About this Conference
Join us for this pharmacology continuing medical education CME at the OUTRIGGER Kāʻanapali Beach Resort, Maui
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.
IN PERSON CONFERENCE REGISTRATION: Includes workshop attendance, handouts, breakfast or refreshments during the meetings and documentation of live continuing education credit.
LIVE STREAM WEBCAST REGISTRATION: Includes live conference streaming, access to online course materials and documentation of live continuing education credit.
ON DEMAND LIBRARY You can usually watch recordings of the live event.
Conference Information
Learning Objectives
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7:30 AM Check in and Breakfast, 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM Educational Program.
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
New Drugs Part 1: 1. Identify 10 – 20 new medications. 2. Discuss the use, side effects, drug-drug interactions, and benefits of each of the medications. 3. Discuss updates related to labeling, indications, risks associated with various medications. New Therapies for Resistant Hypertension-2026-7. Discuss the definition of resistant hypertension. 8. Identify the work up for the patient with resistant hypertension. 9. Discuss the treatment options for patients with resistant hypertension. Obesity Case Studies: 10. Discuss the health risks associated with obesity. 11. Identify the various behavioral modalities utilized to assist with weight loss.12. Discuss pharmacologic strategies for weight stabilization or loss in the overweight or obese individual.
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7:30 AM Check in and Breakfast, 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM Educational Program.
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
New Drugs Part 2- 1. Identify 10 – 20 new medications. 2. Discuss the use, side effects, drug-drug interactions, and benefits of each of the medications. 3. Discuss updates related to labeling, indications, risks associated with various medications. Immunizations– 4. Identify the 2026 recommended vaccinations and schedule for individuals across the lifespan. 5. Discuss the benefits and side effects of the various vaccines for individuals across the lifespan. 6. Discuss strategies to improve vaccine hesitancy. Depression/Anxiety: 7. Discuss signs and symptoms of the patient with depression and anxiety. 8.Discuss various pharmacologic treatments for the patient with depression and anxiety. 9. Compare and contrast various pharmacologic agents currently available.
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7:30 AM Check in and Breakfast, 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM Educational Program.
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
Controlled Substance Prescribing: 1. Identify commonly prescribed controlled substances and risks of these medications, 2. Identify evidence-based best practices for prescribing controlled substances. 3. Discuss malpractice cases involving controlled substances and strategies to prevent. Headache Management: 4. Discuss current research regarding the etiology of primary and secondary headaches and impact of medications on each type of headache. 5. Identify the signs and symptoms of migraines. 6. Discuss the various pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments available for individuals with migraines. Emerging Infectious Diseases : 7. Discuss various viral and bacterial infectious diseases. 8. Identify the most common tests to identify etiology of various infectious diseases. 9.Discuss treatment options for various emerging viral and bacterial infections.
Speaker Information
Wendy L. Wright, DNP, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, FNAP
Adult and family nurse practitioner and owner of a nurse practitioner owned and operated clinic in New Hampshire, recognized in Top Providers in New Hampshire 2020, Owner of Partners in Healthcare Education, Past President of NPACE. DR Wright has disclosures with Pfizer, Moderna, Merck, Sanofi, Seqirus, Novavax, AbbVie and Pfizer; Idorsia; Exact Sciences; AstraZeneca.
Credit
This seminar 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 two days.
Pharmacists: 15 hours of live ACPE credit
Nurse Practitioners ANCC and NCC: 15 hours of ANCC pharmacology credit.
Nurse Practitioners AANP: 15 hours of AAFP Prescribed credit/AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, 15 hours of pharmacology credit.
Physicians and Physician Assistants: 15 hours of AAFP Prescribed credit/AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Nurses: 15 hours California Board of Registered Nursing and Pharmacology Credit.
Accreditation
See ULS Accreditation Statements for more details.
PHYSICIANS: The AAFP has reviewed Primary Care Update Kona October 13-15, 2025 OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa and deemed it acceptable for up to 15.00 Live AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 10/13/2025 to 10/15/2025. 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).
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.
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 his program.
PHARMACISTS/PHARMACIST TECHNICIANS:
UNIVERSITY LEARNING SYSTEMS IS ACCREDITED BY THE ACCREDITATION COUNCIL FOR PHARMACY EDUCATION (ACPE) AS A PROVIDER OF CONTINUING PHARMACY EDUCATION.
