Infectious Diseases and Geriatrics for Primary Care
Mar 27, 2026 – Mar 29, 2026
Riviera Maya / Cancun - Dreams Jade Resort
This program includes 2.0 hours of content intended to meet the MATE Act requirements.
Riviera Maya is truly a Caribbean Oasis located on 80 miles of the Yucatan Peninsula with stunningly beautiful fine-powder sand beaches and clear turquoise water. The Riviera Maya is world renowned for snorkeling and scuba diving. The coral reef system just off the coast offers some of the most colorful variety of marine life. As one of the top ecotourism destinations, the Riviera Maya remains undeveloped in many restricted areas. You will find mostly charming fishing villages that dot this area along with some ancient Mayan ruins. The Dreams Jade Riviera Cancun is close to Puerto Morelos and only 12 miles south of Cancun airport. This all inclusive resort offers luxury comfort combined with local hospitality.
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
Infectious Diseases and Geriatrics for Primary Care
12 Credits
This program includes 2.0 hours of content intended to meet the Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) Act requirements for DEA license renewal.
Overview
This conference is designed to provide primary care practitioners with up-to-date, evidence-based information on commonly encountered issues in Infectious Diseases and Geriatrics 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 Infectious Diseses and Geriatrics, to enhance 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 Infectious Diseases and Geriatrics.
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.
Schedule
Friday, March 27th
Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
Objectives: 1) Recognize the risk factors, anatomy, microbiology, and management of common skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs) 2) Differentiate between purulent and non-purulent SSTIs 3) Evaluate emerging concerns in SSTIs.
Primary Care-Associated Infections: Part 1
Objectives: 1) Apply evidence-based guidelines to diagnose and manage selected primary care-associated infections 2) Differentiate between asymptomatic bacteriuria and urinary tract infections 3) Discuss the management of pharyngitis and community-acquired pneumonia 4) Identify patients who require infective endocarditis prophylaxis
Multimorbidity: Discussing Goals of Care and the Challenging Decisions
Objectives: 1) Illustrate the four principles of clinical ethics 2) Discuss principles of shared decision-making and the challenges to achieving this 3) Define the “technological imperative” and how it applies in the care of seriously ill patients 4) Interpret preferences regarding survival, quality-of-life, and cost to patients for optimal patient-centered outcomes
Opioids and Pain Management in the Seriously Ill
Objectives: 1) Discuss how pain management strategies may vary in seriously ill patients, those approaching end-of-life, or those with chronic pain syndromes 2) Describe differences between dose, onset and duration of opioids based on drug formulation, route administered and tolerance 3) List commonly encountered opioid side-effects
Saturday, March 28th
Non-Malignant Pain Considerations and Safe Opioid Prescribing
Objectives: 1) Develop a deeper understanding of the neurobiology of chronic pain and how this relates to pharmacologic targets 2) Develop a data-driven and practical understanding of dosing, benefits, and side-effects of common non-opioid pharmacologic agents 3) Review pharmacologic algorithms for treating common pain syndromes, such as acute back pain, fibromyalgia, and neuropathic pain 4) Develop a practical approach to opioid risk stratification and identification of opioid use disorder
Polypharmacy and Pearls for Non-Pain Symptom Management in the Elderly
Objectives: 1) Compare and contrast efficacy of antiemetics and how to select appropriate medication based on patient symptom profile 2) Interpret evidence of the role of oxygen and opioids in treatment of dyspnea 3) Describe common management strategies for patients who are receiving comfort cares
Primary Care-Associated Infections: Part 2
Objectives: 1) Apply evidence-based approaches to the diagnosis and management of some common viral and diarrheal infections 2) Recognize the epidemiology and clinical features of waterborne and recreational water-associated infections 3) Utilize appropriate laboratory testing and diagnostic strategies
Clostridioides Difficile
Objectives: 1) Recognize the epidemiology, risk factors, and clinical presentation of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) 2) Apply evidence-based guidelines to diagnostic and treatment strategies for CDI 3) Evaluate management options for recurrent CDI
