Chest pain can be very confusing due to the inconsistent presentation of symptoms. This session will discuss the complex evaluation of cardiac and non-cardiac chest pain using case studies and covering topics such as acute coronary syndrome, pulmonary emboli, gastroesophageal reflux disease and acute dissections.

Cardio-Athletics is an emerging topic in primary care, yet Athletic Cardiomyopathy is still poorly understood. This session will discuss the basics of cardio-athletics and define the differences between an “Athlete’s Heart” and true Athletic Cardiomyopathy responsible for sudden cardiac death.

EKGs and echocardiography may be the two most used “imaging” studies in cardiac medicine. This session will discuss the fundamental but systematic interpretation of EKGs, the advanced understanding of EKG interpretation, and the naked bird’s eye view of echocardiography imaging when treating cardiac disease.

The continuum of heart failure is an ongoing plague to society that we, as providers, are constantly struggling with. This session will go through the heart failure continuum, including symptomatology and diagnosis, initiation of guideline-driven medical therapy for heart failure, the importance of the “90-day” echocardiogram, subsequent ICD therapy, and the “what to do” when nothing else is working.

There is a steady trend of prevalence of cardiogenic shock globally, becoming a strain on the health care system. This session will discuss symptomatology, the risk of delayed shock diagnosis, management and treatment of cardiogenic, and urgency in shock reversal.

Join us for an exciting and relaxing Social Hour from 4:00 – 5:00 PM. Enjoy a complimentary cocktail, unwind after a day of learning, and connect with peers in a casual setting. Bring your friends and family to play games, mingle, and have fun. Come for the drinks, stay for the good vibes!

What’s included:
· A complimentary beverage voucher for all attendees
· A cash bar for attendee guests
· A chance to kick back and socialize with your peers

Let your hands narrow your differential during this upper extremity hands-on session. We will review standard musculoskeletal exam techniques and analyze current evidence to determine the best approach for assessing various orthopedic conditions from shoulder to digits. You will improve your ability to narrow orthopaedic differentials through interactive demonstrations and facilitated practice, effectively guiding your management options for common upper extremity conditions.

This session will guide you through the essential legwork for establishing lower extremity differentials. We will review standard musculoskeletal exam techniques and analyze current evidence to determine the best approach for assessing various orthopedic conditions from hip to heel. You will improve your ability to narrow orthopaedic differentials through interactive demonstrations and facilitated practice, effectively guiding your management options for common lower extremity conditions.

Recognizing and assessing musculoskeletal conditions during well-child visits is essential for healthy development. Growing children change rapidly, and routine wellness visits provide an ideal opportunity to monitor growth and screen for underlying conditions. This session will focus on pediatric orthopaedics, highlighting common developmental concerns and conditions from infancy through adolescence. Through a case-based approach and review of guidelines, we will explore effective assessment techniques at each stage of childhood. Attendees will gain practical insights into identifying early signs of musculoskeletal abnormalities, knowing when to refer to a specialist, and providing supportive care for growing children.

By breaking down the fundamentals of fractures, you will develop a systematic approach for identifying and managing fractures and dislocations. This session will cover the essential principles of fracture mechanics and common fracture types and correlate findings with the clinical exam. We will also delve into musculoskeletal imaging to enhance your ability to describe fracture findings and understand unique fracture patterns seen in named fractures. Through interactive cases, we will simplify complex concepts of musculoskeletal injuries, enabling you to communicate fracture findings and recognize potential associated injuries confidently.

Musculoskeletal red flags may be subtle, but early recognition is often critical. This session will highlight the most common musculoskeletal emergencies, exploring key indicators that warrant immediate attention and intervention. Participants will learn to identify signs of infections, differentiate a new limp, assess acute neurological deficits, and evaluate other urgent conditions that can significantly impact patient outcomes. Through case studies and providing essential pearls, this session will equip you with the knowledge to avoid common pitfalls and ensure timely referrals.

