Dermatology and Infectious Diseases for Primary Care
Apr 16, 2027 – Apr 18, 2027
Punta Cana - Dreams Onyx Punta Cana
The conference will be located on the adults only All-Inclusive Breathless Resort side. These resorts are within walking distance. MCE will offer golf cart drop-off access at the start and end of the program each day. Transportation will be provided at the Dreams Onyx lobby for guests preferring not to walk.
Located in Uvero Alto, the newly renovated Dreams Onyx Punta Cana is set on a remote, palm-studded beach. The luxurious suites offer pure pampering with 24-hour room service and an outdoor whirlpool. All ground floor suites are swim-out offering direct access to a pool right from the terrace. With limitless gourmet à la carte dining and unlimited top-shelf beverages at twelve restaurants and eleven bars, you will find everything you’re looking for. With endless land and sea pursuits, parties and live entertainment for all ages, six swimming pools, supervised clubs for kids and teens, a casino, nightclub, and world-class spa, the fun times spent at Dreams Onyx Punta Cana will be unforgettable. A new family section brings even more excitement to the property with a family fun pool featuring a lazy river and four waterslides. Plus, adults can enjoy complete access to the seven bars, eleven restaurants, entertainment, and amenities with Exchange Privileges, right next door at Breathless Punta Cana!
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
Dermatology and Infectious Diseases for Primary Care
12 Credits
Overview
This conference is designed to provide primary care practitioners with up-to-date, evidence-based information on commonly encountered issues in Dermatology and Infectious Diseases 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 Dermatology and Infectious Diseases to enhance attendees’ knowledge base and core competence. 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 Dermatology and Infectious Diseases.
Speakers
Our presenting national faculty speakers make it their professional goal to enhance primary care clinicians’ training. 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.
Schedule
Friday, April 16th
Antimicrobial Stewardship (Part 1)
Objectives: 1) Review the current dilemma with multidrug-resistant organisms, antibiotic shortage, and the history of how we got here 2) Summarize appropriate antimicrobial stewardship principles with specific examples 3) Discuss current criteria for testing for C. diff 4) Describe current treatment strategies for C. diff, with a focus on the treatment guidelines
Antimicrobial Stewardship (Part 2)
Objectives: 1) Review stewardship principles, as it relates to duration and choice for common outpatient conditions, such as URI (sinusitis, bronchitis, otitis), COPD exacerbations, cap, and cystitis 2) Explore strategies to overcome provider and patient expectations, as it relates to antibiotics 3) Describe potential complications of antibiotic overprescribing
Benign Skin Tumors
Objectives: 1) Diagnose common benign skin neoplasms 2) Select proper destructive methods to eliminate benign skin tumors 3) Be aware of serious systemic associations with benign skin neoplasms
Malignant Skin Tumors
Objectives: 1) Diagnose the common malignant skin tumors 2) Understand optimal approach to malignant skin tumors 3) Select cases that should be referred to specialty care
Saturday, April 17th
Adult Vaccines
Objectives: 1) Review ACIP guidelines and recommended vaccines for adults, based on age and risk factors 2) Summarize strategies to improve adult vaccination rates 3) Discuss recent updates and new developments in adult vaccines 4) Emphasize the role of vaccines in preventing serious illnesses in adults
Staphylococcus Aureus Infections
Objectives: 1) Discuss how S. aureus spreads and why MRSA is a growing concern 2) Recognize common S. aureus infections and their symptoms 3) Review the best treatment options for MRSA and MSSA infections 4) Identify ways to prevent the spread of MRSA in healthcare and community settings
Acne/Rosacea Primer
Objectives: 1) Clinically differentiate acne from rosacea 2) Identify differences in etiology between acne and rosacea 3) Employ proper treatments for both acne and rosacea
Cutaneous Signs of Internal Malignancy
Objectives: 1) Recognize criteria for skin findings to be signs of internal malignancy 2) Identify the most common cutaneous signs of internal malignancy 3) Enhance awareness of cutaneous metastatic disease
Sunday, April 18th
Sexually Transmitted Infections
Objectives: 1) Review current STI epidemiology trends and risk factors 2) Recognize key symptoms and diagnostic methods for common STIs 3) Review CDC STI treatment guidelines and discuss updates in evidence-based management 4) Identify strategies for prevention, including vaccination, screening recommendations, and expedited partner therapy
HIV and Hepatitis C in Primary Care
Objectives: 1) Review epidemiology of HIV and hepatitis C in the United States 2) Review screening guidelines for HIV and hepatitis C 3) Summarize recommended treatment options 4) Identify key prevention strategies, including PrEP, PEP, and harm reduction
The Itchy Patient
Objectives: 1) Classify itchy patients into clinical groups, which suggest etiology 2) Know where to look and what to look for when patients present with pruritus 3) Manage the symptom of itch
Skin Disease in Skin of Color
Objectives: 1) Recognize how common diseases may appear differently in skin color patients 2) Identify and manage select skin diseases more common or unique to skin of color patients 3) Understand effects of cultural/medical practices on skin disease in skin of color patients
Please Note: Content is subject to change without notice. Please refer to this activity website for the most current information.
