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 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 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.

Program Schedule

Sunday, November 24th

Drug Interactions and Side-Effects for 2024
Objectives: 1) Effectively manage patients on statins in respect to muscle symptoms 2) Recognize major drug interactions with warfarin 3) Know the dangers of quinolones

Practical Pearls in Primary Care
Objectives: 1) Develop a plan for treatment of resistant hypertension 2) Recognize hidden presentations of sleep apnea 3) Identify common causes of night sweats

Anxiety Disorders Update
Objectives: 1) Define anxiety and recognize when it becomes a disorder 2)Apply psychological treatment approaches that can be provided in 3 minutes in a PCP office 3) Discuss when and how to use medications – and when not to use them – specifically SSRI’s and benzodiazepines

Depression in Primary Care
Objectives: 1) Review how to diagnose depression and when to treat 2) Discuss what to choose and what to do if that does not work 3) Determine when to refer to a psychiatrist

Monday, November 25th

Dealing with Difficult Patient Personalities
Objectives: 1) Understand what borderline personality disorder (BPD) is and how it is diagnosed 2) Identify two specific skills that a primary care provider can use in working with borderline patients 3) Review how BPD impacts medical illnesses and what can be done to help improve outcomes

Basics of Bipolar Disorder for Primary Care
Objectives: 1) Diagnose bipolar disorder and differentiate from common masqueraders, including borderline personality disorder, trauma, and substance abuse 2) Review how to choose and use mood stabilizers, including FDA approved atypical antipsychotics

Hyperlipidemia and Hypertension Management in 2024
Objectives: 1) Recognize the common causes of secondary hypertension 2) Treat hypertension with the most effective regimen 3) Manage statin-associated muscle symptoms

Gastroenterology for the Primary Care Physician
Objectives: 1) Recognize laboratory clues to UGI bleeding 2) Incorporate Carnett’s sign into the evaluation of chronic abdominal pain 3) Recognize the typical history for patient’s presenting with Schatzki’s ring

Tuesday, November 26th

Somatic Symptom Disorders: New Language, New Concepts
Objectives: 1) Review new concepts around somatic symptom disorders that deemphasize cause and emphasize effective care 2) Articulate principles for rehabilitation approaches to pain subtype and other somatic symptom disorders 3) Understand when and how to use medications – and when not to – intreating somatic symptom disorders

Beyond SSRI’s: Psychiatric Medications Useful to Know in Primary Care
Objectives: 1) Review old and new antipsychotic medications, including use, monitoring, and management 2) Understand new antidepressants and some older ones that warrant review 3) Develop an understanding of the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in the primary care setting

Medical Myths (Busting Medical Myths)
Objectives: 1) Recognize medical myths 2) Discuss why they occur 3) Explain why they persist despite evidence against them

Pearls for Handling Common Rheumatologic Problems
Objectives: 1) Develop a safe treatment approach for gout 2) Review common issues in the primary care setting for patients with sarcoid 3) Recognize common musculoskeletal syndromes

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

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

This live activity is being reviewed and will be acceptable for up to 12 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to the AMA PRA Category 1 credit toward the AMA Physicians Recognition Award. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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. Canadian

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 is being reviewed and will be acceptable for up to 12 CE credits; please verify with your Medical Board which hours may be applied toward Pharmacology credit.

Lodging Reservations -To make your lodging reservation, please Click Here. If you need assistance, please contact our office at [email protected].

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

Accommodations and Amenities – Deeply rooted in the land, the history, and the layered richness of Oʻahu, at Turtle Bay, you’ll find an authentic connection to a place of uncommon natural splendor and the warm, welcoming community within it. Where your days are filled with constant discovery and moments that touch your soul, allowing you to explore the uncommon depths of this remarkable coast. Steps away from the pools, restaurants, spa, and activities, our ocean views in the main building put you right in the center of all the action. Providing the perfect retreat for all your North Shore adventures. These large guest rooms are available in King, Two Queens, and ADA. Most rooms have a private lanai or Juliet balcony. Rooms on the 2nd floor in the East and South wings overlooking Kuilima Cove do not offer a balcony. Please keep in mind Turtle Bay has three wings, offering varied views of the ocean and the beautiful North Shore Coast.

