Kansas Academy of Physician Assistants Update - 2023 Heart of America CME (Virtual Option)

Prevention of chemotherapy induced cardiotoxicity through lifestyle and pharmacologic interventions Mitigation of adverse cardiovascular adaptations that occur with long-duration spaceflight Evaluation of the cardiovascular responses in clinical populations throughout disease progression and following lifestyle and pharmacologic interventions

Dr. Erin Buczek is dedicated to novel techniques and innovations in the treatment of head and neck endocrine (thyroid/parathyroid) diseases and head and neck tumors. This includes using leading-edge laryngeal monitoring techniques to maximize voice outcomes during thyroid surgery. She also provides in-office procedures, such as ultrasound-guided biopsies and radiofrequency ablation to diagnose and treat thyroid disease. Dr. Buczek (BOO-check) is committed to multidisciplinary, patient-centered care to maximize treatment, patient satisfaction and quality of life.

A native of Kansas City, Dr. Crawford returned to KU after a decade on the east coast. After completing medical school at the University of Kansas where he was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha and Gold Humanism Society, he moved to Baltimore to complete his general surgery residency at Johns Hopkins. This included two years of translational research under the direction of Dr. Bill Baumgartner, where he served as the Hugh R Sharp, Jr Endowed Cardiac Surgery Research Fellow. In his final year of general surgery residency, he was elected to serve as Administrative Chief Resident. He subsequently completed his Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania and spent an additional six months completing an advanced open and endovascular aortic fellowship under the direction of Dr. Joseph Bavaria. Dr. Crawford is board certified in general surgery and board eligible in cardiothoracic surgery. He is on the editorial board of the Annals of Thoracic Surgery. He has authored over 70 manuscripts in multiple peer-reviewed journals and presented his research on both the national and international stage. He is a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. Following the completion of his cardiac surgical training, Dr. Crawford joined the University of Kansas School of Medicine as Assistant Professor of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery. His clinical interests include bicuspid aortic valve disease, aortic valve repair, and aortic aneurysm. These passions are fueled by his personal experiences with a bicuspid aortic valve.

I have more than 10 years experience in journalism, public relations, marketing, public information, graphic design and project management. I pride myself on my acute attention to detail, ability to follow through and complete projects, and ability to collaborate with others to create consumable information for the target market. I have extensive experience with website management, email marketing, writing for the web and print, and creating strategic communication plans. I also have skills in photography, graphic design, publication layout and video editing.

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I am a Professor and Director of Assessment for the Department of Physician Assistant at Wichita State University. I have several years of clinical experience in outpatient indigent care, hospital, and long-term care settings. I teach pharmacology, evidence-based practice, and interprofessional teamwork courses to students in a variety of health disciplines. I try to energize students’ enthusiasm and passion for learning and try to give them the tools they need to be life-long learners who are able to use their knowledge to practice safely and effectively, while improving patient care. I love teaching because it allows me to learn right along side my students every day.

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A strong advocate for advancing the PA profession (with emphasis on the early-career PA), cultivating quality healthcare, and the pursuit of holistic, patient-focused, medical education. Director of Clinical Education, and Assistant Clinical Professor at Wichita State University’s Physician Associate program. Practicing Emergency Medicine PA with Vituity at Wichita Ascension Via Christi Emergency Departments. Completed Vituity’s EMPA Fellowship at Arrowhead Medical Center in Colton, California, along with a Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) degree at the University of Lynchburg.

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Dr. Bob Moser was appointed as the new Dean for the University of Kansas School of Medicine, Salina campus on May 1, 2019. Dr. Bob is a Family Physician with a Certificate of Added Qualification from the American Board of Family Medicine in Geriatrics. He served as Secretary of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment as well as the State Health Officer from January 2011 until December 2014. Dr. Moser’s undergraduate degree was from the KU School of Pharmacy.

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Senior Marketing and Product Management Leader with 25+ years of accomplishment growing category-leading brands in the health care, consumer package goods and hospitality industries. Energetic leader who establishes actionable strategies and a focused, positive and collaborative environment for growing value in meaningful ways that enrich the lives of customers, consumers and team members.

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► Current: Pediatric Optometrist at The University of Kansas Health System (September 2022-present) ► Pediatric Optometrist at Children's Wisconsin, and Assistant Professor, Medical College of Wisconsin (August 2017-September 2022) ► Completed residency at Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, MO (July 2016-June 2017)

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