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2017 Conferences

January

February

March

april

may

june

Wailea, Maui, HI

Singapore

Las Croabas, Puerto Rico

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Paris, France

Hilton Head Island, SC

January 8-12**

February 7-10*

May 8-11*

June 8-11*

March 9-12*

April 6-9*

Neck & Spine/Ortho/ Pain/Rheum

Cardio/Derm/Neuro/ Pulm

Key West, FL

Cardio/Endo/Neuro/Pulm

January 26-29*

Bariatrics/Endo/Gastro/ Psych

Grand Cayman Islands, BWI

Wailea, Maui, HI

Cardio/Geri/Neuro/Psych

March 12-16**

Ortho/Pain/Rheum/ Sports Med

Nassau, Bahamas

Derm/Gastro/ID/Psych

January 26-29*

Walt Disney World Resort, FL

Endo/Geri/ID/Psych

February 23-26*

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Derm/Gastro/ Medicolegal/Nephro

March 12-16**

Internal Medicine Pages 8-9

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL Cardio/Derm/ID/Pulm

April 6-9*

February 16-19* San Juan, Puerto Rico

Neck & Spine/Ortho/ Pain/Rheum

Grand Cayman Islands, BWI

Neuro/Pulm/Rheum/Vasc

April 20-23*

ENT/ID/Neuro/Ophth

Nassau, Bahamas

Cardio/Derm/Neuro/Pulm

May 18-21*

June 25-29**

Charleston, SC

March 16-19*

April 21-23

Bariatrics/Endo/Gastro/ Psych

Wailea, Maui, HI

Barcelona, Spain

Phoenix, AZ

Ortho/Pain/Rheum

March 24-26

Cardio/Endo/Gyn/ Men’s Uro

April 23-27**

June 22-25*

Kapolei, Oahu, HI

Nassau, Bahamas

Gastro/ID/Psych

Derm/Endo/Neuro/Psych

May 18-21*

Endo/Geri/Psych/Rheum

February 26March 2**

ENT/ID/Ophth/Pulm

Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada

Key West, FL

Waikiki, Oahu, HI

Derm/Endo/Gastro/ID

Derm/Endo/ID/Pulm

Koloa, Kauai, HI May 21-25**

Cardio/Geri/Ortho/Pulm

Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

Bariatrics/Gastro/Vasc

June 30-July 2

Gastro/Geri/Nephro/Onc

May 29-June 1*

St. Maarten, Sint Maarten

Endo/Gastro/ID/Nephro

April 27-30* Disneyland® Resort, CA

Derm/Endo/Neuro/Psych

April 27-30*

Men’s & Women’s Health Pages 10-11 Cardiology & Pulmonology Page 12

Walt Disney World Resort, FL

Disneyland® Resort, CA

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Women’s Health

Men’s/Women’s Health

January 27-29

Las Vegas, NV January 13-15

March 30-April 2*

Palm Springs, CA February 3-5

Las Vegas, NV

April 7-9

June 30-July 2

Women’s Health

Key West, FL April 27-30*

Scottsdale, AZ

San Antonio, TX

January 13-15

March 31-April 2

Neuro/Psych

Neurology & Psychiatry Page 13

Napa, CA

Neurology

Men’s/Women’s Health

Sea Island, GA May 4-7***

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL

Disneyland® Resort, CA

April 14-16

June 8-11*

Neuro/Psych

Neuro/Psych

Las Vegas, NV Neurology

April 7-9

Endocrinology Page 14

Scottsdale, AZ February 10-12

Las Vegas, NV March 10-12

Geriatric Medicine Page 15 Orthopedics Page 16 rheumatology & Musculoskeletal Page 17 Infectious Diseases Page 18 Dermatology Page 19 Pediatric & Adolescent Page 20

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Phoenix, AZ April 7-9

Colorado Springs, CO June 9-11

San Diego, CA March 3-5 Beaver Creek, CO Office Orthopedics

February 10-12*** Walt Disney World Resort, FL February 24-26

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL June 23-25

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL March 17-19

Chicago, IL

May 26-28

June 16-18

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL May 26-28 Miami Beach, FL March 17-19

New Orleans, LA April 28-30 Asheville, NC

February 23-26*

May 19-21

Ped/Adolesc: Derm/ Endo/Neuro/Psych

Ped/Adolesc: Gastro/ ID/Rheum

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Register for your choice of 3-day, 4-day and 5-day conferences.

Lake George, NY June 9-11 Nashville, TN June 16-18

Key West, FL

n *4-Day Conference

Orthopedic Medicine

Dana Point, CA June 2-4

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Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL February 9-12* Las Vegas, NV February 10-12

Las Vegas, NV

Office Orthopedics

Orthopedic Medicine

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august

september

October

November

December

Anchorage, AK

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL

Kona, Big Island, HI

Koloa, Kauai, HI

Palm Beach, Aruba

September 3-7**

October 1-5**

November 2-5*

Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

Cardio/Gastro/Ophth/ Psych

Bariatrics/Gastro/Nephro

July 2-5*

August 4-6

Wailea, Maui, HI

Cardio/Endo/Neuro/Pulm

July 9-13**

Dublin, Ireland

Neck & Spine/Ortho/ Pain/Rheum

Kapalua, Maui, HI

ENT/ID/Ophth/Pulm

Endo/Gastro/ID/Nephro

July 13-16*

New York, NY

October 6-8

November 3-5***

Washington, D.C.

