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CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION Our 33rd Annual Spring Conference on High Risk Obstetrics is designed for physicians, certified nurse midwives, nurse practitioners, physician associates, nurses, and other allied healthcare professionals who face challenges in the care of the high risk pregnant patient. Covering a wide array of topics, our expert faculty will discuss the latest evidence-based advancements in obstetric care, present emerging clinical data, and provide skills and strategies for application and implementation into your practice. This educational activity aims to increase learner knowledge, improve the competence and performance of all attendees, and contribute to their ability to work together as part of a coordinated healthcare team. Topics for this year’s conference have been selected based on the educational needs underlying identified professional practice gaps. The gaps were derived from a variety of sources including evaluations and outcomes data from past participants, clinical expert input, Symposia Medicus’ online survey, and other medical and nursing data such as current clinical guidelines, research findings, literature reviews, and patient safety considerations. The conference format includes didactic lectures, question and answer sessions, case studies, and small group breakouts. Following a group of lectures, the question and answer sessions allow attendees to ask the faculty critical and challenging questions about caring for patients during various high risk obstetric situations. The breakout sessions, designed to facilitate even greater interaction between faculty and participants, offer an opportunity to engage in group discussions on subjects relating to your particular area of interest. Please indicate your breakout session topic choices on the conference registration form in this brochure. Space is limited, so please reserve early. CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES As a result of participating in this conference, you should have increased knowledge and enhanced competence to: • Review the risks and benefits of all acceptable treatments for miscarriage • Explain the four R’s of postpartum hemorrhage: (Readiness, Recognition, Response, Reporting) • Incorporate pregnancy physiology into the optimal management of the OB trauma patient • Compassionately counsel preconceptual or pregnant patients on the risks of obesity during pregnancy • Discuss EFM management tips for specific high-risk conditionsdermatologic disorders ATTENDEE REQUIREMENTS After attending this conference, participants are entitled to a certificate of credit which will be available online. Successful completion of this activity is determined by attending the live activity, reviewing the educational session materials, and submitting the case studies test, evaluations, surveys, and verification of attendance form. Each participant should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. ACCREDITATION This accredited continuing education activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME and ANCC Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Symposia Medicus is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Symposia Medicus is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. |
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT Physicians This ACE activity was developed with standards to address California Assembly Bill (AB) 1195 cultural and linguistic competency (CLC) and CA AB 241 implicit bias (IB) to reduce health disparities. Please refer to the accreditation page on our website for resources. ACOG Certified Nurse Midwives Nurse Practitioners/Nurses Provider is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP2335, for 21.6 contact hours. Physician Associates Pharmacists Pharmacotherapeutic CEUs for Nurses EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES Each registrant will have online access to the educational session materials on our conference webpage. The educational session materials will be available for download approximately one week prior to the conference. You will receive an email with instructions. If you are unable to attend this conference, you may purchase an electronic copy of the educational session materials one week after the conference. Please email publications@symposiamedicus.org for more information. HEALTH & SAFETY AWARENESS We care about the health and safety of our conference attendees. It is important to think about safety as part of your travel preparations. Visit General Travel Safety Suggestions for more information. NEARBY ATTRACTIONS / GROUND TRANSPORTATION To receive additional information about the conference hotel, location, tours or nearby attractions, and ground transportation, please visit our website at www.symposiamedicus.org. |
CONFERENCE FACULTY Mark Alanis, MD, MSCR, FACOG Curtis Cook, MD, FACOG Kimberly B. Fortner, MD Sarah Horvath, MD, MSHP, FACOG Suzanne McMurtry Baird, DNP, RN DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Wednesday, March 11
Thursday, March 12
Friday, March 13
Saturday, March 14
Rx = Pharmacotherapeutic CEUs for nurses |
CONFERENCE LOCATION Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa is an escape to a tropical paradise, perfectly situated in the history-rich town of Tulum in the Riviera Maya. A secluded stretch of sugar-white sand beach and 44 acres of lush, blossoming gardens grace this beautiful resort. The Mayan ruins of ancient Tulum and the Xel-Ha natural aqua park are nearby attractions that the whole family will enjoy. At Dreams Tulum, a AAA Four Diamond award-winning resort, luxury has never looked so good. The newly renovated resort goes far beyond the all-inclusive experience with Unlimited-Luxury®, where nearly everything is included. Enjoy spacious rooms and suites, reservation-free dining at nine different restaurants, the Explorer’s Club for Kids, and so much more. Tulum is full of great restaurants, a variety of nightlife, bars, shopping, and other local attractions. Immerse yourself in a truly authentic experience and discover the Mayan culture prevalent in the area. This untouched part of the Mexican Caribbean, located a short drive south of Playa del Carmen, offers its visitors the opportunity to discover magical and remote places such as the ancient ruins of Coba. Adventure-seekers will also be able to enjoy activities such as swimming in the crystal-clear waters of underground caves known as cenotes. Whatever your pleasure, you’ll be sure to find it in Tulum, Riviera Maya, Mexico, at our 33rd Annual Spring Conference on High Risk Obstetrics.
