OVERVIEW

Current Topics in Healthcare 2024 is organized by University Learning Systems (ULS) and will be held from Sep 18 - 20, 2024 at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America.

Description:
Our Live Pharmacology CME is perfect for medical professionals seeking to learn the latest in drug therapy. Join nurse practitionersfamily physicians, physician assistants and pharmacists who have been benefiting from our exceptional pharmacology CME for over 30 years. You will enjoy our small class sizes which encourage back-and-forth discussion with clinical faculty from medical & pharmacy schools who see patients daily.

This conference provides 15 contact hours of pharmacy CE and  (1.5 CEU) of live AAFP/ AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, ACPE and pharmacology CE/ CME credit over three days.

Prefer not to travel or sit in the meeting space? Join us via live stream webcast & earn live CE/CME!

Miss the meeting?  You can usually watch online cme courses that were recorded at the live event.

Join us for this pharmacology continuing medical education CME at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, amidst the vibrant nightlife, shows and fine dining of Las Vegas.

Educational Sessions:
Session 1: Wednesday, September 18, 2024 TBD

Session 2: Thursday, September 19, 2024 TBD

Session 3: Friday, September 20, 2024 TBD

In-Person Conference Registration:  Conference registration includes workshop attendance, handouts, breakfast or refreshments during the meetings and documentation of continuing education credit. Spouses, family and friends are welcome and do not need to register unless they attend the educational sessions. Special seminar fees are available for non-professional accompanying persons who wish to attend one or more sessions (no special receipt, certification or credit issued).

Live Stream Webcast Registration:  Includes live conference streaming, access to online course materials and documentation of continuing education credit.

Zoom Requires: An internet connection – broadband wired or wireless (3G or 4G/LTE) For More info: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/ articles/201362023-Zoom-system-requirements-Windows-macOS-Linux

Requirements For Credit: Credit is dependent on verification of conference attendance by on-time check-in at each session and ULS receipt of completed evaluations. Credit is determined based on actual attendance on a per-session basis, no partial credit is awarded.

Pharmacists: Please ensure that we have your NABP# and date of birth on file. ACPE does not allow us to provide you with paper statements of credit.

Statements of Credit:  Should you need a paper statement of credit, you can access that information via CPE Monitor. All other professionals: An applicable paper Statement of Credit will be issued upon receipt of your post-conference paperwork.  

Requirements For Credit: Credit is dependent on verification of conference attendance by on-time check-in at each session and ULS receipt of completed evaluations. Credit is determined based on actual attendance on a per-session basis, no partial credit is awarded.

Note: Approximately one 15-minute Check-in break per 2.5 hours. Credited hours do not include breaks.

Hotel Information:

Room Type

Signature Rooms
Luxe Rooms
Premier Rooms

Rate

Tues-Friday $119
Tues-Friday $139
Tues-Friday $159

Venue

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
3000 Paradise Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Hotel Web Page

https://tinyurl.com/knvphah

Online Reservations

https://book.passkey.com/go/TBD

Phone Reservations

1-800-635-7711

ULS Group Code

 TBD

ULS Group Expiration Date

August 17, 2024

Hotel Taxes

13.38%

Discounted Resort Fee

$25.00/night

 Parking Fee

Free self-parking

ULS Group Rates

Hotel Rooms and Rates based on Availability and double occupancy. Rooms may sell out as the conference date approaches.

Check In / Check Out

3:00 pm / 11:00 am

Attrition Surcharge (If not staying at the hotel, NA for local residents.)

$200.00

RESORT FEE
The Resort Fee has been reduced to $25.00 (plus 13.38% tax) per room, per day, and will be added to the room rate. The Resort Fee provides guests with several of the most commonly requested additional services in one package price without being charged several individual fees. The items included in the fee are:

Wireless Internet access for three devices (excluding the convention area)

Fitness Center access for up to two adults

Use of in-room safe

Local and toll-free domestic (800) calls

Complimentary parking

Complimentary shuttle bus service to the “Las Vegas Strip” and Downtown Las Vegas

CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIMES
The HOTEL’s check-in time is 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. All guests arriving before 3:00 P.M. will be accommodated as rooms become available. The HOTEL’s bell captain can arrange to check baggage for guests arriving early if rooms are unavailable and for guests attending functions on departure day. Photo identification will be required upon check-in.

