Conference Information
Snowbird/Alta, Utah #1 Ski Resort (FEB)February 18, 2011 - February 20, 2011Infectious Diseases: Evidence-Based Primary Prevention and Treatment(CME Organized by Physicians without Commercial Support) It is hard to describe the stunning beauty and power of Snowbird/Alta, Utah named the No. 1 ski resorts in the United States by SKIING Magazine for five years in a row. The Cliff Lodge Resort and Spa offering ski-out/ski-in access, one of the finest spa facilities at any mountain resort and North America’s foremost Oriental rug collection. Inside you’ll find four outstanding restaurants, three lounges, spa, theme shops, equipment rentals and multiple swimming pools. A perfect ski destination for the whole family. |
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Accreditation
| Physician Accreditation | This activity is reviewed for up 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. |
| MCE Conferences Goes Green | MCE Conferences has adopted environmentally friendly policies in our office and at our conferences. We decided to make these simple changes that can help save energy and resources. We no longer mail out brochures. We now post all conference and travel information online. Conference handout material is distributed on a CD disk. For additional information on our programs please contact our office at 888-533-9031. |
| Tuition Fee | |
| Type | Price |
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Physician For registration before Dec 22,2010. Add $50 to registration after this date |
575 |
Military MD/Residents/Other Healthcare Professionals For registration before Dec 22, 2010. Add $50 to registration after this date |
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. | |
Conference 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 January 18,2011 however 50% of tuition fee may be applied to a future MCE conferences. | |
| Program Objectives |
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Following this course, the participant should be able to recognize the commonly presenting infectious diseases; identify the clinical manifestations, the methods of diagnosing the presenting diseases; and apply the current recommendations of pharmacologic management, referral or follow-up and prevention. 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. *CASE PRESENTATIONS I and II - These two lectures are designed to present common problems in Infectious Diseases in a case presentation format. Differential diagnosis, appropriate diagnostic work up and appropriate use (or non-use) of antimicrobial will be emphasized. *SKIN AND SOFT TISSUE INFECTIONS - Common skin and soft tissue infections will be reviewed with particular emphasis on community acquired methicillin resistant S. aureus (CA-MRSA) infections and how the emergence of this pathogen influences choice of therapy. Differentiation between superficial and more serious deep tissue infections will be reviewed *UPPER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONS - A review of sinusitis, pharyngitis and bronchitis that will emphasize the impact of therapy on outcome and appropriate choice of antibiotic therapy * LOWER RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS - A review of etiologic agents, diagnostic work up, criteria for admission and appropriate choice of antimicrobial therapy *INFECTIONS IN DIABETICS - Pathophysiology, diagnosis, therapy and outcome of common as well as less common, but potentially life-threatening infections, in this patient population will be reviewed * INFECTIOUS COMPLICATIONS OF ANIMAL AND HUMAN BITES - The epidemiology, risk factors for infection, bacteriology, prophylaxis and therapy of dog, cat and human bites will be reviewed. In addition, late complications—rabies and tetanus—will be discussed with emphasis on who needs prophylaxis for these life-threatening diseases *THE RED EYE - The question of who can be safely treated by a primary care provider and who needs immediate, specialized ophthalmologic referral will be presented in an algorithmic form. Photographs of common causes of the red eye will be included. *URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS - An update on UTI’s and pyelonephritis in both men and women will be reviewed. Newer concepts on diagnostic criteria of infection, the need to treat (or not treat) asymptomatic bacteriuria and the impact of increasing resistance on therapeutic choices will be discussed *“Influenza: Coming to a Patient Near You” - Objectives: To review endemic, epidemic and pandemic influenza (including emerging strains), their diagnoses and therapies. * “Update on IDSA/ATS Guidelines on CAP Management in Adults” - Objectives: To discuss the recommendations outlined by the Infectious Diseases Society of America and American Thoracic Society’s guidelines on the management of community acquired pneumonia, with a particular focus on changes from prior versions of these guidelines. * “Update on Kawasaki Disease” - Objectives: Participants will understand current hypotheses in disease pathogenesis, updates on diagnosis and treatment, and new interventions that may be on the horizon. * UPDATE ON ADULT VACCINATIONS - Recommendations for newer vaccines such as acellular pertussis, varicella-zoster and human papillomavirus (HPV) will be reviewed * NEW ANTIBIOTICS - Review of linezolid, daptomycin, tigecyckline, telithromycin, ertapenem and others will be provided This course is organized by physicians for primary care and internal medicine healthcare professionals interested in expansion of their knowledge and skills in Infectious Diseases. |
Itinerary
| Date | Location | Description | Time | Image |
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| February 18, 2011 | Cliff Lodge Conference Center | Conference 3:00 PM |
Adjourn 7:15 PM |  |
| February 19, 2011 | Cliff Lodge Conference Center | Conference 3:00 PM |
Adjourn 7:15 PM |  |
| February 20, 2011 | Cliff Lodge Conference Center | Conference 3:00 PM |
Adjourn 7:15 PM |  |
Snowbird/Alta #1 ski resort in North America
No need to fly to Europe or drive hours to get to this #1 rated ski resort in North America located only 30 minutes drive from Salt Lake City Airport. Snowbird’s only ski-out, ski-in accessibility, the Cliff Lodge is the flagship of the four lodging properties at the resort. Summer of 2006 marks the completion of a $5.6 million renovation to the Cliff Lodge that includes completely revamped rooms with new furnishings, flat screen televisions, bathroom tile, fixtures, art and free wireless internet access.
