Addiction Medicine and Women’s Health for Primary Care

Feb 18, 2023 – Feb 20, 2023

Riviera Maya / Cancun - Dreams Jade Resort

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.

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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

Addiction Medicine and Women’s Health 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 Addiction Medicine and Women’s Health, 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 Addiction Medicine and Women’s Health, with the goal of enhancing 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 Addiction Medicine and Women’s Health.

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.

Topics and Objectives

Saturday, February 18

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
The Neurobiology of Addiction and Implications for Treatment: Part I
Objectives: 1) Discuss the basic elements of drive and cognition in the neurobiology of addiction 2) Distinguish between reward and anti-reward brain circuitry 3) Describe the concept of interoception

8:30 AM – 8:35 AM: BREAK

8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
The Neurobiology of Addiction and Implications for Treatment: Part II
Objectives: 1) List three safe and effective psychosocial interventions for the treatment of substance use disorders 2) Describe the impulsivity-compulsivity spectrum of illness as it applies to the behavioral addictions

9:35 AM – 9:45 AM: BREAK

9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT): Is It Hot in Here or Is It Me?Objectives: 1) Review the definition and diagnosis of menopause 2) Understand MHT indications and contraindications 3) Determine how to manage menopause without medications 4) Discuss the Women’s Health Initiative study – it’s impact and subsequent interpretation 5) Review MHT options 6) Examine bio-identical and non-hormonal medications for menopausal symptoms 7) Determine MHT decisions in special circumstances like premature menopause, perimenopause, and/or a history of breast cancer

10:45 AM – 10:50 AM: BREAK

10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
Chief Complaint: ‘My Periods Are Being Weird’ – Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Objectives: 1) Create a differential diagnosis 2) Understand how the patient’s history and physical exam can help you 3) Understand which labs and imaging are needed 4) Determine appropriate treatment options

Sunday, February 19

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
STI Update
Objectives: 1) Discuss updates on GC/CT rates in the US 2) Identify the effects of COVID on STI rates 3) Discuss reasons for the increase in STI rates 4) Review the new STI treatment guidelines from the CDC 5) Determine who should be tested for syphilis and how 6) Discuss the new HIV screening test

8:30 AM – 8:35 AM: BREAK

8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
Gender Diversity and Health Care
Objectives: 1) Understand concepts and terminology that are in use today 2) Discuss the medical and surgical components of gender transition 3) Review clinical guidelines for hormone therapy for gender transition 4) Discuss special considerations in general healthcare and cancer screening for gender diverse individuals 5) Implement strategies to make your healthcare setting more inclusive

9:35 AM – 9:45 AM: BREAK

9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
The Opioid Epidemic in 2023
Objectives: 1) Identify the origins and current state of the opioid crisis in the US 2) Discuss the clinical use of buprenorphine in the treatment of opioid use disorders

10:45 AM – 10:50 AM: BREAK

10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
The Pharmacotherapy of Alcohol Use Disorders
Objectives: 1) Use the three steps of “brief intervention” in everyday clinical practice 2) List three FDA-approved pharmacological treatments for alcohol use disorders

Monday, February 20

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
The Technological Addictions
Objectives: 1) List five forms of technological addictions as they appear in the scientific literature of 2022 2) Describe the psychology and culture surrounding non-pathological use of technology, and distinguish between normal use and addiction 3) Discuss adverse consequences of technological addictions on mental health in vulnerable populations

8:30 AM – 8:35 AM: BREAK

8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
Putting It All Together: Treating Addiction in Everyday Clinical Practice
Objectives: 1) Solve a ten-case quiz on medications used in the treatment of substance use disorders 2) Treat patients who suffer from dual diagnosis, such as addiction and other psychiatric disorders

9:35 AM – 9:45 AM: BREAK

9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
Clinical Challenges with Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptive (LARC) Methods
Objectives: 1) Review medical eligibility criteria for contraceptive methods 2) Discuss the current length of effectiveness and extended use of LARCs 3) Discuss IUDs for emergency contraception 4) Discuss the management of side-effects of LARCs 5) Review technical pearls for LARC insertions and/or removals 6) Effectively manage IUD challenges, such as missing strings, stenotic cervical canal, embedment, IUD fracture, et cetera

