Internal Medicine Update and Psychiatry for Primary Care
May 15, 2026 – May 17, 2026
Napa / Sonoma Wine Country - The Westin Verasa Napa
Nestled in the heart of California’s wine country, The Westin Verasa Napa provides a tranquil escape perfect for any wine lover or foodie. With its prime riverfront location just steps from downtown Napa’s tasting rooms, boutiques, and culinary hot spots, the hotel offers easy access to the best of this charming town. Inside, modern, spacious suites invite relaxation with signature Westin Heavenly® Beds, while the heated saltwater pool and hot tub offer a refreshing respite from a day of vineyard-hopping. Don’t miss a meal at the on-site La Toque restaurant, led by chef Ken Frank, which has earned both Michelin-star status and acclaim for its inventive, farm-driven cuisine. Stay just down the road from Oxbow Public Market and right across the street from the famous Napa Wine Train. Immerse yourself in Napa Valley world-class wineries and spend some time exploring the vibrant downtown retail and dining district. Whether you’re savoring world-class wines, unwinding at the spa, or discovering Napa’s lively culture, The Westin Verasa Napa sets the stage for a truly memorable getaway.
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
Internal Medicine Update and Psychiatry 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 Internal Medicine and Psychiatry, 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 Internal Medicine and Psychiatry, to enhance the knowledge-base and core competence of attendees. The successful completion of this interactive program will help you in 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 Internal Medicine and Psychiatry
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, May 15th
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
Depression in Primary Care I: Practical Strategies for Diagnosis, Treatment, and Referral
Objectives: 1) Recognize key clinical features and red flags for diagnosing major depressive disorder, including when urgent management is needed 2) Select evidence-based treatment strategies—pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic—tailored to depression severity and patient profile 3) Apply practical decision-making tools to determine when referral to psychiatry is appropriate, including in complex or treatment-resistant cases
8:30 AM – 8:35 AM ~ BREAK
8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
Depression in Primary Care II: Advanced Topics
Objectives: 1) Understand the foundations of treatment-resistant depression and how to treat 2) Identify early signs of bipolar disorder and mixed features in patients presenting with depressive symptoms to avoid misdiagnosis and inappropriate antidepressant monotherapy 3) Discuss the evidence base and practical considerations for neuromodulation and novel/emerging therapies, including electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), esketamine, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and psilocybin-assisted therapy
9:35 AM – 9:45 AM ~ BREAK
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
What’s New in Cancer Screening
Objectives: 1) Review recent literature that inform best practices for cancer screening in primary care 2) Understand recent updates to USPSTF and ACS recommendations for cancer screening 3) Balance patient acceptability and convenience with high yield screening that reduces cancer specific mortality 4) Apply guidelines to clinical practice with focused, practical strategies to improve patient care
10:45 AM – 10:50 AM ~ BREAK
10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
Hypertension in the Elderly
Objectives: 1) Learn the impact of isolated systolic hypertension in the elderly and a J-shaped curve for diastolic blood pressure 2) Understand the optimal target blood pressure for older patients as compared to the general population 3) Describe which drug classes are optimal for pharmacotherapy of hypertension in the elderly 4) Develop a practical approach to balancing benefit of pharmacotherapy with risks due to frailty and falls
Saturday, May 16th
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
Resistant Hypertension
Objectives: 1) What is pseudo-resistant hypertension 2) Describe the highest yield common causes of resistant hypertension 3) Learn when to screen for aldosteronism 4) Understand current approaches to sequential pharmacotherapy for resistant hypertension with a strong focus on spironolactone
8:30 AM – 8:35 AM ~ BREAK
8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
New Drugs for Primary Care Practice
Objectives: 1) Review recently approved drugs and those in the pipeline that will have the largest impact 2) Review the efficacy, side-effects, and cost of important novel drugs 3) Discuss the role of recently approved medications and their place among existing therapies
9:35 AM – 9:45 AM ~ BREAK
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
Psycho-Oncology: Managing Mental Health in Cancer and Survivorship
Objectives: 1) Describe how psychiatric symptoms affect the outcomes of cancer patients 2) Discuss treatment options for depression, anxiety, and other commonly occurring mental health and quality-of-life concerns in the oncology population 3) Understand the relationship between the brain and body in the cancer setting
10:45 AM – 10:50 AM ~ BREAK
10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
Diagnosis and Management of Insomnia
Objectives: 1) Describe the epidemiology and clinical features of insomnia 2) Discuss how to diagnose insomnia and distinguish it from other psychiatric conditions 3) Review behavioral and pharmacologic management strategies for various sleep disturbances
Sunday, May 17th
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
Is it All in My Head?: Demystifying Somatic Symptom Disorders
Objectives: 1) Define the recently reclassified somatic symptom and related disorders in the DSM-5 2) Recognize common challenges and pitfalls when diagnosing and treating patients with somatic symptoms 3) Determine when referral to a mental health provider is appropriate
8:30 AM – 8:35 AM ~ BREAK
8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
Interactive Case-Based Session
Objectives: 1) Apply evidence-based psychiatric principles to real-world cases of depression and other commonly encountered mental health concerns in primary care 2) Develop practical strategies for managing common clinical dilemmas, such as antidepressant side effects, partial response, medication adherence, and patient resistance to mental health treatment 3) Reflect on and learn from peer-submitted cases, gaining insights into varied practice approaches and expanding confidence in treating mood disorders in the primary care setting
9:35 AM – 9:45 AM ~ BREAK
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
Common Diagnostic Dilemmas
Objectives: 1) Recognize symptoms and signs that may be red flags for serious medical conditions 2) Recognize “can’t miss” diagnoses when faced with a challenging patient that may have potentially confusing symptoms 3) Discuss which symptoms and exam findings are most helpful when faced with a patient for whom “can’t miss” diagnoses remain possible 4) Review clinical decision-making rules to refine diagnostic probabilities
10:45 AM – 10:50 AM ~ BREAK
10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
Treatment of Migraine and Tension-Type Headache
Objectives: 1) Discuss recent guidelines regarding the proper role of acute treatments for migraine 2) Outline an approach to preventive therapy for patients with disabling migraines 3) Appropriately use CGRP-based treatments for prevention of acute migraine 4) Determine which complementary and alternative treatments are effective for headache disorders
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
May 15, 2026
Westin Conference Center
Conference - Day 1
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
Check-In Opens at 7:15 AM
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
May 16, 2026
Westin Conference Center
Conference - Day 2
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
May 17, 2026
Westin 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
The AAFP has reviewed Internal Medicine Update and Psychiatry for Primary Care and deemed it acceptable for up to 12.00 Live AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 05/15/2026 to 05/17/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1.
