New Orleans, Louisiana CME Conference - 12 Hours March 13-14, 2026
Discover New Orleans, LA: Primary Care CME Topics for Internal Medicine, Family Practice, APNs, Specialists
Join us March 13-14, 2026 for our 12-Hour CME course (with 1 Hour of Ethics) NOLA Conference
Experience the vibrant culture and history of New Orleans at our upcoming CME conference. Explore the French Quarter, lively music scene, and world-famous cuisine while attending professional sessions designed for physicians, NPs, and PAs. From strolling along the Mississippi River to savoring beignets at Café du Monde, combine learning with the unforgettable energy and charm of one of America’s most iconic cities.
General Info:
- March 13-14, 2026; interested in New Orleans, LA but on a different date? Check out our CME Anywhere or Custom CME offer.
- Morning CME, afternoons/evenings free to have fun and explore the town
- Course agenda times below are estimates and are subject to change
- Full hot breakfast included for hotel guests!
- Live Streaming available (if you prefer to watch from your laptop)
- Free evening social hour to include snacks and 2 drink tickets for hotel guests!
- Sign up for the conference below. Hotel room is NOT included. Book your hotel room separately using the link under Hotel/Venue tab below to take advantage of the group discount!
- Total of 12 CME credit hours (AAFP Prescribed Credit/AMA PRA Category 1 Credit – click for info)
Total of 12 CME credit hours including 1 Hour of Ethics Credit (AAFP Prescribed Credit/AMA PRA Category 1/AOA Category 2a Credit and more – click for info)
12 Hour Top Chronic Diseases CME
- Pulmonary:
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Asthma
- Cardiovascular:
- Heart Failure
- HTN/HTN urgency/resistant HTN
- Coronary Artery Disease/CCD
- Endocrine:
- Diabetes Mellitus type 2
- Obesity
- Renal:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Neurology & Psychiatry:
- Depression
- Dementia
- Ethics:
- Addressing the Rise of Chronic Disease in the Modern Age
- Rapid Review
- Pulmonary:
We welcome all health care providers: MD, DO, NP, PA, primary care and specialists. Come Travel and Learn with us! Enjoy a wonderful medical seminar and network with colleagues!
Friday March 13, 2026
7:30am to 2:30pm includes morning break and one hour lunch break.
Day 1 Topics will include:
- Hypertension/Resistant HTN/Hypertensive urgency
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Asthma
- Heart Failure
- Obesity
- Depression
Specific times for each topic are available upon request
Saturday March 14, 2026
7:30am to 2:30pm includes morning break and one hour lunch break.
Day 2 Topics will include:
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Dementia
- Ethics: Addressing the Rise of Chronic Diseas
- Rapid Review of all topics
Specific times for each topic are available upon request
- <7 days after purchase date: 100 % refund (minus $75 processing fee) or apply full costs to another conference within the next 12 months
- >7 days after purchase date: You may either apply full costs to another conference within the next 12 months or get access to any of our CME online courses
- Please send an email to info@cmetravelacademy.com indicating a reason for cancellation and your preferences regarding reimbursement
The Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
- Click here to take advantage of our group rates!
- Reservations may also be made by calling 1-800-325-0720 and referring to your group number 10163857.
- Please make your reservations by Tuesday, January 27, 2026 to receive your group rate.
Our New Orleans CME Conference will be hosted at the Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans, ideally located in the heart of downtown.
Walking distance to the French Quarter, Bourbon Street, and the Warehouse District
Close to the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Convention Center, and riverfront attractions
Spacious guest rooms with modern amenities and city views
Complimentary hot breakfast and evening reception with drinks and snacks
Outdoor rooftop pool, whirlpool, and 24-hour fitness center
The Drury Plaza offers comfort, convenience, and easy access to New Orleans’ rich culture, dining, and music scene — making it the perfect setting for learning and relaxation.
- Internal Medicine Providers (IM)
- Family physicians (FP)
- Specialists
- Nurse Practitioners (NP)
- Physician Assistants (PA)
- Other health care providers
- Renowned Author: Health in Flames: A Doctor’s Prescription for Living BEYOND Diet and Exercise
- 2022 Independent Author Network Category Finalist (Health/Medicine)
- 2023 Eric Hoffer Grand Prize Short List
- 2023 Eric Hoffer Montaigne Medal Finalist
- 2023 Eric Hoffer First Horizon Award Finalist
- 2023 Eric Hoffer Category First Runner-UP (Health)
- 2023 IndieReader Discovery Award Category Winner (Finance/Investing/Economics)
- Popular Speaker: TEDxNorthwesternU Speaker, University Grand Rounds, CME programs, TV and Media appearances)
- Experienced Chief Quality Officer
- Experienced Chief of Family Medicine
- Masters in Healthcare Quality and Safety
- Faculty School of Population Health University of Texas Dell Medical School
- Family Physician at The Austin Diagnostic Clinic
- George Curriculum Vitae
- Author: Case Files Microbiology and Pharmacology
- Contributor to multiple textbooks including 5 Minute Clinical Consult, USMLE step 3 review books, Case Files Family Medicine
- Multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Peer Reviewer for Several Journals
- Advocacy and Leadership roles at Local, State, and National Committees including HCAFP, TAFP, AAFP, HCMS
- Member of Various Practice Guideline Committees
- Experienced Core Faculty and Family Medicine Residency Director
- Consultant for Graduate Medical Education Program
- Clinical Professor
- Harris County Chapter Academy Family Physicians President
- Experienced Speaker (CME programs, Grand Rounds, Faculty Development, National Professional Meetings, TV and Media)
- Experienced in performing and training students/residents/faculty in multiple inpatient and outpatient procedures
- Full Scope Family Medicine including Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Office Procedures.
- Dr. Pillai Curriculum Vitae