Embalming the Obese Case

Worldwide obesity has nearly tripled since the 70s. 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.

Monica 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 these 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.

Event Number: 22-9597
Contact Hours: 2
APFSP Category: A
APFSP CEUs: 0.2

Class Number: 22-9597
Contact Hours: 2