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2 Relax in a great location knowing your CME is bias-free. As the medical community debates the future of CME, MER continues its 25 year tradition of offering commercial support-free education by providing: Clinically-oriented Programs for Primary Care Physicians, PAs, NPs, & RNs which emphasize diagnosis and treatment of medical problems commonly seen in a general diversified practice Maximum interaction with distinguished faculty selected for their expertise and teaching abilities Credit provided to satisfy AMA, AOA, AAFP, ANA, AAPA, & ACEP reporting needs More than 60 convenient weekend programs in over 50 exciting locations throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico & the Caribbean Savings from tax-deductible educational expenses and group discounts A non-biased educational experience not supported by commercial funding Guaranteed satisfaction from a trusted provider of CME for more than 25 years 2010 JAN MEDICAL EDUCATION RESOURCES SERIES I SERIES II SERIES III SERIES IV INTERNAL MEDICINE ISSUES IN CARDIO/PULMONARY NEUROLOGY FOR PRIMARY CARE WOMEN S HEALTH FOR PRIMARY CARE FOR THE PHYSICIANS PHYSICIANS NON-NEUROLOGIST FEB BRECKENRIDGE, CO ORLANDO, FL ST THOMAS, USVI CANCUN, MEXICO MAR SCOTTSDALE, AZ LOS CABOS, MEXICO GRAND CAYMAN, BWI* LAS VEGAS, NV /28-4/1 5-7 APR ORLANDO, FL ARUBA /29-5/1 MAY COSTA RICA ASHEVILLE, NC HILTON HEAD, SC JUN LAS VEGAS, NV ORLANDO, FL JULY LAS VEGAS, NV CAPE COD, MA YOSEMITE, CA AUG BANFF, CANADA LAS VEGAS, NV SEP ORLANDO, FL SAN ANTONIO, TX LAS VEGAS, NV OCT ORLANDO, FL SCOTTSDALE, AZ MAUI, HI*

3 Extended Conferences Dermatology for the Non-Dermatologist (See page 15) Cardio/Pulmonary for Primary Care Physicians (See page 16) Special New Fall Extended Conference Neurology for the Non-Neurologist (See page 17) 2010 Special Conferences Office Orthopedics for Primary Care Physicians (See page 12) Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Medicine for Primary Care Physicians (See page 13) Infectious Disease Medicine for Primary Care Physicians (See page 14) SEMINAR SCHEDULE SERIES V SERIES VI SERIES VII DERMATOLOGY CLINICAL ENDOCRIN- GERIATRIC MEDICINE SPECIAL FOR THE OLOGY FOR PRIMARY FOR PRIMARY CONFERENCES NON-DERMATOLOGIST CARE PHYSICIANS CARE PHYSICIANS VAIL, CO LAS VEGAS, NV KEY WEST, FL NASSAU, BAHAMAS MAUI, HI* ORLANDO, FL SCOTTSDALE, AZ LAS VEGAS, NV KEY WEST, FL OFFICE ORTHOPEDICS FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS ST JOHN, USVI 8-10 MARCO ISLAND, FL LAS VEGAS, NV SAN FRANCISCO, CA RHEUMATOLOGY AND MUSCULOSKELETAL MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS SEATTLE, WA MACKINAC ISLAND, MI SAN DIEGO, CA INFECTIOUS DISEASE MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS JACKSON HOLE, WY 9-11 ORLANDO, FL NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA SAN DIEGO, CA BRANSON, MO LAS VEGAS, NV MACKINAC ISLAND, MI OFFICE ORTHOPEDICS FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS NEW YORK, NY *EXTENDED PROGRAMS

