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PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

December 4 - 7, 2012 @ Brac Reef Beach Resort (Cayman Brac)

This 4-day continuing medical education program is intended for Otolaryngologists and related healthcare providers interested in a broad spectrum of topics in the field of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck surgery. The course will include a review and update of recent advances in rhinology, head and neck cancer, pediatric otolaryngology, otology/neurology, laryngology, rhinoplasty, facial plastic surgery, imaging, allergy, and obstructive sleep apnea. The program also includes thought-provoking panel discussions on difficult cases and controversies in rhinology, management of the thyroid, workforce issues and training, and what is new and exciting in otolaryngology.

CONTACT INFO:

For more information contact:
Cathy Lafferty @ cathy.lafferty@uphs.upenn.edu
Phone: 215-349-5382 | Fax: 215-662-4515

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• “Amazing meeting – great information.”
• “Excellent balance of content.”
• “Great course – really enjoyed it.”
• “Keep up the program.”
• “Robotic surgery talks made trip worthwhile.”
• "Great current data - well done."

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

March 8-10, 2012 @ The Westin Philadelphia (Philadelphia, PA)

This comprehensive three-day continuing medical education program in Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery features an outstanding national and international faculty. The course focuses on medical and surgical advances in the management of sino-nasal disease and skull base disorders. There will be specific emphasis on the frontal and sphenoid sinuses, chronic rhinosinusitus, skull base surgery, medical therapy, emerging technologies and endoscopic management of benign and malignant skull base tumors. Difficult cases, prevention, diagnosis and management of complications arising from sinus disease and skull base surgery will be reviewed.

Again we will offer live surgery at the course, but for the first time will present cases by our otolaryngologist/neurosurgeon teams! Live surgical cases will be telecasted to the Penn Surgical Theatre where participants will be able to interact with Drs. Kennedy, Palmer, O’Malley, Adappa, Grady and Lee while they are operating. Additionally, demonstration cadaver dissections will be presented by Drs. Nicolai and Cappabianca using powered instrumentation and stereotactic surgical navigation systems. The course also offers a cadaver dissection laboratory for hands-on experience with powered
instrumentation, drills and image-guidance systems at every station. A special highlight of the program is the Distinguished Skull Base Professorship, featuring the lectures and dissections presented by Drs. Nicolai and Cappabianca.

COURSE DIRECTORS :

James N. Palmer, MD Bert W. O'Malley, Jr., MD David W. Kennedy, MD Noam A. Cohen, MD, PhD

Nithin Adappa, MD M. Sean Grady, MD John Y.K. Lee , MD

 

FEATURED SPEAKERS:

Paolo Cappabianca, MD Professor and Chairman Department of Neurological Surgery University of Naples Federico II, Italy

Piero Nicolai, MD Professor and Chairman Department of Otorhinolaryngology University of Brescia, Italy

 

REGISTRATION:

Register early!! It is strongly recommended that you register early for this program. Registration is limited due to seating capacity in the surgical theatre and number of stations in the hands-on laboratory. Registrations will be accepted on a first come basis according to the date registration payments are received. After January 15, 2012 all rates will increase by $100.00.

CONTACT INFO:

For more information contact:
Cathy Lafferty @ cathy.lafferty@uphs.upenn.edu
Phone: 215-349-5382 | Fax: 215-662-4515

 

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• This was a fantastic course!”
• “I love how the course content evolves from year to year.”
• “Very well organized, highly professional staff. Congratulations to the team who have organized this course.”
• “Excellent review of recent research - very informative.”
• “Exceptional lecture Basic Sinus Anatomy. The best I have ever heard on this subject.”
• “Great discussions of not only surgical techniques but indications and complications.”
• “Amazing A++.”
  

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

March 10-11, 2012 @ The Westin Philadelphia (Philadelphia, PA)

This course will cover valuable information for general otorhinolaryngologists as well as those focusing their practice on rhinology or facial plastic surgery. Plan to attend and learn what the experts recommend for the most difficult problems as well as the most common conditions. Earn CME credit while engaging with a distinuguished faculty who provide broad perspective to this comprehensive program.

