Conference Information
Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas/The Lion KingMay 28, 2010 - May 30, 2010Geriatrics- Primary Care for the Elderly Patient(CME Organized by Physicians without Commercial Support) This program complies with MD and DO mandatory Geriatric CME required by many states. At Mandalay Bay you can combine a premier resort experience with the best show in town The Lion King. Located on 11 acres, Mandalay Bay has designed a beach which provides the ultimate in aquatic relaxation. Voted Las Vegas’ BEST pool experience resort. Mandalay offers endless activities and entertainment for the whole family. |
 Conference Resort SD860-12 |
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Accreditation
| AAFP Physician Accreditation | This activity was reviewed and accepted for up 10 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to the AMA PRA category 1 credit toward the AMA Physicians Recognition Award. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. |
| American Academy of Physician Assistants | AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP. |
| American Nursing Accreditation | AAFP prescribed credits are accepted by the nursing associations. |
| MCE Conferences Goes Green | MCE Conferences has adopted environmentally friendly policies in our office and at our conferences. We decided to make these simple changes that can help save energy and resources. We no longer mail out brochures. We now post all conference and travel information online. Conference handout material is distributed on a CD disk. For additional information please contact our office at 888-533-9031. |
| American Academy of Nurse Practitioners | AAFP Prescribed Credits are accepted by the AANP as 10 CEU's. |
| Tuition Fee | |
| Type | Price |
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Residents/Other Healthcare Professionals |
475 |
Physician |
575 |
| Tuition Notes | |
| Tuition Discount $50 Receive a discount if you are a past MCE Conferences attendee or for two and more healthcare professionals attending together. | |
| Conference Tuition Cancellation Must be confirmed in writing via mail or email and 10% of paid tuition processing fee will be assessed. No refunds will be made if cancellation is made after April 28, 2010 however 50% of tuition fee may be applied to a future MCE conference. | |
| Faculty Speakers Charles A. Cefalu, MD, MS - Chief, Section of Geriatric MedicineProfessor of Internal MedicineDirector, Geriatric Medicine Program at MCLNOCo-Director, Center on Aging. Larry E. Johnson M.D., Ph.D. Associate Professor of Geriatric Medicine, Associate Professor of Family and Preventive Medicine University Arkansas for Medical Sciences; Medical Director- Community Living Center Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System North Little Rock, Arkansas. | |
| Program Objectives |
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This program complies with MD and DO mandatory Geriatric CME required by many states "All general internists and family physicians who have a patient population of which more than 25% are 65 years of age or older shall complete at least 20 hours of all mandatory CME in geriatric medicine or the care of older patients". All other physicians are encouraged to take a course in geriatric medicine, including geriatric pharmacology, as part of their mandatory CME. Following this course, the participant should be able to identify causes of the disorders described; implement a differential diagnosis and laboratory assessment plans; outline the therapeutic intervention, possible complications and preventive measures. This activity is expected to result in increased confidence in making an appropriate diagnosis and providing effective treatment and referral or follow-up care with the overall goal of improving patient outcomes. *Challenges in screening for Prostate Cancer - Objective: 1) Understand the value of prostate cancer screening with PSA and DRE in older men. 2) Explain clearly to patients the side effects of prostate cancer screening and treatment. 3) Educate patients about the risks of prostate cancer compared to other health risks. *Evaluation and treatment of urinary incontinence - Objective: 1) Understand common causes for acute urinary incontinence. 2) Understand common causes for persistent urinary incontinence. 3) Understand the various treatments for urinary incontinence. *Evaluation and treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and peripheral vascular disease (PVD)- Objective: 1) Understand the risks for and presentation of DVT. 2) Understand the indications for and types of anticoagulants. 3) Understand the risks of PVD and how to assess for its presence. *Evaluation and treatment for heart failure - Objective: 1) Understand the prevalence and risks of heart failure. 