Total Credits: 1 including 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™, 1 AOA Category 1-A Credit(s)
This program will expire and must be completed by 07/27/26.
** Please note this program was a part of the VOC 2023. You will not want to choose this program if you completed this individual program as part of the VOC 2023. **
Learning Objectives:
• Learners will accurately describe and diagnose the signs and symptoms of athletes presenting at athletic events and/or emergency room settings with spine, neck, and head injuries.
• Learners will explore and appraise the use of current treatment options in the treatment of spine, head, and neck injuries.
• Learners will develop skills in safely treating injuries of the spine, head, and neck.
• Learners will improve understanding and effectively implement care for athletes with head, spine, and neck injuries by using current treatment methods and modalities.
• Learners will improve patient care and patient outcomes for spine, head, and neck injuries in athletes by using current treatment methods and modalities.
Accreditation Statement: This program is co-sponsored by the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) and the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of Oregon (OPSO). Both osteopathic associations are accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.
The program has been designated for a maximum of one (1) AOA Category 1-A credit(s) by the co-sponsors who have authorized the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons to report CME and specialty credits to the AOA commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in this activity.
MAOPS is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
MAOPS designates this conference for a maximum of one (1) AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Planning Disclosure: The Virtual CME Committee consisting of representatives from the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) and the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of Oregon (OPSO), has no relevant financial relationships with any organization producing, marketing, reselling, distributing health care goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients relative to the content of these presentations.
Osteopathic Grievance Policy: All grievances should be in writing and should specify the nature of the grievance. Initially, all grievances should be directed to MAOPS Executive Director, who will then forward said grievance to the Virtual CME Committee. All grievances will receive an initial response in writing within 30 days of receipt. If the participant does not receive a satisfactory response, they can then submit a complaint in writing to the Council on Continuing Medical Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.
| Handout - F8B) Dr. Tim Beals - Spinal Cord, Head, and Neck Injuries in Athletes - OPSO (2.11 MB) | 73 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Dr. Tim Beals is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip preservation and joint replacement of the hip, knee, and shoulder. He sees patients at Sports Medicine Oregon, in Tigard and Wilsonville, Oregon. Dr. Beals earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois in Champaign. He graduated with his medical degree from Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Beals completed his internship at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis, Oregon. He then completed his residency training in Orthopedic Surgery at The Hughston Clinic in Columbus, Georgia.
Dr. Beals recently completed his fellowship in Hip Preservation and Reconstruction at the world-renowned Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, where he trained under the mentorship of Dr. Philippon and Dr. Matta. They are the leading innovators in advanced hip arthroscopy, anterior hip replacement, and the surgical treatment of hip dysplasia. Dr. Beals is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
In addition to seeing patients at Sports Medicine Oregon, Dr. Beals is a team physician for the US Ski and Snowboard teams and previously provided medical care for professional ice hockey and indoor football, Division I and II athletics, and high schools.
Dr. Beals is originally from Chicago and is excited to bring his wife back to the Portland area, where she grew up. Dr. Beals enjoys hiking, snowboarding, playing ice hockey, and cooking in his free time.
Dr. Beals discloses that he has no relevant financial relationships with any organization producing, marketing, reselling, or distributing healthcare goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients relative to the content of this presentation.