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On-Demand Webinar

HDIVC21: Death Investigation—Unraveling the Mystery, Stephen D. Cohle, MD


Education:
All Education
CEC Category:
Clinical Medicine
Duration:
1 Hour 10 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video


Tags: HDIVC21


Description

WARNING - THIS SESSION'S PRESENTATION CONTAINS GRAPHIC PHOTOGRAPHS OF DEATH INVESTIGATIONS

Speaker

Stephen D. Cohle, MD      

Description

Forensic pathology can be defined as “a branch of medicine that applies the principles and knowledge of the medical sciences to problems in the field of law.” As a forensic pathologist in the State of Michigan, our speaker will explain the Michigan Medical Examiner system and identify cases that an ME must investigate. The presentation will illustrate the comprehensive approach required and the importance of medical record review in death investigations while reviewing a number of actual cases.

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CEC Policy

The 2021 Healthcare Documentation Integrity Virtual Conference (HDIVC21) has been approved for 12.5 CECs for the 4-day conference.  You will receive a certificate for each credit-worthy session once you have viewed 85% or more, whether live or on-demand after the conference.  If you are unable to attend the live sessions, the recordings will be available for 3 months following the conference.

FAQs

AHDI Virtual Conference FAQs

Q.  When is the virtual conference?
A.  The virtual conference will be held over 4 days, August 4-7, 2021. See schedule details here!

Q.  What will the price be for the virtual conference?
A.  See pricing information here.

Q.  Can I register for a single day or single session?
A.  Single days or single sessions are not available a la carte; however, your full registration gives you access to all sessions during the live event on August 4-7, 2021, as well as on-demand access for 3 months immediately following.


Q.  How do I attend a virtual conference?
A.  Enjoy the conference from any computer (PC or Mac), tablet, or smartphone using a link provided by AHDI. Click here for more information on minimum specs needed to view. We recommend the latest version of Google Chrome as your internet browser.


Q.  Will I need a webcam to participate?
A.  A webcam is not required for attendees. You will be able to see our speakers and presenters who will be using webcams.

Q.  What if I can’t make one of the live sessions?
A.  All sessions will be recorded and available to you for 3 months immediately following the event to view on-demand.

Q.  What if I have technical difficulty?
A.  Please see our technical FAQs here.  Live phone and email help desk support will be available throughout the conference in case you run into any technical issues.

Q.  How many continuing education credits will be available?
A.  We currently anticipate a total of 12.5 CECs.  Certificates will be available to print upon completion of each session.

Q.  How long is each session?
A.  Each session will last approximately 60 minutes.  Check out the Schedule at a Glance and Speaker Bios – both are being updated frequently!

Q.  Will I be able to ask the speakers and presenters questions?
A.  Absolutely!  During the live event, you will be able to post questions and/or comments to the speakers, presenters and attendees who have joined the session. Everyone joining live will be able to view and interact. This feature will not be available on the recording if viewing on-demand so do your best to join us live!

Q.  Will I be able to meet and interact with other attendees during the virtual conference?
A.  Absolutely!  Once registered, you’ll be able to communicate via the conference forum as well as via chat within each session at the designated social time. You will also see and meet new people during the social activities scheduled at the end of each day and meet with the exhibitors. 

Q. What are the social activities?
A. The social activities are live events held at the end of each day. Details for each are being finalized and we will make announcements along the way. You won’t want to miss them as they will include fun activities and prizes!

Q.  Can I participate with a group of friends?
A.  You are welcome to view the conference with a group, but we ask that each participant have their own registration. A participant of the group may contact AHDI with an attendance list for the CECs to be marked on the individual accounts.

Q.  I’m afraid I’ll miss the fun of not being face-to-face. What can I expect?
A.  We will still be coming to you live for our Integrity Awards Ceremony, AHDI leadership updates, and scheduled social activities!  We’re re-inventing fun!

Q.  Will there be sponsors and exhibitors participating in the virtual conference?
A.  Yes, we couldn’t make this possible without the support of our sponsors who are displayed before, during and after the event. You will also find our exhibitors on our website and on the Virtual Exhibitors tab within the platform. You will hear from them in-between sessions, with an option to connect with them further if you wish. If you or someone you know may be interested, please have them contact us at ahdi@ahdionline.org.

Q.  I still have questions, who should I contact?
A.  Please contact us at ahdi@ahdionline.org and we’d be happy to help answer any questions you have.