Primary Care Update: Adult and Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Aug 29, 2025 – Aug 31, 2025
Yellowstone / Big Sky - Big Sky Resort
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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
Primary Care Update: Adult and Pediatric Emergency Medicine – 12 Credits
Overview
This conference is designed to provide primary care practitioners with up-to-date, evidence-based information on commonly encountered issues in Adult and Pediatric Emergency Medicine 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 Adult and Pediatric Emergency Medicine, with the goal of enhancing the knowledge-base and core competence of attendees. The successful completion of this interactive program will help you diagnose, treat, and prescribe 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 about issues in Adult and Pediatric Emergency Medicine.
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.
Schedule
Friday, August 29th
Honing How You Think: Bias, Cognitive Errors and Medical Decision-Making
Objectives: 1) Discuss the concept of implicit bias and how it can impact medical care 2) Highlight at least three cognitive errors 3) Explain the SPIT differential diagnosis tool and how it integrates into the “Four Stop” Medical Decision-Making tool
Honing Your Skills: Effective Communication
Objectives: 1) List three nonverbal means of communication 2) Discuss the concept of active listening 3) Discuss several options when dealing with patients in various emotional states, such as anger and sorrow
Honing Your Skills: Tricks of the Trade
Objectives: 1) Apply at least two tricks to help when obtaining a medical history 2) Discuss at least two tools to use when examining patients 3) Identify several tricks for medication administration in patients
Let’s Use Our Heads
Objectives: 1) Effectively manage children who have sustained concussions and discuss return to play and return to learn guidelines 2) Apply guidelines in the management of children with head injury, including the ordering of a head CT 3) Utilize imaging studies appropriately in the evaluation of children with head injury
The Eyes Have It
Objectives: 1) Discuss eye anatomy and the key steps in a thorough eye examination 2) Summarize which clinical conditions may be identified by each step in the eye examination 3) Treat eye pathology, resulting from infection or trauma, and determine when to refer a child to an ophthalmologist 4) Recognize the clinical differences between periorbital cellulitis and orbital infections
Saturday, August 30th
Thinking Better: Medical Decision-Making at the Bedside
Objectives: 1) Recognize how pattern recognition, memory, and making snap judgments may lead to diagnostic errors 2) Identify the cognitive errors that physicians make most frequently 3) Develop an approach to medical decision-making that will help avoid diagnostic error
The Febrile Young Infant
Objectives: 1) Evaluate and treat the febrile infant who is less than eight weeks old 2) Summarize the data-driven evolution of the management of febrile young infants over the past decade 3) Appraise and incorporate recent guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics for the evaluation and management of the well-appearing febrile young infant
Honing Your Skills: What Should… and What Shouldn’t… Be Sent to the ER
Objectives: 1) Compare and contrast the challenges in caring for patients in both the urgent care and emergency department settings 2) Determine when a patient should be sent to the ER and when they should not 3) Discuss the risks and benefits of treating high-risk patients in the urgent care setting
Applying the Principles: A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing – Benign Complaints That May Hide Serious Conditions
Objectives: 1) Discuss the approach to the patient with a sore throat 2) Review the clinical evaluation of a patient with musculoskeletal pain 3) Highlight the approach to the patient with a headache 4) Apply the SPIT differential diagnosis tool and the “Four-Stops” Medical Decision-Making tool to provide a structure in guiding the patient evaluation, to recognize the serious causes, and focus on the more common possible diagnoses
Applying the Principles: The Minefield of Evaluating High-Risk Patients (Part 1) – The Cancer Patient
Objectives: 1) Discuss the approach to the cancer patient presenting with back pain 2) Review the possible causes of altered mental status in a cancer patient 3) Recognize the metabolic abnormalities that patients with cancer may present with
Sunday, August 31st
Applying the Principles: The Minefield of Evaluating High-Risk Patients (Part 2) – The Older Patient
Objectives: 1) Discuss the issues posed when evaluating elderly patients 2) Determine when to send these patients to the emergency department 3) Review the presentation of older patients suffering from abuse, toxicologic syndromes, infections and abdominal pain
Applying the Principles: A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing – Benign Complaints That May Hide Serious Conditions (Part 2)
Objectives: 1) Discuss the approach to the patient with a sore throat 2) Review the clinical evaluation of a patient with musculoskeletal pain 3) Highlight the approach to the patient with a headache 4) Apply the SPIT differential diagnosis tool and the “Four-Stops” Medical Decision-Making tool to provide a structure in guiding the patient evaluation, to recognize the serious causes, and focus on the more common possible diagnoses
Infants Behaving Badly
Objectives: 1) Develop a thorough differential diagnosis for ill-appearing infants 2) Summarize the key management strategies in actual cases of ill-appearing infants 3) Select appropriate diagnostic studies in the evaluation and management of infants with interesting and uncommon diagnoses
Does My Patient Need Surgery?
