| “The program was excellent. I will return to my practice with a new view of medicine. I learned to treat the entire patient with a compassionate, centered point of view. I have a newfound appreciation for self-care practices for the health care provider.” -Theresa Stone, MD | “Great program - I learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed myself. I will go home renewed and re-energized with great new ideas for my practice.” -Gail M. Rudberg, NP |
“Symposia Medicus’ presenters are very knowledgeable, friendly and approachable. They all have an easy, informal style that makes learning more enjoyable.” -Stephen Tilghman, MD |
CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION Extraordinary changes have taken place in women’s health care. Driven by scientific evidence, healthcare professionals understand that treating the body alone is not enough, and that the human mind and resources outside the realm of allopathic medicine can also play a critical role in preventative care and the healing process. Our 13th Annual Conference on Integrative Medicine in Women’s Health is designed to take an in-depth look at a variety of complementary alternative treatment modalities, and provide mainstream medical and nursing professionals with evidence-based data for some of the alternative health care practices used by and for the female patient. The goal of this conference is to provide a comprehensive view on current issues in integrative medicine in women’s health. Emphasis will be placed on practical application of 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 were identified by a variety of sources including feedback and evaluations from past participants, clinical expert input, Symposia Medicus’ online survey, and Conference format will include didactic lectures, small group interactive workshops, and question and answer periods. 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 individual area of expertise and ability to communicate first-hand information to participants. Morning sessions and one afternoon session leave ample time for relaxing, enjoying discussions with colleagues from across the country, and exploring beautiful Sedona. CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES After participating in this conference, you should have increased knowledge of and be more competent to… • Identify many of the herbs most commonly used by women • Recognize benefits of meditation, guided imagery, and healing touch and energy therapies • Describe the principles of Chinese Medicine • Discuss complementary therapies for perimenopause and menopause • Apply various ideas and treatment modalities in Ayurvedic Medicine 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 earned 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 (AAFP). Determination of credit is pending. Nurse Midwives Physician Assistants Nurse Practitioners/Nurses Provider is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP2335, for 21.6 contact hours. INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP SESSIONS Smaller group interactive sessions will be held Friday afternoon. These breakout sessions will give you an opportunity for greater participant/faculty interaction, and will give you opportunity to discuss subjects relating to your particular area of interest. Please indicate your workshop topic choices on the conference registration form in this brochure. Some workshops are limited in size, so please reserve early. 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 #1229 and indicate type of media preferred). GROUP TOURS / GROUND TRANSPORTATION Additional information about the Hilton Sedona Resort, ground transportation and group tours will be sent. |
CONFERENCE FACULTY Tirun A. Gopal, MD Sue Kagel, RN, BSN, HNC, CHTP/I David Kiefer, MD Christina Martin, L.Ac., Dipl.Ac., MTOM, FABORM, BCC Brenda Powell, MD
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Wednesday, September 12
Thursday, September 13
Friday, September 14
Saturday, September 15
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CONFERENCE LOCATION There is something in Sedona for everyone, whether it’s nature, history, arts, culture or shopping. Sedona has more than 80 galleries, restaurants, metaphysical shops, and specialty stores. With a large influence from Native American culture, much of Sedona’s artwork reflects the Southwest’s unique character. Its worldwide reputation as a hot spot for relaxation, healing and spiritual enrichment brings even more charm to the town of Sedona. Sedona is located at the southern entrance to Oak Creek Canyon, at a 4500-foot elevation, above the heat of the Arizona desert. Sedona is a two-hour drive north of Phoenix, an hour southwest of Flagstaff, and two-and-a-half hours southeast of the Grand Canyon. Four miles from downtown Sedona, the Hilton Sedona Resort is nestled in a dramatic Red Rock setting encompassing beautiful creeks, surrounded by pinon-studded Coconino National Forest pines. The resort has a par-71 championship golf course, three pools (including a lap pool), full service salon and spa, and state-of-the-art fitness facilities including tennis, aerobics, swimming, weight room and sauna. The Village of Oak Creek, located about a mile from the resort, has a large variety of shops displaying crafts, jewelry, western wear and local artwork. Also, a few miles from the resort you will discover more shops, galleries and restaurants at Tlaquepaque Arts/Crafts Village. Whatever your pleasure, a wealth of unforgettable experiences await you when you attend our 13th Annual Conference on Integrative Medicine in 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.
Tuition includes continuing education certification, extensive conference syllabus, refreshments, continental breakfast on Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday, and group reception. The group reception is for faculty, registrants & 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 • 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 Hilton Sedona Resort. 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, is due to the hotel upon checkout. 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 • 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 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 is on a first come, first served basis. PLEASE RESERVE EARLY as rooms may sell out and/or room rates may increase.
TERMS & CONDITIONS • Group rates above do not include state & local taxes of 7.33% per room, per night (subject to change) • Maximum room occupancy is 4 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children • Children 18 and under are free in room with adults • 3rd and 4th adult (19 years and over) are $20 each, per night • Cribs are complimentary and rollaway beds are $15 each, per night (subject to availability) • Check-in time is 4:00pm and check-out time is noon • Early Departure Fee: Guests wishing to avoid an early departure check-out fee of $75 should advise the hotel at or before check-in of any change in planned length of stay. 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 August 8, 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 July 11, 2012. Between July 12, 2012 and August 8, 2012, one night’s deposit is forfeited. After August 8, 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 We recommend you fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, which is approximately a 2 hour drive to the resort. Flights in/out of Flagstaff (approximately an hour to the resort) are usually more expensive. Symposia Medicus has arranged for discount fares with Alaska, American, Delta and United Airlines for this conference. Reservations can be made either through your travel agency or through the airlines Convention Desk at the website or numbers listed here. In order to receive the discounted rate, you or your travel agent must refer to the Symposia Medicus Group ID number listed below. Airlines to Phoenix, Arizona (Conference Discounts available):
Airline to Flagstaff, Arizona (No Conference Discounts):
CAR RENTAL DISCOUNT 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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