This conference provides 15 contact hours of pharmacy CE and (1.5 CEU) of live AAFP/ AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, ACPE and pharmacology CE/CME credit over three days.
Honing in on Herbal Remedies, Overcoming Obesity, and Drug Therapy Jeopardy
Women’s Health and Preventative Medicine
Pharmacogenomics and Updates in Diabetes Management
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This conference provides 15 contact hours of pharmacy CE and (1.5 CEU) of live AAFP/ AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, ACPE and pharmacology CE/CME credit over three days.
Prefer not to travel or sit in the meeting space? Join us via live stream webcast & earn live CE/CME!
Miss the meeting? You can usually watch recordings of the live event.
Join us for this pharmacology continuing medical education CME at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, amidst the vibrant nightlife, shows and fine dining of Las Vegas.
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Honing in on Herbal Remedies, Overcoming Obesity, and Drug Therapy Jeopardy
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
Honing in on Herbal Remedies: Review of Commonly Used Agents
1. Describe the FDA regulatory framework for determining safety, efficacy, and labeling of herbal products.
2. Identify common herbal supplements and their potential therapeutic uses, as well as their associated adverse effects and various interactions with prescription or other over-the-counter medications.
3. Evaluate the safety and effectiveness of herbal supplements using evidence-based resources and patient-specific factors within example cases
Overcoming Obesity: Update on Current and Future Pharmacotherapy Options
1. Describe appropriate patients who may benefit from obesity pharmacotherapy
2. Evaluate common obesity medications with potential therapeutic uses as well as common and severe adverse reactions
3. Identify potential future obesity medication therapies that may offer advantages over current FDA-approved agents
Drug Therapy Jeopardy
1. Identify key laboratory values and parameters for monitoring drug therapy.
2. Describe key characteristics of common drug therapies.
3. Identify clinical pearls from various pharmacotherapy therapies.
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Women’s Health and Preventative Medicine
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
1. Discuss specific patient considerations related to updated pregnancy and lactation guidelines.
2. Identify key recommendations and updates for contraception, emergency contraception, and pregnancy termination.
3. Describe the guideline recommendations for the management of hormonal replacement therapy in menopausal women.
4. Evaluate the safety and efficacy of the various treatment options for the prevention and management of osteoporosis.
5. Discuss updates in the recommendations for RSV and pneumococcal vaccinations .
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Pharmacogenomics and Updates in Diabetes Management
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
1. Describe the current framework, recommendations, and evidence to apply patient specific pharmacogenomic information to individualized treatment decisions.
2. Evaluate various drug interactions and patient specific pharmacogenomic drug interaction considerations.
3. Discuss guideline updates in the management of diabetes mellitus, including cardiovascular and renal considerations and their impact on pharmacotherapy selection .
4. Identify how continuous glucose monitors can be utilized to optimize pharmacotherapy regimens for patients with diabetes.
5. Apply the updates discussed for vaccinations, hormonal and osteoporosis therapies, and diabetes management through a series of interactive patient cases and discussions .
Dr. Christopher M. Bland | Pharm.D., FCCP, FIDSA, BCPS
Clinical Professor, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Savannah, GA.Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, St. Joseph’s Candler Health System, Savannah, GA.Co-founder of Southeastern Research Group Endeavor (SERGE45) and TeachMePharm
Dr. Chelsea A. Keedy, PharmD, BCACP, CDTM
Dr. Keedy is a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in Ambulatory Care at SJ/C Medical Group – Eisenhower. She is a Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP) and holds a collaborative drug therapy management (CDTM) agreement. She is a member of ASHP, GSHP, and AACP and was selected as the GSHP Outstanding New Practitioner of the Year in 2020. She previously helped establish the health system’s Hepatitis C treatment clinic.
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PER PERSON CONFERENCE REGISTRATION |
DISCOUNTED |
REGULAR REGISTRATION |
ZOOM LIVE STREAM |
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1 Day |
$499 |
$550 |
$199 |
| 2 Days | $599 | $650 | $398 |
| 3 Days | $699 | $750 | $550 |
Conference Credit
PHARMACISTS :University Learning Systems is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. These programs are accredited for pharmacists.
NURSE PRACTITIONERS/ NURSES: This course provides 15 contact hours (1.5 CEU) over three days, 5 hours per day, to fulfill the pharmacotherapeutics/ pharmacology requirements for American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Category 1 Continuing Education Hours for certification renewal. The same hours submitted to renew certification may be submitted to a State Board of Nursing for re-licensure. American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts formally approved continuing education sponsored by organizations accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). .
PHYSICIANS: The AAFP has reviewed Current Topics in Healthcare 2025 September 16- 18, 2025 Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino and deemed it acceptable for up to 15.00 Live AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 09/16/2025 to 09/18/2025. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1. CME programs approved by the AAFP are eligible for Category 2 credit (or Category 1-A under special circumstances) through the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS: American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Prescribed credit from AAFP. Physician assistants may report the number of hours stated above of Category I credit for completing this program.
