Total Credits: 40 including 40 AOA Category 1-A
Foundations of Osteopathy in the Cranial Field:
Introduction to the Concepts and Skills Fundamental to Applied Osteopathy in the Cranial Field
Course Directors: Mitchell Hiserote, DO
Core Faculty (in chronological order)
Mitchell Hiserote, DO
Raymond J. Hruby, DO, MS, FAAO (Dist)
Veronica Vuksich, DO
Hollis H. King, DO, PhD, FAAO, FCA
Kimberly J. Wolf, DO, FAAP, FACOP
Instructional Format: Live, In-Person training with lecture and lab format
Date: July 9-13, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM PDT
Cost: $2,400.00, register here
Location: Osteopathic Center San Diego (OCSD), 3706 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA 92123
Course materials will be provided: Exploring Osteopathy in the Cranial Field, by Raymond J. Hruby, DO, with supplement
Scholarships available: Generously provided by OPC and the Osteopathic Cranial Academy Foundation. For details, see Scholarship tab.
Lodging
Hilton Garden Inn Mission Valley/Stadium
3805 Murphy Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92123
Hotel booking link here
CME Sponsor:
Osteopathy’s Promise to Children
Activity Website
Statement of Need
The increasing educational volume of undergraduate Osteopathic medical education curriculum has pressured the dilution of intensive exposure to Osteopathy in Cranial Field specific concepts and skills. This is partially driven by the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners requiring only basic didactic information of Osteopathy in the Cranial Field with little to no evaluation of skill competency or applied clinical application. Additionally, there are limited postgraduate accredited Continuing Medical Education (CME) courses offering intensive introduction to OCF didactic as well as experiential curriculum and are only offered regularly within the United States by three organizations (of which OPC is included).
Course Description
The OPC Foundations of Osteopathy in the Cranial Field (FOCF) course is a 40-hour didactic and laboratory experiential course designed to introduce practicing physicians, resident physicians, dentists, and current medical students to the uniquely osteopathic modality of cranial diagnosis and treatment. This FOCF course is consistent with the teachings of W.G. Sutherland, DO, and is a direct continuation and legacy of Expanding Osteopathic Courses offered by the late V.M. Frymann, DO.
The course didactic components introduce cranial anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and applied clinical osteopathic principles and is directly synergistic with closely precepted, (4:1 student to faculty ratio), hands-on laboratory experiences. Thus, the curriculum addresses the understanding and clinical application challenges of osteopathy in the cranial field (OCF). This course curriculum is intended to be a synergistic contribution to the practice of patient-centered care, within the integrated osteopathic medical model of diagnosis and treatment. Osteopathy in the cranial field is designed to serve patients of all ages, gender, and levels of health challenges. Course objectives (as listed below) comprehension will be assessed through group interactive audience response system reviews and a personal end-of-course interactive practical skills review provided by course faculty.Our exceptional FOCF faculty are practicing physicians chosen for their extensive osteopathic clinical experience, knowledge of applied OCF, and experience and competency as excellent clinical educators.
Agenda: (See Agenda Tab)
Target Audience
Medical physicians (DO or MD); Dentists (DDS or DMD); Resident physicians (DO or MD); Medical students currently enrolled at a US AOA or LCME approved college of osteopathic or allopathic medicine; International Medical physicians (MD) or internationally trained Osteopaths from established institutions are welcome to participate after review.
Eligibility
Besides the Target Audience described above, there is professional need and desire to allow for International and Alternative Practitioners to participate in OPCs course offerings. The practice of Osteopathy does not necessarily adhere to sovereign boundaries. Consistent with our mission, Osteopathy’s Promise to Children (OPC) is committed to advancing the practice, research, and teaching of Osteopathy within the United States as well as throughout the world. It is also very aware of the diminishing study and practice of traditional Osteopathy by United States trained Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine. Conversely, OPC recognizes the increasing international interest and practice by International Osteopathic Graduates and Alternative Practitioners in Osteopathy that are fulfilling the perceived growing patient need, as well as advancing the science and practice and science of Osteopathy both within as well as outside of the United States.
“International Osteopathic Graduates” refers to Osteopathic physician graduates of osteopathic educational programs outside the United States, often referred to as Osteopaths, who practice and reside outside the United States. “Alternative Practitioners” refers to practitioners of Osteopathy who have completed programs in non-physician health care professions and completed an organized osteopathic education program outside of the United States.
