Price: $399.99 for core packages
Duration: 30 months of access
Deliverables: 100 Hours of AAPA Category 1 CME (PANRE Review), Practice Exams, Pharmacology Credit
Selecting a Continuing Medical Education (CME) package is a strategic decision for any practicing Physician Assistant (PA), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or physician. While the primary goal is always clinical competence and meeting licensure requirements, the method of delivery and the "add-ons" provided can significantly impact your professional development. CME packages that offer Amazon or Apple gift card add-ons have become a preferred choice for clinicians who want to maximize their annual employer-provided CME allowance.
At CME Review Courses, we provide a streamlined way to use your CME funds efficiently. By combining high-yield clinical review with flexible gift card options, you are able to invest in both your knowledge base and the physical tools required for your practice.
The logic behind a CME gift card package is simple: it allows you to bundle your educational course with a credit that can be used for further professional enrichment. We offer add-on options ranging from $100 to $1,500.
When you select a package, such as the Internal Medicine Hospitalist CME Package, you pay the base price of the course plus the cost of the gift card you choose. This total is reflected as a single educational expense. This is particularly useful for PAs who have a set annual allowance that must be used within a specific timeframe or it is lost.
A common misconception is that gift cards are purely for "perks." In reality, an Amazon or Apple gift card is a versatile tool for professional development. Clinicians frequently use these credits to purchase:
The core of your purchase must be high-quality clinical content. We specialize in review courses that are written by physician assistants for physician assistants. Our packages cover a wide range of specialties, ensuring that your CME is relevant to your daily practice.
Our Emergency Medicine CME Package and Urgent Care Review focus on the high-acuity, rapid decision-making required in these settings. The content covers everything from pediatric emergencies to advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) concepts and traumatic injuries.
For those in primary care, the Family Medicine CME Package provides a comprehensive update on chronic disease management, preventive medicine, and the latest treatment guidelines. The Internal Medicine Hospitalist package is specifically tailored to those managing complex, multi-system illness in the inpatient setting.
The Orthopedics CME Package is designed to help you master joint exams, fracture management, and common sports medicine injuries. Similarly, our Cardiology review dives deep into EKG interpretation and the management of congestive heart failure (CHF) and coronary artery disease (CAD).
If you are approaching your recertification year, the PANRE Review Course is the most efficient choice. This course specifically offers 100 hours of AAPA Category 1 CME credit. This is a significant portion of your required hours, delivered in a format that directly prepares you for the NCCPA Blueprint.
While the course is built for PAs, physicians often purchase this package for the clinical review. It is important to note that for physicians, this counts as Category 2 CME, not Category 1. Nurse Practitioners can often claim these AAPA credits in many states, though you should verify your specific state board requirements.
High-yield review is only effective if it includes active retrieval practice. Below are clinical vignettes designed to test your knowledge across several organ systems included in our CME packages.
Your patient is a 64-year-old male with a history of hypertension and tobacco use who presents to the emergency department with sudden onset substernal chest pain. The pain is described as "tearing" and radiates to the back between the scapulae.
Vitals:
Which of the following is the most appropriate initial diagnostic study?
A. Exercise Stress Test
B. CT Angiogram of the Chest and Abdomen
C. Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)
D. Cardiac Enzymes (Troponin I)
E. Chest X-ray
Correct Answer: B. CT Angiogram of the Chest and Abdomen
The correct answer is CT Angiogram. This patient's clinical presentation: sudden "tearing" chest pain radiating to the back with a significant blood pressure differential between arms: is highly suggestive of an aortic dissection. CTA is the gold standard for rapid, definitive diagnosis in a hemodynamically stable patient. Exercise stress tests are contraindicated in acute chest pain. TTE is often insufficient to visualize the descending aorta. While troponins and CXR (looking for a widened mediastinum) are often performed, they are not definitive for this diagnosis.
Your patient is a 19-year-old female soccer player who sustained a non-contact injury to her right knee during a game. She reports hearing a "pop" followed by immediate swelling. On examination, she has a positive Lachman test and significant joint effusion.
What is the most likely diagnosis?
A. Medial Meniscus Tear
B. Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
C. Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
D. Patellar Tendon Rupture
E. Tibial Plateau Fracture
Correct Answer: C. Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
The correct answer is ACL Tear. A non-contact "pop" with immediate swelling (hemarthrosis) and a positive Lachman test (the most sensitive physical exam maneuver for ACL stability) is classic for an ACL rupture. Meniscal tears often have a more delayed swelling (over 12-24 hours). MCL sprains typically result from a valgus stress and show laxity with valgus testing, not the Lachman.
Your patient is a 42-year-old male presenting with a pruritic rash on his wrists and ankles. On physical exam, you observe flat-topped, violaceous, polygonal papules. Fine white lines (Wickham striae) are visible on the surface of the lesions.
What is the most appropriate first-line treatment?
A. Oral Griseofulvin
B. Topical Clobetasol Propionate
C. Oral Acyclovir
D. Topical Ketoconazole
E. Selenium Sulfide Lotion
Correct Answer: B. Topical Clobetasol Propionate
The correct answer is Topical Clobetasol Propionate. The "6 P's" (Planar, Purple, Polygonal, Pruritic, Papules, and Plaques) are the hallmark of Lichen Planus. First-line therapy for localized Lichen Planus consists of high-potency topical corticosteroids like clobetasol. Oral antifungals (Griseofulvin) or antivirals (Acyclovir) have no role in the treatment of this autoimmune condition.
When selecting your CME with Amazon Gift Card package, consider the following checklist:
Our courses offer 30 months of access, providing plenty of time to review the material even after you have submitted your credits for the current cycle. This long-term access makes the investment even more valuable as a clinical reference tool.
By choosing a package that aligns with the NCCPA Blueprint and provides the flexibility of a gift card, you are making a smart, professional decision that benefits both your career and your clinical practice. Explore our full catalog of CME Review Courses today to find the package that fits your needs.
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