Upcoming Medical Conferences in San Diego

Comprehensive Colposcopy Course is organized by American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (ASCCP) and will be held from Oct 16 - 19, 2019 at Wyndham San Diego Bayside, San Diego, California, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 22.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Course Description This evidence-based course is designed for the beginning/intermediate colposcopist. It will also benefit clinicians needing updated information about the Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines, the Updated Consensus Guidelines for Managing Abnormal Cervical Cancer Screening Tests and Cancer Precursors, Colposcopy Standards and new concepts about HPV screening and triage, treatment methods, and HPV epidemiology. The course is designed to improve competencies, medical knowledge, practice-based learning, patient outcomes, and /or systems-based practice. The participant should be a licensed physician or advanced practice clinician with an advanced clinical degree from an accredited institution and who makes gynecologic diagnosis and management decisions. Educational Objectives Upon completion of this educational activity, participants should be able to: • Describe the anatomy, cytology, histology, and colposcopic findings of the normal and abnormal cervix, vagina, and vulva (medical knowledge); • Elicit and document an appropriate history including risk factors for lower genital tract neoplasia (medical knowledge, practice-based learning); • Define the pathophysiology of lower genital tract neoplasia, including the role of oncogenic HPV in preinvasive and invasive diseases of the cervix, vagina, and vulva (medical knowledge); • Define the Bethesda System of cervicovaginal terminology (medical knowledge); • Apply new standards for cervical cancer screening, including HPV testing (systems-based practice); • Describe the prevention of cervical neoplasia and genital warts using prophylactic HPV vaccines (medical knowledge); • Discuss the challenges of colposcopy and management of cervical neoplasia for selected patient populations such as adolescents, women infected with HIV, underserved women, and pregnant women (medical knowledge, practice-based learning, patient outcomes) • Perform appropriate cytologic sampling, colposcopic evaluation, and biopsies (including endocervical sampling), and become familiar with instrumentation and necessary supplies (practice-based learning); • Recognize the diagnostic characteristics of cervical abnormalities (low-grade and high-grade cervical lesions as well as adenocarcinoma in-situ and cervical cancer) on cytologic, colposcopic, and histologic exam (practice-based learning); • Interpret and correlate cytologic, colposcopic, and histologic results (practice-based learning); • Formulate a plan of care for the management of women with Pap test abnormalities according to the most recent ASCCP Consensus Guidelines, the ASCUS/LSIL Triage Study (ALTS), and other evidence-based guidelines (practice-based learning, systems-based practice, patient outcomes); • Describe, but not perform, treatment options to include cryosurgery and electrosurgical loop excision procedure (LEEP) of the cervix (practice-based learning); • Summarize and explain the diagnosis and management of vulvar and vaginal neoplasia (medical knowledge, practice-based learning); and, • Provide appropriate patient education and support (medical knowledge, interpersonal and communication skills).

Neurology and Behavioral Health for the Family Physician is organized by American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) and will be held during Oct 16 - 19, 2019 at Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine, San Diego, California, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

American Society of Dermatopathology (ASDP) 56th Annual Meeting is organized by The American Society of Dermatopathology (ASDP) and would be held during Oct 17 - 19, 2019 at Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego Hotel, San Diego, California, United States Of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Clinical Research Monitoring and GCP Workshop for Monitors, Site Coordinators and Auditors is organized by Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA), Inc. and will be held from Oct 17 - 18, 2019 at Wyndham San Diego Bayside, San Diego, California, United States of America. Continuing Education Credit Hours: SOCRA designates this educational activity for a maximum of 14.0 Continuing Education Credits for SOCRA CE and Nurse CNE. SOCRA designates this live activity for a maximum of 14.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Goal: The Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) recognizes the continuing need for education for Clinical Research Professionals. Clinical Research Monitoring is an evolving practice. The purpose of this workshop is to assist Research Site Coordinators, Quality Assurance Auditors, and CRAs/Monitors in improving their skills and their understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Clinical Research Associate/Monitor. Although designed with all research professionals in mind, this program is ideal for Research Study Coordinators who want to improve the understanding of their responsibilities and interactions with their Clinical Research Monitors, and for Monitors/Auditors/Project Managers with 0-5 years monitoring experience who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of monitoring responsibilities. Objective: The goal will be accomplished through lecture and practical application facilitated by clinical research professionals with a combined industry experience of more than 20 years. Information will be presented and discussed regarding monitoring clinical trials according to FDA Regulations and International Conference on Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines as well as practical procedures and site / sponsor / CRO relationships. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of the workshop, the attendee should be able to: • Describe the role of monitoring in clinical research • Discuss the basic principles of Good Clinical Practice; International Conference on Harmonisation GCP guidance; Investigator’s responsibilities; Sponsor’s responsibilities; Monitor’s responsibilities; record retention; and basic requirements for conducting studies in Canada • Describe the investigator recruitment process, identify key selection criteria, and discuss the conduct of a site selection visit • Within the historical perspective of the Nuremberg Code, the Declaration of Helsinki, and the Belmont Report, discuss the objectives of regulations pertaining to Institutional Review Boards and fi nancial disclosure • Discuss regulatory requirements and ethical considerations involved in the informed consent process as well as the informed consent document • Describe the activities involved in study initiation including budget and contract negotiation; planning and conducting investigator meetings; investigator selection; the conduct of study initiation visits; and preparing the site for study participation • Assess the collection and evaluation of research data for completeness, compliance, and accuracy through periodic monitoring visits; discuss reporting and follow-up correspondence • Compare and contrast the auditing and monitoring functions; describe the objectives of auditing; describe FDA inspections and how to prepare for them; review FDA warning letters • Discuss mechanisms to implement and assure the quality of the processes and deliverables involved in clinical research • Describe the essential elements of planning and preparing for and conducting a site closeout visit; site follow-up; and final documents for closure • Describe site management techniques to manage expectations, facilitate site interactions, and improve subject recruitment and study conduct • Discuss additional investigator responsibilities and monitoring of investigator-initiated studies

