Webinar Recording: Self-Reported Measures in Disability/Impairment Evaluations Presented by ACOEM's Work Fitness and Disability Section-Self-Report Measures in Disability/Impairment Evaluations

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In today's webinar on Self-Reported Measures and Disability Impairment Evaluations, presented by ACOM's Work Fitness and Disability section, Dr. Jennifer Christian, Dr. Ronald Kulik, and Dr. John Burris discussed the use of self-report measures to enhance formal examinations, third-party evaluations, and assessments. They highlighted the importance of understanding the determinants of tolerance to gain insight into functional impairment and disability. The panelists emphasized the need to use validated scales like the HUDAS, PROMIS, and PDQ to assess various domains impacting a patient's life and livelihood. They also discussed strategies for integrating patient questionnaires into evaluations and encouraging patient engagement in the assessment process. By focusing on patient quotes and perceptions, they underscored the importance of capturing the patient's own perspective in the evaluation process. Attendees were encouraged to use the tools and techniques discussed to provide comprehensive and patient-centered disability assessments. The webinar concluded with a reminder to attend the upcoming American Occupational Health Conference in April and to look out for the link to claim CME credits for those who attended live.

Keywords

Self-Reported Measures

Disability Impairment Evaluations

ACOM Work Fitness

Dr. Jennifer Christian

Dr. Ronald Kulik

Dr. John Burris

Functional Impairment

HUDAS

PROMIS

PDQ

Patient Questionnaires