Primary Care Update: Addiction Medicine, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Aug 29, 2025 – Aug 31, 2025
Amelia Island - Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort
Amelia Island is a Seaport Community located in Northeast Florida. It boasts 13 miles of great beaches, endangered wildlife, and plenty of outdoor activities to satisfy every member of your family. Amelia Island invites you to explore its history. It was once controlled by France, Spain, and England. The Omni Amelia Island Resort recently completed an 85 million dollar renovation and the results are breathtaking. Located on 1,350 acres, the resort features oceanfront rooms equipped with private balconies, a preserved marshland perfect for kayaking, Audubon International Certified Sanctuary golf courses, luxury spa facilities, endless dining opportunities, and so much more.
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: Addiction Medicine, Office Orthopedics and Sports 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 Addiction Medicine, Office Orthopedics and Sports 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 Addiction Medicine, Office Orthopedics and Sports Medicine 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 about issues in Addiction Medicine, Office Orthopedics and Sports 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
Concussion Update
Objectives: 1) Recall the etiology, pathophysiology, and signs & symptoms of concussion 2) Utilize concussion assessment tools to assess and manage concussion 3) Determine medical clearance and return to learn and play recommendations 4) Consider when and how to interpret neuropsychological testing 5) Define second impact syndrome and its complications and significance
Sports Medicine Exam Tips and Tricks
Objectives: 1) Determine when urgent referral is needed for a hand injury based on the history and physical exam 2) Select the most accurate examination for certain musculoskeletal complaints 3) Perform appropriate testing to evaluate foot and ankle injuries that may require further testing or referral
Primary Care for Patients with Substance Abuse
Objectives: 1) Identify the importance of screening for and addressing substance use in the primary care setting 2) Review common medical conditions associated with substance abuse 3) Review screening and treatment options for medical conditions associated with substance abuse
Alcohol Use Disorders: Screening and Treatment
Objectives: 1) Determine how to appropriately screen for alcohol use and diagnose alcohol use disorder (AUD) 2) Discuss FDA-approved and off-label medications for the treatment of AUD 3) Delineate the pros and cons of medications and the indications for each
Saturday, August 30th
Diagnosis and Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder
Objectives: 1) Discuss how the opioid epidemic began, and has transformed, over the past decade 2) Determine how to screen for and diagnose opioid use disorder 3) Discuss treatment options for opioid use disorder and determine best level of care
Diagnosis and Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder (Continued)
Objectives: 1) Initiate buprenorphine using traditional induction, micro-dosing and macro-dosing 2) Manage common symptoms and pitfalls such as “precipitated withdrawal” 3) Discuss the complex interplay between chronic pain and opioid use disorder
Exercise Rx: What and For Whom?
Objectives: 1) Distinguish health benefits that can be attained from regular physical activity 2) Prepare effective exercise prescriptions using the FITT-PRO 3) Address barriers to implementation that may exist for some patients
Knee Pain Evaluation and Management
Objectives: 1) Identify key history elements to diagnose etiology of knee pain 2) Select the most accurate examination tests for evaluation of knee pain 3) Counsel patients on the most effective and evidence-based treatment for knee pain
Sunday, August 31st
Shoulder Pain Evaluation and Management
Objectives: 1) Identify key history elements to diagnose etiology of shoulder pain 2) Select the most accurate examination tests for evaluation of shoulder pain 3) Counsel patients on the most effective and evidence-based treatment for shoulder pain
Tendinitis: The Challenges and Controversies
Objectives: 1) Define and differentiate types of tendinopathy 2) Select evidence-based treatments for tendinopathy 3) Determine indications, benefits, and harms from injections for tendinopathy
Managing Opioid Medications in Primary Care: A Review of the New CDC Guidelines
Objectives: 1) List the key elements of the new CDC guidelines for managing opioid therapy 2) Develop compassionate, yet objective, evidence-based treatment plans for patients on chronic opioid therapy 3) Identify patients on chronic opioids who may be developing an opioid use disorder
Use and Interpretation of Urine Drug Screens [30 mins]
Objectives: 1) Review the basics of available urine drug testing, and their appropriate use, in the primary care setting 2) Discuss how to interpret basic urine drug screens 3) Discuss common pitfalls in the interpretation of urine drug screens
Tobacco and Vaping: Discussing Prevention and Treatment Options [30 mins]
Objectives: 1) Discuss the current trends in tobacco use and vaping in the United States 2) Review the FDA-approved medications for the treatment of tobacco use disorder, including vaping 3) Delineate the pros and cons of medications and the indications for each.
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
Omni Amelia Island Conference Center
Conference - Day 1
Breakfast for Registered Attendees
Check-In Opens at 7:15 AM
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
August 30, 2025
Omni Amelia Island Conference Center
Conference - Day 2
Breakfast for Registered Attendees
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
August 31, 2025
Omni Amelia Island Conference Center
Conference - Day 3
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 (LINK COMING SOON!). 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 and Amenities – The oceanfront Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort offers the epitome of resort accommodations carefully designed with your comfort in mind. This resort complements everything that is Amelia Island, Florida. All private balconies and patios face the ocean and are a delightful place to relax from sunrise to sunset.
