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In-Person Workshops

Vent Management When Using a No-Leak Valve Inline

Open to nursing, respiratory therapists (RT), speech-language pathologists (SLP), and any healthcare professional who works with this medically complex patient population.

Date: March 26, 12:30PM – 3:30PM EDT

Location:
Cooper Medical School at Rowan University
Main Auditorium
401 Broadway St
Camden, NJ 08102

Class Size: Space is limited and registrations will be accepted in the order received.

Overview

Are you ready to advance your expertise in managing Passy-Muir Valves for ventilated patients? This course empowers respiratory therapists and speech-language pathologists to confidently assess airway patency, apply and adjust Passy-Muir Valves in-line with mechanical ventilation, and troubleshoot real-world clinical challenges. Through practical guidance and interactive case-based learning, you’ll develop the skills needed to optimize patient outcomes and collaborate effectively within the care team.

Speakers


Gabriela Ortiz, RCP
Gabriela Ortiz earned her Respiratory Care Practitioner license in 2006 and brings a wealth of experience across the full spectrum of respiratory care, including acute, sub-acute, sleep therapy, and homecare settings. In her previous role as Respiratory Clinical Director and General Manager for a respiratory care provider, she oversaw all aspects of company operations, focusing on patient assessment and case management for adult and pediatric patient populations. She transitioned into clinical education and sales, specializing in critical care ventilation solutions for ICU and PICU environments in acute and sub-acute hospitals. She now offers comprehensive training, in-service programs, and clinical support for healthcare professionals. Gabriela is an invited speaker for educational institutions, state and national conferences, and the Better Breather’s Club and ALS support groups. She also contributes to the field by authoring clinical articles and white papers, including peer-reviewed, on topics such as ALS progression, neonatal tracheostomy, speaking valves, and respiratory care strategies. She is a full-time Clinical Specialist with Passy-Muir, Inc.

Disclosure:
Financial – Gabriela Ortiz is an employee of Passy Muir Inc.
Nonfinancial – Gabriela Ortiz has no non-financial disclosures to disclose.

Agenda

Agenda

12:30PM – 1:30PM Intro and overview of mechanical ventilation with Valve use
1:30PM – 2:30PM Case study review and discussion
2:30PM – 3:30PM Demonstrations

CEU Information

Continuing education credit offered for RTs, SLPs, and RNs. All others will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

ASHA

This workshop is offered for .3 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional area).

Application for continuing education credit has been made to AARC for 3 Contact Hours for CRCEs


 

Passy-Muir, Inc. has developed and patented a licensed technology trademarked as the Passy Muir® Tracheostomy and Ventilator Swallowing and Speaking Valve. This presentation will focus primarily on the bias-closed position Passy Muir Valve and will include little to no information on other speaking valves.

Registration / Cost

Space is limited and registrations will be accepted in the order received.

Registration: $10

Cancellation & Refund Policy: Passy-Muir, Inc reserves the right to cancel this workshop if an unforeseen issue should arise. If Passy-Muir cancels, we will provide a full refund.

No other refunds will be available due to the $10 cancellation processing fee that the system charges.

Assistance: All participants in Passy-Muir, Inc. Continuing Education Courses are entitled to an accessible, accommodating, and supportive teaching and learning environment. Please inform us of any specific needs so that we may assist you.

Questions: Please contact education@passymuir.com.

Parking

Participants can park in the Hospital Parking Garage for a fee. Please see the map below for reference. The parking garage and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University are highlighted in purple. More information on parking fees can be found here.

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