Yosemite, CA

San Diego,CA

September 22-24

October 6-8

September 11-14*

Neck & Spine/Ortho/Pain

Cardio/Endo/Gastro/Gyn

Las Vegas, NV

Bariatrics/Endo/Psych/ Vasc

August 10-13*

Mackinac Island, MI

Venice, Italy

Neuro/Onc/Pulm/Vasc

August 6-10**

Neck & Spine/Ortho/ Pain/Pod

July 10-13*

Endo/Gastro/ID/Nephro

Cardio/Neuro/Pulm

Bariatrics/Endo/Psych

Cardio/Geri/Onc/Psych

December 7-10*

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL Derm/Gastro/Gyn/ Men’s Uro

December 7-10* Cardio/Endo/Gastro

Wailea, Maui, HI

Nassau, Bahamas

November 12-16**

December 14-17*

Derm/Neuro/Psych/ Rheum

Neck & Spine/Neuro/ Ortho/Rheum

Banff, Alberta, Canada

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL

Nassau, Bahamas

Kapolei, Oahu, HI

August 17-20*

October 15-19**

November 30December 3*

December 17-21**

Allergy & Immuno/ Cardio/Derm/Pulm

Geri/Neuro/Psych/ Rheum

Disneyland® Resort, CA

Southampton, Bermuda

July 20-23*

October 19-22*

Cardio/Endo/Gyn/Psych

Conferences

Medicolegal/Neuro/ Ortho/Sports Med

Allergy & Immuno/ Cardio/Derm/Gastro

Internal Medicine Pages 8-9

Las Vegas, NV

Neuro/Pulm/Rheum

December 29-31

Gastro/ID/Neuro/Tox

New York, NY

Medicolegal/Ortho/Pain

October 20-22*** Disneyland® Resort, CA

ENT/ID/Neuro/Ophth

October 26-29* Walt Disney World Resort, FL

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Men’s/Women’s Health

July 14-16

San Diego, CA

Sea Island, GA

Savannah, GA

Key West, FL

Las Vegas, NV

August 10-13*

September 28October 1***

October 6-8

November 9-12*

December 1-3

Women’s Health

Men’s/Women’s Health

Men’s/Women’s Health

Men’s/Women’s Health

Women’s Health

Grand Cayman Islands, BWI

Men’s & Women’s Health Pages 10-11

Men’s/Women’s Health

December 14-17* Disneyland® Resort, CA August 3-6*

Charleston, SC October 13-15

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL December 29-31

Yosemite, CA

Las Vegas, NV

Phoenix, AZ

San Diego, CA

July 7-9

September 1-3

November 17-19

December 8-10

Neurology

Neuro/Psych

Neurology

Cardiology & Pulmonology Page 12

Neuro/Psych

New York, NY

Neurology & Psychiatry Page 13

Neurology

December 15-17*** San Francisco, CA August 4-6 Las Vegas, NV July 21-23

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL October 27-29 Cape Cod, MA September 8-10***

Seattle, WA

Office Orthopedics

August 25-27

Lake Tahoe, CA August 4-6

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL Office Orthopedics

September 8-10

Key West, FL December 7-10*

Las Vegas, NV

Orthopedics Page 16

Orthopedic Medicine

October 27-29

rheumatology & musculoskeletal Page 17

Las Vegas, NV November 17-19

Las Vegas, NV August 11-13 Martha’s Vineyard, MA July 28-30***

Geriatric Medicine Page 15

San Antonio, TX November 17-19

Santa Fe, NM September 22-24

Napa Valley/ Sonoma, CA October 6-8 Hilton Head Island, SC

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL November 17-19 Disneyland® Resort, CA

Ped/Adolesc: Gastro/ Gyn/Psych/Sports Med

Ped/Adolesc: Derm/ Endo/Neuro/Rheum

August 10-13*

Endocrinology Page 14

November 16-19*

Asheville, NC December 15-17

Infectious Diseases Page 18

Scottsdale, AZ December 15-17

Dermatology Page 19 Pediatric & Adolescent Page 20

***Premium locations have been selected for their refined decor, unique destination, luxurious guest experiences, and distinction as some of the finest resorts in the world.

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North America

Where do you want to Go? Lake Louise, AB, Canada Anchorage, AK

Banff, AB, Canada

Quebec City, QC, Canada

Seattle, WA

Lake George, NY

Mackinac Island, MI

Martha’s Vineyard, MA

Lake Tahoe, CA

Napa, CA

Yosemite, CA

Napa Valley/ Sonoma, CA San Francisco, CA

Chicago, IL

Beaver Creek, CO

Disneyland® Resort, CA

New York, NY

Colorado Springs, CO

Washington, D.C.

Palm Springs, CA Las Vegas, NV Phoenix, AZ

Dana Point, CA

Nashville, TN

Scottsdale, AZ

Cape Cod, MA

Santa Fe, NM

Asheville, NC Savannah, GA

San Diego, CA

Charleston, SC

Hilton Head Island, SC

Sea Island, GA San Antonio, TX

New Orleans, LA

Koloa, HI

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL

Miami Beach, FL

Key West, FL Kapolei, HI

Europe

Central America & The Caribbean

Waikiki, HI Kapalua, HI

Southampton, Bermuda

Wailea, HI

Kona, HI

Nassau, Bahamas

Hawaii

San Juan, PR Las Croabas, PR Grand Cayman Islands, BWI

St. Maarten, Sint Maarten

Palm Beach, Aruba Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

Dublin, Ireland Singapore

Paris, France

Venice, Italy

Barcelona, Spain

Asia

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credible CME whY CHOOSE MER? Since 1983, MER has been a leading non-profit source of fully accredited CME conferences for physicians and other healthcare professionals. We are dedicated to providing primary care physicians and other medical professionals with an exceptional learning experience. MER provides targeted conferences with the critical updated information needed in today’s busy primary care environment.

“Great condensed information by great speakers. Impressed. My second MER conference, won’t be my last.” — Travis N., DO Pocatello, ID

• 200+ Respected Faculty • 125 Conference Choices • 57 Exciting Destinations • 98% Attendee Satisfaction • 1,500,000+ Credits Awarded expert fACULTY

MER conference speakers represent 75 leading medical institutions, including:

• Mayo Clinic • Cleveland Clinic • Harvard Medical School

• Stanford University

School of Medicine

• Johns Hopkins

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Robert Kalb, MD Orthopedics Specialist

incredible experiences Over the years, more than 170,000 of your colleagues have evaluated our programs. They agree that MER delivers the best in continuing medical education. MER is an accredited provider of continuing medical education credits, approved by organizations including:

• AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for Physicians • American Academy of Family Physicians Prescribed Credits

• American Osteopathic Association Category 2-A

your satisfaction matters MER programs have a 98% satisfaction rate amongst medical professionals in attendance.

• American College of Emergency Physicians • American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) • American Academy of Physician Assistants • Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) for Pharmacists

See page 21 for a complete list of program accreditation.

