University of New England

College of Health Professions announces 2007-08 seminar series

The University of New England College of Health Professions seminars -  which are part of the College's integrated, interdisciplinary health and healing (I2H2) initiative -  focus on I2H2 issues related to curriculum development, evidenced-based research and evaluation, and the development and implementation of I2H2 practice models.

The seminars are open to members of the University Community. Unless otherwise noted, the seminars will be held in the CHP Lecture Hall, Westbrook College Campus. Please RSVP for lunch by contacting Amanda Whispell  (221-4521) or awhispell@une.edu All walk-ins are welcome for the seminars.

Schedule

U.S. Constitution Day: Universal Health Care
Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2007 (12:00 - 1:00 p.m.)
Mike Sheldon, P.T., M.S., associate professor, Department of Physical Therapy; Jane Walsh, J.D., assistant professor, Dental Hygiene Program; Carl Toney, P.A., assistant professor, Physician Assistant Program

This panel is organized in compliance with the Federal government’s legislation, which requires that all educational institutions that receive federal funds implement educational programs relating to the U.S. Constitution. The speakers are: Jane Walsh, J.D., assistant professor, Dental Hygiene; Michael Sheldon, PT, MS, associate professor and program director, Physical Therapy; and Carl Toney, P.A., assistant professor and project director, Center for Transcultural Health.   

CHP seminar series: Grand Rounds
Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2007  (12:00 -1:30 p.m.)
Contact: Nancy MacRae, M.S., OTR/L, associate professor of Occupational Therapy; Karen Pardue, M.S., B.S.N., associate professor and assistant director, Department of Nursing; Shelley Cohen Konrad, Ph.D., M.S.W., assistant professor, School of Social Work; Cathy Hagerman, M.S.N.A., clinical assistant professor, School of Nurse Anesthesia; Lisa Southwick, P.A.-C., M.P.A.S., assistant professor, Physician Assistant Program; Denise Bisaillon, Ed.D, assistant dean, College of Health Professions.

Based on traditional hospital grand rounds, a case from 'real life' practice will be presented to students for interdisciplinary discussion. This event is designed to be a collaborative, interactive experience that invites students from all CHP schools and programs to learn from each other. The interdisciplinary case discussion will focus on care for the burn patient.

CHP seminar series: Evidence for the Art of Practice
Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2007  (12:00 -1:30 p.m.)
Clay Graybeal, Ph.D., M.S.W., professor, School of Social Work

The term “evidence-based practice” is derived from the assumption that there is a direct connection between problem and intervention.  That is, diagnosis should determine the treatment.  However, the cumulative data in mental health suggests that the quality of the alliance between the provider and patient or client is more predictive of outcome than either problem severity or the particular theoretical approach applied.  This presentation will review the research and discuss the implications for all the health professions.

I2H2 Winter Seminar
Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008 (8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.)
Contact: Marji Harmer-Beem, associate professor, Dental Hygiene Program; Lisa Southwick, assistant professor, Physican Assistant Program; Denise Bisaillon, assistant dean

[Information on this seminar will be released soon]

CHP seminar series:  Grand Rounds
Wednesday February 13, 2008 (12:00 – 1:30 pm)
Contact:  Nancy MacRae,  M.S., OTR/L, associate professor of occupational therapy; Karen Pardue, M.S., B.S.N., associate professor and assistant director, Department of Nursing;, Shelley Cohen Konrad, Ph.D., M.S.W., assistant professor, School of Social Work; Cathy Hagerman, M.S.N.A., clinical assistant professor: Lisa Southwick, P.A.-C., M.P.A.S., assistant professor, Physician Assistant Program; Denise Bisaillon, Ed.D, assistant dean, College of Health Professions

Based on traditional hospital grand rounds, a case from 'real life' practice will be presented to students for interdisciplinary discussion. This event is designed to be a collaborative, interactive experience that invites students from all CHP schools and programs to learn from each other. The case discussion will focus on pediatric palliative care.

CHP seminar series: Religious Issues and Health Care
Wednesday March 5, 2008 (12:00 – 1:30 pm)
Contact: Donna Gaspar, Coordinator of Multicultural Affairs; Denise Bisaillon, assistant dean, College of Health Professions

Panel discussion with local leaders representing diverse religious perspectives including Christianity, Judaism, Islam and Buddhism on traditions and religious norms as it pertains to healthcare practice and decisions. Panelists and moderator TBA.

P.D. Merrill Business Ethics Lecture and Reception
Friday March 28, 2008 (Lecture: 2:00 – 3:15 p.m; Reception: 3:15 – 5:00 p.m.)
Speaker: Dr. Chris Argyris
Contact: Mike Daley, Ph.D., assistant professor, Business Administration; Denise Bisaillon, Ed.D., assistant dean, College of Health Professions

The work of Chris Argyris, professor emeritus at Harvard Business School, has influenced thinking about the relationship of people and organizations, organizational learning and action research. Dr. Argyris’ early research focused on the unintended consequences for individuals of formal organizational structures, executive leadership, control systems, and management information systems—and on how individuals adapted to change those consequences. He developed with Donald Schon, a theory of individual and organizational learning in which human reasoning—not just behavior—becomes the basis for diagnosis and action.  Dr. Argyris has received numerous awards, including honorary doctorates from Warwick University (1996), DePaul University 1987), IMCB, Buckingham, England (1987), the Stockholm School of Economics (1979), the University of Leuven, Belgium (1978), McGill University (1977). He has received the Irwin Award by the Academy of Management for lifetime contributions to the discipline of management.

6th Annual Spring Symposium: More Creative Expression in Health and Healing
Thursday April 3, 2008  (8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.)
Contact:  Denise Bisaillon, Ed.D., assistant dean, College of Health Professions; Karen Pardue, M.S., B.S.N., associate professor and assistant director, Department of Nursing; Lisa Southwick, P.A.-C., M.P.A.S., assistant professor, Physician Assistant Program; Shelley Cohen Konrad, Ph.D., M.S.W., assistant professor, School of Social Work; Nancy MacRae, M.S., OTR/L, associate professor of occupational therapy

A full day event with interactive workshops in creative expression including Using the Arts for Self Expression of Feelings, The Art of Hope, Art and Observational Skills and Reader’s Theatre. The presenters will show how the arts can aid in maintaining health and in the healing process. The keynote speaker, Dr. Sayantani DasGupta, will speak on Narrative Medicine. 
 
CHP and GLBT Seminar: TBA
Wednesday April 9, 2008 (12:00 – 1:30 pm)
Contact:   Travis Erickson, GLBTQ Services Advisor; Denise Bisaillon, Ed.D, assistant dean, College of Health Professions

5th Annual CHP: Research Day
Wednesday April 30, 2008 (8:00 am –12:00 pm)
Contact: Regi Robnett, M.S., M.Ed., OTR/L, associate professor, Department of Occupational Therapy; Shelley Cohen Konrad, Ph.D., M.S.W., assistant professor, School of Social Work

(Press release issued Aug. 21, 2007)