In-Person CE Session: Advanced Technical Training: Embalming the Obese Case

CE Session: Advanced Technical Training: Embalming the Obese Case (2 CEUs)

Presenter: Monica Torres, LFD, LE, CRM, Desairologist, Postmortem Reconstructive Specialist 

Course Description: Worldwide obesity has nearly tripled since the 70s and we are amidst the obesity epidemic. Cases with excess weight are becoming more of the norm in our daily operations. This in-depth seminar explores the future of embalming considerations for obese cases.

Ms. Torres guides the professional into the realm of hard case embalming while expanding on normal case procedures with advanced embalming tips specifically for obese cases, addresses sensitive vocabulary to use while dealing with families, how to charge and update the GPL for the sensitive cases, safety for staff and families, solutions for handling/moving the body and legal considerations for dealing with bodies who require alternatives to accommodate excess weight.

This class covers advanced procedures however, it is suitable for all professionals including owners, managers, embalming staff or novice/interns/students of mortuary science.

Registration Details

This is a members-only event. Registration is required. The registration fee is $75/member and includes dinner and the CE session. Email info@metfda.org to reserve your spot. Payment can be made in advance or on-site.

Program Details

Wednesday, March 27 | 5-8pm

Schwartz Bros.
114-03 Queens Blvd.
Forest Hills, NY 11375