Program Schedule
Date
Location
Description
Time
April 16, 2027
Breathless Punta Cana
Conference - Day 1
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
Check-In Opens at 7:00 AM
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
April 17, 2027
Breathless Punta Cana
Conference - Day 2
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
April 18, 2027
Breathless Punta Cana
Conference - Day 3
Continental 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
MCE Conferences continuing medical education programs are organized by primary care healthcare professionals who are leaders in their field, and MCE Conferences plans to apply for American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) credit for all of its courses prior to the program date.
The College of Family Physicians of Canada – CFPC
The AAFP and the CFPC have a bilateral reciprocal certification agreement whereby: CME/CPD activities held across the Canada – U.S. border are certified according to the nationality of the primary target audiences regardless of where the providers are located. CFPC members who complete any CME/CPD activity certified by the AAFP for Prescribed credit can claim the equivalent number of Mainpro+ Certified or Mainpro+ Certified Assessment credits.
American Osteopathic Association – AOA
The AOA automatically recognizes AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ as AOA Category 2 credit.
American Nurses Credentialing Center – ANCC
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for recertification and continuing education credits. One AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ is equivalent to one contact hour for registered nurses or one advanced practice CNE for nurse practitioners.
Nurse Practitioners
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certified Program (AANPCP) and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.
Physician Assistants
PAs may claim a maximum of 12 Category 1 credits for completing this activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society.
Pharmacology Credits
This course is being reviewed and will be acceptable for up to 12 CME credits; please verify with your Medical Board which hours may be applied toward Pharmacology credit.
Hotel Accommodations
Lodging Reservations – The conference will be located on the adults only All-Inclusive Breathless Resort side. These resorts are within walking distance. The Resort will offer golf cart drop-off access at the start and end of the program each day. Transportation will be provided at the Dreams Onyx lobby for guests preferring not to walk.
TO BOOK LODGING AT THE FAMILY FRIENDLY DREAMS ONYX RESORT:
Step 1: Click HereStep 2: Confirm Resort* “Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa” is selectedStep 3: Enter Preferred Dates and OccupancyStep 4: ENTER PROMOTIONAL CODE: “MCE27” – (DO NOT BOOK DIRECT IF IT DOES NOT LINKED TO MCE27 PLEASE CONTACT INFO@MCECONFERENCES.COM FOR SUPPORT)Step 5: Click Book NowStep 6: Finalize Booking
TO BOOK LODGING AT THE ADULTS ONLY BREATHLESS PUNTA CANA RESORT:
Step 1: Click HereStep 2: Confirm Resort* “Breathless Punta Cana Resort & Spa” is selectedStep 3: Enter Preferred Dates and OccupancyStep 4: ENTER PROMOTIONAL CODE: “MCE27” – (DO NOT BOOK DIRECT IF IT DOES NOT LINKED TO MCE27 PLEASE CONTACT INFO@MCECONFERENCES.COM FOR SUPPORT)
Step 5: Click Book NowStep 6: Finalize Booking
Please note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.
All-Inclusive Plan Features:
- All local taxes and gratuities associated with room charges
- All-inclusive Full breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks each day across multiple restaurants, including multiple a la carte dining options, a buffet restaurant, and a café.