10:45 AM – 10:50 AM: BREAK

10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
Breast Cancer Screening in Primary Care
Objectives: 1) Assess risk of breast cancer for your individual patient 2) Review screening methods for breast cancer in average-risk women – when to start, how often, and which imaging modalities to use 3) Determine best screening methods for women with dense breasts 4) Determine best screening method for women with an increased risk for breast cancer – risk calculators, genetic testing, enhanced screening, and risk-reducing therapies 5) Review best management strategies for common breast complaints

Please Note: Content is subject to change without notice. Please refer to the activity website for the most current information.

Program Schedule

Date

Location

Description

Time

February 18, 2023

Dreams Jade Conference Center

Conference - Day 1

Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees

Check-In Opens at 7:00 AM

7:30 AM - 11:50 AM

February 19, 2023

Dreams Jade Conference Center

Conference - Day 2

Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees

7:30 AM - 11:50 AM

February 20, 2023

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 pointsin 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 Addiction Medicine and Women’s Health for Primary Care and deemed it acceptable for up to 12.00 Live AAFP Prescribed credits. Term of Approval is from 02/18/2023 to 02/20/2023. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AMA/AAFP Equivalency: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 – Mainpro-M1

The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) is the accrediting body for family medicine continuing medical education (CME) in the United States of America. CFPC members who complete any live CME/CPD program accredited by the AAFP for Prescribed credit can claim the equivalent number of Mainpro-M1 credits.

American Osteopathic Association – AOA

CME activities approved for AAFP credit are recognized by the AOA as equivalent to AOA Category 2 credit.

American Academy of Physician Assistants – AAPA

AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP.

American Association of Nurse Practitioners – AANP

AAFP Prescribed Credits are accepted by the AANP.

American Nurses Credentialing Center – ANCC

According to the ANCC, the continuing education hours approved by the AAFP meet the ANCC-accredited CNE criteria.

Pharmacology Credits

This course has been reviewed and is designated 4.5 pharmacology hours.

Hotel Accommodations

Lodging Reservations

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 Dreams Jade Resort to check remaining availability for you to book direct.

Please note: Room categories 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.

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.

