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Psychiatric Pharmacogenomics
March 2 - 4, 2008
This course will assist clinicians in learning how to use new biotechnological tools to assist in the choice of the right medicine at the right dose for the right patient. Some of the biotechnologies discussed will be Cytochrome P450 testing, and understanding the genes involved in the metabolic pathways of various psychotropic drugs.
Nomination details on the 2008 Weinshilboum Prize in Psychiatric Pharmacogenomics.
Location: Sheraton Kauai, Poipu Beach, Kauai, Hawaii
Contact: (800)-323-2688  E-Mail
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Pain Management: A state-of-the-Art Course in Pain Management for the Non-Pain Specialist
March 6 - 8, 2008
Multidisciplinary course that will target the integration of pain services across disciplines to address the national and international movement toward improved pain control in acute, chronic and cancer pain populations.
Written notification of cancellation must be received by February 22, 2008 to be eligible for a partial refund. No refunds will be made after February 22, 2008.
Location: Marco Island Mariott, Florida  Meeting Location
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Arrhythmias & the Heart
March 10 - 13, 2008
The Arrhythmias and the Heart symposium will explore approaches to the diagnosis, management and prevention of common rhythm disorders including a mini-symposium on atrial fibrillation and important pearls to aid in the evaluation and assessment of patients with cardiac arrhythmias. In addition, diagnosis and treatment of patients with congestive heart failure and other diagnostic tools will be presented.
Location: Grand Hyatt - Kauai, HI
Contact: (800) 283-6296 E-Mail
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology 2008: Advances and Case Discussions
March 14 - 16, 2008
This three-day course features presentations and discussions of topics in gastroenterology and hepatology, with a focus on cutting-edge information with direct clinical impact. We examine new procedures and techniques, and help attendees determine the role of these advances in their practice. Controversies in diagnosis and therapy are analyzed in discussion sessions and seminars. Workshops for GI nurses, ARNPs, and PAs are included. Meet-the-professor sessions, an endoscopy learning center, and audience response system engages participants in interactive learning.
This three-day course features presentations and discussions of topics in gastroenterology and hepatology, with a focus on cutting-edge information with direct clinical impact. We examine new procedures and techniques, and help attendees determine the role of these advances in their practice. Controversies in diagnosis and therapy are analyzed in discussion sessions and seminars. Workshops for GI nurses, ARNPs, and PAs are included. Meet-the-professor sessions, an endoscopy learning center, and audience response system engages participants in interactive learning.
Current fellows are invited to submit an ABSTRACT summarizing original clinical or basic research work completed during their fellowship, or a case vignette that makes important teaching points.
Location: Disney's Boardwalk Hotel and Resort, Walt Disney World, FL Meeting Location
Contact: (800)-462-9633 E-Mail
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Advances and Changing Trends in Medicine
March 15 - 17, 2008
A three-day post-graduated course designed to provide the latest state-of- the-art medical technology and current treatments in modern medicine. Topics are presented by multispecialty speakers and directed to internist, with ample opportunity for discussion and interactive clinical cases. The course will be presented in English with simultaneous translation in Spanish. Please click "More Info" for Hilton's Online booking tool to make your hotel reservation.
Location: Hilton Cancun Golf & Spa Resort, Cancun, Mexico Meeting Location
Contact: (800)-462-9633 E-Mail
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Mayo Echocardiography Review Course
March 15 - 18, 2008
Review of entire areas of Echocardiography designed for Echo Board which takes place in early June of each year as well as for review for practicing clinicians. Mayo Echocardiography Review Course will provide the cardiologist, echocardiographer, cardiology fellow, and cardiac sonographer with an overview of all aspects of cardiovascular ultrasound with a practical and clinical disease oriented focus. Well-known experts in each field will give in-depth didactic lectures on state-of-the-art subjects in adult echocardiography pertaining particularly to integration of echocardiographic data into clinical practice. Each lecture will be followed by or will include multiple “review”and “Board”type questions and answer sessions facilitated by an instantaneous electronic Audience Response System. Although this course is designed as a comprehensive review of echocardiography, it will also provide the cardiologist with an update on latest knowledge and advances in clinical echocardiography. The full practice of adult echocardiography will be reviewed, ranging from understanding how basic ultrasound physiology influences clinical imaging, to the latest in quantitative assessment of ventricular and valvular function as well as the clinical application of newer techniques such as strain and strain rate imaging. Special clinical case based sessions/symposia will focus on specific diseases such as heart failure, coronary artery disease, and valvular heart disease. In addition, hemodynamic data interpretation and "echo math" calculations will be presented in a workshop format. This course is FULL, if you would like to be placed on a wait list, click "Register Now" This course will be recorded and shipped on April 4, 2008. To pre-order, visit: http://cmestore.mayo.edu/
Location: Siebens Building, Rochester, MN
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Clinical Reviews 2008 - A Primary Care and Internal Medicine Update
March 26 - 29, 2008
Clinical Reviews 2008: A Primary Care and Internal Medicine Update is a four-day course designed for primary care providers, featuring medical updates and management strategies on various diseases. The program will include lectures; Q&A sessions; a unique interactive format that allows for immediate audience participation; Meet the Preceptor luncheons for one-on-one interaction between faculty and registrants; and various afternoon workshops where registrants choose a topic of interest.
Meet the Preceptor Luncheons: Make only one selection for Thursday, March 27 and only one selection for Friday, March 28
Afternoon workshops: Make only one selection for Thursday, March 27 and one only selection for Friday, March 28
Location: FireSky Resort & Spa, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Meeting Location
Contact: (480)-301-4580 E-Mail
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An Overview of Perioperative Medicine
March 27 - 29, 2008
An Overview of Perioperative Medicine is intended to update general internists, internist-sub specialists, family medicine specialists, and other health care providers on perioperative assessment and management. This course will focus on the practical, clinical side of preoperative assessment and postoperative management. The course will feature a collaborative faculty of multi-specialty experts in perioperative medicine from both Mayo Clinic and Jefferson Medical College.
Location: Siebens Building, Rochester, MN
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Menopausal Medicine: Care for the Mature Female
March 27 - 29, 2008
NOTE: The course roomblock at the Hyatt Tamaya is sold out at the $195 rate. Additional rooms have been added at $249 per night plus tax. Mayo Clinic has NOT negotiated special rates at other locations. You may browse the following websites for lodging suggestions:
Albuquerque Visitor and Convention Bureau
http://www.itsatrip.org
Santa Fe Official Travel Site
http://www.santafe.org
Bernalillo Chamber of Commerce (town closest to Hyatt Tamaya)
www.bernalillochamber.org
This course reviews the changing concepts in the care of the mature woman.
A series of case-based lectures includes the latest knowledge about the unique aspects of medical care for the menopausal woman. The emphasis is on the integration of metabolic, hormonal, and neuropsychologic aspects of aging. There will be opportunities for discussion with the audience about these issues and to address specific problems. The faculty includes thought leaders in the various fields of menopausal medicine.
Location: Hyatt Tamaya Resort, Santa Ana Pueblo, Albuquerque, NM Meeting Location
Contact: (800)-323-2688 E-Mail
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Emergency Medicine 2008: Moving Forward
March 30 - April 2, 2008
This course is designed for practicing and academic emergency medicine physicians, primary care providers and allied health personnel interested in emergency medicine. The program focuses on emergency medicine topics, emphasizing material beyond what is covered during residency. Audience participation will be encouraged through activities such as question-and-answer sessions and an interactive keypad response system.
Location: Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains, Scottsdale, Arizona
Contact: (480)-301-4580 E-Mail
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