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CONFERENCES2011 2012

Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar

Internal Medicine

New York, NY14-16

Orlando, FL11-13

Miami Beach, FL29-31

Las Vegas, NV17-19

Costa Rica**18-22

Women’s Health

Maui, HI**9-13

Las Vegas, NV27-29

Orlando, FL*Women’s Health/Men’s Health22-25

Cardio/Pulmonary

Orlando, FL**2-6

Las Vegas, NV11-13

Nassau, Bahamas17-19

Las Vegas, NV9-11

Neurology Las Vegas, NV16-18

Key West, FL10-12

Maui, HI**Neuro-Psych11-15

Dermatology Las Vegas, NV14-16

San Diego, CA16-18

Scottsdale, AZ24-26

Cancun, Mexico2-4

Endocrinology Nassau, Bahamas2-4

Breckenridge, CO17-19

Geriatric Medicine

St Thomas, USVI11-13

Orlando, FL10-12

Orthopedics

Rheumatology Napa, CA7-9

Orlando, FL9-11

Infectious Disease

New York, NY9-11

St. Thomas, USVIMar 30-Apr 1

Special Seminars

*Four-Day Seminar **Five-Day Seminar

Medical Education Resources

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Maximize both your learning experience and time out of the officeHave you ever wished you were on vacation while at a CME conference? Well, now you can have it all! Medical Education Resources (MER) continues its 25-year tradition of education by offering: - Clinically oriented programs for Primary Care Physicians, PAs, NPs, and RNs, with an emphasis on the diagnosis and treatment of medical problems commonly seen in a general diversified practice

- Maximum interaction with distinguished faculty members who have been selected for their expertise and teaching abilities

- Expert speakers from among the 200+ MER-approved faculty members who represent 75 leading medical institutions

- Educational credit satisfying AMA, AOA, AAFP, ANCC, AAPA, and ACEP reporting needs - Savings from tax-deductible educational expenses and group discounts - Guaranteed satisfaction from a trusted provider of medical education for more than 25 years

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Spring/Summer 2012 Five-Day Seminars– Neuro/Psych Medicine for Primary Care (See page 15)– Internal Medicine for Primary Care Physicians (See page 15)– Dermatology for the Non-dermatologist (See page 16)– Cardio/Pulmonary for Primary Care Physicians (See page 16)

MER Four-Day Seminars– Updates in Women’s Health/Men’s Health (See page 17)– Neuro/Psych Medicine for Primary Care (See page 17)– Internal Medicine for Primary Care Physicians (See page 17)– Cardio/Pulmonary for Primary Care Physicians (See page 17)– Clinical Endocrinology for Primary Care Physicians (See page 17)

CONFERENCES2012

Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep

Internal Medicine

Orlando, FL13-15

Aruba11-13

Newport Beach, CA22-24

San Diego, CA*23-26Rome, Italy*Aug 30-Sep 2

Women’s Health

Jackson Hole, WY*Women’s/Men’s Health5-8

Cardio/Pulmonary

Oahu, HI**10-14

Mackinac Island, MI20-22

Orlando, FL*20-23

Neurology Asheville, NC18-20

Orlando, FL*Neuro-Psych21-24

Dermatology Nassau, Bahamas**15-19

Las Vegas, NV6-8

Endocrinology Napa, CA27-29

Orlando, FL25-27

Victoria, BC, Canada*12-15

Nassau, BahamasObesity Module28-30

Geriatric Medicine

Las Vegas, NV11-13

Las Vegas, NV3-5

Orthopedics Las Vegas, NV20-22

Cape Cod, MA13-15

Rheumatology New Orleans, LA27-29

Orlando, FL*26-29

Infectious Disease

Las Vegas, NV8-10

Lake George, NY17-19

Special Seminars

Orlando, FLHeart Failure24-26

Las Vegas, NVPharmacology Updates21-23

*Four-Day Seminar **Five-Day Seminar

Program Accreditation

Physician AccreditationMedical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit DesignationMedical Education Resources designates these live activities for a maximum of 11 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Academy of Family PhysiciansThese activities have been reviewed and are acceptable for up to 11 Prescribed Credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

American Osteopathic AssociationThese programs are approved for 11 hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association.

American College of Emergency PhysiciansThese activities are approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for a maximum of 11 hours A.C.E.P. Category I credit.1

Nursing AccreditationMedical Education Resources is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

These CE activities provide 11 contact hours of continuing nursing education.

