This talk will describe common mistakes when interacting with the Deaf patient. We will also discuss strategies for avoiding these common pitfalls. Lastly, we will provide resources to learn some simple American Sign Language and for further information on service available at UR.

Presented by: Jason Rotoli, MD, Attending Physician, Emergency Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center; Elizabeth Butcher, Interpreter Services, University of Rochester Medical Center; Jennifer Stewardson, Human Subject Research Coordinator Deaf Health Research, University of Rochester Medical Center

All faculty, fellows, residents, students and staff are welcome!

A light lunch will be provided.

ACCREDITATION The University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  CERTIFICATION The University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  University of Rochester Medical Center, Center for Experiential Learning is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0005. 

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