4 P R O G R A M A C C R E D I T A T I O N American Medical Association Physician Accreditation Medical Education Resources is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Credit Designation Medical Education Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of 11 AMA PRA Category 1 credits. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. American Academy of Family Physicians These activities have been reviewed and are acceptable for up to 11 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians. American College of Emergency Physicians Approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians for a maximum of 11 hours of A.C.E.P. Category I credit. 1 American Osteopathic Association These programs are approved for 11 hours in Category 2-A by the American Osteopathic Association. American Nurses Association Medical Education Resources is an approved provider of continuing education by the Colorado Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center s Commission on Accreditation. This CE activity provides 11 contact hours. Provider approval expires July 31, Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 12299, for 11 contact hours. American Academy of Physician Assistants AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Category I credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 11 hours of Category I credit for completing this program. 1 Note: Series II and V are not approved for A.C.E.P. credit. Series I and III are approved for 7.75 credits, Series VI and Rheumatology are approved for 8 credits, Series VII and Orthopedics are approved for 8.75 credits, Series IV is approved for A.C.E.P. credits. Credit Hours Vary for Extended Conferences. 4 THE SPONSOR Medical Education Resources (MER) is a nonprofit, multi-accredited, medical education company with more than 25 years of experience in providing CME activities. Over 150,000 physicians and allied health personnel have participated in our activities. Our CME committee, staff, and the faculty are dedicated to ensuring your satisfaction with our educational programs. TARGET AUDIENCE These programs are intended for primary care physicians with general diversified practices and for PAs, NPs, & RNs involved in these medical areas. PROGRAM POLICIES Please contact MER for specific program curriculums, participating faculty, and accommodations. Within 24 hours of receipt of your inquiry or registration, complete program information and/or confirmation of your registration will be sent to you. Course material is provided at the seminar. Payment must accompany registrations to be confirmed. We cannot confirm your program registration until payment is received. A fee of $50 is charged for cancellations received prior to the course. No refund is made for cancellations not received prior to the course. These charges are credited towards future course registrations. DUE TO THE POPULARITY OF THESE PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES, WE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO GUARANTEE REGISTRATION AND ACCOMMODATIONS WITHIN 30 DAYS OF A CONFERENCE. PLEASE REGISTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. PROGRAM FORMATS The seminars consist of three half-day morning sessions on Friday-Sunday, or on Thursday-Saturday (when outside the U.S.). Ski seminars have different formats please call for details. Continental breakfast is provided each meeting day. DISCLOSURE POLICY It is the policy of Medical Education Resources (MER) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. In accordance with this policy, MER identifies conflicts of interest with its instructors, content managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of an activity. Conflicts are resolved by MER to ensure that all scientific research referred to, reported, or used in a CME activity conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection and analysis.

5 S E R I E S I INTERNAL MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS PROGRAM Day One (8:00 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.) Barrett s Esophagus and Adenocarcinoma of the Esophagus Colonoscopic Colorectal Cancer: Screeing & Surveillance Diabetes Mellitus Type 2: Updates on Pathophysiology and Treatment Day Two (8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) Osteoporosis: Recent Developments Assessment of Cognitive Impairment Evaluating Weakness Idiopathic Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Day Three (8:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.) Movement Disorders 101 Educational Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to: 1) Explain diagnostic guidelines and medical, endoscopic, and surgical management for Barrett s esophagus disease and adenocarcinoma of the esophagus. 2) Identify which tests are reasonable in patients with chronic diarrhea and management options for idiopathic diarrhea. 3) Explain the importance of sub-clinical hypothyroidism. 4) Assess cognitive impairment. 5) Discuss current therapeutic options in patients with Alzheimer s Disease, other cognitive impairments, and various movement disorders. Disney World Orlando, FL DATES & LOCATIONS 2010 FEBRUARY BRECKENRIDGE, CO Beaver Run Resort $264 hotel $302 deluxe studio $438 1 bedroom condo $724 2 bedroom condo MARCH SCOTTSDALE, AZ Fairmont Princess $299 per night MAY COSTA RICA JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort $215 garden $275 deluxe ocean front JULY LAS VEGAS, NV Wynn $179 per night SEPTEMBER ORLANDO, FL Disney s Yacht & Beach Club $219 per night Breckenridge, CO 5 Las Vegas, NV

