Upcoming Medical Conferences in Maui

Emergencies in Medicine (EIM) Conference is organized by Emergencies in Medicine (EIM) and will be held from Dec 08 - 13, 2019 at Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America. The weather is always nice in Maui so we’ll make sure you take home up-to 28.50 CME credits and a tan. Pack your sunscreen and an eagerness to learn because this conference is full of experts speaking on topics like cardiovascular care, concussions, neurology, resuscitation, sports medicine, trauma, wilderness medicine, LLSA review, and more. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

53rd Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences (HICSS) is organized by University of Hawaii (UH) at Manoa and will be held from Jan 07 - 10, 2020 at Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Tutorials in Diagnostic Radiology is organized by Mayo Clinic and will be held from Jan 12 - 16, 2020 at Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America. Accreditation: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Self-Assessment Modules (SAMs): Application for SAM credit is being processed. This activity should meet the criteria for American Board of Radiology self-assessment credit toward fulfilling requirements in the ABR Maintenance of Certification Program. 25 SAM credit hours (25 Self-Assessment Modules, worth 1 SAM credit each) will likely be available for this activity after approval under Mayo Clinic School of Continuing Medical Education’s ABR deemed status when the processing is completed. Overview: Tutorials in Diagnostic Radiology is a postgraduate course designed to update the diagnostic radiologist on new trends, relevant techniques, and practical applications in diagnostic imaging. The latest advances will be emphasized and related to common problems encountered in clinical practice. Course Learning Objectives: Upon the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to: • Identify the differences between Benign vs. Malignant spine fractures • Analyze Coronary CT Angiography • Compare contrast-enhanced mammograms and MRI of the breast by going a side-by-side comparison • Evaluate MR Imaging of soft tissue tumors • Recognize the imaging of Fibrotic and Cystic lung diseases • Review the appropriate utilization of BI-RADS 3 • Evaluate imaging of female chronic pelvic pain • Attendance at this Mayo Clinic course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in this course.

Island Eyes Conference | 2020 is organized by Pacific University and will be held from Jan 19 - 25, 2020 at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America. This Course has been approved for a maximum of 30 hours of continuing education. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Maui Derm for Dermatologists 2020 is organized by Maui Derm and will be held from Jan 25 - 29, 2020 at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

42nd Annual John A. Boswick, M.D. Burn and Wound Care Symposium is organized by John A. Boswick, M.D. Burn and Wound Care Symposium (JAB Maui Symposium) and will be held from Jan 25 - 30, 2020 at Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America. Target Audience: The Boswick Burn and Wound Care Symposium is designed for physicians, researchers, investigators, nurses, therapists, dieticians, and others interested in the development of techniques, treatments, drugs, and devices in the study and management of wound healing, wound management, burn care, and infection control. Course Description: The international conference that covers the latest advancements in wound healing, burn care, and infection control. Presentations will be made by physicians, nurses, researchers, related medical specialists, and others involved in the care of soft tissue injuries and related complications. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Topics in Emergency Medicine is organized by Northwest Seminars (NWS) and will be held from Jan 27 - 31, 2020 at Andaz Maui At Wailea Resort, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America. Target Audience: This course is designed for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and all other medical care providers who must maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of the specialty or are impacted by it.  Accreditation: The A. Webb Roberts Center for Continuing Medical Education of Baylor Scott & White Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Physician Assistants: The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 20 hours of Category I credit for completing this program. Registered Nurses: NWS is an approved provider for the following state nursing boards: Arkansas State Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), California Board of Registered Nursing (Provider Number 4833), District of Columbia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Florida Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), Georgia Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480), and the South Carolina Board of Nursing (Provider Number 50-7480). This program offers 20 contact hours. Course Description: The practitioner of emergency medicine must possess evidence-based scientific background for competent clinical practice; maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of the specialty and all additional related disciplines; maintain an up-to-the-minute armamentarium of knowledge and skills for the selection and use of complex equipment, pharmacological agents, and procedures; manage self and colleagues to function toward common goals in providing consistent care in all settings in which emergency care is provided; serve as an expert in matters involving quality, safe and equitable health care delivery and support of other service providers, departments, institutions, and organizations dependent upon professional expertise. Presentations are designed to facilitate the acquisition of cognitive and technical skills as defined through evidenced based data translated to best practice standards by the pertinent governmental and professional organizations including the American College of Emergency Physicians, American College of Surgeons and the Emergency Nurses Association and abilities in one or more of the disciplines vital to the practicing professional.  Course Objectives: At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be able to: • Apply the pertinent physical and behavioral sciences as they impact and are affected by the planning, delivery, and monitoring of services inherent in the professions • Explain the selection, dosing considerations with methods of administration, safe use, contraindications and precautions of drugs based on their chemical and pharmacologic properties • Outline comprehensive patient management plans for the special patient population discussed • Apply the principles of safety and asepsis in the performance of all aspects of patient care regardless of the clinical environment in which the practice resides • Incorporate the published tenets of pertinent, recognized external organizations, institutions, and professional groups defining medical, legal, philosophical, ethical, and health care management standards.  Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.  

