Family Medicine Update - Spring 2026

Bloomington, MN US
April 21, 2026

In today’s rapidly changing, dynamic health care environment, the practice of family medicine has become more complex than ever. Not only are clinicians addressing the typical myriad of daily demands associated with the never-ending pursuit to keep current on clinical best practices and emerging treatments, they also increasingly face issues such as unprecedented levels of burnout, resource and staffing constraints, changing and evolving models of care and reimbursement, and structural and system limitations and policies that directly impact the care they provide. Additionally, the demands within a large group practice can cause feelings of isolation and prevent time and space for networking and community building to develop strong support systems and high functioning teams. In order to navigate these challenges and advance our goals to operate as One Care Group, clinicians need ongoing training, tools and strategies to maintain competency and nurture connections. 

This comprehensive update designed for HealthPartners and Park Nicollet family medicine clinicians will highlight the latest recommendations involving medical specialties routinely encountered in the primary care setting that can be applied immediately into practice. Remaining up-to-date on current trends, best practices and medical skills is imperative for primary care clinicians to provide accessible, cost-effective, and high-quality care that results in better experiences for both patients and clinicians.

This activity is intended for our internal audience only. A login using the HealthPartners Login with your network credentials is required to register.

Target Audience

HealthPartners and Park Nicollet department of family medicine clinicians

Learning Objectives

Following this learning activity, participants will be able to:

  • Apply evidence-based strategies in the diagnosis and management of common medical conditions seen in primary care
  • Implement best practices for appropriate work-up, management and referrals in primary care
  • Summarize and adopt processes, tools, and workflows to support patient care and clinician wellbeing
  • Develop and deepen clinician relationships within the family medicine department by creating connections and building community
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 5.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 5.75 Attendance
    This program is designed to meet the Minnesota Board of Nursing’s requirements. It is the responsibility of each nurse to determine if the program meets the criteria for licensure or recertification in their discipline.
Course opens: 
01/01/2026
Course expires: 
05/21/2026
Event starts: 
04/21/2026 - 9:00am CDT
Event ends: 
04/21/2026 - 3:45pm CDT
Cost:
$30.00
Rating: 
0

Agenda

  Tuesday, April 21, 2026
8:30 a.m. Arrival and record attendance 
9:00 Welcome and announcements 
9:05 Current State of HealthcareMark Sannes, MD
9:50 Top 10 Practice Changing StudiesZach Merten, MD
10:35 Break 
10:45 HypothyroidismJasleen Kaur, MD
11:30 Mental Health in GeriatricsAnne McDonald, MSW, LICSW
Noon Lunch (provided) 
12:15 p.m. Family Medicine Department MeetingMichael Stiffman, MD
Alexandra Oleinik, DO
1:00 Finish lunch / Break / Be Well 
1:15 Balance in the ElderlyMartha Nance, MD
2:00 PT for Balance & Neurodegenerative DisordersJessica Buss, PT, DPT
2:45 Break 
3:00 Pediatric Lecture (topic TBD)Andrea Singh, MD
3:45 Adjourn 

 

HealthPartners 8170: Superior Room
8170 33rd Ave S
Bloomington, MN 55425
United States

Folks that have pre-registered for this conference will receive temporary access to the 8170 parking ramp for the day. Parking is also available in the visitor lot. All guests must check in with the Security Desk upon arrival. 

Visitor Directions to HealthPartners 8170

Content Reviewer

Andrea MulhausenJohnson, MD has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Course Director(s)

Andrea MulhausenJohnson, MD, MPH

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Faculty/Instructor(s)

Jasleen Kaur, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Anne McDonald, MSW, LICSW

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Zachary Merten, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Martha Nance, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Alexandra Oleinik, D.O.

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Mark Sannes, MD, MS, FIDSA, FACP

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Andrea Singh, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Michael Stiffman, MD, MSPH

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Moderator(s)

Claire Adamski, MPAS, PA-C

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Elizabeth Hebl, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Andrea MulhausenJohnson, MD, MPH

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Alexandra Oleinik, D.O.

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Michael Stiffman, MD, MSPH

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Planner(s)

Claire Adamski, MPAS, PA-C

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Elizabeth Hebl, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Andrea MulhausenJohnson, MD, MPH

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Alexandra Oleinik, D.O.

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Michael Stiffman, MD, MSPH

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

HealthPartners is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

HealthPartners Office of Continuing Medical Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This program is designed to meet the Minnesota Board of Nursing requirements. It is the responsibility of each participant to determine if the program meets the criteria for licensure or recertification for their discipline.

Available Credit

  • 5.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 5.75 Attendance
    This program is designed to meet the Minnesota Board of Nursing’s requirements. It is the responsibility of each nurse to determine if the program meets the criteria for licensure or recertification in their discipline.

Price

Cost:
$30.00
Please login or register to take this course.


This activity is intended for our internal audience only. A login using the HealthPartners Login with your network credentials is required to register.

Once you are logged in to your account, click Add to Cart to continue.
 

Please review our Cancellation and Refund Policy.
Cancellations must be received by 5:00 p.m. Central Time on April 13th, 2026. No refunds will be issued after this time. 

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