CME Events

Art is fundamental to human life, offering meaningful ways to communicate, connect, and process experiences. Led by psychART co-founders and child and adolescent psychiatrists Dr. Saffron Homayoun and Dr. Megan Fisher, this webinar will explore the connections among art, psychology, youth mental health, and public health. Drawing from research, case examples, and practical experience, the presenters will demonstrate how art can support youth mental health and be incorporated into pediatric and behavioral health practice. The webinar will conclude with brief perspectives from Maine programs connecting young people with creative opportunities, including in rural and under-resourced communities.

Today’s children and adolescents are growing up in an era of unprecedented pressure — navigating social media, climate anxiety, identity-based violence, substance use, and mental health crises, often without the support systems they need. Meanwhile, pediatricians, family physicians, and child and adolescent psychiatrists are being asked to recognize and respond to increasingly complex presentations across both physical and mental health.

This conference brings together leading national experts and Maine clinicians for a full day of education, dialogue, and practical tools — designed specifically for the collaboration between primary care and psychiatric providers that today’s youth urgently need.

This conference is presented by the Healthy Mental Development Committee – a partnership between the Maine Chapter, AAP and Maine Council of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, in partnership with the Maine Academy of Family Physicians.

Challenging patient interactions are an inevitable part of clinical practice and can place strain on the therapeutic relationship. This webinar will explore practical strategies for managing these situations, including boundary setting, treatment agreements, and effective documentation to support patient safety and reduce risk.
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
– Identify behaviors and circumstances that commonly lead to challenging patient encounters.
– Determine when boundary setting, treatment contracts, or other mitigating strategies are appropriate.
– Demonstrate documentation techniques that accurately reflect clinical decision-making and patient interactions.

This webinar is designed for pediatric healthcare professionals who care for children involved in Maine s child welfare system. Participants will build the knowledge and confidence needed to identify oral signs of abuse and neglect, understand Maine s abuse and neglect support processes, and navigate questions about suspected abuse and neglect using available resources.

This conference offers a diverse program focused on timely and practical topics in neurology, including the growing role of artificial intelligence in clinical practice, the diagnosis and management of spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid leaks, functional neurological disorders, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Attendees will also gain insights into important professional issues such as clinician burnout and fostering inclusivity within the neurology workforce. Resident-led presentations showcase innovative stroke care initiatives and challenging neurological cases, providing valuable perspectives on emerging research and patient care. The program is designed to deliver clinically relevant knowledge that participants can apply directly to their practice.

The MCGI Genomic Tumor Board (GTB) sessions are virtual meetings where oncologists, pathologists, and genomic experts collaborate to interpret complex cancer genomic test results and discuss personalized treatment options. These sessions help clinicians overcome challenges in translating genomic data into clinical care, fostering informed decision-making and advancing precision medicine. Recognized as an eligible CME activity, GTBs provide expert-driven guidance to improve patient outcomes.

These hands-on courses with individual coaching were initially developed at the request of Maine physicians and critical care transport providers who needed to improve their skills, particularly emergency airway and trauma management skills. Critical Care Training Associates developed a unique, humane training program using fresh sheep cadavers, and their education modules have evolved to become effective labs that provide instruction and real-world simulation that allow students to master skills that actually translate to clinical practice. The results speak for themselves, and the program continues to grow after 28 years of ongoing development and improvement.

This 3-month comprehensive program is designed to help professionals recover from and prevent burnout without stepping away from their careers. Through a 12-module on-demand video curriculum, an interactive workbook, and 12 personalized coaching sessions, participants will build the inner strength, tools, and confidence to feel energized, engaged, and effective again.