OPC therefore welcomes qualified International Doctors of Osteopathy, Registered Practitioners of Osteopathy practicing in countries other than the United States, and OPC approved Alternative Practitioners into the OPC Foundations of Osteopathy in the Cranial Field (FOCF) course.
Qualification for International Doctors of Osteopathy and Registered Practitioners of Osteopathy admission into OPC’s FOCF requires that individuals fulfill the following:
1. successfully complete an international accredited osteopathic educational program
2. show a deep and ongoing commitment to the science, practice, and philosophy of Osteopathy
3. reside outside the United States
4. either possess unlimited licensure for the practice of medicine or are members in good standing of a recognized affiliate society (a national osteopathic registry or the appropriate governmental licensing authority, to be reviewed by OPC’s Continuing Medical Education Committee.
Qualification for Alternative Practitioners of Osteopathy admission into OPC’s courses require a more nuanced process that includes:
1. Successful an accredited clinically oriented health care program either within or outside the United States
2. Successful completion of an accredited minimum 4 year educational program of Osteopathy (accreditation will be evaluated and approved by OPC CME Committee)
3. Demonstration of at least 2 years of deep ongoing commitment to the philosophy, practice, and continuing study of traditional Osteopathy
4. Remain in good standing within any and all professional organizations, licensure organizations, and applicable legal requirements
OPC’s CME Committee will evaluate all applications from International Osteopathic Graduates, Registered Practitioners of Osteopathy, and Alternative Practitioners for participation in OPC courses on a case-by-case basis. OPC CME Committee reserves the right to request additional materials from any applicants for the FOCF course deemed necessary for participation qualification. OPC CME leadership determinations will be final.
Please send any documentation in support of eligibility to cme@the-promise.org. Some courses may allow exemptions via case-by-case reviews for individuals who do not meet standard eligibility but can demonstrate equivalent experience or qualifications.
Prerequisites
This course assumes a strong background of education and training in the biomedical sciences and in the clinical observation and treatment of pathology in patients.
CME Accreditation Information
Osteopathy’s Promise to Children (OPC) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. OPC designates this activity for a maximum of 40 AOA Category 1-A CME credits. CME and specialty credits will be reported commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
Interactive Learning: OPC courses allow participants to ask questions of the presenter in real-time.
Cancelation and Refund Policy
OPC reserves the right to change the delivery format, delay, or cancel a CME event due to unforeseen circumstances. If an event is canceled, OPC will refund your registration fee in full. OPC is not responsible for travel, hotel, or other costs incurred by the registrant. See brochure for the complete policy statement.
Substitutions: Participants may transfer their registration to another CME event at no additional cost by emailing cme@the-promise.org.
Refunds: Refunds will be issued for cancelations received two weeks prior to the event, minus a $100 administrative fee. “No shows” are subject to the full event fee.
Cancelation Requests: Email requests to cme@the-promise.org. No refunds or credits will be issued once the CME event has started.
Liability Release and Waiver
Participation in this course may involve physical activity, including contact with faculty and other participants. Physical diagnostics and manual therapeutics may carry risks of injury or aggravation of pre-existing conditions. All participants agree to assume full responsibility and risk for any losses or damages, including bodily injury, death, or property damage, arising from their participation in the course.
| Brochure / Agenda (2.8 MB) | 12 Pages | Download |
| Course Manual - errata page (262.6 KB) | 1 Pages | Available after Purchase |
| Supplement for course manual (385.4 KB) | 7 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Dr. Hiserote, DO, is a graduate of Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pomona, CA., and is board certified in Neuromusculoskeletal Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine from the American Osteopathic Board of Neuromuscular Medicine. Additionally, he holds Osteopathic Cranial Academy Certification of Proficiency, and is a Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine Costin scholar. Dr. Hiserote is a veteran director of Osteopathy in the Cranial Field courses at the Osteopathy’s Promise to Children and internationally. He has served as Associate Professor/past Chairman of the Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine - Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) Department. and currently practices osteopathy in his private office in Sebastopol, CA. His Memberships include: American Osteopathic Association (AOA), American Academy of Osteopathy (AAO), Osteopathic Cranial Academy (OCA), Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM), Sonoma Mendocino Lake Medical Association (SMLM).
