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40th Anniversary Conference
Four Decades of Family Medicine & Sports Health in West Virginia
Join colleagues from across the region for the José I. Ricard, MD Family Medicine & Sports Medicine Conference — a milestone 40th year of shared learning, mentorship, and community.
Nov 5–8, 2026
Est. 1986 · Barboursville, WV
650 Main Street, Barboursville, WV 25504 info@fmfwv.org · 304-733-6485
Forty Years Strong
A Milestone Built on Continuing Care
Since 1986, this conference has grown alongside the family medicine community it serves — from a single-day regional gathering to a multi-day program drawing clinicians from across the Mid-Atlantic and Appalachia.
1986
First Conference
A one-day regional program launched to support family physicians across West Virginia.
2000s
Sports Medicine Track Added
Programming expanded to cover athletic training, injury prevention, and sports health.
2020
Hybrid & Virtual Access
Live-streamed sessions opened the conference to clinicians statewide and beyond.
2026
40th Anniversary
Four days of CME/CE programming honoring Dr. José I. Ricard's legacy of care.
Why Attend
Programming Built for Practicing Clinicians
Four days of sessions spanning primary care, sports medicine, and public health — led by regional and national faculty.
Clinical & Sports Health Tracks
Dedicated sessions on primary care updates alongside sports medicine, injury care, and athlete wellness.
Regional & National Faculty
Learn from physicians and researchers presenting current, practice-ready guidance.
CME/CE Credit
Attendance is tracked toward continuing education requirements across all four conference days.
Program Agenda
Four Days, 34 CME Hours
Full session schedule for November 5–8, 2026. Times and speakers below are as published; visit fmfwv.org for the latest updates.
8:00 AM–12:15 PM4 CME
Katie McCloud PharmD
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
In-person session only · limited to 12 attendees
1:15–4:45 PM3.25 CME
David Rupp, MD, CAQSM
Sports Medicine Sideline Preparedness Workshop
In-person session only
5:00–8:15 PM3 CME
Nathan Pearson, MD
Risk Assessment and Responsible Prescribing of Controlled Substances
In partnership with The Opioid Response Network
8:15–8:30 PM.25 CME
Q & A Session
8:00–8:55 AM1 CME
Tracy Hendershot, MD, F-AAFP
State of Family Medicine – Updates and Current Trends
American Academy of Family Physicians Board of Directors
8:55–9:50 AM1 CME
Arvin Singh, EdD, MBA, MPH, MS, FACHE, FACHD
Overview of the West Virginia Rural Health Transformation Program
10:05–11:00 AM1 CME
Raquel Ricard Ashworth, BSN, RN
A Collaborative Approach to Chronic Disease Management
11:00 AM–12:00 PM1 CME
Dana Lycans, MD
Current Trends in ACL Surgery
12:00–2:00 PM
Student/Resident Luncheon & Sessions — Kentucky Room
Sponsored by RBC Wealth Management · sessions not approved for CME. Includes a 12:30–1:30 PM panel with Jill Schenk, MD, Morgan Stickler, MD, and Kimberly Becher, MD, and a 1:30–2:00 PM financial planning talk with Robert Simmons, RBC Wealth Management.
1:00–1:55 PM1 CME
Cindy Pinson, MD
The Quick and Dirty of Geriatric Assessment
1:55–2:50 PM1 CME
Jessica L. Luzier, PhD, ABPP, CEDS-C
Orthorexia: A Primer
3:05–4:00 PM1 CME
William Nichols Jr., DC, CCSP
Clinical Considerations for the Adaptive Athlete
4:00–4:55 PM1 CME
Sandeep Verma, MD
When the Stomach Grinds to a Halt: A Clinician’s Guide to Gastroparesis
4:55–5:15 PM.5 CME
Q & A Session
5:30–8:30 PM
Evening Reception
Sponsored by Community Care of WV, with music by Howard Buie. Excellence in Family Medicine Award presented by Dr. Michael Hess, Board President, Family Medicine Foundation of West Virginia.
8:00–8:55 AM1 CME
Kyle Miller, MD
Screening and Prevention of Substance Use Disorders in Adolescents and Young Adults
8:55–9:50 AM1 CME
Stephanie McKnight, LAT, ATC
The Effects of Caffeine on Athletes
10:05–11:00 AM1 CME
David Hanna, PT, ATC, LAT and Sydnie Stewart, PhD
ACEs on College Campuses… What is Being Looked at and What is Available to Help?
