10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 30th
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
All presentations will occur on the ABBOTT main stage.
Speaker: Michelle Katz, M.S.N.
A healthcare consultant and international medical reporter, Michelle Katz, M.S.N., is the host of Today's Health and has appeared on many healthcare radio and television shows across the country, including Voice of America where she was nominated for a piece she produced on the psychological and physiological effects on orphans of parents with AIDS in Africa. A past senior healthcare consultant at Arthur Andersen and now founder and President of HCStrategies, Michelle has consulted on many healthcare issues from quality assurance to billing and procedural coding. More recently, she was involved in the development of congressional healthcare legislation. She received her master's degree in nursing from Georgetown University after recovering from a severe car accident when she did not have health insurance and navigating her way through the healthcare system -- with minimal bills in the end. She currently lives in Washington, DC and gives lectures on saving money in healthcare and educates others on Medicare and other aspects of healthcare.
The Alexandria Singers are the Washington area's premier adult show choir, specializing in all kinds of American popular music, from Broadway to Big Band to Blues. Last month, The Singers celebrated their 30 th Anniversary with special gala concerts under the direction of Roger Oliver, who served as the group's director for 28 years, accompanied by Lisa Gibbs-Smith. For more information call 703-941-SING or visit www.alexandriasingers.com
Chicken Soup for the Caregiver's Soul
Sponsored by Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Speaker: LeAnn Thieman's
LeAnn Thieman's (Tee-man's) life changed forever when she bought a dozen cupcakes at a bake sale to support the war orphans in Vietnam. Her book, This Must Be My Brother, details her daring adventure of helping to rescue 300 babies during Operation Babylift in 1975, as Saigon was falling to the Communists. An ordinary person, she struggled through extraordinary circumstances and found the courage to succeed.
Today, LeAnn shares life-lessons learned to help others find more hope in the world, good health in their life and happiness all around. As a nationally acclaimed speaker, author and nurse, her popular keynotes and seminars inspire thousands to balance their lives, truly live their priorities and make a difference in the world.
She is co-author of the New York Times best seller Chicken Soup for the Nurse's Soul , Chicken Soup for the Christian Woman's Soul , Chicken Soup for the Caregiver's Soul , Chicken Soup for Father and Daughter Soul , and Chicken Soup for the Grandma's Soul . Chicken Soup for the Mother and Son Soul and Chicken Soup for the Christian Soul 2 are due out in 2006.
Communicating with the Family Caregiver
(Continuing Education Program for Pharmacists and Technicians ONLY ) Sponsored by Berlex Labatories
Speakers:
Ms. Gail Hunt, President and CEO, National Alliance for Caregiving
Ms. Suzanne Mintz, President and Co-Founder, National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA)
Mr. Paul Alper, General Manager, Caregiver Research and Programs, Hamacher Resource Group, LLC
Over 50 million Americans are faced with the challenge of caring for a chronically ill, disabled, or aged family member or friend. Join us to learn how you and your pharmacy can help meet the needs of the growing number of caregivers in your community. This program is supported by an educational grant from Berlex.
ESTATE PLANNING: Wealth Management Issues Related to Care Giving
Sponsored by Financial Assurance Corporation
Speaker: DaRayl Davis, CEO, Financial Assurance Corporation
DaRayl Davis has been assisting investors for the last 12 years. Mr. Davis started his career as Sales Manager at EU Financial and then as Senior Executive Manager of the Washington, DC Field Office of American Income Life Insurance Company, a multi-billion dollar union insurance company. In 2000 he aided in the founding of Financial Assurance Corporation and was appointed Chief Executive Officer in 2002. Mr. Davis was selected for inclusion in the 2005-2006 edition of Manchester Who's Who Registry of Executives and Professionals as well as the Foxington Who's Who of Executives and Professionals. Mr. Davis is a Certified Estate Planner™, a Registered Financial Consultant, an Investment Advisor Representative and an Ed Slot trained IRA Rollover & Distribution Expert.