CONSULTANT PHARMACISTS: Some consultant pharmacist boards accept University Learning Systems courses for recertification either as is or with board approval. Please contact your board regarding course approval and ULS with any questions.
CANADIAN PHARMACISTS: Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy (CCCEP) accepts courses accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). This credit is applicable to health professionals who may require pharmacology credit.
CANADIAN PHYSICIANS: Members of the College of Family Physicians of Canada are eligible to receive up to 15 MAINPRO-M1 credits for participation in this activity due to reciprocal agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians.
OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONALS: Contact your respective board regarding approval.
Conference Policies - Please review before registering.
In Person Conference Registration: Conference registration includes workshop attendance, handouts, breakfast or refreshments during the meetings and documentation of continuing education credit. Spouses, family and friends are welcome and do not need to register unless they attend the educational sessions. Special seminar fees are available for non-professional accompanying persons who wish to attend one or more session (no special receipt, certification or credit issued).
Live Stream Webcast Registration: Includes live conference streaming, access to online course materials and documentation of continuing education credit.
Requirements For Credit: Credit is dependent on verification of conference attendance by on-time check-in at each session and ULS receipt of completed evaluations. Credit is determined based on actual attendance on a per session basis, no partial credit is awarded.
Pharmacists: Please ensure that we have your NABP# and date of birth on file. ACPE does not allow us to provide you with paper statements of credit.
Statements of Credit: Should you need a paper statement of credit, you can access that information via CPE Monitor. All other professionals: An applicable paper Statement of Credit will be issued upon receipt of your post-conference paperwork.
Requirements For Credit: Credit is dependent on verification of conference attendance by on-time check-in at each session and ULS receipt of completed evaluations. Credit is determined based on actual attendance on a per session basis, no partial credit is awarded.
Note: Approximately one 15 minute break per 2.5 hours. Credited hours do not include breaks.
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Room Type Monday - Thursday
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Rate Signature Rooms $129/night |
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Venue |
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino |
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Hotel Web Page |
https://tinyurl.com/knvphah |
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Online Reservations |
https://book.passkey.com/go/SGULS5 |
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Phone Reservations |
1-800-635-7711 |
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ULS Group Code |
SGULS5 |
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ULS Group Expiration Date |
August 14, 2025 |
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Hotel Taxes |
13.38% |
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Discounted Resort Fee |
$35.00/night |
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Parking Fee |
Free self-parking |
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ULS Group Rates |
Hotel Rooms and Rates based on Availability and double occupancy. Rooms may sell out as conference date approaches. |
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Check In / Check Out |
3:00 pm / 11:00 am |
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WIFI in Conference Room |
Not available |
RESORT FEE
The Resort Fee has been reduced to $35.00 (plus 13.38% tax) per room, per day, and will be added to the room rate. The Resort Fee provides guests with several of the most commonly requested additional services in one package price without being charged several individual fees. The items included in the fee are:
Wireless Internet access for three devices (excluding the convention area)
Fitness Center access for up to two adults
Use of in-room safe
Local and toll-free domestic (800) calls
Complimentary parking
Complimentary shuttle bus service to the “Las Vegas Strip” and Downtown Las Vegas
CHECK IN / CHECK OUT TIMES
The HOTEL’s check-in time is 3:00 PM. Check out time is 11:00 AM. All guests arriving before 3:00 P.M. will be accommodated as rooms become available. The HOTEL’s bell captain can arrange to check baggage for guests arriving early if rooms are unavailable and for guests attending functions on departure day. Photo identification will be required upon check in.
Attrition Surcharge
If you don't make reservations and stay at the hotel where University Learning Systems has reserved a block of rooms, you must add the attrition surcharge to the conference fee. Staying at hotel with an offer other than the ULS Group Code such as through a third party booking, still requires payment of the Attrition Surcharge.
2024/2025 Hotel Attrition Surcharge: $50
ULS will verify all rooming/cabin information with the hotel /travel agent and the hotel /travel agent has the right to release pertinent information to ULS for all attendees. No credit will be reported until the Attrition Surcharge is satisfied.
We apologize for any inconvenience. Unfortunately we have recently experienced a rash of attendees not utilizing the ULS designated hotel or travel agent causing ULS to incur significant penalties.
Hotel Amenities & Local Attractions
Variety of suites and onsite amenities.
Onsite Las Vegas Monorail & Westgate Shuttle providing easy access to other Las Vegas attractions.
World's Largest Race & Sports Book.
Extensive dining options, including The Edge Steakhouse and the world-famous Benihana.
Newly opened Serenity Spa.
Conference Location
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino 3000 Paradise Road Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-732-5111 Map Group Reservations Local Transportation
McCarran International Airport (LAS) is located 3.5 miles from Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.
Taxi/Cab stands located outside of the airport.
Area shuttle services Airline Shuttle, MWTravel Vegas and Bell Trans.
National rental car agencies located at the airport, use this link for more information.
Enjoy the convenience of the Las Vegas Monorail with a stop located at the Westgate Las Vegas