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“I have never been disappointed when attending Symposia Medicus conferences. They are always up-to-date, engaging, and feature excellent speakers. The number of hours and the inclusion of pharmaceutical hours help me meet CME requirements with ease and they are always held in places that allow for relaxation and vacation time.” -Patricia J. Thornton, CNM | "Great opportunity for a family vacation while obtaining CME and advancing my professional knowledge.” -Christina Minrath, MD |
CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION Our 13th Annual Summer Conference on Women’s Health is designed to provide physicians, certified nurse midwives, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses with current information on women’s health issues. The goal of this conference is to provide a comprehensive update and review on current issues in women’s health. Emphasis will be placed on practical application of evidence-based presentations. 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 are 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 that is committed to providing participants with current and practical information. Each member was selected based on individual area of expertise and ability to communicate first-hand, practical information with participants. Morning sessions and one afternoon session leave ample time for exploring Paradise Island. We have You are sure to enjoy your participation in this conference while sharing ideas and experiences with colleagues from across the country at the exciting Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas. CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES After participating in this conference, you should have an increased knowledge of, and be more competent to… • Offer patients appropriate contraception options • Discuss guidelines for Pap smear and HPV testing • Design a pain management plan for female patients with breast or ovarian cancers • Identify and manage women with depression • Cite current treatment options for uterine fibroids 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 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 Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) for cognates, Formal Learning. Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending. Nurse Midwives & Physician Assistants The American Academy of Physician Assistants accepts Category 1 CME approval from organizations accredited by the ACCME. 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 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 #1226 and indicate type of media preferred). 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. GROUP TOURS Tours are planned for participants and guests throughout the conference breaks. Additional information regarding tours, hotel, location and ground transportation will be sent. |
CONFERENCE FACULTY Libby Edwards, MD Jay Goldberg, MD, MSCP Victoria L. Green, MD, MBA, JD Daniel Johnson, MD, FAAHPM Jan Shepherd, MD, FACOG 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, August 1
Thursday, August 2
Friday, August 3
Saturday, August 4
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CONFERENCE LOCATION Paradise Island, Bahamas, is located in one of the most beautiful areas in the world, blessed with enchanting beaches and a tropical climate. The exciting Atlantis Resort is the location for this year’s 13th Annual Summer Conference on Women’s Health. The Atlantis Resort offers a unique experience featuring the world’s largest man made open-air marine habitat, second only to Mother Nature. The resort, located on a white sand beach, has eleven swimming areas, a lagoon for snorkeling, water slides, a lap pool, spa, sports center and tennis courts. You can work out at the fitness center and enjoy the saunas, massage treatment rooms, and steam baths. Resort guests (3-12) are invited to choose their own adventure within themed spaces designed specifically for children’s Atlantis imagination at AKA Kids Club and teens (ages 13-17) can gather and hang out in their own 14,000 sq. ft. nightclub and internet lounge, CRUSH. The resort has several superb restaurants, lounges & entertainment venues, and there are several specialty shops and thrilling action at the resort’s casino. During conference breaks, you are sure to enjoy the outdoor activities of swimming with the dolphins, snorkeling, sailing, golfing or taking an exhilarating helicopter ride over the pristine blue waters of the Caribbean. Venture out of the resort and experience duty-free shopping, local art, live music and festivals. Whatever your pleasure, you won’t want to miss this year’s 13th Annual Summer Conference on Women’s Health.
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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 continental breakfast on Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings, 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. • If paying by check, make payable and send with registration form to Symposia Medicus, 399 Taylor Blvd., Suite 201, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-2287. • 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. • 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. CONFERENCE LODGING INFORMATION Group Rates have been arranged at the beautiful Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island, Bahamas. These rates will also be available three days before and three days after the conference, based on availability, if you would like 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, is due to the hotel upon check-out. The hotel accepts most major credit cards. You can receive these rates by reserving the following ways: • On-line at our website, www.symposiamedicus.org; OR • Calling Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (Pacific Time), (925) 969-1789 or (800) 327-3161; OR • Faxing form with Visa, MasterCard, or Discover to (925) 969-1795; OR • By mail, make checks 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.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Royal Tower group rates stated above are per night and do not include the following fees (subject to change): - Taxes and resort levies per room per day (on room rate only): 10% guest room tax, 3% tourism levy (billed as PITDA), and 5% promotion board levy (billed as NPIPB) • The maximum room occupancy is 4 guests. • Children 11 & under are complimentary, using existing bedding, when staying with adults (not to exceed maximum occupancy). • Third & fourth guests (age 12 and older) in room are $50.00 each per night, plus fees as stated above. • Cribs & roll-away beds are complimentary (subject to availability & change). • Check-in time is 3:00pm and check-out time is 11:00am. If you check-out after 11:00am, an automatic late charge of $150 will be added to your final hotel bill. If late check-out is needed, please inquire with hotel front desk on the date of departure before 11:00am. Rooms in the Coral, Cove and Reef Towers may be available. Please call us at 925-969-1789 for availability and rates. 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 27, 2012; however, tuition, less 10% processing fee may be applied to a future Symposia Medicus conference. • Per our hotel contract, hotel cancellations must be made in writing to Symposia Medicus and you will receive a full refund if postmarked by May 30, 2012. Between May 31, 2012 and June 27, 2012 one night’s deposit is forfeited. After June 27, 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 fly into Nassau International Airport. The airport is approximately 15 miles from Atlantis Paradise Island. You can take a taxi to the resort (fare is approximately $35), or rental cars are available. The resort has free self-parking. Symposia Medicus has arranged group discounts with American, Delta and United Airlines for this conference. Reservations can be made either through the airline’s Convention Desk at the 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:
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