Conference details – Save the Date
Interprofessional Concussion Management of the Interscholastic Athlete
- Location: Putnam Club West, Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA
- Date & Time: June 27, 2023, 8:30 am–5:00 pm
Check back here for more information on speakers for each panel and breakout session.
Presented by: Mass General Brigham Sports Medicine.
Conference description
Interprofessional Concussion Management of the Interscholastic Athlete is geared towards Athletic Trainers, Athletic Directors, Team Physicians, School Nurses, Coaches, Physical Therapists, and other clinicians and administrators involved in the concussion care for athletes. Presentations throughout the day will include:
- Coordination of care and the differences at professional intercollegiate, and interscholastic levels
- Rules and regulations with reporting
- Emergency action planning
- Current research on injuries following concussion
- The importance of communication between administration and clinicians when it comes to return to learn and return to play
- Considerations for the athletes’ emotional, social, and mental well-being
| Schedule | Description |
|---|---|
| 7:30 am-8:20 am | Check-in (Continental breakfast will be provided) |
| 8:30 am-8:40 am | Welcome |
| 8:45 am-9:25 am | Keynote Framing the Concussion “Problem” |
| 9:30 am-10:20 am | Introductory Panel Management of the Concussion at the Professional, Collegiate, and Interscholastic Level |
| 10:35 am-11:20 am 11:30 am-12:15 pm |
Breakout Sessions Choose two from: |
| 12:20 pm-1:05 pm | Lunch (Will be provided) |
| 1:15 pm-2:00 pm 2:10 pm-2:55 pm |
Breakout Sessions Choose two from: |
| 3:10 pm-4:00 pm | Closing Panel Tying it all together, where do we go from here? |
| 4:00 pm-5:00 pm | Networking Hour |
Panel and breakout session details
Objectives
- Learner will be able to describe three differences for managing a concussion between a professional athlete and an interscholastic athlete.
- Learner will be able to describe the current “problem” the competitive athlete faces at the professional, collegiate, and interscholastic level.
Summary
This course will compare the differences and similarities of concussion management at the professional, collegiate and the interscholastic level. The panel will include physicians and athletic directors who can speak to the communication, coordination of care, as well as the resources available at each level and how to ensure proper care for all athletes. The group will also have time to reflect on the concussion “problem” depicted in the keynote address and provide insight on what is being done at each level.
Objectives
- Learner will be able to describe the components of a Medical Time Out and its importance in a game.
- Learner will be able to outline key components of the process of reporting a head injury and the coordination of care within a school setting.
- Learner will be able to determine the risk factors for brain injury.
Summary
This course has been designed to present state law and year ending reporting process of concussions. The course will review the components of reporting including the coordination of care and the communication between school nurses and providers. The course will also touch on the absence of resources and tools for recruitment. The speakers and panelist will include athletic trainers, athletic directors and school nurses.
Objectives
- Learner will be able to describe the components of a Medical Time Out and its importance in a game.
- Learner will be able to outline key components of the process of reporting a head injury and the coordination of care within a school setting.
- Learner will be able to determine the risk factors for brain injury.
Summary
This course has been designed to present the importance of an emergency action plan and how it is implemented for head and neck injuries. The course will review sideline assessment, scene management, and the coordination of care prior to an injury. The speakers and panelists include Athletic Trainers and Physicians.
Objectives
- Learner will be able to identify flags that might be present, should someone need counseling.
- Learner will be able to define mental health and how it can relate to a student athlete.
- Learner will be able to recognize mental health symptoms associated with concussions.
- Learner will be able to identify how the team can implement evidence-based interventions.
Summary
This course was designed to introduce the topic of mental health in relation to the student athlete. The course will provide an overview of common mental health conditions as well as symptoms associated with concussions and evidence-based interventions from multiple theoretical perspectives.
Objectives
- Learner will be able to identify the roles and responsibilities required when a student athlete returns to the classroom.
- Learner will be able to describe three different academic accommodations for the student athlete.
- Learner will be able to outline the important steps of developing an individualized return to learn plan for the student athlete.
Summary
This course is designed to discuss the components of the return to learn process for the student athlete. The course will identify the relationship between physician, AT, and school nurse and distinguish the roles each provider has. The speakers will include an athletic trainer, school nurse and a neuropsychologist.
Objectives
- Learner will be able to define second impact syndrome.
- Learner will be able to identify long term subclinical issues in relation to a concussion.
- Learner will be able to recognize post concussion implications in the student athlete.
