Optional Workshops
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options

Course Directors:
| Stephanie F. Heller, M.D. | Erica A. Loomis, M.D. | Kyle S. Rader, P.A.-C. | Brianna M. Skrukrud, APRN, C.N.P. | Alec J. Williams, APRN, C.N.P., D.N.P. |
April 27 - 30, 2027 - Pasea Hotel & Spa, Huntington Beach, CA
This widely applicable CME symposium focuses on enhancing patient care by providing:
- Evidence-based knowledge and skill development in trauma resuscitation, critical care, and emergency general surgery for physicians and advanced practice providers (NPs and PAs).
- Current guidelines and practice updates across an expanding scope of acute care surgery consults, including oncologic, bariatric, colorectal, breast, and soft tissue and pulmonary emergencies.
- Instruction on emerging technology, including AI-assisted clinical tools, and communication skills such as complex acute care surgery emergencies and pharmacy discussions, applicable to acute surgical decision-making.
- Leadership, feedback, and team-based practice strategies to strengthen advanced practice provider contribution within physician-led acute care and trauma teams.
- Multiple educational formats, including didactic sessions, hands-on breakout workshops (radiology interpretation, advanced wound closure), and case presentations.
| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| Optional Workshop: Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark: An Introduction to Radiology Interpretation | $200 |
| Optional Workshop: Closing the Case - Advanced Wound Closure - Live (in-person) | $200 |
Target Audience
Designed for advanced practice providers including physician assistants and nurse practitioners. In addition, military members, physicians, clinical nurse specialists, nurse educators and nursing staff in trauma, acute care surgery, emergency medicine, and hospital medicine may benefit from this symposium.
Learning Objectives
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
- 6.00 AAPA Category 1
- 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 6.00 ANCC
- 6.00 Attendance
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 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPAMayo 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 6.00 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 activity for a maximum of 6.00 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.
| Course / Day | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| Optional Workshop: Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark: An Introduction to Radiology Interpretation | 3.00 |
| Optional Workshop: Closing the Case - Advanced Wound Closure | 3.00 |
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
- 6.00 AAPA Category 1
- 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 6.00 ANCC
- 6.00 Attendance
Please update your profile to let us know if you have dietary restrictions or access requirements.
To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.
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.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
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