Understanding the Basics of Neuroimaging and Practical Applications for Pediatric Rehabilitation Providers
Thursday, June 8, 2023
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST; 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm CST;
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm MST; 11:00 am – 12:00 pm PST
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST; 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm CST;
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm MST; 11:00 am – 12:00 pm PST
Kristen R. Hoskinson, PhD
Speaker/Panelist Bio:
Dr. Hoskinson is a licensed pediatric neuropsychologist and principal investigator at Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) in Columbus, Ohio. Now fully immersed in the research world, her lab focuses on using neuroimaging methods to detangle the neurocognitive, social, and behavioral consequences of pediatric medical conditions, including traumatic brain injury, childhood cancer, critical congenital heart disease, and long-COVID. As Co-Director of the Neuroimaging and Behavior Research Group at NCH, she’s devoted to advocating for the utility of neuroscientific methods to understand long-term outcomes in pediatrics, including working closely with neuropsychology and physician colleagues in applying and interpreting these tools.
In this presentation, Dr. Hoskinson provides an introduction to multiple neuroimaging methods commonly encountered by the pediatric neuropsychologist during clinical practice. This includes basics on development, acquisition, interpretation, and how each approach can prove a useful tool in optimizing care for pediatric patients.
Objectives: At the end of this session, the learner will:
- Identify two neuroimaging methods useful for identifying abnormalities in brain structure;
- List one strength and one concern with use of CT versus MRI in childhood brain injury; and
- Describe how functional MRI methods can be informative in pediatric rehabilitation.
Audience: This webinar is intended for all members of the rehabilitation team, including medical staff, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, licensed psychologists, mental health professionals, and other interested professionals.
Level: Intermediate
Certificate of Attendance: Certificates of attendance are available for all attendees. No CEs are provided for this course.
Registration: Registration is complimentary for members of IPRC/RCPA. Registration fee for non-members is $179. Not a member yet? Consider joining today. Multiple registrations per organization are permitted.
Reminder: IPRC Webinar on Transition Readiness — April 6
IPRC Webinar Transition Readiness: Strategies to Prepare Pediatric Patients and Their Families for the Next Steps
Thursday, April 6, 2023
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT; 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CDT;
10:00 am – 11:00 am MDT; 9:00 am – 10:00 am PDT
REGISTER
Speakers and Panelists:
Carrie Cuomo, DNP, CPNP
Julie H. Corder, RN, MSN, CNP
Tim Flynn, PT
Kara M. Pickering, MA, CCC-SLP
Speaker Bios:
Carrie Cuomo
Carrie Cuomo, DNP, CPNP, is the Director of Advanced Practice Registered Nurse services in the Pediatric Institute at Cleveland Clinic. She is a clinical provider in the Department of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Cuomo holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Case Western Reserve University, a Master’s Degree from The University of Akron, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree from The University of Akron. She has experience in teaching, nursing leadership, and clinical practice. She was a fellow in the Duke Johnson and Johnson Nurse Leadership program 2014–2015 and 2020–2021. Dr. Cuomo is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurses Practitioners and Ohio Association of Advanced Practice Nurses. She is a Co-Investigator on the Project IMPACTT grant sponsored by HRSA. She serves on the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Council and the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Preceptor Council. Dr. Cuomo’s professional interests are in the area of pediatric to adult transition.
Julie H. Corder
Julie H. Corder is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the Pediatric Complex Care Clinic at the Cleveland Clinic. This multidisciplinary program cares for pediatric patients with multiple chronic conditions with a dependence on technology. A primary interest and passion for Julie is developing processes to ensure high level care for this population throughout their lifespan as they transition from pediatric to adult care. Julie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from The University of Akron, a Master’s Degree in Nursing from Case Western Reserve University, and was a fellow in the Duke Johnson and Johnson Nurse Leadership program from 2020–2021. Julie is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurses Practitioners. She is a Co-Investigator on the Project IMPACTT grant sponsored by HRSA. She serves on the Advanced Practice Credentialing and Privileging Committee for the Cleveland Clinic.
Objectives:
At the end of this session, the learner will:
- Define the (6) core elements of transition and review how they can be incorporated into practice;
- Identify tools available to assist providers and examine ways to incorporate them into clinical workflow;
- Explore one organization’s process to enhance care and assist with the transition of care for young adults to adult providers; and
- Discuss tools to utilize with clients and families to support transition of services.
Audience: This webinar is intended for all members of the rehabilitation team, including medical staff, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, licensed psychologists, mental health professionals, and other interested professionals.
Level: Intermediate
Certificate of Attendance: Certificates of attendance are available for all attendees. No CEs are provided for this course.
Registration: Registration is complimentary for members of IPRC/RCPA. Registration fee for non-members is $179. Not a member yet? Consider joining today. Multiple registrations per organization are permitted.
Free Upcoming Webinar Series: 2023 PHE Unwinding
The Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP) is pleased to offer series of upcoming webinars focusing on various Medicaid-related topics. During each session, experts from PHLP will share what advocates and providers need to know about the unwinding of the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE).
