Conference Information

Millennium Times Square - New York City (DEC)

December 29, 2010 - December 31, 2010

Family Medicine: An Evidence-Based Approach to Patient Care

Be the toast of Broadway at the Millennium Broadway Hotel in New York City, located in the heart of Times Square with a calming, upscale ambiance and access to Broadway theaters, Fifth Avenue shopping, midtown business and fine dining. Revel in the Manhattan skyline from one of the 625 spacious guest rooms and suites , luxuriously appointed with custom bedding and advanced technology. Experience the distinctive service, fitness center, and concierge staff ready to help you with the hottest tickets, directions and other arrangements.

Conference DN707-31-6

Accreditation

AAFP Physician Accreditation	Physician Accreditation - This activity is reviewed 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 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.
American Academy of Physician Assistants	AAPA accepts Category 1 CME approval from the AAFP.
American Nursing Accreditation	AAFP prescribed credits are accepted by the nursing associations as 18 CEU\'s.
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners	AAFP Prescribed Credits are accepted by the AANP as 12 CEU\'s.
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Type	Price
Tuition Fee
Physician	575
Military MD/Residents/Other Healthcare Professionals	475
Tuition Notes
Tuition Discount - $50 Receive a discount if you are a past MCE Conferences attendee or for two and more healthcare professionals attending together.
Tuition Cancellations Must be confirmed in writing and 10% of paid tuition processing fee will be assessed. No refunds will be made if cancellation is made after November 29, 2009 however 50% of tuition fee may be applied to a future MCE conferences.

Program Objectives
Following this course, the participant should be able to recognize the clinical presentations of the commonly seen disorders presented; indicate diagnostic tests available and the suggested use for making a diagnosis; implement available treatment options and appropriate long-term care when indicated. This activity is expected to result in increased confidence in making an appropriate diagnosis and providing effective treatment and referral or follow-up care with the overall goal of improving patient outcomes. Hormonal Contraception - Upon completion of this session, using the ACOG practice guidelines and the Cochrane Abstract Database, the participant should be able to: i. Describe the pharmacologic differences in oral contraceptives. ii. Identify the relative and absolute contraindication to oral contraceptives and determine the appropriate starting dosages. iii. Identify patients who need emergency contraception and choose the most appropriate method for emergency contraception. Osteoporosis - Upon completion of this session, using the USPSTF, NOF guidelines and the Cochrane Abstract Database, the participant should be able to: i. Identify the patients at risk for an osteoporosis fracture. ii. Choose the best method to evaluate patients at risk for osteoporosis. iii. Choose the best medication for treating osteoporosis, and their side effects. iv. Identify which treated patient would be a candidate for repeating the DXA scan. Migraine Headaches - Upon completion of this session, using the International Headache Society and U.S. Headache Consortium guidelines, the National Guideline Clearing house and the evidence-based reports from Clinical Evidence, the participant should be able to: i. Choose the evidence-based approach to evaluating a patient with possible migraine headaches. ii. Discuss the advantages of supportive therapy and lifestyle changes to treat migraine headache. iii. Choose the best pharmacologic option for treating an acute migraine headache. iv. Identify when prophylactic therapy is appropriate for patient with recurrent migraine headaches. Anemia - Upon completion of this session, using the Cochrane Abstract Database and the evidence-based reports from Clinical Evidence, the participant should be able to: i. Identify the probable anemia in selected patients based upon know clinical information. ii. Choose the evidence-based diagnostic evaluation for various clinical scenarios. iii. Identify the therapeutic options for each of the common anemia’s. iv. Choose the best follow-up plans for assessing the efficacy of the treatment for each anemia. Hypertension – Evaluation, Treatment and Follow-up - 1. Describe the non-pharmacologic methods to manage hypertension and their expected benefits. 2. Choose the appropriate initial medication to treat hypertension and the subsequent. additional medications that should be added to achieve blood pressure control. 3. Identify the common side effects of antihypertensive medications and the management of these side effects. 4. Identify patients who require evaluation for secondary causes of hypertension and describe the evaluation required for each cause Abnormal Uterine Bleeding - Upon completion of this session, using the ACCP, ATS guidelines and the evidence-based reports from Clinical Evidence, the participant should be able to: i. Describe the control of normal menstruation. ii. Compare and contrast the options to determine ovulatory from non-ovulatory dysfunctional bleeding. iii. Choose the evidence-based options for the treatment of DUB and AUB. Cardiovascular Prevention I - 1)Briefly review the Epidemiology of Cardiovascular and some history of change. 2) Discuss risk: Primary vs Secondary prevention. 3) Review Risk Assessment:General Risk Assessment , Special Test like Homocysteine and hsCRP. 4) The Evidence-based approach to hypertension: Diagnosis and Management: Proper office measurement, Utility of Home and 24 hour BP, Initial Medication ,Subsequent Medications (including. combinations like ACE & ARB, etc). Cardiovascular Prevention II - 1) Evidence for management of Lipids: Primary Prevention with Statins,Primary Prevention with Other Agents,Secondary Prevention (medication, dosing, etc.2) Evidence for the use of Anti-Platelet Agents: ASA (Anti-Platelet) Resistance,ASA in primary prevention, ASA in secondary prevention, Clopidogrel in Primary Prevention, Clopidogrel in Secondary Prevention, Dipyridamole in Secondary Stroke Prevention. Diabetes Type II - 1) Metabolic Syndrome 2) Diagnosis and Teaching. 3) Monitoring Sugars (and potential outcomes) 4) Management of Sugars: Targets: Early after Diagnosis. If Sugars are consistently high. Oral Medications. Starting Insulin.5) Management of Additional risks: Risk Assessment: Is Diabetes a Coronary Heart Disease Equivalent. Anti-Platelets. Hypertension. Lipids. Depression- 1) History and Context. 2) Screening and Diagnosis. 3) Challenges with Anti-Depressant Evidence. 4) Do Antidepressants work?: What about pediatric (& adolescent) patients?. Safety in Pregnancy 5) How long do they take work?. 6) Which is the best: Are older worse than newer? Is one 2nd Generation better than another? 7) Specific Topics: What is the evidence for dose or dose adjustment? What if the first doesn’t work? When can we stop them? What else can help? *Update on Common Office Problems II (Pediatric and Women’s Health) - 1) Women’s Health: Pap Testing, Cleaning/Swabbing the Cervix, Lubricant effects on Pap test quality ,Hot Flashes: Treatment Options, Some simple strategies for incontinence, Discussing Mammography. 2) Pediatric Issues: Do medications work in the sleepless infant?, URTI cough, Over the counter medications?,What about Honey?, Barking Coughs & croup ,Fever Control, Musculoskeletal injury pain control , Vomiting. Myth-Busting: Forgotten and Forgettable Medical Management