2) Understand the evaluation of heart failure. 3) Understand the various treatments for heart failure. *Dementia and delirium, and distinguishing the difference in older adults - Objective: 1) Understand the common causes of memory loss in older adults. 2) Understand the various presentations for the common causes of dementia. 3) Understand the presentation of delirium, and how to distinguish it from dementia. *FALLS: Will be able to list five risk factors for falling in the elderly. Will be able to distinguish at least three separate types of falls. Will be able to list three ways to prevent and manage falls. SYNCOPE:Will be able to list five risk factors for falling in the elderly. Will be able to distinguish at least three separate types of falls. Will be able to list three ways to prevent and manage falls DIZZINESS:Will be able to distinguish five separate types of dizziness. Will be able to utilize the Epply maneuver un treating dizziness *Geropsychiatry,Depression and Anxiety -Will be able to list three etiological types of depression. Will be familiar with the Geriatric Depression Scale.Will know the criteria for major depressive disorder.Will be familiar with the use of all the types of anti-depressant medications. Will know how to distinguish from anxiety in the elderly. *Geropsychiatry, Behavioral Disturbances: Will be able to describe the classical behavioral disturbances in older patients with dementia. Will be able to discuss medical and non-medical treatment of delusions, hallucinations, wandering, depression, and “disinhibition” syndrome.Will know the role of neuroleptics, anti-convulsants, and cholinesterase inhibitors in managing this disease. *Rheumatologic Diseases: Will be able to name 4 causes of monoarticular arthritis in the elderly. Will be able to list 4 characteristics of Polymyalgia Rhematic – temporal arthritis. Will know the findings in Rhematoid arthritis in the elderly. Will be able to list 3 separate treatment modalities in osteoarthritis. *Cardiac Disease:A) Will know the difference between systolic and diastolic congestive heart failure. Will be able to list 4 separate modalities in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation.Will be able to list 4 atypical presentations of coronary artery disease in the elderly. *Geriatric Syndromes:Will know the diagnostic criteria for diagnosis of osteoporosis. Will be able to distinguish between 3 types of urinary incontinence in the elderly and know the treatment of each. Will be able to list the classification of pressure sores and list both preventative and treatment measures. Will be able to classify insomnia in the elderly and list both non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments. |
Itinerary
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| May 28, 2010 | Mandalay Bay Conference Center | Conference 3:00-6:15 PM |
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| May 29, 2010 | Mandalay Bay Conference Center | Conference 7:00-11:15 AM |
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| May 30, 2010 | Mandalay Bay Conference Center | Conference 7:00-10:15 AM |
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Memorial Day Weekend at the Mandalay Bay Resort, Las Vegas
At Mandalay Bay, you can do as much or as little as you like. The resort offers the finest amenities and attractions you’ll find in Las Vegas. If you prefer lounging with a cocktail at the beach, a day at the spa, an afternoon of shopping or golf, or the excitement of coming face-to-face with some of the earth’s most fascinating creatures in North America’s only predator-based aquarium and exhibit at Shark Reef Aquarium, you’ll find it here. There is never a shortage of things to do at the Mandaly Bay Resort.
RESORT ACTIVITIES - This world-famous playground offers a wave pool, lazy river, three swimming pools, jogging track and 2,700 tons of real sand. At the Shark Reef Aquarium you will come face-to-face with some of the earth’s most fascinating creatures. There are over 2,000 animals in 1.6 million gallons of seawater.
THE SPA - Unlike any of the spas you'll find in Las Vegas, the bathhouse features uniquely European styling with slate walls, marble floors and breathtaking water features throughout.
THE LION KING SHOW GROUP DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR MAY 29, 2010 - “AWE-INSPIRING! A GORGEOUS GASP-INDUCING SPECTACLE!” - Time Magazine Experience the phenomenon. Visually stunning, technically astounding and with a musical score like none other you’ve ever heard. Giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap. The entire savannah comes to life and as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. See the Tony® Award-winning Broadway sensation that Newsweek calls “a landmark event in entertainment.” The New York Times says, “There is simply nothing else like it.”