Topics to be covered by the experts and by attendee discussion include: Evaluation and analysis of the nose; basic and advanced nasal anatomy; functional and aesthetic nasal surgery; nasal valve surgical techniques; treatment of surgical failures; pre-operative planning for safe airway and cosmetic facial plastic surgery; maximizing success in nasal airway surgery and functional septorhinoplasty; complications in airway, and facial plastic surgery; tips and pearls for rhinoplasty and other facial plastic procedures; prevention and management of rhinoplasty complications; understanding terms and uses of grafts in rhinoplasty. In addition to lectures and discussion with audience participation, attendees may actively participate in laboratory dissection session.

COURSE DIRECTORS :

Oren Friedman, MD Ara Chalian, MD Daniel Becker, MD

 

GUEST FACULTY:

Paul Carniol, MD Stephen A. Goldstein, MD Grant Hamilton, MD Eugene B. Kern, MD Ira D. Papel, MD Tom D. Wang, MD

REGISTRATION:

Register early!! It is strongly recommended that you register early for this program. Registration is limited due to seating capacity in the surgical theatre and number of stations in the hands-on laboratory. Registrations will be accepted on a first come basis according to the date registration payments are received. After January 15, 2012 all rates will increase by $100.00.

 

CONTACT INFO:

For more information contact:
Cathy Lafferty @ cathy.lafferty@uphs.upenn.edu
Phone: 215-349-5382 | Fax: 215-662-4515

 

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• “Great course.”
• “Clearly demonstrated ideas and philosophy.”
• “Interesting, well explained solutions to hard problems.”
• “Excellent debates.”
• “Superb techniques, I will use this.”
• “Very practical and beneficial.”
• “Excellent conference, enjoyed it very much.”
  
  

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

February 18 – 20, 2011 (President’s Day Weekend)
Disney's Boardwalk Inn, rlando, Florida

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Indications for Portable Sleep Studies with CMS Update
• Surgery for OSA and Snoring: State-of-the-Art in 2011
• Nasal Surgery and OSA – Does it Help?
• New Surgical Technologies for Sleep Disordered Breathing
• Utility of CPAP Tracking Systems and Auto-CPAP
• New Developments in the Treatment of Insomnia
• Obesity Treatments including Diets, Medications, and Surgery
• Update in Oral Appliance Therapy
• Motor Vehicle Accidents and OSA
• New Techniques in Upper Airway Evaluation and Imaging
• Indications for Provent, Palatal Implants, Electrical Stimulation

BREAKOUT SESSIONS:

• Sleep Board Review: Polysomnography, Artifacts and SDB
• Surgical Lab for Sleep Apnea Techniques
• Medical Guidelines, Management of a Fiscally Sound Sleep Lab and Portable Sleep Studies
• Surgical Case Presentations

COURSE DIRECTORS:

Richard J. Schwab, MD
Andrew N. Goldberg, MD, MSCE
Eric J. Kezirian, MD, MPH

REGISTRATION:

Before December 15, 2010 = $625.00
After December 15, 2010 = $675.00
Nurses, Allied Health Professionals, Sleep Technicians/Residents/Fellows = $575.00

(Tuition includes Fireworks Reception at Epcot)

CONTACT INFO:

For more information contact:
Cathy Lafferty @ cathy.lafferty@uphs.upenn.edu
Phone: 215-349-5382 | Fax: 215-662-4515

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• “Good, wide range of topics.”
• “Interesting, well organized…very well done.”
• “So much good info!”
• “Very useful clinically, updated and great.”
• “Excellent.”

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

March 10-12, 2011 @ The Westin Philadelphia (Philadelphia, PA)

This comprehensive three-day continuing medical education program in Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery features an outstanding national and international faculty. The course focuses on medical and surgical advances in the management of sino-nasal disease and skull base disorders. There will be specific emphasis on the frontal and sphenoid sinuses, chronic rhinosinusitus, skull base surgery, medical therapy, image guidance and powered instrumentation and endoscopic management of benign and malignant skull base tumors. Difficult cases, prevention, diagnosis and management of complications arising from sinus disease and skull base surgery will be reviewed.