6 S E R I E S I I ISSUES IN WOMEN S HEALTH PROGRAM Day One (8:00 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.) Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Menopausal Transition and Hormonal Replacement Therapy Osteoporosis Managing Obesity Day Two (8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) Thyroid Disorders in Women Depression in Women Other Psychiatric Disorders Management of Abnormal Pap Smears Management of High Risk HPV Day Three (8:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.) Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Educational Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to: 1) Identify and manage common symptoms of depression and other psychiatric disorders in women. 2) Describe the management and treatment of abnormal pap smears and HPV. 3) Explain the process of menopausal transition (climacteric) and describe the potential risks/benefits of HRT options, especially in relation to breast cancer and cardiovascular disease. 4) Identify current strategies for managing osteoporosis and thyroid disorders. 5) Describe the latest approaches to managing obese patients. 6) Distinguish between ovulatory and anovulatory uterine bleeding, other menstrual abnormalities and select appropriate treatment options. Sea Crest Resort Cape Cod, MA DATES & LOCATIONS 2010 FEBRUARY ORLANDO, FL Disney s Boardwalk Resort $259 per night MARCH 4-6 LOS CABOS, MEXICO Grand Los Cabos Resort $270 per night JUNE 4-6 LAS VEGAS, NV Mirage $105 weekdays $155 Fri & Sat JULY CAPE COD, MA Sea Crest Resort $236 per night AUGUST BANFF, CANADA* Rimrock Resort $329 superior $339 deluxe $359 premium SEPTEMBER SAN ANTONIO, TX Marriott Riverwalk $199 per night OCTOBER ORLANDO, FL Disney s Boardwalk Resort $271 per night *Canadian Currency San Antonio, TX Cabo San Lucas, Mexico 6

7 S E R I E S I I I CARDIO/PULMONARY FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS PROGRAM Day One Asthma (8:00 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.) Controversies in the Treatment of Common Respiratory Infections Workup of Patients with Suspected CAD: Which Tests for Which Patients Acute Coronary Syndromes: Initial Workup and Treatment Case Studies: (cardiology) Day Two (8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) Arrhythmia Management for the Primary Care Physician Hypertension Update Congestive Heart Failure Everything You Need To Know About COPD Case Studies: (pulmonary) Day Three (8:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.) Primary and Secondary Prevention of CAD Case Studies: (cardiology) Educational Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to: 1) Describe the current therapeutic management of COPD and other respiratory infections. 2) Discuss up-to-date therapeutic approaches in managing asthma. 3) Explain current concepts in the diagnosis of CAD and acute coronary syndrome, the management of hypertension and congestive heart failure. Disney World Orlando, FL DATES & LOCATIONS 2010 FEBRUARY 4-6 ST. THOMAS, USVI Marriott Frenchman s Reef $314 resort $370 water view MARCH 28-APRIL 1 GRAND CAYMAN, BWI* Westin Casuarina Resort $368 per night APRIL ORLANDO, FL Disney s Yacht & Beach Club $259 per night MAY ASHEVILLE, NC Grove Park Inn $299 per night AUGUST LAS VEGAS, NV Wynn $179 per night OCTOBER SCOTTSDALE, AZ Fairmont Princess $259 standard $399 Casita Signature $359 Fairmont Gold $439 Casita Suite *Extended Conference Asheville, NC 7 Grand Cayman, BWI Grand Cayman Bureau of Tourism

