Catastrophe Preparedness

with Frederick G. More, DDS, MS

Catastrophe Preparedness: What do you need and how do you get there?

 on Saturday, October 15, 2011

Catastrophe Preparedness:

Synopsis: a catastrophe exists any time our daily existence is disrupted and the structures we need for daily life are not available. It may range from the loss of power for a period of time to conditions where homes, family and professional life are substantially disrupted or destroyed. This course will explore the process for developing a personal plan and to create a curriculum to provide others with the information they need to develop a personal plan.

Objectives:

• Describe possibilities that qualify as a "catastrophe"

• Describe a "preparedness plan"?

• Consider elements of a curriculum to provide minimum competency

• Discuss the ethical implications of dental practices as a health care resource during a catastrophe

• Create a personal plan for "survival" in the event of a man-made or natural event

Dates & times:

Saturday, October 15, 2011 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Tuition : $90 staff & $125 dentist

* Early Tuition: $75 staff & $110 dentist

Credit : 3 hours

Location: OHSU School of Dentistry

Course : #DNEL101511

* Early tuition applied when registering one month prior to course

Faculty: Frederick G. More, DDS, MS, Professor, Department of Epidemiology and Health Promotion, New York University College of Dentistry. Dr. More has been part of an inter-professional team at NYU since the events in New York City on September 11, 2001. Since that time, NYU faculty members have educated every dental school class to consider creating a plan for their offices and their homes in the event of a catastrophe.