MCDS Dinner and Continuing Education with Dr. Tom Paumier

Another excellent continuing education opportunity (+ dinner) for Medina County Dental Society members and their staffs!

Doctors, hygienists, EFDAs, and assistants have the opportunity to earn 2 hours of Continuing Education while dining at Santo Suossos restaurant in Medina. In an engaging 2-part presentation, former ODA president Dr. Tom Paumier will be presenting updated information on the following topics:

1) Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Prosthetic Joint, Cardiac, and Other Medical Conditions

The topic of antibiotic prophylaxis, particularly related to patients with prosthetic joints, has been controversial with multiple changes and recommendations over the last 15 years. Are you confused about when it is necessary to use antibiotic prophylaxis for patients with prosthetic joints, cardiac valve replacements, kidney dialysis, AV shunts, transplant patients, and other medical conditions? This course will make you confident you are treating these patients appropriately. At the completion of the course you will:

• Understand oral bacteremia and the association with distant site infections.

• Understand how antibiotic prophylaxis affects oral bacteremia and distant site infections.

• Understand the biology and physiology of prosthetic joint infections and infective endocarditis.

• Understand the current Clinical Practice Guidelines for antibiotic prophylaxis.

• Understand the risks and benefits of antibiotic prophylaxis.

2) Antibiotic Stewardship and Appropriate Antibiotic Use for Odontogenic Infections

Antibiotics have improved health outcomes since the discovery of penicillin and its widespread use during WW II. However, their overuse and misuse has now threatened their effectiveness and led to superbug infections that are untreatable. This course will provide antibiotic stewardship guidance and cover the risks of inappropriate antibiotic use, including antibiotic resistance. It will also review the latest ADA Clinical Practice Guidelines related to when antibiotics are appropriate for patients with odontogenic infections. Prescribing recommendations as well as when and why antibiotics are indicated or not indicated will be covered.

All members are welcome.

6:00 PM - Cocktails & Fellowship (Cash Bar)

6:30 PM - Dinner

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM - Program (2 CE Hours - No Added Cost)

9:00 PM - Wrap-up

Dinner ($45 per person) includes house salad, bread and butter, entree, dessert, beverage, tax, and gratuity.

Choice of Entrée*:

Option 1: Chicken Suossos - Lightly breaded cutlet sautéed in olive oil with fresh baby spinach over red pepper linguini.

Option 2: Shallow Fried Walleye - Lightly breaded walleye filet pan sautéed, served with side of vermicelli with spinach and garlic.

Option 3: Veal Piccata - Flour dusted cutlets sautéed with shallots and capers in lemon white wine sauce served over bed of spaghetti.

Option 4: Fresh Salmon Filet - Grilled and served with house potatoes and fresh vegetables.

*If the menu choices do not meet the dietary needs of a guest, the chef will design something that will meet his/her needs. If this applies to you or a guest, please call MCDS President Dr. Sally Lauterjung directly at 330-607-2932 or email her at szlauterjung@gmail.com to make your reservation directy with her (rather than online).