DaRayl, is the resident financial expert on 1580 AM's Real Money Show with Matt Anderson. Additionally, he has also appeared as a special guest on BCTV Channel 77's The Ed Brown Show.
DaRayl is the author of The New Retirement Environment, an easy to read book suited for those already retired or close to it. Look for the release in July 2006. His free newsletter Protect Your Health and Wealth is available by contacting the author at (301) 316-0003.
Sponsored by Allergy Care Centers
Speaker: Dr. Stefano Luccioli MD, FAAAAI
Dr. Luccioli is a medical school graduate of Georgetown University where he did his internal medicine training and is currently an assistant professor of medicine. He trained in allergy and immunology at the National Institutes of Health and has been on staff at Allergy Care Centers since 2003.
How to Look Great, Feel Better, and Live Longer by Eating Right
Speaker: Dr. Ro
Award-winning media personality, nutritionist, fitness expert, lecturer and author of DR. RO's TEN SECRETS TO LIVIN' HEALTHY (Bantam/hard/soft), one of USA Today's “hottest diet books of the season.” Spokesperson for McDonald's “New Healthy Lifestyle” initiative, with Venus Williams and Destiny's Child. Contributor to NPR's “News and Notes” with Ed Gordon. Host of “Livin' Healthy with Dr. Ro” on TV-One, a one-minute health series, and of “Heart & Soul,” the first-ever national health and fitness television show for African-American women. Spokesperson for Proctor and Gamble, Equal, and Mazola Oils. Recipient of numerous awards for reporting and service, including the March of Dimes Award for Health Reporting, American Cancer Society and American Heart Association's Exceptional Service Awards. Recently appeared on the Today Show, regularly appears on ABC News, NBC, CNN, and MSNBC. Featured in O Magazine, Self, Ebony, and Essence. Currently serves as the BET.com nutrition expert. Has line of active wear and self-care products for women.
Issues in Medication Adherence
Speaker: Deborah Johns
Many of our patients face challenges due to the complexity of both their disease states and medication regimens, and often struggle to adhere to their therapy, which can have negative consequences on their health. Pharmacists play a vital role in helping patients, their families and caregivers by providing them with information about their therapy, offering guidance with scheduling issues, addressing patient concerns, and working with physicians to obtain medical goals.
Oral Cancer Drugs: The Importance of Speaking to Your Pharmacist
Sponsored by Geriatric Oncology Consortium
Speaker: Rob Hauser
As many cancer drugs are now taken orally, the time has never been more important for cancer patients to discuss their drug therapy with a trusted community pharmacist. Learn the most important questions to ask your pharmacist as well as the most important things for patients to know about oral cancer therapies.
Rob Hauser is the Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Geriatric Oncology Consortium (GOC). The GOC is a is a national non-profit organization {501(c)(3)} dedicated to addressing age-based disparities in cancer research, education and treatment. Rob earned his Pharm.D. degree in 1996 from The University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio where he focused primarily on clinical oncology care. He received his Ph.D. degree in 2001 from The University of Texas at Austin with his research focused on utility analyses in metastatic breast cancer patients.
The Pen is Mightier than the Syringe: Alternate Insulin Delivery Systems
Sponsored by Innovex
Speaker: Kathleen Cox
Kathy Cox RN, Certified Diabetes Educator RN for 25 years, Certified Diabetes Educator for 11 years.
Saving For The Future -- Why It Matters Today
Sponsored by Choose to Save
Speaker: Dallas Salisbury, President and CEO of Employee Benefits Research Institute
Dallas Salisbury is Chief Executive Officer of the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI). EBRI provides objective information regarding the employee benefit system and related economic security issues.
He is a Fellow of the National Academy of Human Resources. He has been honored with the Award for Professional Excellence from the Society for Human Resource Management, the Plan Sponsor Lifetime Achievement Award and the Keystone Award of World at Work.
