2020 The Art and Scienceof Pain Management:

A CLINICAL ANDRESEARCH UPDATE

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October 3, 2020VIRTUAL Meeting

Sponsored by Albany Medical College’s Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics and the Office of Continuing Medical Education and the Albany Medical Center Provider Unit for Continuing Nursing Education

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PERMIT # 730

Course Directors Charles E. Argoff, MDProfessor of NeurologyDepartment of NeurologyAlbany Medical CenterJulie Pilitsis, MD, PhDProfessor of Neurosurgery and NeuroscienceChair of the Department of Neuroscienceand Experimental Therapeutics Department of NeurosurgeryAlbany Medical College

Albany Medical College FacultyRavneet (Sona) Bhullar, MDAssociate Professor of AnesthesiologyDirector of the Division of Chronic PainManagementDepartment of AnesthesiologyAlbany Medical CenterAmir Hadanny, MDNeurosurgery FellowDepartment of NeurosurgeryAlbany Medical CenterJulia Mason RN, MS, NPClinical Education SpecialistNursing Professional Development andClinical EducationThe Center for Learning and DevelopmentAlbany Medical Center

Invited FacultyChristine Ann Denny, PhDAssociate ProfessorDepartment of PsychiatryColumbia University Irving Medical Center(CUIMC)Division of Systems NeuroscienceResearch Foundation for Mental Hygiene,Inc. (RFMH)New York, NYCarol P. Curtiss, MSN, RN-BCOwner and Clinical Nurse Specialist Consultant, Curtiss ConsultingGreenfield, MAAdjunct FacultyPublic Health and Community MedicineTufts University of MedicineBoston, MAScarlet Soriano, MD, ABIHMDirector of Group Visits & Wellness-BasedHealthcare TransformationBoston Medical CenterBoston, Massachusetts

Registration Deadline is September 28th, 2020On-line registration is available athttp://www.amc.edu/academic/cme/events_and_programs.cfm andclicking on the Register Here bar

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AgendaSaturday, October 3rd, 2020

8:00 am Introduction and WelcomePresented by: Julie Pilitsis, MD, PhD and Charles Argoff, MD

8:05 am I’m Worried about People in Pain Presented by: Carol Curtiss, MSN, RN-BCDiscussant Charles Argoff, MD

8:50 am Understanding the Mind-Body Connection Through the Lens of Chronic Pain.Presented by: Scarlet Soriano, MDDiscussant Julie Pilitsis, MD, PhD

9:35 am Break

9:40 am Neuromodulation Cases Presented by: Amir Hadanny, MD

10:25 am Optogenetic Control of Pain Memories Presented by: Christine Ann Denny, PhDDiscussant Julie Pilitsis, MD, PhD

11:10 am Basics in Pain Medicine Procedures Presented by: Ravneet Bhullar. MDDiscussant Charles Argoff, MD

11:45 am Break

11:55 am Opioid Tapering Guidelines Presented by: Charles Argoff, MD

12:40 pm CME/CNE JeopardyPresented by: Ellinor Grinde, MS, Ellie Hobson, RN & Laura Lambiase, PA

1:20 pm Adjourn

Who Should AttendThis program has been designed to be of interest to scientists, PhD students, post-doctoralfellows, primary care physicians, neurologists, pain management physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, medical students, residents and fellows treating or researching pain.

About the SymposiumThis conference will review the latest technology, science and treatment options anyone interested in treating or researching pain should be made aware of in order to offer the bestcare choices to their patients and background for their studies. The Art and Science of Pain Management Conference will be offered on Saturday, October 3, 2020 virtually.

Learning ObjectivesAt the conclusion of this conference, participants should:• Discuss the impact of pain on public health• Discuss different mechanisms of pain and how to treat these clinically• Become familiar with new treatments for pain• Review the use of opioids in pain management• Review options for managing addiction• Discuss optogenic control of pain memories• Troubleshoot common problems through multidisciplinary discussion• Facilitate interactions/collaboration between the basic and clinical science

AccreditationPhysiciansAlbany Medical College designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.0 AMA PRA Category1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Physician AssistantsAAPA accepts Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA Category I CME credit for the PRA from organizations accredited by ACCME.

For information regarding other professional credit, contact the Office of Continuing MedicalEducation.

NursesAlbany Medical Center is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

This learning Activity is eligible for a maximum of 5.0 Continuing Nursing Education contacthours. For information regarding other professional credit, contact the Office of ContinuingMedical Education.

Tuition Registration Deadline is September 28th, 2020

By September 20th After September 20th

Physicians (MD,DO) $175.00 $200.00Scientists (PhD-primary appt) $ 25.00 $ 30.00Full-time AMC Employees (RN, NP, PA) $100.00 $125.00Graduate/Medical Students $ 25.00 $ 30.00

Tuition includes admission to the webinar and access to an on-line course syllabus.