11:00 AM–12:00 PM1 CME
Melissa Ventura-Marra, PhD, RDN, CCMS
The Role of Medical Nutrition Therapy in Reducing Diet-Related Chronic Conditions – Part 1: Optimizing Outcomes with GLP-1 Therapy
12:00–1:00 PM
New Physician Luncheon — Kentucky Room
Sponsored by JCESOM Robert C. Byrd Center for Rural Health
1:00–2:30 PM1.5 CME
R. Michael Squires, AuD and Leah Kostival, MOT, OTR/L, AIB-VR
Evaluation and Treatment of the Vestibular Patient: The Journey from Diagnosis to Management of Dizziness and Balance Disorders
2:45–3:40 PM1 CME
Nick Chongswatdi, MD
Understanding the Independent Medical Exam (IME) – A Guide for Primary Care Providers
3:40–4:35 PM1 CME
Tim Uhl, PT, PhD, ATC, FNATA
Comprehensive Evaluation of the Shoulder – Part 1
4:35–5:05 PM.5 CME
Tami Shamblin, MA, Certified Yoga Teacher (500)
Chair Yoga
5:05–5:35 PM.5 CME
Q & A Session
7:00–8:00 AM
Breakfast and Student Research Lecture (no CME)
Sagar Patel, MBS, OMS-II — Putting the “Pro” in Probiotics: How Microorganisms are Changing the Playbook
8:00–9:00 AM1 CME
Tim Uhl, PT, PhD, ATC, FNATA
Comprehensive Evaluation of the Shoulder – Part 2: Examination of the Shoulder with Hands-On Practice
9:00–9:55 AM1 CME
Shauna Wade, MOT, OTR/L
Pelvic Floor Therapy: An Introduction to Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and Rehabilitation
9:55–10:00 AM
Amy Ricard and Raquel Ricard Ashworth
Recognition of Jose I Ricard MD Scholarship Recipients
10:10–11:05 AM1 CME
Jennie Yoost, MD
Menstrual Considerations for the Adolescent Athlete
11:10 AM–12:05 PM1 CME
Lunch and Lecture — Melissa Ventura-Marra, PhD, RDN, CCMS
The Role of Medical Nutrition Therapy in Reducing Diet-Related Chronic Conditions – Part 2
12:05–1:00 PM1 CME
Kim Becher, MD
Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Athletes
1:00–2:00 PM1 CME
Dr. Greg Elkins Memorial Lecture — Ross Patton, MD, CAQ
A Historical Perspective of Sports Medicine
2:00–2:30 PM.5 CME
Q & A Session
2026 Fee Schedule
Registration Fees
Fees include registration, materials, breakfast, lunch, breaks, and two tickets to the Friday evening reception. Additional reception tickets are available upon request.
| Registration Fees | Before Oct 1 | After Oct 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (in-person only, limited to 12) | $50 | $50 |
| Sports Medicine Sideline Preparedness Workshop (in-person only) | $50 | $50 |
| Risk Assessment and Responsible Prescribing of Controlled Substances | $50 | $50 |
| Physician (MD/DO) | ||
| 3 Days | $585 | $715 |
| 2 Days | $545 | $685 |
| 1 Day | $330 | $360 |
| APRN, PT, PA, OT | ||
| 3 Days | $460 | $500 |
| 2 Days | $330 | $390 |
| 1 Day | $225 | $255 |
| PharmD, RN, LPN, PTA, OTA | ||
| 3 Days | $370 | $430 |
| 2 Days | $315 | $350 |
| 1 Day | $175 | $215 |
| Chiropractic Physician | ||
| 3 Days | $475 | $500 |
| 2 Days | $350 | $375 |
| 1 Day | $240 | $260 |
| Athletic Trainer | ||
| 3 Days | $370 | $430 |
| 2 Days | $315 | $350 |
| 1 Day | $210 | $220 |
| Resident, Med Student, Student Trainer | ||
| Flat Fee | $100 | $100 |
Venue
DoubleTree by Hilton
1001 Third Avenue, Huntington, WV
- Room Rate $162/night
- Parking On-site parking available
- Accessibility Fully accessible meeting spaces
Save Your Seat
Celebrate 40 Years With the Family Medicine Community
Space is limited for in-person attendance. Virtual access is available for every session.