Objectives
Upon completion of this educational activity, participants will be able to:
- Evaluate and manage the most common medical disorders encountered in day-to-day practice
- Discuss the leading causes of death in the United States as described by Mokdad, et al. (2004)
- Review the Healthy People 2010 initiative and the Leading Health Indicators associated with that initiative
- Use the basic tools to evaluate and manage these health risk behaviors within the scope of their individual practices
- Improve the daily administration of the primary care practice applying timely practice management and medicolegal information
Target Audience
Family Practice and Internal Medicine Physicians, Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners
Faculty Disclosure
Faculty presenters of continuing education programs sponsored by the University of Kentucky College of Medicine are expected to disclose any real or perceived conflict of interest. Copies of faculty disclosures are included in participant program materials or given prior to the lecture.
Acknowledgment
Merck & Co., Inc.
Sponsors
Department of Family and Community Medicine
Course Overview
Clinicians providing primary care encounter a wide range of medical conditions in their day-to-day practice. It can seem overwhelming to stay current on the evaluation and treatment of such a wide variety of conditions. The University of Kentucky Department of Family and Community Medicine serves the needs of primary care professionals across the country by recognizing the need for high quality life-long learning for inter-professional healthcare providers through continuing education. This Family Medicine Review course is one of the longest running courses in the nation and has gained national recognition. Participants can earn AMA Category 1 Credits and AAFP prescribed credit (determination pending) in one setting.
In the spirit of building patient-focused relationships, it is intended that participants receive the most comprehensive, up-to-date and practical medical information available on a variety of important patient-related topics, the end result being that the knowledge gained by attendance at the conference will improve the health and lives of their patients.
Refund and Cancellation
A refund less a $100 processing fee will be issued if written notice of withdrawal is received one week prior to the beginning of the activity. Registration may be transferred to another participant.
The Colleges of Pharmacy and Medicine Continuing Education Office reserves the right to cancel or make substitutions in this activity. A full refund will be issued if circumstances warrant cancellation.
Cost of Attendance
Registration fees include online educational materials, a continuing education statement of credit, breakfast and breaks each day.
Early Bird (postmarked by 10/25/08)
Physician, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner and Other Health Care Professional - $495.00
Resident/Student - $295.00
Late (postmarked after 10/25/08)
Physician, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner and Other Health Care Professional - $595.00
Resident/Student - $395.00
Accreditation
Medicine
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine presents this activity for educational purposes only. Participants are expected to utilize their own expertise and judgment while engaged in the practice of medicine. The content of the presentations is provided solely by presenters who have been selected for presentations because of recognized expertise in their field.
AAFP Credit
Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending.
Exhibits
Exhibit Opportunities
Monday-Thursday (6-ft skirted table + 2 chairs provided)
• Daily Fee - $750
• Any two days - $1,000
• Any three days - $1,250
• Any four days - $1,500
• Non-profit organizations - $50
Sponsor Opportunities
• Breakfast for 200 – Sunday-Friday - $4,000 per day
• Silver Meeting Sponsor - $1,000
• Gold Meeting Sponsor - $2,000
Because sponsors and exhibits make the difference between a good conference and a great one, we encourage your organization to participate at the highest level possible. If you have questions or would like to propose another opportunity for sponsorship, please contact:
Kim Page, Senior Conference Coordinator
University of Kentucky Colleges of Pharmacy and Medicine Continuing Education Office
One Quality Street, 6th Floor
Lexington, KY 40507-1461
(859) 257-5320 ext. 80340 | Fax (859) 323-2920
Kim.page@uky.edu
Accommodations
All educational sessions and meal functions will be held at the Lexington Hotel and Convention Center (formerly Radisson Plaza Hotel), 369 W. Vine Street, Lexington, Kentucky.
Parking is available in the Central Parking garage adjacent to the Hotel and is complimentary for hotel guests. Validation stickers will be provided for non-hotel guests. Additional parking is available in the garage adjacent to the 5/3 Bank.
A block of sleeping rooms has been reserved at the group rate of $135+ tax single/double per night. Reservation deadline is October 11, 2008. Reservations will be taken on a space/rate available basis after the deadline. To make reservations, call (877) 539-1648 and request the Family Medicine Review group rate. Visit www.lexingtondowntownhotel.com for complete hotel information and directions.