Grand Rounds Calendar

July 3, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: NO GRAND ROUNDS

Presenter:

 

July 17, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Meditation as Medication

Presenter:

Wayne Martinsen, M.D., MSW, Psychiatrist- Dakota Family Services-Minot and Fargo, ND, Director of Psychiatric Services- Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch- Minot, Bismarck, and Fargo, ND, Psychiatrist- CAPH Program- Trinity Hospital, Minot, ND

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Define meditation
• Discuss the medical and psychological benefits of meditation.
• Recognize the pathways by which meditation works.
• Explain how meditation is implemented

* The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.

August 7, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Narrative Psychiatry: Transformational Healing Through Narrative Practice

Presenter:  Kasey Johnson, D.O., Presenter Third Year Resident and Bradley Lewis, M.D., Ph.D., Discussant, Psychotherapist and Psychiatrist, Associate Professor, Health Humanities and Cultural Studies, University, Gallatin School of Individualized Study; Affiliated Professor: Department of Psychiatry, Dept. of Social and Cultural Analysis, Bioethics Program, Center for Disabilities, New York University Psychiatric Consultant, SAFE Foundation Inc., Outpatient Treatment Program.

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Explain the influence of narrative medicine and narrative therapy on the emergence of narrative psychiatry
• Examine the role of narrative psychiatry in addressing the social determinants of mental health
• Discuss how to incorporate narrative psychiatry into clinical practice

August 21, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Cluster B Personality Traits – Borderline Personality Disorder

Presenter: Matthew Kramer, Ph.D., LP, Psychologist-Sanford Health, Moorhead, MN

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Identify components of cluster B personality and be able to note some differences between personality and other mental health constructs/disorders
• Discuss cluster B personality disorders, with particular focus on borderline personality disorder
• Define differences in various personality presentations

* The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.

September 4, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Occupational Therapy's Role in Mental Health: Integrative and Evidence-Based Approaches for Comprehensive Care

Presenter: Shannon Pfau, MAOT, OTR/L

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Discuss the Historical Role of Occupational Therapy in Mental Health
• Recognize the Importance of Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Care
• Identify Key Occupational Therapy Interventions and Evidence-Based Practices for Mental Health
• Promote the Inclusion of Occupational Therapists on Mental Health Treatment Teams

September 18, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Beyond the Pills: The Integration and Evidence for Lifestyle Interventions in Mental Health

Presenter: Jeremy Jones, D.O., Third Year Resident and Wayne Martinsen, M.D., MSW, Psychiatrist- Dakota Family Services-Minot and Fargo, ND; Director of Psychiatric Services- Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch- Minot, Bismarck, and Fargo, ND, Psychiatrist- CAPH Program- Trinity Hospital, Minot, ND

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Describe the six areas of focus for lifestyle medicine and discuss interface with mental health
• Discuss benefits of sleep regulation
• Review efficacy for dietary interventions in ADHD and depression
• Discuss utility of exercise and benefits for mood
• Review benefits of reduction in unhealthy habits including smoking and heavy alcohol use

* The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.

October 2, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title:  Evidence Based Treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Related Disorders

Presenter: Renae Reinardy, Psy.D., Licensed Psychologist, Director, Lakeside Center for Behavioral Change, PC, Project Developer, Courage Critter, LLC, BTTI Faculty, International OCD Foundation, Clinical Assistant Professor- UND School of Medicine, Fargo, ND.

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Describe the most common Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) subtypes
• Identify Obsessive Compulsive Related Disorders (OCRD)
• Provide information on evidence-based treatments of OCD and OC Related Disorders

October 16, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: I Quit Taking My Meds: Addressing the Side Effects that Lead to Non-Adherence

Presenter: Brandi Hoffart, M.D., Second Year Resident and Amer Ibrahim, M.D., Discussant, Clinical Associate Professor UND School of Medicine, Fargo, ND, Psychiatrist at Sanford Health, Fargo ND

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Describe the magnitude and impact of the issue of medication nonadherence among the psychiatric patient population
• Review the common side effects of the most frequently prescribed categories of psychotropic medications
• Discuss which side effects are most likely to lead patients to discontinue or be nonadherent to medications
• Outline options for addressing these side effects, including pharmacologic adjuncts, dose and schedule adjustments, and lifestyle interventions

* The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.

November 6, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Chasing the American Dream, and other Traumas: A Review of PTSD in U.S Immigrants

Presenter: Anh Nguyen, D.O., Presenter, Second Year Resident and Timothy Vo, M.D., Discussant, Clinical Assistant Professor UND School of Medicine- Fargo, ND

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Appreciate the prevalence of trauma and PTSD among populations of U.S immigrants
• Discuss the common pre-migration, migration, and post-migration stressors that foreign-born individuals coming to the United States face
• Define the cultural competence and how its utilization in behavioral healthcare practice improves outcomes for migrant patients

November 20, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Integrative Medicine: Bringing the Patient and Joy back to the Center of Mental Health

Presenter: Ronovan Ottenbacher, M.D., FACP, Deputy Chief Health Informatics Officer- Fargo VA Health Care System, UND Internal Medicine VA Site Director and Clinical Assistant Professor

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Review integrative medicine conceptually and improve understanding of how it applies to mental health
• Demonstrate communication techniques to make the patient the focus of medical care including shared goals for what matters to the patient and what they want their health for
• Discuss difference disease focused care vs patient centric care along the tenants of mission, aspiration, purpose and/or mind, body, spirit
• Develop skills and tools to efficiency gain this information and document in the EMR
• Discuss how acupuncture and specifically Battlefield acupuncture can be effective for pain reduction, mood improvement and smoking cessation

* The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.