Once again, we are excited to offer live surgery at the course! Live surgical cases will be telecasted to the Penn Surgical Theatre where participants will be able to interact with Drs. Kennedy and Palmer while they are operating. Additionally, Drs. Stammberger and Schwartz using powered instrumentation and stereotactic surgical navigation systems will present demonstration cadaver dissections. The course also offers a cadaver dissection laboratory for hands-on experience with powered instrumentation, drills and image-guidance systems at every station. A special highlight of the program is the Distinguished Skull Base Professorship, featuring the lectures and dissections presented by Drs. Schwartz and Stammberger.

COURSE DIRECTORS :

James N. Palmer, MD Bert W. O'Malley, Jr., MD David W. Kennedy, MD

M. Sean Grady, MD Noam A. Cohen, MD, PhD John Y.K. Lee , MD

 

FEATURED SPEAKERS:

Theodore H. Schwartz, MD Professor of Neurosurgery Otolaryngology, Neurology and Neuroscience Department of Neurosurgery Weill Cornell Medical College New York Presbyterian Hospital New York, NY

Heinz Stammberger, MD Professor and Head Department of General ENT Head and Neck Surgery Medical University of Graz, Austria

 

REGISTRATION:

Register early!! It is strongly recommended that you register early for this program. Registration is limited due to seating capacity in the surgical theatre and number of stations in the hands-on laboratory. Registrations will be accepted on a first come basis according to the date registration payments are received. After January 15, 2011 all rates will increase by $100.00.

 

CONTACT INFO:

For more information contact:
Cathy Lafferty @ cathy.lafferty@uphs.upenn.edu
Phone: 215-349-5382 | Fax: 215-662-4515

 

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• “Excellent academic activity.”
• “Practical – useful clinically.”
• “As usual – excellent.”
• “What a great experience.”
• “Fantastic lab, excellent instruction.”
• “All the lecturers and proctors were great.”
• “Best sinus course!! Will definitely recommend!!”

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

November 2 - 7 , 2010 @ Plaza Resort (Bonaire)

This popular 4-day continuing medical education program is intended for practicing Otolaryngologists interested in updating their knowledge in a broad spectrum of topics in the field of Otolaryngology. An outstanding international faculty will provide a review of contemporary diagnosis and management techniques within their field of subspecialty expertise including recent advances in rhinology, facial plastic surgery, pediatric otolaryngology, otology, and office E&M code compliance. A few lectures highlighting the otolaryngologic effects of diving will also be offered. Adequate time will be allowed for more formal discussion within the lectures and panels. However, a highlight of the course will be the informal daily interactions between the faculty and participants which will occur over the four days.

REGISTRATION:

The registration fee for this program is $750. The registration fee includes course materials, buffet breakfasts, lunches and a welcome reception. Reduced fee for residents is $550. (Please send a letter from your department verifying your residency status.)

CONTACT INFO:

For more information contact:
Cathy Lafferty @ cathy.lafferty@uphs.upenn.edu
Phone: 215-349-5382 | Fax: 215-662-4515

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• “Excellent program.”
• “Great job with this meeting by all involved.”
• “Facial plastics addition was great.”
• “The course was excellent.”
• “A lot of pearls.”

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

March 11-14, 2010 @ The Westin Philadelphia (Philadelphia, PA)

This comprehensive four-day continuing medical education program in Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery features an outstanding national and international faculty. The course focuses on medical and surgical advances in the management of sino-nasal disease and skull base disorders. There will be specific emphasis on the frontal and sphenoid sinuses, chronic rhinosinusitis, skull base surgery, medical therapy, pediatric sinusitis, image guidance and powered instrumentation and endoscopic management of benign and malignant skull base tumors. Difficult cases, prevention, diagnosis and management of complications arising from sinus disease and skull base surgery will be reviewed. Multidisciplinary teams of one neurosurgeon and one otolaryngologist are encouraged.

