General Information
Please remember, your courses cannot overlap.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION METHODS
Enrollment for all courses is limited. Registrations are accepted and assignments are made in the order they are received. Advance Registration will close on October 30, 2008. There are 3 easy ways to register:
Mail: Complete the registration form and send with payment to:
AANA
Lockbox 619701
PO Box 6197
Chicago, IL 60680-6197
Fax: 24 hours a day, be sure to include all credit card information requested. Faxed registrations cannot be processed unless you choose to pay by credit card – 847-292-2268. DO NOT MAIL YOUR REGISTRATION IF YOU ALREADY REGISTERED BY FAX!
Internet: http://www.aana.org and click on 2008 Fall Course. Click on the registration link and complete the registration form along with your credit card information.
PLEASE NOTE – when you register on-line you will receive your confirmation by mail. You will not receive an automatic confirmation via our website.
REGISTRATION
: JW Marriott Desert Ridge
Wednesday, November 19 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Thursday, November 20 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday, November 21 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday, November 22 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
ACCREDITATION
The Arthroscopy Association of North America is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide medical education for physicians.
CME CREDIT
The Arthroscopy Association of North America designates this education activity for a maximum of AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Lecture & Laboratory:
Course 100 - 3.75
Course 101 - 6.75
Course 104 - 6.75
Lecture only:
Course 100L – 1.75
Course 101L – 4.0
Course 102L – 1.75
Course 103L – 1.75
Course 104L – 3.75
Additional Courses:
Update on Arthroscopic E & M and Surgical Coding – 1.5
ALEX Shoulder Model Laboratory – 1.5
Donnie Knee Model Laboratory – 1.5
Mini Fellowships – 2.5
MRI Interpretation - 2
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST & COFFEE BREAKS
Continental breakfast and coffee breaks will be held in the Exhibit Hall of the JW Marriott Desert Ridge.
DISCLAIMER
The methods, techniques, and procedures demonstrated and the views and opinions expressed by speakers, presenters and faculty are their own and do not necessarily represent those of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), or does presentation on the program represent or constitute endorsement or promotion by AANA.
AANA is not responsible for expenses incurred by an individual who is not confirmed and for whom space is not available at the meeting. Cost incurred by the registrant, such as airline or hotel fees or penalties are the responsibility of the registrant.
EXHIBITS
To complement the education session, a variety of technical exhibits will be on display throughout the course.
The Exhibit Hours are:
Thursday, November 20 6:45 am – 3:00 pm & 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday, November 21 6:45 am – 3:00 pm
Saturday, November 22 6:45 am – 9:30 am
(Exhibits will close on Saturday, November 22nd)
FEES
The registration fee includes all continental breakfasts, coffee breaks, reception, registration materials, lecture sessions and laboratory sessions.
HOSPITALITY SUITE
A Hospitality suite will be open at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge:
Thursday, November 20 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday, November 21 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday, November 22 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
HOTEL RESERVATIONS
– Book Early!
You are encouraged to make your hotel reservations early! You have several ways to make your reservations:
1.
www.aana.org & click on the reservation link
2.
Mail the completed hotel reservation form to the hotel
3.
Fax the hotel reservation form to the hotel
4.
Call in your reservation
Housing deadline: October 20, 2008
KNOT TYING LABORATORY
A Knot Tying Laboratory will be available for the Shoulder Lab participants. Instructors will be available at these times:
Thursday, November 20 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Friday, November 21 8:00 am – 9:00 am
ALEX SHOULDER MODEL LABORATORY
An ALEX Shoulder Model Laboratory will be available for shoulder lab participants. You must register for the shoulder lecture to participate in this laboratory.
Enrollment limit: 24
Fee: $100.00
Friday, November 21 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
DONNIE KNEE MODEL LABORATORY
A Donnie Knee Model Laboratory will be available for knee lab participants. You must register for the knee lecture to participate in this laboratory. Enrollment limit: 24
Fee: $100.00
Saturday, November 22
9:30 am – 11:00 am
LABORATORY REQUIREMENTS & INSTRUMENTS
Each laboratory station will have two to three registrants per cadaveric specimen. Universal precautions will be required in the laboratory. Gowns, gloves, masks and goggles will be provided.
RECEPTION
A reception will be held on Thursday, November 20 at 6:30 pm in the Exhibit Hall at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge. Admission to the reception is included in the registration fee.
REFUNDS
Refunds will be subject to a non-refundable $75.00 processing fee. Requests for refunds must be received in writing at the Association office by October 30, 2008. No refunds will be issued after October 30, 2008.
RENTAL CARS
Hertz has been appointed the official rental company for this course and is offering special discounted rates. Reservations may be made by calling the Hertz Meeting Sales Desk at 1-800-654-2240 and identifying the group name and meeting number: CV#024M0013.
AIRLINE TRAVEL
The Arthroscopy Association of North America has appointed Experient as the official air travel coordinator for the Fall Course. Experient provides attendees with personalized, unbiased airline reservations and ticketing at the lowest available fare with one toll-free call. To receive the exclusive AANA air fares, call Experient at 1-800-621-1083. If you are outside of the U.S. and Canada, please call 847-940-1176. Experient will charge a minimal transaction fee of $22.00 per airline ticket issued.
WAIVER
Routine safety precautions should be taken by all participants as during normal surgical procedures. A signed waiver of liability will be required from each laboratory participant. Participants will be sent a waiver which must be signed on-site at the time of registration.
GOLF TOURNAMENT
AANA/BREG Golf Tournament
Saturday, November 22 at 12:30 pm
A shot gun golf tournament has been planned for course participants at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge. A $200.00 greens fee should be returned with your registration form. This includes one round of golf, range balls, cart, prizes, food, contests and more. The registration fee for each player will be donated to support the AANA Education Fund. Our sincere thanks to BREG, Inc. for organizing this event. Registration is limited to Course Registrants only (Members and Non-members). Advanced registration will be required with the participant’s official handicap or average score. Please note: No refunds after October 30, 2008. After this date the tournament fee will be considered a donation. Maximum number of participants: 72
AANA PALS
Walk for Breast Cancer Research – Friday, November 21, 2008 at 9:00 am
Bring your walking shoes, your children, including those in baby strollers and your spouse (if not in a meeting) for the 3rd AANA PALS Walk for Breast Cancer Research. This is a chance to spend some time together and to do something else at the same time - support Breast Cancer. All donations can be made to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Join us in supporting Breast Cancer Research.
