The Ultimate Directory on Healthcare Webinars

The speed of evolution in health professions education and practice is not merely rapid; it is revolutionary. With advancements like immersive VR and AI-driven learning platforms, healthcare simulation is experiencing a technological revolution. The methods and techniques we used just a few years ago have become essential to health professions education, training, innovation, and strategies for patient safety. This webinar celebrates the accomplishments of the healthcare simulation community as part of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) initiative to identify the future of simulation technology in healthcare. Throughout 2024, interprofessional subcommittee groups in Extended Reality (XR), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Haptics, Biometrics, 3D Printing/In-person Simulation, and Other Emerging Technologies collaborated to identify current trends and recommendations for the future of technology in healthcare simulation. Panel members from each group will share the outcomes of their work, including key themes, observations, and recommendations to help drive healthcare simulation. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of where the field is headed, what tools will shape future practice, and how to position themselves as early adopters and change agents. Whether you’re an educator, operator, innovator, or clinician, this is a unique opportunity to hear from those who are helping to advance technology simulation in healthcare.Learning Objectives:• Identify at least three emerging medical simulation technologies.• Compare and contrast the impact of existing versus emerging healthcare simulation technologies.• Engage in a live question and answer session with an experienced panel of clinical simulation professionalsSpeakers: • Carrie Gigray, MSHS, CHSE, CHSOS, NRP• Katherine Kat Kreis, MSN, RN, CHSE• Isabel Gross, MD• Ashley Franklin• Jason Konzelmann, CHSOS, CHSE, FSSH• Maria Bajwa, PhD, MBBS, MSMS, RHIT, CHSE• Shannon Bailey

Disparities in access to quality of kidney care remain a global challenge, particularly in low-resource settings. In this webinar, nephrology nurses from ISN’s Kidney Health Professionals Working Group (KHPWG) share impactful initiatives addressing inequities across the kidney care continuum. From early CKD detection in Tanzania to dialysis-related financial distress in Hong Kong, and end-of-life care navigation, this session highlights practical, patient-centered strategies that can be adapted across diverse healthcare settings.Learning objectives:• Discuss strategies to enhance early detection and prevention of chronic kidney disease in resource-limited settings.• Discuss patient navigation following a CKD diagnosis.• Explore interventions to reduce financial and care disparities in dialysis and end-of-life kidney care.Moderator: Ana Elizabeth Prado Lima Figueiredo (Brazil)Speakers: Marques Shek Nam Ng (Hong Kong), Laura Lunardi (Australia), Tarsila Emmanuel (Tanzania), Dorcas Maina (Kenya)

Join Associate Professor Shalini Arunogiri for a webinar exploring emerging treatments in the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector, with a focus on psychedelic-assisted therapies.Dr. Arunogiri is a clinical psychiatrist specialising in addiction and the Deputy Clinical Director at Turning Point, a national centre for addiction treatment, research, and education. She is also an NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow at Monash University, where she leads research into innovative approaches to treating substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.With extensive contributions to national policy, clinical training, and service development, Dr. Arunogiri is a recognised leader in the AOD field and currently serves on the board of the Australasian Professional Society on Alcohol and other Drugs (APSAD).Key learning outcomes: By the end of this webinar, attendees will be able to:• Understand the current evidence base for the use of MDMA and psilocybin in addiction and related mental health problems• Understand key evidence gaps in existing evidence in psychedelic assisted therapies • Identify and critically appraise challenges with implementation of psychedelic assisted therapies in AustraliaSpeaker: Associate Professor Shalini Arunogiri

Explore the full journey of developing infectious disease lateral flow tests with experts from Lateral Dx and Medix Biochemica.Learn about critical stages in IVD development, strategies for optimizing antibody selection, and common pitfalls to avoid.Discover the real-world impact of infectious disease diagnostics on global health and see performance data from Medix Biochemica antibodies in action.After presentations, there's a Q & A session. Webinar is hosted by Anthony Austin.Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Time and zone: 15:00 BST / 16:00 CEST / 10:00 EDT / 7:00 PDTDiscussion points:• Key stages of IVD test development: concept to validation• Challenges & pitfalls commonly experienced in assay development• Considerations in antibody selection and workflow efficiencies• Role of diagnostics in outbreak response• Real-world importance of accessible testing• Real and comparative data with Medix Biochemica antibodiesKey takeaways:• IVD test development requires careful planning at every stage• Antibody selection drives assay success• Common issues can be avoided early• Rapid diagnostics play a vital role in global health• Real-world data helps guide better antibody choices• Expert partnerships streamline developmentSpeakers and Host: Richard Campbell, Founder and Managing Director, Lateral DX; Amy Moore, Global Product Manager, Medix Biochemica; Anthony Austin, Global Marketing Manager, Medix Biochemica.