Tuition Refund PolicyTuition refunds are possible if notification is received by September 28th. After that date no refunds are available. Refunds will be processed upon receipt of a written request.

Need InformationFor information regarding the conference, contact the Office of Continuing Medical Educationat pricej@amc.edu

Web Sites: Albany Medical Center: www.amc.edu/dbs Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics:https://www.amc.edu/Research/DNET

ConfirmationAll registrants will receive a confirmation.If you register and do not receive a confirmation noticewithin one week of your registration, please contact the Office of Continuing Medical Education at pricej@amc.edu to be sure we have received your information.

Special NeedsShould you have a disability, or require other special arrangements, please contact the Office ofCME at pricej@amc.edu to discuss your needs.

On-Line SyllabusIF syllabus material is available it will be posted on-line before and after the conference. In order to receive access you must provide your e-mail address on the registration form. You will receive access information via e-mail. If you do not receive access information please contact pricej@amc.edu.

AcknowledgmentA complete list of supporters will be provided at the conference.

Do You Have Questions For Our Faculty?If you have specific questions regarding any of the agenda topics, please type them on a separate piece of paper and mail them to the Office of Continuing Medical Education with your registration. The faculty will do their best to respond to your questions, or incorporate the information into their talks.

AgendaSaturday, October 3rd, 2020

8:00 am Introduction and WelcomePresented by: Julie Pilitsis, MD, PhD and Charles Argoff, MD

8:05 am I’m Worried about People in Pain Presented by: Carol Curtiss, MSN, RN-BCDiscussant Charles Argoff, MD

8:50 am Understanding the Mind-Body Connection Through the Lens of Chronic Pain.Presented by: Scarlet Soriano, MDDiscussant Julie Pilitsis, MD, PhD

9:35 am Break

9:40 am Neuromodulation Cases Presented by: Amir Hadanny, MD

10:25 am Optogenetic Control of Pain Memories Presented by: Christine Ann Denny, PhDDiscussant Julie Pilitsis, MD, PhD

11:10 am Basics in Pain Medicine Procedures Presented by: Ravneet Bhullar. MDDiscussant Charles Argoff, MD

11:45 am Break

11:55 am Opioid Tapering Guidelines Presented by: Charles Argoff, MD

12:40 pm CME/CNE JeopardyPresented by: Ellinor Grinde, MS, Ellie Hobson, RN & Laura Lambiase, PA

1:20 pm Adjourn

Who Should AttendThis program has been designed to be of interest to scientists, PhD students, post-doctoralfellows, primary care physicians, neurologists, pain management physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, medical students, residents and fellows treating or researching pain.

About the SymposiumThis conference will review the latest technology, science and treatment options anyone interested in treating or researching pain should be made aware of in order to offer the bestcare choices to their patients and background for their studies. The Art and Science of Pain Management Conference will be offered on Saturday, October 3, 2020 virtually.

Learning ObjectivesAt the conclusion of this conference, participants should:• Discuss the impact of pain on public health• Discuss different mechanisms of pain and how to treat these clinically• Become familiar with new treatments for pain• Review the use of opioids in pain management• Review options for managing addiction• Discuss optogenic control of pain memories• Troubleshoot common problems through multidisciplinary discussion• Facilitate interactions/collaboration between the basic and clinical science

AccreditationPhysiciansAlbany Medical College designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.0 AMA PRA Category1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Physician AssistantsAAPA accepts Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA Category I CME credit for the PRA from organizations accredited by ACCME.

For information regarding other professional credit, contact the Office of Continuing MedicalEducation.

NursesAlbany Medical Center is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

This learning Activity is eligible for a maximum of 5.0 Continuing Nursing Education contacthours. For information regarding other professional credit, contact the Office of ContinuingMedical Education.

Tuition Registration Deadline is September 28th, 2020

By September 20th After September 20th

Physicians (MD,DO) $175.00 $200.00Scientists (PhD-primary appt) $ 25.00 $ 30.00Full-time AMC Employees (RN, NP, PA) $100.00 $125.00Graduate/Medical Students $ 25.00 $ 30.00

Tuition includes admission to the webinar and access to an on-line course syllabus.

Tuition Refund PolicyTuition refunds are possible if notification is received by September 28th. After that date no refunds are available. Refunds will be processed upon receipt of a written request.

