PROGRAM CANCELED: Geriatrics for Primary Care: Cardiology, End-of-Life, Pain Management

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.

American Academy of Family Physicians – AAFP

This live activity has been reviewed and is acceptable 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 category 1 credit toward the AMA Physicians Recognition Award. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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 Healthcare professionals in other specialties need to verify with their licensing board the reciprocal credit agreement with the AAFP.

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.

Lodging Reservations – To make your lodging reservation, please Click Here. 

If you need assistance, please contact our office at 888-533-9031 or 858-566-1500.

Accommodations and Amenities – Discover a tropical oceanfront retreat at Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes. Located just steps from the ocean on North Myrtle Beach, this family resort features spacious guest rooms with luxury amenities – many with private balconies, ocean and beach views. This Myrtle beach resort offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience and luxury to make your tropical getaway in our oceanfront setting truly remarkable.

Amenities: All rooms offer 302 sqft of deluxe amenities: a mini fridge and coffee maker, air conditioning, non-smoking, floor to ceiling windows that may be opened, marble bathroom, shower/tub combo, Bath and Body Works bathroom products, hair dryer, 2 lush robes, chair and ottoman, alarm clock, in-room safe, desk area, iron and ironing board, high speed internet and wireless internet, 32 in flat screen TV, Cable/ Satellite.

• Guest Rooms – $269 Per Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) Bedding Types: one king or two queen beds. Ideal for a relaxing getaway, these guest rooms offer easy access to everything Myrtle Beach has to offer. Embrace stylish comfort in beautifully appointed accommodations, featuring contemporary décor, deluxe amenities, luxurious bedding, a sofa bed and lovely resort views. Note: Room categories are based on availability at the time request.
• Premier Rooms – $289 Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) Bedding Types: one king or two queen beds. Serene, modern and inviting, these hotel guest rooms offer a relaxing home away from home in Myrtle Beach. Embrace stylish comfort in beautifully appointed accommodations, featuring contemporary décor, deluxe amenities, luxurious bedding, a sofa bed and lovely ocean views. Note: Room categories are based on availability at the time request.

Additional Lodging Information – Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes, currently 13% in effect at the time of check-in.

Check-in/Check-out times: Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM

This is a smoke-free property.

Resort Charge and Amenities – The Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort and Spa at Grande Dunes offers the following amenities inclusive in the discounted daily resort fee for MCE guests at $10.00 plus 9% tax per room, per night:

Self-parking in our parking facility, Access to Pools and Fitness Center, Wifi in Guest Rooms and Public Space of Lobby area, Newspapers available at the front desk, Full use of our Fitness Center, Coffee in your guest room, Turndown service upon request, Local calls from your guest room, Fax and copy service available at the front desk, Board games located at the front desk, Use of Recreation Room including multiple PlayStation 4 units, Foosball and Air Hockey, Use of outdoor recreation area including Ping-Pong, Corn Hole and Basketball, DVD Players and Movie Rentals available at Front Desk when requested, Bike Rental for Adults and Youth – First come basis, Use of Youth Jumbo activity units (Including Mega Chess, Connect Four and others), Floating matts available (Adult and Youth) First come basis, Sun Tan Lotion (Small packets available at our Towel Hut), Boogie Boards available (Adult and Youth) First come basis.

Hotel Parking – Self-parking, in the Marriott Resort Grande Dunes parking lot, is included in the cost of the Resort fee. Complimentary daily self-parking will be offered for local and offsite attendees during conference hours.

Lodging Deposit – All reservations must be guaranteed and accompanied by a first night room deposit.

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.

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 June 16, 2020 (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 cancelled 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 amount of registrations per conference.

Airport Information – Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) is located approximately 10 miles from The Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes. Charleston International Airport (CHS) is located approximately 110 miles from The Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes.

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  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.

Rideshare or Taxi Service – Estimated taxi or ride share fare: $30 USD (one way)

Groundlink Private Car Service – Conference attendees will receive a 15% discount on airport transfer fares when they Click Here and enter the Promo Code: MCEREBATE when booking online, using the mobile app, or calling 877-546-6903. Please Note: In order to receive 15% off both portions of your Groundlink trip, guests will need to book each way separately.

This hotel does not provide shuttle service.

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.