Medical Education Resources is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299. These CE activities provide 11 contact hours.

American Academy of Physician Assistants– AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed Credit from AAFP, and AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 11 hours of Category I credit for completing these programs.

Four-Day Seminars offer 14 credits. Five-Day Seminars offer 17 credits.

PROGRAM INFORMATION The SponsorMedical Education Resources (MER) is a non-profit, multi-accredited, medical education company with more than 25 years of experience in providing CME programs. Over 150,000 physicians and allied health personnel have participated in our activities. Our course directors, content advisors, and faculty are dedicated to ensuring your satisfaction with our educational programs.

Target AudienceThese programs are intended for primary care physicians with general diversified practices and for PAs, NPs, and RNs involved in these medical areas.

Learning Goal (Purpose)To provide general updates in specialized areas of medicine to clinicians practicing in a primary care setting.

General InformationPlease contact MER, or visit www.mer.org for specific program curriculums, participating faculty, and accommodations. Course material is provided at the seminar. We cannot confirm your program registration until payment is received. Please do not book airfare until registration and hotel reservations are confirmed.

1Note: Issues in Women’s Health and Dermatology for the Non-Dermatologist are not approved for A.C.E.P. credit. Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Medicine for Primary Care Physicians is approved for 8.75 credits.

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Cancellation PolicyShould you be forced to cancel or if you are unable to attend, a full refund is given for cancellations made within one week of your original registration. Cancellations made after that time are assessed a non-refundable $50 fee, and the remaining charges are credited toward a future registration to another MER seminar. If you are unable to attend and do not notify MER by one week before the course start date, you will be assessed a non-refundable $150 fee and the remaining charges are credited toward a future registration to another MER seminar. The credit toward a future registration to another seminar is only valid for two years from the date of issue.

DUE TO THE POPULARITY OF THESE PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES, WE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO GUARANTEE ACCOMMODATIONS WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE CONFERENCE. PLEASE REGISTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. HOTEL RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE VISIT WWW.MER.ORG FOR DETAILS.

DisclaimerA portion of your room rate will be applied to offset the cost of the food and beverage served during the meeting to participants only. This includes daily breakfast and morning coffee breaks during meeting hours for registered attendees.

Program FormatsThe seminars consist of half-day morning sessions. Ski seminars have different formats—please call for details. Breakfast is provided to attendees each meeting day.

Disclosure of Conflicts of InterestIt is the policy of Medical Education Resources (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. In accordance with this policy, MER identifies conflicts of interest with its instructors, content managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of an activity. Conflicts are resolved by MER to ensure that all scientific research referred to, reported, or used in a CME activity conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection, and analysis.

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Internal Medicine

INTERNAL MEDICINE Dates & Locations

NEW FOR 2012MER IS NOW OFFERING AN INNOVATIVE WAY TO EXPAND YOUR EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE.

MER’s Internal Medicine Seminar is expanding and becoming more flexible. In 2012, MER is introducing content modules that allow you to personalize your educational experience.

MER’s Three-Day, Four-Day, and Five-Day Internal Medicine Seminars will offer content in the following topics: - Endocrinology - Pulmonary Medicine - Dermatology - Infectious Disease - Neurology - Psychiatry - Cardiology - Rheumatology - Gastroenterology

Each seminar is unique. Visit www.mer.org for content topics and learning objectives for each offering.

Internal Medicine for Primary Care Physicians

Eden Roc Miami Beach, FL

Hotel Del CoronadoSan Diego, CA

JW Marriott, GuanacasteCosta Rica

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details. *Four-Day Seminar ** Five-Day Seminar

2011November 11-13Orlando, FLDisney’s Boardwalk ResortStarting at $259 per night

December 29-31Thursday thru Saturday datesMiami Beach, FL Eden RocStarting at $269 per night

2012February 17-19Las Vegas, NVMirageStarting at $169 per weekday Starting at $189 per weekend

March 18-22 Costa Rica**JW Marriott Guanacaste$325 Deluxe Garden View $365 Deluxe Ocean View

April 13-15Orlando, FLDisney’s Yacht & Beach Club ResortStarting at $269 per night

May 11-13ArubaAruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris CasinoStarting at $219 per night

June 22-24Newport Beach, CA Pelican Hill ResortStarting at $355 per night

August 23-26San Diego, CA*Hotel Del CoronadoStarting at $279 per night

August 30-September 2Rome, Italy*Marriott Rome Grand FloraStarting at €260 per night based on double occupancyBreakfast included for all occupantsEuropean CurrencySpecial registration rates apply, see page 19

