2026 MAPA Fall CME Conference
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Grand Traverse Resort and Spa
100 Grand Traverse Village Boulevard Williamsburg, MI 49690 United States
Let's do it again in Traverse City this fall!
You can now register for MAPA 2026 and book your hotel 🏨 at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. Don't wait - registering early lets you take advantage of early bird rates 🐦 and secure your spot at the conference.
🌟 Why You Should Attend
At MAPA 2026, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Share knowledge 📚 with the PA community
- Explore current research 🔬
- Connect with colleagues 🤝 and expand your network
You’ll have access to sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to help you grow professionally and collaborate with peers.
💵 Registration Rates
- Early Bird Registration through July 31, 2026🐦
- Regular Registration August 1-October 9, 2026
- Onsite Registration after October 9, 2026 (onsite)
Member
Fellow, Fellow (auto-pay), Premium, Associate, Affiliate, Retired and Student
| Credits | Price | |
|---|---|---|
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Member - Early Bird
This ticket includes access to CME sessions from October 15–17, as well as breakfast, lunch, and beverages during scheduled breaks, plus admission to the Thursday evening reception and the Quiz Bowl. |
40.00 (CME) | $425.00 |
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Member - Regular
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40.00 (CME) | $470.00 |
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Member - Onsite
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40.00 (CME) | $500.00 |
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Member - Retired
** Retired members are not eligible to claim CME credits. However, if you wish to earn CME credits, you must register at the full member rate. |
$210.00 | |
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Student Member
* CME credits are not available to students. To be eligible, you must register at the full member rate. |
$125.00 | |
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Student Member Onsite
* CME credits are not available to students. To be eligible, you must register at the full member rate. |
$165.00 |
Non-Member
Any expired PA, prospect PA, PA student or vendor
| Credits | Price | |
|---|---|---|
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Non-Member - Early Bird
This ticket includes access to CME sessions from October 15-17, breakfast, lunch, and beverages during breaks, the Thursday evening reception, and the Quiz Bowl. It also includes a MAPA membership that expires one year from today. |
40.00 (CME) | $615.00 |
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Non-Member - Regular
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40.00 (CME) | $660.00 |
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Non-Member - Onsite
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40.00 (CME) | $700.00 |
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Non-Member - Student
*CME credits are not available to students. To be eligible, you must register at the full member rate. |
$165.00 |
Workshops
Hands-On Workshops
| Credits | Price | |
|---|---|---|
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POCUS for the Short of Breath Patient Workshop NEW
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
2.00 (CME) | $50.00 |
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EKG Workshop - NEW!
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
2.00 (CME) | $50.00 |
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Outpatient Wound Repair Techniques - NEW!
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
3.00 (CME) | $50.00 |
Join us in shaping the future of healthcare!
Gold, Silver and Bronze Level Sponsors and MORE.
View the 2026 Sponsor Prospectus
Sponsor or exhibit at the MAPA 2026 Fall CME Conference to showcase your commitment to innovation, collaboration and excellence. Connect with industry leaders, engage with a diverse audience, and make a lasting impact.
Fantastic opportunities available:
- Gold Sponsor - Lunch Product Theater - 3 of 6 available
- Silver Sponsor - Breakfast Product Theater - 2 of 3 available
- Bronze Sponsor - sponsored Wi-Fi and branded guest room keys (SOLD OUT)
- Lanyard Sponsor - branded lanyards worn by all PAs (SOLD OUT)
- Exhibitor - 8'x10' exhibit booth located in either the exhibit hall room or the high-traffic pre-function area
Purchase a Sponsorship or Exhibit Booth
Let's work together.
Questions?
Contact Dana J. Murn, CAE, MAPA Academy Director
2026 MAPA Fall Conference Exhibit Floorplan
Hands-On Workshops: Learn From the Experts
We are offering three NEW AND UPDATED workshops. To participate, you must first be registered for the fall conference.
POCUS for the Short of Breath Patient: A Hands-On Cardiac and Lung Ultrasound Workshop
Thursday, October 15, 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
Cost: $50 per person
Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has become an invaluable bedside tool for evaluating patients with dyspnea. This interactive workshop combines a focused didactic session with extensive hands-on scanning to teach participants practical cardiac and lung ultrasound techniques that can be immediately incorporated into clinical practice. Learners will recognize common sonographic findings associated with heart failure, pleural effusion, pericardial effusion, right ventricular strain, and pneumothorax while gaining confidence in image acquisition and clinical interpretation through case-based instruction.
EKG Workshop
Friday, October 16, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Cost: $50 per person
For Physician Assistants, the ability to interpret an EKG is a vital, life-saving skill that allows for rapid identification of cardiac emergencies, facilitates early diagnosis of arrhythmias or ischemia, and supports patient triage. Because PAs often work as the first point of contact in emergency departments, urgent care, or clinics, swift EKG evaluation determines immediate treatment steps.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Identify electrical components of the cardiac cycle in sinus rhythm
- Identify bradyarrhythmic rhythms
- Identify tachyarrhythmic rhythms
Outpatient Wound Repair Techniques: From Assessment to Closure
Saturday, October 17, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Cost: $50 per person
Laceration repair is one of the most common procedures performed in urgent care, primary care, emergency medicine, and other ambulatory settings, yet many clinicians report limited opportunities to develop and maintain procedural confidence. This interactive workshop is designed to provide practical, evidence-based training in the evaluation, repair, and management of common wounds encountered in everyday clinical practice.
Participants will learn how to assess wounds, select the most appropriate closure method, and avoid common pitfalls that can affect healing, cosmetic outcomes, and patient satisfaction. Through live demonstration and dedicated hands-on practice, participants will refine their procedural skills while receiving individualized instruction and real-world clinical pearls from experienced clinicians and educators.
Whether you are a student seeking foundational skills or an experienced clinician looking to enhance procedural confidence, this workshop will provide practical techniques that can be immediately applied in clinical practice.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Evaluate common outpatient wounds and select the most appropriate closure technique based on wound characteristics, patient factors, and desired cosmetic and functional outcomes
- Demonstrate proficiency in fundamental wound closure techniques, including simple interrupted, running, horizontal mattress, and vertical mattress sutures, with an emphasis on proper technique and complication prevention
- Apply evidence-based approaches to outpatient wound management, including the use of staples, tissue adhesives, adhesive strips, nailbed injury evaluation, wound aftercare, and patient education
Questions?
Contact Julie Frinzi, MAPA Meetings Director
Traverse City in the Fall!
Indulge in a luxurious getaway at the stunning Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Acme, MI. Our exclusive room block is now available, offering you a comfortable and convenient stay.
Room rates are quoted per room, per night, based on single/double occupancy, and are subject to state taxes as well as the convention and visitor's bureau assessment. A resort fee of $20.95 per room, per night will also apply. Please note, the room block will close on September 13, 2026, or once all rooms are booked.
Book online or call 231-534-6001 using the group code MAPA026.
Hotel Guestroom $239
Tower Guestroom $284
One Bedroom Condo $284
Two Bedroom Condo $335
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa
100 Grand Traverse Village Boulevard
PO Box 404
Acme, MI 49610-0404
231-534-6000
Don't wait, reserve your room today!
The conference will begin at 8:00 AM on Thursday, October 15 and end at 5:00 PM on Saturday, October 17.
For More Information:
N83W13410 Leon RoadMenomonee Falls, Wisconsin 53051
United States 517-318-0511