1. health and fitness
2. disease
3. heart disease

Learn more about YoungStroke and the 2015 conference
at www.YoungStroke.org
Partnership Sponsor
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Endorsed by
YoungStroke 2015 aims to raise
awareness, increase knowledge and
share good practice about stroke in
young adults to improve patient
outcomes.
This activity has been planned and
implemented in accordance with the
Essential Areas and Policies of the
Accreditation Council for
Continuing Medical Education
through the joint providership of the
Florida AHEC Network and
YoungStroke. The Florida AHEC
Network is accredited by the Florida
Medical Association to provide
continuing medical education for
physicians.
This first-time, international event
features world-class expertise to
enhance clinical understanding.
Additionally, it provides a conduit
for discussion between healthcare
providers and young stroke
survivors and their caregivers in
both structured and informal
settings.
The Florida AHEC Network
designates this live activity for a
maximum of 10.75 AMA PRA
Category 1 Credits™. Physicians
should claim only the credit
commensurate with the extent of
their participation in the activity.
YoungStroke 2015 serves as a
catalyst for change in policy,
communities and the healthcare
system.
At the conclusion of this educational
activity, participants should be able
to:
 Distinguish needs of a young
The following presenters wish to
disclose: Dr. Byron Ford will discuss
Neuregulin-1 treatment for stroke,
which is currently in clinical trials
for heart failure. Dr. Edward Jauch
will discuss tPA use beyond current
FDA approval and has support from
Genentech. Dr. Preeti Raghavan is
the founder of Mirrored Motion
Works LLC. Dr. Nina Solenski is a
consultant for Specialists On Call.
stroke survivor from a geriatric
stroke survivor
 Describe emerging global
rehabilitative therapies which
benefit stroke patients under 65
 Describe international best
practices in young stroke care
Physicians, Physician Assistants,
Neurologists, Cardiologists,
Physical, Occupational and Speech
Therapists, Public Health
Administrators, Nurses, stroke
survivors, caregivers and other
allied health providers serving the
young stroke community.
The conference planners and other
presenters do not have any relevant
financial disclosures.
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Visit http://youngstroke.org/
aboutus/youngstroke-2015/ to learn
more and register.
The YoungStroke 2015 conference
will take place June 27-29 at the
Omni Jacksonville Hotel in
Jacksonville, Florida.
Depending on registration type, the
fee includes: tuition, Indigo Gala on
June 27th, Continental Breakfast &
Tapas Dinner Reception on June
28th, Continental Breakfast on June
29th, and CE/CME credit.
Physicians Premium
Education Package
Omni Jacksonville Hotel
245 Water Street
Jacksonville, FL
Guest rooms have been reserved for
conference attendees at a special
group rate of $125 per night, plus
tax.
$450
Make your reservation by calling
800-843-6664 and ask for the
YoungStroke group rate or book
online here.
Includes three-day conference access,
CME credit, Indigo Gala
Physicians Education Package $360
The Omni Jacksonville Hotel,
situated in the heart of downtown,
connects you with Jacksonville’s
most popular cultural and business
districts.
Includes Sunday & Monday
conference access, CME credit
Healthcare Professional
Premium Package
$375
Steps from the St. John’s Riverwalk,
this premier hotel pairs southern
hospitality with contemporary
luxury. Modern, elegant guest room
accommodations provide travelers
with the comforts of home. Relax
poolside with dramatic views of the
river and skyline or at the newly
renovated J Bar and Juliette’s.
Includes three-day conference access,
CE Credit, Indigo Gala
Healthcare Professional
Package
$305
Includes Sunday & Monday
conference access, CE Credit
With convenient access to Everbank
Field, Times Union Center,
Jacksonville Landing, and other
popular attractions, Omni
Jacksonville puts you in the midst of
the excitement of the River City.
Suwannee River Area Health
Education Center, Inc. is a Florida
Board of Clinical Social Work,
Marriage and Family Therapy and
Mental Health Counseling, Nursing,
and Pharmacy approved provider of
continuing education. CE Broker
Provider ID #50-1922.
Valet parking ($20) includes
unlimited in/out privileges.
This program meets the requirements for up to 12.0 contact hours.
City self-parking ($12) does not
include in/out privileges.
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CME/CE credit given for sessions with **
CE credit given for session with *
Noon - 5:00
12:50
1:00
1:45
2:25
3:25
4:15
6:00
6:30
8:10
9:00
Registration & Exhibit Hall Opens
Assistive Technology Exhibit Opens
Florida Assistive Technology Program
"Faces of Stroke" Welcome Ambassadors, Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital,
Welcome to JAX!