Dr. Raymond J. Hruby, DO, MS, FAAO (Dist) is a graduate of the College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery in Des Moines, Iowa. He is board certified in Family Medicine/OMT by the American Board of Osteopathic Family Practice and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine by the American Osteopathic Board on Special Proficiency in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. Dr. Hruby completed a traditional internship at Osteopathic Hospital of Maine, Portland, ME and was in private practice for sixteen years. Retired as professor and chair of the Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine at COMP, he continues consulting with the school’s Department of NMM/OMM on teaching, research, curriculum analysis and development, new faculty mentorships and Predoctoral OMM Fellows. He is involved with WUHS’s Interprofessional Education program, and lectures part-time in the Graduate School of Basic Medical Sciences, among others. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Osteopathy and a member of the American Osteopathic Association, American Academy of Osteopathy, American College of Osteopathic Family Practitioners, Osteopathic Cranial Academy, Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California, Memberships: AOA, AAO. ACOFP, OCA, OPSC. Cranial proficiency (OCA).
Dr. Vuksich, DO, is a graduate of the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in Pomona, CA. She completed an HIV Fellowship, Sonoma County Dept of Public Health, Santa Rosa, CA. She completed a Family Practice Residency, UCSF Program B, Santa Rosa, CA. She held an Osteopathic Principles and Practice Undergraduate Teaching Fellowship during her undergraduate medical education and holds a MA, from Calif. State Univ., San Jose, CA in Biology (concentration in Molecular Genetics). She is currently working as a Family Practice Physician in Santa Rosa, CA. Her areas of emphasis are Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. Memberships include: AOA, AAO, and OCA. She holds a Certificate of Proficiency in Osteopathy in the Cranial Field from the Osteopathic Cranial Academy.
Dr. Kimberly J. Wolf, DO, FAAP, FACOP, FAAPO is a graduate of Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ and Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP), Pomona, CA. She is board-certified in Pediatrics. Dr. Wolf completed a dually-accredited Pediatric Residency at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Doctors Hospital, Columbus, OH. She is currently an Associate Professor of OMM and Director of Pediatric OMM at Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Research Director for Osteopathy's Promise to Children. Dr. Wolf is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Pediatric Osteopathy, and the American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians. She is a member of the AOA, AAO, ACOP, AAP, AAPO, and OCA and holds leadership positions within most of these organizations.
Dr. Hollis H. King, DO, PhD, FAAO, FCA is a graduate of Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Worth, TX . He is board certified in Family Medicine/OMT from the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians and certified with Special Proficiency in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine from the American Osteopathic Board of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine. He is a Founding Diplomate of the American Board of Holistic and Integrative Medicine. His postdoctoral training was at Dallas Memorial Hospital, Dallas, TX. His internship was at the VA Hospital & Univ. of Kentucky Medical School, Lexington, KY. His Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology is from Trinity University, San Antonio, TX. He is a Fellow of and Past-President of the American Academy of Osteopathy. He is a Fellow of the Osteopathic Cranial Academy. Dr. King is currently a Clinical Professor of Family Medicine at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine. He also has a private practice at Osteopathic Center San Diego. His memberships include: AOA, AAO, OCA.
We are excited to offer new scholarship opportunities for the 2025 Foundations of Osteopathy in the Cranial Field (FOCF) course—thanks to the generosity of donors who share our mission to expand access to osteopathic education.
Osteopathy’s Promise to Children extends our heartfelt thanks to the Osteopathic Cranial Academy Foundation for their impactful and generous donation.
"Building on Dr. Sutherland’s vision, quality continuing medical education is a high priority for the Foundation. Each year, Tuition Assistance awards are available to eligible applicants to attend courses in Traditional Osteopathy, especially in the Cranial Field. The purpose of these awards is to support students, residents, and young physicians in their educational journey towards excellence in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine by providing financial assistance based on merit, financial need, and other qualifying criteria."
Your support makes it possible for more clinicians to access training in Traditional Osteopathy, ensuring that hands-on, patient-centered care continues to thrive for future generations.
Whether you choose to support our FOCF Scholarship Fund or contribute to our general education and treatment programs, your gift has a lasting impact on the health of children, families, and communities.
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Scholarships are exclusively designated for the 2025 FOCF course, sponsored by Osteopathy’s Promise to Children and held at the Osteopathic Center San Diego. They are not transferrable to any other course or program.
Scholarships will cover full or partial tuition only. Travel, lodging, meals, and all other related expenses are the sole responsibility of the recipient.
Awards are non-transferable and may not be deferred to future course offerings.
Students and residents must fulfill all course requirements, including full attendance, participation, evaluations, and any required assessments.
Upon completion of the course, recipients are required to submit a brief written reflection to OPC describing how the course contributed to their osteopathic education and professional development.
Previous scholarship recipients are not eligible to reapply for this course.
To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:
Osteopathic Medical Students:
Must have completed at least the first year of the COM curriculum.