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WOMEN’S HEALTH Dates & Locations

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details | Visit www.mer.org for learning objectives and agenda for the special Updates in Women’s Health/Men’s Health courses.* Four-Day Seminar ** Five-Day Seminar

2011 October 9-13Maui, HI**Grand WaileaStarting at $250 per night

2012January 27-29Las Vegas, NVThe BellagioStarting at $199 per night

March 22-25Orlando, FL*Updates in Women’s Health/Men’s HealthDisney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaStarting at $299 per night

July 5-8Jackson Hole, WY*Updates in Women’s Health/Men’s HealthHotel TerraStarting at $289 per night

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Women’s Health

PROGRAMDay One (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Abnormal Uterine Bleeding - Menopausal Transition and Hormone Replacement Therapy

- Osteoporosis - Managing Obesity - Case Presentations

Day Two (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Thyroid Disorders in Women - Depression in Women - Other Psychiatric Disorders - Management of Abnormal Pap Smears - Management of High-Risk HPV - Case Presentations

Day Three (8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.) - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Case Presentations

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program, participants should be able to:1. Identify and manage common symptoms of

depression and other psychiatric disorders in women2. Describe the management and treatment of

abnormal pap smears and HPV3. Explain the process of menopausal transition

(climacteric) and describe the potential risks/benefits of HRT options, especially in relation to breast cancer and cardiovascular disease

4. Identify current strategies for managing osteoporosis, thyroid disorders, and obese patients.

5. Discuss symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)

6. Distinguish between ovulatory and anovulatory uterine bleeding and other menstrual abnormalities and select appropriate treatment options

Issues in Women’s Health

Jackson Hole, WY

The BellagioLas Vegas, NV

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaWalt Disney World® FL

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CARDIO/PULMONARY Dates & Locations

2011 October 2-6Orlando, FL**Disney’s Boardwalk ResortStarting at $259 per night

November 11-13Las Vegas, NVMirageStarting at $149 per weekday Starting at $179 per weekend

2012February 17-19Nassau, BahamasAtlantis Paradise Resort$189 Beach Tower $209 Coral Tower $239 Royal Tower

March 9-11Las Vegas, NVThe Cosmopolitan Starting at $219 per night

June 10-14Oahu, HI**Aulani, A Disney Resort and SpaStarting at $329 per night

July 20-22Mackinac Island, MIThe Grand Hotel$398 Cat I$478 Cat II$608 Cat IIIDouble occupancyDaily rates include full breakfast and dinner

September 20-23 Orlando, FL*Disney’s Boardwalk ResortStarting at $219 per night

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Cardio/PulmonaryCardio/Pulmonary for PrimaryCare PhysiciansPROGRAMDay One (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Asthma - Controversies in the Treatment of Common Respiratory Infections

- Workup of Patients with Suspected CAD: Which Tests for Which Patients

- Acute Coronary Syndromes: Initial Workup and Treatment

- Case Presentations: (Cardiology)

Day Two (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Arrhythmia Management for the Primary Care Physician

- Hypertension Update - Congestive Heart Failure - Everything You Need to Know About COPD - Case Presentations: (Pulmonary)

Day Three (8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.) - Primary and Secondary Prevention of CAD - Case Studies

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program, participants should be able to:1. Describe the current therapeutic management of COPD and

other respiratory infections2. Discuss up-to-date therapeutic approaches in managing

asthma3. Explain current concepts in the diagnosis of CAD and

acute coronary syndrome, the management of hyperten-sion and congestive heart failure

Atlantis Paradise ResortNassau, Bahamas

Aulani, A Disney Resort and SpaOahu, HI

Grand HotelMackinac Island, MI

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Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details.* Four-Day Seminar ** Five-Day Seminar

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NEUROLOGY Dates & Locations

2011December 16-18Las Vegas, NVThe VenetianStarting at $139 per night

2012February 10-12Key West, FLCasa Marina ResortStarting at $325 per night

March 11-15Maui, HI**Neuro/Psych Medicine for Primary CareThe Grand WaileaStarting at $250 per night

May 18-20Asheville, NCGrove Park InnStarting at $269 per night

June 21-24Orlando, FL*Neuro/Psych Medicine for Primary CareDisney’s Boardwalk ResortStarting at $249 per night