Objectives: 1) Apply rapid management decisions based on children presenting with signs and symptoms suggestive of a surgical emergency 2) Select appropriate diagnostic studies in the evaluation of children with surgical emergencies 3) Avoid activities that will result in a delayed diagnosis for children with surgical emergencies
Please Note: Content is subject to change without notice. Please refer to this activity website for the most current information.
Program Schedule
Date
Location
Description
Time
August 29, 2025
Big Sky Conference Center
Conference - Day 1
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
Check-In Opens at 7:15 AM
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
August 30, 2025
Big Sky Conference Center
Conference - Day 2
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
August 31, 2025
Big Sky 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
MCE Conferences continuing medical education programs are organized by primary care healthcare professionals who are leaders in their field, and MCE Conferences plans to apply for American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) credit for all of its courses prior to the program date.
The College of Family Physicians of Canada – CFPC
The AAFP and the CFPC have a bilateral reciprocal certification agreement whereby: CME/CPD activities held across the Canada – U.S. border are certified according to the nationality of the primary target audiences regardless of where the providers are located. CFPC members who complete any CME/CPD activity certified by the AAFP for Prescribed credit can claim the equivalent number of Mainpro+ Certified or Mainpro+ Certified Assessment credits.
American Osteopathic Association – AOA
The AOA automatically recognizes AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ as AOA Category 2 credit.
American Nurses Credentialing Center – ANCC
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for recertification and continuing education credits. One AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ is equivalent to one contact hour for registered nurses or one advanced practice CNE for nurse practitioners.
Nurse Practitioners
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certified Program (AANPCP) and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.
Physician Assistants
PAs may claim a maximum of 12 Category 1 credits for completing this activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society.
Pharmacology Credits
This course is being reviewed and will be acceptable for up to 12 CME credits; please verify with your Medical Board which hours may be applied toward Pharmacology credit.
Hotel Accommodations
Lodging Reservations -To make your lodging reservation, please Click Here. If you need assistance, please contact our office at info@mceconferences.com.
Please note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.
Accommodations – Big Sky Resort offers a variety of lodging options conveniently located in the Mountain Village. No matter your preferences or budget, Big Sky has a hotel offering just for you. Lodging and bedding options are listed below.
- Huntley Lodge Hotel– Located in the heart of Big Sky’s Mountain Village and just steps away from the Explorer Lift. Under the same roof are concierge, dining, shopping, ski storage, meeting rooms, and the Solace Spa. The Huntley Lodge features Boyne Beds and convenient access to the Huntley outdoor swimming pool, two outdoor hot tubs, fitness center, sauna, tennis court, and is dog friendly. Amenities for this room include: Free WiFi, Air Conditioning, Boyne Beds, Enseo Streaming System, Free Parking, Free Ski Valet, HDTVs, Wet Bar, Coffee Maker, Refrigerator, Seating Area, Daily Housekeeping, Room Service, Laundry, Ice and Vending Machines, New York Times newspaper. Access to Huntley Outdoor Swimming Pool and Two Outdoor Hot Tubs, Fitness Center, Sauna. Check In: 5:00 pm at Huntley Lodge Front Desk AND Check Out: 11:00 am
- Huntley 2 Queen Guest Room: $245 Per Room Per Night, Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees
Maximum Occupancy: 4 Guests Per Room Per Night - Huntley 2 Queen Mountain View Guest Room: $265 Per Room Per Night, Plus Applicable Taxes and
375 sq. ft., 2 Queen Boyne Beds and 1 bath.
