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UID:69758-1786262400-1786294800@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Master Injectors: Introductory Microneedling & Dermaplaning
DESCRIPTION:Aesthetic medicine lacks national standards for training\, leading to a patchwork of programs — from accredited clinical curricula to manufacturer-sponsored weekend courses. Many practitioners enter the field with brief\, unaccredited training\, which can result in poor technique\, inadequate anatomy knowledge\, and poor emergency management. This inconsistency means some providers can perform complex procedures safely\, while others may cause complications. \nBoth dermaplaning and microneedling face significant competency and practice gaps due to inconsistent training\, unclear scope-of-practice rules\, and rapid market growth without standardized oversight. \nMicroneedling is a prime example of a procedure where the line between cosmetic and medical practice is defined by needle depth. Devices set below ~0.3 mm are often considered cosmetic and may be performed by estheticians in permissive states\, but deeper dermal-level microneedling is generally the practice of medicine restricted to licensed clinicians (NPs\, PAs\, RNs\, physicians) under delegation or medical direction. This creates a market-regulation mismatch: many providers offer “microneedling” under a cosmetic label but perform deeper treatments without the required credentials\, risking legal and safety issues. \nWhile dermaplaning is often marketed as a simple exfoliation\, it can cause microtrauma and\, if performed on sensitive skin or with improper technique\, may trigger inflammation\, infection\, or even trigger acne in predisposed patients. \nLearners will:\nDescribe the anatomy and physiology of the skin as it relates to dermaplaning and microneedling.\nIdentify appropriate patient candidates through consultation\, assessment\, and contraindication screening.\nExplain the mechanisms of collagen induction therapy and epidermal exfoliation.\nSelect appropriate devices\, cartridges\, needle depths based on patient presentation.\nDemonstrate proper infection prevention\, aseptic technique\, and procedural safety.\nPerform dermaplaning using proper blade selection\, angulation\, skin tension\, and stroke technique.\nPerform microneedling using appropriate treatment parameters while recognizing expected clinical endpoints.\nCompare the post-treatment erythema.\nDevelop individualized treatment plans and provide appropriate post-procedure instructions.\nSuccessfully demonstrate procedural competency through a faculty-observed hands-on skills assessment.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/monarch-master-injectors-introductory-microneedling-dermaplaning-2/
LOCATION:Live Course
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260821T152112Z
CREATED:20260812T143547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T152112Z
UID:69761-1786262400-1786294800@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Master Injectors: Novice Lip Filler Training
DESCRIPTION:Aesthetic medicine lacks national standards for training\, leading to a patchwork of programs — from accredited clinical curricula to manufacturer-sponsored weekend courses. Many practitioners enter the field with brief\, unaccredited training\, which can result in poor technique\, inadequate anatomy knowledge\, and poor emergency management. This inconsistency means some providers can perform complex procedures safely\, while others may cause complications. \nMany injectors focus on checklist-based technique but neglect hands-on\, anatomy-integrated training and simulated injection practice. This can leave them unprepared for real-time decision-making in high-risk areas\, like lip filler.  Even with correct technique\, analog skills — unmeasurable\, experiential abilities — are critical for lip filler injection safety. \nLip filler is the most complaint-prone injectable due to its visibility and high patient expectations. A thorough understanding of patient anatomy\, risk areas\, tissue depth and complication management is crucial to patient safety. \nUpon completion of this educational activity\, participants will be able to:\nDescribe the facial tissue layers\, lip anatomy\, and vascular structures relevant to safe dermal filler injection.\nExplain the composition\, properties\, indications\, and clinical applications of hyaluronic acid dermal fillers.\nSelect appropriate products based on patient anatomy and treatment goals.\nPerform comprehensive patient assessment\, lip mapping\, and individualized treatment planning.\nDemonstrate proper handling\, storage\, preparation\, and injection techniques using retrograde linear threading.\nSafely perform upper and lower lip augmentation while maintaining natural facial proportions and symmetry.\nRecognize early signs of vascular occlusion and implement appropriate emergency management\, including the use of hyaluronidase.\nCounsel patients on post-treatment expectations\, aftercare\, and follow-up recommendations.\nSuccessfully demonstrate procedural competency through a faculty-observed hands-on skills assessment.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/monarch-master-injectors-novice-lip-filler-training-2/
LOCATION:Live Course
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T134117Z