LIVE SURGERY!! Once again we are excited to offer live surgery at the course! Live surgical cases will be telecasted to the Penn Surgical Theatre where participants will be able to interact with Drs. Kennedy and Palmer while they are operating. Additionally, demonstration cadaver dissections will be presented by Drs. Stamm, Stammberger and Rhoton using powered instrumentation and stereotactic surgical navigation systems. The course also offers a cadaver dissection laboratory for hands-on experience with powered instrumentation, drills, and image-guidance systems at every station. A special highlight of the program is the Distinguished Skull Base Professorship, featuring the lectures and dissections presented by Drs. Rhoton and Stamm.

COURSE DIRECTORS :

James N. Palmer, MD Heinz Stammberger, MD Bert W. O'Malley, Jr., MD David W. Kennedy, MD

M. Sean Grady, MD Noam A. Cohen, MD, PhD Alexander G. Chiu, MD

 

FEATURED SPEAKERS:

Aldo C. Stamm, MD , PhD Director, Sao Paulo ENT Center, Brazil

Albert L. Rhoton, Jr., MD Professor and Chairman Emeritus Department of Neurosurgery University of Florida

 

REGISTRATION:

Register early!! It is strongly recommended that you register early for this program. Registration is limited due to seating capacity in the surgical theatre and number of stations in the hands-on laboratory. Registrations will be accepted on a first come, first served basis according to the date registration forms and payments are received. After January 15, 2010 all rates will increase by $100.00.

CONTACT INFO:

For more information contact:
Cathy Lafferty @ cathy.lafferty@uphs.upenn.edu
Phone: 215-349-5382 | Fax: 215-662-4515

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• “Very helpful.”
• “Excellent course, lab experience was good.”
• “Excellent pace.”
• “Appreciated willingness of faculty to interact with me.”
• “I think it was great and very well organized.”
• “I’m coming here for years, good job as always.”

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

This program is designed for practicing otolaryngologists with a significant interest in endoscopic surgery and management of sinus and nasal problems. The course is a 3 or 4 day one-on-one clinical experience where two participants may spend time with Dr. David Kennedy, Dr. James Palmer and Dr. Alexander Chiu during their office hours, observing them in surgery and performing a cadaveric dissection.

AVAILABLE COURSE DATES:

Sep.10-13, 2007 Oct. 1-4, 2007 Nov. 12-15, 2007

Dec. 10-13, 2007 Jan. 14-17, 2008 Feb. 4-7, 2008

Apr. 14-17, 2008 May 12-15, 2008 Jun. 2-5, 2008

APPLICATIONS:

Applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis. If your preferred date is not available, we will offer the next available date. We recommend that you call to check availability and then send in your registration/payment for your preferred date.

• Contact Bonnie Rosen @ bonnie.rosen@uphs.upenn.edu
  Phone: 215-662-2137 | Fax: 215-662-4515

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• "The entire Mini fellowship exceeded my expectations. The cadaver dissection was the highlight for me. It was a wonderful learning experience."
• "Excellent experience."
• "The expertise in knowledge and technical skill of the surgeon in combination with genuine love of teaching was exceptional"
• "I appreciated that the fellows and faculty made themselves available during the dissection; excellent opportunity to practice techniques observed in surgery."
• "I had plenty of opportunities for questions."

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

Brochure (pdf)

November 7-8, 2008 @ The Chelsea Hotel Atlantic City, NJ This program is designed to review the fundamentals and advanced techniques of rhinoplasty and nasal recon-struction of small and large nasal defects. The course features a combination of didactic lectures, panel discussions, case presentations and a surgical video demonstration by Dr. Eugene Tardy. There will be a strong focus on avoiding, managing and treating complications. A coding session will be offered with helpful tips for reimbursement.

