ACDE Webinar Series: Oral Health Considerations for Victims of Human Trafficking

Date: 

Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 8:00pm to 9:00pm

Location: 

Webinar via Zoom

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Speaker: Dr. Cara Copeland & Dr. Alexandra Pierre-Bez
Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine

Abstract:

In this presentation, participants will be able to describe the current situation of human trafficking plaguing the United States and learn practices to help identify potential victims in the dental practice. Additionally, an emphasis on trauma-informed care will be discussed to help equip dental professionals in treating this population. 

Learning Objectives:

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Describe the crisis of human trafficking in North America
  2. Explain how to establish a working relationship with human trafficking shelters to provide dental care
  3. Educate dental health providers on signs of possible human trafficking and unique ways of caring for this population

Tuition: $49/1 ADA CERP credit hour

Course Prerequisites: None required 
Course Format: Virtual Lecture
Conflict of Interest: None reported by speaker
Contact: Caitlin Laughlin at caitlin_laughlin@hsdm.harvard.edu
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation 7 days before the course will be eligible for full refund. No refund will be made within 7 days of the course initiation date.