Footsteps to Excellence: Innovations in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery

Saturday, January 25, 2025

January, 2025 marks the 47th year that the Illinois Podiatric Medical Students’ Association (IPMSA) has organized this annual continuing education activity and the fifth year that it will be held virtually. The Midwinter Seminar supports student activities at Scholl College and allows for numerous scholarship opportunities. By attending, you support the student’s efforts and 100% of the proceeds go to the IPMSA.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the

standards and requirements for approval of providers of continuing education in podiatric medicine through a joint provider agreement between Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine and Illinois Podiatric Medical Students’ Association.

Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine and has approved this activity for a maximum of 8.5* continuing education contact hours.

*Continuing education credit hours are based on the lecture time and attendance. Scholl College reserves the right to make changes to the program as necessitated by illness, emergency, or virtual connections issues which may reduce the amount of approved continuing education credit hours.

47th Annual Midwinter Confirmed Speakers

Please note that the lecture schedule is subject to change up until the seminar takes place.

Dr. Zeeshan Husain - Emphasizing The Urgency Of Soft Tissue Infections & Principles in the Management of Infection With Hardware

Dr. John Steinberg - Amputation vs Salvage in the Diabetic Foot

Dr. Patrick DeHeer - 1st MPJ Arthrodesis: The GOAT Foot Surgical Procedure

Dr. Beth Gusenoff, Co-presenting - Evidence-Based Medicine - Research & Innovations with Fat Pad Restoration for Various Pathologies

Dr. Jeff Gusenoff, Co-presenting - Evidence-Based Medicine - Research & Innovations with Fat Pad Restoration for Various Pathologies

Dr. Priya Parathsarathy - Regenerative Medicine in the Foot and Ankle

Dr. Lauren Schnack - Saphenous and Superficial Peroneal Nerve Variations

Dr. Bela Pandit - Spots and Dots:Diagnoses,Techniques and Latest Treatments in Skin Lesions

Dr. Brian Schmidt - Emerging Science in Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Dr. Allen Kempf - Association of Demographic Characteristics and Laboratory Values in Diabetic Foot Infections Leading to Lower-Extremity Amputation

Dr. Collin Pehde - The Importance of Podiatric Care in Patients with Diabetes and End Stage Renal Disease

Dr. Michael Theodoulou - Management Considerations of Lower Extremity Osteomyelitis

Dr. Daniel Hall IV - Surgical Management and Overview of the 1st Ray Deformity

Dr. Edwin Harris - Clinical Evaluation of the Intoeing Child

Dr. Deep Shah - Clinical Features, diagnosis and management of restless leg syndrome and limb movement disorder in adults

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FAQ

How much does it cost to attend the Midwinter Seminar? 

$150 Regular (On or before Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 11:59 PM cst)

$200 Late Registration (January 23-24, 2025*)

*Registration closes at 5:00 PM cst on Friday, January 24, 2025.

When does registration open?

Registration opens Monday, September 16, 2024 and closes at 5:00 PM cst on Friday, January 24, 2025.

I am a podiatry resident; do I get a discount?

Podiatry residents should contact Kimberly Young at scholl.ce@rosalindfranklin.edu.

How many CECH’s will I earn?

Attendees may earn up to 8.5 continuing education credit hours and based on lecture time and attendance. Scholl College reserves the right to make changes to the program as necessitated by illness, emergency, or virtual connections issues which may reduce the amount of approved continuing education credit hours.

How many speakers are there?

Historically there have been 12-14 speakers.

Is this a virtual or in person conference?

The seminar will be held virtually on Saturday, January 25, 2025 via the Zoom platform, Central Standard Time. 

How will I sign in for attendance?

Approximately 1 week prior to the seminar, you will receive an email from Scholl College with information on how to register with Zoom. There are two sessions that have required log-in times. In the morning and the afternoon. Zoom records and provides a detailed list of attendee’s time of log-in, log-out, and the total time in attendance for all sessions. Attendees must be sure to register with Zoom using their first and last names, and email used at time of payment. The conference will be held in Central Standard Time

What is the schedule?

The seminar is planned to be held between 8am – 5:00pm CENTRAL STANDARD TIME. The seminar schedule will be posted when all topics and speakers are confirmed. Scholl College reserves the right to make changes to the program as necessitated by illness, emergency, or virtual connections issues which may reduce the amount of approved continuing education credit hours.

How will I receive my CME certificate?

Your certificate will be sent via email within 2 weeks of the seminar to the email address that you used for registration and payment. Additionally, your license number and mailing address is included on your certificate. 

Cancellations and Refunds

Refunds and cancellations are subject to a $35 processing fee. Scholl College reserves the right to make changes to the program as necessitated by illness or emergency. Please contact Kimberly Young at scholl.ce@rosalindfranklin.edu.

Disability Accommodation Requests

Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine is dedicated to making all its programs and activities accessible for individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to attend or participate in a continuing education activity provided by Dr. William. M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, please contact Kimberly Young at scholl.ce@rosalindfranklin.edu at least 72-hours prior to the event.