40th Annual Hawaiian Dental Forum is organized by Dental Seminars & Symposia (DS&S), LLC and will be held from Feb 01 - 08, 2020 at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America. This Course has been approved for a maximum of 18 Credit Hours. Objectives: • Teach current techniques and technology applicable to general dentists that have been substantiated by scientific research. • Answer questions about procedures, products, and technology dentists are currently using and develop an awareness of alternatives. • Establish and utilize university dental centers as resources for knowledge. • Promote camaraderie among participants sharing ideas and contributing to a respected profession which continues to contribute to the overall quality of life of our communities. • Encourage excellence in dentistry. • Help dental professionals meet their continuing dental education requirements. Topics: • Opioid vs. Non-Opioid Analgesics • Role of Analgesics in Acute Dental Pain Treatment • Best Practices of Prescribing Opioids in Patient Pain Management • Addiction & Avoiding Potential Drug Diversion • Proper Storage & Disposal Of Unused Dosages • Radiographic Evalutation of Tooth Fractures • 7 Steps for Apicoectomy Procedures/Referral • Guided Tissue Regeneration- Indications/Contraindications • Locating a Sinus Tract- How it Indicates Final Prognosis • Identify & Differentiate Endo/Perio vs. Perio/Endo Lesions • Digital Denture Review/Workflows • Fully Guided Implant Case for <$20 • Design/Fabricate Crowns, Bridges, Hybrids • In-house Scanning & 3D Printing • Do-Your-Own Clear Aligner Ortho • Core Values that Define Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, GenXs, Millenials & GenZs • Differences in Work/Balance Between Generations • Manage Conflict & Passive Aggressive Behavior of Team/Patients • Develop Productive/Cooperative Work Environments with Multi-Generation Team Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

35th year of the course, Medical and Surgical Aspects of Esophageal and Foregut Disorders: Pathophysiology and Treatment is organized by Foundation for Research and Education in Esophageal and Foregut Disease and will be held from Feb 06 - 11, 2020 at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America. Course Description: The course, which began in 1986, is specifically designed to be a classroom-like environment for a small group of interested physicians and allied health personnel. The course is particularly appreciated by gastroenterologists and gastrointestinal surgeons with interest in esophageal disorders and for those who have set up a swallowing center and function as a team to collaboratively approach esophageal problems. The lectures are designed to encourage discussion on a broad variety of esophageal topics including both benign and malignant disorders. It is held annually in the winter on the islands of Hawaii. The island changes from year to year, but the goal is to provide a high-intensity educational environment while allowing time in the afternoon to enjoy the warmth and beauty of the Hawaiian Islands. Participation in the course will allow participants to get in-depth and up-to-date information on all aspects of esophageal and foregut diseases. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

2020 Hawaii Course: Medical and Surgical Aspects of Esophageal and Foregut Disorders: Pathophysiology and Treatment is organized by Foundation for Research and Education in Esophageal and Foregut Disease and will be held from Feb 06 - 11, 2020 at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as the information is available.