Jacksonville, FL
Amy Edmunds, YoungStroke;
Ken May, SC Arts Commission, CoSC Young Stroke Photography Project:
lumbia, SC; and Photographer Paul
Expressions of Health within the Gullah
Olsen, Coastal Carolina University,
Geechee Corridor
Conway, SC
Veronica Gerald, PhD, Coastal
Overview of Gullah Geechee Culture
Carolina University, Conway, SC
Vernita Dore, SC State Director of
Rural Development, US Department of
Our Health/Our Community
Argiculture, Columbia, SC
Documentary: Past, Present & Future of Ron Daise, Ken May, Veronica Gerald,
Gullah Geechee Community
Vernita Dore
Closing Remarks
Amy Edmunds
Pre-Gala Reception
Ron Daise, Emcee, Gullah Native, VP
for Creative Education, Brookgreen
Gardens, Murrells Inlet, SC
Indigo Gala
Keynote Cynthia Williams, PhD, Gullah
Descendent, Winston-Salem State
University, Winston-Salem, NC
Ballots & Desserts
Sam Cook, Emcee
The Late Show, featuring winners of
Sam Cook, Emcee, and Toni Hickman
Inspirational Vocal Competition
6:00 a.m.
Run, Walk & Roll
7:00
7:00
Registration & Exhibits
Continental Breakfast
8:00
Avi Golden, Survivor Volunteer,
Moderator: Nina Solenski, MD, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
Panel Members:
-Sheldon Herring, PhD, Roger C.
Peace Rehabilitation Hospital,
Greenville, SC
-David Miller, MD, Mayo Clinic,
Jacksonville, FL
-Willae Ivory, Survivor, Atlanta, GA
-Byron Ford, PhD, Morehouse School
of Medicine, Atlanta, GA
-Preeti Raghavan, MD, Rusk
Rehabilitation, New York, NY
-Carol McKeegan- Survivor, Silver
Spring, MD
Panel: State of Young Stroke in
America **
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CME/CE credit given for sessions with **
CE credit given for session with *
8:55 a.m.
9:25
Challenges of Comparative Effectiveness
Research in Young Stroke **
Is Stroke Preventable in Young
Women? **
Souvik Sen, MD, University of South
Carolina, Columbia, SC
Cheryl Bushnell, MD, Wake Forest
Baptist Health, Winston-Salem, NC
Adiodun Akinwuntan, PhD, Georgia
Regents University, Augusta, GA
10:05
Driving After Stroke **
10:35
Break
Global Stroke Guidelines and Action Plan: Patrice Lindsay, Heart and Stroke
Implications for Younger Strokes **
Foundation of Canada
Christopher McKevitt, PhD, Kings
Long Term Needs After Stroke **
College, London, United Kingdom
Audience Needs Survey
Amy Edmunds, YoungStroke
Lunch on your own
Survivor & Caregiver Luncheon
River Cruise
Appreciation Luncheon
Amy Edmunds, YoungStroke
Concurrent Sessions
Cervical Artery Dissection: A Common
Andrew Southerland, MD, University of
and Poorly Understood Cause of Stroke
Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
in Young Adults **
SIFAP Study Update: The European
Bo Norrving, MD, World Stroke
Study of Stroke Among Fabry Patients
Organization
Cognitive Rehabilitation: State of
Sheldon Herring, PhD, Roger C. Peace
the Art? **
Rehabilitation Hospital, Greenville, SC
Patient Involvement in Research and
Christopher McKevitt, PhD, Kings
Service Development: Lessons from
College, London, United Kingdom
England *
Break
Concurrent Sessions
Preeti Raghavan, MD, Rusk
Music Therapy **
Rehabilitation Hospital, New York, NY
Exploring the Possibilities: Community
Monair McGregor, PhD, American
Based Participatory Research **
Cancer Society, Raleigh, NC
Carol Keegan, PhD, Young Stroke
Be Visible: Become a PCORI Reviewer
Survivor, Silver Spring, MD
Benjamin Eidelman, MD, Mayo Clinic,
Cerebral Venous Thrombosis **
Jacksonville, FL
Cheryl Bushnell, Wake Baptist Health,
Oral Contraceptives **
Winston-Salem, NC
Break
Concurrent Sessions
Movie Matinee: The Diving Bell &
The Butterfly
Be Visible: Telemedicine &
Nina Solenski, MD, University of
Telerehabilitation Advocacy 101 **
Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
AHA/ASA Online Patient Support &
Katie Seay & Stephanie Mohl,
Advocacy
American Heart/Stroke Association
10:45
11:15
11:45
12:15 p.m.
