This program provides primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and registered nurses with a review of internal medicine problems commonly seen in a general diversified practice.  Upon completion, participants should be able to:

• Diagnose Barrett’s Esophagus
• Diagnose and treat Helicobacter Pylori
• Discuss the guidelines for Colonoscopic Colorectal Cancer Screening and Surveillance Diagnose osteoporosis and discuss specific therapies
• Explain the importance of sub-clinical hypothyroidism
• Assess cognitive impairment
• Discuss current therapeutic options in patients with Alzheimer’s Disease, other cognitive impairments and various movement disorders

American Medical Association

Physician Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation - Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of [credit_hours] AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)". Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family Physicians - This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for [credit_hours] Prescribed hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

American Osteopathic Association - This program is approved for [credit_hours] hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American Academy of Physician Assistants - AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP and organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant category 1 hours towards the PRA.

American Nursing Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides [credit_hours] contact hours. 

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for [credit_hours] contact hours. (Expires March 31, 2012)

Program Format

This conference is normally held on three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). Breakfast is provided each meeting day.

** Breckenridge seminar schedule will vary slightly, please contact a representitive for exact meeting times.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources, Inc (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in these programs are expected to disclose to the participants any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentations.

This program is oriented to primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and other health professionals involved in women’s health.  Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to:

• Recognize and manage common symptoms of depression and other psychiatric disorders in women
• Describe the management and treatment of abnormal pap smears and HPV
• Identify current strategies for managing osteoporosis, thyroid disorders and obese patients
• Discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
• Distinguish between ovulatory and anovulatory uterine bleeding and other menstrual abnormalities and select appropriate treatment options
• Explain the process of menopausal transition (climacteric) and describe the potential risks/benefits of HRT option, especially in relation to breast cancer and cardiovascular disease

American Medical Association

Physician Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation - Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of [credit_hours] AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)". Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family Physicians - This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for [credit_hours] Prescribed hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

American Osteopathic Association - This program is approved for [credit_hours] hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American Academy of Physician Assistants - AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP and organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant category 1 hours towards the PRA.

American Nursing Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides [credit_hours] contact hours.

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for [credit_hours] contact hours. (Expires March 31, 2012)

Program Format

This course is normally held on three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). Continental breakfast is provided each meeting day.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources, Inc (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in these programs are expected to disclose to the participants any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentations.

This program provides primary care physicians, physician assistants, and nurses with an update of respiratory and cardiovascular problems commonly seen in a general diversified practice and upon completion, participants should be able to:

• Describe the current therapeutic management of COPD and other respiratory infections
• Utilize up-to-date therapeutic approaches in managing asthma
• Explain current concepts in the diagnosis of CAD and acute coronary syndrome, the management of hypertension and congestive heart failure.

American Medical Association

Physician Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation - Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of [credit_hours] AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)". Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family Physicians - This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for [credit_hours] Prescribed hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

American Osteopathic Association - This program is approved for [credit_hours] hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American College of Emergency Physicians This program is approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for [credit_hours] hours of A.C.E.P. Category 1 credit.

American Academy of Physician Assistants - AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP and organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant category 1 hours towards the PRA.

American Nursing Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides [credit_hours] contact hours. 

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for [credit_hours] contact hours. (Expires March 31, 2012)

Program Format

This conference is normally held on three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). Breakfast is provided each meeting day.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources, Inc (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in these programs are expected to disclose to the participants any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentations.

This program provides primary care physicians, physician assistants and nurses with an update on neurological disorders.  Upon completion, participants should be able to:

• Explain the differential diagnosis of seizures and the clinical pharmacology of anti-epileptic drugs
• Distinguish dementia from delirium, as well as recognize the neurologic changes of normal aging
• Discuss developments in stroke management and technology
• Evaluate and treat the patient with lower pain
• Assess and manage vascular and non-vascular headaches and migraines

American Medical Association

Physician Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation - Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of [credit_hours] AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)". Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family Physicians - This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for [credit_hours] Prescribed hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

American Osteopathic Association - This program is approved for [credit_hours] hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American Academy of Physician Assistants - AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP and organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant category 1 hours towards the PRA.

American Nursing Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides [credit_hours] contact hours.