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Asian & European Conferences

special asian & European 4-Day Conferences February 7-10, 2017 Singapore

Four Seasons Hotel Singapore Cardiology Dermatology Neurology Pulmonology

Discover the Lion City. Come to Singapore, the gateway to Southeast Asia. Known as the Garden City for it’s lush greenery, numerous parks and gardens, Singapore will wow you with its beauty and vibrant culture. Join MER at the Four Seasons Hotel Singapore, located steps from the shopping and entertainment on Orchard Road, and the Singapore Botanic Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While in Singapore, be sure to: • Visit the Botanic Gardens, home to thousands of orchid species • Check out the attractions and entertainment of Marina Bay • Go to the Night Safari, the world’s first park for nocturnal animals • Shop and then shop some more on Orchard Road • Experience the sights and tastes of Little India • Much more!

More Upcoming Conferences See pages 8-9 for room rates. See page 22 for registration rates.

May 8-11, 2017

Paris, France L’Hotel du Collectionneur, Arc de Triomphe Ear, Nose & Throat Infectious Diseases Neurology Ophthalmology &

See page 8 for room rates. See page 22 for registration rates.

July 10-13, 2017 Dublin, Ireland

InterContinental Dublin Neck & Spine Orthopedics Pain Rheumatology

NEW! MER Primary Care Conferences heads to Dublin, Ireland. Join us in Dublin, capital of the famous Emerald Isle. A small city with a huge reputation, Dublin has character in spades. Discover a capital village that’s both intimate and cosmopolitan, with friendly locals always eager to strike up a conversation. Beyond its impressive collection of museums and galleries, you’ll find food from every corner of the globe and over 1,000 pubs! Don’t miss your chance to: • Tour Dublin Castle • Picnic in Phoenix Park, Europe’s largest park • Have a pint at Kehoe’s, a favorite pub of Dubliners • Experience the medieval streets and nightlife of Temple Bar • Stroll through the grounds of Trinity College Dublin • Go shopping on Grafton Street • Be awed by St. Patrick’s Cathedral • Explore Guinness Storehouse® • Much more! See page 9 for room rates. See page 22 for registration rates.

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Credits Offered: AMA, AOA, AAFP, ACEP, AAPA, ANCC, ACPE.

May 29-June 1, 2017 Barcelona, Spain Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona Gastroenterology Geriatrics Nephrology Oncology &

September 11-14, 2017 Venice, Italy

JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa Bariatrics Endocrinology Psychiatry Vascular Medicine

New Destinations

11 Exciting new destinations

Anchorage, AK

Beaver Creek, CO

Chicago, IL

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Dana Point, CA

Dublin, Ireland

Napa, CA

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Palm Beach, Aruba

Phoenix, AZ

Singapore

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Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

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Venice, Italy Page 9

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INTERNAL MEDICINE

internal medicine for primary care MER’s Internal Medicine Conference Series is now more comprehensive introducing new content modules that allow you to broaden your educational experience. Each conference is unique. Visit www.mer.org for content topics and learning objectives for each offering. MER’s 3-Day, 4-Day and 5-Day Internal Medicine Conference Series will offer content in the following topics:

• Allergy & Immunology • Bariatrics • Cardiology • Dermatology • Ear, Nose & Throat • Endocrinology • Gastroenterology • Geriatrics • Gynecology • Infectious Diseases • Medicolegal • Men’s Urology • Neck & Spine • Nephrology • Neurology • Oncology • Ophthalmology • Orthopedics • Pain • Podiatry • Psychiatry • Pulmonology • Rheumatology • Sports Medicine • Toxicology • Vascular Medicine For a complete list of 3-day, 4-day and 5-day agendas and learning objectives see mer.org.

Dates and Locations

2017

n January 8-12**

Wailea, Maui, HI Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Neck & Spine/Ortho/Pain/Rheum Starting at $299 per night

n January 26-29*

Key West, FL Casa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Cardio/Endo/Neuro/Pulm Starting at $409 per night

n January 26-29*

San Juan, Puerto Rico InterContinental San Juan Derm/Gastro/ID/Psych Starting at $279 per night

n February 7-10*

Singapore Four Seasons Hotel Singapore Cardio/Derm/Neuro/Pulm Starting at S$450 per night Single Room (one breakfast included in room rate) Starting at S$490 per night Double Room (two breakfasts included in room rate) Each additional breakfast S$40 per person

n February 16-19*

Grand Cayman Islands, BWI Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort Ortho/Pain/Rheum/Sports Med Starting at $419 per night

n February 23-26*

Nassau, Bahamas Atlantis Paradise Island Resort Endo/Geri/ID/Psych $180 Beach Tower $219 Coral Tower $289 Royal Tower $419 Cove Suites

n February 26-March 2**

Waikiki, Oahu, HI Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach Derm/Endo/Gastro/ID Starting at $299 per night

n March 9-12*

Las Croabas, Puerto Rico El Conquistador Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Bariatrics/Endo/Gastro/Psych Starting at $285 per night

n March 12-16**

Wailea, Maui, HI Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Cardio/Geri/Neuro/Psych Starting at $314 per night

n March 12-16**

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort Derm/Gastro/Medicolegal/Nephro Starting at $318 per night

n March 16-19*

Nassau, Bahamas Atlantis Paradise Island Resort ENT/ID/Ophth/Pulm $229 Beach Tower $269 Coral Tower $299 Royal Tower $529 Cove Suites

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. n 3-Day Conference. n *4-Day Conference. n **5-Day Conference. n ***Premium Location.

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n March 24-26

Phoenix, AZ JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa Ortho/Pain/Rheum Starting at $369 per night

n April 6-9*

San Juan, Puerto Rico InterContinental San Juan Neck & Spine/Ortho/Pain/Rheum Starting at $239 per night

n April 6-9*

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort Cardio/Derm/ID/Pulm Starting at $318 per night

n April 20-23*

Grand Cayman Islands, BWI The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa Neuro/Pulm/Rheum/Vasc Starting at $399 per night

n April 21-23

Charleston, SC Francis Marion Hotel Gastro/ID/Psych Starting at $289 per night

n April 23-27**

Wailea, Maui, HI Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Cardio/Endo/Gyn/Men’s Uro Starting at $307 per night

n April 27-30*

Disneyland® Resort, CA Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa Derm/Endo/Neuro/Psych Starting at $349 per night

n April 27-30*

St. Maarten, Sint Maarten The Westin St. Maarten Dawn Beach Resort & Spa Endo/Gastro/ID/Nephro Starting at $194 per night

n May 8-11*

Paris, France L’Hotel du Collectionneur, Arc de Triomphe ENT/ID/Neuro/Ophth Starting at 345 € per night Single Room (one breakfast included in room rate) Starting at 370 € per night Double Room (two breakfasts included in room rate) Each additional breakfast 32 € per person

n May 18-21*

Nassau, Bahamas Atlantis Paradise Island Resort Cardio/Derm/Neuro/Pulm $159 Beach Tower $199 Coral Tower $249 Royal Tower $359 Cove Suites

n May 18-21*

Key West, FL Casa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Endo/Geri/Psych/Rheum Starting at $349 per night