CREATED:20260820T134117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T134117Z
UID:69861-1786262400-1786294800@mecop.org
SUMMARY:PEEP Risk Adjustment and Back to the Future Year-End Review
DESCRIPTION:Objectives:\nGain understanding of risk adjustment methodology and its role in Value Based Care models.\nReview specific official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and how they are applied to diagnosis coding and reporting.\nIdentify elements of the medical record that help support the validation of reported conditions.\nIdentify documentation deficiencies for specific conditions.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/peep-risk-adjustment-and-back-to-the-future-year-end-review-5/
LOCATION:Internet Enduring Material
CATEGORIES:AMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T170000
DTSTAMP:20260908T125220Z
CREATED:20260908T124908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T125220Z
UID:70044-1786348800-1786381200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Trends 2026 On-Demand:
DESCRIPTION:Unavailable
URL:https://mecop.org/event/trends-2026-on-demand-8/
LOCATION:Enduring Material
CATEGORIES:AMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T130000
DTSTAMP:20260813T230825Z
CREATED:20260804T125854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T230825Z
UID:69676-1786449600-1786453200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:MUSM Clinical Faculty Development Series
DESCRIPTION:1. Describe the physiological mechanism (the HPA axis / “pregnenolone steal” framework) by which chronic stress prioritizes cortisol production over repair and reproductive hormone synthesis.\n2. Recognize the clinical consequences of chronic cortisol elevation and insufficient sleep (metabolic dysregulation\, cardiovascular risk\, immunosuppression\, and impaired cognitive performance) as they relate to common presentations.\n3. Identify evidence-based sleep-hygiene interventions and principles of nutrient timing and exercise intensity\, explaining their downstream effects on metabolic\, cardiovascular\, and cognitive function — applicable both to patient counseling and physician self-care.\n4. Explain the rationale for sequencing behavior-change interventions individually rather than simultaneously\, and apply that principle to reduce burnout risk when counseling patients or restructuring one’s own routine.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/musm-clinical-faculty-development-series-63/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260814T132611Z
CREATED:20260814T132604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T132611Z
UID:69804-1786521600-1786554000@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Risk Adjustment and Despicable Me with Pediatrics
DESCRIPTION:The goal of this program is to close provider competency gaps related to the principles of the CMS-HCC risk adjustment model and the importance of accurate and complete documentation requirements for ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding. \nSessions include discussions on CMS-HCC risk adjustment coding\, documentation challenges\, and official ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding guidelines within the framework of specific medical specialties and diseases. \nDescribe risk adjustment methodology and define its role in Value Based Care models.\nReview specific official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and how they are applied to diagnosis coding and reporting.\nIdentify elements of the medical record that help support the validation of reported conditions.\nIdentify documentation deficiencies for specific conditions.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/risk-adjustment-and-despicable-me-with-pediatrics/
LOCATION:Internet Live Webcast
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260821T233119Z
CREATED:20260817T203939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T233119Z
UID:69821-1786521600-1786554000@mecop.org
SUMMARY:VIP Care Performance Forum
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URL:https://mecop.org/event/vip-care-performance-forum-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T170000
DTSTAMP:20260821T150122Z
CREATED:20260818T180953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T150122Z
UID:69835-1786521600-1786726800@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Florida Association of Medical Examiners 2026 Annual Educational Conference
DESCRIPTION:Medical examiners and forensic pathology practitioners face increasing case complexity\, emerging injury mechanisms\, and high‑consequence environments (e.g.\, officer‑involved shootings\, aviation/motorsports incidents\, electrical fatalities\, decomposed/skeletonized remains). Variability in investigative approach\, documentation\, and interpretation can lead to inconsistent cause and manner determinations\, reduced defensibility of opinions\, and missed opportunities for prevention. Sources include FAME Board meetings and past surveys. \nMedical examiner offices must manage operational pressures including workforce shortages\, increasing caseloads\, budget constraints\, and regulatory/public health reporting requirements. New and experienced leaders may have gaps in administrative skills (budgeting\, recruitment/retention\, risk management\, program development) that can negatively impact office performance\, compliance\, and sustainability. Sources include FAME Board meetings and past surveys.  