Agenda

7:15 - 8:15 a.m.
Registration/Check-in & Continental Breakfast

8:15 - 8:30 a.m.
Welcome

8:30 - 10 a.m.
Live Demonstration Part I: Understanding Long Bone, Tendon and Skin Donation for Funeral Directors and Embalmers
Sarah Czajkowski, Licensed Funeral Director, Certified Tissue Bank Specialist
Cara Krepp, Certified Tissue Bank Specialist

During this live demonstration by procurement specialists, funeral directors and embalmers will gain a better understanding of the recovery techniques used for long bone, tendon and skin (i.e., full-thickness and dermatone/thin donations) donation. They will also learn how these precious gifts are used to enhance the lives of recipients.

10 - 10:15 a.m.
Break

10:15 - 11:45 a.m.
Live Demonstration Part II: Understanding Ocular, Heart Valve and Tissue Donation for Funeral Directors and Embalmers 
Sarah Czajkowski, Licensed Funeral Director, Certified Tissue Bank Specialist
Cara Krepp, Certified Tissue Bank Specialist

During part two of this live demonstration, attendees will learn recovery techniques for ocular, heart valve and tissue donations and how these gifts enhance the lives of recipients. Presenters will review requirements for cardiac grafts and how they affect embalming; the difference between in-situ cornea and eye enucleation; and surgical applications for tissue grafts.

11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Lunch

12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Live Demonstration Part III: Tips and /Techniques for Embalming the Donor Case
Jason Mishler, CFSP, MBIE, Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, & Reconstructive Specialist 
Amanda Marie Eilis King, CFSP, Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, & Reconstructive Specialist

After viewing procurements during the previous sessions, embalming experts will show attendees how they can ensure a donor body is restored to a viewable state no matter what organs or tissues were donated. Presenters will demonstrate a wide range of embalming and restoration techniques including those for long bone, deep tissue, cornea, and complete eye donation.

2:30 - 2:45 p.m.
Break

2:45 - 3:45 p.m.
Techniques for Preparing the Unembalmed Case
Amanda Marie Eilis King, CFSP, Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, & Reconstructive Specialist

Viewings of umembalmed bodies often cause concern for funeral directors; however, there are steps they can take to ensure it’s a peaceful experience for loved ones. Attendees will learn techniques to make decedents presentable for viewings, including making minor restorations and applying cosmetics for a natural appearance. The presenter will also review approaches for viewings of unembalmed stillbirths.

3:45 - 4:15 p.m.
Questions/Answers and Wrap-Up

4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Welcome Reception

8 - 8:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Embalming Risk Management
T. Scott Gilligan, NFDA General Counsel

Just like doctors and hospitals, embalmers are at risk for malpractice when families are unsatisfied with the results of embalming. Attendees will discover how a malpractice lawsuit is conducted and learn commonsense steps that can reduce liability exposure.

9:30 - 9:45 a.m.
Break

9:45 - 11:15 a.m.
Color Theory & the Biology Behind Better Cosmetics 
Amanda Marie Eilis King, CFSP, Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, & Reconstructive Specialist

When someone sees poor cosmetic application on a loved one, it may reinforce an already negative perception of viewings. During this session, attendees will learn about various skin types and develop a better understanding of color theory and its relation to a person’s skin tone and complexion. The presenter will explore the choice between mortuary cosmetics and air brush cosmetics. Attendees will discover techniques for specific scenarios, such as covering bruises and recreating freckles, to achieve a natural appearance.

11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Ask the Experts Panel

12 p.m.
Thank you and send-off