CPCA 25th Annual Conference 2019 is organized by California Primary Care Association (CPCA) and will be held from Oct 17 - 18, 2019 at Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina, San Diego, California, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Wilderness Medicine First Responder Course is organized by National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) and will be held from Oct 18 - 27, 2019 at REI, San Diego, California, United States of America. Continuing Education Units: • 70 hours of EMT CEUs available at no additional cost • Up to 55 hours towards the Wilderness Medical Society’s Fellowship of the Academy of Wilderness Medicine at no additional cost • Category 1 CMEs for physicians not available • 4 semester credits available from Central Wyoming College • 3 semester credits available from University of Utah for an additional fee of $300 • 3 semester credits available from Western State Colorado University for an additional fee of $240 Topics Covered: • Patient Assessment System • Documentation • Medical Legal • CPR • Spinal Cord Injuries • Long-term Patient Care • Chest Injuries • Shock • Head Injuries • Wilderness Wound Management • Athletic Injuries • Fracture Management and Traction Splinting • Dislocations • Cold Injuries • Heat Illness • Altitude Illness • Cardiac, Respiratory and Neurological Emergencies • Abdominal Emergencies • Mental Health Emergencies • Bites, Stings and Poisoning • Allergies and Anaphylaxis • Diabetes • Search and Rescue • Leadership, Teamwork, and Communication • Communicable Disease • Lightning • Submersion • Urinary and Reproductive System Issues • Medical Decision Making • Common Wilderness Medical Problems • Wilderness Drug and First Aid Kits Minimum age: 16 Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

2nd Annual Lab Asset & Facility Management in Pharma 2019 is organized by Hanson Wade and will be held from Oct 22 - 24, 2019 at The Westin San Diego, San Diego, California, United States of America. Who’s Attending? VP, Director, Head of: • Facility Management • Lab Asset Management • Lab Operations/ Management • Lab/ Consumable Sourcing, Category Management, Procurement • Equipment Management / Maintenance • Lab Design/ Planning From pharma, biotech, CROs, CMOs and research institutions Description: Building on the success of the inaugural Lab Asset And Facility Management Summit 2018, the 2019 meeting will once again bring together market leaders from Procurement, Lab Operations, Facility Management and Equipment Maintenance to explore and benchmark best practice. Join your colleagues who are beginning to implement end-to-end asset management programs to optimize spend and gain better visibility of inventory and equipment lifecycles in order to maximize capital efficiency. As the only peer-led meeting on this niche topic, this is your opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders across pharma, biotechs and solution providers to share new tactics in managing capital-intensive equipment and facilities - which can add value to your scientific research teams. At the event, you'll delve into your core challenges, including: • How to increase R&D productivity and avoid unnecessary downtime • Revise the operating model for lab facility and asset supplies • Optimize utilization of lab equipment and facility footprint • Explore new technologies and IoT for asset monitoring and predictive maintenance • Extend and manage your equipment lifecycle • Evaluate your relationships and collaborations with OEMs Prices: Conference Only: USD 2199.0, Early Bird - Conference Only: USD 1799.0 Time: 12:00 pm to 3:20 pm Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Pacific Coast Obstetrical and Gynecological Society (PCOGS) Meeting is organized by Pacific Coast Obstetrical and Gynecological Society (PCOGS) and will be held from Oct 23 - 27, 2019 at Rancho Bernardo Inn, San Diego, California, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