Guests of the Cliff Lodge don’t have to worry about toting their gear back to their room as each room and unit is assigned a convenient indoor locker in the Level 1 locker room. Lockers includes boot dryers, shelves and plenty of space for your skis and snowboard.
Snowbird Mountain Stats: Average Annual Snowfall: 500”- Most of any ski area in US! Vertical Drop: 3,240’ Base Elev: 7,760’ Top Elev: 11,000’ Skiable Acres: 2,500’ Terrain: 27% Beginner, 38% Intermediate, 35% Advanced. Alta Mountain Stats: One Mile from Snowbird. Fantastic terrain. Terrain: 25% Beginner 40% Intermediate 35% Advanced.Camp Snowbird is the resort’s comprehensive, state-licensed daycare facility with an on-premises kitchen and nursery for infants 6 weeks and older. Camp Snowbird offers a seamless integration with the resort’s renowned Mountain School to smoothly incorporate lessons on the nearby Chickadee Run and throughout the mountain with customary daycare offerings such as games, movies, arts and crafts and naps.
Enrollment for this conference is limited in order to provide quality and interactive CME without commercial support. We recommend you register early.Pricing
| Description | # of People | Price |
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| PLEASE REGISTER EARLY - In order to provide quality and interactive CME programs, MCE Conferences will limit the amount of participants per conference. Some conferences may have a lower limit due to the venue conference facility and lodging availability. A reminder that this conference is being held during Washington Birthday Weekend considered high season travel period. | ||
| Conference Room Rates - are reserved through MCE Conferences and are available on first come first serve basis. Regular room rates will apply once our conference group allotment is fully booked. Conference room rates can be honored 3 nights pre and post conference dates on availability basis only. | ||
| Cliff Lodge Room - Consists of two queen-size beds and a full bath. Includes a small refrigerator, hairdryer, iron/ironing board, humidifier, and coffee maker. 400 sq. ft. Sleeps 1-4 people. | Per Room Per Night |
$279 (plus 11.60% state tax) |
| Cliff Lodge Deluxe Bedroom - Consists of a king-size bed, double sofa sleeper, a full size bath and a wet bar. Includes a small refrigerator, hairdryer, humidifier, iron/ironing board, and coffee maker. Deluxe rooms are approximately 600 sq. ft. Sleeps 1- 4 people or more with a rollaway. | Per room Per Night |
$409 (plus 11.60% state tax) |
| The Lodge at Snowbird - Is a condominium building located next door to the Cliff Lodge Resort without ski-out, ski-in accessibility. Lodge Studio – Sleeps 2 Mountain View, Balcony, One Queen Size Sofa Sleeper, One Full Bath, Gas Fireplace, Fully Furnished Kitchen, Approx. 465 square feet. | Per Studio Per Night |
$279 (plus 11.60% state tax) |
| One Bedroom Condo at the Lodge at Snowbird - Is a condominium building located next door to the Cliff Lodge Resort without ski-out, ski-in accessibility. – Mountain View, Balcony, Two Queen Beds, Two Full Baths, Fully Furnished Kitchen. This is a bedroom connecting to a studio, Approx. 865 square feet. Sleeps up to 6 people.