- Welcome cocktail and cool towel
- Unlimited fruit juices and soft drinks
- Concierge and 24-hour front desk
- Pool and beach waiter service
- Outdoor Jacuzzis
- Unlimited International and Domestic premium brand alcoholic beverages
- Mini bar stocked daily with beer, juice, soft drinks and bottled water
- All-inclusive 24-hour room service
- Open air theatre featuring live nightly shows and entertainment (as per hotel program)
- 11 Bars (including 1 swim-up bar, beach bar and lobby bar)
- Fitness center with Air Condition and top-quality sports equipment
- Sports Bar
- Explorer’s Club (ages 3-12) offering supervised children’s activities from 9:00am – 10pm
- Core Zone for teenagers from 13 years old
- Daily activities program: 2 Tennis Courts (located at Breathless Punta Cana), Beach Volleyball, 3 pool tables, Aerobics & water aerobics, Dance Classes, Spanish classes, Big Screen movies on the beach, non-motorized water sports, Snorkeling, Introductory scuba diving lessons in the pool, Sailing, Windsurfing, Kayaks, to name a few
Please note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.
Accommodations and Amenities – A private terrace or balcony and whirlpool are among the many amenities you’ll enjoy. All rooms and suites are non-smoking and have 24-hour room service. Complimentary WiFi. The free mini-bar is refreshed daily, Gilchrist & Soames luxury bath amenities, air conditioning with individual climate control, Flat-screen LED cable TV with remote control, electronic in-suite safe, coffee/tea maker, iron and ironing board, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer. Pull out sofa available in select room categories. Connecting suites, ADA suites, extra beds, and cribs are available upon request. Room inclusions subject to change at hotel’s discretion.
DREAMS ONYX RESORT AND SPA (FAMILY FRIENDLY): Please note: Room categories and bedding are based on availability at the time of request.
- Jr Suite King– King bed or two double beds. Furnished balcony or terrace with hot tub and garden view. Lush garden view. Up to 4 guests with a maximum of 3 adults.
- Single Adult Occupancy: $295.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Double Adult Occupancy: $185.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Triple Adult Occupancy: N/A
- Additional rate information for children listed below.
- Jr Suite Garden View – King bed or two double beds. Furnished balcony or terrace with hot tub and garden view. Lush garden view. Up to 4 guests with a maximum of 3 adults.
- Single Adult Occupancy: $307.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Double Adult Occupancy: $192.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Triple Adult Occupancy: $191.00 Per Person All Inclusive, N/A with King Bedding
- Additional rate information for children listed below.
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- Jr Suite Swim-Up – King bed or two double beds. Furnished terrace with hot tup and direct access to a pool. Pool view. Up to 4 guests with a maximum of 3 adults.
- Single Adult Occupancy: $378.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Double Adult Occupancy: $236.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Triple Adult Occupancy: $235.00 Per Person All Inclusive, N/A with King Bedding
- Additional rate information for children listed below.
- Preferred Club Jr Suite Pool View – King bed or two double beds. Furnished balcony or terrace with whirlpool. Preferred location with a relaxing Pool view. Preferred Club privileges.
- Single Adult Occupancy: $399.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Double Adult Occupancy: $249.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Triple Adult Occupancy: $248.00 Per Person All Inclusive, N/A with King Bedding
- Additional rate information for children listed below.
- Preferred Club Jr Suite Partial Ocean View – King bed or two double beds. Furnished balcony or terrace with whirlpool. Preferred location with a relaxing Pool view. Preferred Club privileges.
- Single Adult Occupancy: $405.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Double Adult Occupancy: $253.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Triple Adult Occupancy: $252.00 Per Person All Inclusive, N/A with King Bedding
- Additional rate information for children listed below.
- Preferred Club Jr Suite Swim-Up – King bed or two double beds. Furnished balcony or terrace with whirlpool. Preferred location with a relaxing Pool view. Preferred Club privileges.
- Single Adult Occupancy: $458.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Double Adult Occupancy: $286.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Triple Adult Occupancy: $285.00 Per Person All Inclusive, N/A with King Bedding
- Additional rate information for children listed below.
*Above rates are quoted in US dollars, per person per night based in the occupancy specified, in Unlimited-Luxury® plan (hotel’s All-Inclusive Plan).
Additional Room Rate Information –
- Child Rate: Children 3-12 years old are $92.00 USD per child per night sharing the room with 2 adults.
- Children under 3 years old stay free.
- Children over 12 are charged at the adult rate.
- Up to 4 guests with a maximum of 3 adults.
