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10th Annual Stroke & Endovascular Symposium for EMS and Nursing Professionals

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Add to Calendar 10th Annual Stroke & Endovascular Symposium for EMS and Nursing Professionals 9/16/2026 7:30:00 AM 9/16/2026 2:00:00 PM America/New_York For More Details: https://cooperhealth.cloud-cme.com/Stroke&EndoSymposium2026 Description: Experience engaging sessions that are designed to improve knowledge and competencies in stroke recognition, pre-hospital triage, and acute post-endovascular care.Parking InformationParking is in the Hippo and Penguin lots located directly across from the Aquarium.Once you have parked, pull a ticket from the parking kiosk at entry. Please be sure to keep this ticket so the CME Department can validate yo... Adventure Aquarium false MM/DD/YYYY


Date & Location
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM, Adventure Aquarium, Camden, NJ

Credits
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (5.00 hours), Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit (5.00 hours), NJ OEMS for BLS and ALS providers (5.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (5.00 hours), Nursing and Advance Practice Providers (Nursing) (5.00 hours)

Overview

Experience engaging sessions that are designed to improve knowledge and competencies in stroke recognition, pre-hospital triage, and acute post-endovascular care.

Parking Information

Parking is in the Hippo and Penguin lots located directly across from the Aquarium. 

Once you have parked, pull a ticket from the parking kiosk at entry. Please be sure to keep this ticket so the CME Department can validate your ticket.

The full Aquarium map can be viewed at: https://www.adventureaquarium.com/explore/map/ 


Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, learners will be able to:


  1. Demonstrate improved knowledge and competency of evidence-based practices in stroke recognition (utilization of the RACE scale), prehospital triage (prenotification), and acute and post-endovascular care to improve care coordination, reduce treatment delays, and enhance patient outcomes across the stroke continuum.

Accreditation

In support of improving patient care, The Cooper Health System is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.


Additional Information

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received in writing no less than 20 days before the course will be refunded, less a 20% administrative fee.  No refunds will be made on cancellations received after that date.  Please send cancellation requests to [email protected].

The Cooper Health System reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
 
The Cooper Health System is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the Department of CME at [email protected].


The Cooper Health System adheres to ACCME Criteria, Standards and Policies as adopted by Joint Accredited providers regarding industry support of continuing medical education.  Disclosure of faculty and their commercial relationships will be made prior to the activity.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

The Cooper Health System adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education as adopted for Joint Accreditation providers.  Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, or others are required to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible companies (commercial interests) within the prior 24 months.  All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Member Information
Role in activity
Nature of Relationship(s) / Name of Ineligible Company(s)
Jessica Abreu, BSN, RN, CEN
Faculty
Kathrina Chapman, RN, CCRN
Cooper University Health Care
Faculty
Lauren Duffy, BSN, RN
Faculty
Jonathan Foster, BSN, RN
Faculty
Christina Hennelly, BSN, RN
Faculty
Taryn Hester, BSN, CMSRN, SCRN
Ms.
Cooper University Health Care
Swedesboro, NJ
Faculty
Faculty Photos
Tudor G. Jovin, MD
Chief
Cooper University Health Care
Camden, NJ
Faculty
Faculty Photos
Jane Khalife, MD, MS
Neurovascular and Interventional Neurologist
Cooper University Health Care
Camden, NJ
Faculty
Alexander Adam Kuc, MD, FAEMS, FAAEM
Cooper University Health Care
Camden, NJ
Faculty
Patrick McIlhenney, BGS, MICP, NRP, NJEMT-I
Faculty
Faculty Photos
Jennifer R Milillo, MD, FAAP
Cooper University Health Care
Camden, NJ
Faculty
Faculty Photos
Pratit D. Patel, MD
Vascular and Interventional Neurologist
Cooper Neurological Institute
Camden, NJ
Faculty
Thomas Powell, RT
Mr.
Cooper University Health Care
Swedesboro, NJ
Faculty
Todd Rapczynski, NREMT-P, CCEMT-P
EMS Outreach Manager
Cooper University Health Care
Woolwich, NJ
Faculty
James Richards, NREMT-P
Faculty
Faculty Photos
Hermann C. Schumacher, MD
Director, Comprehensive Stroke Center
Cooper University Health Care
Camden, NJ
Faculty
Faculty Photos
Hamza A. Shaikh, MD
Co-Director, Neurointerventional Surgery
Cooper Neurological Institute
Camden, NJ
Faculty
Marykate Tuscai, BSN, RN
Faculty

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Registration and Breakfast
7:30AM - 7:55AM

Welcome
7:55AM - 8:10AM
Hermann C. Schumacher, MD

Improving Outcomes: Updates in Pre-Hospital Stroke Care
8:10AM - 8:35AM
Hermann C. Schumacher, MD


Objectives:
  • Identify current evidence-based prehospital stroke assessment and triage strategies that improve timely access to definitive stroke care.
  • Describe recent advances in prehospital stroke management and their impact on patient outcomes and treatment timelines.
Stroke in the Pediatric Population
8:35AM - 9:00AM
Jennifer R Milillo, MD, FAAP


Objectives:
  • Recognize the unique signs, symptoms, and risk factors associated with stroke in pediatric patients.

