2026 YMCA Brain Health Symposium

Meridian, ID US
October 17, 2026
Credit Claiming Information

2026 Brain Health Symposium CE/CME Credit

Welcome. This page is for participants who plan to claim continuing education (CE/CME) credit for the 2026 Brain Health Symposium.

If you plan to claim CE/CME credit, select the Register button above to begin the registration process.

If you have not already completed the symposium pre-registration form, please do that first using the button below. After completing pre-registration, you will be redirected back to this page to continue registering to receive credit for this training.

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Please note: Pre-registration is required for all participants before completing the CE/CME credit registration.

How Credit Claiming Works

1. Complete the Symposium Pre-Registration Form

All attendees should first complete the symposium pre-registration form to confirm their interest in attending.

2. Return Here to Continue Credit Registration

After you complete pre-registration, you will be redirected to this page to complete the second phase of the registration process, which will allow you to claim CE/CME credit after the symposium.

3. Complete Continuing Education Registration

If you would like to claim CE/CME credit, you will need to complete the additional registration steps on this page.

  • This step is required to track participation, complete the evaluation, and claim credit.
  • There is a fee of $20 to sign up to claim credit for this training.
  • After the symposium, you will receive a reminder email to complete the activity evaluation and to claim credit.

Questions? Please contact Mary Biddle Newberry at [email protected].

Target Audience

This symposium is designed for primary care providers, including physicians (MD, DO), physician associates/assistants (PA), nurse practitioners (NP), registered nurses (RN), exercise specialists, and community members interested in brain health and healthy aging.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this symposium, participants should be able to:

  1. Describe the modifiable risk factors that influence brain health across all stages of adult life.
  2. Explain strategies for creating an environment that reduces stigma associated with brain conditions and promotes community engagement for individuals living with cognitive impairment or brain injury.
  3. Discuss the role of brain health in prevention, well-being, treatment, and caregiver support to improve care for patients and their families.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 4.00 AAPA Category 1 CME

    The University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award 4.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

  • 4.00 ACPE Pharmacy
    This activity is approved for 4.00 pharmacy contact hours.
  • 4.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    The University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions designates this activity for a maximum of 4.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 4.00 ANCC
    This activity is approved for a maximum of 4.00 continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hours.
  • 4.00 APA

    Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs.

  • 4.00 ASWB ACE Credit

    As a Jointly Accredited Organization, The University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. Social workers completing this course receive 4.00 continuing education credits.

  • 4.00 CDR CPEU
    Completion of this RD/DTR profession-specific or IPCE activity awards CPEUs (1 IPCE credits = 1 CPEU).

    If the activity is dietetics related but not targeted to RDs or DTRs, CPEUs may be claimed which are commensurate with participation in contact hours (1 hour/60 minutes = 1 CPEU).

    RDs and DTRs are to select activity type 102 in their Activity Logs. Performance Indicator selection is at the learner’s discretion.
  • 4.00 Continuing Education Credit
Course opens: 
04/27/2026
Course expires: 
11/14/2026
Event starts: 
10/17/2026 - 8:15am MDT
Event ends: 
10/17/2026 - 3:00pm MDT
Cost:
$20.00
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6th Annual

Brain Health Symposium

Unlock Your Mind, Enhance Your Life: Empowering Brain Health for a Brighter Future

Free Event | Virtual and In-Person | Lunch Included

Saturday, October 17 | Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine | 8:15 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Speakers and Presentation Schedule

8:15–9:00 a.m.
Registration, Networking and Vendor Fair
Atrium
Coffee Service Presented by AARP Idaho
Student Lounge
Complimentary Hearing Screens Provided by ENVISION
Student Service Suites
8:15 a.m.–1:45 p.m.
9:00–10:00 a.m.

Opening Keynote: “Understanding Your Risk Factors”

Thomas Farrer, PhD

University of Idaho

Lecture Hall 150
10:30–11:30 a.m.

