Primary Care Update: Pulmonology, Addiction Medicine, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Sep 25, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026

San Diego - Paradise Point Resort & Spa

In addition to its idyllic year-round temperatures and 70 miles of pristine coastline, San Diego showcases many popular attractions for the whole family to enjoy. Some of these include: Sea World San Diego, LEGOLAND California, the world-famous San Diego Zoo, the Cabrillo National Monument, Balboa Park, and many historic parks and museums. Visit the famous beaches of La Jolla and watch the Sea Lions sun bathing or root for the home team at the Padres stadium downtown. Boasting a citywide population of more than 1.3 million, San Diego is California’s second largest city, and has aptly earned its nickname as “America’s Finest City”. Enjoy the laid-back lifestyle of a beachside retreat with all the amenities of a major metropolis, but with less hustle and bustle.

Tuition

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Early Bird Registration Fee
(early bird rate available until June 25, 2026)
$ 899.00
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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

Primary Care Update: Pulmonology, Addiction Medicine, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
12 Credits

Overview
This conference is designed to provide primary care practitioners with up-to-date, evidence-based information on commonly encountered issues in Pulmonology, Addiction Medicine, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine 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 Pulmonology, Addiction Medicine, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine 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 Pulmonology, Addiction Medicine, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.

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, September 25th

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

Sports Medicine Potpourri: Case-Based Presentation on Common Lower Extremity Sports Medicine Injuries
Objectives: 1) Determine the appropriate imaging, as well as conservative versus surgical treatment options for meniscal tears 2) Review the appropriate imaging for acute foot and ankle cases, including the appropriate treatment for Lisfranc injuries 3) Discuss the diagnosis and treatment for femoral acetabular impingement (FAI)

Alcohol Use Disorders: Screening and Treatment
Objectives: 1) Determine how to appropriately screen for alcohol use and diagnose alcohol use disorder (AUD)2) Discuss FDA-approved and off-label medications for the treatment of AUD 3) Delineate the pros and cons of medications and the indications for each

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Objectives: 1) Review the latest GOLD report update regarding the diagnosis and management of COPD 2) Discuss eosinophil-guided therapy

Saturday, September 26th

Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Objectives: 1) Discuss the risks of sleep apnea and the potential benefits of treatment 2) Review treatment options for sleep apnea

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

Sports Medicine Potpourri: Case-Based Presentation on Common Upper Extremity Sports Medicine Injuries
Objectives: 1) Identify the most up-to-date treatment regarding lateral and medial epicondylitis, including the appropriate imaging modalities 2) Review proper physical exam techniques to identify acute hand injuries, including acute flexor and extensor tendon finger injuries, as well as treatment of thumb ulnar collateral injuries 3) Discuss the best treatment, short- and long-term, for shoulder instability, including shoulder subluxations and shoulder dislocations

Marijuana Use: Trends, Implications and Use Disorder
Objectives: 1) Review current trends in cannabis use with regard to medical cannabis and legal cannabis across the U.S. 2) Identify patients who meet criteria for cannabis use disorder and offer treatment 3) Identify and treat co-occurring mental health problems with cannabis use 4) Implement a multimodal approach to cannabis use and cannabis use disorder

Sunday, September 27th

Chronic Cough
Objectives: 1) Review of the differential diagnosis of chronic cough 2) Discuss how to approach chronic cough due to fibrotic lung disease

Asthma
Objectives: 1) Review the latest inhaler management strategies from the 2022 Global Initiative for Asthma2) Discuss the indications and options for biologic therapy

Managing Opioid Medications in Primary Care: A Review of the New CDC Guidelines
Objective: 1) List the key elements of the new CDC guidelines for managing opioid therapy 2) Develop compassionate, yet objective, evidence-based treatment plans for patients on chronic opioid therapy 3) Identify patients on chronic opioids who may be developing an opioid use disorder

Use and Interpretation of Urine Drug Screens
Objectives: 1) Review the basics of available urine drug testing, and their appropriate use, in the primary care setting 2) Discuss how to interpret basic urine drug screens 3) Discuss common pitfalls in the interpretation of urine drug screens