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Neurology for the Non-Neurologist

Neurology

Grand WaileaMaui, HI

Casa MarinaKey West, FL

Grove Park InnAsheville, NC

PROGRAMDay One (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - The Neurological Exam - Evaluating Weakness - Evaluating the Patient with Back Pain - Epilepsy and Paroxysmal Disorders - Treatment of Epilepsy and Status Epilepticus

Day Two (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Sleep Disorders - Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias - Parkinson’s Disease and Other Movement Disorders - Prevention of Cerebrovascular Disorders - Management of Cerebrovascular Disorders

Day Three (8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.) - Headaches and Migraines – Vascular and Nonvascular

- Assessing Dizziness and Vertigo

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program, participants should be able to:1. Explain the differential diagnosis of seizures and the

clinical pharmacology of antiepileptic drugs2. Distinguish dementia from delirium as well as recognizing

the neurologic changes of normal aging3. Discuss developments in stroke management and

technology4. Identify and treat the patient with lower back pain.5. Assess and manage vascular and non-vascular

headaches and migraines

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details | Visit www.mer.org for learning objectives and agenda for the special Neuro/Psych Medicine for Primary Care courses.* Four-Day Seminar ** Five-Day Seminar

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DERMATOLOGY Dates & Locations

2011 October 14-16Las Vegas, NVMirageStarting at $139 per weekday Starting at $179 per weekend

December 16-18San Diego, CAHotel Del CoronadoStarting at $189 per night

2012February 24-26Scottsdale, AZThe Phoenician Starting at $335 per night

March 2-4Cancun, MexicoJW Marriott Resort and Spa Starting at $229 per night

April 15-19Nassau, Bahamas**Atlantis Paradise Resort$179 Beach Tower $199 Coral Tower$229 Royal Tower

July 6-8Las Vegas, NVCosmopolitanStarting at $189 per night

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Dermatology for the Non-Dermatologist

Dermatology

CosmopolitanLas Vegas, NV

JW MarriottCancun, Mexico

PROGRAMDay One (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Dermatitis - Papulosquamous Diseases - Viral Infections - Bacterial Infections - Acne and Acneiform Eruptions - Case Presentations

Day Two (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Skin Manifestations of Systemic Disease - Fungal Infections - Benign Skin Tumors - Skin Surgery for Primary Care Physicians - Case Presentations

Day Three (8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.) - Premalignant and Malignant Skin Tumors - Case Presentations

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program participants should be able to:1. List therapies for superficial fungal infections2. Review common bacterial infections and prescribe

effective treatment3. Distinguish among various scaly rashes4. Identify various viral infections5. Describe pre-cancerous skin lesions

Hotel Del Coronado San Diego, CA

ENDOCRINOLOGY Dates & Locations

2011 December 2-4Nassau, BahamasThe Atlantis Paradise Resort$119 Beach Tower$149 Coral Tower$269 Royal Tower

2012February 17-19Breckenridge, COVillage at Breckenridge$255 Classic Hotel $255 Peak 9 Studio $295 One-Bedroom Condo $420 Two-Bedroom Condo

April 27-29Napa, CAThe Meritage Resort & SpaStarting at $269 per night

May 25-27Orlando, FLDisney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resort Starting at $259 per night

July 12-15Victoria, BC, Canada* Fairmont EmpressStarting at $199 per nightCanadian Currency

September 28-30Nassau, BahamasThe Atlantis Paradise Resort$129 Beach Tower$159 Coral Tower$189 Royal Tower

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Clinical Endocrinology forPrimary Care Physicians

Endocrinology

The Meritage Resort & Spa Napa, CA

The Village at Breckenridge Breckenridge, CO

Fairmont EmpressVictoria, BC, Canada

PROGRAMDay One (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus - Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus - Disorders of Calcium Metabolism - Management of Hyperlipidemia - Case Presentations

Day Two (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Disorders of Thyroid Function - Obesity Management Update - Metabolic Bone Disease - Case Presentations

Day Three (8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.) - Thyroid Nodules - Case Presentations

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program participants should be able to:1. Explain the steps for managing osteoporosis and other

calcium-related disorders2. Identify appropriate therapies for treating Type 1 and Type

2 diabetes3. Discuss the clinical approaches to cholesterol and lipid

disorders management4. Evaluate newer therapies for managing obesity.5. Describe modern approaches to functional thyroid

disorders and thyroid nodules

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GERIATRIC Dates & Locations

2011 November 11-13St. Thomas, USVIMarriott Frenchman’s ReefStarting at $214 per night

2012February 10-12Orlando, FLDisney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaStarting at $289 per night

