“Be confident in what you can do, and do it well. But don’t be a maverick – don’t be afraid to ask for help. And remember, it’s not as if physician assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs) need help and physicians do not. Everyone in health care asks for help – in fact, that is the very nature of a ‘consultation!” So says Jerry Weniger PhD, ATC, PA-C, a PA in orthopedic CME who speaks at many of Skin, Bones, Hearts & Private Parts’ Online CME and in-person CME Conferences. That focus on education, lifelong learning, and nurturing one’s interest in asking questions and seeking answers is at the crux of all of our CME programming – with orthopedics a cornerstone of our curricula. 

If you need orthopedic CME before the end of the calendar year, we have ONE remaining in-person conference – also available virtually – in Las Vegas, NV from November 12-15, 2024, where an entire day will be dedicated to orthopedics. Taught by Laurel Short, DNP, FNP-C, AQH, topics include MSK exams, pharmacologic management, energy deficiency in sport, and common mistakes in spine assessment. Earn up to 6.5 CME credits with this one day alone! (Earn up to 39 CME credits and 7 APRN Pharmacology credits for the full, four-day conference, with topics also including dermatology, diabetes, cardiology & emergency medicine, pain management and pharmacology, and women’s health.)

Have more wriggle room and looking for a destination-location CME Conference in 2025? Check out our eight conference locations beginning in May 2025!

Orthopedic CME, On-Demand 

Is On-demand CME programming more to your liking? Our dedicated Orthopedics CME package, worth up to 12.5 CME credit hours and taught by both Laurel Short and Jerry Weniger, includes:

• Mastering Your MSK Exam
• Key Strategies for Pharmacologic Migraine Management (Rx = .50)
• Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport
• The Three Common Mistakes in Spine Assessment 
• Foot & Ankle Pathologies You May be Missing
• Atypical Hand, Wrist & Finger Injuries
• Simplifying Evaluation of Common Shoulder Problems
• Making Physical Exam of the Knee More Clear
• ED Case Studies in Medical Malpractice (Rx = .25).

In our “Best of the Best of 2024” On-demand CME package, the orthopedics course includes four of the above topics: Mastering Your MSK Exam, Migraine Management, Simplifying Evaluation of Shoulder Problems, and Making Physical Exam of the Knee More Clear.

Benefits of Orthopedics-Focused CME for NPs, PAs & RNs

• Enhanced Clinical Skills. Orthopedic CME courses provide PAs, RNs, and NPs with up-to-date knowledge on the latest diagnostic and treatment techniques for musculoskeletal conditions. This leads to improved hands-on skills in evaluating and managing orthopedic injuries, fractures, and joint diseases.
• Expanded Scope of Practice. For NPs and PAs, completing orthopedic CME can allow them to handle more complex cases, enhancing their ability to independently manage conditions such as osteoarthritis, sprains, and fractures. RNs can better assist in surgeries or post-operative care.
• Improved Patient Outcomes. By staying current on advancements in orthopedic care, practitioners can provide more accurate diagnoses, effective treatment plans, and appropriate referrals, ultimately improving patient outcomes and recovery times.
• Credentials & Career Advancement. Earning CME credits in a specialized area like orthopedics can help PAs, RNs, and NPs meet state licensure renewal requirements and credentialing standards for hospitals or clinics. It also enhances their resume, potentially leading to job promotions or specialized roles.
• Confidence in Decision-Making. With a deeper understanding of orthopedic conditions, practitioners can make more confident clinical decisions. They’ll be better equipped to interpret imaging, initiate treatment plans, and determine when to refer patients for surgical consultation.
• Patient Education & Counseling. CME courses improve communication skills by teaching best practices. They educate patients about prevention strategies, rehabilitation exercises, and long-term care options for chronic orthopedic issues.
• Cost-Effective, Accessible Learning. Many orthopedic CME courses are available online, allowing PAs, RNs, and NPs to access high-quality education in a flexible, cost-effective format that fits their schedules.

By participating in these courses, healthcare professionals can elevate their knowledge, stay competitive in their field, and provide enhanced orthopedic care to their patients.

In-Person and Online Orthopedic CME for Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians

Whether you take in an in-person CME Conference at a destination location, or via our on-demand courses, like our Best of the Best of 2024, or virtual CME conferences, you’ll learn from the best of the medical community as you earn CME credits, network, and gain knowledge on cardiology and emergency medicine, dermatology, diabetes, orthopedics, pain management, pharmacology & prescribing and women’s health. We also offer the best value per CME credit in the CME training industry!