Parking Information:
The designated lots are the metered spots in Lot R and Lot T : UWSPMap-jan-2021
While the actual lots do not have a street address, using these addresses in GPS will get you close enough to see the lots:
Lot R – 1015 Reserve Street, Stevens Point, WI 54481
Lot T – 2108 4th Avenue, Stevens Point, WI 54481
A parking permit will be included as a handout link in your registration confirmation email. Please print this permit and display it on your vehicle's dashboard during the conference.
Friday, November 4
Table for 2, Part 1: Setting the table for advanced Physical Therapist clinical reasoning in pain care
8 am - Noon
Day 1 will begin with an interactive exploration into the complexity of pain. This will transition into deeper exploration of modern models and tools for viewing persons in pain. Day 1 will culminate with review of Pain Mechanisms concepts as we lay groundwork for Day 2’s further foray into clinical lab tools for evaluation and reasoning of our patients with persistent pain.
Wesley Kurszewski, PT, earned his Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy in 2005, from the University of Minnesota. He has practiced outpatient orthopedics since, with experience and expertise towards treating persistent pain. He is a core founder and primary instructor of the Tomah VA Pain University, a collaborative multidisciplinary pain treatment program, since its inception in 2015. Pain University was selected as a national VA best practice in 2016 and has spread to and influenced multiple other VA sites. He currently practices at the VA in Wisconsin Rapids, and teaches pain education at Tomah, Wisconsin Rapids, as well as virtually via VA telehealth.
Becky Vogsland, PT, OCS, graduated from the University of Minnesota DPT program in 2007. Her clinical experience spans 15 years at the Minneapolis VAHCS as a Clinical Specialist in the areas of TBI/Polytrauma, and pain. Currently, Becky holds administrative roles at the Minneapolis VAHCS including Rehabilitation Director for the Rehab and Extended Care Service and Program Director for the Headache Center of Excellence. Becky has contributed to the body of healthcare knowledge through participation in clinical practice guideline development, in addition to grant funded research and publications. She enjoys engaging with the larger healthcare community through teaching with Evidence in Motion as well as invited presentations and workshops.
The Emotional Side of Wellness: How Perspective Influences Resilience, Performance, Motivation and Health
1 - 2:30 pm
We will begin by discussing broadly how mental health works, with an eye toward the relationship between specific perspectives or habitual ways of thinking and mood states. We will review how one develops depression, anxiety, reduced motivation or hopelessness and how that intersects with healthcare disciplines and their work. We will consider concepts like “resilience” and consider what might need to be in place for a person to be persevere through difficulty or when gains are only realized over long recovery timelines requiring patience and sustained effort. We will consider ways we might use psychological principles to build trust and then use our stronger rapport to improve patient outcomes. Finally, we will consider ways that we might be thoughtful and gracious toward ourselves as we work to be helpful to those who need care, considering where we do and do not have control over this process and outcome. Participants should leave this program with a better understanding of how mental health issues manifest as well as tactful strategies for influencing challenging patients or those with comorbid mental health needs.
Jason J. Siewert, PhD, is a Licensed Psychologist at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, where he provides assessment, diagnosis, and individual therapy to students. In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Siewert is responsible for all UWSP programming related to education & prevention around mental health and provides crisis management training to faculty, staff and students. Dr. Siewert’s clinical experience includes work in higher education, as well as roles at UW-Health, skilled nursing facilities, and a large private practice pain clinic in Illinois.
Review of Pain Mechanism Concepts; Setting the Stage for Day 2
3 - 5 pm
Wesley Kurszewski, PT, and Becky Vogsland, PT, OCS
Happy Hour
5:30 - 6:30 pm - North Central District sponsored Happy Hour at District 1 Brewing Company - 200 N. Division St.
Saturday, November 5
Table for 2, Part 2: Coming to the table with skills to examine and reason the neuroimmune system for advanced Physical Therapist clinical reasoning in pain care
8 am - 5 pm
Day 2 will begin with didactics and clinical lab to explore tools for physical examination of the neuroimmune system. The afternoon will commence with clinical case studies and engaging in group work to develop and enhance clinical reasoning skills for Physical Therapists treating persons with persistent pain problems.
Wesley Kurszewski, PT, earned his Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy in 2005, from the University of Minnesota. He has practiced outpatient orthopedics since, with experience and expertise towards treating persistent pain. He is a core founder and primary instructor of the Tomah VA Pain University, a collaborative multidisciplinary pain treatment program, since its inception in 2015. Pain University was selected as a national VA best practice in 2016 and has spread to and influenced multiple other VA sites. He currently practices at the VA in Wisconsin Rapids, and teaches pain education at Tomah, Wisconsin Rapids, as well as virtually via VA telehealth.
Robert Johnson PT, DPT, OCS, is Co-Owner of ACHIEVE Manual Physical Therapy in Chicago, IL. He is past –Chair of the Orthopedic Specialty Council of the ABPTS, serving on the committee for two consecutive terms from 1999-2007. He is a practicing clinician specializing in manual therapy, spinal dysfunction and pain management since graduating from Northwestern University in 1979. He is a former faculty member of Northwestern University Medical School. He is Senior lecturer for NOI US, teaching with David Butler/NOI in the area of neurobiology/pain science/clinical neurodynamics since 1999. He received his certification as a Therapeutic Pain Educator by EIM in 2016.
Bob continues to lead clinically relevant neuro-orthopedic/pain management seminars locally, nationally and internationally.
Registration includes parking pass (included as a handout link in your confirmation email), continental breakfasts, snacks and lunches
A room block has been reserved at the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites. Secure your overnight room no later than October 23, 2022 by calling 715/343-0522 and indicating you are attending the APTA Wisconsin Pain Conference.
Friday, November 4th : This lecture-based day will take place in Marshfield Clinic Champions Hall – Room 146. Marshfield Clinic Champions Hall (MCCH) is located on the North side of Fourth Avenue.
Saturday, November 5th : The lab-based day will begin in the Science Building – Room A113. We will then disperse attendees to one of the three labs that will be available. The Science Building is located on the South side of Fourth Avenue.
Registration received after October 29 will be subject to an additional $25 processing fee. No refunds will be given after October 29, 2022. All refunds will be issued after the completion of the conference.
