| “The speakers and their approachability at Symposia Medicus conferences are always excellent. The topics are covered well and in a matter relevant to my day-to-day work.” -Summer Smith, MD |
“I’ve come to find that Symposia Medicus conferences give me a chance to listen, learn and share experiences. I have a great time in a beautiful place.” -Jim Crown, PA-C | “I have been to three CME conferences with Symposia Medicus. Each one has been excellent! I plan to be back time and time again.” -Bryan A. Burnett, MD |
CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION Our 8th Annual Summer Conference on Emergency Medicine is designed to provide emergency and primary care physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, as well as out-of-hospital providers, with state-of-the-art information on a wide variety of topics pertinent to the practice of emergency medicine. The primary goal of this conference is to enhance knowledge and competency of attendees. Emphasis will be placed on practical application of the evidence-based topics presented. In addition to didactic lectures, ample time has been allotted for participant feedback and interaction. Topics for this year’s conference have been selected based on extensive target audience needs assessment data resulting from professional practice gaps. These gaps were identified by a variety of sources including feedback and evaluations from past participants, clinical expert input, Symposia Medicus’ online survey, and other medical and nursing data. An outstanding faculty has been assembled for this conference. Faculty members are committed to providing participants with current and practical information. Each member was selected based on their individual area of expertise and their ability to communicate first-hand information to participants. Morning sessions and one afternoon session leave ample time for relaxing, enjoying family and friends, and exploring Jackson Hole, as well as Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES After participating in this conference, you should have an increased knowledge of, and be more competent to… • Apply the most up-to-date information in emergency department diagnostic testing, including ultrasound • Describe the use of special antidotes in cardiovascular collapse due to poisoning • Cite current procedures for management of pediatric respiratory emergencies • Discuss subtle EKG abnormalities that can help distinguish between acute cardiac ischemia and pericardial disease • Recognize the signs and symptoms of life threatening rashes such as Kawasaki Disease, Staph Scalded Skin Syndrome and Toxic Shock Syndrome ACCREDITATION This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME and ANCC Essentials and Standards relating to continuing medical and nursing education. Symposia Medicus is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Symposia Medicus is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Each participant should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Certificates of credit will be given to participants on-site at the conclusion of the conference. |
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT Physicians Application has been made with the American College of Emergency Physicians for ACEP Category 1 credit. Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending. This continuing medical education activity has been reviewed by the American Academy of Pediatrics and is acceptable for a maximum of 16 AAP credits. These credits can be applied toward the AAP CME/CPD Award available to Fellows and Candidate Members of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Physician Assistants Nurse Practitioners/Nurses Provider is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP2335, for 21.6 contact hours. Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority SMALL GROUP BREAKOUT SESSIONS Small group sessions will be held Friday afternoon. These breakout sessions are organized to provide an opportunity for greater participant/faculty interaction, and will give you an opportunity to discuss subjects relating to your particular area of interest. Please indicate your breakout session topic choice on the conference registration form in this brochure. Space is limited so please reserve early. You are encouraged to bring cases or issues you are confronting in your clinical practice to discuss during these sessions. EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES Each registrant will receive an extensive conference syllabus containing pertinent information on each topic presented. The syllabus is available on paper (black and white type/photos) or on a flash drive (full color). Please make your syllabus choice on the conference registration form. By requesting your syllabus on a flash drive, you will not receive a paper syllabus. If you request the flash drive syllabus and bring your laptop to the conference, be aware that there are no electrical outlets at the conference tables. Make sure your laptop is fully charged each day. Extra copies of this syllabus, whether on flash drive or paper, are available for purchase by writing, with payment ($60 for paper, $25 for flash drive) to: Symposia Medicus, 399 Taylor Blvd., Suite 201, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-2287 (please refer to syllabus #1225 and indicate type of media preferred). GROUP TOURS / GROUND TRANSPORTATION Tours are planned for participants and their guests throughout the conference breaks. Additional information on the Jackson Hole area, our conference hotel, ground transportation, and group tours will be sent to registrants. Information on Yellowstone National Park can be found at www.nps.gov/yell/index.htm and on Grand Teton National Park at www.nps.gov/grte/index.htm. |
CONFERENCE FACULTY Andrea K. Marmor, MD, MSEd Amal Mattu, MD, FAAEM, FACEP Scott W. Melanson, MD, FACEP, FAAEM Ghazala Sharieff, MD, FACEP, FAAEM Susi Vassallo, MD, FACEP, FACMT Consistent with ACCME and ANCC policy, faculty for this educational activity are asked to disclose any commercial interests that may create or may be perceived as creating a conflict related to the material they will be presenting, as well as limitations on clinical studies presented, and any “off-label” use suggestions for medical products. Additionally, Symposia Medicus Board, Planning Committee, and Staff members have disclosed that they have no significant financial relationships that could pose a conflict of interest to the planning of this conference. This information is intended to assist you in forming your own judgments about content presented. Disclosure information will be included in your syllabus and/or verbally disclosed at the conference.
