Upcoming Medical Conferences in San Diego

Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT) is organized by CardioVascular Research Foundation (CRF) and will be held from Sep 21 - 25, 2018 at San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, California, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is designed for interventional cardiologists, radiologists, clinical cardiologists, scientists, vascular medicine specialists, cardiac and vascular surgeons, nurse practitioners, cath lab technicians, and other healthcare professionals with a special interest in the field of interventional and vascular medicine. Learning Objectives : By the end of the symposium, participants should be able to : • Apply the results from important clinical trials and evidence-based medicine to guide the management of patients with atherosclerosis and structural heart disease • Incorporate new interventional technologies and procedures into the care of patients with complex coronary and endovascular disease • Integrate advances in diagnostic evaluation and therapeutics into the treatment of patients with carotid and peripheral arterial disease • Implement appropriate pharmacologic management in the care of patients undergoing diagnostic arteriography and interventional therapies before, during, and after catheterization • Identify new interventional technologies and propose appropriate applications for patients with cardiovascular disease Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Gastrointestinal and Liver Association of the Americas (GALA) San Diego Conference is organized by Gastrointestinal and Liver Association of the Americas (GALA), Annenberg Center for Health Sciences At Eisenhower, Texas Liver Institute and will be held from Sep 21 - 22, 2018 at San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina, San Diego, California, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Gastroenterologists, hepatologists, internists, family practitioners, surgeons, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, fellows/residents in training, registered nurses, and other healthcare professionals with an interest in GI and liver disease. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 11 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. The objective of delivering comprehensive educational updates that highlight the most clinically relevant advances in chronic liver and gastrointestinal (GI) diseases. Since its founding, GALA has hosted 17 highly successful, 1.5-day conferences and the San Diego conference will focus on: • Evaluation of chronic diarrhea and IBS-D in the era of precision medicine • Chronic idiopathic constipation and opioid-induced constipation: The same but different • Gut microbiota and gastrointestinal health: The basics and what's new • An update on the pharmacologic treatment of NAFLD/NASH: Beyond lifestyle modifications • Autoimmune biliary disease: Diagnosis and management of PBC and PSC • Management of alcohol-related hepatitis • Thrombocytopenia and coagulopathies in the GI patient: How to prevent bleeding • Positioning new therapies for ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease • The evolving role of therapeutic drug monitoring in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) • The diagnosis and management of colorectal cancer • How to choose your HCV therapy: a nuc or PI-based regimen • How to deal with HBV coinfection, risk of HCC after SVR and treating patients with cirrhosis and renal failure • Diagnosis and management of HCC: Reset, ablate, or transplant? When is a biopsy needed and when is an oncologist needed? • Refractory heartburn: All roads lead to Rome • Proton pump inhibitors: How and when to use in the current environment • Achalasia: Current diagnostic workup and management Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Inaugural Scripps Cardiomyopathy and Cardio-Oncology Symposium: A Case-Based Approach is organized by Scripps Health and will be held on Sep 22, 2018 at Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa, San Diego, California, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Cardiologists, Oncologists, Internists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Description: Significant advances in the diagnosis and management of cardiomyopathies and resultant heart failure continue to emerge, compelling the practice of cardiology to constantly evolve. These advances must be consistently implemented into clinical practice to guarantee the best care for patients affected by these cardiovascular conditions. Expert faculty will cover a wide range of topics including the diagnosis, management, and state-of-the-art treatment for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, chemo-induced cardiomyopathy, cardiac amyloidosis, cardiac sarcoidosis, arrhythmias related to each of these diseases, genetic abnormalities that can lead to these diseases, and advanced cardiac imaging. Faculty will also cover a variety of co-morbid and chronic conditions patients with heart disease may face. The goal of the conference is for participants to return to their practice equipped with the latest evidence base and practical information to improve patient outcomes. Course Objectives: • Incorporate current and emerging clinical evidence in the assessment, treatment and management of patients with challenging cardiovascular disease. • Integrate new concepts in the imaging of patients with cardiomyopathies. • Assess new medical and surgical therapies for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. • Discuss current pharmacologic strategies for patients with cardiac amyloidosis. • Employ screening strategies for patients undergoing chemotherapy to help identify cardiac toxicity. • Describe current pharmacologic and medical management strategies for patients with chemo-induced cardiomyopathy. • Evaluate device based therapies for heart rhythm disorders related to cardiomyopathies. • Define current recommendations for the use of genetic testing in the setting of cardiomyopathies. • Interpret complex case-based imaging of patients with cardiomyopathies. Speakers: Rajeev C. Mohan, MD, Scripps Clinic, Ajay V. Srivastava, MD, FACC, Scripps Clinic, Jorge A. Gonzalez, MD, FACC, Scripps Clinic, J. Thomas Heywood, MD, FACC, Scripps Clinic, Jeffrey W. Kelly, PhD, The Scripps Research Institute, Anuj K. Mahindra, MD, Scripps Clinic, Evan D. Muse, MD, PhD, MCTI, FACC, Scripps Translational Science Institute, John D. Rogers, MD, FACC, Scripps Clinic, David S. Rubenson, MD, FACC, FASE, Scripps Clinic Time: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm

Academy of Integrative Health & Medicine (AIHM) Annual Conference 2018 is organized by Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM) and will be held from Sep 22 - 26, 2018 at Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, San Diego, California, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 30.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Description: "The Integrative Health & Medicine Conference of the Year". This annual healthcare and wellness conference joins a community of individuals dedicated to transforming the health of humanity and the planet. This conference will feature all topics relevant to integrative medicine, such as functional nutrition, the microbiome, natural approaches to mental health, non-pharmacological approaches to pain management, the science of the biofield therapies, psychoneuroimmunology, practitioner self-care, the business of health and so much more. As a community of healthcare providers, advocates and consumers, we join annually to connect, mobilize and be the change we want to see in healthcare. AIHM 2018 is more than a conference; it is a movement. It is our opportunity to connect with people from all over the world to learn the latest information on the evidence-based science of health and healing, network to move the integrative health movement forward, and be in a nurturing environment supported by our colleagues and friends. Speakers: Mimi Guarneri, MD, FACC, ABOIM, Mark Houston, MD, Wayne Jonas, MD, Joseph Pizzorno, ND, Sara Gottfried, MD, Myles Spar, MD, MPH, Gladys McGarey, MD, MD(H), Tori Hudson, ND, Bob Johansen, MDiv, PhD, Scott Shannon, MD, Lise Van Susteren, MD, Greg Kawchuk, DC, MSc, PhD, Fonna Forman, JD, Dale Bredesen, MD, Patrick Hanaway, MD, Shamini Jain, PhD, Robert Bonakdar, MD, Michael Kurisu, DO, Roger Mignosa, DO, Timothy Culbert, MD, Henry Emmons, MD Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The 66th American Osteopathic College of Anesthesiologists (AOCA) Annual Convention is organized by American Osteopathic College of Anesthesiologists (AOCA) and will be held from Sep 23 - 26, 2018 at Paradise Point Resort & Spa, San Diego, California, United States of America. Pre-Conference Session will be held on Sep 22, 2018. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

77th Annual Meeting of AAST and 4th World Trauma Congress is organized by American Association for the Surgery of Trauma (AAST) and will be held from Sep26 - 29, 2018 at Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, San Diego, California, United States of America. The 4th World Trauma Congress consists of panel presentations, short presentations, abstract presentations and posters. More information will be included on this page once the program is set. AAST is expecting over 300 additional International Attendees from 21 international societies. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Sixth Annual Scripps Cancer Care Symposium: A Nursing & Advanced Practice Provider Collaboration is organized by Scripps Health and will be held from Sep 28 - 29, 2018 at Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa, San Diego, California, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 15 contact hours. Conference Description: The Scripps Cancer Care Symposium is designed for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, clinical nurse specialists, and other health care professionals dedicated to the field of hematology/oncology who practice in settings across the continuum of care. During this two day conference, attendees will benefit from an intimate learning environment in which renowned faculty will present the latest in evidence-based oncology care. Participants will return to practice armed with practical strategies and tools to assist in improving quality of life and outcomes for their cancer patients as well as patients’ family members. Expert faculty will cover a wide range of topics affecting practice including sexual health and fertility, new therapies, side effect management, complementary and integrative approaches to treatment, developing successful oncology nurse navigator programs, genomics, survivorship issues, and more. Conference Objectives are: • Evaluate current issues and trends in cancer care. • Discuss new therapeutic options for the treatment of a number of common malignancies. • Identify strategies to integrate evidence-based cancer care into your practice. • Describe evidence-based standards of care includ­ing innovations in diagnosis and treatment. • Establish networking relationships with clini­cal colleagues on contemporary nursing and advanced practice provider solutions. Speakers: Donald I. Abrams, MD, UCSF, Sherry A. Adkins, RN, MSN, APN-C, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Carol G. Boyer, RN, MSN, APN, CN-BP, AOCNS, Summit Medical Group MD Anderson Cancer Center, Deborah A. Boyle, RN, MSN, AOCNS, FAAN, University of California Irvine Health, Timothy J. Corbin, MD, FACP, California Cancer Associates for Research and Excellence (cCARE), Wendy A. Brouwer, MSN, RN-C, WHNP, AGN-BC, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Alita A. Campbell-McAdory, MSN, RN, OCN, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Patricia DeCoster, BA, BSN, RN, OCN, Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, William T. DeRosa, DO, FACP, Summit Medical Group MD Anderson Cancer Center, Michelle Filardi, BSN, RN, OCN, Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, Janine A. Galasso, PharmD, UCSD, Constance B. Gore, RN-APN,Summit Medical Group MD Anderson Cancer Center, Anne D. Katz, PhD, RN, FAAN, CancerCare Manitoba, Patrick W. Linson, MD, MPH, DABR, Scripps Health, Tiffiny L. McGowan, RN, MS, FNP-BC, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Bonnie J. Miller, RN, BSN, FAAMA, MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper University Healthcare, Erin M. Nicoson, BSN, RN, Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, Sandra Ortega, BSN, RN, Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, Jody L. Pelusi, PhD, FNP, AOCNP, Northern Arizona Hematology and Oncology Associates, Michelle L. Rohlfs, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, AOCNP, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Lynn S. Schuster-McNally, DNP, ACNP-BC, IFMCP, Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, Jeannie Wirth, MSN, RN, CNS, AOCN, PinnacleHealth System, Marin F. Xavier, MD, Scripps Mercy Hospital Time: 7:00 am to 5:30 pm