Pricing
| Description | # of People | Price |
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| Register Early - In order to provide quality and ineractive CME program, MCE Conferences will limit the amount of registrations per conference. Some conferences may have a lower registration limit due to the destination logistics and lodging availability. | ||
| Pre and Post Conference Lodging - Conference room rates available pre and post conference dates depending on availability. | ||
| Room Rates Standard Deluxe - 550 DR - Extended living area w/seating for 4 Guest Capacity - up to 4. Room Capacity - 4, 1 King or 2 Queen Size Beds. Views - Strip, Beach/Pool, Mountain. Floor to ceiling windows, his and hers lighted closets, pillow-top mattress, 42” High Definition Plasma TV, i-pod compatible alarm clock radio, desk area with wireless and hi-speed internet access, mini-bar, in-room safe, and cordless phone with dual phone lines. Imported stone floors and surfaces in bathroom. 15” LCD TV. Separate glass enclosed shower and bathtub. Twin vanities with make-up mirror and hair dryer. 1 Bath(s). Total 550 sq ft. | Per Room Per Night (12% state tax not included) |
$179 |
| THEhotel - Features Separate living area w/seating for 5 Guest Capacity - up to 4. 1 King or 2 Queen Size Beds. Room Capacity - 5 Views - Strip, Beach/Pool, Mountain Separate living area with floor to ceiling windows, 42” Plasma TV, desk area with wireless and hi-speed internet access, mini-bar, in-room safe, and dual phone lines. Marble and granite floors and surfaces in bathroom. 15” LCD TV. Separate glass enclosed shower and bathtub. Twin vanities with make-up mirror and hair dryer. An upscale amenity package which includes shampoo, conditioner, lotion, mouthwash and Oatmeal soap. 1 1/2 Bath(s) 725 sq ft | Per Room Per Night (12% state tax not included) |
$219 |
| Lodging Deposit - 1 Night Deposit (Plus State tax of 12.5%) is required by the resort to secure your reservation. The balance of lodging payment as well as any incidental charges is due to the hotel upon check out. Resort accepts all major credit cards. | ||
| Lodging Cancellation - Per our lodging agreement these are the lodging cancellation terms and conditions: Cancellation 60 days or more before arrival - you will receive full deposit Cancellation 59-31 days before arrival - a one night deposit is forfeited Cancellation 30 days or less before arrival - no lodging refunds can be made. No-shows and early departures are considered a cancellation All cancellations must be made via e-mail to info@mceconferences.com by the dates stated above. |
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| Lion King Discounted Tickets - MCE Conferences has secured group discounted tickets for the Lion Kimg performance on May 30th. To purchase tickets please contact our office at 1-888-533-9031. | ||
| Car Rental Las Vegas Airport - Enterprise Meeting Discount- Please copy and paste to your browser http://www.enterprise.com/car_rental/deeplinkmap.do?bid=002&cust=NA32N54 OR Visit the Web Site www.enterprise.com and enter where it says Optional the promotion code NA32N54 and enter pin name MCE Avis Meeting Discount- The Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) Number is G028287. Please use this AWD number when calling Avis directly at 1-800-331-1600 to receive the best car rental rates available. The discount is effective 7 days before and 7 days after the conference. Here is a direct link to Avis.com that you can copy and paste to your browser. It will auto fill the discount number. https://www.avis.com/AvisWeb/reservation/ReservationsInitializer?&AWD_NUMBER=G028287 |
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| Complimentary Parking - self or valet parking for all guests staying or visitng the resort. Gratuity for valet parking attendant is appreciated. | ||
| Conference Airline Discount Las Vegas, Nevada (LAS) - Conference Airline Discount - MCE Conferences has arranged group discounts with airlines for this conference. Reservations can be made either through your own travel agency or through the airline Convention Desk at the numbers listed here. To receive the group discounts please make sure that you and your travel agent refer to the group code number given to you below when making your airline reservation. American Airlines percentage discount can be booked on-line at www.aa.com for AA flights only. Use the authorization number 2950AB as the aa.com promotion code. For assistance with reservations and ticket purchase contact American Airlines Meeting Services Desk at 1-800-433-1790. Continental Airlines at www.continental.com. Click on Products and Services Travel for Groups and Meetings and click on MeetingWorks. Choose your flight times and access your meeting discounts by inserting ZG0EB7SJ5D in the Offer Code box or call Continental MeetingWorks Reservations at 800-468-7022 | ||
| MCE Conferences - reserves the right to change or cancel course content, speaker or topics for cause. |
Geriatrics- Primary Care for the Elderly Patient
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