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Wednesday, July 25
Thursday, July 26
Friday, July 27
Saturday, July 28
Rx = Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority will be granted for these sessions |
CONFERENCE LOCATION Located in the northwestern corner of Wyoming, just an hour south of Yellowstone National Jackson Hole is a beautiful alpine valley surrounded by snowcapped mountains, high mountain lakes and majestic scenery. Within the valley lies Grand Teton National Park, the National Elk Refuge and the friendly town of Jackson Hole. Set in the shadow of the towering Grand Teton Mountains, Jackson Hole is a unique blend of Western charm and cosmopolitan atmosphere. For those who want a real taste of the Old West, Jackson Hole boasts some of the finest western entertainment and offers everything from an evening horseback ride and steak fry to an outdoor chuck wagon dinner. The picturesque stagecoach ride around the town square and the exciting shootout, held there every evening for the last 45 years, complete this Wild West theme. There are numerous art galleries displaying the works of a large number of well-known artists. You can also enjoy the nightly concerts of the Grand Teton Music Festival at the Festival Hall at Teton Village, where everything from Beethoven to Bartok is performed by some of our nation’s finest musicians. The outdoor adventurer can white water raft on the Snake River, hike the Grand Tetons or explore Yellowstone National Park with its wide variety of wildlife and grand scenery. Don’t miss the Jackson Hole Rodeo, one of the oldest and most exciting traditions in Jackson Hole! Our resort, the Snow King Resort & Grand View Lodge, is conveniently located to take advantage of this natural playground. Guest rooms offer spectacular views of the town of Jackson, Snow King Mountain, or the Grand Teton Mountain Range.The spacious Love Ridge condos are fully furnished in an elegant western style, with rustic log and stone finishes. At the resort, enjoy an exhilarating ride on the Alpine Slide, winding down 2,500 feet through woods and wildflowers; play Alpine Miniature Golf, a fun activity for the whole family; or, ride the Scenic Chair lift to the top of Snow King Mountain for an unmatched view of the Tetons and Jackson Hole. Whatever your pleasure, you are sure to find it at the 8th Annual Summer Conference on Emergency Medicine in Jackson Hole, Wyoming!
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CONFERENCE REGISTRATION INFORMATION Enrollment for this conference is limited in order to provide the best possible learning environment. Early registration is advised.