He served on the Secretary of Labor's ERISA Advisory Council, the Presidential appointed PBGC Advisory Committee, and the boards and committees of numerous professional and private organizations. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the NASD Investor Education Foundation and the Board of Advisors to the Comptroller General of the United States.
Prior to joining EBRI, Dallas held full-time positions with the Washington State Legislature, the U.S. Department of Justice, the Employee Benefits Security Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor, and the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC).
In keeping with the EBRI mission, Dallas has written and lectured extensively on health, savings, retirement and workforce topics, as well as appeared on every major television and radio network numerous times, and in all major print media.
Simple Exercises That Can Be Done In Your Home
Sponsored by National Institutes of Health
Speaker: Laura Shubert and Kim Croteau
Laura Shubert and Kim Croteau will be demonstrating simple fitness exercises that can be done in the comfort of your home!
Laura Shubert is the Fitness Center Director for the NIH Fitness Centers and is a Certified Group Fitness Instructor. Laura earned her Bachelor's of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland.
Kim is a Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and Nutrition Expert. Kim earned her Bachelor's of Science in Nutritional Sciences from Rutgers University and is currently pursuing her Master's of Science in Exercise Science at George Washington University.
Sponsored by American Cancer Society
Speaker: Columbus J. Giles, Jr., M.D.
Dr. Columbus Giles is a board-certified physician with significant experience in family medicine, emergency medicine, urgent care medicine, occupational medicine and dermatology. Dr. Giles received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, cum laude , from the University of South Carolina. He completed his residency training at the University Hospital of Jacksonville, Florida where he was honored with an award for outstanding performance and patient care.
Dr. Giles currently serves as the Medical Director for the corporate headquarters of Freddie Mac in McLean , Virginia where he is responsible for the on-site health care and wellness for almost 5,000 employees. He also serves on the Leadership Council of the American Cancer Society, a nationally-recognized leader in cancer education, prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
Sponsored by NewsChannel 8
Speaker: Rick “Doc” Walker
Rick "Doc" Walker, a veteran of nine NFL seasons, distinguished himself on the football field with his blocking and timely pass catching. "Doc" was a starting tight end for Coach Joe Gibbs' 1982 World Champion Washington Redskins. He developed the concept of the Skins' "Fun Bunch" and was an original member of the famed offensive linemen known as the "HOGS." Playing for coach Dick Vermeil's UCLA Bruins, Rick received Lineman of the Year honors in 1977 and became a Rose Bowl champion. Also that year, the Associated Press (AP) selected Rick as an All American.
As a broadcaster, Rick currently delivers color commentary for the NFL on CBS-Westwood One Radio. He also serves as color analyst for the ACC College Football Game of the Week aired on Jefferson Pilot Sports. He also co-host the John Thompson Show on Sports Talk 980 WTEM (Washington, D.C.) weekdays from 3 to 5 PM and is the host of Doc Walker's Proview on NEWSCHANNEL 8.
Sponsored by The Caffeine Awareness Alliance
Speaker : Marina Kushner
From tales of the first coffee buzz to the myths surrounding decaffeinated beverages, this seminar reveals the darker side of caffeine. Including a factoid-filled review of the history of coffee and an analysis of the composition of caffeine itself, this work examines the physical and psychological manifestations associated with caffeine consumption and traces its omnipresence in common household items such as food, drink, and medicine. In addition to uncovering the potentially addictive and toxic effects of caffeine and its pervasive existence, this seminar also provides hints on how to kick the caffeine habit and identify healthier food choices.
Marina Kushner is the author of a new book called "The Truth About Caffeine" and founder of the Caffeine Awareness Alliance, a non-profit organization. Her organization sponsors National Caffeine Awareness Month , an annual event that is recognized in 5 states and over 21 cities.
From Broadway to Doo-wop, from Ellington to the Beatles, celebrating famous highways and Disney sea creatures, the eclectic repertoire of Vocal Express will delight audiences of all ages. For more information visit www.vocal-express.com.