Loft (On request basis only)- 800 square feet. Upstairs open bedroom with 2 Queen Size beds and downstairs Living Room and Kitchen with full size pull out sofa. Sleeps 6. |
Per Unit Per Night |
$594 (plus 11.60% state tax) |
| Resort Fee - Includes: high speed wireless internet in guest rooms and public areas, USA Today, in room coffee, valet and self parking at the Cliff Lodge, 15 minutes of computer internet usage at the business center. Beginner-hill night skiing on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, overnight ski and snowboard storage, weekly ski and snowboard movies, UTA shuttle service between Snowbird and Alta Resorts. | Per Room Per Night |
$20 |
| Rollaway Bed - | Per Night |
$20 |
| Lodging Deposit - Two nights deposit must accompany your reservation. The balance of lodging payment is due 30 days before arrival. Incidentals are to be paid upon check out. The resort accepts all major credit cards. | ||
| Lodging Cancellation - Per our lodging agreement these are the 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. |
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| Lodging Option in Sandy, Utah - The Hilton Garden Inn is located in Sandy, Utah within a 20 minutes drive to the Snowbird Resort. The Hilton Garden Inn Salt Lake City/Sandy Utah hotel is within walking distance of shopping, dining and entertainment. The online room rates from $99 per room per night. Hilton Garden Inn Salt Lake City/Sandy 277 West Sego Lily Drive, Sandy, Utah, USA 84070 Tel: +1-801-352-9400 Fax: +1-801-352-9401. hiltongardeninn.hilton.com | ||
| Ski Lift Tickets Group Discount - Ski Lift Tickets MCE Conferences Group Discount Per Person Per Day Rates Snowbird Tram & Chairlifts - $65.00 Alta-Snowbird Combined - $77.00 Snowbird Chairlifts Only - $56.00 Snowbird Tram & Chairlifts (Half Day) - $55 Snowbird Chairlifts Only (Half Day)- $49 Multi Day Tickets - Snowbird Tram and Chairlifts (3 to 4 Days)- $57.00 Children 12 years and under (chairlifts only) - $29.00 Children 12 years and under (tram and chairlifts) $39.00 /day non lodging guest, or $29.00 /day lodging guest (Complimentary children's tram access is offered to children of Snowbird lodging guests) Kids under the age of 6 years old - SKI FREE. Demos & Rentals Equipment for all ability levels is offered in the rental shop located at the Cliff Lodge Resort. Cliff Sports 801.933.2222 |
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| Conference Airline Discount SaltLake City, Utah (SLC) - 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 1521BJ as the aa.com promotion code. For assistance with reservations and ticket purchase contact American Airlines Meeting Services Desk at 1-800-433-1790. Continental Airlines at www.continental.com. Click on Products and Services Travel for Groups and Meetings and click on MeetingWorks. Choose your flight times and access your meeting discounts by inserting ZJHY315962 in the Offer Code box or call Continental MeetingWorks Reservations at 800-468-7022 |
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| Airport Shuttle Service - CANYON TRANSPORTATION runs express round trip airport transfers from Salt Lake International Airport to Snowbird. Express hours from the airport are from 8 a.m. to Midnight for winter, departing at least every 20-30 minutes. Return trips leave Snowbird 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the hour, based on reservations. Return trips should be reconfirmed with Canyon the day prior to departure. Canyon Transportation is located in the baggage claim area adjacent to the carousels. Return airport trips re scheduled for three hours on the hour before scheduled airline departure to allow for airport check-in and security screening. 48 hours notice is required for all cancellations. Toll Free (800) 255-1841 and local (801) 255-1841. | ||
| Car Rental at Salt Lake City Airport - Enterprise Meeting Discount- Please copy and paste to your browser http://www.enterprise.com/car_rental/deeplinkmap.do?bid=002&cust=NA32N54 OR Visit the Web Site www.enterprise.com and enter where it says Optional the promotion code NA32N54 and enter pin name MCE Avis Meeting Discount- The Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) Number is G028287. Please use this AWD number when calling Avis directly at 1-800-331-1600 to receive the best car rental rates available. The discount is effective 7 days before and 7 days after the conference. Here is a direct link to Avis.com that you can copy and paste to your browser. It will auto fill the discount number. https://www.avis.com/AvisWeb/reservation/ReservationsInitializer?&AWD_NUMBER=G028287 |
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| MCE Conferences - reserves the right to change or cancel course content, speaker or topics for cause. |
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