This interactive case-based CME program is designed for clinicians who seek to enhance and optimize their knowledge and clinical skills in identifying, risk-stratifying, and managing hyperlipidemia to reduce atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk. The program combines didactic evidence, clinical pearls, and real-world case presentations to explore lipid pathophysiology, primary and secondary preventions, lifestyle intervention, and both statin and non-statin therapy options. Emphasis will be placed on individual risk assessment, shared medical decision-making, and practical tools for implementing treatment plans in diverse patient populations. Clinicians will gain the knowledge and confidence in implementing guideline-directed and evidence-based treatment plans that include both statin and non-statin lipid-lowering therapies.

A fragility fracture occurs every three seconds worldwide. However, appropriate identification and treatment of osteoporosis post-fracture rarely occurs with approximately 80% of individuals falling into this gap of care following a fragility fracture. Barriers and misconceptions exist in caring for this “silent” condition that carries high morbidity and mortality rates. This program will aid the clinician in navigating through the variety of guidelines and essential clinical pearls to appropriately identify at-risk individuals, educate patients on lifestyle interventions, and select the optimal agent based on individualized risk assessment and shared medical decision-making to include antiresorptive and anabolic agents, drug holidays, and transitioning between agents.

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), previously known as NAFLD, is now the most common chronic liver disease worldwide and a rising cause of cirrhosis and liver-related mortality. Primary care providers are at the forefront of identifying patients at risk. Yet recognition, staging, and management remain inconsistent. This dynamic session will equip clinicians with the tools to understand the new terminology and diagnostic criteria for MASLD and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and incorporate simple, evidence-based risk stratification strategies (including FIB-4 and non-invasive fibrosis assessments) into routine practice. Clinicians will navigate the application of lifestyle and pharmacologic interventions to slow progression and reduce metabolic risk, while recognizing when to refer to hepatology. By the end of the session, participants will feel confident screening, counseling, and coordinating care for patients with MASLD/MASH in the primary care setting.

Hyperthyroidism presents unique diagnostic and management challenges in the primary care setting. This CME session will guide clinicians through recognizing the signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism, categorizing common causes, and applying appropriate screening and diagnostic strategies to facilitate accurate diagnosis through judicious testing strategies. Participants will also analyze treatment options tailored to underlying etiology while incorporating shared medical decision-making to optimize patient outcomes. Throughout this dynamic case-based program, we will incorporate clinical pearls and common mistakes in identifying, diagnosing, treating, and monitoring thyroid disease.

Navigating the vast landscape of medications available can be daunting, but necessary for effective patient care. This session will cover a wide array of therapeutic options, including the proper use of topical steroids and non-steroidals, antibiotics, biologics, biosimilars, and systemic medications used in dermatology. You will learn the basics of where and when to safely use these medications. We will delve into what to monitor, when to hold them, and when to stop them.

We’ll go from head to toe, exploring skin disorders everywhere in between. We will examine common issues you may encounter from the scalp to the feet with tips and tricks for easy recognition to evaluate, treat, or refer. We will look at hair loss, seborrheic dermatitis, inverse psoriasis, erythrasma, warts, molluscum, nail disorders, and more. This lecture will move quickly through the largest organ, the skin, and keep you on your toes!

Is it bugs, bites, allergies, drugs, or systemic diseases? Narrowing the broad differential using clues, tools, patterns, and recognition. We will review drug eruptions, infections, infestations, and inflammatory conditions, including psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and more. This packed lecture will teach the tools and techniques to make rash decisions and keep your clinic running on time. This topic will keep you itching for more!

Let your patients put their best face forward! Practical approaches to diagnosing and treating facial skin disorders, including acne, rosacea, lupus, actinic damage, and pigmentary disorders. We will cover skin care routines

Spotting skin cancer can save lives. Learn to identify common skin lesions, differentiate between harmful and harmless ones, and know when to seek help. We will examine precancers, basal cell and squamous cell cancers, melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, DFSP, and skin lymphomas. How to spot them and what to do when finding them, including treatment options and resources for you and your patients.