Program Objectives

Following this course, the participant should be able to recognize the clinical presentations of the commonly seen disorders presented; indicate diagnostic tests available and the suggested use for making a diagnosis; implement available treatment options and appropriate long-term care when indicated. This activity is expected to result in increased confidence in making an appropriate diagnosis and providing effective treatment and referral or follow-up care with the overall goal of improving patient outcomes.

*Hormonal Contraception - Upon completion of this session, using the ACOG practice guidelines and the Cochrane Abstract Database, the participant should be able to: i. Describe the pharmacologic differences in oral contraceptives. ii. Identify the relative and absolute contraindication to oral contraceptives and determine the appropriate starting dosages. iii. Identify patients who need emergency contraception and choose the most appropriate method for emergency contraception.

*Osteoporosis - Upon completion of this session, using the USPSTF, NOF guidelines and the Cochrane Abstract Database, the participant should be able to: i. Identify the patients at risk for an osteoporosis fracture. ii. Choose the best method to evaluate patients at risk for osteoporosis. iii. Choose the best medication for treating osteoporosis, and their side effects. iv. Identify which treated patient would be a candidate for repeating the DXA scan.

*Migraine Headaches - Upon completion of this session, using the International Headache Society and U.S. Headache Consortium guidelines, the National Guideline Clearing house and the evidence-based reports from Clinical Evidence, the participant should be able to: i. Choose the evidence-based approach to evaluating a patient with possible migraine headaches. ii. Discuss the advantages of supportive therapy and lifestyle changes to treat migraine headache. iii. Choose the best pharmacologic option for treating an acute migraine headache. iv. Identify when prophylactic therapy is appropriate for patient with recurrent migraine headaches.