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CONFERENCE REGISTRATION, LODGING & TRAVEL INFORMATION Enrollment for this conference is limited in order to provide the best possible learning environment. Early registration is advised. You can register in the following ways: • Online via our website, www.symposiamedicus.org; OR • Call (925) 969-1789 Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (Pacific Time), with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover; OR • By mail; make check payable to Symposia Medicus and send along with registration form to: Please visit www.symposiamedicus.org or call (925) 969-1789 for additional questions or information. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION INFORMATION
• Discounts are available for retired healthcare providers, active U.S. military, residents, and groups of three or more. For more information, please contact Symposia Medicus prior to registering. • Tuition includes continuing education, online access to the educational session materials on our conference webpage, and break refreshments for conference registrants. Tuition also includes a group reception for faculty, registrants, and their guests. • Conference registration will be confirmed via email
CONFERENCE LODGING INFORMATION Conference group rates have been arranged at the Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa. Rooms at our group rates are limited and on a first come, first served basis. PLEASE RESERVE EARLY as rooms may sell out and/or room rates may increase. If you wish to extend your stay, group rates may be available three days before and three days after the conference. Two nights’ deposit (room rate) must accompany your reservation. The balance of your lodging, hotel fees as stated below, and all incidental charges are due to the hotel. The hotel accepts most major credit cards. GROUP RATES STATED BELOW ARE ALL-INCLUSIVE
*Preferred Club rooms are VERY limited. Please call Symposia Medicus for availability at (925) 969-1789. SINGLE RATES may be available; please call us for more information. TERMS & CONDITIONS Hotel Policies • Above conference group rates are per room, per night and do not include the following (subject to change): • Maximum occupancy is: • Changes to reservations, regardless of reason, made within 25 days of arrival will be charged the total original reserved stay. If changes are made before 25 days, no penalty will be assessed. • Mandatory additional child charge (normally $67 per child ages 3-12 years old) is WAIVED when booking with Symposia Medicus – not to exceed stated maximum occupancy • Children 2 years & under are complimentary – not to exceed stated maximum occupancy • Bed Type Requests: Where applicable, you can select one or two beds; however, requests cannot be guaranteed until check-in • Rollaway beds are complimentary, however, only allowed in Jr. Suites (based on availability and subject to change) • Cribs (only allowed in the family section) are available on a complimentary basis, subject to availability and change • Check-in time is 4:00pm and check-out time is noon. A late check-out can only be confirmed on the date of departure by the front desk. Late check-outs are based on availability and additional charges may apply. • Credit/Debit Card Policy: Upon check-in, the hotel requires a credit card or debit card and will charge your full stay (even if you have pre-paid). If using a debit card, the amount may be immediately deducted from your account. Upon check-out, the hotel will charge the credit card for your incidental charges. The length of time for which the unused funds will be released back on your credit or debit account varies from bank to bank. • Parking: Valet and self-parking are complimentary for conference guests Cancellation Policies • All cancellations must be emailed to registrar@symposiamedicus.org by the dates stated below • Conference cancellations must be made in writing (via email) to Symposia Medicus and a refund, less a 10% processing fee, will be given. No refunds will be made if cancellation is received after February 4, 2026; however, tuition, less a 10% processing fee, may be applied to a future Symposia Medicus conference. • Per our hotel contract, hotel reservation cancellations must be made in writing to Symposia Medicus and you will receive a full refund if emailed by January 7, 2026. Between January 8, 2026 and February 4, 2026, one night’s deposit is forfeited. After February 4, 2026, no hotel refunds can be made. • In the unlikely event of conference cancellation by Symposia Medicus, full tuition refunds will be made. Symposia Medicus will not be responsible for refunding travel or any other expenses. AIR TRAVEL INFORMATION You will fly into the Cancun International Airport (CUN), which is approximately 1½ hours from Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa. For information on ground transportation, please visit our website. Symposia Medicus has arranged for discount fares with Alaska, Delta, and United Airlines for this conference. Reservations can be made either through your travel agency or through the airlines at the website or Convention Desk numbers listed below. In order to receive the discounted rate, you or your travel agent must refer to the Symposia Medicus Group ID number listed here.
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