8 S E R I E S I V NEUROLOGY FOR THE NON-NEUROLOGIST PROGRAM Day One (8:00 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.) The Neurological Exam Evaluating Weakness Evaluating the Patient with Back Pain Epilepsy and Paroxysmal Disorders Treatment of Epilepsy and Status Epilepticus Day Two (8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) Sleep Disorders Alzheimer s Disease & Other Dementias Parkinson s Disease & Other Movement Disorders Prevention of Cerebrovascular Disorders Management of Cerebrovascular Disorders Day Three (8:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.) Headaches and Migraines Vascular and Non-vascular Assessing Dizziness and Vertigo Educational Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to: 1) Explain the differential diagnosis of seizures and the clinical pharmacology of antiepileptic drugs. 2) Distinguish dementia from delirium, as well as recognizing the neurologic changes of normal aging. 3) Discuss developments in stroke management and technology. 4) Identify and treat the patient with lower back pain. 5) Assess and manage vascular and non-vascular headaches and migraines. Las Vegas, NV DATES & LOCATIONS 2010 FEBRUARY CANCUN, MEXICO Grand Coral Beach Resort $280 per night MARCH 5-7 LAS VEGAS, NV Mirage $145 per night APRIL 29-MAY 1 ARUBA Marriott Resort $229 per night MAY HILTON HEAD, SC Crowne Plaza Beach Resort $179 per night JUNE ORLANDO, FL The Swan $199 per night JULY 9-11 YOSEMITE, CA Tenaya Lodge $285 per night SEPTEMBER LAS VEGAS, NV The Bellagio $269 per night OCTOBER MAUI, HI* Westin Resort $195 run of house $225 run of ocean *Extended Conference 8 Yosemite, CA Grand Coral Beach Resort Cancun, Mexico

9 S E R I E S V DERMATOLOGY FOR THE NON-DERMATOLOGIST PROGRAM Day One (8:00 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.) Superficial Fungal and Bacterial Infections Papulosquamous Diseases Viral Infections Skin Manifestations of Systemic Disease Day Two (8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) Common Skin Cancers Dermatitis Benign Tumors Day Three (8:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.) Acne and Acneiform Eruptions Skin Surgery for the Primary Care Physician Educational Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to: 1) List therapies for superficial fungal infections. 2) Review common bacterial infections and prescribe effective treatment. 3) Distinguish among various scaly rashes. 4) Identify various viral infections. 5) Describe pre-cancerous skin lesions. San Francisco, CA Scottsdale, AZ DATES & LOCATIONS 2010 JANUARY VAIL, CO Vail Plaza Hotel & Club $299 per night FEBRUARY LAS VEGAS, NV Mirage $145 per night MARCH MAUI, HI* Westin Maui $295 ROH $325 ocean view APRIL SCOTTSDALE, AZ Hyatt Regency $303 per night MAY MARCO ISLAND, FL Marriott Resort $309 per night JUNE SAN FRANCISCO, CA Hyatt at Fisherman s Wharf $170 per night JULY MACKINAC ISLAND, MI The Grand Hotel $390 cat I** $470 cat II** $600 cat III** AUGUST 6-8 ORLANDO, FL The Swan SEPTEMBER SAN DIEGO, CA Hilton Resort & Spa $179 standard $219 bay view *Extended Conference **MAP for 2 people 9 Grand Cayman, BWI Grand Cayman Bureau of Tourism

10 S E R I E S V I CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS PROGRAM Day One (8:00 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.) Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Disorders of Calcium Metabolism Management of Hyperlipidemia Day Two (8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) Disorders of Thyroid Function Obesity Management Update Metabolic Bone Disease Day Three (8:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.) Thyroid Nodules Educational Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to: 1) Explain the steps for managing osteoporosis and other calcium-related disorders. 2) Identify appropriate therapies for treating Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. 3) Discuss the clinical approaches to cholesterol and lipid disorders management. 4) Evaluate newer therapies for managing obesity. 5) Describe modern approaches to functional thyroid disorders and thyroid nodules. Casa Marina Key West, FL DATES & LOCATIONS 2010 FEBRUARY 5-7 KEY WEST, FL Casa Marina Resort $289 island $309 ocean view MARCH ORLANDO, FL Disney s Boardwalk $281 per night APRIL 9-11 LAS VEGAS, NV Mirage $135 wkdy/$165 Fri-Sat JULY SAN DIEGO, CA Hilton Resort & Spa $209 per night $249 bay view AUGUST 5-7 NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA* Hilton Hotel $189 city $239 falls view SEPTEMBER BRANSON, MO Chateau on the Lake Resort $154 deluxe per night OCTOBER LAS VEGAS, NV Mirage $155 weekdays $185 Sat & Sun $235 tower deluxe (all days) *Canadian Currency Branson, MO 10 Niagara Falls Canada

