{"product_id":"mer-primary-care-conferences-geriatric-medicine-for-primary-care-geri-ophth-rheum-apr-24-26-2026","title":"MER Primary Care Conferences Geriatric Medicine for Primary Care Geri Ophth Rheum Apr 24-26, 2026","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"group-target-audience field-group-div\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"bylineInfo\" class=\"a-section a-spacing-micro bylineHidden feature\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field--name-field-heading field--type-heading field--label-hidden field__item\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"columns small-12 medium-12 large-12 sidebar-full\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group-target-audience field-group-div\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"bylineInfo\" class=\"a-section a-spacing-micro bylineHidden feature\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"bylineInfo\" class=\"a-section a-spacing-micro bylineHidden feature\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group-target-audience field-group-div\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch1\u003eMER Primary Care Conferences: Geriatric Medicine for Primary Care – Geriatrics, Ophthalmology \u0026amp; Rheumatology 2026 (Videos)\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eComprehensive Primary Care Updates in Geriatric Medicine, Rheumatology, Ophthalmology, Osteoporosis, Arthritis, Falls Prevention, Vision Disorders, and Healthy Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eEnhance your expertise in caring for older adults with \u003cstrong\u003eMER Primary Care Conferences: Geriatric Medicine for Primary Care – Geriatrics, Ophthalmology \u0026amp; Rheumatology 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, a comprehensive continuing medical education (CME) program developed by \u003cstrong\u003eMedical Education Resources (MER)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed specifically for primary care clinicians and healthcare professionals, this evidence-based conference delivers practical updates on the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of common geriatric, rheumatologic, and ophthalmologic conditions encountered in everyday outpatient practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eHeld \u003cstrong\u003eApril 24–26, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, at the \u003cstrong\u003eJW Marriott New Orleans, Louisiana\u003c\/strong\u003e, this interactive educational program combines expert-led lectures, clinical guideline updates, and case-based discussions to help clinicians improve functional outcomes, preserve independence, reduce disability, and enhance quality of life for aging patients.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThe curriculum integrates contemporary management of \u003cstrong\u003earthritis, osteoporosis, chronic pain, gait disorders, falls prevention, inflammatory rheumatic diseases, gout, dry eye disease, red eye, blurred vision, and age-related ocular disorders\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing practical strategies that can be immediately applied in primary care settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCourse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Geriatric Medicine for Primary Care – Geriatrics, Ophthalmology \u0026amp; Rheumatology 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvider:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medical Education Resources (MER)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConference Dates:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 24–26, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e JW Marriott New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Videos\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch1\u003eCourse Overview\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eAs populations continue to age, primary care clinicians increasingly manage complex older adults with multiple chronic conditions, musculoskeletal disorders, visual impairment, frailty, chronic pain, and polypharmacy. Delivering effective care requires integrating evidence-based management across multiple specialties while maintaining a patient-centered approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMER Geriatric Medicine for Primary Care 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a multidisciplinary review of modern geriatric medicine, rheumatology, and ophthalmology tailored specifically to office-based practice. The course emphasizes early diagnosis, functional assessment, guideline-directed treatment, preventive strategies, medication safety, and individualized care planning for older adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThrough practical clinical cases and expert guidance, participants strengthen diagnostic reasoning, improve therapeutic decision-making, and gain confidence managing the medical conditions most commonly affecting aging populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eAfter completing this course, participants will be able to:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eEvaluate and manage musculoskeletal disorders commonly affecting older adults.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eDevelop individualized treatment plans for osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eDiagnose and treat gout and calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease (pseudogout).\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eAssess gait disorders and implement effective falls prevention strategies.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eApply current recommendations for osteoporosis screening and treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eRecognize common ophthalmologic conditions encountered in primary care.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eEvaluate blurred vision, dry eye disease, and red eye presentations.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eImprove comprehensive care for older adults using evidence-based multidisciplinary approaches.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch1\u003eComprehensive Topics Covered\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eGeriatric Medicine\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eDevelop practical approaches to the comprehensive assessment and management of older adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eComprehensive geriatric assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eFrailty\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eFunctional decline\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eHealthy aging\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePolypharmacy\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eMultimorbidity\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePreventive care\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eShared decision-making\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFaculty emphasize individualized treatment plans that preserve independence and improve quality of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eMusculoskeletal Disorders in Older Adults\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eReview the diagnosis and treatment of common musculoskeletal conditions affecting elderly patients.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eChronic musculoskeletal pain\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eDegenerative joint disease\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eSoft tissue disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eFunctional impairment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eMobility preservation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eNon-operative management\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003ePain Management in Geriatrics\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eLearn evidence-based strategies for treating pain while minimizing medication-related complications.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eChronic pain assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eMultimodal pain management\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePharmacologic therapy\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eNon-pharmacologic interventions\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eMedication safety\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eOpioid stewardship\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eOsteoarthritis\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eStrengthen your understanding of current evidence-based management for osteoarthritis.