Pain Management and Geriatrics for Primary Care
Nov 18, 2022 – Nov 20, 2022
Charleston - Francis Marion Hotel
Historic Charleston is bursting with Southern charm and hospitality. The city feels a bit like it’s suspended in time, thanks to its antebellum architecture and surrounding plantation landscapes. Take in incredible views of the Battery and the French Quarter as you stroll the Waterfront Park, then become inspired by the cultivated beauty of the gardens at Middleton Place. At night, try a ghost tour for an introduction to the spooky side of the city.
Named for Revolutionary War hero Francis Marion (the “Swamp Fox”), the Francis Marion Hotel became an instant Charleston landmark when it opened in 1924. Rising 12 stories above the Historic District, the hotel offers spectacular views of Charleston’s church steeples, historic mansions, and famous harbor, providing easy access to the wealth of Charleston’s attractions.
Tuition Discount
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
Pain Management and Geriatrics 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 Pain Management and Geriatrics, 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 Pain Management and Geriatrics 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 Pain Management and Geriatrics.
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
Friday, November 18
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
Heart Failure: Assessment and Management of the Most Expensive Disease in Older Adults
Objectives: 1) Recognize the high mortality associated with heart failure 2) Learn the new definitions of heart failure and how to diagnose it 3) Understand the differences between reduced ejection fraction, mid-range ejection fraction, and preserved ejection fraction heart failure
8:30 AM – 8:35 AM: BREAK
8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
Heart Failure: Assessment and Management of the Most Expensive Disease in Older Adults (Continued)
Objectives: 1) Know the evidence-based treatments for heart failure 2) Become confident in collaborating with cardiology to achieve goal-directed medical therapy 3) Become aware of cardiac amyloidosis
9:35 AM – 9:45 AM: BREAK
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
Update on Pathophysiology of Pain and Review of Multidisciplinary Approaches in the Management of Fibromyalgia
Objectives: 1) Review mechanisms of pain perception, including peripheral and central changes and how they serve as targets for pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions for pain management 2) Describe recent genetic, biochemical, and imaging evidence supporting the etiology of fibromyalgia 3) Become familiar with the American College of Rheumatology criteria for the diagnosis of fibromyalgia, including the updated 2010 version
10:45 AM – 10:50 AM: BREAK
10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
Rational Polypharmacy for Chronic Pain Management
Objectives: 1) Apply an updated pathophysiologic understanding to targeting and treating pain 2) Understand mechanisms of action of the various muscle relaxers and anticonvulsants commonly used to treat various chronic pain states 3) Use case examples to better understand titration and adjustment of adjuvant analgesics
Saturday, November 19
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
Physical Exam for Low Back Pain: A Hands-On Approach
Objectives: 1) Discuss how several structures in the lumbar spine may serve as pain generators, including disc, facet joint, myofascial, and ligamentous structures 2) Review basic physical exam techniques used for assessing spine-related pain conditions 3) Differentiate lumbar radiculopathy signs and symptoms from other causes of low back pain, including facet-mediated, soft tissue, and sacroiliac joint pain
8:30 AM – 8:35 AM: BREAK
8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
Osteoarthritis Update – Including Assessment of Shoulder and Hip Pain Disorders
Objectives: 1) Become familiar with the evolving understanding of the pathophysiology of OA and the role of the central nervous system 2) Review pharmacologic agents used in treating OA, including NSAIDs, topical analgesics, and opioids 3) Learn physical exam tests to improve a clinician’s ability to diagnose common shoulder, hip, and knee conditions for both in-office visits and telehealth services
9:35 AM – 9:45 AM: BREAK
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
Controversies in the Management of Hypertension in Older Adults – How Low is Too Low?
Objectives: 1) Learn the best evidence for treatment goals for hypertension in diabetics and those with a previous stroke 2) Learn the risks for systolic blood pressure less than 120 3) Understand the controversial evidence for the various guidelines in diagnosing and treating hypertension in older adults
10:45 AM – 10:50 AM: BREAK
10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
Controversies in the Management of Hypertension in Older Adults – How Low is Too Low? (Continued)
Objectives: 1) Utilize the best evidence-based medications for hypertension 2) Discuss how to approach treatment resistant hypertension 3) Be able to offer salt and sodium intake education 4) Understand when to focus on diastolic blood pressure
Sunday, November 20
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
Dementia
Objectives: 1) Acknowledge the changes in cognition with normal aging 2) Recognize behavioral changes that may precede when identifying early dementia 3) Discuss how to use various screening tools for cognition 4) Review the characteristics of different dementia syndromes 5) Identify the risks and benefits for dementia treatment
8:30 AM – 8:35 AM: BREAK
8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
Delirium
Objectives: 1) Understand the risk factors and causes for delirium, and how to reduce them 2) Recognize when to suspect delirium and be able to diagnose 3) Understand how to manage the symptoms of delirium 4) Distinguish delirium from dementia
9:35 AM – 9:45 AM: BREAK
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
Update on Opioid Pharmacology, Risk Management Strategies, and Applying the CDC Guidelines in Primary Care
Objectives: 1) Highlight pharmacologic differences between various opioid products used for chronic pain management 2) Describe risk factors that may help to predict problematic opioid use, including addiction and misuse 3) Review the CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for chronic pain and how it can be applied to managing patients in pain, including tapering 4) Understand and utilize urine drug monitoring (UDM) and prescription monitoring programs (PDMPs), as a more comprehensive monitoring of patients that may require opioid analgesics as part of a pain management regimen
10:45 AM – 10:50 AM: BREAK
10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
Clinical Challenges: Behavioral Health Integration and What Should I Tell My Patients About Cannabis Use for Chronic Pain?