Please register for each training using the separate links below. Closed captioning will be available for each session. If you have any questions about the series or problems with registration, please email Danna Casserly.
UPCOMING TOPICS:
Getting Ready for Medicaid & SNAP Changes
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
9:30 am ET
Medicaid Eligibility 101
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
10:00 am ET
Medicaid Appeals, Reconsideration, & Troubleshooting Coverage Denials
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
10:00 am ET
Revisiting MAWD (Medical Assistance for Workers With Disabilities) & Introducing Workers With Job Success
Thursday, April 20, 2023
11:00 am ET
Dual Eligibles & Medicare Savings Programs
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
11:00 am ET
IPRC Webinar on Transition Readiness — April 6
IPRC Webinar Transition Readiness: Strategies to Prepare Pediatric Patients and Their Families for the Next Steps
Thursday, April 6, 2023
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT; 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CDT;
10:00 am – 11:00 am MDT; 9:00 am – 10:00 am PDT
REGISTER
Speakers and Panelists:
Carrie Cuomo, DNP, CPNP
Julie H. Corder, RN, MSN, CNP
Tim Flynn, PT
Kara M. Pickering, MA, CCC-SLP
Speaker Bios:
Carrie Cuomo
Carrie Cuomo, DNP, CPNP, is the Director of Advanced Practice Registered Nurse services in the Pediatric Institute at Cleveland Clinic. She is a clinical provider in the Department of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Cuomo holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Case Western Reserve University, a Master’s Degree from The University of Akron, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree from The University of Akron. She has experience in teaching, nursing leadership, and clinical practice. She was a fellow in the Duke Johnson and Johnson Nurse Leadership program 2014–2015 and 2020–2021. Dr. Cuomo is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurses Practitioners and Ohio Association of Advanced Practice Nurses. She is a Co-Investigator on the Project IMPACTT grant sponsored by HRSA. She serves on the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Council and the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Preceptor Council. Dr. Cuomo’s professional interests are in the area of pediatric to adult transition.
Julie H. Corder
Julie H. Corder is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the Pediatric Complex Care Clinic at the Cleveland Clinic. This multidisciplinary program cares for pediatric patients with multiple chronic conditions with a dependence on technology. A primary interest and passion for Julie is developing processes to ensure high level care for this population throughout their lifespan as they transition from pediatric to adult care. Julie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from The University of Akron, a Master’s Degree in Nursing from Case Western Reserve University, and was a fellow in the Duke Johnson and Johnson Nurse Leadership program from 2020–2021. Julie is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurses Practitioners. She is a Co-Investigator on the Project IMPACTT grant sponsored by HRSA. She serves on the Advanced Practice Credentialing and Privileging Committee for the Cleveland Clinic.
Objectives:
At the end of this session, the learner will:
- Define the (6) core elements of transition and review how they can be incorporated into practice;
- Identify tools available to assist providers and examine ways to incorporate them into clinical workflow;
- Explore one organization’s process to enhance care and assist with the transition of care for young adults to adult providers; and
- Discuss tools to utilize with clients and families to support transition of services.
Audience: This webinar is intended for all members of the rehabilitation team, including medical staff, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, licensed psychologists, mental health professionals, and other interested professionals.
Level: Intermediate
Certificate of Attendance: Certificates of attendance are available for all attendees. No CEs are provided for this course.
Registration: Registration is complimentary for members of IPRC/RCPA. Registration fee for non-members is $179. Not a member yet? Consider joining today. Multiple registrations per organization are permitted.
An Evening With Dr. Ibram X. Kendi — March 9
Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures presents Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, author of “How to be an Antiracist” and “How to Raise an Antiracist,” at 6:00 pm on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at the Carnegie Library Lecture Hall in Oakland.
Dr. Kendi is appearing with the release of his new children’s book, “The Making of Butterflies,” a retelling of work by Zora Neale Hurston from her folktale anthology “Mules and Men.” His conversation with Dr. Valerie Kinloch, Dean of University of Pittsburgh’s School of Education, will focus on the importance of these works of literature within the framework of his antiracism work. In-person and virtual tickets are available. For more information, visit their website.
Pennsylvania’s 2023 Health Equity Conference Announced for April 4
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
9:00 am — 3:00 pm
Register Here
Registration for the 2023 Health Equity Conference is now open!
Join the Office of Health Equity for a day of expert speakers as they provide valuable insight on health equity, whole person care, and chronic disease prevention. The conference will be held on April 4, 2023, from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm and is entirely virtual. Hear from our keynote speakers before heading into a breakout room of your choice to get more in-depth information on a variety of health equity related topics. Registration is open until April 3, so don’t miss out on an opportunity to connect with others in the field from the comfort of your own home.
Questions about this year’s summit? Please contact Judelissa Rosario or Emily Lebo for support. We hope to see you there!
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