2008 Annual Multi-Specialty Cancer Symposium

September 24 - 28, 2008, The Ritz Carlton—Washington, D.C.
For more information, contact Dawn Cleveland at 601.316.0669 or dcleveland@mbhs.org

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Course Director's Message

Dear Colleague:

It is my pleasure to invite you to Baptist Health Systems' Annual Multi-Specialty Cancer Symposium.  This event will be held September 24 - 28, 2008 at the Ritz Carlton, Washington, D.C.

The conference is designed to provide you with an exceptional educational and networking experience.  It will provide a forum for physicians of various specialties to discuss the multi-faceted care of the cancer patient as well as provide updates on other topics of more general interest.

I hope you will join me in this exciting educational opportunity in our Nation’s Capital. 

Sincerely,
Gerry Ann Houston, M.D.

Statement of Need
Advances in the understanding of the complexity of cancer have resulted in an improvement in the diagnosis of the disease and the development of treatments.  This conference is designed to update attendees on advances in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer.  This conference will also address current of future healthcare issues and their impact on patient care. 

Target Audience
This conference is designed for physicians and healthcare professionals of all specialties and subspecialties who have an interest in the care of the cancer patient.  In-state physicians have first priority for registration.    Out-of-state physicians and industry related attendees will be accepted invited based on availability after August 15, 2008.

Educational Objectives
After attending this conference, participants should be able to discuss prevention, diagnosis and treatment options for specific cancer types which may include gastrointestinal, lung, breast and gynecological.  This symposium also provides a forum in which physicians colleagues are able to discuss and share general healthcare information and pertinent issues.

Inquiries
For additional information, contact Dawn Cleveland, 601.316.0669 or dcleveland@mbhs.org.

Preliminary Conference Faculty and Topics
Gerry Ann Houston, M.D.
From Cancer Patient to Cancer Survivor
Objective: Identify late effects of cancer treatment in pediatric and adult patients. Provide strategies for long
term care of cancer survivors.

Moses C. Jones, Jr., M.D.
Treatment Options for Gliomas
Objective: Understand the types and grades of gliomas as well as present treatment options.

A. Michael Koury, M.D.
Clinical Experiences with Neoadjuvant Therapy and Surgery in NSCLC
Objective: Relate surgical experience and outcomes following neoadjuvant therapy for non-small cell lung cancer.

Eric A. McVey, M.D.
Resistant Gram-Negative Bacilli Update
Objective: Identify progress related to antibiotic treatment of resistant gram-negative bacilli.

James L. Moore, M.D.
Gynecologic Surgical Oncology Update
Objective: Discuss prevention, diagnosis and surgical intervention for gynecologic cancers.

Kurt W. Metzner
New Models of Physician-Hospital Relationships
Objective: Understand business and financial forces influencing changing models. Discuss how payors are expecting collaboration to impact improved clinical outcomes.

Bobbie K. Ware, RN, MHSA
Cancer Services Update
Objective: Update participants on status of current cancer services and future plans related to improving cancer care.

Itinerary
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Welcome Reception at the Ritz Carlton

Thursday, September 25, 2008
7:00 – 9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – 12 Noon - Conference

Optional Activities (registration and fees apply)
Morning Tour of the White House, based on availability
Smithsonian Shuttle
Golf at Lake Presidential

Friday, September 26, 2008
7:00 – 9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
8:00 - 12 Noon - Conference
Group Dinner at the Occidental Grill

Optional Activity (registration and fees apply)
Morning Hillwood Museum and Gardens Tour

Saturday, September 27, 2008
7:00 – 9:00 a.m. - Breakfast
8:00 – 10:00 a.m. - Conference

Optional Activities (registration and fees apply)
Bus or Bike Tour to Mount Vernon
Golf at Stonewall Golf Club

Sunday, September 28, 2008
Continental Breakfast

Conference Location
The Ritz Carlton, Washington D.C.
1150 22nd Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20037i
Phone 202.835.0500

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. is a AAA Five Diamond property.  It is a sophisticated, luxurious hotel exemplary of the Ritz Carlton tradition and is located in the heart of D.C. on 22nd and M Streets.   The hotel's central location offers guests convenient access to theaters, world-class shopping and historical landmarks.  The Ritz Carlton is within walking distance of the Metro and Historic Georgetown.

Adjacent to the Ritz Carlton and accessible to conference attendees is The Sports Club/LA of Washington D.C, one of the finest sports facilities in the nation.

The Nation’s Capital offers the perfect mix of business and pleasure for conference attendees.  The history, monuments, memorials, museums and beauty of the city will stimulate all travelers. The city also offers many other diverse activities such as theater, restaurants and sporting events.  Whether you spend your free time strolling along the Potomac, cycling, visiting the Smithsonian, touring the “new” Newseum or any of the planned activity, you are sure to have a great trip. 

Conference Room Block
A block of rooms has been reserved at a rate of $319.00 per night, available on a first-come basis.  Rate does not include current taxes of 14.5% and is based on either single or double occupancy.  Room registration is included in the conference registration form.  Check- in time is 3:00 p.m. and check-out time is 12 noon. 

Transportation
Baptist Health Systems will assist in coordinating roundtrip airport transportation from any of the airports serving the Washington area, i.e. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) for $50.00 per person, roundtrip.

Group Activities
The following group activities have been planned.  A small fee applies to most and registration is required.  An activity registration form will be mailed after conference registrations are received.

The White House.  Based on availability, a tour of the White House is planned for spouses/guests.  The tour will begin across the street from The White House at The Visitors Center where one will view the six permanent White House exhibits.  The actual White House Tour will take guests through many of the rooms on the main level of the White House and will include the East Room, State Dining Room and Diplomatic Reception Rooms.

Golf.  Two golf outings are planned. On Thursday golfers will play at Lake Presidential, one of the area’s newest courses.  Lake Presidential is a development of Landmark Land Company, Inc. which over the past 35 years has created some of the finest golf courses, including Kiawah Island and Doonbeg in Ireland.  On Saturday, golfers will play at Stonewall Golf Club, touted by national and regional publications as one of the best upscale public courses.  Lake Manassas and the Bull Run Mountains provide a stunning backdrop to this challenging golf experience. 

The Smithsonian Shuttle.  A private shuttle will take guests from the Ritz Carlton to the Smithsonian Museums that line the National Mall.  During the short shuttle ride, a professional tour guide will provide an overview of the museums and their current exhibits.  Attendees will then have the opportunity to explore the museums of their choice at their leisure.

Hillwood Museum and Gardens.  Hillwood was the former estate of Marjorie Merriweather Post (1887 – 1973), heir to the Post cereal fortune.  Mrs. Post was known as one of America’s first businesswomen, an art collector, philanthropist and socialite.   Guests will browse the gardens which were refurbished by Perry Wheeler, the designer for the White House Rose Gardens, tour the opulent home of Marjorie Merriweather Post and view a short film about the mansion which was built in 1926.  This is a spectacular tour that spouses and guests will not want to miss.

Mount Vernon.  See Mount Vernon by bike or bus.  Bikers will ride approximately 15 miles to Virginia’s 18th Century Mount Vernon – home of the Nation’s first President George Washington.  Bikers will picnic on the grounds before meeting spouses/guests arriving by bus to tour Mount Vernon. 

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