Must be a current second-year or higher osteopathic medical student or an undergraduate Osteopathic Fellow or Scholar.
Residents and Post-Residency Fellows: Must be in training or have completed a residency/fellowship in a specialty relevant to the practice of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine.
Early Career Physicians:
Defined as licensed DOs or MDs who have been in practice for ten years or less following graduation.
Scholarship Limitations:
If awarded, an applicant may receive only one scholarship per course level (introductory, intermediate, or advanced).
A second scholarship for the same course level may be awarded only after five years and from a different course provider, contingent on available funds.
To apply, submit a written request via email to cme@the-promise.org that includes the following:
Date of Application
Full Name
Contact Telephone
Email Address
Medical School Name
Anticipated Graduation Date
Personal Narrative (150 words or less / 1000 characters max)
Tell us your story! Explain:
Why are you seeking assistance?
How will this course impact your osteopathic journey?
What inspired your interest in osteopathy in the cranial field?
How do you plan to apply this knowledge in your practice or community?
Proof of eligibility (e.g., medical school enrollment verification, residency documentation).
A signed statement confirming your agreement to all scholarship conditions.
⏰ Submission Deadline
A limited number of full and partial scholarships are available for the July 2025 Foundations of Osteopathy in the Cranial Field (FOCF) course. All completed applications must be submitted via email to cme@the-promise.org by midnight on May 31, 2025.
Applicants will be notified of their application status no later than June 10, 2025.
Qualified applicants who are not selected for a scholarship will be placed on a wait list and notified if additional funding becomes available.
For questions or assistance with the application process, please contact us at cme@the-promise.org.
HILTON GARDEN INN San Diego Mission Valley/Stadium
3805 Murphy Canyon Road, San Diego, CA 92123
Block of rooms are reserved for this course at a rate of $199 plus tax per night.
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| FOUNDATIONS OF OSTEOPATHY IN THE CRANIAL FIELD | |||||
| Offered through Osteopathy's Promise to Children at the Osteopathic Center San Diego Conference Center | |||||
| San Diego, California | |||||
| July 9 - 13, 2025 | |||||
| Course Director: R. Mitchell Hiserote, D.O. | |||||
| Wednesday July 9 | |||||
| Start Time | End Time | Total | Topic | Location | Instructor |
| 8:00 AM | 8:30 AM | 0h 30m | Introduction | Boardroom | Hiserote |
| 8:30 AM | 9:15 AM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Intro to the Primary Respiratory Mechanism | Boardroom | Hiserote |
| 9:15 AM | 10:00 AM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Primary/Secondary Respiration | Boardroom | Hruby |
| 10:00 AM | 10:15 AM | 0h 15m | Break | OCSD | |
| 10:15 AM | 10:45 AM | 0h 30m | Lecture: Cranial Anatomical Landmarks | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 10:45 AM | 11:15 AM | 0h 30m | Lab: Cranial Anatomical Landmarks | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 11:15 AM | 12:15 PM | 1h 0m | Lecture/Lab: Palpation Introduction - Guided meadow walk, Hand, Forearm, Thorax | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 12:15 PM | 1:15 PM | 1h 00m | Lunch | OCSD | |
| 1:15 PM | 2:00 PM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Sphenoid Bone Concepts | Boardroom | Hiserote |
| 2:00 PM | 2:45 PM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Occiput Bone Concepts | Boardroom | Vuksich |
| 2:45 PM | 3:00 PM | 0h 15m | Small Group Review and Discussion | OCSD | Hiserote |
| 3:00 PM | 3:30 PM | 0h 30m | Lab Group: Sphenoid and Occiput Bone Disarticulated (Sphenoid & Occiput) | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 3:30 PM | 4:15 PM | 0h 45m | Lecture: PRM Physiologic Motion | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 4:15 PM | 5:15 PM | 1h 0m | Lab: PRM Palpation with Enhancement - Vault Contact Intro | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 5:15 PM | 5:30 PM | 0h 15m | Small Group Debrief and Discussion | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 5:30 PM | Adjourn | ||||
| TOTAL | 8h 15m | ||||
| Thursday July 10 | |||||
| Start Time | End Time | Total | Topic | Location | Instructor |
| 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM | 1h 0m | Lecture: Potency and the CSF | Boardroom | Hiserote |
