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Conference for Healthcare Professionals:
Foot Care for Older Adults
Update 2012

Friday, April 13, 2012 - Add to My Calendar

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What previous attendees have said—
  • “Dr. Overstreet is so nice, practical, real, down to earth and fun, not to mention knowledgeable and smart. She makes learning fun.”
  • “Very interesting presentation. I loved the layman's language and very realistic approach towards nail care and treatment.”
 Designed For: A workshop for nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, staff nurses, physicians, physician assistants, and other interested health care providers.

Course Description

This workshop presents updated approaches to the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of selected foot problems in older adults with opportunities to observe demonstrations of diagnostic and treatment procedures. Topics include assessment and diagnostic testing of lower extremity neurologic and vascular disease; biomechanical physical assessment of the foot; assessment and treatment of pedal skin conditions; and toenail assessment and care. Teaching methods include lecture, discussion, demonstration, and case study analysis.
Participation in this workshop meets the five hour didactic eligibility requirement for Foot and Nail Care Certification awarded by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB).
For information on additional eligibility requirements and the application process, visit the website: www.wocncb.org/become-certified/foot-and-nail/.

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Online, FAX and phone registration has closed.   You are welcome to register
at the door of the conference.

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Online, fax and phone registrations are now closed. Please register at the door at Shoreline Conference Center.


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Hotels in the area:

When making reservations, be sure to mention the University of Washington to get the conference rate, if available. Some hotels offer free shuttles. Call the hotel to check for availability or to make shuttle reservations in advance.

  • Courtyard Marriott, Lynnwood
    4220 Alderwood Mall Blvd., Lynnwood, WA 98036
    Toll-Free Phone: 800-321-2211 • Local Phone: 425-670-0500
    Rate: Call hotel or visit website for rates.
    Approx. 6 miles from Shoreline Conference Center. 15 miles from downtown Seattle.
    Smoke-free hotel. Free parking. Complimentary high-speed internet access. Near Alderwood Mall.
  • Embassy Suites - Lynnwood
    20610 44th Avenue West, Lynnwood, WA 98036
    Toll-Free Phone: None Listed • Local Phone: 425-775-2500
    Rate: $129.00 single/double
    To get the conference rate: UW Nursing
    15 minutes from downtown Seattle
    Complimentary breakfast. Free parking. Shuttle to Shoreline Conf. Center is available.


*Group Rate=For two or more registrations for the same person at checkout.


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