Tobacco and Vaping: Prevention and Treatment Options
Objectives: 1) Discuss the current trends in tobacco use and vaping in the U.S. 2) Review the FDA-approved medications for the treatment of tobacco use disorder, including vaping 3) Delineate the pros and cons of medications and the indications for each

 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

September 25, 2026

Mission Bay Room

Conference - Day 1

Breakfast for Registered Attendees

Check-In Opens at 7:15 AM

7:30 AM - 11:50 AM

September 26, 2026

Mission Bay Room

Conference - Day 2

Breakfast for Registered Attendees

7:30 AM - 11:50 AM

September 27, 2026

Mission Bay Room

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
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 

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

Accommodations – Paradise Point and its amenities offer a unique San Diego resort experience for both families and couples with a location that is secluded, yet centrally situated; the airport, downtown San Diego and top attractions including Old Town, the San Diego Zoo, and Balboa Park are all just minutes away from our Mission Bay shores.

  • Lanai Garden View Guestroom – $299 + $10RF = $309 Per Room Per Night Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees
    • The most popular room type at our San Diego resort is the intimate 460 square-foot Lanai guest room, offering garden views and patios that lead straight into the natural beauty of these surrounding outdoor areas. Lanai guestrooms have several options for connecting rooms.
    • One queen/one king or two queen beds available with rooms from 460sqft.
  • Lanai Garden Premium Guestroom – $309 + $10RF = $319 Per Room Per Night Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees
    • Upgrade your Lanai guestroom experience with this popular room type. Rooms may include a walk-in closet, preferred location, and/or lagoon view in a luxurious room nestled among the San Diego resort’s lush landscaping. Patio with Resort Garden OR Lagoon Views.
    • One king or two queen beds available with rooms from 460sqft
  • Lanai Bayside Guestroom – $599+ $10RF = $609 Per Room Per Night Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees
    • Upgrade your Lanai guestroom to a Bayside room with a Bayfront Patio Steps from the Sand.
    • One king or two queen beds available with rooms from 460sqft

Guestrooms have a maximum occupancy of four (4) adults per room.

Additional Lodging Information –

Resort Fee: INCLUDED AS THE ADDITIONAL $10 RATEWITHIN THE GROUP RATES ABOVE AND NOT IN ADDITION TO:

The daily Resort Amenities Fee has been discounted to $10.00 per room, per night (reflecting a $46.00 per room, per night value), and includes: High-speed wireless internet; Unlimited use of 5 heated pools (including one adults-only retreat) and the fitness center; Local and domestic phone calls; Island Yoga and Meditation; Two reusable bottles of water in guestroom; Sound bath meditation; Mission Bay Bike Tour; 2 Pickleball courts; Basketball court; 18-Hole miniature golf course; Spikeball; 2 Tennis courts; Volleyball; Lawn checkers; Cornhole; Ping pong; Friendship Bracelets; Football on the beach; Seashell & Rock Painting; Seasonal Activities; Unlimited access to fitness center; Croquet and Horseshoes. Subject to change at Hotel’s discretion. 

Taxes and Fees: Group rates above are subject to tax which is currently 12.75%, applicable California Tourism Assessment Fee, which is currently 0.3%, and the San Diego Tourism District Assessment, which is currently 2% (tax is subject to change).There is an additional per person charge of $20.00 per night for each adult (18yrs and older) over two (2) per room/double occupancy.

Check-in/Check-out: Check-in is after 4:00 p.m. and Check-out is before 11:00 a.m.

Parking: MCE attendees staying overnight will receive discounted overnight parking of $10.00 per car, per night (valued at $49.00 per car, per night). There will be complimentary Parking for all-day guests to accommodate conference hours.

Lodging Deposit – A credit card will be required to secure a room within the group block, with the remaining balance charged 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.

Register & Book Your Lodging Early! The MCE reduced room rates will be available to registered attendees up until August 23, 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.

Additional Travel Information

Airport Information – For transportation planning assistance, please call Instant Service at 858-274-4630.

  • San Diego International (Lindbergh Field) Airport – 10 minutes from hotel.
  • Carlsbad (McClellan – Palomar) Airport – 50 minutes from hotel

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.
  • National – Click Here and enter XZB6145 under Contract ID to receive Group Discount.

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