We are excited to announce Dr. Audrey Paul from NYU Long Island School of Medicine, will be presenting to the staff of Professional Physical Therapy.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1. The participant will be able to demonstrate an understanding of how to define and diagnose concussion. 2. The participant should be able to identify and recognize concussion and more serious traumatic brain injury. 3. The participant should be able to describe different subtypes of concussion as well as the newest guidelines on concussion. 4. Identify the pros and cons of baseline testing and early return to sport and activity.

SPEAKER BIO:

Dr. Audrey Paul is a recognized expert in concussion diagnosis and management. She received her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from Harvard College, and completed her medical and residency training at the Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in NYC. She completed her fellowship training in pediatric emergency medicine at Columbia Presbyterian and is double-boarded in pediatrics and pediatric emergency medicine. Dr. Paul was the alternate chancellor for the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) Pediatric Emergency Medicine Committee, practices pediatric emergency medicine at NYU Winthop and is the founder and director of Advanced Concussion Solutions LLC in New York and Connecticut. She lives in Westport, CT with her husband and two children, both of whom play ice hockey.