Institutes Of Health

Are you heading to Las Vegas for National Workers' Compensation and Disability Conference? I am looking forward to being there this week along with my colleagues Duane Johnson and Jennifer S. Johnson! Join us for happy hour at the Foundation Room to benefit Kids' Chance of California we are cohosting this amazing networking and fundraising event. Be sure to check out our session about brain injuries titled “Clear The Fog” on Wed at 10:30a in Session Room 3, moderated by Carlos Luna. Let’s connect! We would love to hear what’s new in your #workerscomp world!

🧠 Webinar Alert: Chronicity & Comorbidities—Focus on TBI: Join Institutes Of Health and the Brain Injury Association of America at WorkCompCentral this Thursday, October 10 at 12 PM PT for an insightful webinar that explores the complexities of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and the chronic comorbidities often seen in the workers’ compensation system. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of TBI and its long-term impact on injured workers. Register now to reserve your spot! https://lnkd.in/e3hfmr4b

🚨 Biopsychosocial & Wellness Symposium 🚨 A Half-Day Workers’ Compensation Educational Event at Sharp HealthCare I am excited to invite you to an immersive half-day symposium at Sharp HealthCare in San Diego that will bring together industry leaders to discuss the biopsychosocial approach to care. 📅 When: Tuesday, October 22 🕒 Time: 7:30 AM | 8 AM – 12 PM 📍 Where: Sharp HealthCare - 8695 Spectrum Center Blvd | San Diego, CA 92123 👉 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gx8iKEEY Who Should Attend: Stakeholders invested in enhancing treatment for delayed recovery and complex claims, focusing on TBI, PTSD, chronic pain, and substance abuse. What You’ll Learn: ✔️Overcoming barriers to implementing evidence-based care ✔️Systemic improvements for better patient outcomes ✔️Exploring the biopsychosocial transdisciplinary model as a holistic solution for workers facing complex conditions Don’t miss this chance to engage with experts and network with professionals committed to advancing care in workers’ compensation. Speakers: Scynthia Syfrett, Joseph Sousa, Brook Feerick, Eric Taylor, Tomer Anbar, Ph.D., CTC, CGP, Lorimer moseley, Luke Bongiorno, Yvonne Guibert, Dr. Gabe Dawson, Dr. Kimberely Tilley, Dr. Heechin Chae, & Dr. Shelby Moreira

Are you heading to Las Vegas for the National Workers' Compensation and Disability Conference Nov. 14 - 17? Please mark your calendars and join us for a Happy Hour and Raffle to benefit Kids' Chance of California RSVP to katherine.sandoval@edglaw.com The raffle pot will be split between the winner and KCOCA. FREE to attend and includes cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Enjoy the best view of the Las Vegas strip! Monday, Oct 14, 5P - 9P We are super excited to co-host this event along with Employer Defense Group, LLP, Carisk Partners and Source Investigations. Duane Johnson Yvonne Guibert and Jennifer S. Johnson hope to see you there! #connections #conversations #networking #workerscompensation #fundraising #NWCDC2024 #nationalcomp #LasVegas #KCOCA #forthekids

🚓 🚒 Join Institutes Of Health at the Cal Chiefs Conference in Costa Mesa and PSPSA Conference in San Diego! We are excited to be exhibiting at these two highly anticipated first responder events later this month. Both events promise to be a dynamic and insightful. Please stop by and say hello!

📚 NEXT WEEK - Thurs, October 3! Join The City of San Diego, Sharp HealthCare, and Institutes Of Health for a 1-hour webinar hosted by the CSIA California Self-Insurers Association (CSIA)! 📚 Thank you to CSIA for hosting our expert panel as we explore the biopsychosocial model of care's social dimension and its impact on injured worker recovery. We will learn how addressing social isolation can improve outcomes for those with complex conditions experiencing chronic pain and complex injuries like TBI and PTSD. We will also discuss social support's critical role in healing and recovery and gain valuable insights on integrating evidence-based therapies to enhance recovery and reduce claim costs. Panelists include: Yvonne Guibert (Moderator) Joseph Sousa Scynthia Syfrett Dr. Heechin Chae, MD Dr. Shelby Moreira, PsyD 📅 October 3 | 🕒 10:30A Pacific Time 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ePCcMjw9 Free for CSIA Members | $25 for Non-Members #WorkersCompensation #InjuryRecovery #TBI #PTSD #BiopsychosocialModel #SocialSupport #Healthcare

There are many misconceptions about brain injuries that prevent us from providing optimal care for injured workers. I'm thrilled to dive into this discussion with experts, Dr. Shelby Moreira, Dr. Heejin Chae (Institutes Of Health), and Mr. Joseph Sousa (The City of San Diego). Let me know if you are attending the National Workers' Compensation and Disability Conference. Let's make time to connect! #NationalComp2024 #Insurance #WorkersCompensation #TBI #RiskManagement

Join Yvonne Guibert and the Institutes Of Health team on September 24 @ 3 PM PDT, as we welcome our guest speaker Samantha Glovak from the VA Puget Sound Healthcare System for an insightful webinar focused on Chronicity, PTSD and Comorbidities. The panel will unravel the complexities surrounding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and the chronic comorbidities that accompany PTS conditions as commonly seen within the workers’ compensation system. REGISTER --> https://lnkd.in/gfu-nsSY OVERVIEW: Our esteemed panel of experts is dedicated to advancing care for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) within the workers' compensation system. This is our second webinar in our 3-part series on chronicity within the workers’ compensation system, which explores the complex relationship between PTSD and its overlapping comorbid conditions. Chronicity adds layers of complexity to PTSD treatment, making recovery more challenging and requiring a comprehensive approach. Beyond persistent symptoms, PTSD often involves comorbidities like chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and physical disabilities, which complicate recovery. Panelists will discuss how these comorbidities prolong disability and reduce the effectiveness of traditional treatments. Participants will learn why a one-dimensional strategy is insufficient and how a biopsychosocial, transdisciplinary model better addresses the needs of patients with PTSD and associated conditions. The discussion will highlight the prevalence of these comorbidities in high-risk groups like first responders and emphasize the importance of incorporating the patient’s perspective in treatment planning. We will also address the limitations of conventional biomedical models and offer practical steps for implementing holistic, patient-centered care strategies. With our expert panel, this webinar aims to challenge and inspire the industry to rethink and reshape how these complex conditions are approached, driving a shift toward more innovative, effective, and compassionate care in workers' compensation.

Earlier this week, close to 100 members of the RNCN - Rehabilitation Nurse Coordinators’ Network community came together for an unforgettable evening aboard a luxury yacht in the beautiful waters of San Diego. The event was dedicated to the amazing nurses who coordinate and manage care in workers' compensation, long-term managed care, trust case management, and the med-legal fields. We enjoyed delicious food, fantastic networking, and plenty of fun as we cruised in style! This event would not have been possible without the gracious support of our sponsors — thank you to our incredible sponsors and everyone who attended! RNCN Board Members: Brook Feerick, Ellie Vandiver, Felicia Amenta, Elizabeth Terris, Paul J. Marsh DC, QME, Duane Johnson, Michele Russi