20+ CMEs Anticipated, plus special events like Traditional Maine Lobster Dinner, Entertainment, Awards Luncheon, Kids Camp, 5K and other fun activities for the whole family!

MOA 113th Annual Convention: June 14th-16th 2024

The Samoset Resort, Rockport, ME

A Hybrid Event

The MOA’s Annual Convention is a celebration of Maine’s rich osteopathic profession. Offering 20+ CME credits, it is one of the largest medical education events for physicians in New England and attendees represent a range of specialties from all over the state and country. The Convention also includes the opportunity for national leadership to convene with our Maine leaders, presentation of the MOA’s Annual Awards and special traditions like our lobster dinner, entertainment show, MOA Kids Camp, etc.

Offering a mix of In Person & Virtual Sessions with flexible viewing options!
Access to ALL content will be available for 30 days post-event for CME credit for all attendees.

Early Registration Open Now!

Draft Agenda As of April 15th

Convention Theme

Anticipated Convention Hours & Events*:

Full Draft Agenda As of April 15th

Friday, June 14th: 9+ CMEs

  • 8:00AM-5:30PM CME Sessions Including: Primary Care for New Immigrant Families, Diagnosis and treatment of hyperthyroidism, Youth Suicide Prevention & Screening, Panel Discussion-- The Incarceration System, A Public Health Crisis, Exploring Unintended Pregnancy Among People with OUD, Heart Failure Eval/ Management
  • Potential Off site Lobster Dinner or Special Reception -- details still to come!

Saturday, June 15th: 5+ CMEs, Business Meeting, Awards luncheon, Kids Camp, Happy Hour & Entertainment Show

  • 7:00AM Sponsored Breakfast Session -- Topic: Alzheimer's Disease (Non-CME)    
  • 8:30AM Keynote TBA  
  • 10:00-11:30AM MOA Business Meeting
  • 12:00-1:00PM MOA Awards Luncheon 
  • 1:30-5:00PM CME Sessions Including: Osteopathic International Practice,  Integrative Approach to Improving Digestion, OMM Round Robin
  • 5:30PM- 7:30PM Happy Hour Reception & Entertainment
  • 5:30-8:00PM Camp MOA -- supervised fun for kids aged 3+

Sunday, June 16th - In Person Only Live CME Sessions, Access to On Demand Virtual Content (4 hrs anticipated)

  • 7:30AM Sponsored Breakfast Session -- Topic: TBA (non-CME)
  • 9:00AM-012:30PM CME Sessions Including: Stomatognathism: the relationship between the mandible and posture control, Now Urine the Know: Misconceptions and Management of 
    Bacteriuria, UTI, and Recurrent UTI, FDM workshop
  • Plus access 2-3 Virtual on Demand CME Sessions
  • Potential Wellness Activities: 5k Fun Run, Golf, Yoga, Pickleball/tennis, Ultimate backyard lawn games
* subject to change
 

Format:

Content will be presented in a hybrid format, with opportunity to watch sessions live in person, or online with access to content for 30 days post-event.

 

CME Accreditation: The Maine Osteopathic Association is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. The Maine Osteopathic Association designates this program for a minimum of 19.75 AOA Category 1-A credits (final determination pending final agenda) and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extend of the physician’s participation in this activity. 

Application for other credit types are pending.

DISCLOSURE AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST RESOLUTIONAll conflicts of interest of any individual(s) in a position to control the content of this CME activity will be identified and resolved prior to this educational activity being provided. Disclosure about provider and faculty relationships, or the lack thereof, will be provided to learners.

Registration Fees:

Early Registration Rates March 25th - April 15th:
MOA Member $520
Non Member $720
Students, Residents, Interns etc. in training --Complimentary 
Regular Registration Rates April 16th- June 5th:
MOA Member $570
Non Member $770
Students, Residents, Interns etc. in training --Complimentary 
Late or Walk-in Registrations after June 5th will incur an additional $50 admin fee.

Cancellation/Refunds: If you must cancel, please notify the MOA in writing. A $50 cancellation fee applies if canceling on or after May 17, 2024. No refunds will be provided after this date.
 Register Now!

Venue Details

The Samoset Resort -- 220 Warrenton Street, Rockport,  ME 04856

Perched on 230 waterfront acres overlooking Penobscot Bay, the Samoset Resort is a Maine vacation resort with a rich history that dates back to 1889.

Resort Website

Parking: There is ample free self-parking at the resort. Valet service is also available.

Room Rates starting from $249/night plus tax
Reservations must be made by Thursday, May 23rd to guarantee group rates.

Resort fee is waived for convention attendees when booking rooms in our dedicated room block

Call 800-341-1650 or use the booking link below to reserve your room! 

Rooms in our block at the resort are limited. We ask that attendees book no more than 2 rooms per family so as to keep options open for all attendees. If you are not seeing a room type or option that is workable for you, please contact MOA so that we can assist you.

 

Resort Extras

Samoset Golf Course -- book your tee time! A Maine legend, the Samoset Resort’s championship 18 hole golf course winds through seaside woods and gardens while showcasing some of the most challenging holes in New England. 

Book your Spa Treatment --  discount code for attendees coming soon. The Spa at The Samoset is a serene seaside oasis dedicated to the art of well-being.

SAMOSET BOOKING LINK 

Other lodging options nearby:

Rockland Harbor Hotel
https://www.rocklandharborhotel.com/ 
(207) 594-2131
Rooms starting at $199/night + fees (6 min drive)

 
Other options:
The Ledges By the Bay
http://www.ledgesbythebay.com/
207-594-8944
Rooms starting at $169/night + fees, 4 min drive to Samoset

 

The Claddagh Motel
https://www.claddaghmotel.com/
207-594-8479
Rooms from $218/night + fees, 3 min drive to Samoset

 

Even if you stay elsewhere, you will still be able to access the great amenities at The Samoset as a conference attendee!


Sponsor & Exhibitor Registration

View Prospectus

Exhibit Hall Schedule:

Friday, June 14th:Exhibit Hall Hours 8AM - 4PM

Two Dedicated exhibit hall breaks with door prize raffles conducted by exhibitor volunteers

Lunch provided

Saturday, June 15th: Exhibit Hall Hours 8AM - 4PM

Two Dedicated exhibit hall breaks with door prize raffles conducted by exhibitor volunteers

Happy Hour Reception

Optional Entertainment Show (no extra fee, cash bar)

Sponsor & Exhibitor Registration Link