Dermatology for Primary Care: Adult, Adolescent and Pediatric
Sep 03, 2021 – Sep 05, 2021
Seattle - Seattle Marriott Waterfront
Seattle is a city of many neighborhoods: Eclectic, urban, outdoorsy, artsy, gritty, down-to-earth, or posh—it’s all here, from the quirky character of the Seattle Waterfront and the eccentric “Republic of Fremont,” to hipsters walking baby carriages past aging mansions on Capitol Hill. There’s something for just about everyone within this vibrant Emerald City. Centrally located within walking distance of Pike Place Market, CenturyLink and Safeco Fields, the Monorail, and Space Needle. Discover a true Seattle experience at Seattle Marriott Waterfront. Situated on Elliott Bay with the world-famous Pike Place Market just an elevator ride away, the only downtown Seattle hotel offering views of the mountains and water from every guest room.
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
Dermatology for Primary Care: Adult and Adolescent – 12 Credits
Overview
This conference is designed to provide primary care clinicians with up-to-date, evidence-based information on commonly encountered issues in Dermatology for Adults and Adolescents, 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 Dermatology for Adults and Adolescents 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 ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes.
Target Audience
All Physicians and other Healthcare Professionals seeking clinical information and updates in Dermatology for Adults and Adolescents.
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 and quicker during a 20-minute office visit.
Topics and Objectives
Skin Cancer Update
Objectives: 1) Distinguish the most common types of skin cancers from other skin lesions 2) Compare biopsy techniques used in diagnostic evaluation of skin cancer 3) Identify methods for treating skin cancers 4) Discuss the value of dermoscopy for diagnosing skin cancer
Hidradenitis and Follicular Disorders
Objectives: 1) Identify the presenting characteristics and diagnostic findings associated with hidradenitis 2) Develop an initial plan of care for the management of hidradenitis 3) Compare and contrast diagnostic findings of folliculitis, pseudo folliculitis, and keratosis pilaris
Skin Manifestations of Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV
Objectives: 1) Identify the different cutaneous manifestations of sexually transmitted infections and HIV 2) Diagnose STI- and HIV-related skin conditions using recommended techniques 3) Develop an evidence- based treatment strategy to address STI- and HIV-related skin conditions
Psoriasis
Objectives: 1) Recognize classic manifestations of psoriasis 2) Recognize atypical forms of psoriasis 3) Implement appropriate interventions for psoriasis – based upon disease severity
Topical and Injectable Steroids
Objectives: 1) Distinguish between the different vehicles and when to use one vehicle over another 2) Discuss the choice of steroid potency 3) Describe when steroid injections are valuable
Fungal Infections
Objectives: 1) Identify the most common cutaneous fungal infections 2) Determine when topical therapy is preferred to systemic therapy, and conversely 3) Delineate differential diagnosis for cutaneous fungal infection
Challenging Adult Dermatology Diagnoses
Objectives: 1) Distinguish among different rashes 2) Develop pattern recognition skills 3) Compare similar patterns found in different diagnosis
Diagnosis and Management of Vascular Lesions in Children and Adults
Objectives: 1) Review the differential diagnosis of various vascular lesions that present in childhood and beyond 2) Discuss the latest treatments for infantile hemangioma 3) Highlight the problematic vascular lesions, or “when to worry”
An Update on Acne in Children and Adolescents
Objectives: 1) Discuss the presentation of acne from birth to adolescence 2) Discuss specific effective treatment strategies for acne in all ages
Clinical Clues to Diagnosing Infections and Infestations in Childhood
Objectives: 1) Review the differential diagnosis of “itchy bumps” in kids 2) Highlight clinical clues to help differentiate infectious rashes 3) Discuss the treatments of common infestations and infections in children
My Top Twelve Tips for Treating Atopic Dermatitis
Objectives: 1) Provide practical treatment tips for treating atopic dermatitis in kids 2) Discuss the safe use of topical corticosteroids 3) Debate the use of antihistamines in the management of atopic dermatitis
Interesting Pediatric Dermatology Cases
Objectives: 1) Present a variety of pediatric dermatology cases with instructional value to the primary care provider (PCP)
Hair Disorders in Children and Teens
Objectives: 1) Review the differential diagnosis of hair disorders in childhood and adolescents 2) Develop age-appropriate treatment strategies
Warts and Molluscum: What to Do?
Objectives: 1) Evaluate the data on what works for treatment of warts 2) Provide treatment strategies for warts and molluscum in kids
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
September 3, 2021
Seattle Marriott Waterfront Conference Center
Conference - Day 1
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
Check-In Opens at 7:00 AM
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
September 4, 2021
Seattle Marriott Waterfront Conference Center
Conference - Day 2
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
September 5, 2021
Seattle Marriott Waterfront 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 Dermatology for Primary Care: Adult and Adolescent and deemed it acceptable for up to 12.00 In-Person, Live (could include online) AAFP Prescribed credit. Term of Approval is from 09/03/2021 to 09/05/2021. 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 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.
