Upcoming in
Urgent Care Symposium – Las Vegas
Looking to optimize your urgent care skills? Invest in your training!Join CME4Life for an exciting and comprehensive urgent care workshop designed specifically for PAs and NPs like you!
Our interactive urgent care symposium will cover everything you need to know about providing high-quality care in an urgent care setting and staying out of trouble.
From the latest evidence-based medicine to thinking protocols and mnemonics, we’ll provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to feel confident and competent in your urgent care practice.
John Bielinski, PA-C, will guide you through real-world scenarios, helping you develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary to provide the best care possible for your patients. You will learn innovative learning systems designed for measurable changes in your practice, as well as medical malpractice defense and medical error reduction.
You’ll also have the opportunity to network with other PAs and NPs in the field and learn from their experiences and perspectives.
We understand the importance of staying up to date on the latest medical trends and pharmacology, which is why our urgent care symposium includes the latest evidence-based practices and treatments. You’ll leave the urgent care symposium with practical, actionable insights you can apply immediately in your urgent care practice.
Whether you’re a seasoned urgent care provider or just starting out, this workshop is for you. We believe that by investing in your own professional development, you’re investing in the health and well-being of your patients.
When you’re attending the conference at the Rio Hotel & Casino, you’re not just steps from the meeting space — you’re steps from world-class dining, iconic Vegas entertainment, and panoramic views of the legendary Las Vegas Strip. Located just off-Strip, the Rio gives you instant access to everything Vegas is known for with the convenience of an all-in-one resort experience.
Whether you want to unwind after a full day of learning or explore the city before sessions begin, the Rio is the perfect place to mix education, excitement, and classic Las Vegas energy.
• Minutes from the Las Vegas Strip
Enjoy quick access to premier casinos, nightlife, shopping, and entertainment — all just a short ride or walk from the resort.
• Newly transformed rooms with sweeping views
Relax in spacious, modern accommodations featuring incredible views of the Strip and surrounding mountains.
• Endless dining options
From celebrity-chef restaurants to casual bites, the Rio offers a wide range of cuisine to fuel your conference days and elevate your nights.
• On-site entertainment and casino gaming
Catch a show, enjoy live music, or test your luck at the casino — all without leaving the property.
• Resort-style pool & cabanas
Recharge between sessions at the expansive pool deck, perfect for lounging, sunbathing, or taking a refreshing break.
• Close to local favorites
Explore nearby attractions like The LINQ Promenade, the Fountains of Bellagio, Fremont Street, or AREA15 — all within easy reach.
Since you’re staying at the Rio, consider planning an evening outing to the Strip, catching a show after the conference, or enjoying a late dinner with incredible skyline views. It’s the perfect way to mix business with Vegas-style fun.
Registration Options
Concierge Package – $1,949Your all-inclusive conference experience includes:
Full live conference registration + 44 CME credits
4 nights at the Rio Hotel & Casino (hotel included*)
Printed slide book included ($70 value)
Two FREE bonus CME courses – LifeBlood Series + Pharmacology Self-Assessment ($1,200 value)
We handle your hotel booking — just show up ready to learn and relax!
*Flights are not included in this package.
Live In-Person Course – $749 (Early Bird Pricing)Join John Bielinski, PA-C, for a 4-day, high-energy Urgent Care Symposium in the fabulous Las Vegas.
Earn 20 AAPA Category 1 CME credits while mastering high-yield, real-world urgent care and emergency medicine content.
Attendees are responsible for booking their own accommodations. CME4Life has negotiated exclusive discounted rates at the Rio Hotel & Casino
Booking Link: Coming Soon
You’ll receive bonus digital course materials through iCME4Life (our learning management system) plus, recordings of the conference will be available post-conference for continued access and review.
Live Webinar – $599 (Early Bird Pricing)Can’t make it to the Bahamas? Join the live interactive webinar from the comfort of your home or office.
Earn 20 AAPA Category 1 CME credits as you engage directly with John Bielinski during real-time teaching, Q&A, and clinical discussions.