Sunday, March 29th
Infectious Diseases 2026: An Update
Objectives: 1) Identify emerging infectious disease threats 2) Recognize important recent literature in the field of infectious diseases 3) Evaluate recent advancements in infectious disease management 4) Assess the impact of climate change on infectious diseases
Mimics of Infectious Diseases
Objectives: 1) Briefly discuss diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision-making 2) Review causes of fever of unknown origin (FUO) 3) Differentiate between infectious diseases and their mimics 4) Recognize key clinical presentations of selected non-infectious conditions that mimic infections in a case-based format
Differentiating and Diagnosing Delirium, Dementia, and Depression in the Elderly
Objectives: 1) Become familiar with the diagnosis of major depression and its epidemiology in older adults 2) Discuss two quick office-based screening tools 3) Review evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological management strategies 4) Differentiate depression and pseudodementia from dementia and delirium
Approaches to Early-and Late-Stage Dementia Syndromes
Objectives: 1) Compare cognitive impairment and dementia, and discuss the common trajectories of each 2) Interpret the best evidence in investigating the role of nutritional support in patients with dementia 3) Describe common prognostic scales for patients with dementia, including the Mitchell Mortality Index and the FAST Score
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
March 27, 2026
Dreams Jade Conference Center
Conference - Day 1
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
Check-In Opens at 7:15 AM
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
March 28, 2026
Dreams Jade Conference Center
Conference - Day 2
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
March 29, 2026
Dreams Jade Conference Center
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 -To make your lodging reservation, please Click Here. If you need assistance, please contact our office at info@mceconferences.com.
The MCE Group Code: MCECON26
Please note: Room categories and bedding are based on availability at the time of request.
All Inclusive Plan Features – The Dreams Jade Riviera Cancun is the perfect choice for your holiday. With the All Inclusive option, you’ll get more for your money.
Your stay includes a welcome drink and fresh scented towels, Theme Nights, Luxury accommodations Nightly Entertainment, Buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks Daily activities program, 5 Gourmet A la carte restaurants and 5 bars 2 Paddle Tennis courts, Unlimited domestic and international drinks from 10 am to 1 am. Non motorized water sports, 24-hour room service Quiet pool featuring one swim up bar, Wait service at the pool and beach from 10 am to 5 pm Beach bar, Daily stocked mini-bar with soft drinks, bottled water & beer Pool featuring one swim up bar. Kid’s pool. Explorer’s Club (ages 3 to 12), Fitness/Gym: including cardio-conditioning Teen’s activities program facilities, treadmills, bicycles, and free weights. Diving lessons in pool, 2,640 feet of crystal White sand Air conditioned theater, 3 Tennis courts Lodging tax and service charges, Self parking
Accommodations and Amenities – A private terrace or balcony and whirlpool are among the many amenities you’ll enjoy. Dreams Jade Riviera Cancun features 550 ultra-comfortable suites, each inspired by the turquoise sea and Cancun’s mesmerizing sunsets. All rooms and suites are non-smoking, use proximity keys and have 24-hour room service.
IN ROOM AMENITIES INCLUDE: King size bed or two double beds, Private, furnished balcony or terrace, marble floors, complimentary mini-bar refreshed daily with beer, soft drinks and bottled water, spacious bathroom with Jacuzzi for two, Gilchrist & Soames luxury bath amenities, 24-hour room service, air conditioning with individual climate control, cable TV, alarm clock with MP3/iPod docking station, electronic in-suite safe, electronic keyhole, coffee/tea maker, iron and ironing board, bathrobes and slippers, hair dryer, direct-dial telephone, unlimited connectivity. Connecting suites, ADA suites, extra beds and cribs are available upon request. All suites are non-smoking.
The below rates are quoted in US dollars, per person, per night according to the room occupancy in Unlimited-Luxury® plan
Maximum people per room are: 2 Adults + 2 kids or 3 Adults + 1 Kid.
Children 0-2 years are free. 3-12 years pay $80 per night and 13 years and up pay adult rate
IMPORTANT: Please note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.