Need InformationFor information regarding the conference, contact the Office of Continuing Medical Educationat pricej@amc.edu

Web Sites: Albany Medical Center: www.amc.edu/dbs Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics:https://www.amc.edu/Research/DNET

ConfirmationAll registrants will receive a confirmation.If you register and do not receive a confirmation noticewithin one week of your registration, please contact the Office of Continuing Medical Education at pricej@amc.edu to be sure we have received your information.

Special NeedsShould you have a disability, or require other special arrangements, please contact the Office ofCME at pricej@amc.edu to discuss your needs.

On-Line SyllabusIF syllabus material is available it will be posted on-line before and after the conference. In order to receive access you must provide your e-mail address on the registration form. You will receive access information via e-mail. If you do not receive access information please contact pricej@amc.edu.

AcknowledgmentA complete list of supporters will be provided at the conference.

Do You Have Questions For Our Faculty?If you have specific questions regarding any of the agenda topics, please type them on a separate piece of paper and mail them to the Office of Continuing Medical Education with your registration. The faculty will do their best to respond to your questions, or incorporate the information into their talks.

AgendaSaturday, October 3rd, 2020

8:00 am Introduction and WelcomePresented by: Julie Pilitsis, MD, PhD and Charles Argoff, MD

8:05 am I’m Worried about People in Pain Presented by: Carol Curtiss, MSN, RN-BCDiscussant Charles Argoff, MD

8:50 am Understanding the Mind-Body Connection Through the Lens of Chronic Pain.Presented by: Scarlet Soriano, MDDiscussant Julie Pilitsis, MD, PhD

9:35 am Break

9:40 am Neuromodulation Cases Presented by: Amir Hadanny, MD

10:25 am Optogenetic Control of Pain Memories Presented by: Christine Ann Denny, PhDDiscussant Julie Pilitsis, MD, PhD

11:10 am Basics in Pain Medicine Procedures Presented by: Ravneet Bhullar. MDDiscussant Charles Argoff, MD

11:45 am Break

11:55 am Opioid Tapering Guidelines Presented by: Charles Argoff, MD

12:40 pm CME/CNE JeopardyPresented by: Ellinor Grinde, MS, Ellie Hobson, RN & Laura Lambiase, PA

1:20 pm Adjourn

Who Should AttendThis program has been designed to be of interest to scientists, PhD students, post-doctoralfellows, primary care physicians, neurologists, pain management physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, medical students, residents and fellows treating or researching pain.

About the SymposiumThis conference will review the latest technology, science and treatment options anyone interested in treating or researching pain should be made aware of in order to offer the bestcare choices to their patients and background for their studies. The Art and Science of Pain Management Conference will be offered on Saturday, October 3, 2020 virtually.

Learning ObjectivesAt the conclusion of this conference, participants should:• Discuss the impact of pain on public health• Discuss different mechanisms of pain and how to treat these clinically• Become familiar with new treatments for pain• Review the use of opioids in pain management• Review options for managing addiction• Discuss optogenic control of pain memories• Troubleshoot common problems through multidisciplinary discussion• Facilitate interactions/collaboration between the basic and clinical science

AccreditationPhysiciansAlbany Medical College designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.0 AMA PRA Category1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Physician AssistantsAAPA accepts Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA Category I CME credit for the PRA from organizations accredited by ACCME.

For information regarding other professional credit, contact the Office of Continuing MedicalEducation.

NursesAlbany Medical Center is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

This learning Activity is eligible for a maximum of 5.0 Continuing Nursing Education contacthours. For information regarding other professional credit, contact the Office of ContinuingMedical Education.

Tuition Registration Deadline is September 28th, 2020

By September 20th After September 20th

Physicians (MD,DO) $175.00 $200.00Scientists (PhD-primary appt) $ 25.00 $ 30.00Full-time AMC Employees (RN, NP, PA) $100.00 $125.00Graduate/Medical Students $ 25.00 $ 30.00

Tuition includes admission to the webinar and access to an on-line course syllabus.

Tuition Refund PolicyTuition refunds are possible if notification is received by September 28th. After that date no refunds are available. Refunds will be processed upon receipt of a written request.

Need InformationFor information regarding the conference, contact the Office of Continuing Medical Educationat pricej@amc.edu

Web Sites: Albany Medical Center: www.amc.edu/dbs Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics:https://www.amc.edu/Research/DNET

ConfirmationAll registrants will receive a confirmation.If you register and do not receive a confirmation noticewithin one week of your registration, please contact the Office of Continuing Medical Education at pricej@amc.edu to be sure we have received your information.

Special NeedsShould you have a disability, or require other special arrangements, please contact the Office ofCME at pricej@amc.edu to discuss your needs.

On-Line SyllabusIF syllabus material is available it will be posted on-line before and after the conference. In order to receive access you must provide your e-mail address on the registration form. You will receive access information via e-mail. If you do not receive access information please contact pricej@amc.edu.