Programme ScheduleProf. Massimo Tonacchera: IntroductionProf. Andrzej Milewicz: Thyroid function and pregnancy outcomeProf. Svetlana Vujovic: Influence of thyroid function on menstrual cycle irregularitiesQ&A SessionSpeakers: Prof. Massimo TonaccheraAssociate Professor of Endocrinology, Medical School of the University of Pisa since 2003. He is Italian Representative for the International Council for the Control of Iodine Deficiency Disorders (I.C.C.I.D.D.) since 2010. He has been awarded during several international congresses of Endocrinology in Italy and currently he is member of the European Thyroid Association, the International Council for Control of Iodine Deficiency Disorders and the Italian Society of Endocrinology. Prof. Andrzej MilewiczAndrzej Milewicz.MD,PhD, Professor of Medicine and Endocrinology University of Medicine in Wrocław , Karkonosze College Jelenia Góra , PolandEducation: 1961-1967 – Medical Academy – Wrocław, Poland – Medical Diploma. 1983-2013 Head of the Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Isotope Therapy in University of Medicine Wrocław, Poland. 1992- Full Professor. Specialization: Internal Medicine 1980, Clinical Endocrinology 1990 Fellowship: between 1978 and 1983 fellowship from Danish Academy of Science, German Academy of Science, Alexander von Humboldt. Between 1985-2012 - Visiting Professor in: Cornell Medical Center, New York, University of Chicago. Rush College Chicago. Beth Israel Hospital –New York, Columbia University-New York. Hospital Kremlin-Bicetre, Paris. Hospital University Burgmann-Bruxells .University of Rome. University of Hamburg 2009-2019 - invited speaker in several European and international congresses in endocrinology and gynecology as well as a speaker in EFES, ESE and ISGE Courses. Member of the Board: Polish Endocrine Society, Polish Gynecological Endocrinology Society, European Gynecological Society, International Gynecological Endocrinology Society Honorary Member in Scientific Society: European Endocrine Society, Polish Gynecological Endocrinology Society.Czech Endocrine Society, Slovak Endocrine Society, Ukrainian Endocrine Society Member in the Board of Journal : International Gynecological Endocrinology, European Obstetrics and Gynecology, Polish Endocrinology.Prof. Svetlana VujovicProfessor of internal medicine, endocrinologist, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade. Director of Clinic for endocrinology, diabetes and diseases of metabolism, head of National center for infertility and endocrinology of gender, University Clinical center of Belgrade, SERBIA. President of the Serbian society for endocrinology of gender, Board member of ISGE.

Summary: This National Center for Equitable Care for Elders webinar will explore the impact of the growing population of older adults in the U.S. on the need for and availability of both formal and family caregivers. Panelists will discuss caregiving challenges and opportunities that impact health center patient populations, along with the value of community partnerships to address defined needs.After completing this session, participants will be able to:  Understand contributing factors that intensify caregiver issues in the U.S. Explain the importance of improving training and support for the home care workforce that serve community-dwelling older adultsConsider shared strategies for sustaining partnerships with local aging services providers to improve health outcomes for both caregivers and their recipientsRegister here

Please join Maryland Behavioral Health Integration in Pediatric Primary Care (BHIPP) for a BHIPP Webinar focused on Acute Care of Eating Disorders in Pediatric Primary Care. This session will feature a presentation by Shauna Reinblatt, MD.Free CME/CEU credit available for participation! *Certificates will only be awarded to participants that attend for 45 minutes or more of the session.*Learning Objectives:By the end of the session, participants will be able to identify:1. Three indications for a higher level of care for eating disorders2. Three psychiatric reasons for high mortality within eating disorders3. Three medical causes contributing to high mortality within eating disordersCME/CEU Credit for Participation:Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending. Maryland Behavioral Health Integrated Pediatric Primary Care Program (BHIPP) of the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry is authorized as a sponsor of Continuing Education Units. BHIPP maintains responsibility for this program.Speaker: Shauna Reinblatt, MDDr. Shauna Reinblatt is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry. She is Board Certified in General Adult, Child & Adolescent, and Consultation Liaison Psychiatry. Prior to her becoming a psychiatrist, Dr. Reinblatt worked as a family doctor in Canada. She subsequently completed a General Psychiatry Residency at Northwell/Hillside Hospital and a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at NYU School of Medicine. She then pursued a research fellowship in pediatric psychopharmacology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Reinblatt had been a member of the full-time faculty at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences for over a decade. During this time, she developed specialized clinical expertise working with children, adolescents, and adults with eating disorders in addition to her clinical child psychiatric work with youth.