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Dates and Locations n May 21-25**

n July 20-23*

Starting at $339 per night

Starting at $349 per night

Koloa, Kauai, HI Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa Bariatrics/Endo/Gastro/Psych

n May 29-June 1*

Barcelona, Spain Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona Gastro/Geri/Nephro/Onc

Starting at 299€ per night Single Room (one breakfast included in room rate) Starting at 329 € per night Double Room (two breakfasts included in room rate) Each additional breakfast 37€ per person

n June 8-11*

Hilton Head Island, SC The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa Derm/Endo/ID/Pulm Starting at $325 per night

n June 22-25*

Disneyland® Resort, CA Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa Cardio/Endo/Gyn/Psych

n August 4-6

Walt Disney World Resort, FL Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort Bariatrics/Gastro/Nephro Starting at $252 per night

n August 10-13*

n November 2-5*

Starting at $339 per night

Washington, D.C. Mandarin Oriental, Washington, D.C. Neck & Spine/Ortho/Pain/Pod Starting at $265 per night

n September 3-7**

n July 2-5*

Anchorage, Alaska The Hotel Alyeska Cardio/Gastro/Ophth/Psych Starting at $305 per night

n July 9-13**

Banff, Alberta, Canada The Fairmont Banff Springs Allergy & Immuno/Cardio/Derm/Pulm

Mackinac Island, MI Grand Hotel Endo/Gastro/ID/Nephro

$470 Cat I $580 Cat II $740 Cat III Rates based on Double Occupancy Daily rate includes breakfast and dinner

Starting at $299 per night

n November 12-16**

n November 30-December 3*

Venice, Italy JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa Bariatrics/Endo/Psych/Vasc

Starting at 360€ per night Single Room (one breakfast included in room rate) Starting at 390 € per night Double Room (two breakfasts included in room rate) Each additional breakfast 25€ per person

n September 22-24

Yosemite, CA Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite Neck & Spine/Ortho/Pain Starting at $259 per night

n July 10-13*

n July 13-16*

New York, NY Grand Hyatt New York Bariatrics/Endo/Psych

n September 11-14*

Starting at $219 per night

Starting at $329 per night

Starting at 260€ per night Single Room (one breakfast included in room rate) Starting at 280 € per night Double Room (two breakfasts included in room rate) Each additional breakfast 20 € per person

Starting at $309 per night

Wailea, Maui, HI Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Derm/Neuro/Psych/Rheum

n October 1-5**

Dublin, Ireland InterContinental Dublin Neck & Spine/Ortho/Pain/Rheum

Palm Beach, Aruba The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba Cardio/Endo/Gastro/Gyn

Kona, Big Island, HI Hilton Waikoloa Village Endo/Gastro/ID/Nephro

Wailea, Maui, HI Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Cardio/Endo/Neuro/Pulm Starting at $314 per night

Starting at $319 per night

n November 3-5***

n June 25-29**

Starting at $269CAD per night

Starting at $374 per night

Disneyland® Resort, CA Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa ENT/ID/Neuro/Ophth

Starting at $439CAD per night

Quebec City, Quebec, Canada Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac Bariatrics/Gastro/Vasc

New York, NY New York Marriott Marquis Medicolegal/Ortho/Pain

Kapalua Maui, HI The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua ENT/ID/Ophth/Pulm

Starting at $406CAD per night

n June 30-July 2

Starting at $239 per night

n October 26-29*

n August 6-10**

n August 17-20*

Starting at $399 per night

Southampton, Bermuda The Fairmont Southampton Gastro/ID/Neuro/Tox

n October 20-22*** ®

Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Derm/Endo/Neuro/Psych Kapolei, Oahu, HI Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa Cardio/Geri/Ortho/Pulm

n October 19-22*

Koloa, Kauai, HI Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa Neuro/Onc/Pulm/Vasc

Starting at $255 per night

Nassau, Bahamas Atlantis Paradise Island Resort Medicolegal/Neuro/Ortho/Sports Med Starting at $129 per night

n December 7-10*

Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo Cardio/Geri/Onc/Psych Starting at $369 per night

n December 7-10*

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort Derm/Gastro/Gyn/Men’s Uro Starting at $329 per night

n December 14-17*

Nassau, Bahamas Atlantis Paradise Island Resort Neck & Spine/Neuro/Ortho/Rheum Starting at $129 per night

n October 6-8

Las Vegas, NV Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas Cardio/Neuro/Pulm Starting at $255 per night

n October 6-8

San Diego, CA Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego Cardio/Endo/Gastro Starting at $274 per night

n October 15-19**

n December 17-21**

Kapolei, Oahu, HI Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa Allergy & Immuno/Cardio/Derm/Gastro Starting at $369 per night

n December 29-31

Las Vegas, NV Bellagio Hotel and Casino Neuro/Pulm/Rheum Starting at $239 per night

Walt Disney World Resort, FL Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Geri/Neuro/Psych/Rheum ®

Starting at $318 per night

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Men’s & Women’s Health

women’s health FOR PRIMARY CARE Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Distinguish between ovulatory and anovulatory uterine bleeding and other menstrual abnormalities and select appropriate treatment options • Explain the process of menopausal transition (climacteric) and describe the potential risks/benefits of HRT options, especially in relation to breast cancer and cardiovascular disease • Describe the management of HPV infection and abnormal pap smear results • Identify current strategies for diagnosing and managing osteoporosis, thyroid disorders and obese patients • Discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome • Recognize and manage common symptoms of depression and other psychiatric disorders in women

program (Women’s Health)

Dates and Locations

2017 n January 27-29

Walt Disney World ® Resort, FL Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Women’s Health for Primary Care Starting at $318 per night

n April 7-9

Napa, CA Silverado Resort and Spa Women’s Health for Primary Care Starting at $225 per night

n August 10-13*

San Diego, CA Hotel del Coronado Women’s Health for Primary Care Starting at $299 per night

n December 1-3

Las Vegas, NV Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas Women’s Health for Primary Care Starting at $249 per night

Day One (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Abnormal Uterine Bleeding • Menopausal Transition and Hormone Replacement Therapy • Breast Cancer Screening • Osteoporosis • Managing Obesity • Case Presentations Day two (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Thyroid Disorders in Women • Depression in Women • Other Psychiatric Disorders • Management of Abnormal Pap Smears • Management of High-Risk HPV Infections • Case Presentations Day three (8:00 am - 10:00 am)

• Anxiety Disorders • Case Presentations

4-day agenda and learning objectives at mer.org

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Walt Disney World® Resort, FL

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

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Napa, CA

Silverado Resort and Spa

San Diego, CA

Hotel del Coronado

+ Additional destination!