AcknowledgmentA complete list of supporters will be provided at the conference.

Do You Have Questions For Our Faculty?If you have specific questions regarding any of the agenda topics, please type them on a separate piece of paper and mail them to the Office of Continuing Medical Education with your registration. The faculty will do their best to respond to your questions, or incorporate the information into their talks.

2020 The Art and Scienceof Pain Management:

A CLINICAL ANDRESEARCH UPDATE

]

October 3, 2020VIRTUAL Meeting

Sponsored by Albany Medical College’s Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics and the Office of Continuing Medical Education and the Albany Medical Center Provider Unit for Continuing Nursing Education

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REGISTERBYSEPTEMBER20

ANDSAVE$$$

Registration Deadline is

September 28, 2020

NON PROFIT

US POSTAGE

PAID

ALBANY, NY

PERMIT # 730

Course Directors Charles E. Argoff, MDProfessor of NeurologyDepartment of NeurologyAlbany Medical CenterJulie Pilitsis, MD, PhDProfessor of Neurosurgery and NeuroscienceChair of the Department of Neuroscienceand Experimental Therapeutics Department of NeurosurgeryAlbany Medical College

Albany Medical College FacultyRavneet (Sona) Bhullar, MDAssociate Professor of AnesthesiologyDirector of the Division of Chronic PainManagementDepartment of AnesthesiologyAlbany Medical CenterAmir Hadanny, MDNeurosurgery FellowDepartment of NeurosurgeryAlbany Medical CenterJulia Mason RN, MS, NPClinical Education SpecialistNursing Professional Development andClinical EducationThe Center for Learning and DevelopmentAlbany Medical Center

Invited FacultyChristine Ann Denny, PhDAssociate ProfessorDepartment of PsychiatryColumbia University Irving Medical Center(CUIMC)Division of Systems NeuroscienceResearch Foundation for Mental Hygiene,Inc. (RFMH)New York, NYCarol P. Curtiss, MSN, RN-BCOwner and Clinical Nurse Specialist Consultant, Curtiss ConsultingGreenfield, MAAdjunct FacultyPublic Health and Community MedicineTufts University of MedicineBoston, MAScarlet Soriano, MD, ABIHMDirector of Group Visits & Wellness-BasedHealthcare TransformationBoston Medical CenterBoston, Massachusetts

Registration Deadline is September 28th, 2020On-line registration is available athttp://www.amc.edu/academic/cme/events_and_programs.cfm andclicking on the Register Here bar

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2020 The Art and Scienceof Pain Management:

A CLINICAL ANDRESEARCH UPDATE

]

October 3, 2020VIRTUAL Meeting

Sponsored by Albany Medical College’s Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics and the Office of Continuing Medical Education and the Albany Medical Center Provider Unit for Continuing Nursing Education

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REGISTERBYSEPTEMBER20

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Registration Deadline is

September 28, 2020

NON PROFIT

US POSTAGE

PAID

ALBANY, NY

PERMIT # 730

Course Directors Charles E. Argoff, MDProfessor of NeurologyDepartment of NeurologyAlbany Medical CenterJulie Pilitsis, MD, PhDProfessor of Neurosurgery and NeuroscienceChair of the Department of Neuroscienceand Experimental Therapeutics Department of NeurosurgeryAlbany Medical College

Albany Medical College FacultyRavneet (Sona) Bhullar, MDAssociate Professor of AnesthesiologyDirector of the Division of Chronic PainManagementDepartment of AnesthesiologyAlbany Medical CenterAmir Hadanny, MDNeurosurgery FellowDepartment of NeurosurgeryAlbany Medical CenterJulia Mason RN, MS, NPClinical Education SpecialistNursing Professional Development andClinical EducationThe Center for Learning and DevelopmentAlbany Medical Center

Invited FacultyChristine Ann Denny, PhDAssociate ProfessorDepartment of PsychiatryColumbia University Irving Medical Center(CUIMC)Division of Systems NeuroscienceResearch Foundation for Mental Hygiene,Inc. (RFMH)New York, NYCarol P. Curtiss, MSN, RN-BCOwner and Clinical Nurse Specialist Consultant, Curtiss ConsultingGreenfield, MAAdjunct FacultyPublic Health and Community MedicineTufts University of MedicineBoston, MAScarlet Soriano, MD, ABIHMDirector of Group Visits & Wellness-BasedHealthcare TransformationBoston Medical CenterBoston, Massachusetts

Registration Deadline is September 28th, 2020On-line registration is available athttp://www.amc.edu/academic/cme/events_and_programs.cfm andclicking on the Register Here bar

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