Optional Workshops & Satellites

April 12-15, 2012 - Embassy Suites Hotel Convention Center, North Charleston, SC

Below lists the workshop and satellite opportunities that will be presented. You do not need to be a registered conference attendee to participate in most programs. Different registration rates do apply for conference attendees and non-conference attendees. Workshops and Satellite Programs are excellent ways for physicians to enhance their knowledge on various topics.

OPTIONAL SAMs Study Groups

Diabetes

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Registration & Check In: 11:30 to 12:00 pm
Course: 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm / A light dinner is provided

Conference Attendee Rate: $150.00
Non-Conference Attendee Rate: $200.00

Course Learning Objectives:

Diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus.
Recognition and Management of Microvascular.
Recognition and Management of Macrovascular Complications.
Non-pharmacologic Management of Diabetes Mellitus.
Pharmacologic Management of Diabetes Mellitus.
Management of Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Nonketotic Hyperosmolar Coma.
Recognition of the Clinical Implications of Insulin-Resistance Syndromes.
Prevention of Diabetes Mellitus.

Benefits of Attending

Complete your SAM knowledge questions on site.
Review the topic through in depth presentations and interactive discussions.
Earn CME Credit after you have completed the ABFM clinical simulation (requires a separate fee and registration with the ABFM).

NOTE: Advanced registration is required. You must be currently enrolled with the American Board of Family Medicine to register for this class and to receive MC-FP credits. For more information on enrollment, please contact the ABFM at 877-223-7437. You must also be sure to provide your ABFM ID Number or your AAFP ID Number in order to be pre-registered for this workshop. If you have any questions regarding the SAMS Working Group, please call the NCAFP Meetings Department at 919-833-2110 or 800-872-9482 (NC Only) prior to registering a SAMs Course.

Preventive Care

Saturday, April 14, 2012

Registration & Check In: 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm
Course: 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm / A light dinner is provided

Conference Attendee Rate: $150.00
Non-Conference Attendee Rate: $200.00

Course Learning Objectives:

Describe the differences between health promotion, prevention, and screening.
Recognize the leading causes of preventable morbidity in the United States.
Counsel patients on necessary lifestyle and therapeutic modifications to maintain health.

Benefits of Attending

Complete your SAM knowledge questions on site.
Review the topic through in depth presentations and interactive discussions.
Earn CME Credit after you have completed the ABFM clinical simulation (requires a separate fee and registration with the ABFM).

NOTE: Advanced registration is required. You must be currently enrolled with the American Board of Family Medicine to register for this class and to receive MC-FP credits. For more information on enrollment, please contact the ABFM at 877-223-7437. You must also be sure to provide your ABFM ID Number or your AAFP ID Number in order to be pre-registered for this workshop. If you have any questions regarding the SAMS Working Group, please call the NCAFP Meetings Department at 919-833-2110 or 800-872-9482 (NC Only) prior to registering a SAMs Course.

Optional Workshops & Satellite Programs

Nexplanon®

A Clinical Training Program - Non-CME Satellite

Thursday, April 12, 2012
Course: 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm

Nexplanon is a long acting progestogen only hormonal contraceptive, effective for up to 3 years1. In clinical trials Nexplanon has demonstrated bioequivalence to the currently available subdermal contraceptive implant Implanon which is over 99% effective1. Each Nexplanon rod contains 68mg of etonogesterol and comes pre-loaded in an innovative disposable applicator, designed to be operated with one hand and facilitate insertion just below the skin.. This training is targeted for physicians that have not been trained on Implanon or Nexplanon. A light dinner will be provided. Seating is limited to 20 people.

In accordance with the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals, attendance at this educational program is limited to Healthcare Professionals. Accordingly, attendance by guests or spouses is not appropriate and cannot be accommodated.

Fee: Free - You must be a registered conference attendee.

Coding and Documentating E/M Services

Thursday, April 12, 2012
Course: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

This presentation will review the distinctions between E/M levels of service and the documentation advantages and challenges posed by electronic health records. A discussion of the role of documentation in support of the medical necessity of E/M services will also be addressed. The workshop will review the content of problem-oriented E/M and Preventive Medicine Services and the application of the codes to current day medical practice.

Conference Attendee Rate: $75.00
Non-Conference Attendee Rate: $100.00

Joint Injections & Aspirations

Friday, April 13, 2012
Course: 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm

This hands-on workshop will describe the indications and contraindications for joint and soft-tissue injections and aspirations, discuss the critically reviewed evidence-based literature and identify safe and effective techniques for the 16 most common procedures. Participants will practice injection/aspiration techniques in various locations including the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee and foot.

Conference Attendee Rate: $150.00
Non-Conference Attendee Rate: $200.00

Community Precepting: Teaching in a Busy Practice

Saturday, April 14, 2012
Course: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

Assessing student knowledge and teaching can be a challenge in the midst of clinical care. In this workshop, we’ll discuss practical, efficient strategies to make teaching seamless and concise. By the end of this session, participants will utilize a standard format for clinical teaching and feedback.as well as identify methods to assess a learner’s knowledge. All clinicians who teach medical students are welcome! A light lunch will be provided.

Fee: Free - You must be a registered conference attendee.