4th Annual Emergency & Urgent Care Medicine for the Primary Care Provider Conference is organized by Continuing Education Company, Inc. (CEC) and will be held from Oct 25 - 27, 2019 at Omni San Diego Hotel, San Diego, California, United States of America. Target Audience : This conference is designed for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other related healthcare professionals involved in the delivery of immediate medical care for the treatment of acute and chronic illness and injury. Accreditation: AAFP : This live activity, 4th Annual Emergency & Urgent Care Medicine for the Primary Care Provider Conference, with a beginning date of October 25, 2019 has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 15.00 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. ACCME AccreditedAMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ : This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). Continuing Education Company is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Continuing Education Company designates this live activity for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. ABIM CME MOC-accreditedABIM MOC : Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 15 Medical Knowledge 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. CFPC : Members of the College of Family Physicians of Canada are eligible to receive 15 MAINPRO-M1 credits for participation in this activity due to reciprocal agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Pre-Conference : Pre-Conference Workshop: Essentials of Basic Wound Management Techniques & Acute Soft Tissue Infections Pre-Conference Workshop: Advanced Traumatic Wound Management ECG Interpretation   Course Description : This conference will focus on timely and practical issues involving emergency and urgent care medicine. Sessions will provide the latest evidence-based information on the evaluation and treatment of acute emergency conditions. Each session will provide best practices for use in an outpatient clinical setting. Course Objectives : As a result of this conference, participants will be able to: • Discuss the clinical presentation of the acute disorders seen in the primary care setting. • Identify the role of the primary care clinician in the management of these problems. • Utilize current advances in the diagnosis and treatment of these problems, using whenever possible, an evidence-based approach. • Delineate which patients require immediate hospitalization and additional care and those that can be successfully managed as outpatients. • Interact and question nationally acclaimed speakers on a variety of clinical scenarios from medical practice. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

4th Annual Urgent Care & Emergency Medicine for the Primary Care Provider is organized by Continuing Education Company, Inc. (CEC) and will be held from Oct 25 - 27, 2019 at Omni San Diego Hotel, San Diego, California, United States of America. Target Audience: This conference is designed for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other related healthcare professionals involved in the delivery of immediate medical care for the treatment of acute and chronic illness and injury. Accreditation: Physicians AAFP: This live activity, 4th Annual Emergency & Urgent Care Medicine for the Primary Care Provider Conference, with a beginning date of October 25, 2019 has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 15.00 Prescribed credit(s) by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Continuing Education Company designates this live activity for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. ABIM CME MOC-accreditedABIM MOC: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 15 Medical Knowledge 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. AOA: CME activities approved for AAFP credit and AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ are recognized by the AOA as equivalent to AOA Category 2 credit. CFPC: Members of the College of Family Physicians of Canada are eligible to receive 15 MAINPRO-M1 credits for participation in this activity due to reciprocal agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Overview: Presented by Continuing Education Company (CEC); for over 25 years our Primary Care CME Conference Series is designed to update primary care clinicians in rapidly changing therapeutic areas. This year, CEC is pleased to host the “4th Annual Emergency and Urgent Care Medicine for the Primary Care Provider” to be held in San Diego at the Omni San Diego Hotel on October 25-27, 2019. Emergency and Urgent Care medicine involves the delivery of immediate medical care for the treatment of acute and chronic illness and injury. Practitioners providing emergency and urgent care need to be proficient in evaluating and caring for patients presenting with a broad range of acute medical problems. As a result, urgent care medicine requires clinicians to have an extensive scope of knowledge and expertise in the evaluation and treatment of acute medical conditions in all age groups. This conference will focus on timely and practical issues involving emergency and urgent care medicine. Sessions will provide the latest evidence-based information on the evaluation and treatment of acute emergency conditions. Each session will provide best practices for use in an outpatient clinical setting. Program Objectives: As a result of this conference, participants will be able to: • Discuss the clinical presentation of the acute disorders seen in the primary care setting. • Identify the role of the primary care clinician in the management of these problems. • Utilize current advances in the diagnosis and treatment of these problems, using whenever possible, an evidence-based approach. • Delineate which patients require immediate hospitalization and additional care and those that can be successfully managed as outpatients. • Interact and question nationally acclaimed speakers on a variety of clinical scenarios from medical practice. Pre-Conference Workshop: Oct 24 - 25, 2019 Main Conference: Oct 26 - 27, 2019