  • Differentiate pediatric stroke presentations from common stroke mimics to facilitate timely diagnosis and treatment.

Being a Great EMS Mentor
9:00AM - 9:25AM
Patrick McIlhenney, BGS, MICP, NRP, NJEMT-I


Objectives:
  • Describe the key attributes of effective EMS mentorship, including professional integrity, clear communication, constructive feedback, and fostering clinical confidence in new EMS providers.
  • Apply mentorship strategies that support the development of independent clinical judgment, address performance concerns early, and promote a positive team culture within the EMS environment.
Pre-Hospital Stroke Care: ALS or BLS - What Makes a Difference?
9:25AM - 9:50AM
Alexander Adam Kuc, MD, FAEMS, FAAEM


Objectives:
  • Compare the roles and capabilities of Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) providers in prehospital stroke care.
  • Evaluate the impact of ALS and BLS interventions on treatment times, patient outcomes, and destination decisions.
Break
9:50AM - 10:00AM

Stroke Excellence: From Triage to Treatment
10:00AM - 10:25AM
Jessica Abreu, BSN, RN, CEN
Christina Hennelly, BSN, RN


Objectives:
  • Describe key components of an effective stroke pathway from initial triage through definitive treatment at primary stroke center.
  • Identify nursing best practices that reduce delays and improve stroke care quality metrics.
Best Practice: Expediting ED Nurse Response Time in Stroke
10:25AM - 10:50AM
Lauren Duffy, BSN, RN
Jonathan Foster, BSN, RN
Marykate Tuscai, BSN, RN


Objectives:
  • Examine workflow initiatives and nursing-driven strategies that reduce door-to-CT and door-to-treatment times for patients presenting with suspected acute stroke.
  • Implement evidence-based interventions that enhance rapid stroke assessment, interdisciplinary communication, and treatment activation to improve timely imaging and therapeutic outcomes.
When the Minutes Matter
10:50AM - 11:15AM
Kathrina Chapman, RN, CCRN
Thomas Powell, RT


Objectives:
  • Explain the relationship between treatment delays and neurological outcomes in acute stroke care.
  • Identify interdisciplinary approaches that optimize time-sensitive stroke interventions across the continuum of care.
Open Discussion
11:15AM - 11:40AM


Objectives:
  • Discuss current challenges, emerging trends, and best practices in stroke and endovascular care, incorporating perspectives from EMS, nursing, and multidisciplinary team members.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and collaboration across the continuum of stroke care to enhance patient outcomes.
Lunch
11:40AM - 12:35PM

Driving Innovation: Stroke Trial Updates at Cooper
12:35PM - 1:00PM
Jane Khalife, MD, MS


Objectives:
  • Review current stroke clinical trials and emerging research influencing current stroke care practices.
  • Discuss opportunities for patient participation in clinical research and the potential impact on future stroke treatment.
Role of Endovascular Procedures in Hemorrhagic Strokes
1:00PM - 1:25PM
Pratit D. Patel, MD


Objectives:
  • Describe current endovascular treatment options available for selected patients with hemorrhagic stroke.
  • Identify patient selection criteria, indications, and expected outcomes associated with endovascular management of hemorrhagic stroke.
Case-based Endovascular Stroke Management
1:25PM - 1:50PM
Hamza A. Shaikh, MD


Objectives:
  • Review real-life endovascular stroke cases from pre-hospital assessment through hospital discharge, including diagnostic imaging and clinical evaluations before and after intervention, to understand the continuum of stroke care.
  • Explore patient testimony alongside case reviews to evaluate the impact of endovascular stroke treatment on patient outcomes, recovery, and quality of life.
Closing Remarks
1:50PM - 2:00PM
Hermann C. Schumacher, MD


Contact Us:
Adam Morina
Cooper University Health Care
1 Federal St.
2nd Floor, Ste. N-300
Camden, NJ 08103
Phone: 856-382-6480
Email: [email protected]

Exhibit at this Event

Exhibitor Packages

Exhibitor Package - Standard Package Price: $2000.00
Includes:
  • Recognition as a Exhibitor Exhibitor
  • (2) Chairs & (1) 6 Ft Table
  • Number of Exhibitor Badges: 2
  • All Meals & Beverages Included
  • Exhibit Location: Adventure Aquarium

Deadline for order commitment is 9/14/2026 5:00:00 PM.

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