Annual Conference

November 6-9, 2025
Hilton DoubleTree, Huntington, WV

Registration

We’re making it easier than ever to attend the Annual José I. Ricard Family Medicine & Sports Medicine Conference with a fully hybrid format!

Attend How It Works for You:

  • Participate in person, online, or mix both formats as needed throughout the event. When registering just be sure to check in person and live stream to ensure you get all links etc. (Note: Some sessions are in-person only—these are clearly marked on the schedule.)

However You Attend-Remember to Sign In!

  • In Person: Daily sign-in sheets will be located in the lecture hall.

  • Virtual: Log in to the conference portal using your first and last name to ensure your attendance is recorded.

This conference is approved for continuing education credits by various accrediting bodies and offers valuable insights tailored to today’s healthcare professionals. However you join us, we look forward to welcoming you!

American Academy of Family Physicians  

The AAFP has reviewed 39th Annual Jose I. Ricard MD Family Medicine and Sports Medicine Conference and deemed it acceptable for up to 28.25 Live AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 11/06/2025 to 11/09/2025. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Please note that AAFP CME credit was not awarded to the following sessions, per the CME provider's request:

  • Student Athletic Trainer Oral Poster Presentations

American Medical Association Category 1 

AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s) ™ toward the AMA Physician's Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1 AOA Credit

*American Nurses’ Credentialing Center 

Application is in process for approval for this program.  

Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer 

This program is APPROVED for a maximum of 30 live contact hours of continuing education. The Family Medicine Foundation of WV # P657 is approved by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer.

This program is APPROVED for a maximum of 25 virtual contact hours of continuing education. The Family Medicine Foundation of WV # P657 is approved by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer.

KY Physical Therapy Association
This program is APPROVED by the APTA Kentucky for a maximum of 30 contact hours of continuing education for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants with a Kentucky license/certification. Approval # 622-APTAKY-2020

Physician’s Assistant 

The AAFP has reviewed 39th Annual Jose I. Ricard MD Family Medicine and Sports Medicine Conference and deemed it acceptable for up to 28.25 Live AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 11/06/2025 to 11/09/2025. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Please note that AAFP CME credit was not awarded to the following sessions, per the CME provider's request:

  • Student Athletic Trainer Oral Poster Presentations

WV Board of Chiropractic 

This program is approved for 29 hours of continuing education.

Please note that continuing education credit was not awarded to the following session:

  • Orthobiologics for Acute and Chronic Conditions

*WV Board of Medicine 

Application is in process for approval for the “Risk Assessment and Responsible Prescribing of Controlled Substances” lecture

WV Board of Pharmacy 

The course is approved, but not sponsored by, the WV Board of Pharmacy for the following credits-3 DDT and 11.3 Live.

The following sessions have been approved 

  • Risk Assessment and Responsible Prescribing of Controlled Substances 3.0 CPE, DDT approval number 2025-08-05-DDT, expiration 8/26/2029

The following sessions have been approved for a total of 11.3 CPE (Live CE, approval number 2025-08-04-LIVE expiration date 8/26/2029)

  • Clinical Edge of Public Health:  What’s Emerging and Why It Matters 0.83 CPE

  • “Why Am I So Tired”- Exploring Complaints of Fatigue in Patients 0.83 CPE

  • Pillars in Weight Loss Management 0.83 CPE

  • More Than the Game: Supporting Athletes’ Mental Health in Primary Care 0.83 CPE

  • Childhood Obesity 0.83 CPE

  • Sports Related Injuries in the Elderly Population 0.83 CPE

  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0.83 CPE

  • Cognitive Decline and Dementia Related to Untreated Hearing Loss 1.17 CPE

  • Orthobiologics for Acute and Chronic Conditions 0.67 CPE

  • Treating Back Pain in the Primary Care Setting 0.83 CPE

  • Thoracic Mobility and Functional Issues 0.83 CPE 

  • Management of Ocular Trauma and Injuries 1 CPE

  • Mental, Physical and Training Rehabilitation Process for a Traumatic Face and Eye Injury 1CPE

WV Board of Physical Therapy 

This program is approved for 30 contact hours of continuing education by the WV Board of Physical Therapy.  Approval number FMF-25-01

WV Board of Psychology 

This training is approved for up to 7.5 hours of continuing education hours for psychologists. Please note, the courses approved are listed below: 

  • Why Am I So Tired? – Exploring Complaints of Fatigue in Patients 

  • Helping a Community Heal: The Role of the Primary Care Provider Following a Community Tragedy

  • More Than the Game: Supporting Athletes’ Mental Health in Primary Care 

  • Yoga for Stress Management and Well-Being (in person only)

  • Kids Aren’t Just Little Adults: Considerations in the Pediatric Athlete

  • Cognitive Decline and Dementia Related to Untreated Hearing Loss 

  • Mental, Physical, and Training Rehabilitation Process for a Traumatic Face & Eye Injury  

WV Board of Registered Nurses

This program has been approved by the West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses for 30 contact hours of continuing education. Provider tracking number 50-44790, course tracking # 20-1306259.

39th Annual Jose I. Ricard, MD
Family Medicine & Sports Medicine Conference
Fee Schedule

Registration FeesBefore Oct. 1stAfter Oct. 1st
Thursday pre-conference workshop only$50$100
Thursday pre-conference lecture only$50$100
Physician (MD/DO)3 Days$585$715
2 Days$545$685
1 Day$330$360
APRN, PT, PA, OT3 Days$460$500
2 Days$330$390
1 Day$225$255
Psychologist, Pharm, RN, LPN, PTA, OTA3 Days$370$430
2 Days$315$350
1 Day$175$215
Chiropractic Physician3 days$475$500
2 days$350$375
1 day$240$260
Athletic Trainer3 Days$370$430
2 Days$315$350
1 Day$210$220
Resident, Med student, Student Trainer**Flat Fee$100$100

Agenda

Accommodations

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Discover our attractive 11-story Hotel, ideally located in downtown Huntington, just one block from the Marshall Health Network Arena and Harris Riverfront Park. Indulge in culinary delights at our two onsite restaurants. Enjoy our outdoor pool, tiki bar, and lounge area. With 183 well-appointed rooms, 20,000 square feet of meeting space, and catering services, we offer a full-service experience. Explore shopping, entertainment, and numerous restaurants nearby.

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Corporate Partners

CAMC Labworks
Marshall Health
Southern West Virginia Health Systems
Touma
Touma
RBC
WVU Medicine
Valley Health
Community Care