May 11-13Las Vegas, NVThe BellagioStarting at $189 per night

August 3-5Las Vegas, NVThe CosmopolitanStarting at $189 per night

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Geriatric Medicine for Primary Care Physicians

Geriatric

The BellagioLas Vegas, NV

Marriott Frenchman’s ReefSt. Thomas, USVI

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaWalt Disney World® FL

PROGRAMDay One (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Approach to the Geriatric Patient - Depression in the Older Adult - Assessing and Managing Urological Disorders - Addressing Cardiovascular Problems - Case Presentations

Day Two (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Vascular Problems - Common Musculoskeletal Problems - Geriatric Gait Disorders and Falls - Diagnosis and Management of the Patient with Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease

- Case Presentations

Day Three (8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.) - Pain Management - Case Presentations

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program participants should be able to:1. Discuss the essentials of diagnosing and managing mild

cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease 2. Discuss cardiovascular, vascular, and urological problems3. Describe a functional assessment of the elderly patient4. Explain quality-of-life issues, including depression and

alcoholism5. Diagnose and manage various rheumatologic and

musculoskeletal problems6. Review the role of pain management

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ORTHOPEDICS Dates & Locations

2012April 20-22Las Vegas, NVThe CosmopolitanStarting at $219 per night

July 13-15Cape Cod, MAOcean’s Edge ResortStarting at $329 per night

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PROGRAMDay One (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Shoulder: rotator cuff syndrome; impingement, frozen shoulder; subacromial bursitis; bicipital tendonitis; A-C joint disease

- Upper Extremities: dislocation, differential diagnosis of associated neck problems and referred pain, joint injection, X-ray views and interpretation, indications for MRI

- Elbow: Tennis and golfer’s elbow, nursemaid’s elbow, olecranon bursitis, supracondylar fractures, joint injection, X-ray interpretation.

- Wrist and hand: Carpal tunnel, CMC arthritis thumb, ganglion cyst, trigger finger, de Quervains disease

Day Two (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Knee: evaluation and treatment of anterior knee pain; ACL, meniscus, MRI; common sports injuries; osteoarthritis and hyaluronan; bursitis: prepatellar, pes anserine; baker’s cyst; joint injection, X-ray interpretation; pediatrics

- Ankle and Foot

Day Three (8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.) - Shoulder Examination and Injection Workshop - Knee Examination, Injection and Aspiration Workshop

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program, participants should be able to:1. Explain common office orthopedic problems2. Describe the anatomy and function of the shoulder and knee

joints3. Evaluate the basics and common pitfalls of orthopedic X-ray

interpretation for shoulder and knee imaging4. Describe how and when to utilize joint aspiration and

injection for the shoulder and knee joints 5. Diagnose and treat common joint problems

Office Orthopedics for Primary Care Physicians

Orthopedics

Registration Fees: Physicians: $795; Residents and Others: $595 (Early Bird rates available, see page 19)

The CosmopolitanLas Vegas, NV

Ocean’s Edge ResortCape Cod, MA

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RHEUMATOLOGY Dates & Locations

2011October 7-9Napa, CAThe MeritageStarting at $290 per night

December 9-11Orlando, FLDisney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Starting at $259 per night

2012April 27-29New Orleans, LAJW Marriott New OrleansStarting at $239 per night

July 26-29Orlando, FL*Disney’s Contemporary ResortStarting at $239 per night

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Cinderella’s Castle, Walt Disney World®, FL

JW MarriottNew Orleans, LA

PROGRAMDay One (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Evaluating the Patient with Joint Pain - Physical Examination of Joints and Soft Tissue and Diagnosis of Regional Pain Syndromes

- Differential Diagnosis of Inflammatory Arthritis - Update in Pharmacology for Arthritis - Workshop: Hands-on Joint and Soft Tissue Examination

Day Two (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Osteoarthritis - Crystal Disease: Gout and Pseudogout - Spinal Pain - Osteoporosis - Joint Injection Technique - Workshop: Joint Aspiration and Injection Technique

Day Three (8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.) - Fibromyalgia - Case Presentations