Practical content on management represents some of the highest rated content at the conference. Many of these issues are well known nationally and NAME (National Association of Medical Examiner) and NIJ have positions on the country wide shortage of medical examiners.  \nHigh‑quality medicolegal investigations depend on coordinated multidisciplinary response. Communication gaps and unclear workflows between ME offices and partners (law enforcement/FDLE\, DOH\, NTSB\, NASA-related entities\, tissue banks\, anthropologists\, and venue safety teams) can lead to evidence integrity issues\, incomplete data capture\, delayed reporting\, and reduced public trust. Souces include FAME Board meeting and past meeting surveys. \nImproved consistency and accuracy in injury interpretation and cause/manner determinations; more complete and defensible medicolegal documentation and reporting; enhanced ability to apply contemporary guidelines to complex cases and communicate findings effectively. \nImproved leadership decision‑making and operational efficiency; strengthened compliance and risk mitigation; enhanced ability to implement and sustain programs that improve investigative capacity and public health reporting; better recruitment\, retention\, and staff engagement. \nMore efficient and coordinated investigations with improved evidence integrity and data quality; timelier\, clearer communication among stakeholders; strengthened transparency and public trust; enhanced ability to translate multidisciplinary findings into defensible ME conclusions and prevention strategies.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/florida-association-of-medical-examiner-2026-annual-educational-conference/
LOCATION:Live Course
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T133000
DTSTAMP:20260817T170453Z
CREATED:20260714T114005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T170453Z
UID:69426-1786537800-1786541400@mecop.org
SUMMARY:MUSM Pediatric Alliance Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:1. Recognize how stress and trauma affect the brain\, body\, and behavior\, and identify opportunities to build resilience in everyday interactions\n2. Explore the core principles of the Community Resiliency Model (CRM) and how they can be integrated into school and healthcare settings to support patients and professionals\n3. Practice simple\, evidence-informed CRM skills that can be used to promote emotional regulation and reduce stress\n4. Apply practical strategies fort creating calmer\, more connected interactions with students\, patients\, and families during challenging situations\n5. Identify ways to incorporate resilience-focused practices into routines and connect individuals with additional support when needed
URL:https://mecop.org/event/musm-pediatric-alliance-webinar-series-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260821T153634Z
CREATED:20260813T162016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T153634Z
UID:69784-1786608000-1786640400@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Allergy - How To Do It
DESCRIPTION:This thorough\, self-paced enduring activity is designed to address the gaps that persist in allergy testing.  There are multiple evidence-based\, insurance-covered modalities for testing for allergies.  This course is designed to narrow that gap and train physician offices to expand their practice into allergy testing.  It is also designed to address the gaps in undiagnosed allergies and patient treatment by providing thorough demonstrations and outlines for assessing and treating patients with allergies. \nFollowing this program\, learners will define the etiology of URD\, pain and inflammation and outline the considerations for arriving at treatment decisions. \nLearners will apply evidence-based methodologies using history\, physical and diagnostic testing in making an accurate diagnosis. \nLearners will discuss the clinical role of skin testing and/or blood testing for IGE in determining the true etiology as well as their benefit in the disease management process. \nFinally\, learners will incorporate the best suited management options and conduct appropriate testing and treating.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/allergy-how-to-do-it-11/
LOCATION:Internet Enduring Material
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260817T144037Z
CREATED:20260813T222424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T144037Z
UID:69792-1786608000-1786640400@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Risk Adjustment and Despicable Me with Pediatrics
DESCRIPTION:Gain understanding of risk adjustment methodology and its role in Value Based Care models.\nReview specific official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and how they are applied to diagnosis coding and reporting.\nIdentify elements of the medical record that help support the validation of reported conditions.\nIdentify documentation deficiencies for specific conditions.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/peep-risk-adjustment-and-despicable-me-with-pediatrics/
LOCATION:Internet Live Webcast
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T135109Z
CREATED:20260820T135100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T135109Z
UID:69867-1786608000-1786640400@mecop.org
SUMMARY:PEEP Risk Adjustment and the Red Hot Chili Peppers for Your GI
