Coming Together 2022 is presented by the Community Healing Centers in collaboration with the Specialty Program in Alcohol and Drug Abuse at Western Michigan University. We seek to promote a better understanding of addiction and recovery by facilitating meaningful conversations and partnerships. Through the conference we will enhance public and professional knowledge of addiction and reduce the stigma associated with treatment and recovery. This conference will also provide professionals on the f...

A large number of older adults develop depression for the first time in their lives in the context of increased medical disease burden. Geriatric depression may impact a group of patients with neurological disorders that are not clinically evident when depression first appears. Diagnosis and effective treatment may greatly improve the clinical outcomes including recovery of function and quality of life as well as mortality risk. For more information, please contact Michele Krygier: 269.341.7500...

In this podcast, Dr. Cheryl Dickson and Surangi Pradhan discuss implicit bias and help learners identify strategies of mitigation and gain self-awareness and insights on identifying implicit biases on an individual and organizational level. Please note, this podcast does not meet the requirements for The Michigan Department of LIcensing and Regulatory Affairs implicit bias topic requirement.At WMed, we recognize and encourage the continuous expression, development, and representation of the...

In this podcast, Dr. Cheryl Dickson and Surangi Pradhan discuss implicit bias and help learners identify strategies of mitigation and gain self-awareness and insights on identifying implicit biases on an individual and organizational level. Please note, this podcast does not meet the requirements for The Michigan Department of LIcensing and Regulatory Affairs implicit bias topic requirement. At WMed, we recognize and encourage the continuous expression, development, and representation ...

Various topics related to diversity and inclusion and current disparities with presenters from various fields as the panelists with opportunities for faculty, staff and students to participate. Confidentiality will be maintained For more information, please contact Tonia Mitchell at [email protected] // 269.337.6068.

At WMed, we recognize and encourage the continuous expression, development, and representation of the uniqueness of all individuals. To continue the drive to live by our diversity and inclusion statement, WMed is offering CE credit for online, virtual and face-to-face activities revolving around diversity and inclusion topics directed specifically towards healthcare providers.For more information, contact Kelsey Caras:  [email protected] Resources mentioned in the podcast:&nbs...

Topic: Stress Management and Burnout Prevention Description: Stress affects us all. You may notice symptoms of stress when disciplining your kids, during busy times at work, when managing your finances, or when coping with a challenging relationship. Stress is everywhere. And while a little stress is OK -- some stress is actually beneficial -- too much stress can wear you down and make you sick, both mentally and physically. This session helps to define what stress is, estimate your stress level...

Beginning with a presentation of the evidence-basis for Fetal Infant Mortality Review (FIMR) as a community-level quality improvement strategy for maternal-infant health and health equity through multi-sector team review of the socio-cultural, economic and health system factors associated with individual cases of fetal and infant death. Reviews produce recommendations for program and policy changes that are subsequently implemented and monitored. The FIMR process incorporates elements necessary...