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program, participants should be able to:1. Explain the difference between inflammatory and

non-inflammatory joint pain and the differential diagnosis of each category

2. Describe the technique of joint aspiration and injection and synovial fluid analysis

3. Perform a musculoskeletal examination4. Evaluate and treat osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, spinal pain,

regional pain syndromes, and osteoporosis5. Describe the up-to-date options for pharmacologic

management of arthritis

Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Medicine for Primary Care Physicians

Rheumatology

Registration Fees: Physicians: $795; Residents and Others: $595 (Early Bird rates available, see page 19)

Disney’s Contemporary ResortWalt Disney World®, FL

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INFECTIOUS DISEASE Dates & Locations

2011December 9-11*New York, NYCrowne PlazaStarting at $419 per night

2012March 30-April 1St. Thomas, USVIMarriott Frenchman’s ReefStarting at $309 per night

June 8-10Las Vegas, NVThe CosmopolitanStarting at $189 per night

August 17-19Lake George, NYThe Sagamore$279 lower level$329 walk-in level

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New York City New York

Marriott Frenchman’s ReefSt. Thomas, USVI

The CosmopolitanLas Vegas, NV

PROGRAMDay One (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Evidence-Based Review of Infectious Diseases - Travel-Associated Infections - Animal Bites and Related Syndromes - Gastrointestinal Infections and Clostridium difficile - Case Presentations—Respiratory Tract Infections

Day Two (8:00 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.) - Immunizations: Update 2011 - Bone and Joint Infections - Genitourinary Diseases: Update 2011 - Evidence-Based Review of Healthcare-Associated Infections - Case Presentations: Infectious Disease Syndromes in the Special Host

Day Three (8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.) - Skin and Soft-Tissue Infections - Case Presentations: Don’t Miss It: Ambulatory Care Infectious Disease Emergencies

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program participants should be able to: 1. Discuss the most important approaches to the febrile

patient with potentially life-threatening diseases in both hospital and clinic associated settings

2. Diagnose and manage important infectious disease syndromes in a range of organ-based systems (respiratory, gastrointestinal, skin and soft-tissue)

3. Identify the 2011 updates for immunizations and genitourinary infections (including selected sexually transmitted diseases)

4. Review important travel-associated and animal bite-related infectious disease syndromes

5. Describe important strategies for the evaluation of infections in immunocompromised hosts

Infectious Disease Medicine for Primary Care Physicians

Infectious Disease

Five-Day Seminars

– These special conferences are an expanded curriculum of our current series– Early reservations are recommended before these “Spring Break” conferences sell out– 17 credit hours offered– For Agenda and Educational Objectives, visit www.mer.org for details

Registration feePhysicians $995Residents and others $745 (Early Bird rates available, see page 19 for details)

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details

2012

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March 11-15, 2012 Maui, HIGrand Wailea

Room costs at Grand Wailea start at $250 per night

March 18-22, 2012 Costa RicaJW Marriott Guanacaste

Room costs at the JW Marriott start at $325 per night

Neuro/Psych Updates 2012

Internal Medicine for Primary Care Physicians

Grand WaileaMaui, HI

JW Marriott GuanacasteCosta Rica

SEMINAR INFORMATION

Five-Day Seminars

– These special conferences are an expanded curriculum of our current series– Early reservations are recommended before these “Spring Break” conferences sell out– 17 credit hours offered– For Agenda and Educational Objectives, visit www.mer.org for details

Registration feePhysicians $995Residents and others $745 (Early Bird rates available, see page 19 for details)

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details

2012

April 15-19, 2012 Nassau, BahamasAtlantis Paradise Resort

Room costs at Atlantis Paradise Resort start at $179 per night

June 10-14, 2012 Oahu, HawaiiAulani, A Disney Resort and Spa

Room costs at Aulani start at $329 per night

Dermatology for the Non-Dermatologist

Cardio/Pulmonary for Primary Care Physicians

Atlantis Paradise ResortNassau, Bahamas

Aulani, A Disney Resort and SpaOahu, HI

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– These special conferences are an expanded curriculum of our Three-Day series– 14 credit hours offered– For Agenda and Educational Objectives visit www.mer.org for details

Registration feePhysicians $895Residents and others $695 (Early Bird rates available, see page 19 for details)

Hotel rates subject to change, visit www.mer.org for details

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Four-Day SeminarsNEW IN 2012

Hotel Del Coronado San Diego, CA

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaWalt Disney World® FL

March 22-25, 2012UPDATES IN WOMEN’S HEALTH/MEN’S HEALTHOrlando, FLDisney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaStarting at $299 per night

