Clinical Reviews: 37th Annual Family Medicine and Internal Medicine Update

Scottsdale, AZ US
March 3, 2026 to March 6, 2026

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

Course Directors - Lesley L. Williams, M.D. and Nicholas A. Daniels, M.D., M.P.H.

March 3-6, 2026 - DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Paradise Valley – Scottsdale - Scottsdale, Arizona 

The 2026 annual CME course in Scottsdale, Arizona brings together primary care, family medicine, internal medicine physicians, pharmacists, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals. Over four days, participants receive evidence-based updates and practical strategies for managing a broad range of conditions.

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Registration Fee(s)
M.D., D.O., Ph.D.$1000
Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees$925

 

Target Audience

This course is designed for family medicine physicians, internal medicine physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and pharmacists.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Interpret effective strategies for obesity care, including the role of GLP-1 therapies
  • Identify new and emerging treatments for type 2 diabetes
  • Review key updates in lipid management
  • Assess approaches for cardiovascular risk evaluation in clinical practice
  • Summarize current breast cancer screening guidelines relevant to primary care
  • Describe current adult immunization recommendations and strategies to support uptake
  • Distinguish practical methods for addressing mental health in primary care
  • Examine current considerations in women’s health and menopause care

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
Available credit: 
  • 22.50 AAPA Category 1
  • 22.50 ACPE
  • 22.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 22.50 Attendance
  • 22.50 IPCE
Event starts: 
03/03/2026 - 7:00am
Event ends: 
03/06/2026 - 12:45pm

Program reflects Mountain Time.
Schedule subject to change.

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

7:00 a.m.

Registration and Breakfast

 

7:55 a.m.

Welcome Announcements

 

8:00 a.m.

Lipid Management – Treatment Options Beyond Statins

Regis Fernandes, M.D.

8:45 a.m.

CVD Risk Assessment

Regis Fernandes, M.D.

9:30 a.m.

GLP-1 Use in Primary Care: Indications and Challenges

Michael Campbell, Jr., Pharm.D., R.Ph.

10:15 a.m.

Break

 

10:30 a.m.

Medication Management of T2DM

Aditi Kumar, M.B.B.S.

12:00 p.m.

Osteoporosis Medication Management

Krupa Doshi, M.D.

12:45 p.m.

Lunch

 

1:30 p.m.

MASLD Screening and Management

Blanca Lizaola-Mayo, M.D.

2:15 p.m.

Optimizing Care for Chronic Constipation: A Clinical Update for Providers

Tisha Lunsford, M.D.

3:00 p.m.

Approach to Evaluating Rheumatic Diseases and When to Refer

Michael Pham, M.D.

3:45 p.m.

Adjourn

 

4:00 p.m.

Welcome Reception

 

 

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

7:25 a.m.

Breakfast

 

7:55 a.m.

Announcements

 

8:00 a.m.

Management of Menopause and Perimenopause

Talia Sobel, M.D.

8:45 a.m.

Current Updates in Breast Cancer Screening for Dense Breasts

Jessica Fraker, M.D.

9:30 a.m.

OSA Management Beyond CPAP

Chad Ruoff, M.D.

10:15 a.m.

Break

 

10:30 a.m.

Asthma and COPD Management

Ashley Garrett, M.D.

11:15 a.m.

Updated HTN Guidelines

Musab Hommos, M.B.B.S.

12:00 p.m.

GLP1 Use in Primary Care

Lesley Williams, M.D.

12:45 p.m.

Lunch

 

1:30 p.m.

Travel Medicine in Primary Care

Patress Persons, M.D.

2:15 p.m.

Evaluating Complex Mental Health Issues

Claudine Egol, M.D.

3:00 p.m.

Men’s Health for Primary Care Providers

Nahid Punjani, M.D., M.P.H.

3:45 p.m.

Adjourn

 

 

Thursday, March 5, 2026

7:25 a.m.

Breakfast

 

7:55 a.m.

Announcements

 

8:00 a.m.

Evaluating and Treating Headaches

Rashmi Halker Singh, M.D.

8:45 a.m.

Introduction to Longevity Medicine 

Doina Kulick, M.D.

9:30 a.m.

Dermatology Clinical Pearls

David Swanson, M.D.

10:15 a.m.

Break

 

10:30 a.m.

2026 Immunization Update

Grace Nwaturuocha, MSN, RN, CPHQ

11:15 a.m.

Management of Common Sports Medicine Injuries

Matthew Anastasi, M.D.

12:00 p.m.

What’s New in Genetics and Molecular Testing in Oncology

Donald Northfelt, M.D.

12:45 p.m.

Adjourn

 

 

Friday, March 6, 2026

7:25 a.m.

Breakfast

 

7:55 a.m.

Announcements

 

8:00 a.m.

Addiction Medicine

Shirshendu Sinha, M.B.B.S., M.D.

8:45 a.m.

Exercise as Medicine

Robert Scales, Ph.D., M.S.

9:30 a.m.

Neuropsychiatric Testing and Imaging in the Evaluation and Surveillance of Cognitive Impairment

Dixie J. Woolston, Ph.D. 

10:15 a.m.

Break

 

10:30 a.m.

Common Primary Care Infections and Antibiotic Use

Daniel Ilges, Pharm.D., R.Ph., BCIDP

11:15 a.m.

A Palliative Approach to Chronic Pain

Mark Edwin, M.D.

12:00 p.m.

Review of Practice Changing Literature in 2025

Andrea Darby Stewart, M.D.

12:45 p.m.

Adjourn

 

 

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Paradise Valley – Scottsdale
5401 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
United States

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lodging

Rooms have been reserved for attendees and their guests at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Paradise Valley - Scottsdale for discounted rates starting at $264/night.  In order to receive the special rates, reservations must be made before February 8, 2026, or before the room block fills.

Room reservations after are based on space and rate availability.  Additional taxes and fees may apply.  

Click here to make reservation online or call 480-947-5400 and identify yourself as a participant of the Mayo Clinic Clinical Revews course when making reservations.


Daily Resort Fee ($30):

The daily resort fee per room per night for all attendees staying at the resort includes the following:

  • Guest internet access - up to 2 devices
  • Unlimited local and 1-800 phone calls
  • Two bottled waters provided in room each day
  • Free dessert with purchase of an entree at Asadero Restaurant
  • $15 Spa credit on services of one hour or more at the Dale Day Spa
  • Lawn games in public spaces
  • Overnight, self/valet parking
  • 24-hour access to fitness center
  • $10 golf credit
  • Complimentary shuttle service to most destinations within a 2-mile radius

Travel

All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.  Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development is not responsible for expenses incurred by an individual who is not confirmed and for whom space is not available at the meeting.  Costs incurred by the registration such as airline or hotel fees or penalties are the responsibility of the 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 22.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credits for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME criteria. This activity is designated for 22.50 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

IPCE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 22.50 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.

ACPE
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 22.50 knowledge-based contact hours. Participants should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
UAN Number: TBD

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.

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

  • 22.50 AAPA Category 1
  • 22.50 ACPE
  • 22.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
  • 22.50 Attendance
  • 22.50 IPCE

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