Occupational Medicine for the Primary Care Clinician - (LIVE)

Phoenix, AZ US
April 16, 2027 to April 17, 2027

This conference offers Live (in-person) attendance.

Course Director: Melanie D. Swift, M.D., M.P.H.

Keeping patients working safely and productively supports overall well-being. This course equips primary care clinicians to manage occupational health concerns, including musculoskeletal injuries, chronic disease, pregnancy, and mental health. Gain confidence handling work restrictions, accommodations, disability forms, and common workplace issues effectively.

Registration Fee(s)
M.D., D.O., Ph.D.$750
Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees$675

Target Audience

This course is designed for family physicians, general internists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses in primary care and family practice.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Apply a structured approach to assessing and documenting patients’ work ability for a wide range of injuries, illnesses and chronic conditions managed in primary care.
  • Develop practical, functional work restrictions or reasonable accommodations that facilitate safe work activity with optimal medical and personal outcomes for the patient.
  • Collaborate effectively with patients, employers, other health professionals, and third parties to reduce physical, financial, behavioral and psychosocial barriers to employment.

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
Available credit: 
  • 12.00 AAPA Category 1
  • 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 12.00 ANCC
  • 12.00 Attendance
Event starts: 
04/16/2027 - 7:30am
Event ends: 
04/17/2027 - 1:45am
Cost:
$750.00

Program Schedule (PDF)

Occupational Medicine for the Primary Care Clinician - (LIVE) 

Phoenix, AZ US 

          April 16, 2027 to April 17, 2027         
MST (Mountain Standard Time) 

 

Friday April 16, 2027

 

7:30am-7:55am 

Breakfast and Registration 

7:55am-8:00am 

Introduction 

8:00am-8:45am 

Occupational Thinking in Primary Care 
Jacob R. Berry, M.D., M.P.H. 

8:45am-8:55am 

Voice of Patient (video) 

8:55am-9:40am 

Functional Assessment in Exam Room 
Russell Gelfman, M.D. 

9:40am-9:55am 

Break 

9:55am-10:40am 

Work Restrictions That Work 
Sydney E. Fuchs, APRN, C.N.P., M.S.N. 

10:40am-11:25am 

Restrictions Workshop 
Panel 

11:25am-12:10pm 

Documentation Fundamentals 
Laura E. Breeher, M.D., M.P.H. 

12:10-12:40pm 

Lunch 

12:40pm-1:25pm 

Accommodations & Job Modifications 
Laura E. Breeher, M.D., M.P.H. 

1:25pm-2:10pm 

Supporting Workers with Chronic Conditions 
Richard D. Newcomb, M.D., M.P.H. 

2:10pm-3:00pm 

Panel 

3:00pm 

Adjourn 

 

Saturday April 17, 2027

 

7:30am-8:00am 

Breakfast 

8:00am-8:45am 

Pregnant Workers 
Kodjo M. Bossou, M.D. 

8:45aam-9:30am 

Work Injuries and the Work Comp System 
Kodjo M. Bossou, M.D. 

9:30am-9:45am 

Break 

9:45am-10:30am 

Disability Programs and Forms 
Melanie D. Swift, M.D., M.P.H. 

10:30am-11:15am 

Occupational Mental Health 1 
Greg P. Couser, M.D., M.P.H. 

11:15am-12:00pm 

Occupational Mental Health 2 

Greg P. Couser, M.D., M.P.H. 

12:00pm-12:30pm 

Lunch 

12:30pm-1:15pm 

Medical Leave Programs and Forms 
Melanie D. Swift, M.D., M.P.H. 

1:15pm-2:00pm 

Avoiding Common Pitfalls 
Clayton T. Cowl, M.D., M.S. 

2:00pm-2:45pm 

Panel 

2:45pm 

Adjourn 

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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.


Credit Statement(s):

AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.00 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 PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 12.00 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 enduring material for a maximum of 12.00 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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

  • 12.00 AAPA Category 1
  • 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 12.00 ANCC
  • 12.00 Attendance

Exhibit and Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

The Occupational Medicine for the Primary Care Clinician course is pleased to offer the opportunity for commercial companies to interact with health care providers and highlight their products and services.  If you are interested in exhibiting or sponsoring the course, please complete the following:

Please contact Lee.Julia@mayo.edu if you have any questions. 

Price

Cost:
$750.00
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Registration Fee(s)
M.D., D.O., Ph.D.$750
Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees$675

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Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion

Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.

Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled. 

The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development strives for fully accessible learning experiences. If you anticipate any barriers while attending this course, please reach out to the course coordinator who will be in touch with all registrants. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact the Office of Wellness and Academic Support – Disability Access Services at MCCMS.DS@mayo.edu.

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