October 11-13, 2024 || Grand View Lodge, Nisswa

With all the stress and demands in life, it can be hard to find the time to stop, breathe and take care of yourself. Ladies, we are busy! Whether focused on families, proving ourselves at work, juggling all the little issues of life – or all of the above – it’s far too easy to put off allowing time for YOU to actually have fun and just be you!

Well, we have the answer! Gather your dental girlfriends for a weekend of relaxation and reconnection.

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LODGING

Rooms are available at the Grandview Lodge. Single lodging is $835.00 (member rate) per person for two nights. Double occupancy is $605.00 (member rate) per person for two nights. Non-member rates are also available. All costs include five meals, including continental breakfast both days, lunch on Saturday and dinner on both days. If you do NOT need lodging, there are non-lodging plans available. Four-bedroom and three-bedroom cabins are available for groups on a first-come, first-served basis. It is the responsibility of the group to ensure you have a group of four. If one cancels, it is up to the group to find another person or the rate will be adjusted accordingly.

MEET THE SPEAKERS

Join us for intriguing and informative seminars and receive a total of 4 hours of continuing education credits.

Balancing Wellness: Addressing the Impact of Opiates on Health and Well-Being in Dentistry

Christina Eberly, LICSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Most of her 20+ year career has been spent working with individuals in a direct service capacity. Chrissy has intentionally sought out multicultural learning opportunities, completing her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Metropolitan State University as well as her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Augsburg University. She is skilled in working with children, adolescents, and adults in both individual and group capacities. She believes in a collaborative, strengths-based approach; assisting and supporting people to create healthy change in their lives. She has experience working with individuals experiencing grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, addictive/disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, and issues related to self-esteem. She is a Department of Transportation Substance Use Professional and is certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy.

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:  This training will provide a comprehensive overview of crucial mental health topics affecting busy professionals. It explores the importance of maintaining overall wellness and identifies strategies to manage stress effectively. The session delves into the causes and symptoms of burnout, offering practical solutions to prevent and address it. Additionally, it discusses addiction, focusing on the physiological and psychological aspects, with a particular emphasis on opiate use and its impact on individuals and communities. The training aims to equip participants with knowledge and tools to promote healthier lifestyles and support those struggling with these issues.

Depression Update 2024

Courtney Smith has been a certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) in Family Medicine for 18 years working at a primary care clinic for Park Nicollet. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin La Crosse in 2002 and attended college to attain her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies in 2006. She has a special interest in Women’s Health, chronic disease management, and preventative medicine. Her passion is to take care of patients with a variety of medical concerns and issues. Courtney enjoys seeing patients from early adolescence, through adulthood, and into their geriatric years. She enjoys traveling with her husband Scott and their blended family of five kids, ranging in age from 15 to 9.

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION: This presentation will give an update on depression as related to mental health. We will look at pathophysiology and how depression affects certain populations disproportionately. We will discuss risk factors, comorbidities, and treatment options. We will also take a look at how mental health has worsened after the COVID-19 pandemic.

SPA

Treat yourself to a little R and R at Glacial Waters Spa! From 12:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, the MDA has reserved times you need to schedule your own spa treatment. If you plan on having a spa treatment, please check the box in the form below. The spa staff will call you to set up service.

SCHEDULE*

FRIDAY OCTOBER 11

4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Check-in at the Main Lodge
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Registration/Informational Reception, Heritage Room (main lodge)
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Dinner at the Main Lodge in Heritage Room
9:00 p.m. – ?  p.m. Free time/On your own
*Subject to change

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12

Full Breakfast (optional) is open until 8 a.m. – Main Lodge, Heritage Room.
Note, full breakfast is an additional $25.00 and will be billed to your room.

8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. CE  – Gull Lake, Lake Itasca
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Lunch – Gull Lake Margaret Room
12:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Fun Group Event: Spa Time (pay for service separate)
12:15 p.m. – 5:25 p.m. Free time (Gull Lake Itasca room will be open)
6:00 p.m. – Reception – Headwaters (Main Lodge basement)
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Dinner – Headwaters Dinner Buffet

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13

Full Breakfast (optional) is open until 8 a.m. – Main Lodge, Heritage Room.
Note, full breakfast is an additional $25.00 and will be billed to your room.
9:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. CE 
11:30 a.m. Check out/Departure
*This schedule is subject to change.

*PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK A LODGING OR NON-LODGING OPTION WHEN
COMPLETING REGISTRATION FORM BELOW.*