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eClinical diagnosis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eConservative treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eExercise therapy\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eWeight management\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePharmacologic options\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eJoint injections\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eSurgical referral\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFaculty review updated treatment recommendations aimed at improving mobility and reducing pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eInflammatory Arthritis\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eImprove recognition and management of inflammatory rheumatic diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eRheumatoid arthritis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePolymyalgia rheumatica\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eSeronegative arthritis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eAutoimmune disease\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eLaboratory evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eDifferential diagnosis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eParticipants learn when early referral and disease-modifying therapy are indicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eOsteoporosis \u0026amp; Bone Health\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eReview current recommendations for fracture prevention and osteoporosis management.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBone mineral density testing\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eFracture risk assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBisphosphonate therapy\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eCalcium and vitamin D\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eSecondary osteoporosis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eLong-term treatment strategies\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eGout \u0026amp; Crystal Arthropathies\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eDevelop practical approaches to diagnosing and treating crystal-induced arthritis.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eGout\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eHyperuricemia\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePseudogout (CPPD)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eAcute flare management\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eUrate-lowering therapy\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eLong-term prevention\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eFalls Prevention \u0026amp; Gait Disorders\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eReduce fall-related injuries through comprehensive mobility assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eGait assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBalance disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eFall risk evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eAssistive devices\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eRehabilitation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eExercise programs\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eInjury prevention\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eOphthalmology for Primary Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eReview common eye disorders encountered in outpatient practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eVision screening\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eComprehensive eye evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eAge-related eye disease\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eReferral guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eClinical decision-making\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003eDry Eye, Red Eye \u0026amp; Blurred Vision\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eEnhance recognition of common ophthalmologic complaints requiring primary care evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eDry eye disease\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eRed eye\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBlurred vision\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eConjunctivitis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eCorneal disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eUrgent ophthalmic referral\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eDifferential diagnosis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eFaculty discuss practical examination techniques and warning signs requiring specialist consultation.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch1\u003eLearning Objectives\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eUpon completion of this educational activity, participants will be able to:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eEvaluate and manage common musculoskeletal disorders in older adults.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eApply evidence-based therapies for osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eAssess chronic pain and develop individualized treatment plans for elderly patients.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePrevent falls through comprehensive gait assessment and risk reduction strategies.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eDiagnose and manage osteoporosis using current clinical guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eRecognize and treat gout and pseudogout.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eEvaluate common ophthalmologic complaints including dry eye, red eye, and blurred vision.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eUtilize eye examination findings to improve diagnosis and clinical decision-making in primary care.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch1\u003eEducational Highlights\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eGeriatric Medicine\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eHealthy Aging\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eOsteoarthritis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eRheumatoid Arthritis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eInflammatory Arthritis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eOsteoporosis\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBone Health\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBisphosphonate Therapy\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eGout\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePseudogout (CPPD)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eChronic Pain\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eFalls Prevention\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eGait Disorders\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eOphthalmology\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eDry Eye Disease\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eRed Eye Evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eBlurred Vision\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eVision Screening\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePrimary Care Medicine\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eContinuing Medical Education (CME)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy This Course Stands Out\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMER Geriatric Medicine for Primary Care – Geriatrics, Ophthalmology \u0026amp; Rheumatology 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a uniquely integrated educational experience that addresses three essential disciplines in the care of older adults. Rather than focusing on isolated diseases, the course emphasizes practical outpatient management of age-related musculoskeletal disorders, visual impairment, chronic pain, mobility challenges, and rheumatologic diseases using current evidence-based guidelines. Through expert instruction and clinically relevant case discussions, participants gain practical knowledge that improves diagnostic confidence, promotes healthy aging, and enhances patient-centered care.