You’ll receive digital course materials and enjoy the same focused, high-impact learning experience as our in-person attendees — plus, recordings will be available post-conference for continued review.
Printed Slide Book – $70Full-color printed slide book with all course visuals, notes, and key review points.
Perfect for following along during the course and continued review after.
Watch here to understand why we are the ideal conference for PA’s and NP’s!
This program is not yet approved for CME credit. Conference organizers plan to apply for 20.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credits from the AAPA Review Panel. The total number of credits is yet to be determined.
This activity was planned in accordance with AAPA CME Standards for Live Programs and for Commercial Support of Live Programs.
How to not get burned.
Improve communication between medical provider and patient to enhance engagement and the quality of services.
*Understand the balance between “patient and customer”
*Review strategies to integrate effective communication skills for enhanced bedside interactions
*Evaluate cognitive errors and common bias traps
*Review pearls of medical malpractice defense
*Documentation and discharge instructions pearls
How to Not Burn Out
*“Remember your essay” Evaluating the reason you got into medicine
*Finding honesty in our limitations and flaws
*Evaluate faith vs fear in the practice of medicine
Abdominal Pain
*Apply a systematic approach to a patient with acute abdominal pain based on AFP guidelines
*Determine and avoid common pitfalls in the assessment of patients with abdominal pain
*Detect and assess high-risk scenarios related to patients with abdominal pain
Chest Pain:
*Differentiate the clinical features of various causes of chest pain
*Identify infectious causes of chest pain based on clinical presentation and evaluation
*Develop an approach to the patient with chest pain based on current AHA/ACC guidelines Calculate the HEART Score of a patient with chest pain
*Employ the ACCF/AHA Guideline based management strategies for chest pain
*Recognize when to refer patients for more advanced cardiac care
Dyspnea:
*Diagnose the 5 most important diseases associated with dyspnea
*Recognize the presentation of CHF for early identification and recommend treatment options based on current AHA/ACC guidelines to improve patient outcomes
*Identify and treat asthma based on current guidelines from the Global Initiative in Asthma
Rashes:
*Review common rashes that are self-limiting
*Evaluate fungal, viral and bacterial rashes
*Review treatment options to common rashes in the urgent care
*Addiction/ETOH & Opiates
*Review the evaluation of those presenting for ETOH/Opiate withdrawal
*Review features of addiction and urgent care appropriate intervention
*Stabilization medications review for those in acute withdrawal
Eyes:
*Review the anatomy and physiology of the eye, including visual acuity
*Review common eye complaints, corneal abrasions, conjunctivitis and eyelid lesions
*Evaluate vision threatening injuries and make appropriate referral
ENT:
*Review pathology of ear and external canal.
*Review evaluation and treatment of otitis media
*Evaluate hearing loss and foreign body in external canal
*Evaluate Epistaxis both anterior and posterior
*Evaluate pharyngitis
Emotional Intelligence: AMA (30′)/Speed
*Communication (APP with EA)
*Bedside manner optimization
*Optimizing team dynamics (nurses and consultants)
GU: UTI and Pyelonephritis
*Evaluate dysuria/UTI
*Review treatment of STD diagnosis and treatment
OB/GYN:
*Evaluate for pregnancy and first trimester complications
*Evaluate for ectopic pregnancy
Headache:
*Review life threating headaches (SAH/Temporal arteritis/meningitis)
*Evaluate common headaches and treatments (cluster/migraines/tension)
*Review urgent care treatment of head aches
Ortho:
*Review radiographic presentations of urgent care orthopedic injuries
*Head to toe review of common orthopedic fractures
*Review splinting, stabilization and pain management in orthopedic injuries
Wound care:
*Review wound healing physiology
*How to assess a wound for nerve, tendon and vascular compromise
*Review the closure techniques of tape, adhesive, sutures and staples
*Evaluate wound complications – stellate, bites and crush injuries
Infectious Disease:
*Review of the common infections in urgent care medicine
*Review efficiency in the clinical evaluation of infectious disease
*Review appropriate empirical antimicrobial selection
If you still have questions please email us at
kara@cme4life.com
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sarah@cme4life.com
1-800-263-6840
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