State of the Art CourseState of the Art Course
February 28 – March 2, 2008
Westin Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL
COURSE DIRECTORS:
Jesse Hall, MD, University of Chicago & Gregory Schmidt, MD, University of Iowa
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides a comprehensive update on the clinical management of pulmonary and critical care disorders.
This 3 ½ day program includes 30 lectures delivered by a faculty of 30 experienced academic clinicians and 7 ‘Meet the Professor’ Sessions. Lectures provide a current perspective on topics of practical importance to practitioners. ‘Meet the Professor’ sessions facilitate informal exchange with the speakers on additional topics of interest; these are case-based, “hands-on” seminars.
TARGET AUDIENCE:
This course is designed for practicing physicians involved in the management of respiratory disease, critical care and sleep disorders.
Advanced Practice Nurses and Physician Assistants are also welcome. However, this course is not designed specifically for allied health professionals.
COURSE SCHEDULE:
The course will take place from Thursday, February 28th to Sunday, March 2nd 2008, at The Westin Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. The course will include up to 30 lectures and a choice of 7 Meet the Professor sessions. Course sessions will begin each day at 7:30 AM, and conclude by 6 PM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday and by 12 Noon on Sunday.
Click here to download the Course Schedule.
TOPICS
Lung Transplantation |
Vivek Ahya, MD
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Preoperative Evaluation of the Patient with Lung Disease
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Rick Albert, MD
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Severe Sepsis Management
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Gordon Bernard, MD
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COPD
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Bartolome Celli, MD
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Pulmonary and ICU Complications of Sickle Hemoglobinopathies
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Mark Gladwin, MD
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Diagnosing and Treating Mesothelioma
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Thomas Gross, MD
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NIV
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Nicholas Hill, MD
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Smoking Cessation
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Kyle Hogarth, MD
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Tuberculosis and Dealing with an Outbreak
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Douglas Hornick, MD
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Sarcoidosis
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Gary Hunninghake, MD
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Aspergillus Infection of the Lung
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Mark Judson, MD
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Lung Cancer
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Jeff Klein, MD
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Drug-Induced Pulmonary Disease
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Andrew Limper, MD
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VTE Imaging
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Randolph Lipchik, MD
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Cutting Edge Thoracic Radiology
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Heber MacMahon, MD
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Sleep Apnea
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Babak Mokhlesi, MD
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Interstitial Lung Disease
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Imre Noth, MD
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Bronchiectasis
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Anne O'Donnell, MD
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High Altitude Pulmonary Edema
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Robert Schoene, MD
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Malpractice Issues for the Pulmonary & Critical Care Physician
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Allen Schwartz, MD
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Alveolar Hemorrhage Syndromes
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Marvin Schwarz, MD
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Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing
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Kathy Sietsema, MD
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Alpha-1 Antitrypsin: State of the Art
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James Stoller, MD
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ARDS
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Taylor Thompson, MD
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Cardiac Dysfunction in Critical Illness
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Keith Walley, MD
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Difficult Asthma
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Sally Wenzel, MD
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Coagulation Abnormalities in the ICU
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Arthur Wheeler, MD
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Pulmonary Rehabilitation
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Jeff Wilson, MD
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Endocrine Disorders in the ICU
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Kenneth Wood, MD
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Community Acquired Pneumonia
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Richard Wunderink, MD
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EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FEES ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 3, 2007:
Registration benefits include up to 30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits (30 Lectures & 7 Case-Based Meet the Professor Sessions), Comprehensive Course Syllabus, Daily Continental Breakfast, and Daily Lunch (Thurs.-Sat.)
Physicians in Practice: |
$600 Members
$750 Non-Members
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In-Training Physicians, Nurses or PA’S:
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$400 Members
$500 Non-Members
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REGISTRATION FEES AFTER DECEMBER 3, 2007:
Registration benefits include up to 30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits (30 Lectures & 7 Case-Based Meet the Professor Sessions), Comprehensive Course Syllabus, Daily Continental Breakfast, and Daily Lunch (Thurs.-Sat.)
Physicians in Practice: |
$700 Members
$850 Non-Members
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In-Training Physicians, Nurses or PA’S:
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$500 Members
$600 Non-Members
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REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
Monday December 3, 2007 – Early Bird Registration
Monday February 4, 2008 – Regular Registration
(**Late Registration for Course will be accepted while space permits)
CME ACCREDITATION AND DESIGNATION:
The American Thoracic Society is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American Thoracic Society takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity. The American Thoracic Society designates this educational activity for a maximum of 30 AMA PRA Category1Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
HOTEL RESERVATIONS:
Hotel Reservations and Cancellations must be made directly with The Westin Michigan Avenue by calling 1-312-943-7200 (outside the U.S. call (1-888-627-8385) or online at: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/stateofart. The ATS group rate for single room is $149 & double rooms are $169. A deposit equal to one night’s stay is required to hold each individual’s reservation. These deposits paid by individuals are refundable if notice is received at least 72 hours prior to arrival and a cancellation number is obtained. After this date, the deposit is non-refundable. All rates are per room, per day & do not include applicable taxes & gratuities. Reservations made after February 4th, 2008 will be subject to availability at published rates.
For Online Hotel Registration Only go to:
http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/stateofart
For more information on the Westin Michigan Avenue go to:
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/property/
overview/index.html?propertyID=1030
Location
North Michigan Avenue is the upscale hub of downtown Chicago, and The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago is perfectly positioned to make the most of it. The hotel is within an easy walk of luxury retailers such as Bloomingdale’s and Saks, as well as the city’s most celebrated restaurants and famous jazz and blues clubs. For outdoor enthusiasts, Lake Michigan and the Oak Street Beach are just blocks away.
Hotel Recreational Facilities
Health Club:
WestinWORKOUT® Powered by Reebok Gym. Complimentary to all guests on a 24 hour basis, the WestinWORKOUT center features state-of-the-art equipment including free weights, treadmills, life-cycles and Stairmasters with private TV monitors and music (Headphones are available upon request).
Jogging/Walking Routes
Designed and certified by Runner's World Magazine, Runner's World Maps are available to our guests and feature 3-mile and 5-mile jogging/walking routes from our hotel as well as local running tips.
Valet Parking:
There is a daily parking rate of $46.00 with an on-site parking garage that is available with in and out privileges.
The Westin Michigan Avenue is located approximately 17 miles, 45 minutes by car, from O’Hare International Airport
TRANSPORTATION
Chicago Airports
http://gochicago.about.com/od/chicagoairportsairlines/
Chicago_Airports_and_Airlines.htm
Getting Around Chicago
http://gochicago.about.com/od/
gettingaroundchicago/a/cta_overview.htm
Chicago Transit Authority
http://www.transitchicago.com
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Should you need to cancel your registration, you must contact Barbara Horner at the ATS Education Programs Unit, in writing. (See address below.) If received on or before Friday, February 1st, 2008, you will receive a refund of your registration fee, less a $100.00 administration fee. No refunds will be made after February 2nd, but registrants unable to attend will receive the course syllabus. Hotel reservations and cancellations are the registrant's responsibility and concerns should be addressed directly with the hotel.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Barbara Horner, Manager of Education Databases and Projects, at telephone # (212) 315-8693, fax # (212) 315-8651, or by e-mail: bhorner@thoracic.org.
REGISTRATION FORM
Click here to download the registration form. | 