FEATURED SPEAKERS :

Shan R. Baker, MD Scott P. Bartlett, MD Gary C. Burget, MD Paul J. Carniol, MD, FACS

Timothy M. Greco, MD, FACS J. Regan Thomas, MD, FACS Stephen W. Perkins, MD, FACS Edwin F. Williams, III, MD

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• "Nicely done, really liked pearls portion."
• "Excellent conference, enjoyed it very much."
• "I was delighted at the caliber of the lectures in this conference."
• "Great review of the fundamentals."
• "Excellent cases.and debates "

 

REGISTRATION FEES:

Physicians ($525.00) | Residents, Fellows and Allied Health Professionals ($575.00)
(Tuition includes Lecture/Video)

CONTACT INFO :

Contact: Bonnie Rosen @ bonnie.rosen@uphs.upenn.edu

Phone: 215-662-2137 | Fax: 215-662-4515

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

March 13 -15, 2008 @ The Ritz Carlton Hotel (Philadelphia, PA)

This comprehensive three-day continuing medical education program in Rhinology features an outstanding national and international faculty. The course focuses on medical and surgical advances in the management of sino-nasal disease. There will be specific emphasis on the frontal and sphenoid sinuses, chronic rhinosinusitis, skull base surgery, medical therapy, pediatric sinusitis, image guidance and powered instrumentation. Difficult cases, prevention, diagnosis and management of complications arising from sinus disease and surgery will be reviewed.

LIVE SURGERY!! Once again we are excited to offer live surgery at the course! Live surgical cases will be telecasted to the Penn Surgical Theatre where participants will be able to interact with Drs. Kennedy and Palmer while they are operating. Additionally, demonstration cadaver dissections will be presented by Drs. Stamm and Chiu using powered instrumentation and stereotactic surgical navigation systems. The course also offers a cadaver dissection laboratory for hands-on experience with powered instrumentation, drills, and imageguidance systems at every station.

COURSE DIRECTORS:

Alexander G. Chiu, MD David W. Kennedy, MD

James N. Palmer, MD Noam A. Cohen, MD, PhD

REGISTRATION:

Register early!! It is strongly recommended that you register early for this program. Registration is limited due to seating capacity in the surgical theatre and number of stations in the hands-on laboratory. Registrations will be accepted on a first come, first served basis according to the date registration forms and payments are received. All registrations will be confirmed in writing. If you do not receive a confirmation letter please contact our office.

• Bonnie Rosen @ bonnie.rosen@uphs.upenn.edu
  Phone: 215-662-2137 | Fax: 215-662-4515

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• "I think it was great and very well organized."
• "The faculty are a nice mix of young and older surgeons from all over the US and international."
• "Has a good balance."
• "Live surgery was beneficial."
• "I had plenty of opportunities for questions."
• "The facilities were supreme."

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

Friday-Sunday, February 15-17, 2008 (PRESIDENTS' DAY WEEKEND)
Four Seasons Hotel, San Francisco, CA (NEW LOCATION!)

This course has been coordinated through the University of California, San Francisco, the Penn Sleep Centers and the Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. The program is designed to provide a comprehensive review and update on recent advances in sleep apnea and snoring. New approaches and controversies in the management of patients with sleep-disordered breathing will be highlighted. Leaders in the field of sleep science from Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery will share their medical and surgical expertise in didactic sessions and during a panel discussion.

COURSE DIRECTORS:

• Andrew N. Goldberg, MD, MSCE
  Professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
  University of California, San Francisco CA
• Eric J. Kezirian, MD, MPH
  Assistant Professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
  University of California, San Francisco CA
• Richard J. Schwab, MD
  Associate Professor, Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Division
  Division of Sleep Medicine, Department of Medicine
  University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia PA

REGISTRATION:

Pre-registration is preferred to ensure that registrants receive a syllabus and CME Certificate at the course. Payment can be made by Visa, MasterCard, American Express or check.