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for [credit_hours] contact hours. (Expires March 31, 2012)

Program Format

This conference is normally held on three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). Continental breakfast is provided each meeting day.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources, Inc (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in these programs are expected to disclose to the participants any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentations.

This program provides primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and registered nurses with a review of dermatological problems commonly seen in a general diversified practice.  Upon completion, participants should be able to:

• Indicate therapies for superficial fungal infections
• Recognize common bacterial infections and prescribe effective treatment
• Distinguish among various scaly rashes
• Identify various viral infections
• Identify pre-cancerous skin lesions

American Medical Association

Physician Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation - Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of [credit_hours] AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)". Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family Physicians - This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for [credit_hours] Prescribed hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

American Osteopathic Association - This program is approved for [credit_hours] hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American Academy of Physician Assistants - AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP and organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant category 1 hours towards the PRA.

American Nursing Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides [credit_hours] contact hours. 

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for [credit_hours] contact hours. (Expires March 31, 2012)

Program Format

This conferences is normally held on three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). The conference in Grand Cayman is being held on 5 half-days. Continental breakfast is provided each meeting day.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources, Inc (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in these programs are expected to disclose to the participants any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentations.

This program provides primary care physicians, physician assistants and nurses with an update on endocrine disorders.  Upon completion, participants should be able to:

• Explain the steps for managing osteoporosis and other calcium-related disorders
• Determine appropriate therapies for treating Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
• Discuss the clinical approaches to cholesterol and lipid disorders management
• Describe modern approaches to functional thyroid disorders and thyroid nodules
• Utilize newer therapies for managing obesity

American Medical Association

Physician Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation - Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of [credit_hours] AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s). Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family Physicians - This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for [credit_hours] Prescribed hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

American Osteopathic Association - This program is approved for [credit_hours] hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American College of Emergency Physicians - This program is approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for [credit_hours] hours of A.C.E.P. Category 1 credit.

American Academy of Physician Assistants - AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP and organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant category 1 hours towards the PRA.

American Nursing Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides [credit_hours] contact hours.               
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for [credit_hours] contact hours. (Expires March 31, 2012)

Program Format

This conference is are normally held on three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). The conference in Maui will be held on 5 half-days. Breakfast is provided each meeting day.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources, Inc (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in these programs are expected to disclose to the participants any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentations.

This program provides primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and registered nurses with an update on geriatric problems.  Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to:

• Discuss the essentials of diagnosing and managing Mild Cognitive Impairment, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
• Discuss cardiovascular, vascular, and urological problems
• Perform a functional assessment of the elderly patient
• Explain quality-of-life issues, including depression and alcoholism
• Diagnose and manage various rheumatologic and musculoskeletal problems
• Determine the role of pain management

American Medical Association

Physician Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation - Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of [credit_hours] AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)". Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family Physicians - This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for [credit_hours] Prescribed hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

American Osteopathic Association - This program is approved for [credit_hours] hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American Academy of Physician Assistants - AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP and organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant category 1 hours towards the PRA.

American Nursing Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides [credit_hours] contact hours. 

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for [credit_hours] contact hours. (Expires March 31, 2012)

Program Format

This course is normally held on three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). Breakfast is provided each meeting day.

** Schedule may vary slightly with Mackinac Island, please contact a representitive for exact meeting times.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources, Inc (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in these programs are expected to disclose to the participants any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentations.

• Describe up-to-date, clinically relevant reviews and techniques of surgical and endovascular treatment of aortic aneurysms, peripheral arterial disease, carotid stenosis, venous insufficiency, spine interventions and dialysis access.
• Discuss complications associated with these new treatments,
  offering valuable real-life insight into these cases.
• Explain practice management challenges and identify business
  opportunities associated with the clinical changes in each core area. 

This conference has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Elements and Accreditation Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of Minneapolis Radiology, Medical Education Resources (MER) and the Vascular Research Foundation. MER is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians

Medical Education Resources designates the educational activity for a maximum of 18 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Disclosure Policy

Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. In accordance with this policy, MER identifies conflicts of interest with its instructors, content managers and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of any activity. Conflicts are resolved by MER to ensure that all scientific research referred to, reported or used in a CME activity conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection and analysis.