Amenities: Breathtaking ocean views, Furnished balcony or patio, Modern beach décor, Serta Pillow Top mattress with 330-thread-count Egyptian cotton sheets and lightweight duvet, Coffee maker with premium coffee, Hairdryer, Iron and ironing board, Exclusive skincare products, Two plush terry cloth robes, Working desk with convenient outlets and ports, Non-smoking policy, Flat panel HDTV with cable channels, iHome clock radios with iPod docking stations, On-demand movies available, WiFi Internet service – included in Resort Service Charge.
- Oceanfront Guest Room – $299 Per Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) Bedding Types: one king (up to 2 adults) or two queen beds (up to 4 adults). These 425-square-foot rooms offer one king or two queen beds along with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. The hotel rooms feature 55″ TVs, a working desk, convenience ports and outlets, and a furnished balcony. Deluxe rooms also feature digital alarm clocks with Bluetooth connectivity to play music. These rooms are located in the Sunrise wing of the resort, offering convenient access to Sunrise Café and the Sunrise beach access boardwalk. King rooms also feature a sofa sleeper. The beautiful natural surroundings are ever-present, including the views of the expansive tree canopy and sunset from the open-air breezeway that leads you to your guest room. (King room sleeps 3 | Queen/Queen room sleeps 4). Note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.
- Sandcastles Villas – Oceanfront 1 Bedroom – $349 Room Per Night (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) Bedding Types: one king (up to 2 adults) or two queen beds (up to 4 adults). These spacious oceanfront villas afford the flexibility to entertain in comfort and relax in abundant privacy, with overlooks of the ocean. These ocean-facing villas feature a comfortable bedroom with one king bed or two queens, a full size kitchen, expanded living room, and dining room, balcony or patio available overlooking the ocean, and TV with cable channels, high-speed internet access, in-room safe, coffeemaker, hairdryer, iron, and ironing board. Note: Room categories are based on availability at the time of request.
Additional Lodging Information –
Taxes: Room rates above are quoted exclusive of applicable state and local taxes (currently 12%).
Check-in/Check-out times: Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM
Rollaway beds are available currently for $35 per night (upon request) and are only allowed in king-size rooms.
Pet Policy: Two pets under 50 lbs at the resort are currently allowed. First-floor rooms have been reserved for guests bringing pets. A $175 non-refundable cleaning fee will be applied at checkout.
Resort Service Charge and Amenities – There will be a taxable reduced resort service charge for MCE Attendees booked within the group block of $29 per room, per night (normally $40) includes:
• Unlimited Internet Access in all Guest Rooms (not subject to change),
• On-property Tram Service
• Unlimited use of Health & Fitness Center, located at Racquet Park
• In Room Coffee Service
• Local & Toll-Free Phone Access
• Resort Pool & Beach Access
• Preferred Racquet Club and Golf Course Reservation Access
• Daily bottled water in the room
• Access to more than 7 miles of bike and walking trails
• Access to parks and playgrounds throughout the resort
• Golf driving range privileges and one bucket of balls
• 24/7 access to Gamers lounge
• 10% off retail items at Amelia’s Signature Shop and Golf Shop (Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts)
These items are subject to change by the Hotel.
Hotel Parking – Discounted self-parking of $17 for overnight guests per car, per night will be offered to MCE Attendees who book within the group block (Normally $25); valet rate is $40.00. Discounted $15 daily parking will be available for local and offsite guests driving in for the dates of the conference during conference hours.
Lodging Deposit:
Omni Resort Guestrooms: Deposit of 1 Night + tax is due at the time of booking; the balance is due to the resort upon arrival.
Sandcastles Villas: Deposit of 1 Night + tax is due at the time of booking, Some Villas require a deposit of 2 Nights + tax due at the time of booking; the balance is due to the resort 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 cancellations: 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 for 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 who 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 Omni Amelia Island Plantation is located is approximately 29 miles from the Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) and 4 miles from the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport (FBMA)Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes.
UBER & LYFT
Upon arrival to the JAX airport both Uber and Lyft will be available from JAX (Jacksonville International Airport) to the resort without issue, however upon departure, please plan ahead when departing Amelia Island. Uber & Lyft drivers are very limited and occasionally unavailable on the island. There are up to a max of 10 drivers that operate on Amelia Island, and you can utilize them for inner-island transportation (based on driver availability) during your stay. For transportation back to JAX we recommend making those arrangements in advance using a local transportation company.
Travel arrangements to and from Omni Amelia Island Plantation from Jacksonville International Airport may be made with the following vendors: (Contact vendors for specific rates)
- Blue Sky of Amelia Transportation: 904-557-6215 (Offering a special rate for attendees of $95 vs. $115 for airport transfers to and from the Omni hotel for MCE’s 2024 event reference conference name: MCE Endocrinology & Women’s Health conference 8/30-9/1 2024)
- 8 Flags of Amelia Island Airport Transportation: 904-415-0580
- Amelia Airport Shuttle & Transportation: 904-753-6480
- Amelia Island Concierge Solutions, LLC: 904-310-4541
- Amelia Island Luxury Transportation: 904-371-4424
- Amelia Transportation Group: 904-838-9686
- Dana’s Limousine: 904-744-3333
- Montego Limousine Service: 904-583-7337
- Ray’s Rides: 904-583-6858
- Mike’s Shuttles: 904-753-1560
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.
- Alamo – Click Here and enter 7014125 under Contract ID to receive the Group Discount.
- National – Click Here and enter XZB6145 under Contract ID to receive Group Discount.
This hotel does not provide a 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.
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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.