Nephrology and Transplantation for the Clinician 2020: 18th Annual Update from Mayo Clinic - General Session

Scottsdale, AZ US
February 21, 2020 to February 22, 2020

 

Course Director: Hatem Amer, M.D.

Nephrology and Transplantation for the Clinician is a two-day conference designed to update participants on a range of nephrology topics relevant to current medical practice but with a focus on hypertension in 2020. Through a combination of lectures, literature review, and case-based presentations, this course will deliver up-to-date and cutting edge information that can be directly integrated into clinical practice.

Registration Fees:

 Register before 2/06/2020Register on or after 2/06/2020
 $599$674
Bedside Ultrasonography for the Nephrologist: Hands-On
(Friday, 2/21 - 2:45 pm- 6:00 pm)
$299$374
Meet the Experts
(Friday, 2/21 - 2:45 – 6:00 pm)
$199$274

CRRT Hands-On Workshop
(Saturday 2:45 – 6:00 pm)

$299$374
Meet the Experts
(Saturday 2:45 – 6:00 pm)
$199$274

Abstract Submissions
Abstract submissions are being accepted for Nephrology and Transplantation for the Clinician: 18th Annual Update from Mayo Clinic. They should be based on original research in the field of Nephrology and Kidney and/or Pancreas Transplantation. Case reports will also be considered. Abstracts should consist of introduction, methods, results and conclusion and should be less than 500 words in total. Accepted abstracts will be presented at dedicated poster sessions. 

Abstracts must be submitted by Tuesday, December 31, 2019 to be considered. Abstract authors will be notified via email by Friday, January 10, 2020.

Please submit abstracts via email to Alison Bentley.  
 

Target Audience

This course is designed for nephrologists, transplant nephrologists and surgeons, cardiologists, internists, primary care physicians, family practice physicians, other specialists, medical trainees, and advanced practice professionals who participate in the care of patients with kidney disorders, hypertension and kidney and/or pancreas transplants.

Learning Objectives

Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

  • Summarize recent developments and challenges in managing resistant hypertension.
  • Construct a management plan for hypertension complicating pregnancy.
  • Compare various blood pressure measurement techniques.
  • Differentiate treatment options for ANCA associated renal disease.
  • Compare various transplant options for any particular renal failure patient.
  • Critique various treatment strategies for hyperkalemia.

Attendance at this Mayo Clinic course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in this course.
 

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 10.25 ABIM
  • 12.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 12.25 ANCC
  • 12.25 Attendance
Event starts: 
02/21/2020 - 7:30am
Event ends: 
02/22/2020 - 6:00pm
Cost:
$674.00
Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains
16770 North Perimeter Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
United States

Guest rooms have been reserved for attendees and their guests with special course rates (starting at $239/night plus tax) at the Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains. In order to receive the special rate, reservations must be made before the room block is filled or before the cut-off date of January 23, 2020, whichever comes first. After this date, reservations will be taken based on space and rate availability. Please identify yourself as a participant of the Nephrology and Transplantation for the Clinician course when making your reservation.

Phone reservations: (480) 502-3836

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 Statements:

AMA

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Additional AMA credits may be claimed if you sign up for the following optional sessions on Friday, February 21 or Saturday, February 22, 2020 (additional fees apply):

FRIDAY: Each of these sessions offer 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM

  • Bedside Ultrasonography for the Nephrologist: Hands-on Workshop
  • Meet the Experts

SATURDAY: Each of these sessions offer 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM

  • CRRT Hands-on Workshop
  • Meet the Experts

Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.25 ANCC nursing contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Additional ANCC credits can be claimed if you register for the following optional afternoon sessions on Friday, February 21 and Saturday, February 22, 2020 (additional fees apply):

FRIDAY: Each of these sessions offer 3.0 ANCC nursing contact hours

  • Bedside Ultrasonography for the Nephrologist: Hands-on Workshop
  • Meet the Experts

SATURDAY: Each of these sessions offer 3.0 ANCC nursing contact hours

  • CRRT Hands-on Workshop
  • Meet the Experts

ABIM Maintenance of Certification (MOC)
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 10.25 medical knowledge MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.

Participation information will be shared with ABIM through PARS.

Other Healthcare Professionals
A certificate of attendance will be provided to other healthcare professionals 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

  • 10.25 ABIM
  • 12.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 12.25 ANCC
  • 12.25 Attendance

Price

Cost:
$674.00
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Cancellation and Refund Policy:

Request for cancellations must be submitted in writing to cme@mayo.edu. When cancelling a registration for a course 14 days or more before the course start date, a full refund (minus a $75 administrative fee) will be issued in the same form of payment the registration was received. No refunds are granted less than 14 days before the course start date.

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