*Anemia - Upon completion of this session, using the Cochrane Abstract Database and the evidence-based reports from Clinical Evidence, the participant should be able to: i. Identify the probable anemia in selected patients based upon know clinical information. ii. Choose the evidence-based diagnostic evaluation for various clinical scenarios. iii. Identify the therapeutic options for each of the common anemia’s. iv. Choose the best follow-up plans for assessing the efficacy of the treatment for each anemia.

*Hypertension – Evaluation, Treatment and Follow-up - 1. Describe the non-pharmacologic methods to manage hypertension and their expected benefits. 2. Choose the appropriate initial medication to treat hypertension and the subsequent. additional medications that should be added to achieve blood pressure control. 3. Identify the common side effects of antihypertensive medications and the management of these side effects. 4. Identify patients who require evaluation for secondary causes of hypertension and describe the evaluation required for each cause

*Abnormal Uterine Bleeding - Upon completion of this session, using the ACCP, ATS guidelines and the evidence-based reports from Clinical Evidence, the participant should be able to: i. Describe the control of normal menstruation. ii. Compare and contrast the options to determine ovulatory from non-ovulatory dysfunctional bleeding. iii. Choose the evidence-based options for the treatment of DUB and AUB.

*Cardiovascular Prevention I - 1)Briefly review the Epidemiology of Cardiovascular and some history of change. 2) Discuss risk: Primary vs Secondary prevention. 3) Review Risk Assessment:General Risk Assessment , Special Test like Homocysteine and hsCRP. 4) The Evidence-based approach to hypertension: Diagnosis and Management: Proper office measurement, Utility of Home and 24 hour BP, Initial Medication ,Subsequent Medications (including. combinations like ACE & ARB, etc).

*Cardiovascular Prevention II - 1) Evidence for management of Lipids: Primary Prevention with Statins,Primary Prevention with Other Agents,Secondary Prevention (medication, dosing, etc.2) Evidence for the use of Anti-Platelet Agents: ASA (Anti-Platelet) Resistance,ASA in primary prevention, ASA in secondary prevention, Clopidogrel in Primary Prevention, Clopidogrel in Secondary Prevention, Dipyridamole in Secondary Stroke Prevention.

*Diabetes Type II - 1) Metabolic Syndrome 2) Diagnosis and Teaching. 3) Monitoring Sugars (and potential outcomes) 4) Management of Sugars: Targets: Early after Diagnosis. If Sugars are consistently high. Oral Medications. Starting Insulin.5) Management of Additional risks: Risk Assessment: Is Diabetes a Coronary Heart Disease Equivalent. Anti-Platelets. Hypertension. Lipids.

*Depression- 1) History and Context. 2) Screening and Diagnosis. 3) Challenges with Anti-Depressant Evidence. 4) Do Antidepressants work?: What about pediatric (& adolescent) patients?. Safety in Pregnancy 5) How long do they take work?. 6) Which is the best: Are older worse than newer? Is one 2nd Generation better than another? 7) Specific Topics: What is the evidence for dose or dose adjustment? What if the first doesn’t work? When can we stop them? What else can help?

*Update on Common Office Problems II (Pediatric and Women’s Health) - 1) Women’s Health: Pap Testing, Cleaning/Swabbing the Cervix, Lubricant effects on Pap test quality ,Hot Flashes: Treatment Options, Some simple strategies for incontinence, Discussing Mammography. 2) Pediatric Issues: Do medications work in the sleepless infant?, URTI cough, Over the counter medications?,What about Honey?, Barking Coughs & croup ,Fever Control, Musculoskeletal injury pain control , Vomiting.

Myth-Busting: Forgotten and Forgettable Medical Management

Itinerary

Date	Location	Description	Time
December 29, 2010	Millennium Conference Center	Conference	8:00 AM - 12:15 PM
December 30, 2010	Millennium Conference Center	Conference	8:00 AM - 12:15 PM
December 31, 2010	Millennium Conference Center	Conference	8:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Millennium Broadway (Times Square) Hotel New York

Millennium Broadway is located right in the heart of Times Square. The best of New York waits just outside the doors. To experience world-famous shows, walk to any of 22 landmark Broadway theaters and several off-Broadway theaters. To appreciate world-renowned art and history, take a short walk or cab ride to the American Museum of Natural History, MOMA, the Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Guggenheim Museum. To enjoy world-class shopping, explore Fifth Avenue and the surrounding area for exclusive boutiques and expansive department stores. You can reach the midtown location easily by car, cab or subway and the hotel is easily accessible to New York's three major airports.