• Online Registration: www.cme.ucsf.edu
• Mail Course Registration Form and payment to:
  UCSF Office of CME, P.O. Box 45368, San Francisco, CA 94145-0368
• Fax Course Registration Form to: 415-502-1795 (please include your credit card number)
• To register by telephone, please call UCSF's CME Registration Office at 415-476-5808.
• On-Site Registration: Generally we are able to accommodate onsite registration at our courses. To inquire about registration status, please call UCSF's CME Registration Office or check our web site for up-to-date information on the course.
• Information and Application Details: BROCHURE (pdf)

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• "Outstanding course in a great location."
• "Overall an excellent experience for me."
• "This was the best organized & educationally relevant seminar I have attended in the last 10 years."

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

This program is designed for practicing otolaryngologists with a significant interest in endoscopic surgery and management of sinus and nasal problems. The course is a 3 or 4 day one-on-one clinical experience where two participants may spend time with Dr. David Kennedy, Dr. James Palmer and Dr. Alexander Chiu during their office hours, observing them in surgery and performing a cadaveric dissection.

AVAILABLE COURSE DATES:

Sep.10-13, 2007 Oct. 1-4, 2007 Nov. 12-15, 2007

Dec. 10-13, 2007 Jan. 14-17, 2008 Feb. 4-7, 2008

Apr. 14-17, 2008 May 12-15, 2008 Jun. 2-5, 2008

APPLICATIONS:

Applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis. If your preferred date is not available, we will offer the next available date. We recommend that you call to check availability and then send in your registration/payment for your preferred date.

• Contact Bonnie Rosen @ bonnie.rosen@uphs.upenn.edu
  Phone: 215-662-2137 | Fax: 215-662-4515

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• "The entire Mini fellowship exceeded my expectations. The cadaver dissection was the highlight for me. It was a wonderful learning experience."
• "Excellent experience."
• "The expertise in knowledge and technical skill of the surgeon in combination with genuine love of teaching was exceptional"
• "I appreciated that the fellows and faculty made themselves available during the dissection; excellent opportunity to practice techniques observed in surgery."
• "I had plenty of opportunities for questions."

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

This program is designed for practicing otolaryngologists with a significant interest in endoscopic surgery and management of sinus and nasal problems. The course is a 3 or 4 day one-on-one clinical experience where participants spend time with Dr. David Kennedy, Dr. James Palmer and Dr. Alexander Chiu observing them in surgery and observing during office hours. Participants also have the opportunity to perform a cadaveric dissection and to obtain experience with computer assisted surgical navigation. A maximum of two otolaryngologists is admitted to the mini fellowship at any one time. This allows for a close one-on-one experience with the faculty.

COURSE DIRECTORS:

• David W. Kennedy, MD
  Professor, Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
  Vice Dean for Professional Services, Perelman School of Medicine
  Senior Vice President, University of Pennsylvania Health System
• James N. Palmer, MD
  Associate Professor, Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
  University of Pennsylvania Health System
• Alexander G. Chiu, MD
  Assistant Professor, Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
  University of Pennsylvania Health System

AVAILABLE COURSE DATES:
January 15-18, 2007 May 21 -24, 2007	February 26-28, 2007 June 4-7, 2007	April 9-12, 2007 (TBA)

REGISTRATION:

Applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis. If your preferred date is not available, we will offer the next available date. We recommend that you call to check availability and then send in your registration/payment for your preferred date.

• BROCHURE (pdf)
• Bonnie Rosen @ bonnie.rosen@uphs.upenn.edu
  Phone: 215-662-2137 | Fax: 215-662-4515

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• "The entire Mini fellowship exceeded my expectations. The cadaver dissection was the highlight for me. It was a wonderful learning experience."
• "Excellent experience."
• "The expertise in knowledge and technical skill of the surgeon in combination with genuine love of teaching was exceptional"
• "I appreciated that the fellows and faculty made themselves available during the dissection; excellent opportunity to practice techniques observed in surgery."
• "I had plenty of opportunities for questions."

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

February 16-18, 2007 @ Disney's Boardwalk Hotel (Orlando, FL)

This course has been coordinated through the Penn Sleep Centers and the Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. The program is designed to provide a comprehensive review and update on recent advances in sleep apnea and snoring. New approaches and controversies in the management of patients with sleep-disordered breathing will be highlighted. Leaders in the field of sleep science from Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Otolaryngology, and Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine will share their medical and surgical expertise in didactic sessions and during a panel discussion.