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch1\u003eTarget Audience\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eThis educational activity is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePrimary Care Physicians\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eFamily Medicine Physicians\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eInternal Medicine Physicians\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eGeriatricians\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eOphthalmologists\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eRheumatologists\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eNurse Practitioners\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003ePhysician Assistants\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eHospitalists\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eResidents and Fellows\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003eNurses and Allied Healthcare Professionals involved in geriatric care\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Choose This Course?\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eWhether you practice primary care, geriatrics, rheumatology, ophthalmology, or internal medicine, \u003cstrong\u003eMER Geriatric Medicine for Primary Care – Geriatrics, Ophthalmology \u0026amp; Rheumatology 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e provides an outstanding evidence-based review of the medical conditions most commonly affecting older adults. Featuring expert faculty, practical case-based discussions, updated clinical guidelines, and multidisciplinary management strategies, this course equips clinicians with the knowledge needed to optimize functional health, preserve independence, and improve quality of life in aging patients.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv contenteditable=\"false\"\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e4. Topics\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGeriatrics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-684\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1535\"\u003eCommon Musculoskeletal Problems in the Elderly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1535\"\u003e: Discuss strategies to minimize musculoskeletal problems in the elderly patient population\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,0,1,2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-685\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1534\"\u003eUpdate in Pharmacology for Arthritis in the Older Adult\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1534\"\u003e: Review risks and benefits of traditional NSAIDs and cox-2 inhibitors; analgesics (narcotics and tramadol) and acetaminophen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,1,2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-686\" data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1533\"\u003ePain Management in the Older Adult\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1533\"\u003e: Assessment and management of pain in the older adult\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-687\" data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1532\"\u003eGeriatric Gait Disorders \u0026amp; Falls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1532\"\u003e: Diagnosing problems associated with gait abnormalities; considering causes and prevention of falls; exercise training, aerobics, balance training, resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRheumatology\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-688\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1531\"\u003eOsteoarthritis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1531\"\u003e: Pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,0,1,2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-689\" data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDifferential Diagnosis of Inflammatory Arthritis\u003c\/b\u003e: Clinical presentation and laboratory work-up and treatment for rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, spondyloarthropathies (SPA), infectious arthritis and systemic sclerosis; Treatment of RA with DMARDs; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1530\"\u003eTreatment principles of SLE, Sjogren’s, SPA and PMR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,4\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-690\" data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1528\"\u003eOsteoporosis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1528\"\u003e: Review the epidemiology and pathophysiology of osteoporosis along with interpretation of DEXA scans and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1528 citation-1529 citation-end-1529\"\u003e FRAX risk assessment; up-to-date therapeutic options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1,2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1527 citation-end-1527\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-691\" data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1525 citation-1526\"\u003eCrystal Disease: Gout \u0026amp; Pseudogout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1525 citation-1526 citation-end-1526\"\u003e: Properly diagnosing and treating crystal diseases such as gout and pseudogout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1524 citation-end-1524\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-692\" data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1523 citation-end-1523\"\u003eOphthalmology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-693\" data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1522 citation-end-1522\"\u003eAp\u003c\/span\u003eproach to the Aging Eye\u003c\/b\u003e: Differentiation between “normal” aging process and the “diseases” of ocular aging; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0,2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1521\"\u003eHighlighting of the most common issues facing the aging population with respect to ophthalmology: macular degeneration, diabetes and glaucoma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0,4\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-694\" data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDry Eye\u003c\/b\u003e: The role of age, hormone levels and environmental factors in producing dry eyes; Differentiating and understanding triggers of dry eye disease; The ocular role in photophobia and migraine; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1520\"\u003eOverview of treatment options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0,4\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-695\" data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBlurred Vision\u003c\/b\u003e: Blurred vision is a common problem seen in primary care and the emergency room. Lecture will develop an algorithm to evaluate, triage and treat these patients. When should someone with a complaint of blurred vision be sent to an ophthalmologist? When should an imaging study be done? What could be causing this problem in the first place? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1519\"\u003eLecture will address these questions and others\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0,4\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_2b3994a0a734b409-696\" data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOphthalmic Manifestations of Systemic Diseases\u003c\/b\u003e: In this talk we will explore the variety of ways that examination of the eye can impact the diagnosis, treatment and clinical decision making for patients seen on a daily basis in primary care offices. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1518\"\u003eWe will discuss vascular, hematologic, respiratory and autoimmune conditions with attention to the ways in which a patients’ care can be positively influenced by taking into account the information available from visual system analysis and monitoring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0,4\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Meducourse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43163710029922,"sku":"MED-AMB09652","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/9549\/6802\/files\/MER-Primary-Care-Conferences-Geriatric-Medicine-for-Primary-Care-Geri-Ophth-Rheum-Apr-24-26-2026.jpg?v=1785419487","url":"https:\/\/meducourse.com\/products\/mer-primary-care-conferences-geriatric-medicine-for-primary-care-geri-ophth-rheum-apr-24-26-2026","provider":"Meducourse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}