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Information " Schedule and Course Outline " Accommodations " Bring the Kids Along " How Do I Get There " Exhibitor Information
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Welcome to Amelia Island Amelia Island offers visitors an unspoiled setting for relaxing and rewarding stays. Thirteen miles long and two miles wide, the northern and southern tips of the Island are park preserves which make up nearly 10 percent of the entire Island. Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, Intra-coastal Waterway, strong-currented Nassau Sound and one of the East’s largest and deepest inlets – Cumberland Sound – Amelia Island is edged with natural Appalachian quartz beaches and framed by dunes as high as 40 feet.
Amelia Island’s small size belies the host of activities she offers her guests. From golf and tennis at world-class resorts to kayaking, sunset sails and horseback riding on the beach.
The Island offers all types of accommodations, restaurants and shops to meet the needs of the most discriminating traveler or budget-minded family. The Island is home to Florida’s only spoken history museum.
Amelia Island is located off the northeastern-most tip of Florida on the Atlantic Ocean and separated from Georgia only by the Cumberland Sound. Amelia Island is just 15 miles east of Interstate 95, and is a short, 30-minute drive from Jacksonville International Airport.
The island is located adjacent to the community of Fernandina Beach, Fla.
The Ritz-Carlton Find yourself in the place where Southern charm meets the sea and live oaks meet white sandy beaches. Southern hospitality at its finest is on display at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. One of the most popular beach destinations on the East Coast, this barrier island resort provides a welcome barrier between you and the world beyond. Located on a grand stretch of the island’s 13 miles of coastline, The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island is a AAA Five Diamond hotel and was ranked as one of the top 100 hotels in the US by Travel & Leisure Magazine. It features well-appointed guestrooms, including club rooms & suites; four restaurants and lounges; The Ritz-Carlton Spa; a fitness center; nine ocean side tennis courts, & 18 holes of PGA championship golf at its front door! To reserve your room at our specially arranged rates, please call 904-277-1100 or 888-856-4337. Rates are $269 a night for a single or double, Sunday thru Wednesday. Please call by May 2, 2008 for best room availability and mention that you are attending Pediatrics by the Sea.
Bring the Kids Along!The Ritz Carlton at Amelia Island was rated Top 10 Child Friendly Resorts in USA by Child Magazine. The Ritz Kids program offers a variety of supervised physical and creative activities designed especially for children aged 5-12. Offering full or half-day options, seven days a week, Ritz Kids has something for every child. AttireCME sessions are summer business casual. (You may want to bring a jacket or sweater as the meeting rooms are sometimes cool due to the air conditioning.) Attire for the evening receptions range from business casual to coat & tie.
How Do I Get There
Access by Car
Arriving by Air
Driving from the Jacksonville Airport – Exit the airport on the access road, and travel approximately 2 miles to I-95. Take I-95 north for approximately 9 miles, to Exit 373. Take Exit 373 (older maps may reference this as old exit 129) and proceed east on Highway A1A to Amelia Island.
Want to know more about the Amelia Island & Fernandina Beach area? Visit www.ameliaisland.org or www.islandchamber.com for additional information.
Special RequirementsIf you have physical or dietary needs, which require accommodation to fully participate, please indicate on yourregistration form or call the Chapter Office.
Cancellation/Refund Policy Cancellations must be received in writing before May 15, 2008 to receive a refund. The cancellation must be faxed to the Chapter office at 404-249-9503. Refunds will be processed following the meeting, less a $40 administration fee. Cancellations made after May 15, 2008 will not be eligible for a refund.
For More Meeting Information Visit our website at www.gaaap.org or call 404-881-5091.
Residents Job Fair: Looking for a new practice partner? Residents will be especially invited to attend a Job Fair held Monday and Tuesday during the general sessions. If you're in the market for a new practice colleague, plan to stop by. Residents: take advantage of our special low-cost Pediatrics by the Sea registration rates for you and bring copies of your CV along if you'd like to participate in this special event.
Schedule & Course OutlineSunday, June 1, 2008
8:00 – 12:00 pm Exhibitor Set-up 12:00 am – 5:00 pm Registration Open 1:30 – 4:30 pm Board of Directors Meeting 1:30 – 4:30 pm Pediatric Coding Conference Moderator: Steven Hobby, MD, FAAPFaculty: Jeffrey Linzer, MD & Linda Edwards, RN, CPC 1:30 – 1:40 pm Welcome and Introductions 1:40 - 2:10 pm New 2008 Codes Summary 2:10 – 3:05 pm Interactive Session: You Be the Coder Part I 3:05 – 3:20 pm Break 3:20 – 4:05 pm Interactive Session: You Be the Coder Part II 4:05 – 4:35 pm Last Chance for Questions
1:30 – 4:55 pm Developmental Pediatrics Seminar: The Practitioners Survival Kit for the Autism Avalanche Moderator: R. Dwain Blackston, MD 1:30 – 1:40 pm Welcome and Introductions
1:40 - 2:40 pm Surveillance, Prevalence, & Screening Marshalyn Yeargin-Allsopp, MD Agata Rozga, PhD
2:40 – 3:25 pm Genetic Trends, Testing, & Research R. Dwain Blackston, MD Christa Martin, PhD
3:25 – 3:40 pm Break
3:40 – 4:40 pm Early Intervention, Education, & Management Alan Weintraub, MD Amy Pakula, MD Catherine Trapani, PhD
4:40 – 4:55 pm Question and Answer
6:00 pm Welcome Reception
Monday, June 2, 2008
7:00 am Registration Open Continental Breakfast Exhibits Open
8:00 - 8:15 am Welcome - Jean Wright, MD, Program Chair
8:15 – 9:00 am Building Strong Bones in Infants and Children Gary Chan, MD
9:00 - 9:45 am Congenital Club Foot in Children Donald McCartney, MD
9:45 - 10:30 am Red Book Update Harry Keyserling, MD