COURSE DIRECTORS:

• Richard J. Schwab, MD
  Associate Professor, Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Division
  Division of Sleep Medicine, Department of Medicine
  University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia PA
• Andrew N. Goldberg, MD, MSCE
  Professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
  University of California, San Francisco CA

REGISTRATION:

This CME activity offers an early registration discount for registrations received by December 15, 2006. Seating capacity is limited. We encourage participants to register early. Fees include continental breakfast and a refreshment break each day, one ticket to the EPCOT fireworks reception and all course materials. We will confirm all registrations in writing. If you do not receive a confirmation letter within 2-3 weeks of sending in your form, please contact us at 215-662-2137 to be sure that we received your registration.

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• "Outstanding course in a great location."
• "Overall an excellent experience for me."
• "This was the best organized and educationally relevant seminar I have attended in the last 10 years."

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

Thursday-Saturday, March 8-10, 2007
Ritz Carlton Hotel, Philadelphia, PA

This comprehensive three-day continuing medical education program in Rhinology features an outstanding national and international faculty. The course focuses on medical and surgical advances in the management of sino-nasal disease and is designed for otolaryngologists with prior exposure to Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery. There will be specific emphasis on the frontal and sphenoid sinuses, chronic rhinosinusitis, skull base surgery, medical therapy, pediatric sinusitis, image guidance and powered instrumentation. Difficult cases, prevention, diagnosis and management of complications arising from sinus disease and surgery will be reviewed.

Live Surgery!!

Once again we are excited to offer live surgery! Live surgical cases will be telecasted to the Penn Surgical Theatre where participants will be able to interact with Drs. Kennedy and Palmer while they are performing basic and advanced procedures. Additionally, demonstration cadaver dissections that will be presented by Drs. Stammberger and Chiu using powered instrumentation and stereotactic surgical navigation systems. Attendees also have the option of participating in the hands-on cadaver dissection laboratory with powered instrumentation, drills, and imageguidance systems at every station.

REGISTRATION:

It is strongly recommended that you register early for this program. Registration is limited due to seating capacity in the surgical theatre and number of stations in the hands-on laboratory. Registrations will be accepted on a first come, first served basis according to the date registration forms and payments are received. All registrations will be confirmed in writing.

If you do not receive a confirmation letter please contact the office at 215-662-2137 or email bonnie.rosen@uphs.upenn.edu. There is a $50.00 discount for all registrations received by January 4, 2007. Please deduct $50.00 from the tuition amount below that applies to you when you send in your payment and registration form. The standard registration fee will apply to all registrations received after this date.

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• "I think it was great and very well organized."
• "The faculty are a nice mix of young and older surgeons from all over the US and international."
• "Has a good balance."
• "Live surgery was beneficial."
• "I had plenty of opportunities for questions."
• "The facilities were supreme."

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

Monday-Saturday, May 7-12, 2007
Fantasy Island Resort (Roatan, Honduras)

This four day continuing medical education program is intended for Otolaryngologists and related health care providers interested in a broad spectrum of topics in the field of Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery. The course will include a review and update of recent advances in rhinology, head and neck cancer, pediatric otolaryngology, otology/neurotology, rhinoplasty and laryngology.

REGISTRATION:

The registration fee for this program is $750.00. The registration fee includes course materials, continental breakfast, afternoon refreshments and a welcome reception. A reduced fee for residents is $550.00. Please send a letter from your department verifying your residency status.

• Phone: 215-662-2137
• Fax: 215-662-4515
• E-mail: bonnie.rosen@uphs.upenn.edu

 

COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS PROGRAM ATTENDEES:

• "Let's keep doing this."
• "Excellent mix of diving and academic."
• "Excellent mix of clinical and basic science/research."
• "Overall good experience and learning."
• "Great course, very efficient and relaxing format."