This program provides primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and other health professionals who treat musculoskeletal conditions with an update on rheumatology and musculoskeletal medicine.  Upon completion, participants should be able to:

• Explain the difference between inflammatory and non-inflammatory joint pain and the differential diagnosis of each category
• Describe the technique of joint aspiration, joint injection and synovial fluid analysis
• Perform a musculoskeletal examination
• Evaluate and treat osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, spinal pain, regional pain syndromes and osteoporosis
• Describe the up-to-date options for pharmacologic management of arthritis

American Medical Association

Physician Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation - Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of [credit_hours] AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s). Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Osteopathic Association - This program is approved for 11 hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American College of Emergency Physicians - This program is approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for 11 hours of A.C.E.P. Category 1 credit.

American Academy of Physician Assistants - AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP and organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant category 1 hours towards the PRA.

American Nursing Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides 11 contact hours. 

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 12299, for 11 contact hours. (Expires March 31, 2012)

Program Format

This course is normally held on three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). Continental breakfast is provided each meeting day.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources, Inc (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in these programs are expected to disclose to the participants any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentations

Upon completion of this course, the participant should be able to:

• Explain common office orthopedic problems
• Describe the anatomy and function of the shoulder and knee joints
• Determine the basics and common pitfalls of orthopedic x-ray interpretation for shoulder and knee imaging
• Describe how and when to utilize joint aspiration and injection for the shoulder and knee joints
• Diagnose and treat common elbow problems

American Medical Association

Physician Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation - Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of 11 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)". Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family Physicians - This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for 11 Prescribed hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

American Osteopathic Association - This program is approved for 11 hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American College of Emergency Physicians - This program is approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for 11 hours of A.C.E.P. Category 1 credit.

American Academy of Physician Assistants - AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP and organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant category 1 hours towards the PRA.

American Nursing Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides 11 contact hours. 

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider # CEP 12299, for 11 contact hours. (Expires March 31, 2012)

Program Format

This course is normally held on three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). Continental breakfast is provided each meeting day. The schedule for Breckenridge is 3 days with 2 sessions in the morning and 2 sessions in the afternoon.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources, Inc (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in these programs are expected to disclose to the participants any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentations.

Learning Objectives

Rheumatoid Arthritis

List Conditions to include in the differential diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis

RA Therapeutics

Relate the importance of early aggressive treatment in patients with rheumatoid arthritis to achieve better outcomes

Pharmacology of Rheumatic Diseases

Distinguish the mechanisms of action of anti-rheumatic drugs to better prescribe effective therapies for individual patients

Scleroderma & Related Conditions

Review the pathogenesis, epidemiology and pathophysiology of scleroderma to identify incidence, susceptible hosts, and various forms of the disease that may appear in patients

Lyme Disease & Related Conditions

Recognize the clinical features of early stage and late stage Lyme disease so that appropriate treatment can be instituted

Viral Pathogens & Rheumatic Diseases

Describe the clinical findings in chronic viral infections (HCV, HBV, HIV)

Inflammation

Define inflammation and identify its impact on the human body

Role of the Immune System in Host Defense & Autoimmune Disease

Define the differences between innate and acquired immune responses

Metabolic Bone Disease

Summarize knowledge of the pathophysiology, evaluation, and treatment of osteoporosis to provide better patient management and outcomes

Crystal Deposition Disease

Review new concepts in the pathophysiology of gout including mediators of inflammation, mechanisms for cessation of gout attacks, renal urate transport and connections of gout with the “metabolic syndrome”

Sjogren’s Syndrome

Define and describe the types, epidemiology, etiology, and pathogenesis of Sjögren’s syndrome to enhance awareness in clinical practice

Pediatric Rheumatic Diseases

Identify pediatric rheumatic diseases and distinguish differences from adult rheumatic diseases

Systemic Diseases & Rheumatologic Disorders

List the major musculoskeletal diseases and observe their manifestations in patients

Osteoarthritis

Explain the causes of primary and secondary osteoarthritis

Vasculitis

Recall and differentiate primary and secondary forms of vasculitis in order to initiate appropriate therapy

Low Back and Neck Pain

Assess the systemic approach to low back and neck pain to evaluate patient condition based on presented symptoms and distinguish between mechanical disorders and other causes for back and neck pain