The College of Family Physicians of Canada – CFPC
Members of the College of Family Physicians of Canada are eligible to receive Mainpro+ Certified, Certified Assessment, or Non-Certified credits for participation in this activity due to a reciprocal agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians.
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 has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 12 CME credits; please verify with your Medical Board which hours may be applied toward Pharmacology credit.
Hotel Accommodations
We are currently past our group reservation cutoff date with the property. We may have some rooms available, however this is not guaranteed. Please email info@mceconferences.com to check availability of these final rooms.
If no rooms remain available, please click here for nearby lodging options or call (707) 257-1800 to confirm if the Westin Verasa Napa has remaining availability for you to book direct.
Please note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.
Accommodations: Embrace revitalizing comfort in the upscale rooms and suites at this modern California hotel
- Deluxe King Room – $389 Nightly (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) 475sqft/43sqm – Max Occupancy 2 – 1 King, Kitchenette, Mini fridge, Microwave, Coffee/tea maker. Experience ultimate comfort in the Deluxe King guestrooms, featuring the plush Westin Heavenly® Bed, modern décor, and ample natural light that showcases the beauty of Napa. Elevate your stay with thoughtful amenities like a mini-fridge, marble bathroom, and a cozy seating area—perfect for unwinding after a day of wine tasting.
- One Bedroom Suite w/ Sofa Bed Room – $459 Nightly (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) 630sqft/57sqm – Max Occupancy 4 – 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King, Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Coffee/tea maker. Discover elevated comfort in the One Bedroom Suite with Sofa Bed, where a separate living room provides extra space for families or small groups. Revel in Westin’s signature amenities—from the plush Heavenly® Bed to the thoughtfully equipped kitchenette—ensuring a relaxing retreat after exploring Napa’s vibrant wine country.
Amenity Fee – The Westin’s nightly amenity fee is $25.00, per night and includes underground covered valet parking, morning coffee service in the lobby, guest room wireless standard internet access in guest rooms and meeting space, local and 800 number calls, one bottle of water each night, access to the heated saltwater pool and whirlpool, use of the Bocce Ball Courts, Westin Workout Fitness Studio, and business center services.
Additional Lodging Information
- Additional Guests: There may be an extra charge for additional guests beyond standard single/double occupancy.
- Taxes: Room rates are subject to all applicable occupancy taxes, currently 15.195%. All taxes are subject to change.
- Amenity Fee: $25.00 per room, per night plus tax.
- Check-in/out: Check in time is 4pm and checkout time is 12pm.
Parking – Overnight valet parking for one car is included in the nightly amenity fee for the guestroom. Self-parking on the street is available first come, first serve. Valet parking is $10 per car for guests visiting the Hotel for an event and not staying overnight. Hotel attendants can provide guests directions to the nearest available parking if the Hotel lot is full. Parking is prohibited in the Wine Train and Umpqua Bank parking lots and cars parked in these areas will be towed.
Lodging Deposit – A Credit Card is used at the time of booking to guarantee your reservation. Balance due to the hotel upon arrival. In the event that a guest who has reserved a guest room within Group’s guest room block cancels within 5 days of arrival, “No Shows,” or checks out prior to the guest’s reserved checkout date, a late cancel/no show/ early departure fee of one night’s room and tax will be charged to that guest’s individual account. Guest wishing to avoid this fee must advise Hotel 5 days before check-in of any change in the scheduled length of stay or cancel their stay entirely.
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 April 7, 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
San Francisco International (SFO)
Distance: 58.7 miles
Time: 1 hour 19 minutes
Oakland International (OAK)
Distance: 51 miles
Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Sacramento International (SMF)
Distance: 66.8 miles
Time: 1 hour 9 mins
Sonoma County Airport (STS)
Distance: 49.9 miles
Time: 1 hour 5 mins
San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Distance: 83.2 miles
Time: 1 hour 28 minutes
Airport Transportation – To make your airport transfer reservation, please click on the following links:
Napa Airporter: 707-252-1900 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
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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