Medicolegal Death Scene Investigation Presenters Course Description Refund Policy This unique 3-day course covers fundamental topics of forensic pathology; examination and documentation of death scenes, evidence recognition, preservation and collection; and decedent identification. Participants will enhance their knowledge by investigating dynamic mock scenes. The mock scenes are interactive and require participants to role play. All requests for refunds must be made in writing by Wednesday, April 1, 2015. The registration fee minus a $50 processing fee will be refunded after the course. Learning Objectives After attending this course, participants will... • • • • • • • • • • Define types of death that must be reported to the Coroner or Medical Examiner in Ohio. Distinguish types of trauma and explain the mechanisms of injury. Understand basic concepts used to distinguish entrance from exit gunshot wounds and determine range of fire. Describe investigative information that is important to the determination of cause and manner of death in cases of asphyxia, drowning, environmental exposure, in-custody, sudden unexpected infant deaths, and intoxication. Recognize natural disease processes that present as violent or suspicious deaths. Distinguish early and late phase postmortem changes and identify variables used in the assessment of postmortem interval including limitations. List categories of decedent identification and describe methods and limitations. Recognize trace evidence that may be present on a body and apply procedures to preserve or collect evidence. Formulate a proper methodology for photographing a decedent and a death scene. Investigate a simulated death scene in accordance with national guidelines. Course Tuition The fee for this three day course is $165. Fee includes refreshments, lunches, course materials, and Continuing Education Credits. Target Audience This program provides basic training for Medicolegal Death Investigators, Coroners, Medical Examiners, Detectives, Crime Scene Investigators, Emergency Medical Service providers, and Firefighters. There are no prerequisites required for attendance. Continuing Education Credits Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office Thomas Gilson, MD, Medical Examiner Erica Armstrong, MD, Deputy Medical Examiner Cindie Carroll-Pankhurst, PhD, Medical Examiner Investigator David Dolinak, MD, Deputy Medical Examiner Scott Flynn, Forensic Scientist - Fingerprints Michelle Fox, Medical Examiner Investigator Mark Hansbrough, Medical Examiner Investigator Christopher Harris, Communication Specialist Hristina Lekova, MS, Forensic Scientist - DNA Curtiss Jones, MS, Forensic Scientist - Trace Evidence This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office. Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Andrea McCollom, MD, Deputy Medical Examiner Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Justin Wilson, Medical Examiner Investigator Class Size is Limited This course is limited to 24 students, with attendance by reservation only. Visit the course’s web page for the program schedule and other useful information. Register today. Scan with your smartphone to visit the course web page. Daniel Morgan, MS, Chief Investigator Mike Schaedler, Medical Examiner Investigator Joe Stopak, Manager of Morgue Operations Krista Timm, MD, Deputy Medical Examiner Amanda Wallace, Medical Examiner Investigator James Wentzel, Chief Forensic Photographer Medicolegal Death Scene Investigation April 20 – 22, 2015 Course Location and Lodging All classroom and mock scene instruction is held on-site at the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office located at 11001 Cedar Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106. No hotel group rate is available; however, two nearby hotels provide shuttle service. Ask for the Government Employee Rate. Courtyard ® by Marriott ® Cleveland University Circle Phone: (216) 791-5678 The Tudor Arms Hotel Cleveland – a DoubleTree by Hilton Phone: (216) 455-1260 For additional information, contact: Dan Morgan, Chief Investigator (216) 698-4089, [email protected] Cleveland Ohio, on the shores of Lake Erie, is filled with a wealth of cultural attractions, fine dining and ethnic restaurants, vibrant nightlife, and exciting sports teams. It’s a fun -- and affordable town to visit. Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, there’s plenty to see and do along the “North Coast.” Sandy Mitchell, Freelance Writer For a detailed list of nearby places to eat, events to see, and things to do during your April stay in University Circle visit the course’s web page. For more information about your time in Cleveland visit http://www.thisiscleveland.com/ Joe Stopak, Manager of Morgue Operations (216) 698-4241, [email protected] Presented by the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office and co-sponsored by Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office 11001 Cedar Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44106
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