Summary
This course is designed to discuss post concussion implications. The course will examine current research on Second Impact Syndrome and long-term sequelae as well as the different sub-clinical injuries that can be experienced by the student athlete following a concussion.
Objectives
- Learner will be able to describe two advancements in the treatment and rehabilitation of athletes post concussion.
- Learner will be able to identify two interventions/treatments for interscholastic athletes for return to play.
Summary
This course will introduce advancements and updates in the treatment and rehabilitation of athletes post concussion. This course will feature two, highly-respected nuero clinical specialists in the field and treatment plans and protocols that they introduce to their interscholastic athletes.
Objectives
- The learner will be able to define three different roles and the roles’ responsibilities when it comes to returning an athlete to play.
- The learner will be able to identify 2-3 steps to monitor the athlete’s safety after returning to play following a concussion.
Summary
Panelists will emphasize the themes of today’s presentations. The discussion will focus on the importance of defining roles when it comes to the management of care of the athlete and how this is important when it comes to returning the athlete to play. The panelists will discuss where management goes after the athlete has returned to play, how to continuously monitor the athlete’s safety and important considerations to ensure safe return to play.
Accreditation
Certified Athletic Trainers: Mass General Brigham Mass General Brigham Sports Medicine (BOC AP# P8644) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for a maximum of 5.25 Category A CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
Physical Therapists: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Network* is recognized as an approved provider of continuing education by APTA. Information provided should be used within scope of practice. Anticipated 5.25 contact hours/CEHs.
*SRN is a member organization of Mass General Brigham
Physicians: MGH Institute of Health Professions designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in this activity.
Physician Assistants: AAPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by ACCME.
Nurses: MGH Institute of Health Professions designates this activity for 5.25 contact hours for nurses.
Nurse Practitioners: The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) accepts credit from organizations accredited by the ACCME and ANCC.
Disclosure: The conference planning group adheres to the principles of transparency related to any potential conflict of interest. Planners, speakers and anyone who may have an influence on the content of a continuing education activity are asked to disclose any relationship, financial and/or non-financial, they may have to companies producing pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, devices, etc. They will also demonstrate compliance with copyright laws and have ownership or permission to use all materials shared in conjunction with the presentation. The planning group will disclose to attendees any relationship that may be germane to the topics presented. Such disclosure is not intended to suggest or condone bias, but provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a given presentation. Presenters also attest to demonstrating high standards of professional conduct and non-discrimination. The disclosures are made prior to the presentation in the conference materials.
Additionally, disclosures will in good faith abide by the guidelines of any continuing education provider organization partners.
*MGH Institute of Health Professions is a member organization of Mass General Brigham
Criteria for successful completion: attendance at the entire live conference and completion of the post-evaluation form.
Registration and fees
Costs (space is limited):
- Early Bird Registration (prior to April): $110
- Registration (April thru June 9th): $140
- Late Registration (June 10th thru day of): $175
- Student: $60
Cancellation policy: We reserve the right to adjust components of this program or to cancel the program for unexpected occurrences. Notice of changes or cancellation will be provided expediently. Upon cancellation of a course, a refund for the price paid for the course will be given. Though these situations are regrettable, we will not be responsible for inconveniences incurred due to program changes.
A processing fee of $50 will be charged when the registrant provides written notice of cancellation of their attendance less than 14 business days prior to the program date.
Location details
Putnam Club, Gillette Stadium West
One Patriot Place
Foxborough, MA 02035
(Located in Patriot Place, directly across from retail, restaurants, and hotels)
Directions and parking
Take Interstate 95 to Exit 19 onto Route 1 South. Merge onto Route 1 South and follow for approximately 3 miles until you see Gillette Stadium at Patriot Place on your left. Once you reach the stadium, take a left at the second set of lights (CVS Pharmacy on corner) and take your first right onto P6 Drive in front of the Renaissance Hotel. Take your first left after the Renaissance Hotel and stay straight to the West parking lots of the stadium. Lighted electronic boards and directional signals will direct you to your event.
View parking diagram (PDF) for the event. Conference attendees will be entering from the W1 and W2 entrances.
Take Interstate 495 to Exit 36A onto Route 1 North. Follow Route 1 North approximately 4 miles to Gillette Stadium at Patriot Place (on the right). Once you reach the stadium, go through one set of lights and at the second set take a right onto P8 Drive. This road will lead you to the West parking lots behind the Renaissance Hotel. Lighted electronic boards and directional signals will direct you to your event.
View parking diagram (PDF) for the event. Conference attendees will be entering from the W1 and W2 entrances.
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