BRK 12: ADVOCATING FOR ADVOCACY: CLINICIAN-PATIENT PARTNERSHIPS FOR ADVOCACY
Edward Hurvitz, MD; Kerstin Sobus, MD, PT

Learning Objectives:
1) Describe the need for and the benefits of involving families in organized advocacy
2) Develop a plan to encourage local and regional advocacy in their area
3) List several resources that clinicians can use to help families become involved in advocacy.
4) Discuss how parents with children of similar disability can reach out to other parents for support or share ideas.

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* 1. Please indicate your opinion about each of the following statements.

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The course followed description in the program.
The course began on time and was well paced.
The faculty communicated clearly and effectively.
The course used practical examples to teach points.
The faculty involved participants in the course.
The faculty allowed enough time for questions.
The course met its objectives as stated in the program.
The information presented will help me accomplish my professional responsibilities.
The course has given me a basis for making changes in my practice.

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* 2. Did this course have a commercial bias?

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* 3. Should the Academy repeat this course next year?

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* 4. Please suggest any topics of interest for a future course.

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* 5. General comments:

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