12:15 – 3:00
12:15 - 1:15
1:30
2:15
2:30
3:15
3:30
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CME/CE credit given for sessions with **
CE credit given for session with *
3:30 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions, continued
8:45
9:00 – 11:00
Art Therapy: Because of Something Bad Kim Bridges, Roger C. Peace
to Something Good to Something Great * Rehabilitation Hospital
Jennifaye V. Brown, PhD, PT, NCS,
Walking Function After a Young Stroke * JVB Physical Therapy Services, Inc.,
Charleston, SC
Family History and Risks Associated with James Meschia, MD, Mayo Clinic,
Stroke in Young Adults **
Jacksonville, FL
Break
Concurrent Sessions
Souvik Sen, MD, University of South
Be Visible: Identify Knowledge Gaps
Carolina, Columbia, SC
Movie Matinee, continued and
Jackie Hinckley, PhD, Hope for
Aphasia
Discussion Group
Reflective Journaling as a Research
Carol Keegan, PhD, Young Stroke
Tool *
Survivor, Silver Spring, MD
Book Discussion: The Diving Bell &
Harriet J. Manis, Caregiver Volunteer,
The Butterfly
Orlando, Florida
Post-Stroke Attire for Young Stroke
Jennifaye V. Brown, PhD, PT, NCS,
Physical and Social Activities: Making
JVB Physical Therapy Services, inc.,
AFOs that Look & Fit Good for Function * Charleston, SC
Post-Stroke Fatigue: Low Recognition, Patrice Lindsay, Heart and Stroke
High Impact **
Foundation of Canada
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital,
Adaptive Sport Gym
Jacksonville, FL
Tapas Dinner Reception
Neuroprotection by Neuregulin-1
Bryon Ford, PhD, Morehouse School
Following Stroke **
of Medicine, Atlanta, GA
Personalized Rehabilitation for PostPreeti Raghavan, MD, Rusk
Stroke Relearning **
Rehabilitation Hospital, New York, NY
Technologic Advances in Endovascular
Benjamin Brown, MD, Mayo Clinic,
Treatment of Stroke and Cerebral
Jacksonville, FL
Aneurysms **
Audience Q & A **
Motown Dance Party
6:00 a.m.
Run, Walk & Roll
4:15
4:30-5:15
6:00-9:00
6:00 – 7:00
7:15
7:45
8:15
7:00
7:00
8:00
8:25
Avi Golden, Survivor Volunteer,
New York, NY
Continental Breakfast: Enhance Stroke Rhonda Felice, Brooks Rehabilitation
Programs for QOL
Hospital, Jacksonville, FL
Registration & Exhibits
HEALS-Hypertension Control Program Sunita Dodani, MD, University of
for African American Churches **
Florida, Jacksonville, FL
Thaddeus Bell, MD, Closing the Gap
Culturally-Tailored Health Tips for Radio
in Health Care, Inc., North Charleston,
and Television **
SC
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CME/CE credit given for sessions with **
CE credit given for session with *
9:15
9:25
STEPS to a Healthier Heart: A Heart
Healthy Initiative Designed to Educate,
Engage & Empower **
Audience Q & A**
Survivor Recognition
9:30
Group Best Practice: RVA Aphasia
8:50 a.m.
Program Best Practice: The West End
Co-Op: Community Re-entry Through
Leisure, Volunteer and Therapeutic Work
Activities *
Caregiver Recognition
Role of Emergency Medicine in
Community Stroke Care **
Audience Q & A**
Special Performance
Keynote Introduction
10:00
10:40
10:50
11:20
11:30
11:40
Cynthia Williams, PhD, Winston-Salem
State University, Winston-Salem, NC
Amy Edmunds, YoungStroke
Jan Thomas, JD, Young Stroke
Survivor and Group Leader, RVA
Aphasia, Richmond, Virginia
Sheldon Herring, PhD, Roger C.
Peace Rehabilitation Hospital,
Greenville, SC
Amy Edmunds, YoungStroke
Ed Jauch, MD, MS, Medical University
of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
Ron Daise
Amy Edmunds, YoungStroke
11:45
Distinguished Keynote: Stroke in the
Young, A Global Perspective **
Bo Norrving, MD, World Stroke
Organization
12:20 p.m.
12:30
Be Visible for Community Change
Adjourn
Amy Edmunds, YoungStroke
Agenda is subject to speaker availability and may change to ensure course objectives.
Bo Norrving, MD
World Stroke Organization
Immediate-Past President
2014 Karolinaka Award &
Leadership in Stroke
Medicine Award
Christopher McKevitt, PhD
King's College London
Professor of Social Sciences
& Health
Patrice Lindsay, RN, PhD
Heart and Stroke
Foundation of Canada
Performance and Standards
Specialist
Bo Norrving
Monday, June 29
Abiodun Akinwuntan
Thaddeus J. Bell
Benjamin Brown
Cynthia Williams Brown
Jennifaye V. Brown
Cheryl Bushnell
Sunita Dodani
Benjamin Eidelman
Bryon Ford
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Sheldon Herring
Carol Keegan
Monair McGregor
James Meschia
David Miller
Preeti Raghavan
Souvik Sen
Nina Solenksi
Andrew Southerland
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events under $100. “No shows” are
subject to the full event fee.
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at any time without additional
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cancellations received up to two
weeks prior to the event start date.
Cancellations and substitution
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weeks prior to the event start date
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case basis and cannot be guaranteed.
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