Accelerated Aging in Our Communities presents Dr. Laura Byerly, MD
Date/Time: Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Zoom
Description: OABHI Coos & Curry Workforce Development Training Fall 2026 Series presents:
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
1. Define the term “accelerated aging.”
2. Identify adults who are at higher risk of experiencing accelerated aging.
3. Describe how accelerated aging affects the development of geriatric syndromes at younger chronological age.
4. Identify opportunities for the community and healthcare team to help optimize the care of adults experiencing, or at risk for, accelerated aging.
Cost: Free
Dementia Diagnosis in Primary Care with Dr. Laura Byerly, MD
Date/Time: Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Zoom
Description: OABHI Coos & Curry Workforce Development Training Fall 2026 Series presents:
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
1. Describe the importance of making a diagnosis of dementia in primary care.
2. Identify ways to incorporate MWV into your dementia diagnosis process.
3. Describe an approach to making a dementia diagnosis.
4. Apply 3 communication strategies for disclosing a diagnosis of dementia.
Cost: Free