| 9:00 AM | 9:45 AM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Reciprocal Tension Membrane | Boardroom | Vuksich |
| 9:45 AM | 10:45 AM | 1h 0m | Lab: Introduction to Palpation - Layer Palpation Forearm & Thigh | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 10:45 AM | 11:00 AM | 0h 15m | Break | OCSD | Hiserote |
| 11:00 AM | 11:45 AM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Sacrum and Core Link Concepts | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 11:45 AM | 12:45 PM | 1h 0m | Lab: Sacral Palpation | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 12:45 PM | 1:45 PM | 1h 0m | Lunch | OCSD | |
| 1:45 PM | 2:35 PM | 0h 50m | Lecture: Temporal Bone Concepts | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 2:35 PM | 3:05 PM | 0h 30m | Small Group: Temporal Bone Disarticulated | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 3:05 PM | 3:20 PM | 0h 15m | Break | OCSD | Hiserote |
| 3:20 PM | 4:20 PM | 1h 0m | Lecture: SBS Strain Pattern Concepts | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 4:20 PM | 4:50 PM | 0h 30m | Lab Small Group: SBS Strain Pattern Review and Foam Ball Experience | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 4:50 PM | 5:30 PM | 0h 40m | Lab: SBS Strain Pattern Guided Palpatory Emulation | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 5:30 PM | Adjourn | ||||
| TOTAL | 8h 0m | ||||
| Friday July 11 | |||||
| Start Time | End Time | Total | Topic | Location | Instructor |
| 8:00 AM | 8:30 AM | 0h 30m | Lecture: Major Concept Reinforcement | Boardroom | Hiserote |
| 8:30 AM | 9:30 AM | 1h 0m | Lecture: OCF Research Evidence | Boardroom | King |
| 9:30 AM | 10:15 AM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Intro to OCF Treatment - Principles, Objectives, and Methods | Boardroom | Hruby |
| 10:15 AM | 10:30 AM | 0h 15m | Group Photo | Lobby | |
| 10:30 AM | 10:45 AM | 0h 15m | Small Group Review and Discussion | OCSD | Hiserote |
| 10:45 AM | 11:30 AM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Vault Concepts | Boardroom | Vuksich |
| 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM | 1h 0m | Lab: Vault Lifts and Spreads | Lab (101) | Vuksich |
| 12:30 PM | 1:30 PM | 1h 0m | Lunch with a Movie | Boardroom | |
| 1:30 PM | 2:15 PM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Lab Intro - Venous Sinus Tech | Lab (101) | Vuksich |
| 2:15 PM | 3:15 PM | 1h 0m | Lab: Venous Sinus Technique | Lab (101) | Vuksich |
| 3:15 PM | 3:30 PM | 0h 15m | Small Group Review and Discussion | OCSD | Hiserote |
| 3:30 PM | 4:00 PM | 0h 30m | Lecture: Lab Intro - SI LAR, Indirect SBS Strain Pattern, SBS MAR Dx Tx | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 4:00 PM | 5:15 PM | 1h 15m | Lab: SI LAR, Indirect SBS Strain Pattern Release, SBS MAR Dx Tx | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 5:15 PM | Adjourn | ||||
| TOTAL | 8h 0m | ||||
| Saturday July 12 | |||||
| Start Time | End Time | Total | Topic | Location | Instructor |
| 8:00 AM | 8:30 AM | 0h 30m | Lecture: Major Concept Reinforcement | Boardroom | Hiserote |
| 8:30 AM | 9:45 AM | 1h 15m | Lecture: OCF Considerations of Cranial Nerves | Boardroom | Hiserote |
| 9:45 AM | 10:00 AM | 0h 15m | Break | OCSD | |
| 10:00 AM | 10:45 AM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Lab Intro - Temporal Bone Treatment - V-Spread, Pussy Foot, Diaphragms | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 10:45 AM | 12:00 PM | 1h 15m | Lab: Temporal Bone Treatment - V-Spread, Pussy Foot, Diaphragms | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM | 1h 0m | Lunch | OCSD | |
| 1:00 PM | 1:45 PM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Building A Face | Boardroom | Hruby |
| 1:45 AM | 2:00 AM | 0h 15m | Lab: Facial Bones Review Small Group | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 2:00 PM | 3:00 PM | 1h 0m | Lab: Face Treatment - Zygoma, Premax/Max, Vomer Rocking | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 3:00 PM | 3:15 PM | 0h 15m | Small Group Review and Discussion | OCSD | Hiserote |
| 3:15 PM | 3:45 PM | 0h 30m | Lecture: Lab Intro - CV 4 | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 3:45 PM | 4:45 PM | 1h 0m | Lab: CV4, Concurrent Review V-Spread and SBS Strain Patterns | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 4:45 PM | 5:45 PM | 1h 0m | Lab: Evaluation of Health - Comparison Experience | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 5:45 PM | Adjourn | ||||
| TOTAL | 8h 15m | ||||
| Sunday July 13 | |||||
| Start Time | End Time | Total | Topic | Location | Instructor |