What is it all about?Thank you for your interest in Freyr’s Webinar Series (FWS)! We’re excited to have you join us on May 7, 2025, for an insightful session on “Demystifying Botanical Ingredients: An In-Depth Outlook in Europe.”Botanical ingredients play a key role in the European food supplement industry, offering numerous health and nutritional benefits. However, businesses face regulatory complexities due to fragmented national and EU-level guidelines. This webinar will explore:The current regulatory landscape for botanical ingredients in EuropeChallenges in placing botanical products on the marketKey EU and national regulations governing botanicalsThe responsibilities of Food Business Operators (FBOs) in ensuring product safetyReal-world examples of popular botanical ingredients and their regulatory conditionsBy the end of this session, you’ll have a clear understanding of the regulatory framework, compliance strategies, and market access pathways for botanical ingredients in Europe.Speakers: Meher Bhattiprolu, Manager - Global Regulatory Services, Food Products; Giulio Libertini, Deputy Manager - Regulatory Affairs (FDS).

Today's healthcare landscape presents nurses with unprecedented challenges—staffing shortages, operational inefficiencies, and complex digital systems that often create additional burdens rather than relief. While technology solutions exist, the critical missing piece is meaningful access to documentation and compliance data that can drive informed decision-making. Join premier sponsor Dimensional Insight for an expert panel discussion exploring proven strategies for implementing technology and nursing best practices that not only support clinical staff but also unlocks valuable insights from existing data. Discover how thoughtful solutions with robust data accessibility and nursing engagement can enhance operational efficiency, provide real-time visibility into documentation compliance, reduce administrative burden, empower nurses with actionable information, and ultimately improve patient outcomes. Learning Objectives:  Identify how data gaps impact nursing documentation compliance and decision-making processes  Explain strategies for implementing technology solutions that reduce administrative burden rather than adding to it  Outline methods to improve real-time visibility into documentation compliance metrics  Discuss the relationship between improved data accessibility and optimal patient outcomes  Identify evidence-based nursing documentation practices that enhance quality of care while maintaining efficiency Describe strategies for prioritizing nursing workflows during staffing shortages without compromising patient safety Speakers: Colby Lutz, Systems Analyst, UPMC Western Maryland; Nora Lissy, RN, BSN, MBA, VP, Healthcare Consulting, Dimensional Insight; Brandy Buzo, MSN, RN, CPHQ, HACP-CMS, Quality Improvement Coordinator, Ephraim McDowell Health; Gabrielle Amarosa, Lead Healthcare Business Intelligence Consultant, Dimensional Insight.

Join us for part one of our four-part webinar series, Confidently Navigating ADPKD: Understanding the New KDIGO Guidelines. In this first session, experts will discuss how ADPKD is diagnosed, what influences disease progression, and the role genetics play in understanding and managing the disease. Plenty of time will be left for your questions, so you can get the answers you need!You’ll Learn:• How ADPKD is diagnosed and what to monitor• Factors that impact disease severity and prognosis• The genetics of ADPKD (PKD1 vs. PKD2) and understand when genetic testing is recommended and most beneficial• Ethical considerations and family planning related to ADPKDGuest Speakers:• Terry Watnick, M.D.: Director of the PKD Foundation Center of Excellence at the University of Maryland School of Medicine• Neera K. Dahl, M.D., Ph.D.: Director of the PKD Foundation Center of Excellence at Mayo Clinic Rochester• Dwight Odland: ADPKD patient, Los Angeles Community Coordinator, KDIGO Guidelines contributorAbout the Webinar Series:Confidently Navigating ADPKD: Understanding the New KDIGO Guidelines is a four-part webinar series designed to help patients and families better understand the latest care recommendations for ADPKD. Each webinar provides practical, easy-to-understand insights and includes plenty of time for Q&A. Participants will walk away with knowledge they can apply right now to their own ADPKD journey.