Primary Care Update Las Vegas June 14-16, 2023 Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Our Live Pharmacology CME is perfect for medical professionals seeking to learn the latest in drug therapy. Join nurse practitioners, family physicians, physician assistants and pharmacists who have been benefiting from our exceptional pharmacology CME for over 30 years. You will enjoy our small class sizes which encourage back and forth discussion with clinical faculty from medical & pharmacy schools who see patients daily.
Wednesday, June 14, 2023: Practical Application of the CDC Clinical Practice Guidelines for Prescribing Opioids
Thursday, June 15, 2023: Updates in Pharmacotherapy for Weight Loss and Infectious Disease
Friday, June 16, 2023: Trimming the Fat Even More than Before... Updates on Dyslipidemia Treatment with a Focus on New Recommendations, Evidence, and Novel Drug Therapies
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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 online cme courses that were recorded at 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.
Gregory L. Holmquist, PharmD, CPE
Dr. Holmquist received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the School of Pharmacy at the University of Washington in Seattle. He is a board certified Oncology Pharmacist, an American Medical Association Certified Educator for Physicians on Endof-Life Care, and an American Society of Pain Educators Certified Pain Educator (C.P.E.). As a clinician and educator, Dr. Holmquist’s philosophy of care is summarized in one core statement, “Making a difference in the lives of patients”
Christopher M. Bland, Pharm.D., FCCP, FIDSA, BCPS
Clinical Professor, Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy, Clinical Pharma- cy Specialist, St. Joseph’s/ Candler Health System, Sa- vannah, Georgia. Co-founder of SERGE-45, practice-based research network, co-founder of TeachMePharm, drug therapy teaching platform.
Joseph Saseen, Pharm.D., FASHP, FCCP, BCPS, BCACP
Joseph Saseen is Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs and Professor of Clinical Pharmacy and a Professor of Family Medicine. He also served as Vice Chair of the Department of Clinical Pharmacy for 10 years. Dr. Saseen has responsibilities for enhancing the school’s clinical enterprise, further developing sustainable clinical service models, and advocating for advancing the practice of pharmacy in the State of Colorado. His scholarly work includes almost 200 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters.
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Wednesday June 14, 2023: 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM Registration & Breakfast, 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM Educational Program
At the conclusion of this program, the participant will be able to:
1.Describe the key therapeutic goals of the 2022 Proposed CDC Recommendations… 2. Describe the fundamental concepts of pain management… 3. State key principles for assessing patients in pain, identifying risk factors and behaviors that are associated … 4. State examples of therapeutic options for managing pain … 5. Compare and contrast the risks and benefits… 6. State the main characteristics of patients who would be identified as “high risk”, “moderate risk” and “low risk” for chronic opioid use. 7. State how to manage patients safely and effectively … 8. Compare and contrast basic pharmacology of various … 9. Define a reasonable quantity of …10. Describe how to counsel patients and caregivers regarding … overdose. 11. State key educational principles that should be applied to all patients and caregivers … .
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Thursday, June 15, 2023: 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM Registration & Breakfast, 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM Educational Program
1. Review risk factors and criteria within obesity 2. Describe appropriate patient populations for weight loss pharmacotherapy. 3. Delineate key characteristics of various pharmacotherapy options including GLP-1 agonists. 4. Apply knowledge within patient cases to select an appropriate pharmacotherapy option.
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Thursday, June 15, 2023: 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM Registration & Breakfast, 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM Educational Program
5.Review various new FDA-approved antimicrobials. 6.Evaluate these agents critically for use in clinical practice.\ 7. Review new drugs for prevention of HIV infection (HIV PreP) in high risk individuals. 8. Discuss penicillin allergies including long-term implications. 9. Describe process and recent data supporting intervention strategies to de-label patients. 10. Describe disease states for which shorter durations of therapy data are growing.Item description
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Friday, June 16, 2023: 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM Registration & Breakfast, 8:00 AM - 1:30 PM Educational Program
At the conclusion of this program, the participant will be able to:
1. Review medications and lifestyle modifications that are recommended for the treatment of dyslipidemia. 2. Describe the 2018 AHA/ACC/Multisociety cholesterol guideline recommendations for hypercholesterolemia. 3. Identify LDL thresholds recommended in the 2022 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway on nonstatin therapy. 4. Explain the risks and benefits of statin therapy. 5. Definition of statin intolerance and understand the evidence supporting the presence of the nocebo effect. 6. Recommend strategies to improve adherence with statin therapy. 7. Compare and contrast the mechanisms of action, efficacy, and outcomes data for new and novel nonstatin drug therapies. 8. Outline the evidence and role of nonstatins in treating patients with hypercholesterolemia. 9. Identify recommended treatment for patients with elevated triglycerides according to the 2021 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway on hypertriglyceridemia. 10. Recommend appropriate drug therapy for patients with dyslipidemia.Description text goes here
Conference Credit
PHARMACISTS:
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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. |
- Session 1: 5 Contact Hrs ACPE UAN 0741-0000-23-0011-L08-P, ACTIVITY: Application
- Session 2A: 2.5 Contact Hrs ACPE UAN 0741-0000-23-012-L01-P, ACTIVITY: Application
- Session 2B: 2.5 Contact Hrs ACPE UAN 0741-0000-23-013-L01-P, ACTIVITY: KNOWLEDGE
- Session 3: 5 Contact HRs ACPE UAN 0741-0000-23-014 L01-P, ACTIVITY: Application
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 Primary Care Update Las Vegas and deemed it accepta- ble for up to 15.00 Live AAFP Prescribed credits. Term of Approval is from 06/14/2023 to 06/16/2023. 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 Registration
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3 Day Fee |
2 Day Fee |
1 Day Fee |
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Discounted Advanced Registration |
$699 | n/a | n/a |
| Regular Registration | $749 | n/a | n/a |
| Live Stream | $550 | $398 | $199 |
Note: Conference Surcharge if not staying on site at hotel: $50.00 ( see Conference Policies)
Registration Details
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).
Hotel Information
Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino 3000 Paradise Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89109 Map Hotel Reservations: A block of rooms have been reserved The discounted room rate will be available until May 13, 2023. Certain room types may be sold out as the conference date approaches. Click here to reserve your room online or call 1-800-732-7117 and mention group code, SGULJU3- Signature Room - $129.00/night
- Reduced Resort Fee - $25.00/night, regularly $36.00/night
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.