MEDA’s 24
th
National Conference
Moving Forward with MEDA: Catalyzing Change in Eating Disorder Treatment
MEDA’s 24
th
National Conference will take place on
April 12-13, 2019 at The Marriott Newton
. MEDA welcomes proposals from clinicians, researchers, educators, advocates, and all other interested persons. The 2019 MEDA Conference will explore in detail the most recent knowledge related to the field of eating disorders. We seek cutting edge treatment approaches. More specifically, the conference will focus upon bringing together the newest and most creative approaches to treatment and applying them with flexibility to those who are struggling.
1)
MEDICAL
a.
Risks and complications associated with Bariatric surgeries
b.
Latest updates and information related to psychopharmacology and eating disorder treatment
c.
Non-traditional medical treatment modalities
d.
Medical complications as a result of an eating disorder
2) PSYCHOLOGICAL
a.
Binge Eating Disorder
b.
Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
c.
Autism Spectrum Disorder
d.
Sensory Integration
e.
Attachment Disorders
f.
Personality Disorders
g.
Internal Family Systems/Family Systems
h.
Non-traditional treatments
(e.g. art, music)
i.
Gender
j.
Adoption
k.
Sexuality
l.
Addictions (gambling, shopping, sex, electronic, etc.)
m.
Comorbid mental illness
i.
Trauma
3)
NUTRITIONAL
a.
Diet fads (Keto, Whole 30, Paleo, “clean eating”, gluten- free, all-organic, raw, etc.)
b.
Intuitive Eating
c.
Working with clients with strict dietary restrictions or food allergies (celiac, diabetes, veganism, macrobiotic)
4)
SOCIAL/CULTURAL
a.
Males and eating disorders
b.
Insurance (barriers, guardianship, patient’s rights)
c.
Size activism, weight stigma, Health at Every Size
d.
Gender identity and eating disorders
e.
The role of culture/ethnicity
f.
Relationships with parents, partners, families
Keynotes will be
1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours
in length and workshops will be
1 hour and 15 minutes
in length, which includes 10-15 minutes for questions. Expect to present in front of an audience of 70 to 100 people. Presenters will receive complementary admission for both days.
Additional compensation is not available
. All speakers will be expected to adhere to the Conference Code of Ethics. To apply to present at the conference, complete the required application form and return it to
[email protected]
by
September 28, 2018.
Applicants will be notified by
November 2, 2018
concerning the status of their proposal. Please circulate this call for proposals to interested colleagues!
Presenter Application
A headshot and the most recent copy of your CV/resume are required with each application
*Required field
1.)
*
Name:
2.) Credentials:
3.) License #:
4.) State(s) licensed:
5.) Mailing Address:
6.)
*
Phone:
7.)
*
Email Address
:
8.) Current Position/Title:
9.) Relevant Experience/Qualifications (3-5 sentences)
10.) Bio Sketch (as you would like to appear in Conference Program.)
Please keep to 3-5 sentences. MEDA maintains the right to modify biographies that exceed the expected length.
11.) Title of workshop
12.) Description of workshop (3-5 sentences)
13.) Target Audience
☐ Academic ☐ Clinical ☐ General
14.) Suggestion Line (i.e. “Great for new clinicians”)
15.)
Teaching method(s) specific to this workshop (please check all that apply):
☐ Lecture ☐ Powerpoint ☐ Small Groups ☐ Case Presentation
☐ Interactive ☐ Discussion
☐ Other _____________
16.)
*
At least 3 OBJECTIVES/anticipated outcomes of presentation (must include
specific measurable actions
that learners will achieve as a result of attending the session)
-1
-2
-3
17.)
Audiovisual Needs: (
Please note that our AV budget is pre-determined. You are welcome to submit alternate requests but we cannot guarantee them.
)
☐ LCD Projector ☐ Laptop ☐ Audio (for video clips)
☐
Paper Flip Chart ☐ Other _____________
18.)
Have you presented this workshop before?
☐ No ☐ Yes If yes, where?
19.)
*
Bibliography (please list 3-5 references (books, articles, etc.) used to prepare presentation
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
20.) The following materials are
required
with each application:
☐ The most recent copy of your resume or CV
☐ A headshot
Conference Code of Ethics:
The MEDA Conference attracts around 300 people annually. A majority of the conference attendees are clinically savvy and enjoy presentations that challenge them academically and emotionally. Your presentation will work best if it is:
- Personal – Speak from your past experiences as a professional (whether academic or clinical). Present as your authentic self!
- Interactive – Attendees enjoy collaboration and appreciate the opportunity to engage with the content being presented. Feel free to explore varying mediums such as: PowerPoint, Prezi, didactic, role play, experiential, case studies.
- Organized – Conference attendees value thoughtful preparation. We encourage you to stay within the scope of your objectives to provide in-depth content and engage with your audience.
- Honest – Conference attendees appreciate authentic self-expression from presenters. Please feel free to share personal experiences related to your presentation.
- Clear and Concise – Please be aware of your designated presentation length and include time at the end for any questions or comments. We want to ensure that the conference timeline runs according to schedule.
Please remember that if you have been selected to present you are held to an expectation that prohibits advertisement of any program or product that you may be affiliated with professionally or personally. In compliance with the process to obtain continuing education credits, MEDA and all presenters must maintain confidentiality and exclude all commercial bias.
Thank you for your commitment to continuing education!