December 4, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: A Comprehensive Overview of Chronic Subjective Tinnitus & Its Psychiatric Implications

Presenter: Cody Riggle, M.D., Second Year Resident and Michael Shinners, M.D., Otolaryngology Attending, Sanford Health Fargo, Otolaryngology Department Chair, Sanford Health Fargo

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Recognize the psychiatric implications of chronic subjective tinnitus.
• Compare the efficacy of various psychiatric medications in regards to treatment of chronic subjective tinnitus.
• List various treatment modalities for chronic subjective tinnitus

December 18, 2024

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Management of Alcohol Use Disorder 

Presenter:  Jennifer Brady, DO, Clinical Assistant Professor,, UND School of Medicine, Fargo ND; General & Addiction Psychiatrist, Psychiatry Consult-Liaison Service Sanford Health- Fargo, ND

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Define the primary and adjunctive pharmacotherapy for management of alcohol withdrawa
• Recognize medications available for long term management of alcohol use disorder
• Discuss psychotherapy options for alcohol use disorder

* The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.

January 1, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: NO GRAND ROUNDS-HOLIDAY

Presenter:

 Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

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January 15, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Autoimmune Encephalitis: Emerging Addition to Our Differential Diagnosis on the Confused” Patient

Presenter: Susan Scarberry, M.D., Medical Director of the Sanford ALS Coordinated Treatment Center, Medical Director, Sanford Health Multiple Sclerosis Center, Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology at UND School of Medicine and Jennifer Brady, D.O., Clinical Assistant Professor,, UND School of Medicine, Fargo ND. General & Addiction Psychiatrist, Psychiatry Consult-Liaison Service Sanford Health- Fargo, ND

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Outline the typical presentation of a patient with autoimmune encephalitis
• Describe the epidemiology and pathophysiology of autoimmune encephalitis
• Summarize the management considerations for patients with autoimmune encephalitis
• Discuss psychiatric differentials
• Summarize the management of agitation in autoimmune encephalitis

* The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.

February 5, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Kratom: Is it Diagnosable as a Substance Use Disorder?

Presenter: Savannah Seiter, M.D., Presenter, Second Year Resident and Jennifer Brady, D.O., Clinical Assistant Professor, UND School of Medicine, Fargo ND. General & Addiction Psychiatrist, Psychiatry Consult-Liaison Service, Sanford Health- Fargo, ND

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to: 

• Discuss the risks and benefits of kratom use
• Describe the symptomatology of kratom overdose and withdrawal
• Analyze the idea of kratom as a harm reduction technique
• Compare and contrast the concept of kratom as a substance use disorder with that of other substances such as caffeine and marijuana

February 19, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Review of the Roles of Psychiatry in the Care of Transgender and Gender Diverse Patients

Presenter: Danial Sturgill, Ph.D., Adult Psychologist at Sanford Health; Clinical Assistant Professor- UND School of Medicine

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Describe the importance of competent care for gender diverse patients in general psychiatric practice
• Review the history of psychiatry's attitudes towards gender diversity.
• Provide examples of how minority stress lens explains higher incidence of co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Review a model for identifying the most important needs for our gender diverse patients.

* The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.

March 5, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: A NAC for Treatment: Uses for N-Acetylcysteine in Psychiatry

Presenter:  Michael Solc, M.D., Presenter, Second Year Resident and Cindy Sondag, M.D., Discussant: Attending Psychiatrist Sanford Behavioral Health and Eating Disorders, Clinical Assistant Professor at UND School of Medicine, Fargo, ND

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Define mechanism of action and history of N-Acetylcysteine
• Recall approved uses for N-Acetylcysteine
• Discuss off-label uses for N-Acetylcysteine within the field of psychiatry and outline future direction
• Demonstrate the proper dosages for psychiatric conditions

March 19, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: LGBTQIA+ Endocrine Healthcare Practices

Presenter: Amanda Dahl, M.D., Pediatric Endocrinologist at Sanford Health: Fargo, ND, Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, UND School of Medicine; Fargo, ND Pediatrician: Locum provider at Lake Region Hospital, Fergus Falls, MN.

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Examine the historical hardships and milestones of the LGBTQIA+ community
• Define terms related to gender
• Analyze evidence-based standards of medical care for transgender individuals 
• Gather ways to bridge the medical gap for transgender individuals

* The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.

April 2, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Cannabis: Overview of History, Policy, and Implications for Public Health and Psychiatry 

Presenter: Joshua Wilke, M.D., Presenter, Second Year Resident and Jennifer Brady, D.O., Discussant, Clinical Assistant Professor, UND School of Medicine, Fargo ND. General & Addiction Psychiatrist, Psychiatry Consult-Liaison Service Sanford Health- Fargo, ND

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Recognize the Historical and Societal Evolution of Marijuana Policy
• Review evidence concerning the effects of cannabis on mental health
• Analyze the Impact of Cannabis Criminalization and Legalization Policies
• Discuss the Role of Psychiatrists in Navigating Marijuana Use and Policy Changes

April 16, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: Examining the Role of Health Equity in Healthcare Today

Presenter: Michael Burson, MSW, LICSW, LCSW

Fargo Region Health Equity and Experience Advisor at Sanford Health

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

• Define what Health Equity and Experience is
• Discuss what the benefits and challenges are to focusing on health equity in healthcare
• Addressing disparities on an institutional level

* The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.

May 7, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: 

Presenter:  

Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

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May 21, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: 

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Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

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* The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.

June 4, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: 

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Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

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June 18, 2025

12:10 - 1:10 p.m.
Location: Zoom
*CME

Title: 

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Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the learner will be able to:

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 The University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Special Needs: This conference is being held in an accessible facility. Persons needing accommodations or auxiliary aids should contact Teresa Klein at 701.293.4101 no later than six days prior to the conference.