  • Jr Suite Tropical View – King-size bed or two double beds Separate living area 32” LCD TV Spacious bathroom with whirlpool and rain shower Private, furnished balcony or terrace Lovely tropical view 700 ft.2/65 m.2 Up to 4 guests (adults + children) with a maximum of 3 adults
    • Single Adult Occupancy: $340.00 Per Person All Inclusive
    • Double Adult Occupancy: $199.00 Per Person All Inclusive
    • Triple Adult Occupancy: $195.00 Per Person All Inclusive
      • Child Rate: Children 3-12 years old are $80.00 usd per child per night sharing the room with 2 adults.
      • Children under 3 years old stay free
      • Children over 12 are charged at the adult rate.
  • Jr Suite Partial Ocean View – One king-size bed or two double beds Separate living area 32” LCD TV Spacious bathroom with rain shower and hydrotub Private, furnished balcony or terrace Stunning partial ocean view 700 ft.2/65 m.2 Up to 4 guests (adults + children) with a maximum of 3 adults
    • Single Adult Occupancy: $385.00 Per Person All Inclusive
    • Double Adult Occupancy: $225.00 Per Person All Inclusive
    • Triple Adult Occupancy: $220.00 Per Person All Inclusive
      • Child Rate: Children 3-12 years old are $80.00 usd per child per night sharing the room with 2 adults.
      • Children under 3 years old stay free
      • Children over 12 are charged at the adult rate.
  • Jr Suite Ocean Front – One king-size bed or two double beds Separate living area 32” LCD TV Spacious bathroom with rain shower and hydrotub Private, furnished balcony or terrace Spectacular oceanfront view 700 ft.2/65 m.2 Up to 4 guests (adults + children) with a maximum of 3 adults.
    • Single Adult Occupancy: $538.00 Per Person All Inclusive
    • Double Adult Occupancy: $269.00 Per Person All Inclusive
    • Triple Adult Occupancy: $265.00 Per Person All Inclusive
      • Child Rate: Children 3-12 years old are $80.00 usd per child per night sharing the room with 2 adults.
      • Children under 3 years old stay free
      • Children over 12 are charged at the adult rate.
  • Family Suite – Two adjoining Junior Suite Tropical Views One King-size bed and two double beds Separate living areas Two 32” LCD TVs Two spacious bathrooms with rain shower and hydrotub Private, furnished balconies or terraces Tropical views 1,400 ft.2/130 m.2 Up to 6 guests (adults + children) with a maximum of 4 adults
    • Single Adult Occupancy: $640.00 Per Person All Inclusive
    • Double Adult Occupancy: $320.00 Per Person All Inclusive
    • Triple Adult Occupancy: $315.00 Per Person All Inclusive
      • Child Rate: Children 3-12 years old are $80.00 usd per child per night sharing the room with 2 adults.
      • Children under 3 years old stay free
      • Children over 12 are charged at the adult rate.
  • Preferred Club Suite Ocean View – Private bedroom with one king-size bed or two double beds One 55” LCD TV in the bedroom Separate living room One 32” LCD TV in the living room Spacious bathroom with rain shower Private, furnished balcony with whirlpool for two Stunning ocean view Preferred Club privileges 765 ft.2/71 m.2 Up to 4 guests (adults + children) with a maximum of 3 adults
    • Single Adult Occupancy: $480.00 Per Person All Inclusive
    • Double Adult Occupancy: $240.00 Per Person All Inclusive
    • Triple Adult Occupancy: $235.00 Per Person All Inclusive
      • Child Rate: Children 3-12 years old are $80.00 usd per child per night sharing the room with 2 adults.
      • Children under 3 years old stay free
      • Children over 12 are charged at the adult rate.
  • Preferred Club Suite Ocean Front – Private bedroom with one king-size bed or two double beds One 55” LCD TV in the bedroom Separate living room One 32” LCD TV in the living room Spacious bathroom with rain shower Private, furnished balcony with whirlpool for two Spectacular oceanfront view Preferred Club privileges 765 ft.2/71 m.2 Up to 4 guests (adults + children) with a maximum of 3 adults
    • Single Adult Occupancy: $600.00 Per Person All Inclusive
    • Double Adult Occupancy: $300.00 Per Person All Inclusive
      • Child Rate: Children 3-12 years old are $80.00 usd per child per night sharing the room with 2 adults.
      • Children under 3 years old stay free
      • Children over 12 are charged at the adult rate.

Parking – Complimentary parking is available for all MCE Conferences attendees staying on site. Local and offsite attendees are generally offered complimentary parking when attending onsite programs, 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. Please Note: The charges for this reservation will appear on your credit card statement as “AMRDirect, LLC”.

Reservation Modification Fees are as Follows – Reservations modified within 30 days of arrival date will be charged a fee of $50 USD except when lengthening stays. This $50 penalty is assessed by AMR Direct LLC, 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.

Register & Book Your Lodging Early! The MCE reduced room rates will be available to registered attendees up until January 11, 2023 (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.
  • 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.

On-Property COVID-19 Antigen Testing:
The resort is pleased to offer complimentary antigen testing for all MCE attendees and guests booked within the MCE group block.

For guests traveling to countries (outside  of the USA) that do not accept the antigen test and require PCR testing, concierges at each resort will help coordinate and facilitate testing with off-property, or third-party providers at a cost to the individual. Currently available: Tester: Hospiten Riviera Maya, PCR test, currently can be done on property, and test results are available 24 hours after test, at a cost of $90 USD PP.  This information is subject to change and based on AMResort testing availability.

Please click here for additional information.

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).

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.

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