JUNIOR SUITE KING
SGL – $ 366 Per Person All-Inclusive
DBL – $229 Per Person All-Inclusive
TRP – N/A in King
JUNIOR SUITE DOUBLE
SGL – $ 377 Per Person All-Inclusive
DBL – $235 Per Person All-Inclusive
TRP- $233 Per Person All-Inclusive
JUNIOR SUITE TROPICAL VIEW KING
SGL – $ 384 Per Person All-Inclusive
DBL – $240 Per Person All-Inclusive
TRP – N/A in King
JUNIOR SUITE TROPICAL VIEW DOUBLE
SGL – $ 391 Per Person All-Inclusive
DBL – $245 Per Person All-Inclusive
TRP- $242 Per Person All-Inclusive
JUNIOR SUITE PARTIAL OCEAN VIEW KING
SGL – $ 410 Per Person All-Inclusive
DBL – $257 Per Person All-Inclusive
TRP – N/A in King
JUNIOR SUITE PARTIAL OCEAN VIEW DOUBLE
SGL – $421 Per Person All-Inclusive
DBL – $263 Per Person All-Inclusive
TRP- $260 Per Person All-Inclusive
JUNIOR SUITE OCEAN FRONT
SGL – $550 Per Person All-Inclusive
DBL – $275 Per Person All-Inclusive
TRP- $272 Per Person All-Inclusive
FAMILY SUITE TROPICAL VIEW
SGL – $732 Per Person All-Inclusive
DBL – $366 Per Person All-Inclusive
TRP- $363 Per Person All-Inclusive
PREFERRED CLUB SUITE OCEAN VIEW
SGL – $554 Per Person All-Inclusive
DBL – $277 Per Person All-Inclusive
TRP – $274 Per Person All-Inclusive
PREFERRED CLUB SUITE OCEAN FRONT
SGL – $ 572 Per Person All-Inclusive
DBL – $286 Per Person All-Inclusive
TRP – $284 Per Person All-Inclusive
PREFERRED CLUB GOVERNOR SUITE
SGL – $1,144 Per Person All-Inclusive
DBL – $572 Per Person All-Inclusive
RATES INCLUDE
- Welcome drink and fresh scented towels
- Limitless access to gourmet à la carte dining options without reservations required
- Unlimited international and domestic top-shelf spirits
- Unlimited natural fruit juices and soft drinks
- Room and concierge services (hours may vary)
- Pool and beach wait service
- Daily refreshed mini-bar with soft drinks, juice, bottled water and beer
- Daily maid service
- Endless daytime activities and live nightly entertainment
- Theme parties, oceanfront bars and entertainment venues
- No wristbands required
- Wi-Fi
- 3 heated Pools – Main pool with swim up bar, children’s pool, and adults-only pool for Preferred Club guests
- Concierge services
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- 9 Elevators – 1 elevator per building
- Air-conditioned theater
- Fitness center
- Explorer’s Club for Kids (3 to 12 years old)
- Core Zone for teens (13 – 17 years old)
- 2 Tennis courts
- 1 mini golf
- All taxes and gratuities (except for 16% VAT)
- Beach Access
- Non motorized water sports
- Buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
- Self parking
Gratuities: Included on the rate.
Taxes: Aggregated Value Tax, currently 16% is not included on the rate; all other local taxes are included on the rate. (Meeting attendees are generally exempt of VAT tax, after attendees complete a simple procedure, however this exemption can be revoked by Hotel, state, local, or federal government at any time with VAT tax added in addition to the above rates.)
Parking – Complimentary parking is generally available for all MCE Conferences attendees staying on site, however please contact the hotel for confirmation if you are planning to park at the hotel overnight. Local and offsite attendees are also generally offered complimentary parking when attending onsite programs, however, we recommend confirming parking rates with the property if you are not staying onsite.
Lodging Deposit – Lodging Deposit – A deposit of 1-night is due at the time of booking. The full balance will be automatically charged 30-days 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 cancelled and your rate will no longer be guaranteed.
Reservation Modification Fees are as Follows – Reservations modified will be charged a fee of $50USD except when lengthening stays. This $50 penalty is assessed to cover administrative fees.
Lodging Cancellation Policy – Reservations cancelled from the time the reservation is made until 31 days prior to arrival date will incur a fee of $50.00. Reservations cancelled within 30 days of arrival date will be under full penalty and no refunds will be issued. No show reservations are also charged full penalty, 100% of reservation amount.
