At a Glance: Webinar, Provider Spotlight, Neuro IDD Webinar, Power of Rural Conference, Seizure First Aid Training, Keith A. Miller Award Nominations, Alzheimer's Association, AHRQ Program, Telehealth Articles, DEA Proposed Rules, Consortium, SIGs |
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March WyTN Webinar
Best Practices in Launching Health Equity and Access Projects in Rural Libraries
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Kara Beech, BSBA, SHRM-PA
Regional Coordinator at the Wyoming Center on Aging
March 29, 2023 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
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Kara Beech, BSBA, SHRM-PA, is the Regional Coordinator at the Wyoming Center on Aging and part of a team bringing remote patient monitoring to rural and frontier communities in innovative ways. Self-measured blood pressure monitoring kits are now available for checkout at libraries throughout Wyoming thanks to a collaborative pilot project among the Wyoming Center on Aging (WyCOA) at the University of Wyoming, the Wyoming Department of Health’s Chronic Disease Prevention Program, and public libraries. Come to learn more about how to create innovative partnerships with national and state entities that can increase access to remote patient monitoring, patient self-empowerment, and other potentially lifesaving innovations in telehealth. |
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Philip Eskew, DO, JD, MBA, CCHP-P
YesCare
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Philip Eskew, DO, JD, MBA began his telehealth journey as part of his medical residency program. As his time in the field has grown, he learned that telehealth is a way to reach patients when travel or in-person care is difficult to deliver. Through his work providing healthcare to prisons, he quickly learned that telehealth is a lifesaving tool for any provider. Dr. Eskew is leading the way in providing prisoners with the ethical healthcare they need by utilizing telehealth as a tool for delivery in a system where barriers to care are prevalent. Learn more about him in this month's spotlight. |
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Neuro IDD Webinar Series
Treatment of Intractable Epilepsy:
Epilepsy Surgery and Neurostimulation
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Presented by Dr. Eric Geller and Liza Gundell
March 28, 2023 | 12pm Eastern Time
(10am Mountain Time)
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In about 1/3 of people with epilepsy, seizures are not fully controlled with medication ("medically intractable"). This talk will review 2 important non-medication options.
1 Hour CME is available!
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The conference will be held at the UW Conference Center in Laramie April 17 - 19, 2023. Hybrid attendance options will be available.
Who should attend? Everyone who supports healthcare in Wyoming! Rural health centers, community health centers, hospitals, public health leaders, health researchers, health organizations, and hospitals.
This conference provides an opportunity for participants to:
- Address rural health challenges through innovative research
- Share information on Wyoming's rural healthcare landscape
- Interact with healthcare professionals around the state
- Learn about topics impacting Wyoming
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2023 Seizure First Aid Trainings |
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The Seizure Recognition and First Aid certification training hosted by the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming provides information to increase the knowledge, skills, and confidence in recognizing seizures and safely administering seizure first aid. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a two-year certification.
This 90-minute virtual class will teach you how to recognize different types of seizures, respond with appropriate first aid, and understand when to call for additional help. The next training is on April 19, 2023.
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The Wyoming Institute for Disabilities is Now Accepting Nominations for the
2023 Keith A. Miller Award
Is there an unsung hero or tireless advocate in your Wyoming community who dedicates time and energy to improving the opportunities and experiences of people with disabilities? If so, please consider nominating them for this award.
The Keith A. Miller Award is presented annually to a person who makes a powerful difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities in any way. Categories might include:
- Exceptional service on committees, panels, non-profits, or agencies
- Key leadership in advocacy for people with disabilities
- Notable accomplishments impacting policy or systems at local, state or national levels
- Extraordinary family members and/or caregivers
- Dedicated educators, leaders, and volunteers in Wyoming
- Any other exemplary commitment to improving services, opportunities, or experiences for people with disabilities
If you nominated someone in the past who was not selected, please consider resubmitting the nomination this year! Questions? Contact Betsy Bress or Brittany Brigham, award committee co-chairs.
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The Alzheimer's Association and their agency partners will be hosting conversation and education programs both virtually and in-person. Please see the details below:
March 28, 2023 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Continental Breakfast and Lunch Provided
Frank B. Wise Business Center | 3 Ethete Rd., Fort Washakie, WY
March 30, 2023 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Continental Breakfast and Lunch Provided
Wind River Hotel & Casino | 180 Red Wolf Place, Riverton, WY
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The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is recruiting ambulatory and primary care facilities, including OB/GYNs, to participate in the AHRQ Safety Program for Telemedicine: Improving the Diagnostic Process, a free 18-month program that seeks to improve the cancer diagnostic process, specifically closing the loop to improve diagnostic verification, timeliness, and communication with the patient. We are reaching out to see if you would be willing to assist us in getting the word out about the AHRQ program to primary care and gynecology practices in Wyoming.
This program, beginning in June 2023, consists of educational presentations about best practices for closing the loop at critical points in the diagnostic process for breast, colorectal, and lung cancer in the telemedicine environment. Participation in this AHRQ program will provide primary care teams with technical assistance, coaching, webinars, and tools to help implement sustainable improvements in their practice. Continuing education units, continuing medical education credits, and ABIM MOC points will be offered at no charge for participants.
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What is Health Risk Informed Telemedicine and How Can it Benefit the People You Support |
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Telehealth Advocacy Groups Raise RPM Coverage Decision Concerns
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Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Proposed Rules |
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The DEA has recently proposed rules that require an in-person consultation to access specific controlled substances by telehealth. These rules will take effect on May 11.
Individuals have the opportunity to make their voices heard and submit their comments on these proposed rules no later than Friday, March 31.
The American Telemedicine Association has created pre-populated and customizable form letters for practitioners and patients to use if they would like to submit their comments to the DEA. Please click on the applicable links below if you would like to submit a comment!
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The Wyoming Telehealth Consortium is the central meeting space to discuss the programs, success/challenges, and discuss ideas on improving the use of telehealth in the state. The Consortium usually meets on the last Tuesday of every month, from 3:00 - 4:30 pm. Anyone interested in building telehealth is encouraged to attend.
Next Meeting:
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Upcoming Special Interest Groups |
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Wyoming Hospitals
Third Friday of the month
April 21, 2023
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Telemental Health
Second Friday of the month
April 14, 2023
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Community Health & Chronic Disease Prevention
Second Tuesday of the month
April 11, 2023
11:00am - 12:00pm
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The Wyoming Telehealth Network newsletter is your source for information, resources and best practices in telehealth. We support healthcare entities, providers, and specialists through professional development, collaboration, and leveraging of telecommunications technology.
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If you would like to contribute information to the newsletter, get involved with any special interest groups, or have your practice highlighted,
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Contact Information
Wyoming Telehealth Network
Wyoming Institute for Disabilities
1000 E. University Ave., Dept. 4298
Laramie, WY 82071
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