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Winter Symposium

Midwest Winter Symposium

January 23-27, 2025 – IN-PERSON

Mountain Grand Lodge – Boyne Mountain, Michigan


We hope you consider joining your EM colleagues at the 2025 MCEP Winter Symposium, a CME event designed to provide the latest information on the hot topics that affect your practice. This year’s agenda will again include interactive lecture presented by local and regional experts and will also offer time for social and networking opportunities.

Registration Information


2025 Registration Fees Information to Come

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All Refunds must be requested in writing.  If your written cancellation is received by December 31, 2023, you will receive a full refund minus a $100 processing fee.  Cancellations received between December 31, 2023 and January 20, 2024 will receive a 50% refund less a $100 processing fee.  No refunds will be processed on cancellations received on or after January 21, 2024 – no exceptions. 
 
*Medical Student & Resident fees are non-refundable
 

**Regpack Purchase Protection is offered through the Regpack Registration System not MCEP. If you purchase their purchase protection refunds will be issued through Regpack not MCEP. Please contact purchaseprotection@regpacks.com with any questions relating to refunds through their purchase protection.

For further registration assistance, please contact the MCEP office at (517) 327-5700 or mcep@mcep.org.

 

Brochure/Program Schedule

2025 Midwest Winter Symposium Brochure to come

2025 Schedule to come.

 

Location & Accommodations


Mountain Grand Lodge and Spa

1 Boyne Mountain Road
Boyne Falls, MI  49713
 
2025 MCEP Group Room Reservation Link to come.
 
Please note that after the cut-off date of 12/24/2024 you will have to call Central Reservations at 800.462.6963 and ask for the Michigan College of Emergency Physicians to book their reservations, based on availability.
 
*Boyne Mountain is a destination vacation spot in Michigan, especially in the winter months – it is advised to make any room reservations as early as possible.
 
Boyne Spa – Nestled in, and inspired by the natural beauty it looks out on, The Spa at Boyne Mountain is an extension of the full alpine experience. With amenities you can expect of the resort – cedar saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools, relaxation lounges, fitness facilities, and a full salon, this space and our time is all about you.
 
Please note: Boyne Mountain Resort is a Cashless Resort. More information can be found here.
 
 

2025 Discounted Lift Tickets


Boyne is excited to offer a new added value to guests coming with a large group – discounted lift tickets!  Those who register for the Symposium will receive an e-mail with this information when they register that will include a discount link and a Group Sales Validation Code to purchase lift tickets.

ATTENTION FAMILIES:  Some of our attendees have shared there is an APP available (MSIA Cold is Cool App) allowing 4th and 5th grade students the opportunity to ski all winter long.  Families can obtain a Cold is Cool Ski & Ride Passport App for their 4th and/or 5th graders that gives them up to three free lift tickets or trail passes at 29 participating ski areas (including Boyne Mountain), plus additional discounts on the slopes and in Michigan ski shops. MSIA charges $30 for the passport; $25 covers operating expenses and $5 goes to MIsnow, a new charitable organization that helps get underprivileged kids out on our slopes & trails in the winter. Please follow the link for additional information:  https://www.goskimichigan.com/cold-is-cool/

 

Medical Student Forum – Saturday, January 25, 2025


During the Midwest Winter Symposium, MCEP will be holding a Medical Student Forum for M1s though M4s, both MD & DO Michigan students. The forum will include small group advising, a residency fair, simulation as well as a resident panel.  Registration will be limited.

The cost to attend is $45 and includes the Forum on Saturday, 1/25/25 and the MCEP Evening Reception on Friday, 1/24/25, as well as breakfast and a box lunch during the Forum.  You are also welcome to attend any of the Midwest Winter Symposium’s educational sessions that may be of interest to you.  Please note the fee does not include accommodations or skiing/lift tickets.

Please be sure to secure your accommodations soon!  If you wish to stay on property at Boyne Mountain you can use the group reservation link above.

2025 Medical Student Forum Draft Agenda To Come.

Registration link to come.

There are only 40 spots open. The first 40 PAID in full are eligible to attend the Medical Student Forum. There will be a waitlist in case any students drop out. The fee is $45 to attend. If you are registered for the conference, that does NOT mean you are registered for the Medical Student Forum. You must scroll down to “Extra Events” and select the Medical Student Forum and input the additional information required.

 

Continuing Education Credits


2025 CME Informaiton to come.

 
 

COVID-19 Considerations


MCEP will adhere to all current COVID-19 requirements imposed by the State of Michigan as well as all safety measure protocols in place at the Mountain Grand Lodge/Boyne Mountain and their local health department.  In addition, MCEP is actively monitoring COVID-19 in the Boyne Falls area and will follow all guidance regarding large group gatherings.

Waiver of liability: “I agree that by registering for the 2023 Midwest Winter Symposium I will indemnify and hold harmless the Michigan College of Emergency Physicians (MCEP) its volunteers, employees, and others working on behalf of MCEP against any and all claims, demands, suits, or loss, including all costs connected therewith, and for any damages which may be asserted, claimed, or recovered against or from MCEP including personal injury, illness, disability, and/or death to attendee, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Handouts


Any provided lecture handouts will be linked above, under the schedule, with a password protected page. All paid registrants will get the password to this page a week prior to the meeting.

 

Photo Disclaimer


Please note that photographs and footage will be taken throughout the Winter Symposium Conference. These will be used by MCEP for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media or in any third-party publication.  To opt-out please contact mcep@mcep.org.

 

Sponsorship


2025 Sponsor Form to Come

Special thanks to the following 2024 Midwest Winter Symposium Sponsors:

PRODUCT SHOWCASE

 

GOLD SPONSOR(S)

U.S. Army Healthcare Recruiting

EXHIBIT BOOTHS

Abbott

Abbvie Infectious Disease

Alexion

CSL Behring LLC

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

FujiFilm Sonosite

Genentech

Hantz Financial Services

Henry Ford HIV/Hep C Consult

Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

LogixHealth

Merck & Co., Inc

Pfizer

Zoll