Resort Amenities: Air Conditioning, Mini Refrigerator, Keurig Coffee Maker with coffee and condiments, Blow Dryer, Beats Pill Speaker – Complimentary usage for guests, sign out through Housekeeping, Iron & Ironing Board, Telephone with free local calls, 40″ Flat Screen LCD Television with Cable, Private Bathroom, Complimentary WiFi Modem in room, Electronic Safe, Sitting Area, Smoke Detector

• Ocean View King Rooms– $449.00 Per Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) 478 sq. ft. Watch the waves roll in. Wake up to inspiring sunrises. Or witness the most magical sunsets. No matter which direction your room faces, our dream landscape provides an ambiance of relaxation. Ocean View King rooms feature a pullout sofa, a spacious bathroom with double vanities, and a walk-in shower. These rooms are located on the 2nd to 5th floors in the main building. Most rooms have a private lanai or Juliet balcony and look out to the ocean or rooftop garden. Rooms on the 2nd floor in the East and South wings overlooking Kuilima Cove do not offer a balcony. Available in ADA. The Main Building offers varied views of the ocean and North Shore coastline.
• Ocean View 2 Queen Rooms– $469.00 Per Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) 478 sq. ft. The Ocean View Two Queens features a large bathroom with double vanities and a walk-in shower. These rooms are located on the 2nd to 5th floors in the main building. Most rooms have a private lanai or Juliet balcony and look out to the ocean or rooftop garden. Rooms on the 2nd floor in the East and South wings overlooking Kuilima Cove do not offer a balcony. Available in ADA.

Additional Lodging Information –

-Guest room rates are quoted as single or double occupancy, net, exclusive of Hawaii state tax currently at 17.96%. (4.712% General Excise Tax, 10.25% Transient Accommodation Tax, and as of December 2021 an additional 3% Transient Accommodation Tax).
-The charge for additional guests beyond double occupancy is $50.00 plus applicable tax per guest per night. No additional charge will be assessed for minors 17 years and under sharing the same room as parents and using existing bedding.
-Maximum room occupancy is (4) guests in Double Queen bedding or (3) guests in King bedding.

Resort Charge – The Turtle Bay Resort Fee will be reduced for MCE attendees booked within the group block to $25.00 + 17.962% tax, totaling $29.49 with tax per room, per night (Currently $49+tax). The Resort Fee covers the following amenities and services:

• Two Refillable PATH Water Bottles, (refill stations are located throughout the resort for your convenience)
• Use of Business Center Facilities
• Arrival Lei Greeting
• Daily Resort Activities, (see The Guidepost for a calendar of daily activities)
• Use of Resort Cruisers (45-min per day/per guest, based on availability, 2 cruisers per room)
• Unlimited Toll-Free Local & 60-Min of Domestic Long Distance Telephone Calls
• High Speed Wi-Fi, 10mbps in guestrooms and meeting space.*Not subject to change
• Use of Beach Toys & Boogie Boards at Kuilima Cove, (based on availability)
• Use of Beach Umbrellas and chairs at Kuilima Cove, (based on availability)
• Daily Basket of Range Balls, (after 12 noon)
• Admission to Nalu Fitness Center and a Fitness Lesson of the day
• Use of GoPro Camera for up to 24 hours One Hour Pickle Ball Court usage
• 45-minute Photo Session, (images available for purchase)
• Complimentary use of Beats Pill Speaker, (based on availability)

NOTE: Resort Service Fee inclusions are subject to change. Special events are not included.

Hotel Parking – Overnight Self-Parking will be discounted for MCE attendees staying within the group block to $20.00 plus tax per car, per night, or Valet Parking at $35.00 plus tax per car, per night. Daily self-parking for local and offsite attendees will be provided complimentary for guests driving in each day for the hours of the conference.

Lodging Deposit – When reservations are made, they will require a deposit equal to the room rate and tax for the first night of each reservation

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 cancellations: 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 October 17, 2024 (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 who 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 amount of registrations per conference.

Airport Information – The Honolulu International Airport is 38 miles and approximately a 55 minute drive from Turtle Bay Resort.

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.

Shuttle Service – North Shore Transport: For your transportation needs, please contact North Shore Transport at 808-225-0522 to arrange shuttle transportation to and from the Honolulu International airport, transfers to other hotels and resorts, and shuttles to nearby towns and activities.

SHUTTLE SERVICE MUST BE BOOKED A MINIMUM OF 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE.

Taxi Service – A taxi ride from the airport to the hotel is approximately 38 miles and costs approximately $147.66 one way. Please also note, Turtle Bay Resort does not have taxi or Uber service readily available for your return trip. We recommend booking a rental car or shuttle for this location.

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.