Office Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Neurology for Primary Care

Apr 23, 2027 – Apr 25, 2027

Scottsdale - Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

Surrounded by the Sonoran Desert and nestled at the foot of Camelback Mountain, Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia sits in Paradise Valley, Arizona. The luxury Scottsdale resort offers easy access to a number of premier shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreation venues. The area boasts more than 125 art galleries and museums in addition to parks and hiking trails. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearly 200 courses in the area for world-class golfing, and Camelback Mountain offers the ideal location to hike and enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine. Nearby music and performance centers present multiple opportunities to listen to regional, national, and internationally acclaimed performers.

Tuition

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Early Bird Registration Fee
(early bird rate available until January 23, 2027)
$ 949.00
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Lodging Reservations*

Tuition Discount Eligibility

MCE Cancellation Policy

Option 1 Option 2
Up to 90 days before conference date Refund - Less $50 processing fee Credit - 100%
Up to 30 days before conference date Refund - Less $100 processing fee Credit - Less $50 processing fee
Up to 7 days before conference date Refund - Less $250 processing fee Credit - Less $100 processing fee
Within 7 days of conference date No Refund Available Credit - Less $250 processing fee
  • 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

Office Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Neurology 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 Office Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Neurology, 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 Office Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, and Neurology to enhance the knowledge base and core competence of attendees. The successful completion of this interactive program will help attendees diagnose, treat, and prescribe 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 Office Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Neurology.

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, April 23rd

Knee Evaluation, Exam, and Imaging Pearls
Objectives: 1) Highlight key questions to ask for the history of a patient presenting with knee pain 2) Describe pertinent knee physical exam findings 3) List which x-ray views are most important 4) Describe when it is appropriate to order an MRI 5) Discuss when it is appropriate to refer to an orthopedic surgeon 6) Participate in a live knee exam demonstration 

Hip and Ankle Evaluations, Exam, and Imaging Pearls
Objectives: 1) Review hip and ankle exam skills 2) Discuss exam findings associated with common hip and ankle conditions 3) Review appropriate imaging modalities for hip and ankle evaluations 

Headaches
Objectives: 1) Review the clinical features of primary headache disorders, such as tension, migraine, and trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias 2) Review the presentation of secondary headache disorders 3) Discuss acute treatment of headaches 4) Review preventative treatment of headaches

Stroke Prevention and Secondary Treatment
Objectives: 1) Review common stroke syndromes and the diagnosis of acute stroke 2) Discuss the treatment of acute stroke 3) Review secondary prevention of acute stroke

Saturday, April 24th

Shoulder Evaluation, Exam, and Imaging Pearls
Objectives: 1) Discuss pertinent surface anatomy and review how to perform a focused shoulder exam in the office 2) Recognize rotator cuff pathology and impingement during a physical exam, and discuss corresponding treatment modalities 3) Review shoulder imaging modalities 4) Participate in a live shoulder exam demonstration    

 Putting it All Together: Case-Based Presentation on Common Sports Medicine Injuries Part I
Objectives: 1) Review common sports injuries and corresponding treatments 2) Discuss the best approach for acute foot and ankle injuries 3) Best options for shoulder instability 4) Review acute hand, wrist, and elbow injury diagnoses and treatment 5) Discuss appropriate treatment for meniscal injuries 

Dementia and Memory Loss
Objective: 1) Develop a deeper understanding of the different types, diagnosis, and treatments for dementia

Classic Presentations of Behavioral Neurology
Objective: 1) Review video presentations of classic disorders in behavioral neurology, including aphasias, neglect syndrome, et cetera

Sunday, April 25th

Putting it All Together: Case-Based Presentation on Common Sports Medicine Injuries Part II
Objectives: 1) Review common sports injuries and corresponding treatments 2) Discuss the appropriate treatment for acute soft tissue injuries 3) Diagnosis and treatment for overuse injuries, including stress fractures 4) Review of femoacetabular impingement (FAI) 5) Discuss when to refer to orthopedic surgery for acute knee injuries 

Office Injections
Objectives: 1) Discuss common in-office injections for shoulder and knee 2) Review corticosteroids and anesthetics used for joint injections 3) Discuss appropriate technique and patient positioning for all injections 

Multiple Sclerosis Update
Objectives: 1) Review the common presentations and diagnosis of multiple sclerosis 2) Discuss the treatment of multiple sclerosis

