2026 Evidence Based Drug Therapy Update

May 7-8, 2026

Crown Plaza Hotel
4831 Tanger Outlet Blvd
North Charleston, SC 

Conference Description

The Evidence-Based Drug Therapy Update is designed to assist primary care providers with the how, when and why to consider the application of new knowledge and/or new medications where appropriate based upon the evidence that is available at the time. Areas where considerable new information and/or medications have become available in the last year will be included in this update.

Statement of Purpose

Our primary goal is to provide these practitioners with the most appropriate, up-to-date, cost-effective and evidence based pharmacotherapy information so that they can apply this information to the care of their patients. Our overall goal is to assist these providers in obtaining the best patient oriented outcomes for their patients.

Overall Learning Objectives

At the completion of this conference, you should be better able to:

• Deliver practical updates and reviews covering the newest information and evidence-based guidelines on pharmacologic therapies for the most common health conditions prevalent in today’s healthcare environment
• Focus on strategies to improve quality, safety and efficiency in patient care during the ever-changing healthcare market
• Practice a team approach and apply the most evidence-based, non-biased and balanced healthcare decisions in a timely and accurate manner
• Prescribe appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic strategies in a cost-effective manner considering legal and liability exposure

Conference Brochure

Evidence Based Drug Therapy Update Conference Brochure can be found here. The agenda will follow soon. 

Topics will include:

• COPD
• Asthma
• Resistant hypertension
• Type 2 diabetes
• Updates in Hospital Medicine
• Immunizations
• Medical Management for Obesity
• Substance use disorder
• Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) vs. metabolic dysfunction-associated steatoheaptitis (MASH)
• Geriatrics
• Hormone replacement therapy (including both women's and men's health)
• Lipid management (less focused on clincial trials)
• Social determinants of health and primary care access in rural areas
• New Drug Update 2024-2025

Online Syllabus

The syllabus will be provided online during the conference, and for up to 30 days after the conference ends. Information will be emailed to you a few days prior to the conference so that you may download a copy.

Credit Designation

The Medical University of South Carolina designates this live activity for a maximum of 14.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAFP: Application for Continuing Medical Education credits has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credits is pending.

Nurses: Nursing Credit: Most states accept CMEs that apply to a specific nursing specialty as nursing continuing education. Please check with your respective State Board of Nursing to ascertain the equivalent number of contact hours offered for 14.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses: This continuing education activity awards a total of 14.0 PH (pharmacology hours). Hours are for controlled substances are TBD.

Pharmacy Accreditation: Pharmacy Accreditation: The Medical University of South Carolina is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This activity is eligible for ACPE credit; see final CPE activity announcement for specific details

PLEASE NOTE: For non-pharmacy attendees, you now receive your CME and CEU credits online. After the conference, you will be emailed instructions and a link to claim your credit online and print your credit certificate. On the registration form, please provide the email address that you actively use to ensure that you receive these important emails.

ACCESS TO RECORDED PRESENTATIONS

The MUSC Office of CME, with the permission of each speaker, will be recording each presentation of the conference. The videos will be posted online after the conference and be available for those who are not able to live stream the entire conference. Viewing the videos will offer the same amount of CME credit and can be viewed for up to 14 days following the posting date. The non-refundable fee for this service is $150.00 and is only available to individuals registered for the conference. Access to the videos will be granted to attendees who purchase this option in advance of the conference.

Credit Designation: The Medical University of South Carolina designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category I Credit(s)™ for each video. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Disclosure

In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education anyone involved in planning or presenting this educational activity will be required to disclose any financial relationships with any ineligible companies. An ineligible company is any entity whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, reselling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. Any financial relationships with these ineligible companies have been mitigated by the MUSC Office of CME. Speakers who incorporate information about off-label or investigational use of drugs or devices will be asked to disclose that information at the beginning of their presentation.

Accreditation

The Medical University of South Carolina is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Americans with Disabilities Act

It is the policy of the Medical University of South Carolina not to discriminate against any person on the basis of disabilities. If you feel you need services or the auxiliary aids mentioned in this act in order to fully participate in this continuing education activity, please call the Office of Continuing Medical Education at (843) 876-1925, or attach a note to your registration.

Registration Fee

	Early Bird (on or before 2/28/2026)	Regular (after 3/1/2026)
All Attendees (In-Person)	$500.00	$550.00
All Attendees (Virtual)	$525.00	$575.00
MUSC Students (In-Person or Virtual)	$250.00	$275.00
Access to Online Videos	$150.00	$150.00

The fee for live streaming the meeting includes tuition, online syllabus, and certificates of attendance. 

Registration Methods

(Please use ONE of these methods to register.  Do not mail if previously faxed or telephoned).

1. Online Registration Portal

2. Mail registration form with check made out to “Medical University of South Carolina” or credit card information to:                  
MUSC Office of CME                  
96 Jonathan Lucas Street            
HE601, MSC 754                  
Charleston, SC 29425

3. Call the CME Office to register (credit card payment only) at (843) 876-1925

4. Fax registration form (credit card payment only) to (843) 876-1931

5. Email registration form to cmeoffice@musc.edu

Hotel Information

Crowne Plaza Hotel
4831 Tanger Outlet Boulevard
North Charleston, SC 29418

Experience Genuine Southern Hospitality at the Crowne Plaza® hotel in North Charleston, ideally located near Boeing, the Charleston International Airport (CHS), Joint Base Charleston, and around the corner from the Convention Center and Performing Arts Center. We offer complimentary shuttle service to the airport and within a 3-mile radius, including the Tanger Outlet Mall. You can also visit historic downtown Charleston, just 10 minutes away.

The Crowne Plaza hotel is convenient to I-26 and I-526, making it easy access to Charleston’s rich history and tours or visits to one of South Carolina’s finest beaches: Folly Beach, Isle of Palms or Sullivan’s Island. Whether putting for par on the world-renowned golf courses in. Charleston or fishing and sailing, unforgettable experiences await every guest.

A block of rooms have been reserved at the discounted rate of $159.00, plus 14% tax. This special rate will be offered until Monday, April 6, 2026. To book your Hotel Reservations by phone, call 843-744-4422 or Toll Free 866-358-6255 and reference group “Evidence Based Drug Therapy”. To book your hotel reservation online, visit the following link or QR Code: https://tinyurl.com/2026EBDTUregistrations

Conference Cancellation

A refund will be made upon written request prior to April 7, 2026; however, $100 will be retained for administrative costs. No refunds will be made after April 7. 2026.  We reserve the right to cancel the program if necessary. Full registration fees will be refunded for cancelled programs. The Medical University of South Carolina cannot be responsible for reimbursement of airline or other transportation fares, hotel or rental car charges, including penalties. By registering for this conference, you agree to this cancellation policy.