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Friday, September 30, 2011

WorkingWell Physician to Address Safety Conference at Blue Chip

Joins other industry leaders to bring safety to the forefront in discussing safety and industry topics at large-scale conference

Dr. Charles Mok, an occupational medicine specialist with Franciscan Alliance's WorkingWell program, will be among speakers at the Beyond Safety Conference and Expo Oct. 26 and 27 at Blue Chip Casino.

The conference and expo is the leading tradeshow in the industry, bring together key stake holders in all facets of safety.

Dr. Mok will address the role of acupuncture in treating work-related-injuries. Acupuncture can be used to treat acute pain, in addition to medication and other therapies. In cases where patients do not tolerate pain medications, acupuncture often decreases symptoms so that additional medication is not required. 

The lecture will begin with a brief synopsis of the history and fundamentals of acupuncture. It also will include a discussion of the indications for acupuncture and case presentations where acupuncture was used in work-related-injury treatment. 

"I am pleased to be a part of this program and to share information that can prove so helpful to those who are enduring pain," Mok said, adding, "I am thankful for the opportunity to be part of this educational program."

The second annual event will bring safety professionals and leaders together for a two-day program of education, networking and exhibitions. New this year is the opportunity for professionals to earn 1.2 Continuing Education Units, awarded by the American Society of Safety Engineers, by attending both days of the conference.

About Franciscan Alliance

Mishawka, Ind.-based Franciscan Alliance, which has 14 hospitals, is a leader in providing faith-based, integrated health care, using the latest technology, innovative procedures and the brightest, most compassionate people to serve patients in Indiana, Illinois and Michigan. It offers nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence and more than 18,000 employees, including more than 600 physicians. For more than 135 years, Franciscan Alliance has had a mission to provide care for everyone, 2.9 million outpatients and more than 100,000 inpatients every year, regardless of ability to pay.

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