Parkinson’s Disease Update
Objectives: 1) Review the common presentations and diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease 2) Discuss the treatment of Parkinson’s disease 3) Review the differential diagnosis of possible Parkinson’s disease

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 23, 2027

Omni Conference Center

Conference - Day 1

Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees

Check-In Opens at 7:00 AM

7:30 AM - 11:50 AM

April 24, 2027

Omni Conference Center

Conference - Day 2

Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees

7:30 AM - 11:50 AM

April 25, 2027

Omni 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 (LINK COMING SOON!). If you need assistance, please contact our office at 

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

Accommodations – Book a relaxing retreat in Scottsdale at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia. Our 253 hotel rooms in Paradise Valley feature one king or two queen beds with plush bedding and a private patio or balcony with views of the desert and mountain landscape. Ideal for families, business or solo travel, our hotel rooms in Scottsdale are located near Camelback Mountain and the city, putting you near plenty of things to do. Enjoy amenities like a resort pool, luxury Joya Spa and world-class golf during your stay in Scottsdale.

  • Resort View Guestroom $399 Per Room Per Night Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees: Take in the peaceful views in this beautiful guestroom, overlooking the charming resort and Sonoran Desert landscape. Extend your in-room dining experience out onto your 100 sq. ft. private patio or balcony accented by a luxury chaise lounge. Features: Bedding Type: One King or Two Queen Beds, 400+ sq. ft., Overlooks resort or Sonoran Desert, 100 sq. ft. balcony or patio, Outdoor patio with chaise lounge

Additional Lodging Information:

Resort Fee: MCE attendees booked within the block will receive a reduced resort fee of $10 per room, per night plus tax (normally $50 per room, per night plus tax).
Taxes and Fees: All special guestroom rates are exclusive of appropriate state and local taxes, fees and assessments, currently 13.17% and taxes are subject to change without notice.
Additional Adult Fees: Room rates are quoted for single and double occupancy additional adults will be charged a fee currently $25 per adult, per night. (Subject to Hotel Current Rates)
Maximum Occupancy: King: 2 Guests Per Night or 2 Queens: 4 Guests Per Night
Check-in/ Check out Times: Check-in is at 4:00 PM and Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Reduced Resort Fee and Amenity Inclusions:
In-Room Wi-Fi: including Daily in-room wireless internet access and local or toll-free calls
Signature Gelato Tasting: Daily at Crave Café
Bottled Water: Complimentary at Check-in and Bell Desk
Omni Get Fit Kit: Includes yoga mat, kettlebell, contour weights and more (available upon request)
Omni Sleep Well Kit: Includes ear plugs and eye mask (available upon request)
Joya Spa: 24-hour Fitness Center and daily Fitness Class access, visit our fitness schedule for details
Lawn Games: Complimentary Bocce Ball equipment and more (available at the Front Desk)
Bicycles: Tour the resort and local Paradise Valley neighborhood (available at the Front Desk on a first-come, first-served basis)
Electric Vehicle Charging Station access
The Wall Street Journal: Online access
These items are subject to change at Hotel’s Discretion.

Parking: There is a charge for both self and valet parking. The current self-parking rate is $30.00 per vehicle, per night, and the current overnight valet rate is $35.00. The parking rates that are in effect during the Event may be greater or less and, will be applicable to Attendees that choose to park in the Property’s parking facility. Local and offsite attendees will offered $15 daily self-parking at the hotel during the hours of the conference only

Lodging Deposit – In order to confirm a room assignment, Hotel will require a first night’s deposit.

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.

Register & Book Your Lodging Early! The MCE reduced room rates will be available to registered attendees up until March 18, 2027 (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.

Additional Travel Information

Airport Information – The Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia is approximately:
8.5 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
10 miles from Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
17 miles from Deer Valley Airport (DVT)
12 miles from downtown Phoenix

Airport Transportation –

Shuttles:
To make your shuttle reservation with Shuttle Fare, please Click Here.
To make your shuttle reservation with Airport Shuttles, please Click Here.
To make your shuttle reservation with Airport Shuttle of Phoenix, please Click Here.

Taxis: Taxi’s are available 24 hours from PHX to the Resort.

AAA/Yellow Cab Phone #: 480-888-8888
Mayflower Cab Phone #: 602-955-1355
VIP TAXI Phone #: 602-300-3000

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.

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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