We offer in-person and online seminars and other training opportunities throughout the year, including:
Comprehensive Management of the Neuropathic Foot
This course combines classroom instruction and hands-on techniques for a comprehensive approach to managing the insensitive foot.
Dates: April 17 – 19, 2024, and September 25 – 27, 2024
Cost: None
Download and submit the registration form (PDF - 114 KB)
Training Facility Location:
9181 Interline Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Call: 1-800-642-2477 (toll-free) | 225-756-3761
Fax: 225-756-3760
Email Mickey Templet
Approximately 20 miles from the Baton Rouge airport. And 85 miles from the New Orleans airport. Exit at O’Neal Lane from Interstate 12 (I-12).
- Understand the features of neuropathy
- Perform a foot screen, assign risk category, and formulate an appropriate treatment plan
- Understand the rationale and benefits of a basic prevention program
- Learn the treatment principles for neuropathic foot lesions
- Understand the causes of foot ulcerations
- Identify charcot foot deformities and describe their role in ulcerations
- Identify the four mechanisms by which patients develop plantar ulcers
- Identify bony deformities and biomechanical faults which place the patient at high risk
- Apply a cast or splint used for the treatment of foot ulcerations
- Describe orthotic and footwear appliances used to reduce foot pressure
- Correctly measure shoe fit in the high risk individual
- Nurses
- Physical Therapists
- Podiatrists
- Orthotists
- Pedorthists
- Diabetic Educators
You can find many major hotel accommodations within one to five miles of the training facility.
Yes. Continuing Medical Education (CMEs) will apply for:
- Louisiana State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners
- C.E. Board for Certification in Pedorthics
- Contact hours pending approval by the Louisiana State
Nurses Association (LSNA), an accredited approver by the
American Nurses Credentialing Center, Commission on
Accreditation.
Diagnosis & Treatment of Hansen's Disease in the United States
This webinar will improve health care providers' understanding of the unique characteristics and current concepts in the diagnosis and treatment of Hansen’s disease (leprosy).
Date: November 8, 2023
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Central Time
Cost: None
Sponsored by:
National Hansen's Disease Program
9181 Interline Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Phone: 225-756-3761
For more information: nhdped@hrsa.gov
| Time | Title | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 a.m. | History of HD in the United States | CDR Scott McGrew, PT, D.P.T., WMCS, CWS Public Health Outreach Coordinator |
| 10:15 a.m. | Diagnosis and Treatment of Hansen's Disease | Amy Flynn, DNP, M.S.N., FNP-C Deputy Director, NHDP |
| 10:30 a.m. | Ocular Findings and Basic Management in Hansen's Disease | Sarkis Soukiasian, M.D. Ophthalmologist, Lahey Clinic |
| 10:45 a.m. | Stigma Associated with Hansen’s Disease | Betsy Wilks, LCSW-BACS, ACSW, BCD Chief, Clinical Branch |
| 10:55 a.m. | Lab Research and Lab Services | Linda Adams, Ph.D. Chief, Laboratory Research Branch |
| 11:05 a.m. | Pharmacology of Hansen's Disease | Toni Scott, Pharm.D., RPh, PMP Clinical Pharmacist |
| 11:15 a.m. | Prevention of Injury in the Insensate Limb | Dane Hupp, M.S.P.T., CP Rehabilitation Department |
| 11:25 a.m. | Case Presentations |
Barbara Stryjewska, M.D. Dane Hupp, M.S.P.T., CP |
| 11:45 a.m. | Questions and Answers | All Speakers |
| 11:55 a.m. |
Wrap up
|
CDR Scott McGrew, PT, D.P.T., CWS |
| 12:00 p.m. | End of Activities | |
What: Leprosy Diagnosis and Treatment Webinar, 2 CMEs (free)
When: November 8, 2023, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST
Where: Zoom
Join the November 8 ZoomGov Meeting
Meeting ID: 160 760 0579
Passcode: M0g5Nfar
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Meeting ID: 160 760 0579
Passcode: 29855196
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- The cause of Hansen’s Disease (HD)
- Describe the unique characteristics of Mycobacterium leprae
- The symptoms of HD
- Assess the potential physical and behavioral complications of HD
- Refer patients to NHDP clinics and access laboratory services
- The American Academy of Family Physicians
- Louisiana State Nurses Association - Approver is accredited as an approver of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
- Louisiana Board of Physical Therapy
- The American Board of Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics
- Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association in accordance with the authority granted through the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners.
Treatment of the Neuropathic Foot Online Course
The well-known seminar entitled, “The Carville Approach to Management of the Neuropathic Foot” has been modified as an online course. The material presented includes principles and protocols that are time tested and proven effective for prevention of amputation in the neuropathic lower extremity. This course will enable the health care provider to assess and treat the neuropathic foot and evaluate protocols (or treatment options) designed to reduce injuries and amputations associated with lower extremity neuropathy.
Cost: No Fee
- Register Now
- An email will come to you to verify your account. It will also include a URL to the login screen.
- Once in the system:
- To begin the course, select the course card for the course titled, "LEAP".
- If you do not sign in to your account for 90 days your account will become inactive and you will have to be reactivated.
Technical Support Questions? Email CS Reviewer Training
Content questions? Email Mickey Templet
- Understand the features of neuropathy
- Perform a foot screen, assign risk category, and formulate an appropriate treatment plan
- Understand the rationale and benefits of a basic prevention program
- Learn the treatment principles for neuropathic foot lesions
- Understand the causes of foot ulcerations
- Identify Charcot foot deformities and describe their role in ulcerations
- Identify the four mechanisms by which patients develop plantar ulcers
- Identify bony deformities and biomechanical faults which place the patient at high risk
- Apply a cast or splint used for the treatment of foot ulcerations
- Describe orthotic and footwear appliances used to reduce foot pressure
- Correctly measure shoe fit in the high-risk individual
- Nurses
- Physical Therapists
- Podiatrists
- Orthotists
- Pedorthists
- Diabetic Educators
C.M.E. Applied For:
- Louisiana State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners
- American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics
- Louisiana State Nurses Association (LSNA)
Single Day Seminars
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
For nurses, physical and occupational therapists, social workers, and other allied health specialists.
Contact Mickey Templet for a schedule of upcoming seminars, a brochure, and registration form.
Observational Training
What is observational training?
An opportunity for those working, or planning to work as, professional Hansen's disease (leprosy) personnel to learn current concepts in the management of Hansen's disease (leprosy).
Typically, we offer highly specialized training in clinical aspects, rehabilitation methods, or clinical laboratory methods.
Is there a curriculum?
We don't provide a prescribed curriculum. We tailor training to provide an appropriate learning experience for each individual we accept to the program.
Who can take the training?
Generally, we accept practicing professionals in medicine or science. We recommend you begin by attending one of the two-day medical seminars above.
When do we offer it?
We offer observational training throughout the year. Training may last several days to one month, depending on individual needs.