Lecture Hall 150

Michael White, PA-C

St. Luke's

“The Diabetic Brain: Pathophysiology and Impact on Cognitive Function”

Shashi Ajmani, MD

Saint Alphonsus

“The Effect of Hormones on Brain Health”

Lecture Hall 156

Sheila Weaver, LCSW, AADC

Boise State University

“Family Caregiving”

Tina Barnett

Learn Idaho

“Using Technology to Improve Health Outcomes”

11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Box Lunches
Student Lounge
12:30–1:30 p.m.

Afternoon Keynote: “BSU Neurosciences Research”

Bob Wood and Sydney Boutros, PhD

Boise State University

Lecture Hall 150
1:45–2:45 p.m.

Lecture Hall 150

Theresa Trimarco, AuD

Idaho Elks Hearing and Balance Center

“How Does Correct Hearing Impact Brain Health”

Sarah Mosseau, AuD

Idaho Elks Hearing and Balance Center

“Long Term Success with Hearing Aids”

Lecture Hall 156

Leslee Blanch, RD, Grp X

University of Idaho

“The Science Behind Brain Health and Physical Activity”

Speaker: TBA

“Applying Brain Health Science to Physical Activity”

Thank You to Our Sponsors

AARP Idaho, Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine, St. Luke's, Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Saint Alphonsus, and the Ada County Medical Society Foundation

ICOM - Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine
1401 E Central Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
United States

None of the planners or speakers for this educational activity have relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.

Planner(s)

Mary Biddle Newberry, BS, MS, CMES

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Edwina French, MPH

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Kara Kuntz, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Stephen Montamat

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Mercedes Munoz, n/a

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Casseopia Quick

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Alyssa Romero

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Speaker(s)

Shashi Ajmani, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Tina Barnett, CSA

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Leslee Blanch, RD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Sydney Boutros, PhD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Thomas Farrer, PhD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Sarah Mooseau, AuD, CCC-A, F-AAA

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Theresa Trimarco, AuD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Sheila Weaver, LCSW, ACADC

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Robert Wood, PhD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Accreditation and Available Credit

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions and the Treasure Valley Family YMCA. The University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions 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.

Interprofessional Continuing Education

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 4.0 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change.

Physicians

The University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses

This activity is approved for a maximum of 4.0 continuing nursing education (CNE) hours.

Physician Associates / Physician Assistants

The University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 4.0 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Psychologists

Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs.

Social Workers

As a Jointly Accredited Organization, the University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. Social workers completing this course receive 4.0 general continuing education credits.

Registered Dietitians & Dietetic Technicians, Registered

 

For the purpose of re-licensure, the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses recognizes the University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions as an approved provider of continuing education. To be considered continuing education, the session(s) are required to be germane to your practice. Final acceptance of the credit for recertification resides with your state board.

Available Credit

  • 4.00 AAPA Category 1 CME

    The University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award 4.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

  • 4.00 ACPE Pharmacy
    This activity is approved for 4.00 pharmacy contact hours.
  • 4.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    The University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions designates this activity for a maximum of 4.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 4.00 ANCC
    This activity is approved for a maximum of 4.00 continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hours.
  • 4.00 APA

    Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs.

  • 4.00 ASWB ACE Credit

    As a Jointly Accredited Organization, The University of Idaho, School of Health and Medical Professions is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. Social workers completing this course receive 4.00 continuing education credits.

  • 4.00 CDR CPEU
    Completion of this RD/DTR profession-specific or IPCE activity awards CPEUs (1 IPCE credits = 1 CPEU).

    If the activity is dietetics related but not targeted to RDs or DTRs, CPEUs may be claimed which are commensurate with participation in contact hours (1 hour/60 minutes = 1 CPEU).

    RDs and DTRs are to select activity type 102 in their Activity Logs. Performance Indicator selection is at the learner’s discretion.
  • 4.00 Continuing Education Credit

Price

Cost:
$20.00
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