Fibromyalgia and Soft Tissue Syndromes

Review the spectrum of soft tissue syndromes and differentiate their pathophysiology, prevalence, diagnosis and treatment to conduct more informed evaluations

Cutaneous Rheumatology

Distinguish skin diseases with systemic manifestations more effectively

Myositis and Diseases of Muscle

Review clinical manifestations and immunologic aspects of inflammatory muscle disease to diagnose and classify the condition with greater precision

Ophthalmologic Findings in Rheumatic Diseases

List the major musculoskeletal diseases and observe their manifestations in patients

Temporal Arteritis and Polymyalgia Rheumatica

Define the clinical picture of polymyalgia rheumatica and its differential diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis to improve overall patient management

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

Review the epidemiology of SLE to identify the condition with greater certainty

Antiphospholipid Syndromes

List antiphospholipid antibodies and classification criteria to better evaluate patients

Seronegative Spondyloarthropathy

Discuss the unifying features of spondyloarthropathies and classify criteria of associated extraarticular features to assist in making a targeted diagnosis

Imaging of Arthritis

Apply knowledge of current techniques in modern imaging with clinical and laboratory findings of specific patients to evaluate and diagnose their conditions quickly and precisely

Physician Accreditation

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of Medical Education Resources (MER) and the New York Rheumatism Association (NYRA).  MER is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation

Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of 21 AMA PRA Category 1 credits ^TM.  Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Program Format

The New York Rheumatism Association Rheumatology Board Review Course has been offered since 1992. This three day course presents major clinical topics in the field of rheumatology to assist physicians preparing to take the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)sub-specialty examination in rheumatology.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources to insure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. In accordance with this policy, MER identifies conflicts of interest with its instructors, content managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of an activity. Conflicts are resolved by MER to ensure that all scientific research referred to, reported, or used in a CME activity conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection, and analysis. 

Full faculty disclosures will be made available at the meeting.

This program provides primary care physicians, physician assistants and nurses with an update on neurological disorders.  Upon completion, participants should be able to:

• Explain the differential diagnosis of seizures and the clinical pharmacology of anti-epileptic drugs
• Distinguish dementia from delirium, as well as recognize the neurologic changes of normal aging
• Discuss developments in stroke management and technology
• Evaluate and treat the patient with lower pain
• Assess and manage vascular and non-vascular headaches and migraines

American Medical Association

Physician Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation - Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of [credit_hours] AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)". Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family Physicians - This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for [credit_hours] Prescribed hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

American Osteopathic Association - This program is approved for [credit_hours] hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American Academy of Physician Assistants - AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP and organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant category 1 hours towards the PRA.

American Nursing Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides [credit_hours] contact hours.

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for [credit_hours] contact hours. (Expires March 31, 2012)

Program Format

This conference is normally held on three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). Continental breakfast is provided each meeting day.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources, Inc (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in these programs are expected to disclose to the participants any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentations.

This program provides primary care physicians, physician assistants and nurses with an update on endocrine disorders.  Upon completion, participants should be able to:

• Explain the steps for managing osteoporosis and other calcium-related disorders
• Determine appropriate therapies for treating Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
• Discuss the clinical approaches to cholesterol and lipid disorders management
• Describe modern approaches to functional thyroid disorders and thyroid nodules
• Utilize newer therapies for managing obesity

American Medical Association

Physician Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation - Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of [credit_hours] AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s). Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family Physicians - This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for [credit_hours] Prescribed hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

American Osteopathic Association - This program is approved for [credit_hours] hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American College of Emergency Physicians - This program is approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for [credit_hours] hours of A.C.E.P. Category 1 credit.

American Academy of Physician Assistants - AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP and organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant category 1 hours towards the PRA.

American Nursing Accreditation - Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides [credit_hours] contact hours.               
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for [credit_hours] contact hours. (Expires March 31, 2012)

Program Format

This conference is are normally held on three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). The conference in Maui will be held on 5 half-days. Breakfast is provided each meeting day.

Disclosure Policy

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources, Inc (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in these programs are expected to disclose to the participants any real or apparent conflicts of interest related to the content of their presentations.