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Men’s & Women’s Health

Dates and Locations Men’s Health content will be offered in these locations:

2017 n March 30-April 2*

Disneyland® Resort, CA Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa Men’s & Women’s Health for Primary Care Starting at $319 per night

n June 30-July 2

Las Vegas, NV Bellagio Hotel and Casino Men’s & Women’s Health for Primary Care Starting at $189 per night

n July 14-16

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Men’s & Women’s Health for Primary Care Starting at $262 per night

n September 28- October 1*** Sea Island, GA The Cloister at Sea Island Men’s & Women’s Health for Primary Care Starting at $410 per night Premium Location (4-day)

n October 6-8

Men’s health FOR PRIMARY CARE Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Differentiate between and treat benign prostate conditions and prostate cancers • Discuss medical management of male sexual health including sexual function, fertility and infertility, • Council patients regarding androgen replacement • List common sexually transmitted diseases • Describe disorders of male hypogonadism

Topics (Men’s Health)

• Male Maligancies (testes and prostate) • Benign Prostatic Conditions • Prostate Cancer Screening and Treatment • Family Planning: Fertility, Infertility, Vasectomy • Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Androgen Replacement, Sexual Function and Dysfunction

• Male Hypogonadism and Testosterone Therapy • Endocrine Breast Disorders in Men (Gynecomastia)

Savannah, GA Hilton Savannah Desoto Men’s & Women’s Health for Primary Care Starting at $219 per night

n November 9-12*

Key West, FL Casa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Men’s & Women’s Health for Primary Care Starting at $329 per night

n December 14-17*

Grand Cayman Islands, BWI The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa Men’s & Women’s Health for Primary Care Starting at $299 per night

Note: Topics vary by location. Please see mer.org for individual conference agendas and learning objectives.

©Disney

Disneyland® Resort, CA Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa

Las Vegas, NV

Bellagio Hotel and Casino

+ Additional destinations!

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. n 3-Day Conference. n *4-Day Conference. n ***Premium Location.

See page 22 for registration fees.

Grand Cayman Islands, BWI The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa

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Cardiology & Pulmonology

Cardiology & Pulmonology for primary care Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Describe current diagnostic approaches to hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, ACS and CAD • Discuss treatment strategies reflective of current evidence-based medicine for hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, ACS and CAD • Identify the pathophysiology and diagnostic approach of asthma, COPD and common respiratory infections • Design treatment strategies reflective of current evidence-based medicine for asthma, COPD and common respiratory infections

Dates and Locations

2017 n January 13-15

Las Vegas, NV Caesars Palace Las Vegas Starting at $139 per night

n February 3-5

Palm Springs, CA La Quinta Resort & Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Starting at $325 per night

n April 27-30*

Key West, FL Casa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Starting at $409 per night

n May 4-7***

Sea Island, GA The Cloister at Sea Island Starting at $495 per night Premium Location

program Day One (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Asthma • Controversies in the Treatment of Common

n August 3-6*

Disneyland® Resort, CA Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa Starting at $319 per night

Respiratory Infections • Workup of Patients with Suspected CAD: Which Tests for Which Patients • Acute Coronary Syndromes: Initial Workup and Treatment • Case Presentations: (Cardiology)

n October 13-15

Day TWO (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

Starting at $335 per night

Charleston, SC Francis Marion Hotel Starting at $274 per night

n December 29-31

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts

• Arrhythmia Management for the Primary Care Physician • Hypertension Update • Congestive Heart Failure • Everything You Need to Know About COPD • Case Presentations: (Pulmonary) Day THREE (8:00 am - 10:00 AM)

• Primary and Secondary Prevention of CAD • Case Studies 4-day agenda and learning objectives at mer.org

Palm Springs, CA

La Quinta Resort & Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Sea Island, GA

The Cloister at Sea Island

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. n 3-Day Conference. n *4-Day Conference. n ***Premium Location.

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Charleston, SC

Francis Marion Hotel

+ Additional destinations!

Neurology & Psychiatry

Dates and Locations

2017

Neurology & Psychiatry for Primary Care Neurology Learning Objectives

n January 13-15

Scottsdale, AZ The Phoenician Neurology & Psychiatry for Primary Care Starting at $369 per night

n March 31-April 2

San Antonio, TX Grand Hyatt San Antonio Neurology for Primary Care Starting at $245 per night

n April 7-9

Las Vegas, NV The Venetian Neurology for Primary Care Starting at $289 per night

n April 14-16

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts Neurology & Psychiatry for Primary Care Starting at $318 per night

n June 8-11*

Disneyland® Resort, CA Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa Neurology & Psychiatry for Primary Care Starting at $319 per night

n July 7-9

Yosemite, CA Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite Neurology for Primary Care Starting at $325 per night

n September 1-3

Las Vegas, NV Bellagio Hotel and Casino Neurology & Psychiatry for Primary Care Starting at $169 per night

n November 17-19

Phoenix, AZ JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa Neurology for Primary Care Starting at $239 per night

n December 8-10

San Diego, CA Hotel del Coronado Neurology & Psychiatry for Primary Care Starting at $225 per night

Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Review a neurological exam • Explain the differential diagnosis of seizures and the clinical pharmacology of anti-epileptic drugs • Distinguish dementia from delirium, as well as recognize the neurological changes of normal aging • Discuss developments in diagnostic technology and stroke management • Assess and manage vascular and non-vascular headaches and migraines

