Primary Care Update – Program Information Coming Soon!

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.

Lodging Reservations – To make your lodging reservation, please Click Here (LINK COMING SOON!). 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 – Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort offers a warm, nature-inspired retreat designed for comfort, convenience, and connection to the Smoky Mountains. Guests can enjoy thoughtfully appointed rooms and suites, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, a resort-style pool, family-friendly dining options, and cozy lounge areas that reflect the beauty of the surrounding landscape. With complimentary transportation to Dollywood parks, exclusive guest benefits, and easy access to nearby attractions, HeartSong provides a relaxing home base for both adventure and downtime.

Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort offers a variety of charming rooms featuring modern amenities with views of the Smoky Mountains. Our standard rooms are perfect for solo travelers, couples and families with features including mini-refrigerators, 42″ flat screen TVs and more.

• King with Sleeper Sofa – $299 Per Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees)
• Double Queen – $299 Per Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees)

Exclusive Privileges For Dollywood Resort Guests (subject to change at Hotel’s Discretion):

• Priority Access
• Complimentary TimeSaver Passes
• Complimentary Door-to-Door Transportation
• Complimentary Package Delivery
• Daily Golden Hour Participation
• Complimentary wi-fi will be available throughout the guest rooms, lobby, common areas, meeting space, and poolside for all guests.
• Complimentary self-parking is available to all registered resort guests including overnight guests; as well as for local/offsite guests driving in for the program for conference days and hours ONLY.

Additional Lodging Information:

Taxes and Fees: A total tax rate currently 12.25% applies to room reservations, which includes 7% state sales tax, 2.75% county/local tax, 2.5% Sevier County lodging tax, and 3% Pigeon Forge city occupancy tax, all applied on top of the nightly rate. (Subject to change)

Check-in/Check-out times: Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. and Check-out time is at 11:00 a.m. Every effort is made to accommodate guests arriving before the check-in time; however, rooms may not be immediately available.

Additional Room Occupants: Rates listed above are for single/double occupancy. Each extra adult sharing a room (after two) may be charged an additional fee based on Hotel policy. Please contact hotel for confirmation on additional occupant fees.

Hotel Parking – Complimentary self-parking is available to all registered resort guests including overnight guests; as well as for local/offsite guests driving in for the program for conference days and hours ONLY.

Lodging Deposit – A deposit equal to one (1) night’s stay plus tax is required and will be charged for each individual’s reservation.

Lodging Cancellations – Terms and conditions as per MCE’s room allotment agreement with the 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.

Register & Book Your Lodging Early! The MCE reduced room rates will be available to registered attendees up until September 1, 2026 (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 for 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.

Airport Information – Most visitors to Dollywood fly into McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) in Knoxville, just 38 miles (1 hour) away and the most convenient option. For broader flight options, Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is 215 miles (3.5–4 hours) away, and Charlotte Douglas (CLT) is about 190 miles (3.5 hours). Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is also a nearby choice at 95 miles (2 hours) from the resort.

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.

Dollywood Resort Ticket Link – To purchase specially-priced Resort Park tickets, please Click Here (Link coming soon – subject to Hotel Provided offers!).

HeartSong Lodge & Resort at Dollywood offers several exclusive on-property guest benefits designed to enhance your visit to Dollywood and Dollywood’s Splash Country (subject to change, please verify current inclusions directly with the resort):

• Preferred Dollywood Resort Guest Perks: Enjoy added value such as early park entry on select days and access to seasonal offerings reserved for Dollywood resort guests.
• Complimentary Resort Transportation: Relax with convenient shuttle service between HeartSong Lodge & Resort, Dollywood, and Dollywood’s Splash Country, allowing easy access without the need for daily park parking.
• Convenient Park Access: Resort guests may take advantage of dedicated drop-off locations for a smooth arrival experience.
• Priority Access to Festivals & Events: Dollywood resort guests often receive advance opportunities for select seasonal experiences and special offerings.

Benefits are subject to change. Please visit the resort website for the most up-to-date details. Click here to learn more about Dollywood’s amazing parks and resorts.

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.