Maximum Occupancy: 4 Guests Per Room Per Night - Huntley 2 Queen with Twin Bunk Loft: $329 Per Room Per Night, Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees
500 sq. ft., 3 Queen Boyne Beds, 1 bath, and separate seating area.
Maximum Occupancy: 6 Guests Per Room Per Night
- Huntley 2 Queen Guest Room: $245 Per Room Per Night, Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees
- Summit at Big Sky – The elegant Euro-Western Summit at Big Sky has been the vacation choice of both President Obama and Vice President Biden. The Summit is one of the finest slopeside properties in the Rockies with primary high-capacity lifts only 100 yards away. The Summit combines luxury appointments with Boyne Beds and a prime location in the heart of the Mountain Village Center with easy access to the fitness center, steam room, and Summit indoor/outdoor soaking pool. Amenities for this room include: Free WiFi, Tesla Charging Stations, Boyne Beds, HDTVs, Free Ski Valet, Daily Housekeeping Service and Nightly Turndown, Room Service, Laundry, and Vending Machines. Check In: 5:00 pm at the Summit Front Desk Check Out: 11:00 am
- Summit Two Queen Hotel Guestroom: $299 Per Room Per Night, Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees
400-440 sq. ft., 2 Queen Boyne Beds, 1 bath, and wet bar.
Maximum Occupancy: 4 Guests Per Room Per Night - Summit 1 Bedroom: $419 Per Room Per Night, Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees Make yourself at home in a one-bedroom hotel suite, complete with a kitchen and cozy living area. This room sleeps 2-6, has 1-2bathrooms, Kitchen, Fireplace.
Maximum Occupancy: 6 Guests Per Room Per Night
- Summit Two Queen Hotel Guestroom: $299 Per Room Per Night, Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees
Hotel lodging rates are quoted at quad occupancy. For each additional person in the room, add $10 per person, per night. Vacation Rentals are quoted per unit, per night.
Additional Lodging Information –
Hotel Fees: Room rates are subject to applicable taxes and fees, currently 22.8% made up of 8% state bedding/accommodation tax, 4% local/district tax, 10% resort service fee, and a .8% stated bedding/accommodation tax for the resort service fee. Tax percentages are subject to change depending on current federal, state, and local laws.
Internet Access: Complimentary Wi-Fi internet access will be provided in all guestrooms, public space, and meeting rooms. Big Sky Resort will not charge wireless internet access connection fee(s) or service fees for connection from a guest room, meeting room or office.
Smoking: Big Sky Resort will provide complimentary Pool, Hot Tub, and Fitness Center Access in each Big Sky Resort lodging property to Big Sky Resort Central Reservation registered guests.
Smoking: All Big Sky Resort condominiums and hotels are smoke-free.
Parking – Self-Parking is complimentary at Big Sky Resort for overnight guests as well as local guests driving in during conference hours. Covered parking and valet parking is available at the Summit Hotel for a nightly rate of $30 per vehicle, per night for Summit Hotel Guests, as available and $40 per vehicle per night for all other guests.
Lodging Deposit – A credit card deposit equal to one (1) nights’ stay will be required at time of booking to secure the reservation. Individual Cancellation Policy: Any individual guest reservation cancelled within 30 days of arrival date will forfeit a deposit equal to one night stay plus tax.
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 22, 2025 (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.
Additional Travel Information
Airport Information – Bozeman Montana Airport (BZN) is 50 miles from Big Sky, West Yellowstone Airport (WYS) is 56 miles from Big Sky, Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) is 178 miles from Big Sky, and Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) is 370 miles from Big Sky.
Airport Transportation – To make your airport transfer reservation, please click on the following links:
Karst Stage: To book your motorcoach service reservation Click Here or call (406) 556-3540 or (800) 287-475. For schedules and rates Click Here.
Shuttles to Big Sky & Taxi: Airport transportation or door to door services available with friendly and knowledgeable drivers.
To book a shuttle or taxi service Click Here or call (406) 995-4895 or (888) 454-5667.
Big Sky Shuttle Luxury Airport & Tour Service: Click Here or call 866-661-6836.
Classic Limo: Offers private airport transportation directly to your hotel or condo. Fleet includes luxury SUVs, Mercedes van, and a stretch SUV limo for larger groups. Complimentary grocery stop included. To book online Click Here or call (406) 585-5466.
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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