PSYCHIATRY Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Review diagnosis and treatment (pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic) of substance abuse, anxiety disorders, and ADHD in adults • Discuss mood stabilizing psychosocial and pharmacologic treatments of bipolar disorder as well as frequent comorbid psychiatric disorders • Describe common obstacles to coping with chronic illness and understand strategies that facilitate medication adherence, including the role of self-concept in adapting • Identify and set limits with problematic patients and use tools to manage personal reactions • Review risk factors and patients at risk for suicide and violence and intervene to make timely referrals to combat hopelessness

program Neurology • Neurological exam • Back pain • Epilepsy • Paroxysmal disorders • Sleep disorders • Alzheimer’s disease • Parkinson’s disease • Cerebrovascular disorders • Headaches & migraine • Dizziness & vertigo

PSYCHIATRY Adult ADHD Bipolar disorders Adherence The difficult patient Depression Substance abuse Anxiety disorders Suicide & violence

• • • • • • • •

4-day agenda and learning objectives at mer.org

n December 15-17***

New York, NY Grand Hyatt New York Neurology for Primary Care Starting at $289 per night

Scottsdale, AZ The Phoenician

San Antonio, TX

Grand Hyatt San Antonio

+ Additional destinations! For a list of complete learning objectives when Neurology only is presented see www.mer.org. Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. n 3-Day Conference. n *4-Day Conference. n ***Premium Location.

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ENDOCRINOLOGY

endocrinology for primary care Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Describe and tailor treatment strategies for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes • Review the diagnostic criteria and therapeutic approaches to osteoporosis and other calcium-related disorders • Interpret the diagnostic criteria for dyslipidemia and design individualized treatment plans • Describe the pathophysiology surrounding obesity and counsel patients on the various weight management strategies including patient selection criteria for surgery • Discuss current diagnostic and treatment approaches to thyroid nodules and disorders

Dates and Locations

2017

n February 10-12 Scottsdale, AZ The Phoenician

Starting at $379 per night

n March 10-12

Las Vegas, NV Bellagio Hotel and Casino Starting at $239 per night

n April 7-9

Phoenix, AZ Boulders Resort & Spa Starting at $325 per night

n June 9-11

Colorado Springs, CO The Broadmoor Starting at $387 per night

n August 4-6

program Day One (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus • Disorders of Calcium Metabolism • Management of Dyslipidemia • Case Presentations

Day two (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Disorders of Thyroid Function • Obesity Management Update • Metabolic Bone Disease • Case Presentations

San Francisco, CA JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square Starting at $359 per night

n October 27-29

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort Starting at $272 per night

n December 7-10*

Key West, FL Casa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Starting at $309 per night

Day three (8:00 am - 10:00 am)

• Thyroid Nodules • Case Presentations

Phoenix, AZ

Boulders Resort & Spa

Colorado Springs, CO The Broadmoor

San Francisco, CA

JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. n 3-Day Conference. n *4-Day Conference.

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Credits Offered: AMA, AOA, AAFP, ACEP, AAPA, ANCC, ACPE.

+ Additional destinations!

GERIATRIC

Dates and Locations

2017 n March 3-5

San Diego, CA Hotel del Coronado Starting at $260 per night

n June 23-25

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s Contemporary Resort Starting at $272 per night

n July 21-23

Las Vegas, NV Bellagio Hotel and Casino Starting at $169 per night

n September 8-10***

Cape Cod, MA Wequassett Resort and Golf Club Starting at $415 per night Premium Location

n November 17-19

San Antonio, TX Hilton Palacio del Rio Starting at $229 per night

geriatric medicine for primary care Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Use a comprehensive geriatric assessment to identify potential issues • Discuss the etiologies, differential diagnoses, and treatment approaches to depression in the elderly • Assess and manage cardiac, vascular, musculoskeletal and urologic disorders • Evaluate gait disorders and design practical approaches for the prevention of falls • Differentiate between cognitive impairment, dementias, and Alzheimer’s Disease, and formulate appropriate treatment options • Evaluate and manage pain in the older adult

program Day One (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Approach to the Geriatric Patient • Depression in the Older Adult • Assessing and Managing Urological Disorders • Addressing Cardiovascular Problems • Case Presentations Day two (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Vascular Problems • Common Musculoskeletal Problems • Geriatric Gait Disorders and Falls • Diagnosis and Management of the Patient with Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease

• Case Presentations

Day three (8:00 am - 10:00 am)

• Pain Management • Case Presentations

©Disney

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Las Vegas, NV

Bellagio Hotel and Casino

Wequassett Resort and Golf Club + Additional destinations!

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. n 3-Day Conference. n ***Premium Location.

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orthopedics

office orthopedics for primary care Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Discuss common office orthopedic problems • Describe the anatomy and function of the shoulder and knee joints • Review the basics and common pitfalls of orthopedic X-ray interpretation for shoulder and knee imaging • Describe how and when to utilize joint aspiration and injection for the shoulder and knee joints • Assess common joint problems and describe treatment options

Dates and Locations

2017 n February 10-12***

Beaver Creek, CO The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch Office Orthopedics for Primary Care Starting at $499 per night Premium Location

n March 17-19

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort Orthopedic Medicine for Primary Care Starting at $318 per night

n May 26-28

program Day One (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Shoulder: rotator cuff syndrome; impingement,

frozen shoulder; subacromial bursitis; bicipital tendonitis; A-C joint disease • Upper Extremities: dislocation, differential diagnosis of associated neck problems and referred pain, joint injection/X‑ray views and interpretation, indications for MRI • Elbow: tennis and golfer’s elbow, nursemaid’s elbow, olecranon bursitis, supracondylar fractures, joint injection/X-ray interpretation • Wrist and Hand

Day two (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Knee: evaluation and treatment of anterior knee

pain; ACL, meniscus, MRI; common sports injuries; osteoarthritis and hyaluronan; bursitis: prepatellar, pes anserine; baker’s cyst; joint injection/X-ray interpretation; pediatrics • Ankle and Foot

Las Vegas, NV Bellagio Hotel and Casino Office Orthopedics for Primary Care Starting at $169 per night

n June 16-18

Chicago, IL The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Chicago Orthopedic Medicine for Primary Care Starting at $265 per night

n August 25-27

Seattle, WA Grand Hyatt Seattle Office Orthopedics for Primary Care Starting at $319 per night

n September 8-10

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Office Orthopedics for Primary Care Starting at $277 per night

n October 27-29

Las Vegas, NV The Venetian Orthopedic Medicine for Primary Care Starting at $249 per night

Day three (8:00 am - 10:00 am)

• Shoulder Examination and Injection Workshop • Knee Examination, Injection, and Aspiration Workshop 4-day agenda and learning objectives at mer.org

Beaver Creek, CO

The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch

Chicago, IL

The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Chicago

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Seattle, WA

Grand Hyatt Seattle

+ Additional destinations!

