American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians (ACOEP) 2026 Spring Seminar

American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians (ACOEP) 2026 Spring Seminar is organized by American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians (ACOEP) and will be held from Apr 19 - 23, 2026 at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.

Description:
Educational offerings will include a wide range of emergency medicine topics such as clinical procedures, resuscitation, and specialty-focused care in pediatrics, obstetrics, and ophthalmology. 

Attendees can also participate in hands-on workshops, live educational podcasts, and FOEM research competitions. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your clinical skills, earn continuing education, or connect with peers, the 2026 Spring Seminar offers something for every stage of your career.

Why Attend
Morning general sessions deliver high-yield education. In the afternoons you may choose relaxing time or optional hands-on workshops. Whether you wish to explore Orlando, reconnect with peers, or dive into additional learning — this program offers both opportunity and flexibility.

What to Expect

• General sessions covering high-yield, practice-relevant topics
• Hands-on workshops & COLA / CORE review course
• Livestream option available for those unable to travel
• Access to an additional 10 CME credits through pre-recorded content
• Resident and Student Programming put on by the ACOEP-RSO
• FOEM Research Competitions

Workshops
Thoracic Procedures Workshop
Sunday, April 19 2:30-4:30pm
2 CME Credits
Join us for a hands-on Thoracic Procedures Workshop designed to reinforce and expand on Sunday afternoon’s lectures. Participants will rotate through high-yield skill stations, including GI balloon tamponade devices for variceal bleeding, chest tube and pigtail placement, pericardiocentesis, thoracotomy, floating transvenous pacers, and cardiac ultrasound. This immersive session is ideal for clinicians looking to refine critical procedural techniques and build confidence managing life-threatening thoracic and cardiac emergencies in the emergency department.

Eye Workshop
Monday, April 20 2:00-4:00pm
2 CME Credits
Join us for a hands-on Eye Workshop designed to reinforce and expand on Monday afternoon’s ophthalmology lectures. Participants will rotate through skill stations to practice slit lamp exams, perform ocular ultrasound, explore the latest tonometers, and carry out essential emergency procedures such as lateral canthotomy. Perfect for anyone looking to sharpen their clinical eye skills and gain confidence in diagnosing and managing ocular emergencies.

OB Emergencies Workshop
Tuesday, April 21 2:00-4:00pm
2 CME Credits
Join us for a hands-on OB Emergencies Workshop designed to reinforce and expand on Tuesday afternoon’s obstetric lectures. Participants will rotate through skill stations to practice OB ultrasound, review key techniques for managing postpartum hemorrhage, and refine their response to high-stakes deliveries — including shoulder dystocia and perimortem cesarean sections. This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to strengthen their confidence and skills in managing critical obstetric situations in the emergency department.

Pediatric Procedures Workshop
Wednesday, April 22 2:00-4:00pm
2 CME Credits
Join us for this workshop that will help you feel more confident and comfortable when taking care of critical pediatric patients. Between Pediatric Airways, umbilical lines, IO’s and other PALS procedures and skills you’ll be amazed by what you’ll glean from our expert faculty.

Resident Workshop Discount We have a limited number of spaces available to resident attendees for our afternoon, two-hour Thoracic, Eye, OB Emergencies and Pediatric hands-on workshops at a discounted rate of $75 per course by using code WORKSHOP75 at checkout.

Aesthetics Workshop – More information coming soon!

This introductory workshop blends essential knowledge with practical skill-building for those interested in offering aesthetic services. Participants will explore core facial anatomy, injection safety, product fundamentals, and best practices for patient consultation and complication management. The session also includes key business insights for launching an aesthetics practice. 

COLA / CORE Review
Wednesday, April 22 5:00-9:00pm
4 CME Credits
Join us in Orlando for this high-impact review session that will help you feel confident and ready for your CORE or COLA exams. Through focused discussion of current emergency medicine literature, our expert faculty will break down key concepts, highlight exam-relevant takeaways, and share practical insights you can immediately apply in practice. You’ll leave better prepared for your exam and refreshed on the latest evidence shaping patient care in the ED.