| 8:00 AM | 8:30 AM | 0h 30m | Lecture: Major Concept Reinforcement | Boardroom | Hiserote |
| 8:30 AM | 9:15 AM | 0h 45m | Lecture: Mechanisms of Labor | Boardroom | Wolf |
| 9:15 AM | 10:15 AM | 1h 0m | Lecture: OCF Pediatric Applications | Boardroom | Wolf |
| 10:15 AM | 10:30 AM | 0h 15m | Small Group Review and Discussion | OCSD | Hiserote |
| 10:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 1h 0m | Lecture: TMJ Anatomy, Physiology and Mechanics | Lab (101) | Vuksich |
| 11:30 AM | 12:45 PM | 1h 15m | Lab: TMJ Diagnosis & Treatment | Lab (101) | Vuksich |
| 12:45 PM | 1:45 PM | 1h 0m | Lunch | OCSD | |
| 1:45 PM | 2:30 PM | 0h 45m | Lab: OCF Concepts Review | Lab (101) | Hiserote |
| 2:30 PM | 3:15 PM | 0h 45m | Faculty Panel | Lab (101) | Hruby |
| 3:15 PM | 3:30 PM | 0h 15m | Small Group Review and Discussion | OCSD | Hiserote |
| 3:30 PM | 4:30 PM | 1h 0m | Group: Practical Skills Review | Lab (101) | Faculty |
| 4:30 PM | Student Checkout | Lab (101) | Faculty | ||
| 4:30 PM | |||||
| Adjourn | |||||
| TOTAL | 7h 30m | ||||
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40h 0m | ||||
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). This education program is designed to provide CME for osteopathic physicians and other health care professionals who practice OMM/OMT.
Osteopathy’s Promise to Children (OPC) designates this activity for a maximum of 40 AOA Category 1-A credits anticipated and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity. This is OMM/OMT/OPP activity and as such is part of the profession and exempt from the AOA practice gap analysis requirement.
DRESS CODE NOTICE
The dress code for osteopathic OMM (Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine) labs typically includes:
1. Comfortable Clothing: Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement. This often includes gym clothes such as t-shirts, athletic shorts, or yoga pants.
2. Avoid wearing jewelry, especially items like necklaces, bracelets, or rings, as they can get in the way during manipulations.
3. Socks: You may be required to remove your shoes during the lab, so bring clean socks.
4. Minimal Layers: Since OMM labs involve physical contact and often the examination of body landmarks, it's recommended to wear minimal layers. For example, a simple t-shirt and shorts or leggings are common.
FRAGRANCE-FREE POLICY STATEMENT
In consideration of all participants, we ask that you refrain from wearing perfumes, colognes, scented lotions, or any other fragranced personal care products to Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) events and labs. This policy is in place to ensure a comfortable and safe environment for everyone, particularly those who may have sensitivities or allergic reactions to fragrances.
Why This Matters:
1. Sensitivity to Fragrances: Many individuals are sensitive to the chemicals found in scented products. Exposure to these can cause a range of symptoms, from mild discomfort like headaches and dizziness to severe allergic reactions, including respiratory issues.
2. Maintaining a Neutral Environment: OMM labs require close physical proximity and hands-on practice. A neutral, fragrance-free environment ensures that all participants can focus on their learning and practice without distractions or discomfort caused by strong scents.
3. Respect and Inclusivity: By avoiding the use of scented products, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all participants feel respected and are able to fully engage in the educational experience.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to this fragrance-free policy, ensuring a positive and healthy experience for everyone involved.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
OPC reserves the right to change the delivery format, delay, or cancel a CME event due to any unforeseen circumstances. If an event is canceled, OPC will refund your registration fee in full. OPC will not be held responsible for the registrant's travel, hotel or other costs incurred resulting from the cancellation. Substitutions of other CME events may be made at any time without an additional charge; email cme@the-promise.org with your request. Refunds will be issued for all cancellations received two weeks prior to the start of the event. However, an administrative fee of $100.00 will be charged for all refunds. “No shows” are subject to the full CME event fee. Cancellations/substitutions must be made in writing by email to cme@the-promise.org. No refunds or credits will be issued once the CME event has started.
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