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ForwardClinical Updates in Pain Medicine 2027
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
Course Directors: Terry L. Hunt II, M.D., M.B.A., Chanchrisna Kish, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P, Matthew J. Pingree, M.D.
April 8 -10, 2027 - Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa - Dana Point, California
This comprehensive course addresses pain conditions across multiple medical disciplines, aiming to enhance pain management and improve patient outcomes. Through a structured series of lectures, participants explore the full spectrum of chronic pain treatment, including pharmacologic therapies, non-pharmacologic approaches, and interventional procedures. This course includes presentations focusing on strategies for perioperative and inpatient pain management, offering practical insights for clinical application. The curriculum also delves into the evaluation and treatment of common comorbidities associated with chronic pain—such as central sensitization, depression, and anxiety—with particular emphasis on the role of cognitive behavioral therapy. Additionally, the course provides an in-depth review of prevalent pain syndromes, including spine pain, neuropathic pain, headache, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and arthritic conditions.
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $895 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $895 |
Target Audience
This course is designed for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, residents, fellows, and allied health professionals working in primary care, family medicine, pain management, hospital medicine, palliative care, anesthesiology, and other specialties involved in the evaluation and treatment of pain.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Apply evidence-based strategies to evaluate and manage common and complex chronic pain conditions.
- Integrate pharmacologic, nonpharmacologic, behavioral, lifestyle, rehabilitative, and interventional options into individualized treatment plans.
- Differentiate clinical factors that influence safe treatment selection, including opioid and buprenorphine use, psychosocial contributors, obesity, central sensitization, and comorbid conditions.
- Implement patient-centered communication and shared decision-making strategies that improve alignment of treatment goals and care plans.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Course summary
- 16.26 AAPA Category 1
- 16.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 16.25 ANCC
- 16.25 Attendance
- 16.25 IPCE
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Clinical Updates in Pain Medicine
Laguna Cliff JW Marriott
April 8-10, 2027 (Pacific Time)
Thursday, April 8, 2027 | |
6:45 a.m. | Registration, Breakfast & Exhibits Salon Foyer |
7:20 a.m.
| Welcome and Introduction Matthew J. Pingree, M.D., Chanchrisna Kish, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. |
7:30 a.m.
| Clinical Approach to Neck Pain Thomas P. Pittelkow, D.O., M.P.H. |
8:00 a.m.
| Clinical Pearls: Low Back Pain John A. Freeman, M.D. |
8:30 a.m.
| Clinical Pearls: Cervical Myelopathy Jennifer I. Stern, M.D. |
9:00 a.m.
| Cases in Spine Care Nick C. Canzanello, D.O. |
9:30 a.m. | Panel Discussion - Q & A Matthew J. Pingree, M.D., Chanchrisna Kish, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. |
9:45 a.m. | Refreshment Break & Exhibits |
10:00 a.m.
| Nutrition Interventions for Chronic Pain Chelsey M. Hoffman, PA-C, M.S. |
10:30 a.m.
| The Obesity Epidemic and Chronic Pain Mike J. Derr, D.O. |
11:00 a.m.
| Addressing Co-Morbid Anxiety and Depression Kristin J. Somers, M.D. |
11:30 a.m. | Exhibitors break – Pick up box lunch |
12:00 p.m. | Management of Opioid-Induced Side Effects |
12:30 p.m.
| Perioperative and Inpatient e Management of Patients with Chronic Pain Mark A. Bendel, M.D. |
1:00 p.m.
| Q & A Matthew J. Pingree, M.D., Chanchrisna Kish, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. |
1:15 p.m. | Adjourn |
Friday, April 9, 2027 | |
6:45 a.m. | Registration, Breakfast & Exhibits Salon Foyer |
7:20 a.m.
| Welcome and Introduction Matthew J. Pingree, M.D., Chanchrisna Kish, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. |
7:30 a.m.
| Vertebrogenic Spine Pain Jillian A. Maloney, M.D. |
8:00 a.m.
