Upcoming Medical Conferences in Park City

2019 Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis - Therapeutic Agents (NASH - TAG) Conference is organized by Focus Medical Communications and will be held from Jan 03 - 05, 2019 at The Chateaux Deer Valley, Park City, Utah, United States of America. Conference Description: The conference’s primary objective is to meet the educational needs of research and development stakeholders and healthcare professionals who seek to improve the lives of patients with NASH/NAFLD. ​ This conference is designed to bring together clinicians and researchers in academia and the pharmaceutical industry for a focused interactive educational update highlighting the most relevant advances and challenges in the diagnosis and therapy of NASH and liver fibrosis. This conference will take place over two days providing attendees an understanding of current and future directions in diagnostic procedures, prospects and challenges in drug discovery and development for both NASH and liver fibrosis. Internationally renowned faculty will assist in the development of the educational content and will serve as faculty at the conference. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Advances in Internal Medicine 2019 is organized by University of Utah School of Medicine Department of Internal Medicine General Internal Medicine (DGIM) and will be held from Jan 13 - 18, 2019 at Grand Summit Hotel, Park City, Utah, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 29.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.​ Conference Description: The 9th Biennial University of Utah "Advances In Internal Medicine 2019" conference provides a comprehensive overview of major advances in internal medicine and subspecialties geared specifically to internists and family practitioners. Content will address commonly encountered conditions with emphasis on review of emerging science and current clinical practice guidelines with practical strategies for the integration of new concepts into daily clinical practice. This 6-day conference has been designed to maximize participant and faculty interaction, with integrated case-based review sessions that build immediately upon lecture content to facilitate discussion and reinforce applicability to practice. Conference participants meet, network, and exchange ideas with peers from throughout the United States. They receive real-time answers to questions and benefit from direct faculty interaction. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The Introductory Emergency Ultrasound Course is organized by 3rd Rock Ultrasound and will be held from Jan 14 - 16, 2019 at Hyatt Centric Park City, Park City, Utah, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 16 hours of Category I CME. Conference Description: This course will have a slightly different schedule due to the fabulous location. We will cover the standard two day Introductory Course over 3 days to give participants the opportunity for ample skiing each day. The Introductory Course also includes the Vascular Access course, so you will get both courses for the price of one. Course covers all the primary emergency ultrasound applications and 3 Days of hands on labs with live models and phantoms. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The Advanced Ultrasound Course is organized by 3rd Rock Ultrasound and will be held from Jan 16 - 17, 2019 at Hyatt Centric Park City, Park City, Utah, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 8 hours of category 1 CME. Conference Description : This course will have a slightly different schedule due to the fabulous location. We will cover the standard one Day Advanced Ultrasound Course over 2 days to give participants the opportunity for ample skiing each day. The Advanced Ultrasound Course is designed for students to learn more advanced techniques for the use of ultrasound at the bedside. Students are expected to have a good working knowledge of ultrasound prior to this course. We will cover topics from advanced cardiac ultrasound to pulmonary applications. This course also has extensive hands-on training following lectures. Conference Objectives are : • Produce ultrasound images for limited examination of the following organs: lungs, deep venous structures of the limbs, soft tissue and skin. • Produce ultrasound images for expanded examination of the cardiac system. • Produce ultrasound images to be used in guiding management of patient resuscitations. • Use ultrasound to facilitate the following procedures: thoracentesis, pericardiocentesis, lumbar puncture, paracentesis and peritonsilar abscess drainage. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

23rd Annual American Uveitis Society (AUS) Winter Symposium is organized by Medical Conference Planners International (MCPI) and will be held from Jan 19 - 21, 2019 at Park City, Utah, United States of America. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

20th Annual American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons / American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)/American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)/Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) Sports Medicine Course is organized by American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons / American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and will be held from Jan 30 - Feb 03, 2019 at Grand Summit Hotel, Park City, Utah, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Orthopaedic Surgeons, Nurses, Physical Therapists, PAs, Physical Trainers, DOs, Residency Programs, Sports Medicine Fellowships, Occupational Therapists, Primary Care Sports Medicine Physicians. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 19.50 CME Credits. Objectives: At the conclusion of this course, learners should be able to: • Compare and contrast the various surgical and nonsurgical treatment protocols for instability conditions of the knee, injuries to knee ligaments, and cartilage disorders • Review the anatomy, function and injuries of the acromioclavicular joint of the shoulder, and both non-operative and operative treatment strategies for athletic AC joint injuries • Evaluate indications for tenotomy vs. tenodesis for biceps tendon pathology • Review performance-enhancing medications, side effects, screening protocols, workup, and deficiency of athletes with sports endocrine axis disorders. • Prescribe correct knee, shoulder and hand/wrist rehabilitation protocols to maximize post-surgical and post-injury function. • Compare short-term and long-term treatment strategies for team physicians • Identify practice efficiencies, optimal use of physician extenders (ultrasound, injections, etc.), and cost reductions in the ambulatory setting Special Highlights: Look forward to: •  Keynotes on Top Trending Sports Medicine topics in 2019 •  Emerging and leading-edge technology, orthobiologics, and innovative surgical techniques •  Debates and panel discussions offer differing perspectives on controversial topics •  Ample time for recreation -- skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, shopping, art galleries, etc. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