California Legal and Ethical Issues for Mental Health Clinicians is organized by PESI HealthCare and will be held on Sep 28, 2018 at Crowne Plaza San Diego - Mission Valley, San Diego, California, United States of America. Conference Description : Join Susan Lewis, psychologist and attorney, for this must-attend seminar that will prepare you for litigation issues which can put your client, your license and your practice at risk. You will learn how to structure your practice to limit exposure of risk, as well as discover simple records, notes and actions that will protect you in the event of a complaint. Susan will provide you with the following take-home tools to minimize risk. • Updates on HIPAA and California laws and regulations. • Risk management strategies. • How to avoid litigation dilemmas, complaints and malpractice actions. • Best practices in the professional relationship, informed consent and office policies. Conference Objectives are : • Specify the best practices in the professional relationship; informed consent, office policies and California limits on confidentiality. • Compile updates on HIPAA and California laws and regulations. • Determine risk management strategies in clinical practice. • Communicate how to avoid litigation dilemmas, licensing complaints and malpractice actions. • Summarize the California legal system to better your understanding. • Explore the differences for treatment of minors. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) Scientific Assembly is organized by American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) and will be held from Oct 01 - 04, 2018 at San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, California, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Emergency Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Residents, Medical Students, Physician Assistant, Emergency Department, Medical Directors, Hospital Administrators, EMTs/Paramedics, Other healthcare providers engaged in the practice of emergency medicine. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 26.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. ACEP18 is the largest and most prestigious Emergency Medicine conference in the world featuring over 350 courses, labs and workshops. Course Description: The ACEP18 curriculum will consist of clinical, as well as essential management and risk management tools to aid in your day-to-day practice. With educational courses, skills labs and workshops - ACEP18 is the best source for your emergency medicine education needs! Why should you attend ACEP18? : At ACEP18 renew your commitment to patient care with evidence-based CME. ACEP18 is time to focus on what is important to you - your patients, and your practice. This is the time for you to enhance clinical skills in order to enhance your practice. Be inspired by your emergency medicine colleagues, and return home ready to inspire others. • Get excited about the future of emergency medicine. • Learn how to make a difference and improve our specialty • Become a part the EM community • Earn CME Pre-conference Courses will be held on Sep 30, 2018. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

North American Menopause Society (NAMS) Annual Meeting is organized by North American Menopause Society (NAMS) and will be held from Oct 03 - 06, 2018 at Hilton San Diego Bayfront, San Diego, California, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 27 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Pre-Meeting Symposium will be held on Oct 03, 2018 Learning Objectives: By participating in this live activity, attendees should be able to: • Recognize issues in clinical practice for women at all stages of the menopause spectrum-perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause. • Identify strategies that enhance the probability for couples to maintain sexual desire in long-term relationships. • Define behavioral approaches and provide treatment options that have the highest likelihood of success for weight loss. • Become familiar with recent advances in the neurobiology and understand the effective treatment options for vasomotor symptoms. • Understand recommended bone turnover markers and select the best options for treatment for osteoporosis. • Evaluate genetic testing for breast cancer and review the management of genitourinary syndrome of menopause for women with or at high risk for breast cancer. • Understand the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment options for Alzheimer disease. • Review hypertension guidelines and new updates in heart failure and women. • Manage sleep disturbance in women and deploy appropriate pharmacologic or cognitive-behavioral therapy options. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.