"Best Care Practices in the Geriatrics Continuum 2012"
is the annual conference which is joint-sponsored by the
Florida Medical Directors Association and
the American Medical Directors Association.

NEWS! The Florida Chapters of Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association Joins Best Care Practices in the Geriatrics Continuum. Click here for more information.

The Florida Medical Directors Association (FMDA) is the official state chapter of the American Medical Directors Association and a Specialty Society of the Florida Medical Association. It is based in West Palm Beach, Florida. FMDA represents nearly 250 medical directors, attending physicians, physician assistants, and advanced registered nurse practitioners in Florida’s postacute care continuum including subacute care, hospice, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities, as well as in continuing care retirement communities. The mission of FMDA is to promote the highest quality care as patients’ transition through the long term care continuum. FMDA is dedicated to providing leadership, professional education and advocacy for the inter-professional team.

Florida Chapter – American College of Health Care Administrators (FL-ACHCA) Founded in 1962, ACHCA is a non-profit national professional membership association which provides superior educational programming, professional certification, and career development opportunities for its members. Guided by the vision that dynamic leadership forges long-term health care services that are desired, meaningful, successful, and efficient, ACHCA identifies, recognizes, and supports long term care leaders, advocating for their mission and promoting excellence in their profession.

Florida Geriatrics Society (FGS) FGS is a not-for-profit state organization with interest in scientific, educational and academic activities to the entire geriatric care team, who can render optimal care for older adults. In addition to this winter meeting, FGS holds an annual medical convention to provide both CME and CEU credits for physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, psychologists and social workers. Members of the Board of Directors of FGS hold representation from all the medical schools in the state of Florida. It encourages in‐training fellows, residents, and medical students’ participation. FGS is also a Specialty Society of the Florida Medical Association.

Florida Chapters - Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (FL-GAPNA).  GAPNA was founded in 1981, by a small group of GNPs with the intention of offering the first continuing education conferences designed specifically to meet the needs of advanced practice nurses. Currently, GAPNA represents nearly 10,000 certified advanced practice nurses who work with older adults in a wide variety of practice settings. GAPNA is the organization of choice for advanced practice nurses who want to pursue continuing education in gerontological care and who seek peer support from experienced clinicians. The FL-GAPNA Chapter and the Florida Gulf Coast Chapters both operate in the state of Florida.

National Association Directors of Nursing Administration (NADONA) Since 1986, NADONA has been the leading advocate and educational organization for DONs, ADONs and RNs in Long-Term Care (LTC). NADONA/LTC was founded by dedicated LTC professionals, and its board of trustees still consists of LTC professionals. NADONA understands daily challenges, and are here to provide nurses with the tools they need for professional success.

 

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"Best Care Practices in
the Geriatrics Continuum 2012"
 

For More Information, Contact Ian Cordes
200 Butler Street, Suite 305
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Tel: 561-659-5581
Fax: 561-659-1291 

"Best Care Practices in the Geriatrics Continuum 2012"
is the annual conference which is joint-sponsored by the
Florida Medical Directors Association and
the American Medical Directors Association.