11 S E R I E S V I I GERIATRIC MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS PROGRAM Day One (8:00 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.) Approach to the Geriatric Patient Depression in the Older Adult Assessing and Managing Urological Disorders Addressing Cardiovascular Problems Day Two (8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) Vascular Problems Common Musculoskeletal Problems Geriatric Gait Disorders and Falls Diagnosis and Management of the Patient with Dementia or Alzheimer s Disease Day Three (8:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.) Pain Management Educational Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to: 1) Discuss the essentials of diagnosing and managing Mild Cognitive Impairment, Dementia, and Alzheimer s Disease. 2) Discuss cardiovascular, vascular, and urological problems. 3) Describe a functional assessment of the elderly patient. 4) Explain quality of life issues, including depression and alcoholism. 5) Diagnose and manage various rheumatologic and muscleoskeletal problems. 6) Review the role of pain management. DATES & LOCATIONS 2010 FEBRUARY NASSAU, BAHAMAS Atlantis Paradise Resort $325 coral $370 royal APRIL KEY WEST, FL Casa Marina Resort $279 island $299 ocean vista MAY LAS VEGAS, NV Caesars Palace $169 per night OCTOBER MACKINAC ISLAND, MI Grand Hotel $390 cat I* $470 cat II* $600 cat III* *MAP for 2 people Atlantis Paradise Resort Bahamas Las Vegas, NV 11 Mackinac Island, MI

12 S P E C I A L C O N F E R E N C E S OFFICE ORTHOPEDICS FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS Westin Resort St. John, US Virgin Islands April 8-10, 2010 Westin Times Square New York, NY October 8-10, 2010 Educational Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to: Explain common office orthopedic problems Describe the anatomy and function of the shoulder and knee joints Evaluate the basics and common pitfalls of orthopedic x-ray interpretation for shoulder and knee imaging Describe how and when to utilize joint aspiration and injection for the shoulder and knee joints Diagnose and treat common elbow problems St. John, USVI New York, NY 12 Day One 7:30-8:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:00-10:00 am Shoulder Rotator cuff syndrome; impingement, frozen shoulder; subacromail bursitis; bicipital tendonitis; A-C joint disease 10:15-12:15 pm Upper Extremities Dislocation; differential diagnosis of associated neck problems and referred pain, joint injection/x-ray views and interpretation, indications for MRI Day Two 7:30-8:00 am Registration /Continental Breakfast 8:00-10:00 am Elbow Tennis and golfer s elbow, nursemaid s elbow, olecranon bursitis, supracondylar fractures, joint injection/x-ray interpretation 10:15-12:15 pm Knee Anatomy Evaluation and Treatment of Anterior Knee Pain ACL, meniscus, MRI; common sports injuries; osteoarthritis and hyaluronan; bursitis: prepatellar, pesanserine; baker s cyst; joint injection/x-ray interpretation; pediatrics Day Three 7:30-8:00 am Registration /Continental Breakfast 8:00-10:00 am Shoulder Examination and Injection Workshop Small-group workshops. Please wear tank tops so shoulders are exposed 10:15-11:15 am Knee Examination, Injection and Aspiration Workshop Small-group workshops. Please wear loose gym shorts 11:15 am Conference Adjourns Registration Fees: Physicians: $595; Residents & Others: $525 Room Rates: St. John, USVI: $399 per night; New York, NY: $319 traditional, $369 deluxe, $429 executive

