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Third Annual MCG Cancer Center and
Section of Hematology/Oncology Symposium
Science and Practice of
Transformative Cancer Therapies
September 11-13, 2009
Hyatt Regency, Savannah, GA
Featured Presentations
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PURPOSE
The purpose of this conference is to disseminate new scientific and clinical advances applicable to the management of patients with complex and life threatening hematological and oncological illnesses. Presentations will update our understanding of cancer biology and benign hematological disorders.
OBJECTIVES
- Discuss current therapeutic strategies for the evaluation and management of chronic lymphocytic leukemia and multiple myeloma.
- Discuss new anticoagulant drugs, both recently released and those promising agents undergoing phase III clinical trials.
- Discuss pathophysiology and evaluation of immune thrombocytopenic purpura and new therapeutic approaches to newly diagnosed patients and those with refractory disease.
- Discuss how advances in our understanding of sickle cell disease continue to refine our treatment management strategies.
- Review the current standards of care for patients presenting with cancers of the breast, lung, esophagus, stomach, prostate, testis, ovary and cervix.
- Assess the promise of reduced intensity allogeneic bone marrow transplantation as well as its potential limitations.
- Describe the genetic counseling’s current indications, limitations and future promise for women with a positive family history of breast cancer.
- Identify pertinent ongoing research in cancer treatment at MCG and elsewhere.
- Review relevant translational research and related phase I clinical trials that hold
promise in expanding current available treatment options.
PRESENTED BY
Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine and Division of Continuing Education
SPEAKERS AND COURSE SCHEDULE
Click here to see the complete list of speakers and the schedule.
ACCREDITATION
The Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation
Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for
physicians.
DESIGNATION
The Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine designates this educational
activity for a maximum of
16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only
claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity includes 16 hours of instruction and attendance at the entire activity is
approved by the Medical College of Georgia for 16 Continuing Education Credit
Hours.
The Medical College of Georgia Division of Continuing Education is an approved
provider of continuing nursing education by the Georgia Nurses Association, an
accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on
Accreditation. (16 contact hours)
LOCATION
Hyatt Regency Hotel Savannah, Savannah, Georgia: The Hyatt Regency Hotel Savannah on historic River Street is convenient to horse-drawn carriage rides, riverboat cruises, historical tours and Tybee Beach. Rooms have been reserved at the Hyatt Regency for a special group rate. Please make your reservations by August 11, 2009. Rates are per day, plus 13% tax. Reservations must be guaranteed by a check for one night’s lodging or by major credit card.
ROOM RATES |
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$179 |
Single/double occupancy |
$204 |
Triple occupancy |
$229 |
Quad occupancy |
To make room reservations, contact the Hyatt Regency at Two West Bay Street, Savannah, GA 31401.
Phone: 912-238-1234 or 800-233-1234
Fax: 912-944-3678 or visit www.savannah.hyatt.com
Savannah: Laid out by General James Oglethorpe in 1733 as the first Settlement in
the colony of Georgia, the city of Savannah retains much of its original 18th century
flavor. A series of 20 one-acre parks checkers the downtown area, creating the
impression of one continuous park. Numerous colonial and antebellum mansions are
nestled among the azaleas and the Spanish moss-draped oaks of the squares.
Downtown Savannah comprises the largest Historic Landmark District in America.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration fees, less
a $75 administrative charge, are refundable if notice of cancellation is received prior to
September 11, 2009.
Registration Fees |
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$170 |
Physicians |
$75 |
Others |
Send registration to:
PHONE: 800-221-6437 or 706-721-3967
FAX: 706-721-4642
MAIL: Division of Continuing Education, Medical College of Georgia,
Augusta, Georgia 30912
SPECIAL NEEDS
The Medical College of Georgia Division of Continuing Education complies with the
Americans With Disabilities Act. If you require special services, facilities or dietary
considerations (vegetarian or otherwise) to support your participation in this continuing
education program, contact the conference coordinator at
800-221-6437 or 706-721-3967.
COMFORT ZONE
Although every effort is made to have a comfortable temperature in the meeting room, we realize individual comfort zones are different. Please bring a jacket or sweater in case the room is too cool for your comfort.