BREATHLESS PUNTA CANA RESORT AND SPA (ADULTS ONLY RESORT):
You must be 18+ upon arrival to stay.
- Jr Suite – King bed or two double beds. Furnished balcony or terrace with hot tup. Lush tropical garden view. Up to 3 adults maximum.
- Single Adult Occupancy: $295.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Double Adult Occupancy: $185.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Triple Adult Occupancy: $191.00 Per Person All Inclusive, N/A with King Bedding
- Allure Jr Suite Swim Up – King bed or two double beds. Furnished terrace with hot tup and direct swim-out access to a pool from terrace. Pull and lush tropical garden view. Up to 3 adults maximum.
- Single Adult Occupancy: $378.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Double Adult Occupancy: $239.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Triple Adult Occupancy: N/A
- Jr Suite King Partial Ocean View – King bed or two double beds. Furnished balcony or terrace with hot tup. Lush tropical garden view. Up to 3 adults maximum.
- Single Adult Occupancy: $405.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Double Adult Occupancy: $253.00 Per Person All Inclusive
- Triple Adult Occupancy: N/A
Parking – • Complimentary self and valet-parking for all attendees (if needed) including offsite and local attendees.
Lodging Deposit – A deposit is due at the time of booking, and the full balance will be automatically charged prior to arrival date to the original credit card used when making your reservation. Should this payment decline, you will receive notification from the property at which point you will be given 48-hours to contact the property with full payment. Should the property not receive full payment within these 48-hours, your reservation will be automatically canceled, please ensure your credit card remains up to date. Upon check-in, individuals shall furnish the Hotel with acceptable form of incidentals payment (major credit cards or deposit of $100.00 USD per day), otherwise Guest Will not be allowed check-in.
Lodging Cancellation Policy – Rooms must be canceled directly with the hotel. Rooms canceled from 7 days prior to group arrival date (on or before Wednesday, April 7, 2027): US$50.00 dollars will be charged and remaining amount to be reimbursed. Rooms canceled 6 days or less prior to the scheduled group arrival date, 3 night’s penalty will apply.
Register & Book Your Lodging Early! The MCE reduced room rates will be available to registered attendees up until March 7, 2027 (based on availability). Our 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 Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) is located approximately 26 miles away from the Dreams Onyx.
Airport Transfers – There are numerous websites offering transportation services from the Punta Cana Airport. To assist you with transportation to the hotel, and to view the available options available from the airport please Click Here to visit their website along with other services provided by airport staff. You may also visit the Dreams Onyx property’s website to take advantage of their third party private airport transfer service.
Transportation and Driving Advisory – While in the Dominican Republic, you may encounter road conditions that differ significantly from those in the United States.
Breakdown assistance is limited in urban areas and virtually unavailable in rural areas. Nighttime driving is especially dangerous and should be avoided whenever possible. For your safety, MCE Conferences does not recommend renting a car during your stay. If you plan to explore the areas of the Dominican Republic, we recommend using a tour company, a taxi, or hiring a private driver.
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
- 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.
- National – Click Here and enter XZB6145 under Contract ID to receive Group Discount.
Travel Documents – Travel documents vary based on itinerary. It is the sole responsibility of guests to identify and obtain all required travel documents for the entire duration of their stay and have them available when necessary. Valid travel documents such as passports and visas are required for boarding and re-entry into the United States and other countries.
All guests must carry a valid passport. Passports must be valid for at least six months after your return date of travel. Guests are responsible to ensure the validity dates of passport and to secure proper documentation for countries visited. Please consult your respective State Department or Foreign Ministry for specific Visa and entry requirements for countries scheduled on your travel itinerary. For U.S. citizens, further information can be found by visiting the Travel Website. Consult your healthcare professional for any inoculations you may require, or contact the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) toll-free at 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636) or online at the CDC Website
Note: If your passport is lost or stolen on a trip, you could be denied entry into your home country. To avoid this issue, we recommend following some practical steps: Make two copies of your passport ID page – that’s the page with your picture, your date of birth, etc. This can be an image scan or hard copy. Give one copy to someone you trust – a friend, family member, or assistant – in case you need to contact them while on your trip. Keep the other copy with you. If it’s printed, put it in your carry-on (not your checked luggage – that could go missing). If it’s an electronic copy, make sure you have access to it when you leave the U.S. (on your mobile device, or in your e-mail, for example).
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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