Endocrinology and Pharmacology for Primary Care

Jul 23, 2021 – Jul 25, 2021

Amelia Island - Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort

Amelia Island is a Seaport Community located in Northeast Florida. It boasts 13 miles of great beaches, endangered wildlife, and plenty of outdoor activities to satisfy every member of your family. Amelia Island invites you to explore its history. It was once controlled by France, Spain, and England. The Omni Amelia Island Resort recently completed an 85 million dollar renovation and the results are breathtaking. Located on 1,350 acres, the resort features oceanfront rooms equipped with private balconies, a preserved marshland perfect for kayaking, Audubon International Certified Sanctuary golf courses, luxury spa facilities, endless dining opportunities, and so much more.

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  • Credits expire three years from the date of issue.
  • Credits applied to a future conference are non-refundable.

Tuition Discount

Past Attendees Save $50: Past MCE Conferences attendees (within the previous three years) automatically receive a $50 discount at checkout.

Bring a Friend or Colleague and Save $50: If you are attending with another healthcare professional you are eligible for a $50 discount.

Overview & Agenda

Endocrinology and Pharmacology for Primary Care – 12 Credits 

Overview
This conference is designed to provide primary care clinicians with up-to-date, evidence-based information on commonly encountered issues in Endocrinology and Pharmacology, while suggesting pragmatic approaches to clinical management. The discussion-based format of the conference will encourage audience participation through dynamic lectures, case-based studies, and hands-on workshops. Keynote speakers will present and critically assess recent advancements and industry updates in Endocrinology and Pharmacology with the goal of enhancing the knowledge-base and core competence of attendees. The successful completion of this interactive program diagnosing, treating, and prescribing the most effective courses of treatment, with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes.

Target Audience
All Physicians and other Healthcare Professionals seeking clinical information about issues in Endocrinology and Pharmacology.

Speakers
Our presenting national faculty speakers make it their professional goals to enhance the training of primary care clinicians. This Continuing Medical Education program promises to help you learn the most current, best medicine, and techniques for making the diagnosis easier during a 20-minute office visit.

Topics and Objectives

Endocrinology

Update on the Management of Type 2 Diabetes
Objective: 1) Review prediabetes, lifestyle, and non-insulin medical therapy

Insulin Therapy in Diabetes
Objectives: 1) Review how to start insulin in type 2 diabetes 2) Discuss more intensive insulin therapy for progressive type 1 and type 2 diabetes

Management of Obesity
Objectives: 1) Discuss assessment of the patient with obesity 2) Discuss weight loss options, including lifestyle and medical therapy

Eating, Diet Patterns, and Obesity
Objective: 1) Discuss meal patterns and altering the time of eating, such as intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating

An Update on the Management of Lipid Disorders
Objectives: 1) Review the current cholesterol guidelines for LDL lowering in primary and secondary prevention 2) Discuss statin intolerance and other risk factors, including hypertriglyceridemia and elevated lipoprotein(a)

Disorders of Thyroid Function
Objective: 1) Discuss workup and management of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism

Pharmacology

Best Practices in Prescribing Opioids: A Regulatory Perspective
Objectives: 1) Describe evolving opioid prescribing and regulatory practices in the United States 2) Discuss recently released opioid prescribing guidelines, highlighting the relevance to primary care providers 3) Describe best practices for managing patients with chronic nonmalignant pain, highlighting guidance from a regulatory perspective 

Optimizing Psychopharmacotherapy in Depression: Clinical Cases
Objectives: 1) Discuss pharmacologic management options within clinical cases of patients with depression 2) Relate physiologic and pathophysiologic alterations of brain neurochemistry to symptoms of depression, including the genetic link and molecular basis of injury 3) Apply clinical practice guidelines for antidepressant therapies 4) Describe key parameters for medications used to treat mechanism, safety, tolerability, efficacy, cost, and simplicity of use

Drug Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis
Objectives: 1) Define treatment goals for patients with or at-risk for osteoporosis 2) Relate treatment strategies to empiric evidence regarding fracture prevention and treatment for women and men 3) Develop a prevention and monitoring plan for patients at-risk for osteoporosis 4) Describe pertinent pharmacologic parameters related to pharmaceuticals used in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis 

Optimizing Drug Therapy and Avoiding Drug Injury in the Older Adult
Objectives: 1) Discuss key physiologic and pathophysiologic changes of aging that impact drug therapy 2) Apply agesensitive principles for medication dosing and management to patient scenarios 3) Discuss high-risk drug-drug and drug-dietary supplement interactions commonly encountered in primary care, including best practices in identifying and managing related toxicities  

Psychopharmacotherapy in Bipolar Disorder: Clinical Cases
Objectives: 1) Discuss pharmacologic management options within clinical cases of patients with bipolar disorder 2) Relate physiologic and pathophysiologic alterations of brain neurochemistry to symptoms of bipolar disorder or psychosis, including the genetic link and molecular basis of injury 3) Apply clinical practice guidelines for mood stabilizer therapies 4) Describe key parameters for medications used to treat mechanism, safety, tolerability, efficacy, cost, and simplicity of use 

COVID-19: Managing in Post-Acute
Objectives: 1)Discuss risk factors, clinical presentation, and treatment plan for individuals suspected of having COVID-19 long-hauler syndrome 2) Describe the latest evidence regarding the most prevalent presentations of COVID-19 complications

Note: Content is subject to change without notice. Please refer to the activity website for the most current information.

