AAMD 35th Annual Meeting
Sunday, June 13 – Thursday, June 17, 2010
Hilton Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
Make your plans to join your radiation oncology colleagues for the AAMD 35th Annual Meeting in Minneapolis!
Highlights of the meeting include:
Educational Sessions
More than 28 presentations and workshops to increase your knowledge base. Application for MDCB credit approval is in process.
Confirmed speakers and topics include:
Keynote Address: Our Universe: A Scientific and Religious View of Creation, Faiz Khan, PhD
You have heard his name hundreds of times! You have read his books! Now come and meet the man! Please join us Sunday morning, June 13 for our special keynote speaker, Dr. Faiz Khan, whose scientific perspective promises to offer new insight into this age old topic.
Peer Review in Radiation Therapy: Robert Adams, EdD., CMD
Reimbursement Revisited - 2010 Billing & Coding: Sally Eggleston, MBA, RT(R)
SBRT: Treatment Planning and Immobilization: Rachel Hackett, CMD, RT(T)
Planning for the Future: Impacting Radiation Planning and Delivery Methods From A Ring Gantry Perspective: Steve Jacobs
Image-Guided Radiation Therapy: Benefits and Limitations: Faiz Khan, PhD
The Clinical Rationale for Proton Therapy: Andrew Lee, MD
IMRT Lung Benchmarks and Limitations for Thoracic Malignancies: Matthew Palmer, MBA, CMD
Special Workshops
JRCERT
Accreditation Seminar
Saturday, June 12, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
This seminar is appropriate for program officials and others who participate in the accreditation process and is particularly helpful for those who are in the process of preparing a self-study report. Participation in the seminar facilitates understanding of the JRCERT accreditation process, the JRCERT accreditation standards, and the Guide for Program Analysis. Registration is limited to 25 participants, with no more than 3 officials from any single JRCERT accredited program.
Interim Report Session
Saturday, June 12, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
JRCERT staff will discuss methods for preparing and submitting an Interim Report and participants will have an opportunity to ask questions. To register for the JRCERT Accreditation Seminar, go to: http://www.jrcert.org/calendar.html
AAMD/ROR Challenge Plan
Monday, June 14, 5:00 – 6:00 pm
Participate in the 2010 AAMD/ROR Challenge Plan! See complete details at: http://www.roresources.com/aamd.html
Then join us for the announcement of the winners of the 2010 AAMD/ROR Challenge Plan on Sunday, June 13 during the AAMD Annual Meeting and for these special Monday workshops, which will provide a hands-on analysis of the Challenge Plan (GYN IMRT). Each workshop will be vendor-specific to the Pinnacle, Eclipse and CMS planning systems. There will be an evaluation of the dataset and tumor volumes, a brief scholarly article review of the GYN IMRT perspectives and an in-depth analysis of critical structure inclusion and contouring. The workshops will also include a dialogue on ROR’s vendor-specific tips and tricks for GYN IMRT cases, as well as an opportunity to work with representatives from each vendor to enhance your knowledge base of GYN IMRT. The workshops are included with regular meeting registration, but pre-registration is required. See the online registration system or printed registration form to sign up.
Registration Fees
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Early
(Through April 16) |
Regular
(April 17 – June 1) |
Late
(June 2 – Onsite) |
| AAMD Member |
$550 |
$625 |
$675 |
| Non-Member |
$750 |
$825 |
$875 |
| One Day AAMD Member |
$200 |
$200 |
$200 |
| One Day Non-Member |
$250 |
$250 |
$250 |
| AAMD Student Member |
$100 |
$150 |
$175 |
| One Day AAMD Student Member |
$ 50 |
$ 50 |
$ 50 |
Exhibitors and Sponsors:
Don’t miss this opportunity to reach more than 400 medical dosimetry and radiation oncology professionals. Enjoy a lively Welcome Reception and daily coffee breaks in the Exhibit Hall, along with access to the educational sessions for continuous networking. Reconnect with your current clients and meet new prospects at this dynamic meeting.
For more exhibit and sponsorship information, contact Stacey Wilson, AAMD Director of Marketing at:
Phone: 703-234-4081
E-mail: swilson@drohanmgmt.com |
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Hotel Information:
Discounted AAMD room rates are available at the Hilton Minneapolis from June 10 – 18, 2010. Hotel reservations must be made either through the Hilton Reservations Website or by calling the Hilton Minneapolis Reservations Department at 800-HILTONS. Ask for the AAMD group discount. Promo code: DOS. The AAMD room rate at the Hilton Minneapolis is $199 per night single or double occupancy. Make your reservations as soon as possible. Rooms may not be available after May 22, 2010 or may only be available at higher rates.
Ground Transportation to the Hilton Minneapolis
from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP):
Book your Super Shuttle Transfer by visiting http://www.supershuttle.com/default.aspx?GC=28QL4 Regular fare is $16 each way or $28 roundtrip. AAMD fare is $15 each way or $24 roundtrip. The group discount is only available for online reservations and prepayment. Use Group Discount code: 28QL4. Remember to make a record of your confirmation code and bring it with you to the airport to catch the Shuttle.
For registration questions, contact Shawn Lavoie, the AAMD Conference Planner at:
Phone: 1-888-5-STEELE (783353)
E-mail: AAMD@steelemeetings.com
For all other meeting questions, contact the Administrative Conference Committee at:
Minneapolis2010@medicaldosimetry.org
2011 Annual Meeting
St. Louis, Missouri
Sunday, June 12 - Thursday, June 16
Hyatt Regency St. Louis Riverfront
For more information, contact: aamd@medicaldosimetry.org
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