The Midwest Foot & Ankle Conference is approved by the Council of Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine.

The education mission of the Midwest Foot & Ankle Conference is to purposefully advance the understanding of technology, techniques, and medical therapy related to podiatric surgery and medicine, addressing the healthcare needs of the public and catering to the educational needs and interests of podiatric medical professionals and healthcare practitioners. Our goal is to enhance provider knowledge and elevate patient outcomes by delivering the highest quality didactic and clinical learning experiences.

We are committed to offering a diverse array of instructional methods to improve patient care, treatment protocols, and practice efficiency. Our approach includes didactic presentations, engaging panel discussions, thought-provoking debates, in-depth case studies, interactive question and answer sessions, and collaborative round table discussions. By providing a well-rounded portfolio of educational opportunities, we strive to empower podiatric medical professionals and healthcare practitioners with the knowledge and skills needed to meet the evolving challenges in the field, ultimately contributing to the advancement of healthcare and patient well-being.

The 76th Annual Midwest Foot & Ankle Conference is approved for 27.75 continuing education contact hours (CECH)

Continuing Education Contact Hours

Thank you for visiting this page to complete the CECH Attestation Form. This form should be completed if your CECH certificate is missing hours you feel were earned. A witness is required to sign the form; a witness is considered someone who can attest that you participated in the lectures for the hours being requested.

Upon submission of the form, the MFAC will review the request. A CECH certificate for the missing hours will be sent by email for those whose requests are approved. This process can take 5-7 business days.

Note that this form is not for learners who knowingly did not view lectures for a particular session. The meeting’s records will be reviewed to determine that you attended the session for which you are requesting hours.

CECH Attestation Form

"*" indicates required fields

CECH Attestation Form*

I agree that the following are true

WHEREAS, The undersigned, has registered for and attended the indicated Continuing Education Conference (hereinafter “Conference”); and
WHEREAS, The Conference is required, by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME), to obtain a verification of each attendee’s participation in, and/or presence at, all lectures, as well as clinics, which make up the curriculum of the Conference; and
WHEREAS, The attendee’s presence and participation are the basis through which the Conference grants Continuing Education Contact hours to the Attendee; and
WHEREAS, The Continuing Education contact hours granted through the Conference may be necessary to the support the Attendee’s licensure in the state in which the Attendee holds a license to practice podiatric medicine; and
WHEREAS, Verification of attendance and participation is offered at the Conference through an attendance verification of the Attendee’s name badge or electronic scanning record; and
WHEREAS, The undersigned did not successfully obtain or submit an electronic attendance verification to confirm the Attendee's participation in those lectures or clinics listed below; and
WHEREAS, The Attendee has requested that the Conference verify the Attendee’s attendance at and participation in the lectures and/or clinics listed below, by issuing Continuing Education contact hours for the lectures and/or clinics listed below; and
WHEREAS, The Conference is willing to verify said attendance based upon the Affidavit signed below:

Affidavit
And Now, on the date of this submission, the undersigned swears and affirms that the undersigned registered for, attended in person and participated in the lectures and/or clinics offered at the Conference first named above, which lectures and/or clinics as specified in the form below;
AND FURTHER, the undersigned made a good faith effort to obtain the appropriate attendance verification offered by the Conference for the said listed lectures and/or clinics, but was unable to obtain the said electronic scan due to the following circumstance, as entered in the form below;
AND FURTHER, the undersigned herby requests that the Conference issue and grant the undersigned the appropriate Continuing Education Contact Hours which attach to the lectures and/or clinics listed in this Affidavit form below;
AND FURTHER, should the Council on Podiatric Medical Education request any additional proof or verification of attendance or participation that the undersigned shall promptly comply with said request.
Sworn to and attested on the day and date first recited below:

Name*

First Last

Email*

Attendance verification session in question*

Session(s)

Provide explanation of request for missing CECH*

Signature*

Witness Name*

Please provide the name of another attendee whose attendance is verified and can attest to your attendance.

First Last

Witness Email*

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

The Midwest Foot & Ankle Conference is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all participants in our continuing education activities. We adhere to a nondiscrimination policy that ensures equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

In alignment with this commitment, we strive to make our continuing education activities accessible to participants with disabilities, including but not limited to those with physical, visual, and/or hearing impairments. Our goal is to create an environment that fosters learning and participation for everyone.

To facilitate accessibility, we offer reasonable accommodation upon request. Participants with disabilities are encouraged to contact us in advance to discuss specific needs, and we will make every effort to provide appropriate accommodation to ensure their full participation in our educational programs.

If you require accommodations or have specific accessibility concerns, please contact meetings@themidwestfac.org at least two weeks prior to the conference. We value diversity and inclusion, and we are dedicated to addressing the unique needs of all participants to promote an enriching and accessible learning experience for everyone involved in the Midwest Foot & Ankle Conference continuing education activities.

COMMERICAL INFORMATION OPT-OUT POLICY

The Midwest Foot & Ankle Conference respects the privacy of its attendees and is committed to compliance with CPME/CECH standards regarding commercial interests. Attendees may opt out of having their contact information shared with commercial supporters or exhibitors at any time.

To decline the release of their contact information to commercial interests, attendees may update their preferences by contacting the conference organizers in writing prior to or during the conference by emailing meetings@themidwestfac.org. Choosing to opt out will not affect an attendee’s ability to participate fully in conference programming, educational activities, or continuing education credit.