DESCRIPTION:Objectives:\nGain understanding of risk adjustment methodology and its role in Value Based Care models.\nReview specific official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and how they are applied to diagnosis coding and reporting.\nIdentify elements of the medical record that help support the validation of reported conditions.\nIdentify documentation deficiencies for specific conditions.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/peep-risk-adjustment-and-the-red-hot-chili-peppers-for-your-gi-3/
LOCATION:Internet Enduring Material
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T080000
DTSTAMP:20260819T212023Z
CREATED:20260819T211545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T212023Z
UID:69854-1786694400-1786694400@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Atrial Fibrillation ACT
DESCRIPTION:See content.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/atrial-fibrillation-act-6/
LOCATION:Internet Enduring Material
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T211948Z
CREATED:20260819T211724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T211948Z
UID:69856-1786694400-1786726800@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Coronary Artery Disease ACT
DESCRIPTION:See content.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/coronary-artery-disease-act-7/
LOCATION:Internet Enduring Material
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T170000
DTSTAMP:20260820T135840Z
CREATED:20260820T135840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T135840Z
UID:69873-1786694400-1786726800@mecop.org
SUMMARY:PEEP Risk Adjustment and 'As Good as It Gets' Behavioral Health
DESCRIPTION:Objectives:\nGain understanding of risk adjustment methodology and its role in Value Based Care models.\nReview specific official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and how they are applied to diagnosis coding and reporting.\nIdentify elements of the medical record that help support the validation of reported conditions.\nIdentify documentation deficiencies for specific conditions.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/peep-risk-adjustment-and-as-good-as-it-gets-behavioral-health-4/
LOCATION:Internet Enduring Material
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T080000
DTSTAMP:20260918T185219Z
CREATED:20260817T134455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T185219Z
UID:69811-1787036400-1787040000@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Baldwin Health Tumor Board
DESCRIPTION:1. Review patient cases and all necessary findings (pathology\, radiology\, surgery\, etc.) and discuss key findings to determine course of treatment.\n2. Discuss implications amongst multidisciplinary team members\, and review best practices\, current\nevidence-based findings\, etc.\n3. Assign treatment protocols based on consensus of the multidisciplinary team.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/baldwin-health-tumor-board-18/
LOCATION:Administration
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T170000
DTSTAMP:20260911T161613Z
CREATED:20260820T141350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T161613Z
UID:69883-1787040000-1787072400@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Risk Adjustment and Despicable Me With Pediatrics
DESCRIPTION:Gain understanding of risk adjustment methodology and its role in Value Based Care models.\nReview specific official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and how they are applied to diagnosis coding and reporting.\nIdentify elements of the medical record that help support the validation of reported conditions.\nIdentify documentation deficiencies for specific conditions.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/risk-adjustment-and-despicable-me-with-pediatrics-3/
LOCATION:Internet Live Webcast
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T170000
DTSTAMP:20260910T165213Z
CREATED:20260910T133801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T165213Z
UID:70107-1787040000-1787072400@mecop.org
SUMMARY:CMS Monthly Provider Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Discuss ethical AI use\nReview methadone induction schedules\nReview risky drinking behavior \nIncreased competency in the use of AI and risks/pitfalls\, reviewed difficult induction patients and explored what defines unsafe drinking for our patient population
URL:https://mecop.org/event/cms-monthly-provider-meetings-4/
LOCATION:Internet Live Webcast
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T170000
DTSTAMP:20260819T160937Z
CREATED:20260819T160937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T160937Z
UID:69846-1787126400-1787158800@mecop.org
SUMMARY:General Adult Tumor Board 2026
DESCRIPTION:Unavailable
URL:https://mecop.org/event/general-adult-tumor-board-2026-18/
LOCATION:Live Activity
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T133000
DTSTAMP:20260814T120854Z
CREATED:20260813T182455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T120854Z
UID:69786-1787142600-1787146200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:MUSM Internal Medicine Grand Rounds
DESCRIPTION:Describe the discovery and development of statins.\nExplain the biologic rationale behind HMG-CoA reductase inhibition.\nReview landmark clinical trials that changed cardiovascular medicine.\nDiscuss controversies regarding efficacy and adverse effects.\nExplore the future of lipid lowering beyond statins.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/musm-internal-medicine-grand-rounds-12/