Objectives: 1) Highlight general principles and goals of treatment related to cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness training for chronic pain 2) Understand nonpharmacologic strategies to calm the nervous system and decrease pain, including relaxation training and biofeedback 3) Become familiar with the pharmacology of cannabinoids and cannabis, and the evidence for their use for chronic pain and other medical conditions 4) Discuss the complexities of cannabis use and potential adverse effects, including dependence and addiction
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
November 18, 2022
Francis Marion Conference Center
Conference - Day 1
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
Check-In Opens at 7:00 AM
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
November 19, 2022
Francis Marion Conference Center
Conference - Day 2
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
November 20, 2022
Francis Marion 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 points in 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 Pain Management and Geriatrics for Primary Care and deemed it acceptable for up to 12.00 Live AAFP Prescribed credits. Term of Approval is from 11/18/2022 to 11/20/2022. 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. 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 has been approved and is acceptable for up to 12 CE credits; please verify with your Medical Board which hours may be applied toward Pharmacology credit.
Hotel Accommodations
We are currently past our cutoff date and sold out of group rooms with the property.
Please click here for nearby lodging options or call (843) 722-0600 to confirm if the hotel has remaining availability for you to book direct.
Accommodations – An award-winning restoration in 1996 refurbished all of the 234 guestrooms and suites, which now feature plush furnishings and marble baths. Located downtown on Marion Square, the hotel is within walking distance of the magnificent gardens, house museums, antique shops, local boutiques, restaurants, and nightlife that has made Charleston one of the south’s premier cities.
- Traditional Room $279 – Beautifully restored room offering one queen or two double beds with heavenly pillow-top mattress and luxurious bedding with triple sheeting. Features marble and granite bathroom, dedicated work area with desk, a vanity, complimentary wireless internet, flat-panel TV with HD cable, coffee maker. Higher floor rooms offer unsurpassed views of the historic Charleston harbor.
- Deluxe Room $319 – Deluxe Room: Large, beautifully restored room offering one king or two double beds with heavenly pillow-top mattress and luxurious bedding with triple sheeting. Features sitting area, marble and granite bathroom, dedicated work area with desk, a vanity, complimentary wireless internet, flat-panel TV with HD cable, coffee maker, and small refrigerator. Higher floor rooms offer unsurpassed views of the historic Charleston harbor.
Room Amenities:
- Complimentary wireless Internet access
- Flat HD cable TV
- Bluetooth Alarm Clock
- Heavenly pillow – top mattress
- Vanity and Desk sitting area
- Coffee Maker
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room Service available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Wake-up calls
- Concierge
- Starbucks Coffee Shop
Additional Lodging Information:
- Taxes & Fees – Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes, which currently total 14% and are subject to change. A destination marketing fee of two dollars per room night will also be applied to each individual guest folio and is subject to sales tax.
- Check-In & Check-Out – The Hotel’s check-in time is after 4:00 PM, and check-out time is 12:00 PM.
Parking – Hotel parking is available at the City of Charleston-owned parking garage adjacent to the Hotel. The prevailing rates for overnight parking are currently: $28 per day, plus tax for valet service and $20 for self-parking per day. Both options are billed directly to your guest room. Pricing is subject to change.
Lodging Deposit – A deposit equal to one night’s stay is required to hold each individual’s 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 cancellation: 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 11, 2022 (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 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 number of registrations per conference.
Additional Travel Information
Airport Information – The Charleston International Airport is located 11.6 miles from The Francis Marion Hotel.
Airport Transportation – To make your airport transfer reservation, please see below:
Taxi Service: A taxi ride from the airport to the hotel is approximately 12-miles and costs about $31 for 2 passengers (+ $14 extra charges per additional passenger). For non-metered rides make sure you agree on a fixed rate beforehand.
Shuttle Service: CHS airport downtown shuttle departs roughly every 15 minutes, and cost $14.00 per person. Advanced reservations are not necessary. The shuttle is a shared ride, so be prepared to make several stops depending on how many passengers there are. The shuttles and taxis are in front of the terminal building, outside of the baggage claim area.
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.
- National – Click Here and enter XZB6145 under Contract ID to receive Group Discount
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.
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