13 S P E C I A L C O N F E R E N C E S RHEUMATOLOGY AND MUSCULOSKELETAL MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS Westin Seattle, Washington June 18-20, 2010 Educational Objectives Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to: Explain the difference between Inflammatory and Non-inflammatory joint pain and the differential diagnosis of each category Describe the technique of joint aspiration and injection and synovial fluid analysis Perform a musculoskeletal examination Evaluate and treat osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, spinal pain, regional pain syndromes and osteoporosis Describe the up-to-date options for pharmacologic management of arthritis Seattle, WA Day One 8:00-8:45 am Evaluating the Patient with Joint Pain 8:45-9:30 am Physical Examination of Joints and Soft Tissue and Diagnosis of Regional Pain Syndromes 9:30-9:40 am Coffee Break 9:40-10:30 am Differential Diagnosis of Inflammatory Arthritis 10:30-11:00 am Update in Pharmacology for Arthritis 11:25-12:30 pm Workshop: Hands on Joint and Soft Tissue Examination 12:30 pm Session Adjourns Day Two 8:00-8:45 am Osteoarthritis 8:45-9:15 am Crystal Disease: Gout and Pseudogout 9:15-9:25 am Coffee Break 9:25-10:00 am Spinal Pain 10:00-11:00 am Osteoporosis 11:00-11:30 pm Joint Injection Technique 11:30-12:30 pm Workshop: Joint Aspiration and Injection Technique 12:30 pm Session Adjourns Day Three 8:00-9:00 am Fibromyalgia 9:00-10:15 am Case Presentations 10:15 am Conference Adjourns 13 Registration Fees: Physicians: $595; Residents & Others: $525 Room Rates: Seattle, WA: $225 per night

14 S P E C I A L C O N F E R E N C E S INFECTIOUS DISEASE MEDICINE FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS Snake River Lodge and Spa, Jackson Hole, WY July 9-11, 2010 Educational Objectives This program provides primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and registered nurses with an update of infectious disease problems commonly seen in a general diversified practice. Upon completion of this program, participants should be able to: Discuss the most important approaches to the febrile patient with potentially lifethreatening diseases in both hospital and clinic associated settings Diagnose and manage important infectious disease syndromes in a range of organ-based systems (respiratory, gastrointestinal, skin & soft-tissue) Identify the 2010 updates for 1) immunizations & 2) sexually transmitted disease management Review the role of the clinician in bioterrorism events and travel-associated infections Describe important strategies for the evaluation of infections in immunocompromised hosts Jackson Hole, WY Day One 7:00-8:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:00-8:10 am Welcome and Program Overview 8:10-9:00 am The Astute Clinician Meets the Febrile Patient 9:00-9:50 am Diagnosis and Management of Respiratory Infections 9:50-10:00 am Coffee Break 10:00-10:50 am Evaluation of Acute Diarrhea 10:50-11:40 am Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Update :40-12:40 pm Case Presentations Life-Threatening Syndromes and the Septic Patient 12:40 pm Session Adjourns Day Two 7:00-8:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:00-8:50 am Immunizations - Update :50-9:40 am Bioterrorism and the Front-line Clinician 9:40-9:50 am Coffee Break 9:50-10:40 am Travel Associated Infections 10:40-11:30 am Health Care Acquired Infections 11:30-12:30 pm Case Presentations Infectious Disease Syndromes in the Special Host 12:30 pm Session Adjourns 14 Day Three 7:00-8:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:00-8:50 am Shoulder Examination and Injection Workshop 8:50-10:00 am Coffee Break 10:00-10:15 am Knee Examination, Injection and Aspiration Workshop 10:15 am Conference Adjourns Topics and agenda subject to change upon final input from Course Director Registration Fees: Physicians: $595; Residents & Others: $525 Room Rate: Jackson Hole, Wy: $249 per night

