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NAMDRC 31st Annual Meeting and Education Conference
PLEASE JOIN NAMDRC AND THE THOUGHT LEADERS OF PULMONARY MEDICINE IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, MARCH 13 – 15, 2008.
The Program
NAMDRC's Program Chair, Steve Peters, MD, and his Committee are working hard to design a program that will go provide timely, well focused presentations by the thought leaders in pulmonary medicine. Program information will be updated on this site as soon as it is available.
Meeting Goals
The following goals and objectives have been established for this meeting:
Target Audience
You need not be a member of NAMDRC to participate in this educational opportunity. Attendance is open to all health care professionals in respiratory care, pulmonary medicine, critical care, sleep disorders and respiratory home health care and long term care services, pulmonary rehabilitation, pulmonary physiology diagnostics, ventilator management and hyperbaric oxygen therapy fields. This conference is perfect for physicians and non-physicians alike in the field of respiratory medicine and care.
Member and non-member registration fees apply to the following categories of participants:
CME Credit
This activity is being planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Center for Continuing Education and NAMDRC.
The University of Nebraska Medical Center, Center for Continuing Education is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Schedule of Events
Plan to arrive on Wednesday, March 12, 2008, and depart on Sunday, March 16, 2008. NAMDRC's educational program will begin on Thursday morning, March 13th and the program will conclude with a fabulous reception Saturday Evening March 15th. Sessions are held in the mornings, allowing plenty of time in the afternoons and evenings to enjoy the hotel and recreational opportunities offered in San Francisco and the surrounding area.
Receptions, included in the registration fee are:
Wednesday, March 12 – 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Thursday, March 13 – 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Saturday, March 15 - 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Meeting Registration:
Special discounts are available for NAMDRC members, non-members and Fellows who register by the Early Bird Deadline of December 31, 2007. Pre-registration will close on Wednesday, March 5, 2008. Registration forms will be available in September.
Registration Fees:
Meeting Attendees: Registration fees for NAMDRC members, Non-Members and Fellows cover the cost of all educational sessions, CME credits, three continental breakfasts, coffee breaks, a Wine & Cheese welcome, and two buffet dinner receptions.
Family Members/Guest(s): Attendees are encouraged to bring family members and guests. Registrations for family members and guests must accompany a meeting attendee registration. The fee for each family member or guest over age 12 is $100.00. Children 12 and under are welcome at no charge. The registration fee includes the three continental breakfasts, the Wine and Cheese Welcome, and the Thursday and Saturday evening buffet dinner receptions.
Excursions & Events Program : An exciting program is being planned for spouses, guests and family members. San Francisco has a variety of activities available to suit everyone. It will undoubtedly be a sell out so order your tickets early.
Recreational Activities
Climate/Dress
March is one of the most inviting months to visit San Francisco. Characteristically cloudless and mild, some of the warmest and driest days of the year occur in the spring months. It is fairly cool near the oean; the temperature range is 49-62. Mid-weight jackets, long sleeve shirts and sweaters are recommended. The layered look is suggested.
Attire for educational sessions is business casual. The receptions on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday evenings call for a casual/elegant look. Most restaurants do not require jackets and ties.
Program Committee
In accordance with accepted guidelines, the Program Committee is the sole determinant in the selection of topics and speakers. Corporate sponsors do not provide input to the Annual Meeting Program Committee or in any other way participate in discussions of meeting topics or speakers.
2007 Program Committee Members
Steve G. Peters, MD, Chairman
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
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