There are many different ways advanced healthcare providers can earn continuing medical education credits to maintain, develop and improve their knowledge, skills and performance in the field. A variety of CME types provides engaging educational opportunities for all kinds of learners. Each is engaging in its own way. To receive…
Practitioners are no doubt aware of AI’s growing impact on health. A variety of AI health applications already affect individual health choices outside of healthcare environments. With smartwatches that can track reproductive cycles, metabolic rates and sleep patterns. Advanced technologies are now being deployed within healthcare environments to assist practitioners…
More patients than ever are relying on physician assistants (PAs) for their care. A core clinical team member in primary care practices nationwide, PAs play a number of essential roles under the supervision of medical doctors. The physician assistant role has expanded over time to include multiple types of PA…
A practitioner including evidence-based medicine practice perspectives (EBM) engages in the conscientious and measured application of recent applicable research for the delivery of individualized patient care. Also known as evidence-based practice (EBP), EBM is enabled by a research and technological regime that emphasizes the use of relevant data from multiple…
Primary care practitioners serve as a vital link in the healthcare system, providing for all routine aspects of a patient’s health. They diagnose ailments, treat disease and help patients lay the foundation for lifelong health and wellness. Working mostly in outpatient settings, PCPs often provide long-term care for their patients…
Rising costs, changing business models and patients’ inability to access care have affected both patients and practitioners across the healthcare spectrum. High stress, the shrinking scope of practice and lagging reimbursements are hitting primary care practitioners particularly hard. But new perspectives and care models are taking root, with policymakers and…
CME money, or a CME allowance, are funds spent on CME activities necessary to improve medical knowledge, develop professionally and maintain licensure. CME credits facilitate continuing education opportunities that are integral to modern medical practice and providing the best care to your patients. They are also the perfect opportunity for…
Travel CME has become a mainstay of continuing education, offering conference-goers an opportunity for a ‘learn-cation’ where they can indulge in guilt-free play alongside work. The benefits of travel conferences are numerous and include in-person learning, networking opportunities and enjoying the company of friends (new and old) and family in…
Florida CME destinations make for the perfect conference environment. With plenty of things to do, see and experience, conference guests receive the added value of a great destination with the enrichment of a conference. Florida conferences are available all year and can offer premium accommodations paired with local attractions and…
Doctors, nurses and other advanced practitioners aren’t just at the front lines of care, they are central to the functioning of healthcare facilities. Within the job description of these vital practitioners are duties comprising both non-clinical and clinical responsibilities. These roles are ever-changing, and with them, so do the continuing…
Internal medicine and primary care comprise the backbone of the US healthcare system. Qualified to treat a broad range of illnesses and injuries, internists and their family medicine colleagues work with patients over the long term to monitor health and manage chronic disorders. The internist is in a prime position…
The healthcare industry is expected to undergo dramatic changes over the next decade. These changes will impact the way providers practice medicine. Whether it’s the addition of new technologies, structural changes to the healthcare industry or new areas of health science making their way to the marketplace, the way care…
Women’s health topics are at the forefront of the conversation about healthcare access and quality in the US. And with good reason. Dedicated practitioners and administrators may make the US health system among the best in the world but its benefits still fail to reach millions of women annually. The…
For nurses, change is the name of the game. They are always adapting to new healthcare environments. This effort and sacrifice were no more apparent than during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite challenges, the future of nursing is bright. New responsibilities and roles will emerge within rapidly changing technological and healthcare…
As a clinician, your workday is chaotic and distractions are everywhere. With 74% of US workers reporting significant distraction at work, it can safely be said that this phenomena is certainly the case for modern doctors, nurses and other clinicians with clinical, administrative and managerial duties. Combine these duties with…
Healthcare organizations invest heavily in learning management systems (LMS) and services. While continuing education programs used to consist entirely of on-site classes that were often jam-packed over the course of several days, this approach has since shifted. While destination conferences with live proctors hold clear benefits for in-person learners, (in…
Exciting advancements are being made in the continuing and professional education industries. This is especially true with the application of new technologies driving a veritable revolution in patient care. The injection of digestible performance metrics, personalization and AI into learning environments has the potential to improve learner engagement and performance….
