Westgate Resort and Casino where Las Vegas seminars are held
Our Live Pharmacology CME is perfect for medical professionals seeking to learn the latest in drug therapy. Join nurse practitioners, family physicians, physician assistants and pharmacists who have been benefiting from our exceptional pharmacology CME for over 30 years. You will enjoy our small class sizes which encourage back and forth discussion with clinical faculty from medical & pharmacy schools who see patients daily.
This conference provides 15 contact hours of pharmacy CE and (1.5 CEU) of live AAFP/ AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, ACPE and pharmacology CE/ CME credit over two at sea days.
Prefer not to travel or sit in the meeting space? Join us via live stream webcast & earn live CE/CME!
Miss the meeting? You can usually watch recordings made at the live event.
Join us for this pharmacology continuing medical education CME at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, amidst the vibrant nightlife, shows and fine dining of Las Vegas.
Speakers
Jennifer M. Trujillo, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, CDCES, BC-ADM
Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Dr. Trujillo does have disclosures.
Joseph Saseen, Pharm.D., FASHP, FCCP, BCPS, BCAC
Joseph Saseen is Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs and Professor of Clinical Pharmacy and a Professor of Family Medicine. He also served as Vice Chair of the Department of Clinical Pharmacy for 10 years. Dr. Saseen has responsibilities for enhancing the school’s clinical enterprise, further developing sustainable clinical service models, and advocating for advancing the practice of pharmacy in the State of Colorado. His scholarly work includes almost 200 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters.
Educational Sessions
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At the conclusion of this program, the participant will be able to:
1. Review recent updates to the standards of care recommended by the American Diabetes Association. 2. Describe recent clinical evidence for new diabetes medications and their implications for patient care. 3. Evaluate the use of wearable devices (automated insulin delivery systems and continuous glucose monitors) in the management of diabetes.4. Formulate comprehensive management strategies for type 2 diabetes using guideline recommendations, patient characteristics, and glucose data.
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At the conclusion of this program, the participant will be able to:
1. Explain recommendations from the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association guidelines for treatment of patients with hypertension, and heart failure.
2. Review lifestyle modifications that are recommended for the treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disease.
3. Identify how future cardiovascular risk is estimated in primary prevention patients using the Pooled Cohort Equations and PREVENT calculator.
4. Discuss a care plan for patients with resistant hypertension based on the 2018 American Heart Association scientific statement.
5. List guideline recommendations supporting the use of antiplatelet therapy for primary prevention patients.
6. Summarize the evidence-based CV risk reduction benefits of medications used to treat overweight and obese patients.
7. Describe the pillars of therapy for heart failure.
8. Review results from cardiovascular outcome trials evaluating the use of angiotensin–neprilysin inhibition in heart failure with reduced ejection fraction.
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At the conclusion of this program, the participant will be able to:
1. Explain recommendations from the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association guidelines for treatment of patients with hypercholesterolemia, chronic coronary disease, peripheral arterial disease, and atrial fibrillation.
2. Identify the treatment approaches recommended in the 2018 ACC-AHA cholesterol guideline to patients with hypercholesterolemia.
3. List recommendations from the ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway for nonstatins and treatment of hypertriglyceridemia.
4. Describe the evidence and guideline recommendations supporting the use of antiplatelet and antithrombotic therapy for secondary prevention patients.
5. List evidence-based drug therapy recommendations for the management of patients with chronic coronary disease and peripheral arterial disease.
6. Recognize the role of colchicine in the prevention of CV events.
7. Discuss pharmacotherapy used for reducing the risk of stroke and rate and rhythm control in atrial fibrillation.
8. Recall strategies to promote health equity in cardiovascular disease management.
Conference Credit
PHARMACISTS : University Learning Systems is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. These programs are accredited for pharmacists.
| Session |
Contact Hours |
ACPE UAN |
Activity |
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Session 1 |
5 |
0741-0000-24-022-L01-P |
Application |
| Session 2 | 5 | 0741-0000-24-023-L01-P | Application |
| Session 3 | 5 | 0741-0000-24-024-L01-P | Application |
NURSE PRACTITIONERS/ NURSES: This course provides 15 contact hours (1.5 CEU) over three days, 5 hours per day, to fulfill the pharmacotherapeutics/ pharmacology requirements for American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Category 1 Continuing Education Hours for certification renewal. The same hours submitted to renew certification may be submitted to a State Board of Nursing for re-licensure. American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts formally approved continuing education sponsored by organizations accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). .
PHYSICIANS: Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1. CME programs approved by the AAFP are eligible for Category 2 credit (or Category 1-A under special circumstances) through the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS: American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Prescribed credit from AAFP. Physician assistants may report the number of hours stated above of Category I credit for completing this program.
CONSULTANT PHARMACISTS: Some consultant pharmacist boards accept University Learning Systems courses for recertification either as is or with board approval. Please contact your board regarding course approval and ULS with any questions.
CANADIAN PHARMACISTS: Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy (CCCEP) accepts courses accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). This credit is applicable to health professionals who may require pharmacology credit.
CANADIAN PHYSICIANS: Members of the College of Family Physicians of Canada are eligible to receive up to 15 MAINPRO-M1 credits for participation in this activity due to reciprocal agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians.
OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONALS: Contact your respective board regarding approval
Conference Registration
| Option |
3 Day Fee |
2 Day Fee |
1 Day Fee |
| Live Stream | $550 | $398 | $199 |
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Advanced Registration Staying at the Westgate
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$699 | $599 | $499 |
| Regular Registration Staying at Hyatt | $750 | $650 | $550 |
| Advanced Registration NOT Staying at Hyatt | $899 | $799 | $699 |
| Regular Registration NOT Staying at Hyatt | $950 | $850 | $850 |
In Person Conference Registration: Conference registration includes workshop attendance, handouts, breakfast or refreshments during the meetings and documentation of continuing education credit. Spouses, family and friends are welcome and do not need to register unless they attend the educational sessions. Special seminar fees are available for non-professional accompanying persons who wish to attend one or more session (no special receipt, certification or credit issued).
Live Stream Webcast Registration: Includes live conference streaming, access to online course materials and documentation of continuing education credit.
Zoom Requires: An internet connection – broadband wired or wireless (3G or 4G/LTE) For More info: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/ articles/201362023-Zoom-system-requirements-Windows-macOS-Linux
Requirements For Credit: Credit is dependent on verification of conference attendance by on-time check-in at each session and ULS receipt of completed evaluations. Credit is determined based on actual attendance on a per session basis, no partial credit is awarded.
Pharmacists: Please ensure that we have your NABP# and date of birth on file. ACPE does not allow us to provide you with paper statements of credit.
Statements of Credit: Should you need a paper statement of credit, you can access that information via CPE Monitor. All other professionals: An applicable paper Statement of Credit will be issued upon receipt of your post-conference paperwork.
Requirements For Credit: Credit is dependent on verification of conference attendance by on-time check-in at each session and ULS receipt of completed evaluations. Credit is determined based on actual attendance on a per session basis, no partial credit is awarded.
Note: Approximately one 15 minute break per 2.5 hours. Credited hours do not include breaks.
Hotel Information
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Room Type Signature Rooms |
Rate Tues-Friday $119 |
| Venue |
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino |
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Hotel Web Page |
https://tinyurl.com/knvphah |
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Online Reservations |
https://book.passkey.com/go/SGULS4 |
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Phone Reservations |
1-800-635-7711 |
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ULS Group Code |
SGULS4 |
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ULS Group Expiration Date |
August 17, 2024 |
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Hotel Taxes |
13.38% |
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Discounted Resort Fee |
$25.00/night |
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Parking Fee |
Free self-parking |
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ULS Group Rates |
Hotel Rooms and Rates based on Availability and double occupancy. Rooms may sell out as conference date approaches. |
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Check In / Check Out |
3:00 pm / 11:00 am |
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Attrition Surcharge (If not staying at the hotel, NA for local residents.) |
$200.00 |
RESORT FEE
The Resort Fee has been reduced to $25.00 (plus 13.38% tax) per room, per day, and will be added to the room rate. The Resort Fee provides guests with several of the most commonly requested additional services in one package price without being charged several individual fees. The items included in the fee are:
Wireless Internet access for three devices (excluding the convention area)
Fitness Center access for up to two adults
Use of in-room safe
Local and toll-free domestic (800) calls
Complimentary parking
Complimentary shuttle bus service to the “Las Vegas Strip” and Downtown Las Vegas
CHECK IN / CHECK OUT TIMES
The HOTEL’s check-in time is 3:00 PM. Check out time is 11:00 AM. All guests arriving before 3:00 P.M. will be accommodated as rooms become available. The HOTEL’s bell captain can arrange to check baggage for guests arriving early if rooms are unavailable and for guests attending functions on departure day. Photo identification will be required upon check in.
Attrition Surcharge
If you don't make reservations and stay at the hotel where University Learning Systems has reserved a block of rooms, you must add the attrition surcharge to the conference fee. Staying at hotel with an offer other than the ULS Group Code such as through a third party booking, still requires payment of the Attrition Surcharge.
2023/2024 Hotel Attrition Surcharge: $200
ULS will verify all rooming/cabin information with the hotel /travel agent and the hotel /travel agent has the right to release pertinent information to ULS for all attendees. No credit will be reported until the Attrition Surcharge is satisfied.
We apologize for any inconvenience. Unfortunately we have recently experienced a rash of attendees not utilizing the ULS designated hotel or travel agent causing ULS to incur significant penalties.
Hotel Amenities & Local Attractions
Variety of suites and onsite amenities.
Onsite Las Vegas Monorail & Westgate Shuttle providing easy access to other Las Vegas attractions.
World's Largest Race & Sports Book.
Extensive dining options, including The Edge Steakhouse and the world-famous Benihana.
Newly opened Serenity Spa.
Conference Location
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino 3000 Paradise Road Las Vegas, NV 89109 702-732-5111 Map Group Reservations Local Transportation
McCarran International Airport (LAS) is located 3.5 miles from Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.
Taxi/Cab stands located outside of the airport.
Area shuttle services Airline Shuttle, MWTravel Vegas and Bell Trans.
National rental car agencies located at the airport, use this link for more information.
Enjoy the convenience of the Las Vegas Monorail with a stop located at the Westgate Las Vegas