RHEUMATOLOGY & MUSCULOSKELETAL

Dates and Locations

2017 n February 24-26

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Starting at $308 per night

n June 2-4

Dana Point, CA The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Starting at $345 per night

n August 4-6

Lake Tahoe, CA The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe Starting at $429 per night

n September 22-24

Santa Fe, NM Inn and Spa at Loretto Starting at $229 per night

n November 17-19

Las Vegas, NV Bellagio Hotel and Casino Starting at $219 per night

rheumatology & musculoskeletal medicine for primary care Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Differentiate between inflammatory and non-inflammatory joint pain and the differential diagnosis of each category • Describe the technique of joint aspiration, joint injection, and synovial fluid analysis • Demonstrate a musculoskeletal examination • Evaluate and treat osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, spinal pain, regional pain syndromes, osteoporosis, and gout • Use current evidence to design treatment strategies for rheumatoid arthritis

program Day One (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Evaluating the Patient with Joint Pain • Physical Examination of Joints and Soft Tissue and Diagnosis of Regional Pain Syndromes

• Differential Diagnosis of Inflammatory Arthritis • Update in Pharmacology for Arthritis • Workshop: Hands-on Joint and Soft Tissue Examination

Day two (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Osteoarthritis • Crystal Disease: Gout and Pseudogout • Spinal Pain • Osteoporosis • Joint Injection Technique • Workshop: Joint Aspiration and Injection Technique Day three (8:00 am - 10:00 am)

• Fibromyalgia • Case Presentations

Dana Point, CA The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Lake Tahoe, CA

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

Santa Fe, NM

Inn and Spa at Loretto

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Infectious Diseases

INFECTIOUS DISEASE MEDICINE for primary care Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Discuss the most important approaches to the febrile patient with potentially life-threatening diseases in both hospital- and clinic-associated settings • Diagnose and manage important infectious disease syndromes in a range of organ-based systems (CNS, respiratory, gastrointestinal, skin and soft-tissue) • Identify the updates for immunizations and genitourinary infections (including selected sexually transmitted diseases) • Describe important strategies for the evaluation of infections in immunocompromised hosts

Dates and Locations

2017

n February 9-12*

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s Contemporary Resort Starting at $318 per night

n May 26-28

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort Starting at $318 per night

n June 9-11

Lake George, NY The Sagamore Resort Starting at $259 per night

n August 11-13

Las Vegas, NV Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas

program

Starting at $230 per night

Day One (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Bone and Joint Infections • Immunizations Update • Emerging Infectious Diseases • Gastrointestinal Infections and Clostridium Difficile • Infectious Disease Syndromes in the Special Host

n December 15-17

Asheville, NC The Omni Grove Park Inn Starting at $269 per night

Day two (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Respiratory Tract Infections • Skin and Soft Tissue Infections • Genitourinary Diseases Update • Evidence-Based Review of Healthcare-Associated Infections

• Central Nervous System Infections Day three (8:00 am - 10:00 am)

• Tuberculosis • Case Presentations: Don’t Miss It: Ambulatory Care Infectious Diseases Emergencies

4-day agenda and learning objectives at mer.org

Lake George, NY

The Sagamore Resort

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Las Vegas, NV

Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas

Asheville, NC

The Omni Grove Park Inn

+ Additional destinations!

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dermatology

Dates and Locations

2017

n February 10-12

Las Vegas, NV Caesars Palace Las Vegas Starting at $159 per night

n March 17-19

Miami Beach, FL Loews Miami Beach Hotel Starting at $399 per night

n April 28-30

New Orleans, LA JW Marriott New Orleans Starting at $329 per night

n June 16-18

Nashville, TN Loews Vanderbilt Hotel

DERMATOLOGY FOR PRIMARY CARE Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to: • Review the diagnostic principles and treatment options for dermatitis, papulosquamous disorders, as well as viral, fungal, and bacterial infections • Describe the step-wise approach for the diagnosis and treatment of acne and acneiform eruptions • Identify cutaneous findings that serve as surrogates of internal diseases • Differentiate benign and malignant skin tumors and employ appropriate in-office procedures • Discuss strategies for appropriate sun protection measures

Starting at $239 per night

n July 28-30***

Martha’s Vineyard, MA Harbor View Hotel Starting at $499 per night Premium Location

n October 6-8

Napa Valley/Sonoma, CA The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa Starting at $469 per night

n November 17-19

Walt Disney World® Resort, FL Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Starting at $309 per night

n December 15-17 Scottsdale, AZ The Phoenician

Starting at $239 per night

program Day One (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Dermatitis • Papulosquamous Disorders • Viral Infections • Bacterial Infections • Acne and Acneiform Eruptions

Day TWO (8:00 am - 12:40 pm)

• Skin Manifestations of Systemic Disease • Fungal Infections • Benign Skin Tumors • Skin Surgery for Primary Care Physicians • Case Presentations Day three (8:00 am - 10:00 am)

• Premalignant and Malignant Skin Tumors • Case Presentations

Nashville, TN

Loews Vanderbilt Hotel

Martha’s Vineyard, MA Harbor View Hotel

The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

+ Additional destinations!

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. n 3-Day Conference. n ***Premium Location.

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Pediatric & Adolescent

Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine for primary care

Dates and Locations

MER’s Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine Conferences are designed to give the primary care provider the latest data‑driven strategies to best treat children and adolescents in the office setting. Taught by pediatric and adolescent medicine specialists, these conferences will provide the practical information needed for today’s busy primary care environment.