LOCATION:Live Activity
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T170000
DTSTAMP:20260824T183147Z
CREATED:20260821T183815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T183147Z
UID:69901-1787212800-1787245200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Risk Adjustment and Despicable Me With Pediatrics
DESCRIPTION:Gain understanding of risk adjustment methodology and its role in Value Based Care models.\nReview specific official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and how they are applied to diagnosis coding and reporting.\nIdentify elements of the medical record that help support the validation of reported conditions.\nIdentify documentation deficiencies for specific conditions.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/risk-adjustment-and-despicable-me-with-pediatrics-2/
LOCATION:Internet Live Webcast
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T170000
DTSTAMP:20260908T142630Z
CREATED:20260908T142619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T142630Z
UID:70057-1787212800-1787245200@mecop.org
SUMMARY:NFO Business of Medicine Web Series: Bridging the Gap - Enhancing Healthcare Literacy\, Empathy\, and Communication to Prevent Bias and Improve Patient Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Effective healthcare depends on more than clinical expertise-it requires communication patients can understand and trust. This session examines how health literacy\, empathy\, and plain language influence patient safety\, treatment adherence\, satisfaction\, health equity\, and organizational risk. Participants will explore common communication barriers\, their connection to adverse outcomes and liability\, and practical strategies for making written and verbal information more accessible. Through real-world examples and evidence-based tools\, attendees will learn how to strengthen informed consent\, patient education\, discharge instructions\, and everyday patient-provider interactions\, helping patients make informed decisions and confidently participate in their care. \nAs a result of participating in this activity\, learners will be able to:\n1. Understand health care literacy in the U.S.\n2. Understand the impact of low health literacy on patient outcomes.\n3. Demonstrate the connection between health literacy\, safety and litigation risks.\n4. Learn how empathy can enhance patient-provider interactions\, improve patient satisfaction and reduce risks.\n5. Empower healthcare providers with strategies to communicate effectively and empathetically with patients.\n6. Utilize tools and resources to improve both patient\, personal and organizational health literacy.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/nfo-business-of-medicine-web-series-bridging-the-gap-enhancing-healthcare-literacy-empathy-and-communication-to-prevent-bias-and-improve-patient-compliance/
LOCATION:Internet Live Webcast
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T170000
DTSTAMP:20260827T160411Z
CREATED:20260827T160411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T160411Z
UID:69956-1787385600-1787418000@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Non-Surgical BBL with Injector Coach Institute
DESCRIPTION:Outline technique\, safety and methodologies to improve\, lift and contour the buttocks.\nDiscuss complications\, indications\, consent\, and anatomy.\nOutline materials needed and product preparation.\nDemonstrate the mapping process and its uniqueness to each patient.\nEffectively apply skills in a lab setting under direct supervision.\nAchieve symmetry\, projection and desired results on model patients.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/non-surgical-bbl-with-injector-coach-institute-2/
LOCATION:Mind Body Soul Medical
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T133617Z
CREATED:20260803T140318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T133617Z
UID:69640-1787558400-1787590800@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Confidence Lab: Social Media from Scratch
DESCRIPTION:There is a clear and growing need within the aesthetics industry for ethical\, professional\, and compliant use of social media\, and this course is designed to address that gap.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/confidence-lab-social-media-from-scratch-4/
LOCATION:Internet Enduring Material
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T170000
DTSTAMP:20260908T130006Z
CREATED:20260908T125724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T130006Z
UID:70047-1787558400-1787590800@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Trends 2026 On-Demand:
DESCRIPTION:Unavailable
URL:https://mecop.org/event/trends-2026-on-demand-9/
LOCATION:Enduring Material
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T000000
DTSTAMP:20260902T135012Z
CREATED:20260902T135001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T135012Z
UID:70001-1787616000-1787616000@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Allergy - How To Do It
