Gastroenterology and Emergency Medicine for Primary Care
Oct 24, 2025 – Oct 26, 2025
Napa / Sonoma Wine Country - The Westin Verasa Napa
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
Gastroenterology and 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 Gastroenterology and 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 Gastroenterology and Emergency Medicine to enhance 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 who are seeking clinical information about issues in Gastroenterology and 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, October 24th
My Masterclass: Endocrine Emergencies
Objectives: 1) Describe atypical presentations of diabetes mellitus 2) Illustrate diagnostic challenges of thyrotoxicosis and myxedema 3) Discuss adrenal insufficiency and its management
Deadly Neck and Back PainYou Don’t Want to Miss
Objectives: 1) Discuss presentations of emergent spinal, vascular, and infectious causes of neck and back pain 2) Recognize important history and physical elements in order to minimize missing emergent causes of neck and back pain
Celiac Disease: Is There More to Gluten?
Objectives: 1) Identify which patients should be screened for celiac disease 2) Discuss the tools necessary to differentiate between gluten disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Constipation: How to Treat It
Objectives: 1) Discuss a symptom-based approach in differentiating between irritable bowel syndrome, chronic constipation and opioid-induced constipation 2) Determine which therapy will work best
Saturday, October 25th
GERD, NERD and the Role of PPI Therapy
Objectives: 1) Recognize the epidemic of PPI use 2) Discuss the necessity and the safety of medications 3) Discuss common conditions that may have potential risks of malignancy
Colon Cancer Screening: 2025 Update
Objectives: 1) Increase compliance with colon cancer screening in the general population 2) Review available colon cancer screening tests and the latest guidelines
Nightmare ENT Emergencies
Objectives: 1) Discuss worrisome causes of sore throat that may present in a clinical setting 2) Discuss updates in the management of epistaxis 3) Recognize when to worry about dental infections
Subtle ECG Findings You Can’t Miss!
Objectives: 1) Discuss typical and atypical ECG findings for ACS 2) Discuss other ECG diagnoses that need further workup or referral to the emergency department
Sunday, October 26th
Playing the Numbers Game: Hypertensive Emergencies
Objectives: 1) Differentiate between a hypertensive emergency and asymptomatic hypertension 2) Discuss the dangers of acute management of asymptomatic hypertension 3) Identify which patients need emergent referral
Syncope Killers You Need to Know!
Objectives: 1) Identify emergent conditions that can present with syncope 2) Recognize ECG findings for syncope that warrant emergency department referral 3) Discuss the utility of orthostatic vital signs in syncope
How to Approach Liver Enzymes
Objectives: 1) Differentiate hepatocellular from cholestatic changes 2) Interpret hepatitis B labs 3) Determine how to proceed once findings are present and discuss risk stratification on these findings
Challenging Scenarios: GI Potpourri
Objectives: 1) Develop a frame to systematically break down and analyze complex digestive system scenarios 2) Become more comfortable and empowered to handle such cases upon returning to the clinical practice
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
October 24, 2025
Westin Conference Center
Conference - Day 1
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
Check-In Opens at 7:15 AM
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
October 25, 2025
Westin Conference Center
Conference - Day 2
Continental Breakfast for Registered Attendees
7:30 AM - 11:50 AM
October 26, 2025
Westin 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: Embrace revitalizing comfort in the upscale rooms and suites at this modern California hotel
- Deluxe King Room – $409 Nightly (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) 475sqft/43sqm – Max Occupancy 2 – 1 King, Kitchenette, Mini fridge, Microwave, Coffee/tea maker. Experience ultimate comfort in the Deluxe King guestrooms, featuring the plush Westin Heavenly® Bed, modern décor, and ample natural light that showcases the beauty of Napa. Elevate your stay with thoughtful amenities like a mini-fridge, marble bathroom, and a cozy seating area—perfect for unwinding after a day of wine tasting.
- One Bedroom Suite w/ Sofa Bed Room – $479 Nightly (Plus Applicable Taxes and Fees) 630sqft/57sqm – Max Occupancy 4 – 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King, Sofa bed, Kitchenette, Coffee/tea maker. Discover elevated comfort in the One Bedroom Suite with Sofa Bed, where a separate living room provides extra space for families or small groups. Revel in Westin’s signature amenities—from the plush Heavenly® Bed to the thoughtfully equipped kitchenette—ensuring a relaxing retreat after exploring Napa’s vibrant wine country.
Amenity Fee – The Westin’s nightly amenity fee is $25.00, per night and includes underground covered valet parking, morning coffee service in the lobby, guest room wireless standard internet access in guest rooms and meeting space, local and 800 number calls, one bottle of water each night, access to the heated saltwater pool and whirlpool, use of the Bocce Ball Courts, Westin Workout Fitness Studio, and business center services.
Additional Lodging Information
- Additional Guests: There may be an extra charge for additional guests beyond standard single/double occupancy.
- Taxes: Room rates are subject to all applicable occupancy taxes, currently 15.195%. All taxes are subject to change.
- Amenity Fee: $25.00 per room, per night plus tax.
- Check-in/out: Check in time is 4pm and checkout time is 12pm.
Parking – Overnight valet parking for one car is included in the nightly amenity fee for the guestroom. Self-parking on the street is available first come, first serve. Valet parking is $10 per car for guests visiting the Hotel for an event and not staying overnight. Hotel attendants can provide guests directions to the nearest available parking if the Hotel lot is full. Parking is prohibited in the Wine Train and Umpqua Bank parking lots and cars parked in these areas will be towed.
Lodging Deposit – A Credit Card is used at the time of booking to guarantee your reservation. Balance due to the hotel upon arrival. In the event that a guest who has reserved a guest room within Group’s guest room block cancels within 5 days of arrival, “No Shows,” or checks out prior to the guest’s reserved checkout date, a late cancel/no show/ early departure fee of one night’s room and tax will be charged to that guest’s individual account. Guest wishing to avoid this fee must advise Hotel 5 days before check-in of any change in the scheduled length of stay or cancel their stay entirely.
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 September 14, 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 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
San Francisco International (SFO)
Distance: 58.7 miles
Time: 1 hour 19 minutes
Oakland International (OAK)
Distance: 51 miles
Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Sacramento International (SMF)
Distance: 66.8 miles
Time: 1 hour 9 mins
Sonoma County Airport (STS)
Distance: 49.9 miles
Time: 1 hour 5 mins
San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Distance: 83.2 miles
Time: 1 hour 28 minutes
Airport Transportation – To make your airport transfer reservation, please click on the following links:
Napa Airporter: 707-252-1900 Click Here
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.