2017

MER’s 3-Day and 4-Day Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine Conferences will offer content in the following topics:

Starting at $329 per night

• Dermatology • Endocrinology • Gastroenterology • Gynecology • Infectious Diseases • Neurology • Psychiatry • Rheumatology • Sports Medicine

n February 23-26*

Key West, FL Casa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria Resort Pediatric & Adolescent: Derm/Endo/Neuro/Psych Starting at $459 per night

n May 19-21

Asheville, NC The Omni Grove Park Inn Pediatric & Adolescent: Gastro/ID/Rheum

n August 10-13*

Hilton Head Island, SC The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa Pediatric & Adolescent: Gastro/Gyn/Psych/Sports Med Starting at $319 per night

n November 16-19*

Disneyland® Resort, CA Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa Pediatric & Adolescent: Derm/Endo/Neuro/Rheum Starting at $319 per night

Please see www.mer.org for individual conference agendas and learning objectives.

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Key West, FL

Casa Marina, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Hilton Head Island, SC The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

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Disneyland® Resort, CA Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa

+ Additional destination!

program accreditation Physician Accreditation

Medical Education Resources (MER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation

Medical Education Resources (MER) designates these live activities for a maximum of 11-17 AMA PRA Category 1 credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.*

American Academy of Family Physicians

Target Audience

These programs are targeted to officebased primary care providers and other health professionals with updates in primary care medicine

Approved for AAFP Prescribed credits.*

American Osteopathic Association

These programs are approved for 11-17 hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.*

American College of Emergency Physicians These activities are approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for a maximum of 11‑17 hours ACEP Category I credit.1*

Learning Outcome

To provide updates in primary care medicine to office-based providers

Canadian Physicians

The College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) has a reciprocal credit agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) for activities which offer Prescribed credit. CFPC members who complete these conferences may claim the equivalent number of Mainpro-M1 credits.

American Academy of Physician Assistants AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed Credit from AAFP, and AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM from organizations accredited by the ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 11-17 hours of Category I credit for completing these programs.*

Nursing Accreditation

Medical Education Resources (MER) is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. These CE activities provide 11-17 contact hours of continuing nursing education.* Medical Education Resources (MER) is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299. These CE activities provide 11-17 contact hours.

American Council for Pharmacy Education

Medical Education Resources (MER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. MER designates these continuing education activities for 11-17 contact hour(s) (1.1‑1.7 CEUs) of the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education.* Visit www.mer.org for the Universal Program Numbers for each activity.

These activities are certified as Knowledge-based CPE.

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registration fees CONFERENCES

Early Bird

Regular

RESIDENTS & OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Early Bird Regular

3-Day Conferences

$795

$895

$595

$695

$895

$995

$695

$795

$995

$1,095

$795

$895

$1,095

$1,195

$845

$945

$945

$1,045

$695

$795

$995

$1,095

$795

$895

$1,095

$1,195

$845

$945

$1,295

$1,395

$1,095

$1,195

PHYSICIANS

• Internal Medicine • Men’s & Women’s Health • Cardiology & Pulmonology • Neurology & Psychiatry • Endocrinology • Geriatric Medicine • Infectious Diseases • Dermatology • Pediatric & Adolescent (see pages 7-15 and 18-20)

• Orthopedics • Rheumatology & Musculoskeletal (see pages 16-17)

4-Day Conferences

• Internal Medicine • Men’s & Women’s Health • Cardiology & Pulmonology • Endocrinology • Neurology & Psychiatry • Infectious Diseases • Pediatric & Adolescent (see pages 6-14, 18 and 20)

5-Day Conferences • Internal Medicine (see pages 8-9)

3-Day Premium Locations • Cape Cod, MA • Martha’s Vineyard, MA • New York, NY (see pages 9, 15 and 19)

3-Day Premium Location (Orthopedics) • Beaver Creek, CO (see page 16)

4-Day Premium Location • Sea Island, GA (see pages 11-12)

Asian & European Locations • Barcelona, Spain • Dublin, Ireland • Paris, France • Singapore • Venice, Italy (see pages 6-9) PRICING OPTIONS Physicians

Physicians with an M.D. or D.O. designation are eligible.

Residents & Other Health Professionals

Pricing for residents and other health professionals is open to medical residents, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and PharmDs /RPHs.

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Early Bird Registrations

To be eligible for the Early Bird Rate, registrations must be confirmed by MER at least 60 days before the start of the conference.

Credits Offered: AMA, AOA, AAFP, ACEP, AAPA, ANCC, ACPE.

TO REQUEST INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER FOR A conference: Accommodations

Hotel rates are subject to change without notice. Space is limited in our negotiated room-block. Early reservations are recommended to ensure accommodations at these popular properties. Availability and rates are subject to change once room-blocks are filled. Group rates shown do not include taxes and fees. Please contact the hotel to receive specific information on cancellation policies and other information. DUE TO THE POPULARITY OF THESE PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES, WE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO GUARANTEE HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS. PLEASE REGISTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. HOTEL RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Conference registrations must be accompanied by payment. We cannot confirm your course registration until payment is received.

Online

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Phone

Call toll free 1-800-421-3756 or 303-798-9682 8:00am–4:30pm mst

Business Deduction for Work-Related Education

Contact your tax advisor for more details.

Cancellation Policy

If you are unable to attend and are forced to cancel or transfer your registration, we will give a full refund if you cancel within one week of the date you register for the conference. Cancellations or transfers made after one week from your registration date are non-refundable; however, they may be credited toward a future MER registration, minus a nonrefundable $50 fee. The credit expires one year from the date of cancellation. Credits applied to a future meeting are non‑refundable. If you are unable to attend the program you registered for, and you do not notify MER by one week before the course start date, your entire registration fee will be non-refundable.

Disclaimer

A portion of your room rate will be applied to offset the cost of the food and beverage served during the meeting to participants only. This includes daily breakfast and morning coffee breaks during meeting hours for registered attendees.

Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest

It is the policy of Medical Education Resources (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. In accordance with this policy, MER identifies conflicts of interest with its instructors, content managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of an activity. Conflicts are resolved by MER to ensure that all scientific research referred to, reported, or used in a CME activity conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection, and analysis.

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The conferences consist of half‑day morning sessions. Breakfast is provided to attendees each meeting day. Ski meeting agendas differ from standard MER schedules. See www.mer.org for details.

Special Assistance

MER’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 registration department at 1‑800‑421‑3756.

MER’s Green Initiative

MER believes it is important to conserve and protect the natural resources we have been given. Take-home flash drives containing all materials presented during the conference will be provided. In this way, we will be able to save hundreds of thousands of sheets of paper per year. MER believes that all of us should Reduce, Reuse and Recycle as much as possible. ©2017 MER

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