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CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION Our 28th Annual Fall Conference on Pediatric Emergencies focuses on the many challenges facing Pediatric and Emergency physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and nurses involved in the clinical care of children. The goal of this conference is to increase participants’ knowledge of recent advances in pediatric emergency medicine and to enhance their competence in managing common pediatric emergencies. Participants will be able to update and apply their knowledge and skills immediately to clinical practice through participation in lectures, case presentations and discussions about illnesses and injuries specific to the pediatric population. 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. Conference format will include didactic lectures, smaller group discussion sessions, 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 You are sure to enjoy our 28th Annual Fall Conference on Pediatric Emergencies while sharing ideas and experiences with colleagues CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES After participating in this conference, you should have an increased knowledge of, and be more • Implement current concepts in diagnosis and treatment of pediatric orthopedic emergencies • Differentiate non-epileptic from epileptic events in children • Recognize and treat neurological emergencies • Identify appropriate medications for sedating children in the emergency department • Cite the conditions that can cause chest pain in children and determine when to refer to a specialist 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 for 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 to the American College of Emergency Physicians for ACEP Category 1 credit. This continuing medical education activity has been reviewed by the American Academy of Pediatrics and is acceptable for a maximum of 18 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. Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending. 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 GROUP BREAKOUT SESSIONS Smaller 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 #1235 and indicate type of media preferred). 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 Jahn Avarello, MD, FAAP, FACEP Richard M. Cantor, MD, FAAP, FACEP Paul Graham Fisher, MD, FAAP George A. (Tony) Woodward, MD, MBA 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 Tuesday, October 23
Wednesday, October 24
Thursday, October 25
Friday, October 26
Saturday, October 27
Rx= Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority |
CONFERENCE LOCATION Aloha! The magical island of Maui, land of legend and incredible beauty, is the setting for our 28th Annual Fall Conference on Pediatric Emergencies. Famous for its breathtaking beauty and spectacular white sand beaches, the island of Maui is dramatically covered by mountain slopes and lush valleys. Located along the stretch of gorgeous, white sand of the famed Ka’anapali Beach, with spectacular views of Lana’i and Molokai, The Westin Maui Resort & Spa is just minutes from Maui’s many attractions, yet remains a world unto itself. In close proximity to the Westin are great restaurants and shopping, and only three miles away is the town of Lahaina. Just a short stroll from the Westin is Whaler’s Village – the only oceanfront shopping plaza in Hawaii. The Village has a diverse collection of world-class designer boutiques, gift shops, art galleries, and wonderful open-air, first-rate restaurants next to Ka’anapali Beach. Each guest room at the Westin has a private lanai, with picturesque views of lush gardens, waterfalls, tropical landscaping, or the ocean. You’ll also find the signature Heavenly Beds® and Heavenly Shower® waiting for you to offer new levels of comfort. Activities are plentiful at the Westin, from world-class golfing to five interconnecting swimming pools (one with a 125 foot slide), truly an aquatic playground. Scuba diving, sailing off Ka’anapali’s beautiful coastline, snorkeling, water volleyball and aqua golf, are just some of the activities to enjoy and discover. Enjoy dining at the many varied restaurants located on the hotel property, and indulge in the numerous ways to pamper yourself at the signature 15,000 square foot Heavenly Spa by Westin℠. There’s even a Westin Kids Club, certain to entertain the kids. Whatever your pleasure, you’ll be sure to find it in Maui at our 28th Annual Fall Conference on Pediatric Emergencies.
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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, 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 or by using the form in this brochure. • If paying by check, make payable to Symposia Medicus, and send with registration form to 399 Taylor Blvd., Suite 201, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-2287; OR • Conference registration will be confirmed in writing and more information on travel, hotel and group tours will be sent. • This conference meets the requirements for CE 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, (925) 969-1789, or visit our website at www.symposiamedicus.org. • For information on air reservations and ticketing assistance, you may either call the airlines direct or your travel agent. Please see the Airline Travel Information portion of this brochure for further information. CONFERENCE LODGING INFORMATION (Group Rates include Daily Buffet Breakfast for Single/Double Occupancy) Group Rates have been arranged at the Westin Maui Resort & Spa. 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 your lodging, hotel fees as stated below, and all incidental charges are 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.
Hotel Policies • Group rates above do not include 13.416% state and local taxes per room, per night (subject to change) • Maximum room occupancy is four (regardless of age) • Mandatory additional person charges (see below) include daily buffet breakfast, taxes and gratuities: • Self parking is complementary at the hotel for guests who book through Symposia Medicus • Check-in time is 3:00pm and check-out time is noon. A late check-out can only be confirmed on the date of departure by the front office. Additional charges will apply for late check-outs and are based upon availability. • Early Departure Fee: Please notify the hotel at check-in if there are any changes to your scheduled departure as an early departure fee equal to one night’s room rate will be charged to any guest who checks out of the hotel before their stated reserved departure date. • 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 September 19, 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 August 22, 2012. Between August 23, 2012 and September 19, 2012 one night’s deposit is forfeited. After September 19, 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 the Kahului Airport, which is approximately 27 miles from the Westin Maui Resort & Spa. Symposia Medicus has arranged for discount fares with Alaska, American, Delta, Hawaiian, 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 below. In order to receive the discounted rate, you or your travel agent must refer to the Symposia Medicus ID numbers listed below.
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
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