| Low-Dose Radiation Therapy in Osteoarthritis-Associated Joint Pain Amanda F. Meyer, APRN, CNP, DNP |
8:30 a.m.
| Advanced Neuromodulation: Application in Clinical Practice W. David Mauck, M.D. |
9:00 a.m.
| Emerging Clinical Applications for High Intensity Focused Ultrasound: Chronic Back Pain Christin A. Tiegs-Heiden, M.D. |
9:30 a.m.
| Panel Discussion - Q & A Matthew J. Pingree, M.D., Chanchrisna Kish, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. |
9:45 a.m. | Refreshment Break & Exhibits |
10:00 a.m.
| Central Sensitization and Fibromyalgia Christopher D. Sletten, Ph.D., L.P. |
10:45 a.m.
| Weighing Our Options: GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Pain and Periprocedural Management Mark Friedrich B. Hurdle, M.D. |
11:30 a.m. | Break – Box Lunch |
12:00 p.m.
| Approach to the Patient with Chronic Abdominal Pain Tisha N. Lunsford, M.D. |
12:30 p.m. | Approach to the Female Patient with Chronic Pelvic Pain Matthew J. Pingree, M.D., Chanchrisna Kish, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. |
1:00 p.m. | Panel Discussion - Q & A |
1:15 p.m. | Adjourn |
Saturday, April 10, 2027 | |
6:45 a.m. | Registration, Breakfast & Exhibits Salon Foyer |
7:20 a.m.
| Welcome and Introduction Matthew J. Pingree, M.D., Chanchrisna Kish, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. |
7:30 a.m.
| Common Medications to Treat Neuropathic Pain James C. Watson, M.D. |
8:00 a.m.
| Approaches to Chronic Headache Nathan P. Young, D.O. |
8:30 a.m.
| Common Neuropathic Pain Conditions: Examination and Testing James C. Watson, M.D. |
9:00 a.m.
| Facial Pain Narayan R. Kissoon, M.D. |
9:30 a.m.
| Panel Discussion - Q & A Matthew J. Pingree, M.D., Chanchrisna Kish, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. |
9:45 a.m. | Refreshment Break & Exhibits |
10:00 a.m.
| Buprenorphine for Patients with Chronic Pain Benjamin Lai, M.B.B.Ch., BAO |
10:45a.m.
| Goals of Care Discussion
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11:30 a.m. | Break - Box lunches |
12:00 p.m.
| Lifestyle Medicine in Chronic Pain Amy E. Rabatin, M.D. |
12:30 p.m. | Regenerative Medicine in Pain Medicine an Update Stephen M. Covington, D.O. |
1:00 p.m.
| Panel Discussion - Q & A Matthew J. Pingree, M.D., Chanchrisna Kish, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. |
1:15 p.m. | Adjourn |
Cultural and Linguistic Competency (Optional, On-line offering)
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All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
A block of guest rooms has been reserved for attendees and their guests with special course rates at the Laguna Cliff JW Marriott, Dana Point, CA To receive the special rate of $412.00 (plus applicable taxes and fees) for a standard room, reservations must be made before the room block is filled or before the expiration date of March 16, 2027, whichever comes first. After March 16, 2027, reservations will be taken based on space and rate availability.
Group rate - ROH $412.00, plus taxes
HOUSEKEEPING GRATUITY
A $3.00 per room, per night will be charged for the Housekeeping Staff.
Reservations may be booked ONLINE
You may call (888) 236-2427 to make your reservation. Please identify yourself as a participant of the Mayo Clinic Pain Management course when making your reservation.
All reservation requests must be guaranteed with a valid credit card at time of reservation. This credit card will be charged a non-refundable cancelation fee unless reservation is cancelled by 4:00pm three (3) days prior to arrival.
Spa Concession:
• 10% Discount on Spa Services (not including Retail or Previously discounted services.
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 16.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 16.25 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 16.25 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
IPCE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 16.25 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.
Other Healthcare Professionals
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 16.26 AAPA Category 1
- 16.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 16.25 ANCC
- 16.25 Attendance
- 16.25 IPCE
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $895 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $895 |
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