The historic and elegant Hudson Theatre at the Millennium Broadway Hotel has over 90 plays performed on stage in 20 years, it was known as one of the finest playhouses in the city. In the 1950’s, the Hudson Theatre This was home to NBC’s The Tonight Show with Steve Allen as host. The long-running daytime game show, The Price is Right also made its debut at the Hudson Theatre.

New York City welcomes over 40 million tourists every year with many coming to see the City’s world-class museums and attractions including the Statue of Liberty, Top of the Rock, Empire State Building and exciting Times Square. Whether it's your first visit or your 50th, New York City is a great destination. Catch a Broadway show, shop or explore small, off-the-beaten-path museums like the Lower East Side Tenement Museum. New York City offers activities to suit every interest.

Pricing

Description

# of People

Price

REGISTER EARLY - In order to provide quality and ineractive CME program, MCE Conferences will limit the amount of registrations per conference. Some conferences may have a lower registration limit due to the destination logistics and lodging availability.

Conference Room Rates - applicable when reserving 3 night minimum stay that can include pre and post conference dates. Reservations must be made with MCE Conferences before September 30, 2010. Regular room rates will apply to all reservations made after this date. Conference room was extended to our attendees to INCLUDE DECEMBER 31st - New Year's Eve at Times Square.

Standard Room - The beautifully renovated rooms with king size or 2 double beds are a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of New York City. The new elegant décor includes, pillow top mattresses, comfortable chairs and remote control TVs. Other in-room features include floor to ceiling, functioning windows, internet access and in-room safes. Our beautifully renovated marble bathrooms include luxurious bath products and blow dryers. Coffee/Tea makers and robes are available upon request. Available with 2 double beds or one king size bed.

Per Room Per Night

$299 Plus Tax

Room Tax - Room rates are subject to 8.75% New York sales tax, 5.87% New York City tax, and a $3.50 New York City occupancy room tax per room per night.

Lodging Deposit - Two nights deposit must accompany your reservation. The balance of lodging payment, as well as any incidental charges, is due to the hotel upon check-out. The hotel accepts all major credit cards.

Lodging Cancellation - Per our lodging agreement these are the lodging cancellation terms and conditions:

Cancellation 60 days or more before arrival - you will receive full deposit

Cancellation 59-31 days before arrival - a one night deposit is forfeited

Cancellation 30 days or less before arrival - no lodging refunds can be made. No-shows and early departures are considered a cancellation

All cancellations must be made via e-mail to info@mceconferences.com by the dates stated above.

Airfare Meeting Discount to JFK , LGA ( LaGuardia) and EWR (Newark) - Conference Airline Discount - MCE Conferences has arranged group discounts with airlines for this conference. Reservations can be made either through your own travel agency or through the airline Convention Desk at the numbers listed here. To receive the group discounts please make sure that you and your travel agent refer to the group code number given to you below when making your airline reservation.

American Airlines percentage discount can be booked on-line at www.aa.com for AA flights only. Use the authorization number 63D0AC as the aa.com promotion code. For assistance with reservations and ticket purchase contact American Airlines Meeting Services Desk at 1-800-433-1790.

Delta Airlines meeting discount flights can be reserved at 1-800-328-1111. The conference promotional code is NM5FA. There is a $20 fee for making this reservation by phone.

Roundtrip Airport Transfers - Transfers and Taxi Services to and from NYC Airports to the Millennium Broadway Hotel:

Golden Class Limo & Car Service ** All rates are approximate, based on 2 people for a one way trip and do not include toll fees. Please make your reservation at least 48 hours in advance. Web Site: http://www.goldenclasslimo.com/default.asp - Phone #- 718-360-9383

JFK- $45 + tax & gratuities/ LGA- $35 + tax & gratuities/ EWR- $50 + tax & gratuities

Yellow Taxi Company - Available outside baggage terminal ** All rates are approximate, based on up to 2 people for a one way trip and do not include toll fees

JFK- $60/ LGA- $35/ EWR- $50/

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