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GLP-1s and More: Pharmacology for Diabetes Mellitus and Other Endocrine Conditions
Presented by Melissa Bednarek, PT, DPT, PhD, CCS
Live WebinarFri, Apr 10, 2026 at 12:00 pm EDT
Course: #5432Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, and osteoporosis are conditions often seen as a primary or secondary diagnosis in physical therapy practice. Thus, therapists across the healthcare continuum need to appreciate the indications, mechanism of action, side effects, and implications for therapists of the various medication classes to treat these endocrine disorders.

Cannabis: Implications for Physical and Occupational Therapy
Presented by Melissa Bednarek, PT, DPT, PhD, CCS
Recorded WebinarText/Transcript
Course: #5308Level: Introductory2 Hours
Cannabis can be confusing: the different names, routes of administration, physiological effects, and legal aspects. This course will address all of these topics with a focus on implications for physical and occupational therapy.

Pharmacology for Heart Failure and COPD: Implications for Physical Therapy
Presented by Melissa Bednarek, PT, DPT, PhD, CCS
Recorded Webinar
Course: #5175Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Heart failure (HF) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are two chronic conditions for which medications and physical therapy are important parts of treatment. Thus, therapists across the healthcare continuum need to appreciate the indications, mechanism of action, side effects, and implications for physical therapy for the various medication classes for HF and COPD.

GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications: What Healthcare Providers Should Know!
Presented by Scott Cheatham, PhD, DPT, OCS, ATC, CSCS
Recorded WebinarAudio
Course: #4952Level: Advanced2 Hours
The GLP-1 medications have become a popular treatment for individuals with type II diabetes or obesity. Healthcare providers must understand these medications, including the benefits, adverse effects, and contraindications. For some individuals, these medications can have consequences such as loss of lean mass loss, which can affect their function, health, and longevity. This presentation will provide an evidence-based update on this topic.