15 E X T E N D E D C O N F E R E N C E S DERMATOLOGY FOR THE NON-DERMATOLOGIST Maui, Hawaii Maui Westin Resort March 21-25, 2010 This special annual conference is an expanded curriculum of our current series Early reservations are recommended as this Spring Break conference always sells out Registration fee: Physicians $795: Residents & others $ credit hours offered Room cost at the Westin Maui is $295 (run of house) & $325 (ocean view) Educational Objectives Contact MER for information Saturday, March 20 Arrival Sunday, March 21 3:30-4:00 pm Registration 4:00-4:10 pm Program Overview 4:10-5:10 pm Dermatitis 5:10-6:15 pm Bacterial Infections 6:15 pm Session Adjourns Monday, March 22 7:30-8:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:00-9:00 am Bacterial Infections 9:00-10:00 am Acne and Acneiform Eruptions 10:15-11:15 am Fungal Infections 11:15-12:15 pm Case Presentations #1 12:15 pm Session Adjourns Tuesday, March 23 7:30-8:00 am Continental Breakfast 8:00-9:00 am Benign Tumors 9:00-10:00 am Premalignant and Malignant Skin Tumors 10:15-11:15 am Skin Manifestations of Systemic Disease 11:15-12:15 pm Case Presentations #2 12:15 pm Session Adjourns Wednesday, March 24 7:30-8:00 am Continental Breakfast 8:00-8:30 am Viral Infections 8:30-9:30 am Principles of Topical Therapy 9:30-10:00 am Prevention of Skin Cancer and Aging 10:15-11:15 am Skin Surgery for Primary Care Physicians 11:15-12:15 pm Case Presentations #3 12:15 pm Session Adjourns Thursday, March 25 7:30-8:00 am Continental Breakfast 8:00-9:00 am Cutaneous Drug Eruptions 9:00-9:15 am Coffee Break 9:15-10:15 am Parasitic Infections of the Skin 10:15-11:15 am Case Presentations #4 11:15 am Seminar Adjourns Friday, March 26 Departure Agenda subject to change upon final input from Course Director 15 Please contact MER for information on these extended conferences Toll Free:

16 E X T E N D E D C O N F E R E N C E S CARDIO/PULMONARY FOR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS Grand Cayman Westin Resort March 28-April 1, 2010 This special annual conference is an expanded curriculum of our current series Early reservations are recommended as this Spring Break conference always sells out Registration fee: Physician $795: Residents & others $ credit hours offered Room cost at the Westin is $368 per night Educational Objectives Contact MER for information 16 Saturday, March 27 Arrival Sunday, March 28 3:30-4:00 pm Registration and Sign-In 4:00-4:10 pm Welcome and Program Overview 4:10-5:10 pm Workup of Patients with Suspected CAD: Which Tests for Which Patients 5:10-6:15 pm Cardiovascular Disease in Women: Prevention, Diagnosis & Treatment 6:15 pm Session Adjourns Monday, March 29 8:00-9:00 am Hypertension Update 9:00-10:00 am Congestive Heart Failure 10:15-11:15 am Arrhythmia Management for the Primary Care Physician 11:15-12:30 pm Case Presentations-Cardiology Faculty #1 12:30 pm Session Adjourns Tuesday, March 30 8:00-9:00 am Primary and Secondary Prevention of CAD 9:00-10:00 am Case Presentations-Cardiology Faculty #2 10:15-11:15 am Pulmonary Function Testing 11:15-12:15 pm Management of Asthma 12:15 pm Session Adjourns Wednesday, March 31 8:00-9:00 am Everything You Need To Know About COPD 9:00-10:00 am Case Presentations-Pulmonary Faculty #3 10:15-11:15 am Controversies in the Treatment of Common Respiratory Infections 11:15-12:30 pm Breathing Disorders of Sleep 12:30 pm Session Adjourns Thursday, April 1 8:00-9:00 am Update On Pulmonary Venothromboembolism 9:00-10:00 am Case Presentations-Pulmonary Faculty #4 10:00-10:15 am Closing Comments & Course Evaluations 12:15 pm Seminar Adjourns Friday, April 2 Departure Agenda subject to change upon final input from Course Director Please contact MER for information on these extended conferences Toll Free: Photo Courtesy of Grand Cayman Bureau of Tourism