Program Schedule

Date

Location

Description

Time

July 23, 2021

Omni Amelia Island Conference Center

Conference - Day 1

Breakfast for Registered Attendees

Check-In Opens at 7:00 AM

7:30 AM - 11:50 AM

July 24, 2021

Omni Amelia Island Conference Center

Conference - Day 2

Breakfast for Registered Attendees

7:30 AM - 11:50 AM

July 25, 2021

Omni Amelia Island Conference Center

Conference - Day 3

Breakfast for Registered Attendees

7:30 AM - 11:50 AM

Accreditation

Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education – ACCME

MCE Conferences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

MCE Conferences designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credits commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ABIM MOC Recognition

Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 12 (part II) MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.

American Academy of Family Physicians – AAFP

The AAFP has reviewed Endocrinology and Pharmacology for Primary Care and deemed it acceptable for up to 12.00 In-Person, Live (could include online) AAFP Prescribed credit. Term of Approval is from 07/23/2021 to 07/25/2021. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AMA / AAFP Equivalency:
AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1.

The College of Family Physicians of Canada – Mainpro-M1

The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) is the accrediting body for family medicine continuing medical education (CME) in the United States of America. CFPC members who complete any live CME/CPD program accredited by the AAFP for Prescribed credit can claim the equivalent number of Mainpro-M1 credits.

American Osteopathic Association – AOA

CME activities approved for AAFP credit are recognized by the AOA as equivalent to AOA Category 2 credit.

American Academy of Physician Assistants – AAPA

AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP.

American Association of Nurse Practitioners – AANP

AAFP Prescribed Credits are accepted by the AANP.

American Nurses Credentialing Center – ANCC

According to the ANCC, the continuing education hours approved by the AAFP meet the ANCC-accredited CNE criteria.

Pharmacology Credits

This course is being reviewed and will be acceptable for up to 12 CE credits; please verify with your Medical Board which hours may be applied toward Pharmacology credit.

Hotel Accommodations

We are currently past our group reservation cutoff date with the property. Please call (904) 261-6161 or CLICK HERE to confirm if the Omni Amelia Island Resort has remaining availability for you to book direct. If no rooms remain available, please CLICK HERE for nearby lodging options or

To Modify an Existing Lodging Reservations:
in an Omni Resort Guestroom reservation, please Click Here.
to modify an Omni Resort Villa reservation, please Click Here.

If you need assistance, please contact our office at info@mceconferences.com

Please note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.

If you need assistance, please contact our office at info@mceconferences.com

Please note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.

Accommodations and Amenities – The oceanfront Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort offers the epitome of resort accommodations carefully designed with your comfort in mind. This resort complements everything that is Amelia Island, Florida. All private balconies and patios face the ocean and are a delightful place to relax from sunrise to sunset.

Amenities: Breathtaking ocean views, Furnished balcony or patio, Modern beach décor, Serta Pillow Top mattress with 330-thread-count Egyptian cotton sheets and lightweight duvet, Coffee maker with premium coffee, Hairdryer, Iron and ironing board, Exclusive skincare products, Two plush terry cloth robes, Working desk with convenient outlets and ports, Non-smoking policy, Flat panel HDTV with cable channels, iHome clock radios with iPod docking stations, On-demand movies available, WiFi Internet service – included in Resort Service Charge.

  • Oceanfront Guest Room$289 Per Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) Bedding Types: one king (up to 2 adults) or two queen beds (up to 4 adults).  These 425-square-foot rooms offer flat-screen HDTVs, a working desk, convenience ports and outlets, Wi-Fi, a furnished balcony or patio, and either one king or two queen beds with Serta Pillow Top mattresses fitted with 330-thread-count Egyptian cotton linens. Note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.
  • Sandcastles Villas – Oceanfront 1 Bedroom$289 Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) Bedding Types: one king (up to 2 adults) or two queen beds (up to 4 adults). These beautiful one bedroom luxury beach villas are ideal and offer a superb location on the ocean just north of the resort. Make yourself at home in this large suite with bedroom, bath, living/dining area, kitchen, and balcony. These spacious oceanfront villas afford the flexibility to entertain in comfort, and relax in abundant privacy and feature a full-size kitchen, expanded living room, and dining room, balcony or patio available overlooking the ocean, TV with cable channels, high-speed internet access, in-room safe, coffeemaker, hairdryer, iron, and ironing board. Note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.

Additional Lodging Information – Room rates above are quoted exclusive of applicable state and local taxes (currently 12%).

Check-in/Check-out times: Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM

Rollaway beds are available for $35 per night (upon request) and are only allowed in King size rooms.

