Course Description

This 3-day course in Hilton Head, S.C. offers a review of the many facets of MSK radiology, from the essentials in MSK ultrasound to the state-of-the-art in MRI.  The speakers bring unique perspectives from 4 different major academic institutions, where they are actively engaged in both teaching and research.  The course runs from Monday morning through Wednesday afternoon, September 10-12, 2018, and will provide 16.0 hours of CME.        

Educational Objectives

• To enhance participants’ understanding of some of the most common degenerative and traumatic pathologies affecting the upper and lower extremities
• To improve participants’ skills in diagnostic and procedural ultrasound via didactic and hands-on training sessions.
• To provide participants’ insight into the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges in the realm of bone and soft tissue tumors.
• To develop participants’ ability to tailor MSK MRI protocols to address specific clinical concerns

Target Audience

This course is intended for Radiologists, Orthopaedic Surgeons, and other Clinicians involved in caring for patients with Musculoskeletal disorders.

Accreditation

The International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Designation

The International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc., designates this live activity for a maximum of 16.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Schedule

Monday, September 10

Tuesday, September 11

Wednesday, September 12

Speakers

Program Director

Ty Subhawong, MD

Musculoskeletal Radiology

Associate Professor of Radiology and Orthopaedic Surgery

University of Miami
Miami, Florida

Faculty

Behrang Amini, M.D.

Department of Radiology

The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX

Jan Fritz, M.D., P.D.

Director of Interventional MR Imaging
Assistant Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science
Section of Musculoskeletal Radiology
Baltimore, MD

Adam Singer, M.D.

Assistant Professor of Radiology

Section of Musculoskeletal Imaging
Emory Healthcare
Atlanta, GA

Registration

Fees

A letter of verification from the Department Chairman must accompany the application of anyone wishing to qualify for the reduced rate. Enrollment will be confirmed on the basis of registration fee. We do not process registration without payment. We cannot guarantee course materials on site for a registration received after 08/10/2018.

Sign-in

Sign-in will take place on Monday at 7:00 AM in the Ballroom Foyer.

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Accommodations

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

Reservations:1.843.842.2400

Room Rate: $169.00 Standard View King/Double Queen

The Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island understands the fine art of balancing work and play. New features at the resort include a heated shade pool and hot tub, a zero-entry lagoon swimming pool (seasonal) and children’s area. The full-service Arum Spa also offers guests the opportunity to experience a true Lowcountry spa experience, featuring local products and scents such as jasmine and sea salt. Our location within the Shipyard Plantation includes easy access to tennis, golf, beach, and bicycle rentals.

Resort amenities:

• 24-hour fitness center
• In Room Dining
• Arum Spa (Call 843-341-2786 for more information)
• Concierge
• 24-hour business center
• Complimentary shuttle service around Shipyard Plantation
• High-speed internet access
• Just Us Kids (kids program for 3-12 year olds. seasonal)
• Onsite bicycle rentals
• Nearby tennis and golf (with resort signing privileges)
• Outdoor and shaded swimming pools

Venue

Sonesta Resort

https://www.sonesta.com/us/south-carolina/hilton-head-island/sonesta-resort-hilton-head-island

843-842-2400

Travel

Rental Car

Hertz is our official rental car supplier. Special low rates have been negotiated to reduce your travel costs. Call the Hertz Convention ControlCenter at (800) 654-2240 or book through Hertz Rental Cars Online.

HERTZ CV# 01VA0154

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Refunds

Cancellations received in writing by August 10, 2018, will receive a refund minus a $75 handling fee. There will be no refunds for cancellations received after that time.

Confirmation

You will receive registration confirmation via regular mail from the International Institute of Continuing Medical Education, Inc. approximately two weeks after your registration is received. Sorry, we are unable to confirm your registration by fax or email.

A Special Note To The Disabled

The International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. wish to ensure that no individual with a disability is excluded, denied services, segregated or otherwise treated differently than other individuals because of the absence of auxiliary aids or services. If you need any auxiliary aids or services identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act, please indicate so on your registration form.

Disclosure Statement

It is the policy of the International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. to comply with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) Standards for commercial support of CME activities. All faculty participants in IICME programs are required to disclose to the program audience any real or apparent conflict(s) of interest related to this meeting or its content. Faculty disclosure forms are included in the course syllabus and are available at the registration desk for participating review. In addition, faculty disclosure will be made at the beginning of each lecture.

Disclaimer

The International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc., as sponsors of this meeting, claim no responsibility for the acts of any supplier to this meeting nor for the safety of any attendee while in transit to or from this event. The total amount of liability during the meeting will be limited to a refund of the attendance fee. Purchase non-refundable airline tickets at your own risk.