While college lays the foundation, graduation does not mark the end of professional development. Keeping up to date on medical advances and compliance requirements is vital. Many healthcare professionals are discovering the importance of continuing education due to its positive impact on patients and organizations. Continuing education is an activity…
The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare is causing seismic shifts in how the industry as a whole makes decisions and solves problems. No aspect of the industry will be untouched with administrators, clinical staff and support staff all bracing for changes to their current roles due to the…
The clinical team is the heart of any healthcare system. As such, they are often counted on to complete substantial administrative duties in addition to delivering exceptional care. Ever-increasing patient volumes, regulatory requirements and business procedures put tremendous pressure on their time and effort. This makes time management an important…
Emerging trends in healthcare look much different for 2022 than they looked in previous years due to the impact COVID-19 has had on the industry. The COVID-19 pandemic is still very present in our lives. Even with positive momentum, medical practices have definitely been impacted in many ways as the…
The COVID-19 pandemic made managing patient care from home possible with the use of impressive remote patient monitoring tools. From apps on your tablet to patches monitoring vitals, it’s incredible what modern technology is doing for the healthcare industry. Being a medical professional means staying educated with industry trends and…
Technology has been on an impressive upswing since the COVID-19 pandemic entered our worlds. Though this virus has taken many lives and negatively altered others, some positives in the medical industry have occured when it comes to managing care. The pandemic increased the growth of home health care trends, with…
Heightened levels of anxiety, depression, exhaustion, worry, and sadness are all normal emotional responses to a worldwide pandemic, but they shouldn’t be taken lightly. Managing mental health during COVID is just as important as keeping everyone physically safe. With the right tools, techniques, and accurate information, healthcare professionals can provide…
To defend against dangerous pathogens, the body’s second line of defense—adaptive immunity—is key. Although it might be slow to respond when compared to the body’s first line of defense (the innate immune system) the adaptive immune system is a complex system that focuses on precision and memory rather than speed….
Many of us faced intense personal and professional changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Educators and students felt—and still feel—a huge strain when it comes to transitioning through the changes thrown at them. Some of these major strains include mental health and nutrition struggles for both students and teachers. These…
The popularity and effectiveness of remote patient monitoring is growing when it comes to patients receiving in-depth care directly from their home. Staff and patients use state-of-the-art tools—through mobile apps and other software—to stay updated and on top of patients’ care without the patient ever entering a hospital or making…
Are you ready for a getaway? CME Seminars offers vacation-friendly primary care CME in Florida, year-round! Our live conferences feature exciting Florida locations with plenty of nearby attractions and amenities, as well as daily schedules that accommodate your recreational plans. Start planning your CME vacation in Florida today! Vacation-Friendly Itinerary…
The way you interact with patients is critical in determining your success as a physician. Approaching your patients with a compassionate and supportive attitude, whether in-person or remotely, ensures a positive patient-doctor relationship and better health outcomes. Remote communication can get lost in translation easily if you’re not intentional about…
Patient demands can take a mental, emotional and physical toll on your body, significantly impacting patient care. Over half of physicians in the U.S. experience healthcare provider burnout. Provider wellness is especially crucial during COVID-19. It’s important that you’re taking proper care of yourself to ensure you’re able to provide…
While home-based healthcare has been around for years, the COVID-19 pandemic has rapidly progressed the use of telemedicine in primary care. In an effort to cut down on in-person visits, primary care physicians’ offices are transitioning to patient support through telephone- and video-based care. Are you ready to integrate telemedicine…
Q. How many CMEs are approved for this course? A. Most live conferences are approved for 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. Please check the individual event webpage for continuing medical education credit details. Q. What is the typical schedule for a five-day course? A. Our 5-day medical seminars…
In a recent interview with Rick Scott, CEO of CME Seminars, we learned how this company is different. It has been designed for busy medical professionals from the start. Q. How did you become interested in continuing medical education? A. With a background in finance and operations, I was asked…
As we stand at the threshold of 2021 and look backward at 2020, it has been a very tough year for all, but especially for our healthcare heroes. The personal risk and sacrifice, the long work hours, the emotional and physical toll of the past year were unprecedented in our…