June 21-24, 2012NEURO/PSYCH MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CAREOrlando, FLDisney’s Boardwalk ResortStarting at 249 per night

July 5-8, 2012UPDATES IN WOMEN’S HEALTH/MEN’S HEALTHJackson Hole, WYHotel TerraStarting at $289 per night

July 12-15, 2012CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANSVictoria, British Columbia, Canada Fairmont EmpressStarting at $199 per night (Canadian Currency)

July 26-29, 2012RHEUMATOLOGY AND MUSCULOSKELETAL MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANSOrlando, FLDisney’s Contemporary ResortStarting at $329 per night

August 23-26, 2012INTERNAL MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANSSan Diego, CAHotel Del CoronadoStarting at $279 per night

August 29-September 2, 2012INTERNAL MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANSRome, ItalyMarriott Rome Grand Flora Starting at €260 based on double occupancy (European Currency)

September 20-23, 2012CARDIO/PULMONARY FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANSOrlando, FLDisney’s Boardwalk InnStarting at $219

Jackson HoleJackson Hole, WY

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New Content SeminarsNEW IN 2012

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Two new seminars with all new contentExpand your CME experience with MER’s new topic offerings

August 24-26, 2012UPDATES IN HEART FAILURE TREATMENT FOR THE PRIMARY CARE OFFICEOrlando, FLDisney’s Grand Floridian Resort & SpaStarting at $229 per night

September 21-23, 2012PHARMACOLOGY AND DRUG UPDATES FOR PRIMARY CARELas Vegas, NVThe CosmopolitanStarting at $219 per night

For Agenda and Educational Objectives visit www.mer.org for details

Cinderella’s CastleWalt Disney World®, FL

The CosmopolitanLas Vegas, NV

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CONFERENCES Physicians Early Bird

Three-Day Seminars $695 $595

Four-Day Seminars $895 $795

Five-Day Seminars $995 $895

Orthopedics, Rheumatology $795 $695

New York Meetings $795 $695

Rome Meeting $1195* $1095*

CONFERENCES

Residents & Other Health Professionals Early Bird

Three-Day Seminars $495 $445Four-Day Seminars $695 $645Five-Day Seminars $745 $695Orthopedics, Rheumatology $595 $545New York Meetings $595 $545Rome Meeting $995* $945*

SPECIAL ASSISTANCEMER’s policy is to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If special arrangements are necessary for an individual with a disability to attend a conference, please contact our registration department at 1-800-421-3756.

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONSFor travel agent needs, please call Travel Inc. at 800-972-9038. Please refer to MER when calling. A booking fee will apply.

Conference registrations must be accompanied by payment. We cannot confirm your course registration until payment is received.

Please do not book airfare until registration and hotel reservations are confirmed.

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BY PHONECall toll free 1-800-421-3756 or 303-798-96828:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. MST

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ACCOMMODATIONSHotel rates are subject to change without notice.

Group room rates are on a per-room basis and are usually available up to two days prior to and after the seminar. Once our room block is filled, rooms are available on a space-available basis, and rates are subject to change. Early reservations are recommended to ensure accommodations at these popular facilities.

Group rates shown do not include taxes and fees. Please contact the hotel to receive specific information on cancellation policies and other information.

AIRFARESpecial discounted airfare is being offered for MER attendees on Continental Airlines. Book your air reservations directly on www.continental.com and receive 5% off the lowest published fare available. Look for the “Offer Code Box” on the Search For Flight page, and enter the MER discount code ZJXV570389. This discount is good for all travel up to December 2011.

DisclaimerA portion of your room rate will be applied to offset the cost of food and beverages served during the meeting to participants only. This includes daily breakfast and morning coffee breaks during meeting hours for registered attendees.

Early Bird RegistrationsTo be eligible for the Early Bird Rate, registrations must be confirmed by MER at least 60 days before the start of the seminar.

Cancellation PolicyShould you be forced to cancel your reservation or if you are unable to attend, a full refund is given for cancellations made within one week of the original registration. Cancellations made after that time are assessed a non-refundable $50 fee, and the remaining charges are credited toward a future registration to another MER seminar. If you are unable to attend and do not notify MER by one week before the course start date, you will be assessed a non-refundable $150 fee, and the remaining charges are credited toward a future registration to another MER seminar. The credit toward a future registration to another seminar is only valid for two years from the date of issue.

REGISTRATION FEES

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