INDIVIDUAL BOOKINGS CHARGING PROCESS AND CANCELLATION POLICIES (MORE INFO):
Separate individual folios will be established for all guests to cover all charges. Guests before departure from hotel must settle individual folios, and they will be subject to the following cancellation policies and credit card charging process:
1. Reservations will only be confirmed when a valid credit card has been applied.
2. Credit cards that fail will result in a reservation not being confirmed. Clients will need to go through the booking process again and apply a valid credit card.
3. 1-night Deposits – Clients make their reservation either on the website or via the call center will automatically be charged the 1-night deposit. This 1-night deposit is attached to the rate that is booked.
4. Final Payment – Clients will be advised during the booking process and also in their email confirmation that the final payment will automatically be applied to their credit card 30 days prior to check-in automatically. The final payment is collected as described below.
a. Credit card fails during final payment attempt – Clients will receive an email stating that the payment could not be applied as the card had failed. If we do not receive valid payment within the two business days the reservation will automatically cancel. Resorts will be copied in on this cancellation email.
b. Clients email bounces – there is a report that will be received every two hours of the reservations with emails that have bounced. Attempts will be made to contact the guest and collect the balance due. Again, if we do not receive payment from the guest within two business days, the reservation will automatically cancel, therefore please ensure your credit card was charged.
c. Client arrives with a cancelled reservation – only if there are rooms available then the current rate (or original booking rate if available – not guaranteed) should be advised and payment in full taken at resort.
5. Reservations modified once payment in full is received will be assessed a fee of $50, except for lengthening stay. This $50 penalty is assessed by AMR Direct LLC, to cover administrative fees.
6. Clients that choose to cancel their reservation 31 days or more will be charged a fee of $50. If the client cancels 30 days or less prior to arrival thed the full penalty is assessed and no $50 fee is charged. This $50 penalty is assessed by AMR Direct LLC, to cover administrative fees.
7. Clients will arrive in resort with a full prepaid reservation.
Passport Policy: It is important to note, passports must be valid for up to six months at time of arrival to your travel destination. Passport and visa information may be obtained by contacting the Travel Advisory Section of the U.S. State Department at (202) 647-5225 or by visiting the State Department website at http://www.state.gov/travel. Please be advised, any cancelations due to lack of correct travel documentation will incur penalties as per Hotel’s policy at time of booking. Concerns about the required travel documents may be resolved by contacting the appropriate consulate or embassy.
Register & Book Your Lodging Early! The MCE reduced room rates will be available to registered attendees up until February 14, 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 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 cancelled 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 amount of registrations per conference.
Offsite Guests & Day Passes: The hotel will allow offsite clients onto the property on a complimentary basis so long as there is no access to all-inclusive features and offsite guests are only allowed access to the MCE meeting room. Day passes are also available at $125 per person per day, that will include lunch, coffee breaks, taxes and gratuities for those participants that are not staying at the hotel.
Additional Travel Information
Airport Information – The Cancun International Airport (CUN) is located approximately 18 miles away from Dreams Jade Riviera Cancun.
Airport Transfers – There are numerous websites offering transportation services from the Cancun Airport, these companies ARE NOT authorized nor allowed to pick up passengers at the airport or any other location in Cancun – Riviera Maya. To assist you with your transportation needs, special discounted rates have been negotiated by the Cancun International Airport. Shuttles, Transfers, Private and VIP transportation services are available through their website along with other complementary services provided by airport staff. To make an airport shuttle reservation, please Click Here.
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 MCE Conferences 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.
- 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 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).
Local and Offsite Guests: The hotel will allow offsite clients onto the property on a complimentary basis so long as there is no access to all-inclusive features and offsite guests are only allowed access to the MCE meeting room during conference hours. GROUP IS AWARE OFFSITE GUESTS WILL HAVE NO ACCESS OUTSIDE OF GENERAL SESSION ROOM OR AT ANY OUTLETS/POOLS/RESTAURANTS/BAR. Please contact MCE Conferences at info@mceconferences.com if you are interested in purchasing a Day Pass to access the all-inclusive features. The hotel may at their discretion arrange a few passes complimentary on a first-come-first serve basis, otherwise passes will be: $65.00 usd per person, per day.
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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Register Early! In order to provide a quality and interactive 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.