• Tuition includes continuing education certification, extensive conference syllabus, refreshments, and group reception. The group reception is for faculty, registrants and their guests. • Tuition may be paid by check, money order, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. • Register on-line at www.symposiamedicus.org. • Telephone registrations can be made Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (Pacific Time), by calling (925) 969-1789 or (800) 327-3161. Registrations can also be faxed to (925) 969-1795. • If paying by check, make payable and send with registration form to Symposia Medicus, 399 Taylor Blvd., Suite 201, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-2287. • Conference registration will be confirmed in writing and more information on travel, hotel, and activities will be sent. • This conference meets the requirements for CE tax deductibility; however, we suggest you consult your financial authority for more information. • For additional conference or lodging information, call Symposia Medicus at (800) 327-3161 or (925) 969-1789, or visit our website at www.symposiamedicus.org. • For information on air reservations and ticketing assistance, you may either call your travel agent or the airlines direct. Please see the Airline Travel Information portion of this brochure for further information. Group Rates have been arranged at the Snow King Resort and Grand View Lodge. These rates will also be available three days before and three days after the conference, based on availability, if you wish to extend your stay. Two nights’ deposit (room rate only) must accompany your reservation. The balance of lodging payment, as well as any incidental charges, You can receive these rates by reserving the following ways: • On-line at our website, www.symposiamedicus.org; OR • Call Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (Pacific Time), (925) 969-1789 or (800) 327-3161; OR • Fax form with Visa, MasterCard, or Discover to (925) 969-1795; OR • By mail, make check payable to Symposia Medicus and send with registration form to 399 Taylor Blvd., Suite 201, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-2287. Please note that our block of rooms is limited and on a first come, first served basis. PLEASE RESERVE EARLY as rooms may sell out and/or room rates may increase. GROUP RATES include daily buffet breakfast and shuttle service to/from the Jackson Hole airport.
Love Ridge Condos were built within the last five years and are a 5-10 minute walk to the conference room
• Group Rates above are per room, per night, and do not include hotel & state tax currently 13% (subject to change), nor gratuities. • Maximum occupancy stated cannot be exceeded (no exceptions). • Children 6 years and under are complimentary, using existing bedding, when staying with adults (includes buffet breakfast). • Additional occupants, 7 years & older, are an additional $10 per person, per night (includes buffet breakfast). • Cribs are complimentary and rollaways are $10 per night (in addition to the $10 occupant charge). Subject to change and based on availability. • Check-in time is 4:00pm and check-out time is Noon. Late check-out can only be confirmed on the date of departure by the front desk. • “No shows” will be charged entire reserved stay. • A 30-minute break has been allotted in our conference schedule on the last day for those of you who need to check out. CANCELLATION POLICIES • Conference cancellations must be confirmed in writing and a 10% of paid tuition processing fee will be assessed. No refunds will be made if cancellation is postmarked after June 20, 2012; however, tuition, less 10% processing fee may be applied to a future Symposia Medicus conference. • Per our hotel contract, hotel reservation cancellations must be made in writing to Symposia Medicus and you will receive a full refund if postmarked by May 23, 2012. Between May 24, 2012 and June 20, 2012, one night’s deposit is forfeited. After June 20, 2012, no hotel refunds can be made. • All cancellations must be made in writing and postmarked by the dates stated above. • In the unlikely event of conference cancellation by Symposia Medicus, full tuition and (if applicable) hotel deposit refunds will be made. Symposia Medicus will not be responsible for refunding travel or any other expenses. AIRLINE TRAVEL INFORMATION You will be flying into Jackson, Wyoming, which is approximately 20 minutes from the resort. Symposia Medicus has arranged for discounts with American and United Airlines for this conference. Reservations can be made either through the airline Convention Desk numbers listed below or through your travel agent. IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THE DISCOUNTED RATE, YOU OR YOUR TRAVEL AGENT MUST REFER TO THE SYMPOSIA MEDICUS ID NUMBERS LISTED BELOW.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION / CAR RENTAL DISCOUNT INFORMATION Shuttle service to/from the hotel to the Jackson Hole Airport is included in the group hotel rate. Symposia Medicus has arranged conference discounts with AVIS and Budget Car Rentals. Reservations can be made by phone; please refer to the conference code and the conference/airport location when making your reservations. Please see below:
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