Upcoming Medical Conferences in Naples

ACG/FGS Annual Spring Symposium is organized by American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) and will be held from Mar 01 - 03, 2019 at Naples Grande Beach Resort, Naples, Florida, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of  13 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Program Description: The field of gastroenterology continues to experience an introduction of novel diagnostic techniques and therapeutic options affecting numerous areas of GI disease management and patient care. This program explores those areas which the gastroenterologist often faces in clinical practice and addresses management updates in a variety of gastrointestinal and hepatic areas. During the program, numerous topics will be covered including: IBD, hepatology, general GI, pancreatobiliary, motility, and endoscopy. The structure of the program includes a mix of didactic presentations delivered by expert faculty followed by panel discussions and Q & A with the experts. This program is designed for gastroenterologists, primary care physicians, nurses, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners interested in the latest information on diagnostic GI and state-of-the-art treatment of these illnesses. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

32nd General Thoracic Surgical Club (GTSC) Annual Meeting is organized by General Thoracic Surgical Club (GTSC) and will be held from Mar 07 - 10, 2019 at Naples Grande Beach Resort, Naples, Florida, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is designed for an audience of physicians, and other healthcare providers who practice thoracic surgery. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 13.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Goal: The purpose of this meeting is to provide a forum for general thoracic surgeons to learn the most up to date information on research, patient care, pathophysiology, surgical techniques and educational methods to maintain the optimum surgical care of general thoracic patients. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to: • Discuss new technology including robotics, bronchoscopic techniques & DNA analysis • Evaluate the various technical aspects of robotic surgery opioid addiction and staging • Summarize new concepts in administration, quality improvement, novel therapies & education • Discuss alternative methods of caring and treating patients with postoperative pain •  Explain and discuss peer to peer programs for esophageal cancer and recent developments in MOC