Attrition Surcharge
If you don't make reservations and stay at the hotel where University Learning Systems has reserved a block of rooms, you must add the attrition surcharge to the conference fee. Staying at a hotel with an offer other than the ULS Group Code such as through a third-party booking, still requires payment of the Attrition Surcharge.

2023/2024 Hotel Attrition Surcharge: $200

ULS will verify all rooming/cabin information with the hotel /travel agent and the hotel /travel agent has the right to release pertinent information to ULS for all attendees. No credit will be reported until the Attrition Surcharge is satisfied.

We apologize for any inconvenience. Unfortunately, we have recently experienced a rash of attendees not utilizing the ULS-designated hotel or travel agent causing ULS to incur significant penalties.

Hotel Amenities & Local Attractions
Variety of suites and onsite amenities.

Onsite Las Vegas Monorail & Westgate Shuttle provides easy access to other Las Vegas attractions.

World's Largest Race & Sports Book.

Extensive dining options, including The Edge Steakhouse and the world-famous Benihana.

Newly opened Serenity Spa.

Conference Location
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino 3000 Paradise Road Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-732-5111 Map Group Reservations Local Transportation

McCarran International Airport (LAS) is located 3.5 miles from Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.

Taxi/Cab stands are located outside of the airport.

Area shuttle services Airline Shuttle, MWTravel Vegas and Bell Trans.

National rental car agencies are located at the airport, use this link for more information.

Enjoy the convenience of the Las Vegas Monorail with a stop located at the Westgate Las Vegas

Source: https://www.westgateresorts.com/hotels/nevada/las-vegas/westgate-las-vegas-resort-casino/

KEY DATES

Event Start Date
18 Sep, 2024
Event Start Date
Event End Date
20 Sep, 2024
Event End Date
Credits

PHARMACISTS :University Learning Systems is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. These programs are accredited for pharmacists.

Session

Contact Hours 

ACPE UAN 

Activity

Session 1

5

0741-0000-23-xxx-L01-P

TBD
Session 250741-0000-23-xxx-L01-PTBD
Session 350741-0000-23-xxx-L01-PTBD


NURSE PRACTITIONERS/ NURSES: This course provides 15 contact hours (1.5 CEU) over three days, 5 hours per day, to fulfill the pharmacotherapeutics/ pharmacology requirements for American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Category 1 Continuing Education Hours  for certification renewal. The same hours submitted to renew certification may be submitted to a State Board of Nursing for re-licensure. American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts formally approved continuing education sponsored by organizations accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).

PHYSICIANS: Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award.  When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1.  CME programs approved by the AAFP are eligible for Category 2 credit  (or Category 1-A  under special circumstances) through the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS: American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Prescribed credit from AAFP. Physician assistants may report the number of hours stated above of Category I credit for completing this program.

CONSULTANT PHARMACISTS: Some consultant pharmacist boards accept University Learning Systems courses for recertification either as is or with board approval. Please contact your board regarding course approval and ULS with any questions.

CANADIAN PHARMACISTS: Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy (CCCEP) accepts courses accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).  This credit is applicable to health professionals who may require pharmacology credit.

CANADIAN PHYSICIANS: Members of the College of Family Physicians of Canada are eligible to receive up to 15 MAINPRO-M1 credits for participation in this activity due to reciprocal agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians.

OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONALS: Contact your respective board regarding approval

  • 15 Contact Hours
  • 1.5 CEUs
  • 15 Mainpro+
  • TARGET AUDIENCE

    PhysicianNursingPharmacistPhysician AssistantPrimary Care PhysicianFamily PhysiciansHealthcare ProfessionalsInternal MedicineNurse Practitioners

    SPECIALITIES

    Primary CarePharmacology

    CONFERENCE VENUE

    Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
    3000 Paradise Rd

    CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

    Advance written notice is required for any refund consideration.

    Up to the Advanced Registration Deadline: Cancellations are subject to a $50 processing fee per person or you may apply your full registration one time to another program attended within 12 months.

    After Advanced Registration Deadline: No refunds, although conference registration less $50 processing fee may be applied one time to another program attended within 12 months.

    Two weeks before the start of the conference: No refunds or application of registration to another program for cancellation, nonappearance or partial attendance. No refunds due to airline delays or cancellation of flights.

    We offer no international refunds, except for Canada.

    Refunds will be processed by original form of payment or by check only.

    Refunds may take 2-4 weeks to process after notification of cancellation.