TIRR Memorial Hermann Education Academy Offers Virtual and In-Person Courses
Continually recognized as one of America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, TIRR Memorial Hermann is committed to educating current and future rehabilitation specialists. Through the TIRR Memorial Hermann Education Academy, medical professionals have access to the latest techniques and research to better serve their patients, care partners and community.
Courses through the Academy are offered either in-person, prerecorded for on-demand viewing, live streamed or a combination of these options.
The following are active courses that TIRR Memorial Hermann is offering for Continuing Education.
Cancer Rehabilitation Symposium
May 1 - 3, 2025
Expert clinicians from leading institutions for cancer care and rehabilitation will discuss treatments that impact rehabilitation and provide evidence-based assessment and treatment strategies for clinicians working with those living with cancer.
Upcoming Courses
Reimagining Stroke Rehabilitation: Uniting Research, Innovation, and Education for Recovery
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
TIRR Memorial Hermann, In-Person
In spite of the best treatment available, 30-50% of stroke survivors are left with significant physical and/or psychologic disabilities and consequent decline in quality of life. There are marked inconsistencies in quality of care and rehabilitation services. This course will focus on the latest research for rehabilitation and recovery paradigms for those with long-lasting effects of stroke. Specific areas that will be addressed during the activity are:
- Prediction and prognostication of stroke recovery, neuroplasticity, and neuromodulation
- Innovation in stroke care and recovery, rehabilitation technology, spasticity
- Understanding the clinical heterogeneity among stroke patients and utilizing large data across systems of stroke care to understand stroke outcomes for all stroke patients. The most recent developments in the field will be presented and will focus on the incorporation and implementation of these advances into practice, both in terms of clinical care and program development.
Advancing Clinical Practice in Seating and Mobility
Saturday, November 9, 2024
TIRR Memorial Hermann, In-Person
This course is appropriate for occupational therapy practitioners and physical therapy practitioners looking to enhance their knowledge and advance their skills in wheelchair seating and mobility. Attendees will be engaged in content related to funding considerations, determining appropriate types of seating systems and accessories, determining drive controls, and medical considerations for seating and mobility. This course will have didactic lectures, interactive case studies, and an equipment fair.
Advanced Adult Vestibular Rehabilitation
Part 1: Distance Learning - Independent Learning Format | Available now until November 8, 2024
Part 2: Saturday, November 9, 2024
TIRR Memorial Hermann, Pre-Recorded and Live Streamed via Zoom
Patients with vestibular dysfunction can be seen in multiple settings across the continuum. This evidence-based course utilizes the latest advancements in knowledge and research to integrate a clinician's ability to appropriately diagnose and treat a client with vestibular dysfunction. The topics discussed will include anatomy and physiology of the vestibular system involving peripheral and central lesions and analysis of vestibular function tests including computerized dynamic posturography, caloric testing and rotary chair testing. The participant will learn principles that help distinguish between peripheral and central disorders utilizing differential diagnosis strategies through clinical examination and outcome measures. This course is designed for the clinician who has some experience in treating clients with vestibular deficits, in order to more critically analyze and problem solve an in-depth and thorough plan of care.
Advanced Adult Vestibular Rehabilitation LAB
Sunday, November 10, 2024
TIRR Memorial Hermann, In-Person
The focus of this in person lab is to apply knowledge gained from the pre-recorded and live virtual vestibular course content with opportunities to practice hands on skills related to vestibular examination and intervention. This course format will include lab time and demonstration of clinical applications.
Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS): Review Course (2024 - 2026)
Friday, December 6, 2024 – Saturday, December 7, 2024
TIRR Memorial Hermann, Live Streamed via Zoom
The program is a comprehensive overview of Brain Injury including the medical management, functional impact on the person and/or family, and legal/ethical issues encountered with treating people with an Acquired Brain Injury. The mission of the Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists (ACBIS) is to improve the quality of care given to individuals with a brain injury through the education and training of those who work in brain injury services. To that end, ACBIS offers a voluntary national certification program that establishes best practices for the training of individuals working with people with an Acquired Brain Injury.
Pre-Recorded Courses
Neuroplasticity for the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
This course will focus on neuroplasticity as it relates to speech, language, and dysphagia. The participant will learn the ten principles of neuroplasticity that help distinguish between compensatory strategies and re-training. Evidence-based treatment approaches for management of adult neurologic rehabilitation will be discussed.
The Missing Factor of Quality Outcomes: Managing Nutrition Risk
At least 30% of hospitalized patients are diagnosed with malnutrition when discharged from the hospital. Populations at greater risk of malnutrition include the elderly, low income, and minorities. The development of malnutrition is multifactorial and requires an interdisciplinary approach from providers throughout the care continuum to promote better outcomes. Early identification of nutrition risk includes the evaluation of factors associated with the development of malnutrition—including food insecurity, other social and environmental factors, disease progression, and aging.
Autonomic Dysreflexia After Spinal Cord Injury: Myth and Reality
The focus of this lecture is on autonomic dysreflexia and orthostatic hypotension following a spinal cord injury. Clinical evidence on the impact of abnormal blood pressure control and latest advances in the management of cardiovascular control after spinal cord injury will be presented.
Pediatric Rehabilitation For the Neurologic Clinician
This set of pre-recorded lectures will to introduce the neurologic therapist and expose them to pediatric diagnoses in the NICU and early developmental stages. They will take into special consideration the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) interventions and understanding motor development. The lectures will to introduce the neurologic therapist and expose them to special consideration with neuropsychological development and behavioral considerations, the unique role of the therapist in the school settings, and an overview of Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) in Texas.
Advancing Clinical Practice in Brain Injury & Stroke Rehabilitation
The prevalence of brain injuries and strokes continue to increase each year. There often are long lasting sequelae from these injuries including physical, cognitive, language, and behavioral deficits. The growth and development of clinical treatment programs will depend on enhancing the skills of clinical staff for the next generation of expert clinicians. The objective of these pre-recorded lectures is to provide clinicians with an advanced overview of special topics, skills, and strategies for treatment teams working with those who have a brain injury or stroke in order to facilitate the growth of clinical programs of a comprehensive treatment team.
DoC 2021: Translating Knowledge into Practice
TIRR Memorial Hermann, Virtual, Pre-Recorded
The goal of this virtual education is to introduce individuals to the most recent developments in the field, with an emphasis on translating this knowledge into clinical practice.
Continuing Education Offerings
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