Pet Policy: Two pets under 50 lbs at the resort are allowed. First floor rooms have been reserved for guests bringing pets. A $175 non-refundable cleaning fee will be applied at checkout.

Resort Charge and Amenities –  A reduced resort service charge, for MCE Attendees, of $15 per night includes:

In-room coffee station, Coffee in the Lobby 4 am-6 am & Sunrise Wing 4 am-6 am, Refreshment station in the Lobby 10:30 am – 6 pm, Resort beach access, Seasonal poolside amenities, Beach games (March – September), Access to more than 7 miles of bike and walking trails. Access to recreational parks and children’s playgrounds throughout the resort. Unlimited use of health & fitness center, 24/7 access to the hotel gym. Golf driving range privileges and one bucket of range balls. On-property resort transportation service. Unlimited Internet access in all guest rooms and Lobby. Unlimited in-room local & toll-free phone calls, Newspapers in the Lobby, 24/7 access to Gamer’s Lounge, Morning jogger station with water and whole fruit, 5 am-9 am at the hotel entrance, 10% off retail items at Amelia’s Signature Shop, Free kid’s soda at all outlets with souvenir cup, Two magnificent pools, a splash park, tiered lounge seating, two hot tubs, and three fire features offer spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. (Amenities subject to change based on Resort’s policy)

Hotel Parking – Complimentary Self-Parking is available for all MCE Conference attendees. Day-rate for Valet parking is $10.00 plus tax, per vehicle. Overnight Valet rate is $27.00 plus tax per vehicle, per night

Lodging Deposit – Omni Resort: Deposit of 1 Night + tax is due at the time of booking; balance is due to the resort upon arrival. Sandcastles Villas: Deposit of 2 Nights + tax is due at the time of booking; balance is due to the resort upon arrival.

Lodging Cancellations – Terms and conditions as per MCE’s room allotment agreement with conference lodging venue:

  • Cancellation made 31 days or more prior to arrival: A full refund will be issued.
  • Cancellation 30 days or less prior to arrival: No refunds will be issued.
  • No-shows and early departures are considered a cancellation: No refunds will be issued.

All lodging cancellations must be made directly with the lodging venue. Please refer to your lodging confirmation for contact information and policies.

All lodging cancellations must be made directly with the lodging venue. Please refer to your lodging confirmation for contact information and policies.

Register & Book Your Lodging Early! The MCE reduced room rates will be available to registered attendees up until June 15, 2021 (based on availability). Our allotment for reduced room rates may sell out before this date. We urge you to secure your lodging reservation as early as possible. Reduced rates will also be offered 3 nights pre and post-program dates (based on availability).

Room Reservation Guidelines – The lodging reservation link has been created for the MCE Conference continuing medical education program, and only guests that are registered for this CME conference are eligible to use this site in order to access discounted rooms and/or theme park tickets (if applicable).

  • Attendees must register within (7) seven days of booking MCE discounted lodging to avoid cancellations or increased nightly rates (depending on Hotel/Resort policy).
  • We allow a maximum of 2 room reservations per registered attendee, based on availability and rates at the time of booking.
  • Rooms and/or tickets (if applicable) cannot be purchased for the purpose of, or with the intention of being resold.
  • All reservations must be made under the registered attendee’s’ name, as all reservations and ticket orders (if applicable) will be audited against the CME program registration list. Should it be necessary, we reserve the right to contact you to request proof of registration. If it is discovered that the reservation and/or ticket order is not for an MCE Conferences participant, the reservations and/or ticket order may be canceled or modified based on the Hotel/Resort policy, and deposits may not be eligible for a refund.

Please note: In order to provide a quality and interactive CME program, MCE Conferences will limit the number of registrations per conference.

Additional Travel Information

Airport Information – The Omni Amelia Island Plantation is located is approximately 29 miles from the Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) and 4 miles from the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport (FBMA)Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes.

Car Rental – To make your discounted car rental reservation, please click on the following links (please note: car rental company availability may differ based on airport/ destination)

  • AVIS – Click Here and enter G028287 in the “AWD Number” box to receive the Group Discount.
  • Budget – Click Here
  • Enterprise – Click Here and enter XZB6145 to receive the  Group Discount.
  • Hertz – Click Here and check the “Enter a Discount or Promo Code” and “I am a Corporate Customer” boxes. Enter 2086989 in the “Discount/CDP/Club Code” box to receive the Group Discount.
  • Alamo – Click Here and enter 7014125 under Contract ID to receive the Group Discount.
  • National – Click Here and enter XZB6145 under Contract ID to receive Group Discount.

Travel arrangements to and from Omni Amelia Island Plantation from Jacksonville International Airport may be made with the following vendors: (Contact vendors for specific rates)

Dana’s Limousine and Transportation Service* (904) 744-3333, reservations@danaslimo.com

Front Runner Transportation* (904) 714-1277P

This hotel does not provide a shuttle service.

Special Assistance – MCE’s policy is to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If special arrangements are necessary for an individual with a disability to attend a conference, please contact our office at 1-888-533-9031.

Please Note: MCE is not associated with the third-party services listed herein and shall not be liable for any services of such third party providers.

 

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