SESSION 1: 5 CONTACT HRS ACPE UAN 0741-0000-25-023-L01-P, ACTIVITY: KNOWLEDGE
SESSION 2: 5 CONTACT HRS ACPE UAN 0741-0000-25-024-L01-P, ACTIVITY: KNOWLEDGE
SESSION 3: 5 CONTACT HRS ACPE UAN 0741-0000-25-025-L05-P, ACTIVITY: KNOWLEDGE
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.
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). .
OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONALS: Contact your respective board regarding approval.
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.
See ULS Accreditation Statements for more details.
Conference Registration
| Option |
3 Day Fee |
2 Day Fee |
1 Day Fee |
| Live Stream | $550 | $398 | $199 |
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Discounted Advanced Registration |
$750 | n/a | n/a |
| Regular Registration | $799 | n/a | n/a |
| Advanced Registration NOT Staying at Outrigger | $950 | n/a | n/a |
| Regular Registration NOT Staying at Outriggret | $999 | n/a | n/a |
Please review Conference Policies before registering.
IN PERSON CONFERENCE REGISTRATION: Includes workshop attendance, handouts, breakfast or refreshments during the meetings and documentation of continuing education credit*.
LIVE STREAM WEBCAST REGISTRATION: Includes live conference streaming, access to online course materials and documentation of continuing education credit*.
*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. 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. Zoom Requires: An internet connection – broadband wired or wireless (3G or 4G/LTE) For More info: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-Zoom-system-requirements-Windows-macOSLinuxItem description
Venue Information
About the Outrigger Hotel
Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award 2025: Top 10% worldwide
TravelAge West by Northstar Wave 2025: Best Resort for Cultural Immersion, Hawaii
Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Awards 2023: Top Hawaii Resort
A beachfront paradise perpetuating true Hawaiian culture.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions and customs of Hawaiʻi through daily activities, captivating Hawaiian entertainment and culturally rich programs.
Experience the wealth of culture and genuine aloha that set us apart as the most Hawaiian resort.
https://www.outrigger.com/hawaii/maui/kaanapali-beach-resort-hotel
About Maui
Visitors are welcome on Maui, but with the understanding that tourism must serve the community's healing and prosperity. The island needs your support, both economic and cultural, to recover from the devastating wildfires while preserving its unique heritage and natural beauty. Yes, Maui is still a wonderful and welcoming destination--even after the fires
Room Rates
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Premium Garden View at $289.00 per night plus taxes (single/double) Premium Partial Ocean View at $319.00 per night plus taxes (single/double) Premium Ocean View at $349.00 per night plus taxes (single/double) |
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Address |
2525 Kaanapali Pkwy Lahaina, HI 96761 |
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Resort Phone Number |
+1 808 661-0011 |
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Phone Reservations |
+1 877 532-8468 |
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ULS Group Code . |
TBD |
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ULS Group Expiration Date |
September 26, 2026 |
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Hotel Taxes |
18% |
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Discounted Resort Fee |
Waived |
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Parking Fee |
Free Self Parking |
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Attrition Fee if not staying at ULS hotel. |
$200 |
Resort Charge: A charge of $45 USD plus GET and all transient accommodations tax per day, per room will be added to room charges at check-out. This fee provides guests of OUTRIGGER Ka`anapali Beach Resort with the following benefits:
Daily Cultural activities: lei making, hula, Hawaiian language class, ukulele and song class, Hawaiian storytelling, cultural garden tours, and more.
Complimentary use of Ka`anapali Trolley stopping at Ka`anapali hotels, Whalers Village Shopping Center and Ka`anapali Golf Course.
Farewell Kukui nut lei for guest’s first visit
Wi-Fi, maximum 4 devices per room
Local and international phone calls up to 60 minutes daily
1 reusable water bottle per guest
1 OUTRIGGER beach bag per room
Access to outdoor pool and use of beach towels
Reef-friendly sunscreen, available at the pool
In-room coffee and tea, replenished daily
Discounts for island attractions
Valet parking is $35 per day, and self-parking is $25 per day, plus tax, with in/out privileges.