Hotel Accommodations
We are currently past our group reservation cutoff date with the property. We may have some rooms available, however this is not guaranteed. Please email info@mceconferences.com to check availability of these final rooms.
If no rooms remain available, please click here for nearby lodging options or call (206) 443-5000 to confirm if the Seattle Marriott Waterfront Hotel has remaining availability for you to book direct.
Please note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.
Accommodations – The only downtown Seattle hotel offering views of the mountains and water from every guest room. Enjoy being close to downtown’s business district and some of Seattle’s most beloved attractions including The Space Needle, Seattle Aquarium, Chihuly Garden and Glass, and Seattle Art Museum. Each of the guest rooms is outfitted with plush bedding, mini-refrigerators, and Wi-Fi; many with balconies. Take advantage of the hotel’s M Club, indoor/outdoor pool, modern gym, or head outside for a run on the waterfront. Delicious gastropub cuisine can be found at the onsite restaurant and bar or dine at a variety of local restaurants all within easy reach.
- Standard Room – $259 Per Room Per Night Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees
Relax after a productive day in Seattle in one of their king guest rooms, boasting a plush bed, a work desk, and a flat-screen TV, or ideal for families or group travelers, their double/double guest rooms offer headboards with a built-in reading light and modern furnishings. Be productive at the ergonomic work desk included in your guest room and take advantage of the high-speed internet access. Enjoy more space to stretch out in their guest rooms, featuring a plush chair and modern décor. Get ready for your day in their gorgeous guest bathroom, which is stocked with premium Thann bath products.
Bedding Type: One King or Two Double Beds - Partial Bay View Room – $279 Per Room Per Night Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees
Unwind from your productive day in Seattle in one of their chic guest rooms, where you can gaze out on the waterfront. Relax after a productive day in Seattle in one of their king guest rooms, boasting a plush bed, a work desk, and a flat-screen TV, or ideal for families or group travelers, their double/double guest rooms offer headboards with a built-in reading light and modern furnishings. Be productive at the ergonomic work desk included in your guest room and take advantage of the high-speed internet access. Enjoy more space to stretch out in their guest rooms, featuring a plush chair and modern décor. Get ready for your day in their gorgeous guest bathroom, which is stocked with premium Thann bath products.
Bedding Type: One King or Two Double Beds
Additional Lodging Information –
Check-in/Check-out Times: Check-in is at 4:00 PM and Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Taxes and Fees: Hotel’s room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes (currently 15.6% OCC Tax + $2.00 Tourism Assessment Fee per night) in effect at the time of check-out.
Maximum Occupancy:
King Room – (3) Guests Per Night
2 Double Bedded Room – (5) Guests Per Night
Roll-Away Fee: A $20 fee applies to requests for roll-away beds per room per stay.
Parking at the Seattle Marriott Waterfront:
On-site Self-Parking is currently $20 USD hourly, 55 USD daily
Valet parking is currently 55 USD daily
Valet fee includes in/out privileges. Limited oversized vehicle parking available for $65. Prices do not include tax.
Parking prices are subject to change.
Lodging Deposit – All reservations must be accompanied by a first-night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card. Balance due to the hotel upon arrival.
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 July 29, 2021 (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 Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is located approximately 15 miles from the Seattle Marriott Waterfront.
Airport Transportation :
Taxi – Taxies are available 24 hours and cost approximately $45 USD.
Downtown Airporter – The Downtown Airporter provides service between the airport and major downtown hotels. From baggage claim, cross skybridge 4 and proceed to level 3 of the parking garage. The Downtown Airporter desk is located in the center of the Ground Transportation Plaza.
One-way: 18 USD; Roundtrip: 36 USD; Children 17 years and under ride free, one for each paying adult. Payment by credit card only. Rides can be booked online, by phone, and at the airport. Reservations are required, to book your transfer please call 1(855) 566-3300 or Click Here.
Link Light Rail (Central Link) – Link Light Rail provides direct service from the airport to downtown Seattle. Exit the train at Westlake Center Transit Tunnel Station and take the Westlake Center exit. The hotel is a block north on 5th Avenue.
Adult: 3.00 USD; Youth (6 – 18): 1.50 USD; Children under 6 ride free with an adult. Link tickets can be bought from the ticket vending machine with cash or a credit card.
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.
What Are You Waiting For?
Register Early! In order to provide a quality and interactive 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.