22nd Annual Selby Spine Conference is organized by Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education, Inc (FORE) and will be held from Jan 31 - Feb 02, 2019 at Westgate Park City Resort & Spa, Park City, Utah, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is Neuro and orthopedic spine surgeons and other healthcare professionals whose scope of practice includes spine surgery. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 14.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Description: The Selby Spine Conference is designed for surgeons with a special interest in the treatment of spinal disorders. The latest advances and controversies in the field will be presented through didactic lectures, open discussions, debates and case presentations. Selby Spine grew out of the Keystone Meeting that Dr. David Selby began in Keystone, Colorado in 1986. Course Objectives are: Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to: • Evaluate and discuss treatment options for complex and challenging deformity cases • Assess the current trends in imaging and emerging technologies • Compare evidence of cervical spine care options • Assess the general healthcare marketplace and legal landscape as it relates to spine surgery Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The Podiatry Institute 26th Annual Winter Conference: Cutting Edge Topics & Techniques in Foot & Ankle Surgery is organized by The Podiatry Institute, Inc and will be held from Feb 07 - 09, 2019 at Park City Marriott, Park City, Utah, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 20 continuing education contact hours. Conference Objectives: At the conclusion of the conference, the participant should be able to: • Trauma: The attendee will gain the basic knowledge to recognize, evaluate, diagnose and manage common disorders seen in trauma to the foot and ankle and the long-term sequelae in different groups. • Forefoot: The attendee will be exposed to the various options in the repair of hammertoes and to address the options, risks and long-term complications of different procedures on the 2nd MPJ. • Hallux Valgus: The attendee will become familiar with all different surgical procedures in the management of hallux valgus and associated deformities and their roles. • Diabetic Foot: The attendee will become familiar with the current treatment options and advanced therapies in treating the diabetic foot. • Heel and Hindfoot: The attendee will discuss the goals and expected outcomes in the rearfoot. This includes soft tissue management, fractures, heel surgery and management of failed tendon surgeries. • Medicine & Topics of Interest: The attendee will gain knowledge and understanding of different products and their cost, diagnosis of carcinoma, understanding of the mechanism of ankle fractures and some less common anatomical variants and procedures.

Hernia Surgery Summit (formerly Abdominal Wall Reconstruction Summit) is organized by Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) and will be held from Feb 07 - 09, 2019 at Grand Summit Hotel, Park City, Utah, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is surgeons involved in abdominal wall reconstruction including general, plastic and trauma surgeons, and residens involved in both routine and complex abdominal reconstructions. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 19.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Conference Description: The reconstruction of abdominal wall defects remains one of the most challenging dilemmas facing surgeons. Congenital, acquired or post traumatic defects all present unique challenges to the reconstructive surgeon. A multitude of surgical techniques and mesh materials is available to improve outcomes in ventral hernia repair. Robotics has become a major component for both routine and complex inguinal and ventral hernia repairs. Even though ventral hernia repair remains one of the most common procedures performed, there is little consensus as to the best surgical technique, prosthetic material of choice, or strategies to repair complex defects. Learning Objectives: This comprehensive and highly interactive reconstructive Summit is suited for all surgeons involved in abdominal wall reconstruction including general, plastic, and trauma surgeons. During the Summit, you will be exposed to all aspects of Hernia Surgery including: • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repairs • Robotic Hernia Repairs • Complex open abdominal wall reconstruction techniques a.  Open (traditional) component separation b.  Laparoscopic and periumbilical sparring component separation c.  Posterior component separation and transversus abdominis release (TAR) d.  Laparoscopic and Robotic Totally Extraperitoneal Retromuscular Repairs • Parastomal and other difficult hernia repairs • Reconstructions in setting infection, contamination, enterocutaneous fistulas, loss of abdominal domain • Umbilical and inguinal hernia repairs • Comprehensive review of groin repairs and groin pain management • Plastic surgery considerations for difficult soft tissue scenarios  

32nd Annual Park City Anatomic Pathology Update is organized by ARUP Laboratories, University of Utah School of Medicine and will be held from Feb 10 - 14, 2019 at Deer Valley Resort, Park City, Utah, United States of America. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Conference Description: A primary objective of this conference is to involve attendees in discussions of common problems in daily surgical pathology practice. The lectures will also cover many timely topics identified by the University of Utah faculty including recent and upcoming changes in the field of pathology. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.