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CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION Our 26th Annual Fall Conference on High Risk Obstetrics has been designed for physicians, certified nurse midwives, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who face challenges in the care of the high risk pregnant patient. The goal of this conference is to present current clinical data on key issues in the care of the high risk obstetric patient. 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. The outstanding faculty have been selected based on their individual areas of expertise, ability to communicate first-hand knowledge to others, and commitment to address issues of current concern to attendees. You are sure to enjoy this 26th Annual Fall Conference on High Risk Obstetrics while sharing ideas and experiences with colleagues from across the country in the exciting setting of Anaheim, California. CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES After participating in this conference, you should have an increased knowledge of, and be more competent to… • Manage acute endocrine and hypertensive emergencies during pregnancy • Avoid errors in intrapartum Electronic Fetal Monitoring • Manage the severely obese pregnant patient • Identify and avoid litigation hot spots in the pregnant patient • Use a practical approach to manage cardiac disease in pregnancy 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 Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG) for cognates, Formal Learning. This CME activity meets the requirements under California Assembly Bill 1195, continuing education and cultural and linguistic competency. Certified 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, 22.8 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 #1232 and indicate type of media preferred). SURROUNDING AREA & GROUND TRANSPORTATION Additional information about the Anaheim Marriott, surrounding area and ground transportation will be sent. DISNEYLAND & CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE TICKETS We have specially-priced Disneyland® and California Adventure tickets. Please go to |
CONFERENCE FACULTY Mark C. Alanis, MD, MSCR Donna Dizon-Townson, MD, FACOG Michael R. Foley, MD, FACOG Connie R. Graves, MD, FACOG Patricia M. Witcher, RNC-OB, MSN 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 Thursday, September 27
Friday, September 28
Saturday, September 29
Rx = Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority will be granted for these sessions |
CONFERENCE LOCATION This exciting conference will be held at the Anaheim Marriott. Whether you want rest and relaxation, or entertainment and excitement, this location has it all. The hotel is only two blocks away from Disneyland and California Adventure, where you can experience everything these world-renowned theme parks have to offer. Knott’s Berry Farm, America’s first theme park, is less than 7 miles away. If you love baseball, Anaheim is home to the Angels. Nearby is Angel Stadium, where visitors can enjoy a game of baseball or tour this historic facility. Anaheim’s Garden Walk features some of the best shopping & dining in Southern California. If you’re looking for a day trip, take a 45-minute drive to downtown Los Angeles and experience the bustle of the second largest city in the U.S. You can walk down Rodeo Drive and search for movie stars, or explore the Hollywood Walk of Fame and see iconic signatures of Hollywood greats. Golfing, bike trails and horseback riding are also located nearby. Beach lovers can experience the beauty & excitement of Laguna and Newport Beach, just 20 minutes from the Marriott. The Anaheim Marriott features a swimming pool, whirlpool and a complimentary fitness center open 24 hours. Each guest room has luxurious beds with down comforters, high-speed internet access, and 37 inch HD flat screen televisions, among many other amenities available. The hotel boasts JW’s, one of the best steakhouses in Anaheim, featuring an intimate, unique setting offering prime meats and world-class wines. You’re sure to find many thrilling adventures in this exciting destination for our 26th Annual Fall Conference on High Risk Obstetrics.
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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, continental breakfast and refreshments on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. • 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. CONFERENCE LODGING INFORMATION Group Rates have been arranged at the Anaheim Marriott. 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 on a first come, first served basis. PLEASE RESERVE EARLY as rooms may sell out and/or room rates may increase.
Some suites may be available. Please call us for availability and rates. TERMS & CONDITIONS • Above Group Rates do not include the following (subject to change): • Maximum occupancy in room is 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults and 1 child • Children 12 and under are free in room with adult • Third adult or child (over 12 years) is an additional $25 each, per night • Cribs and roll-away beds are available at no additional charge (subject to availability) • Check-in time is 3:00pm and check-out time is Noon. A late check-out may be requested with the front • 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 August 23, 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 26, 2012. Between July 27, 2012 and August 23, 2012, one night’s deposit is forfeited. After August 23, 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. AIR TRAVEL INFORMATION The closest airport to our conference hotel is John Wayne Airport (Orange County), which is an approximate 25 minute drive to the hotel; however, you can also fly into Long Beach Airport or Los Angeles International Airport. Long Beach is approximately 35 minutes from the hotel and Los Angeles is approximately 45 minutes from the hotel. 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 John Wayne Airport (Orange County) and Los Angeles International Airport (Conference Discounts available):
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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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