10:30 – 11:00 am Break Residents’ Job Fair
11:00 - 11:45 am Creating a Safe Day for Your Patients Marty Scott, MD
11:45 am - 12:30 pm Osteoporosis: A Pediatric Perspective Gary Chan, MD
12:30 pm Adjourn
12:45 - 2:00 pm Section on Families and Professionalism Luncheon Media Generation: Problems, Perspectives and Your Practice Carden Johnston, MD, Past AAP President
2:00 - 3:15 pm Otitis Workshop: A Course for Experts Michael Poole, MD
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
7:00 am Registration Open Continental Breakfast Exhibits Open
7:45 – 8:00 am Announcements
8:00 – 8:45 am Managing of Pediatric Urinary Tract Infections Richard Mazo, MD
8:45 – 9:30 am Pediatric Neurosurgical Cases that Present to the Primary Care Physician Willard Thompson, MD
9:30 - 10:15 am Off-Label Pharmacological Treatment of Migraine in Children & Adolescents Eric Pearlman, MD
10:15 – 10:45 am Break Residents’ Job Fair
10:45 - 11:30 am Effective Management of Bleeding Disorders Martin Johnston, MD
11:30 - 12:00 pm Georgia Chapter Business Meeting
1:30 – 2:30 pm The Epidemic of Type II Diabetes & Childhood ObesityChristopher Houk, MD
6:00pm President’s Reception Music By the “God Bless the Child Quartet”
ObjectivesDevelopmental Pediatrics Seminar: The objectives of this session are: ¨ Learn the difference among surveillance, prevalence, screening and how these apply to better understanding the autism spectrum disorders. ¨ Understand the inheritance and recurrence risk for Autism Spectrum Disorders ¨ Become familiar with cytogenetic array testing ¨ Get familiarized with the DNA candidate genes in Autism Spectrum Disorders research ¨ Appreciate the fact that objective testing and diagnosis will likely result from genetic research ¨ Know how early diagnosis, intervention are helping patients and families ¨ The future outcome from Autism Spectrum Disorders patients is highly dependent on the trio of early intervention, education and management.
Pediatric Coding Conference: The objectives of this session are: ¨ Recognize the physician’s role in coding ¨ Understand E&M documentation and code selection ¨ Using newly learned coding conventions, be able to apply the correct procedure/diagnosis codes specific to common clinical cases
General Session (Monday & Tuesday): The objectives of this session are: Identify the current treatments for osteoporosis in children; Learn effective assessment, prevention and treatment of bone structure problems; Review the proper approach to treating bleeding disorders in children; Understand the importance of proper diagnosis of otitis media and current treatments protocols ; Learn how to manage pediatric urinary tract infections; Outline the most current recommendations for childhood immunizations and resurgent diseases; Understand proper diagnosis and treatment of congenital club foot in childhood; Learn current guidelines on pediatric obesity; Identify treatment strategies for Type II Diabetes and its link to obesity; Review patient safety procedures for pediatric offices and hospitals; Analyze pediatric neurosurgical cases which present to general pediatrician; Understand the use of off-label drugs for treatment of pediatric migraines. CME InformationThe Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics is accredited by the Medical Association of Georgia to offer continuing medical education to physicians. The Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics designates this educational activity for a maximum of 12.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. In accordance with ACCME Standards, all faculty members are required to disclose to the program audience any real or apparent conflict(s) of interest to the content of their presentation(s). This information is located in the course syllabus.
In addition to the beautiful Ritz-Carlton, the Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach, Florida area offers several other options to meet every taste and preference. Here are other lodging options, all just a few minutes away from the Ritz-Carlton. Rooms are specially reserved for Pediatrics by the Sea attendees at the Ritz and also the Hampton Inn in Fernandina Beach.
The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island* 888 241-3333 Rates: $269 & up (For more information about the Ritz Carlton, please see the information section of this brochure.)
Amelia Island Plantation Inn 800 874-6878 Rates: $289 & up
Hampton Inn, Amelia Island at Fernandina Beach 800 426-7866 Rates: $81-199
Best Western Inn at Amelia Island Rates: $70-160
Comfort Suites Rates: $99-199
Elizabeth Pointe Lodge and Inn 98 South Fletcher Avenue Amelia Island, Florida (FL) 32034 Toll Free: 800-772-3359 Phone: 904-277-4851 Rates: $175-395
584 S
Fletcher Avenue Amelia Island, FL 32034 Rates: $161-316
Bring the Kids Along!The Ritz Carlton at Amelia Island was rated Top 10 Child Friendly Resorts in USA by Child Magazine. The Ritz Kids program offers a variety of supervised physical and creative activities designed especially for children aged 5-12. Offering full or half-day options, seven days a week, Ritz Kids has something for every child. AttireCME sessions are summer business casual. (You may want to bring a jacket or sweater as the meeting rooms are sometimes cool due to the air conditioning.) Attire for the evening receptions range from business casual to coat & tie.
Access by Car
Arriving by Air
Want to know more about the Amelia Island & Fernandina Beach area? Visit www.ameliaisland.org or www.islandchamber.com for additional information. Special RequirementsIf you have physical or dietary needs, which require accommodation to fully participate, please indicate on your registration form or call the Chapter Office.
Cancellations must be received in writing before May 15, 2008 to receive a refund. The cancellation must be faxed to the Chapter office at 404-249-9503. Refunds will be processed following the meeting, less a $40 administration fee. Cancellations made after May 15, 2008 will not be eligible for a refund. Visit our website at www.gaaap.org, ca1l 404-881-5091
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