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November 12–13, 2010
Rock Financial Showplace
46100 Grand River Avenue
Novi, MI 48374
The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan’s Wellness & Epilepsy Regional Conference promises to be one of Michigan’s premier educational and networking opportunities for people with epilepsy, family members, and professionals who serve them. The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan is proud to have very talented and knowledgeable speakers within the fields of epilepsy, neurology, and wellness who will be presenting on a wide variety of topics at this inaugural conference. Please consider joining the Foundation at this event that will address the relationship between epilepsy and wellness.
Schedule at a Glance
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Friday, November 12, 2010
6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Registration & Refreshments
6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.
Keynote Speaker sponsored by Henry Ford Health System
7:15 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Networking Reception sponsored by Henry Ford Health System & Health Fair sponsored by St. John Providence Health System
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Saturday, November 13, 2010
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Registration & Refreshments
8:40 a.m. – 9:55 a.m.
Current Treatments & Diagnoses for Epilepsy
Speaker: Marie Atkinson, MD – Detroit Medical Center
Epilepsy Research, Diagnosis, & Treatment: Beyond the Basics
Speaker: Brien Smith, MD – Henry Ford Health System
10:10 a.m. – 11:25 a.m.
Epilepsy Open Forum
Speakers: David Burdette, MD – Henry Ford Health System, Elizabeth Leleszi, MD – Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders
Complementary Therapies for Epilepsy
Speaker: Gregory Barkley, MD – Henry Ford Health System
11:35 a.m. – 12:50 p.m.
Living Well with Epilepsy: Managing Risks & Adopting Healthy Behaviors
Speaker: Russell Derry, MPH – Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan
12:50 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.
Lunch
1:50 p.m. – 3:05 p.m.
Sleeping Well with Epilepsy
Speaker: Linda Selwa, MD – University of Michigan Health System
Get Moving: Overcoming Barriers to Physical Activity
Speaker: Jim Cameron, MS, cWC, PMP – Vita, Henry Ford West Bloomfield
3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Stress Management Techniques
Speaker: Andrea Thomas, MA, LLP – Henry Ford Health System
Healthy Eating: Choices That Really Make a Difference
Speaker: Beverly Cameron, RD, CDE – St. John Providence Health System
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Keynote Speaker: “Mighty Mike” Simmel
 “Mighty Mike” Simmel was once a child who could not hop on one leg or even skip as a result of his slow motor skills from his epilepsy and reoccurring seizures. Despite many setbacks, nothing ever stopped him from living his dreams to the fullest. "Mighty Mike" Simmel became a member of the Harlem Wizards professional basketball team and a featured show performer at halftimes since 2001. Mike has performed at both NBA and College Halftime Shows, live on NBC's "It's Showtime at The Apollo", at the NBA's "Rhythm n' Rims Festival", and at the 2009 NCAA Men's Final Four Celebration.
Mike still takes medications and lives an active and healthy lifestyle. Mike Simmel is now a national spokesman for Epilepsy Awareness. He speaks annually and performs at the Epilepsy Foundation's Kids Speak Up and US Public Policy Institute in Washington DC. In 2009, he was a principal performer and guest at the Epilepsy Foundation's National Walk for Epilepsy on the Mall in Washington, DC.
You won’t want to miss the opportunity to meet “Mighty Mike” and hear his inspirational story!
Friday night will also feature a Health Fair sponsored by St. John Providence Health System where attendees can learn about community health and wellness resources, receive health screenings, and more.
Educational Sponsors:
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Bonus! All registered participants will receive a Wellness Goodie Bag and will be entered to win a Deluxe Spa & Wellness Gift Basket!
Registration
Fees
- Registration Fee (person with epilepsy, family member or friend) — $40
- Professional Registration Fee — $65
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(Continuing Education Credits will be available for Education, Nursing and Social Work.)
- Fee for kids 17 and under to attend Friday night only — $5 (pay at the door)
Continuing Education
This conference offers high-quality continuing education and information for nurses, social workers, and educators throughout Michigan.
NURSES: This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the Ohio Nurses Association (OBN-001-91), an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. 6.25 contact hours are available. Approval valid through August 5, 2012. Approval number ONA 14,647.
SOCIAL WORKERS: 5.0 Contact Hours
EDUCATORS: 0.6 SB CE Units
Conference tuition includes:
- Coffee, tea, and refreshments at each registration
- Evening hors d’oevres
- Lunch
- Afternoon refreshments
- Program folder with handouts
- Wellness “Goodie Bag”
- Certificate of Attendance verifying successful completion of the program (upon request)
Confirmation notices are not required for admittance and will not be mailed or e-mailed. If you wish to confirm receipt of your registration or if you are interested in other topics relating to the Epilepsy Today Conferences, please contact Russ Derry at (800) 377-6226 option 1, ext. 302.
Preferred Hotel Accommodations provided by:
Crown Plaza Detroit-Novi
27000 Sheraton Drive
Novi, MI 49377
We have arranged for a discounted room rate available from $79 (plus tax) per night with complimentary shuttle to the conference location. To get the discounted rate, you can make a reservation online or call (248) 348-5000. |