17 E X T E N D E D C O N F E R E N C E S NEUROLOGY FOR THE NON-NEUROLOGIST Maui, HI Westin Resort October 10-14, 2010 This special annual conference is an expanded curriculum of our current series Early reservations are recommended before this Fall Break conference sells out Registration fee: Physician $795: Residents & others $ credit hours offered Room costs at the Westin are $195 Run of House, $225 Run of Ocean Educational Objectives Contact MER for information Saturday, October 9 Arrival Sunday, October 10 3:15-4:00 pm Registration and Sign-In 4:00-4:10 pm Program Overview 4:10-5:10 pm The Neurological Exam 5:10-6:15 pm Sleep Disorders 6:15 pm Session Adjourns Monday, October 11 8:00-9:00 am Evaluating Weakness 9:00-10:00 am Alzheimer s Disease & Other Dementias 10:15-11:15 am Epilepsy, Paroxysmal Disorders, Treatment, and Status Epilepticus 11:15-12:15 pm Case Presentations 12:15 pm Session Adjourns Tuesday, October 12 8:00-9:00 am Approach to Peripheral Neuropathy & Pain Management 9:00-10:00 am Neurodiagnostic Tests: What You Should Know 10:15-11:15 am Parkinson's Disease & Other Movement Disorders 11:15-12:15 pm Case Presentation 12:15 pm Session Adjourns Wednesday, October 13 8:00-9:00 am Assessing Dizziness and Vertigo 9:00-10:00 am Headaches and Migraines Vascular & Non-vascular 10:15-11:15 am Diagnosis and Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis 11:15-12:15 pm Case Presentations 12:15 pm Session Adjourns Thursday, October 14 8:00-9:00 am Prevention of Cerebrovascular Disorders 9:00-9:45 am Management of Cerebrovascular Disorders 9:45-10:00 am Coffee Break 10:00-10:45 am Case Presentations 10:45-11:00 am Closing Comments & Course Evaluations 11:00 am Seminar Adjourns Friday, October 15 Departure Agenda subject to change upon final input from Course Director 17 Please contact MER for information on these extended conferences Toll Free:

18 ACCOMMODATIONS Group room rates are on a per room basis and are usually available up to two days prior and after the seminar. Once our room block is filled, rooms are on a space available basis and rates are subject to change. Early reservations are recommended to ensure accommodations at these popular facilities. Group rates shown do not include tax. Please contact MER to receive specific cancellation policies and other hotel information. AIRFARES Travel agency services are available through Options Travel which may be contacted toll free: , by fax at , or by at mer@optionstravel.com. There is a per ticket processing fee. Please indicate which seminar you are attending. TO REQUEST INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER FOR A COURSE: BY PHONE Call toll free or (303) :00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. MST Voice mail 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 a.m and weekends REGISTRATION FEES Residents & Other Health CONFERENCES Physicians Professionals BY MAIL Complete form and mail to: Medical Education Resources 1500 W. Canal Ct. Bldg. B Littleton, CO Series I - VII $495 $ Extended Grand Cayman $795 $ Extended Maui $795 $ Special Orthopedic Course $595 $ Special Rheumatology $595 $ Special Infectious Disease $595 $525 BY FAX Complete form and fax to: Our fax line is open 24 hours, 7 days a week 18 Conference registrations must be accompanied by payment. We cannot confirm your course registration until payment is received. SPECIAL ASSISTANCE MER's policy is to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If special arrangements are necessary for an individual with a disability to attend a conference, please contact Kellie Ciotti at VISIT OUR WEB SITE info@mer.org

19 P R O G R A M R E Q U E S T PLEASE PRINT Send information or Register me for the following conference: Seminar Date Seminar Location Registrant s Name Degree Specialty Institution Address City State Zip Telephone No. Fax No. PLEASE COMPLETE FORM, TEAR OFF, FAX OR MAIL IN AN ENVELOPE PAYMENT RESIDENTS & OTHER CONFERENCES PHYSICIANS HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 1. Series I - VII $495 $ Extended Grand Cayman $795 $ Extended Maui $795 $ Special Orthopedic Course $595 $ Special Rheumatology Course $595 $ Special Infectious Disease $595 $525 To be confirmed, registration must be accompanied by payment. Payment is enclosed (check payable to: Medical Education Resources). Bill my: MasterCard Visa Discover Amount $ Account Number: Card Expiration Date Signature HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS Please reserve a room at the hotel hosting the seminar. No. of Adults No. of children & ages ( <17 years old) No. of Beds 2 Beds 1 Bed Arriving Date Departing Date 19 Please use the credit card number above for my room deposit. Rooms are not held without a room deposit. MER 0110

20 MEDICAL EDUCATION RESOURCES 1500 West Canal Court, Bldg. B Littleton, CO NON PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID DENVER, CO PERMIT NO. 1205