DESCRIPTION:This thorough\, self-paced enduring activity is designed to address the gaps that persist in allergy testing.  There are multiple evidence-based\, insurance-covered modalities for testing for allergies.  This course is designed to narrow that gap and train physician offices to expand their practice into allergy testing.  It is also designed to address the gaps in undiagnosed allergies and patient treatment by providing thorough demonstrations and outlines for assessing and treating patients with allergies. \nFollowing this program\, learners will define the etiology of URD\, pain and inflammation and outline the considerations for arriving at treatment decisions. \nLearners will apply evidence-based methodologies using history\, physical and diagnostic testing in making an accurate diagnosis. \nLearners will discuss the clinical role of skin testing and/or blood testing for IGE in determining the true etiology as well as their benefit in the disease management process. \nFinally\, learners will incorporate the best suited management options and conduct appropriate testing and treating.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/allergy-how-to-do-it-12/
LOCATION:Internet Enduring Material
CATEGORIES:AMA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260910T123707Z
CREATED:20260820T173505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T123707Z
UID:69886-1787659200-1787662800@mecop.org
SUMMARY:Florida SBIRT BH IMPACT Understanding Postpartum Mental Health Disorders: Identification and Evidence-Based Management Training
DESCRIPTION:Differentiate postpartum mood and anxiety conditions \nApply evidence-based screening and diagnostic strategies \nDistinguish between postpartum psychosis and OCD
URL:https://mecop.org/event/florida-sbirt-bh-impact-understanding-postpartum-mental-health-disorders/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260827T150301Z
CREATED:20260824T153258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T150301Z
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SUMMARY:MUSM Clinical Faculty Development Series
DESCRIPTION:Describe how AI tools (e.g.\, ClinicalKey AI\, OpenEvidence\, PubMed-integrated tools) support literature discovery through summarization and semantic search\nDifferentiate AI-assisted searching from traditional bibliographic database searching (e.g.\, Web of Science\, Embase) with respect to completeness\, reproducibility\, and bias\nApply structured strategies to translate AI-generated insights into reproducible search strategies (e.g.\, MeSH\, Boolean logic)\nIdentify risks of AI use in scholarly work\, including hallucinations\, citation inaccuracies\, and incomplete retrieval\nImplement best practices for responsible AI use in literature reviews\, including verification\, citation integrity\, and disclosure.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/musm-clinical-faculty-development-series-64/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T130000
DTSTAMP:20260910T204617Z
CREATED:20260824T151059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T204617Z
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SUMMARY:MUSM Clinical Faculty Development Series
DESCRIPTION:1. Differentiate between substance use\, misuse\, and addiction based on patterns of control\, impairment\, and consequences.\n2. Identify common behavioral\, physical\, emotional\, and functional warning signs that may indicate problematic substance use or addiction.\n3. Describe an appropriate\, compassionate approach for responding to someone with suspected substance use concerns\, including when additional support or referral may be warranted.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/musm-clinical-faculty-development-series-65/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AMA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T143209Z
CREATED:20260902T140304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T143209Z
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SUMMARY:Monarch Master Injectors: All Levels Neurotoxin Course
DESCRIPTION:Many practitioners lack continuous\, advanced training in facial anatomy\, neurotoxin preparation\, patient consultation and technique. Without regular updates on injection strategies\, facial anatomy\, and product-specific behavior\, competence can decline. Regular training\, especially hands on and simulation training\, has been shown to improve skill by up to 25%\, but not all providers engage in such programs. \nThis program divides a full day into novice neurotoxin (first half of day) and advanced neurotoxin (second half of day). During the novice portion\, learners review patient anatomy and infection prevention protocols\, as well as outline patient consult and product preparation.  All FDA-approved products are reviewed with appropriate storage and reconstitution.  Technique and injection mapping for the frontalis\, glabellar complex\, and orbicularis oculi is also thoroughly outlined. Learners must demonstrate skills on practicum in order to advance to the advanced portion (second half of day). \nThe advanced neurotoxin expands the curriculum into neurotoxin mapping\, assessment\, preparation and technique to the following areas:\nMasseter\, Mentalis\, DAO\, Platysmal bands\, Lip flip\, Bunny lines\, Gummy smile\, Chin. Dose adjustments and complication management are heavily emphasized.  The session ends with a clinical lab skills checkoff.
URL:https://mecop.org/event/monarch-master-injectors-all-levels-neurotoxin-course-3/
LOCATION:Live Course
CATEGORIES:AMA
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