Pediatric Imaging Essentials by International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. (IICME) is organized by International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. (IICME) and will be held from Mar 07 - 10, 2019 at Naples Grande Beach Resort, Naples, Florida, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is intended for community and academic radiologists (as well as residents and fellows) with a particular interest in pediatric imaging. This primarily will include general (or non-pediatric fellowship trained) radiologists for whom pediatrics is only a portion of their practice. Fellowship-trained pediatric radiologists will also benefit from this course, particularly those who practice pediatric radiology in a small group/center or who need a review of specific pediatric imaging topics outside of their subspecialty practice. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 22.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Educational Objectives: Upon the completion of this activity, the learner will be better able to: • Assess pediatric diseases through various imaging modalities in the context of significant developmental changes from infancy to adulthood. • Provide imaging recommendations to ordering clinicians based on safe and up to date practices. • Create impactful, value-added radiologic reports for clinicians. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Neuro/Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT): Review and Update is organized by International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. (IICME) and will be held from Mar 11 - 14, 2019 at Naples Grande Beach Resort, Naples, Florida, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is designed for general radiologists and neuroradiologists. Neurologists, neurosurgeons, and otolaryngologists may also find the program beneficial as could allied health care professionals who desire an update on recent imaging advances and the use of imaging as an aid to clinical patient management for diseases of the brain, spine, and head and neck. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 20.65 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Course Description: This course is designed as a state-of-the-art imaging review of case material that affects the brain, spine, and head and neck. The internationally known faculty has chosen subject material that emphasizes their approach to solving clinically relevant problems involving these areas. Whether an experienced radiologist or one newly introduced to this material, this course will improve your ability to analyze CT and MR images and to offer a pertinent differential diagnosis. Educational Objectives: At the completion of this course, the participants should be able to: • State the essential anatomy necessary to arrive at a diagnosis of the diseases of the central nervous system and head and neck. • Integrate the imaging of complex neuroradiology and head and neck problems into a “clinical practice.” • Develop differential diagnoses that relate to the pertinent imaging and clinically relevant findings of diseases that affect these areas. • Integrate information presented in the course into efforts to improve their imaging skills. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Breast Imaging 2019 by International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. (IICME) is organized by International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. (IICME) and will be held from Mar 14 - 17, 2019 at Naples Grande Beach Resort, Naples, Florida, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is intended for all radiologists with a special interest in Breast Imaging. The faculty is comprised of nationally recognized expert teachers of Breast Imaging with a broad breadth of experience and knowledge in this field. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 16.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Course Description: This course blends the newest innovations in breast imaging with time-honored traditional breast imaging modalities and procedures. Special attention will be given to Tomosynthesis and Breast MR, as well as Whole Breast Ultrasound. The contentious issues of Breast Density Legislation and Screening Guidelines will also be addressed. Educational Objectives: • Review the basic principles and current guidelines for screening mammography • Address the multimodality approach to the evaluation of breast lesions • Outline the current applications of hand-held and whole breast ultrasound in the screening and diagnostic arenas • Describe the major aspects of breast MR, including imaging techniques and current indications • Discuss the medical and legal concerns regarding the missed breast cancer • Delineate current and future applications of Breast Tomosynthesis • Explore the role of breast density in screening for breast cancer • Address new techniques, including abbreviated MR and contrast mammography Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Sun & Sand Encore CPC Review 2019 is organized by Encore Symposiums and will be held from Mar 16 - 17, 2019 at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort, Naples, Florida, United States of America. Accreditation: This program has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists for 13.00 Class A CE credits; Code Number 1036474; Expiration Date 3/17/2019. The AANA designates this program as meeting the criteria for up to 4.00 CE Credits in pharmacology/therapeutics. The AANA is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP #10862. Course Objectives are: The CPC review course is strategically designed to align with the learning objectives of the NBCRNA Core Modules; Airway Management, Applied Clinical Pharmacology, Human Physiology/Pathophysiology, and Anesthesia Equipment & Technology. The review course will enable the learner to successfully prepare to meet the challenges of the CPC Exam from the novice to the seasoned anesthesia provider. Participants will have the opportunity to earn 13 Class A CE Credits while enjoying diverse topics centered on exam preparation. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Naples & Everglades National Park Escape 2019 Encore Symposium is organized by Encore Symposium and will be held from Mar 18 - 21, 2019 at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort, Naples, Florida, United States of America. Accrediation: This program has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists for 21.00 Class A CE credits; Code Number 1036476; Expiration Date 3/21/2019. The AANA designates this program as meeting the criteria for up to 9.50 CE Credits in pharmacology/therapeutics. The AANA is an approved provider by the California Board of Registered Nursing, CEP #10862. Course Objectives are: This program is designed to align with the topics and learning objectives of the NBCRNA Core Modules, specifically in the four domains of Airway Management, Applied Clinical Pharmacology, Human Physiology/Pathophysiology, Anesthesia Equipment & Technology. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

22nd Annual Primary Care Update Session 1 is organized by Continuing Medical Education Institute, Inc. (CMEI) and will be held from Mar 18 - 22, 2019 at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, Naples, Florida, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants and other Health Care Professionals. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 18 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Conference Objectives are : • Review the clinical presentation of the common disorders seen by the primary care physician. • Identify the role of the primary care physician in the management of these common disease states. • Utilize an evidence-based approach whenever possible regarding current advances in the diagnosis and treatment of these common disorders. • Interact and question nationally acclaimed speakers on a variety of common clinical case studies from medical practice. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

22nd Annual Primary Care Update Session 2 is organized by Continuing Medical Education Institute, Inc. (CMEI) and will be held from Mar 25 - 29, 2019 at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, Naples, Florida, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants and other Health Care Professionals. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Conference Objectives are : • Review the clinical presentation of the common disorders seen by the primary care physician. • Identify the role of the primary care physician in the management of these common disease states. • Utilize an evidence-based approach whenever possible regarding current advances in the diagnosis and treatment of these common disorders. • Interact and question nationally acclaimed speakers on a variety of common clinical case studies from medical practice. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

22nd Annual Primary Care Update - Session 3 is organized by Continuing Medical Education Institute, Inc. (CMEI) and will be held from Apr 01 - 05, 2019 at The Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, Naples, Florida, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Family Medicine, General & Family Medicine, Internal Medicine. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 20 Credits. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.