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Quick Links: to access program details, click on any link listed below. To return to this page, click on the back button of your browser. Co-Chairs: Laura W. Cheever, MD, ScM Polly E. Ross, MD Michael S. Saag, MD For your convenience, we suggest that you bookmark this page. Details and program information will be emailed to grantees and posted on this Web site as soon as it becomes available. OVERVIEWThe 14th Annual Clinical Conference for the Ryan White (RW) HIV/AIDS Program, Parts A, B, C, D, and F will be held June 27-29, 2011, at the Marriott Tampa Waterside in Tampa, Florida. The Clinical Conference will offer a rewarding and productive exchange of essential updates and training. New grantees will have the valuable opportunity to discuss cases with experts and network with other RW Program clinicians. The goal of the meeting is to provide a comprehensive and timely overview of HIV treatment issues and current strategies in HIV medical care for prescribers in RW HIV/AIDS Program, Parts A-, B-, C-, D-, and F-funded clinics/programs. This state-of-the-art Continuing Medical Education (CME) program is sponsored by the International Antiviral Society–USA (IAS–USA) and will include 2.5 days of lectures and interactive workshops sessions. The Clinical Conference is designed for clinical staff who are prescribers (physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other direct clinical decision makers) and are actively involved in HIV care in RW Program-funded clinics. Attendees are encouraged to bring cases and questions for discussion. This activity has been approved for AMA PRA credit. The Clinical Conference is planned and supported in collaboration with staff from the HIV/AIDS Bureau (HAB), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the US Department of Health and Human Services, and Southeast AIDS Training and Education Center (SEATEC). This CME program is sponsored by the IAS–USA under the HRSA contract number HHSH250200900010C. In accordance with the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) policy, group meals and beverage breaks will not be provided for attendees at this conference. For more information, see section under Allowable Meeting and Travel Costs. RW Program Grantees should review their RW Program grant, and subcontractors should contact the grantee of record to determine the minimum or maximum number of prescribers intended to participate in the Clinical Conference. CLINICAL CONFERENCE OBJECTIVESUpon completion of the Clinical Conference, participants will be able to do the following:
PROGRAM AGENDAFor agenda showing conference times, please click here. CONFERENCE SYLLABUS BOOK
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CONTINUING EDUCATIONAttendees may earn continuing education credit valuable to their professional discipline. HRSA/HAB is partnering with the IAS–USA and SEATEC to provide continuing education credits for the Clinical Conference. The following will be made available to meeting registrants at no additional charge. CME Accreditation Statement Credit Designation Statement Nursing Credits Contact hours will be awarded based on attendance at the entire training program and submission of completed evaluation forms. This course is approved for 15.3 contact hours. WHO SHOULD ATTENDThe 14th Annual Clinical Conference is for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other direct clinical care providers who are actively involved in HIV patient care in RW-funded programs. IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES AT A GLANCEPlease note that dates and deadlines are subject to change.
REGISTRATION INFORMATIONNOTE: Conference registration does NOT include a hotel guest room reservation. Attendees MUST book hotel reservations directly with the hotel. There are different deadlines for registration and hotel reservation. Registration is open to physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners who are actively involved in HIV patient care in RW HIV/AIDS Parts A-, B-, C-, D-, and F-funded clinics/programs. It is recommended that you submit your registration form as soon as possible as attendance is limited to 425 attendees, with registrations accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be no on-site registration available. Registrations may be completed online or by downloading the registration form and submitting it to the IAS–USA via fax at 415-544-9402; or mail to IAS–USA, Attention: Registration: RW Clinical Conference, 425 California Street, Suite 1450, San Francisco, CA 94104-2120. There is no registration fee for this conference. Registration has been extended to Monday, June 20, 2011. IMPORTANT: Qualified applicants will receive a confirmation of their registration approximately 5 business days after they have submitted their registration application. To avoid paying any cancellation penalty fees, you should NOT book your air travel or hotel reservations until you receive your confirmation. REGISTRATION FEEThere is no cost to attend the Clinical Conference; however, the numbers of participants may be limited by Program. Interested practitioners should contact the program manager/coordinator, or the HAB Project Officer, to confirm the maximum number of clinicians allowable for this conference and what is covered. TRANSFERRING A REGISTRATION
CANCELLING A REGISTRATION
WORKSHOP SIGN-UPClinical Conference workshop sign-up forms will be available to RW HIV/AIDS Program clinical decision makers after their registration has been confirmed. Notification of workshop assignments will be sent approximately 1-week prior to the meeting. REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION DESKAttendees should plan to check-in to receive their conference name badge and materials at the registration and information desk. The desk will be located on the 2nd floor in the Grand Ballroom Foyer and will be open daily, during the hours listed below.
ALLOWABLE MEETING AND TRAVEL COSTSAttendees are responsible for their own arrangements for air travel to and from Tampa, hotel stay, ground transportation, and per diem costs. RW Program grantees should review their grants to determine what travel costs are allowable by their current HRSA grants. RW Program subcontractors should contact the grantee of record to determine if these costs are allowable. In accordance with the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) policy, group meals will not be provided for attendees at this conference. Practitioners should contact the program manager/coordinator, or the HAB Project Officer, for information on reimbursement for meals and incidental expenses while on travel. There are several dining options at the hotel and nearby, and all guest rooms at the Marriott Tampa Waterside do offer a coffee/tea maker. Attendees who plan to visit the hotel's food outlets, or make different arrangements, should allow ample time to arrive to the meeting before it starts. For more information on dining options, see the Travel Information and Frequently Asked Question sections. We suggest that you book your air travel AFTER receiving your meeting registration confirmation to avoid cancellation penalties should the meeting be full. HOTEL RESERVATIONSA limited block of guest rooms have been reserved for this meeting at the Attendees may make reservations by calling 1-813-221-4900 or toll-free at 1-800-266-9432, referring to the RW Clinical Conference to receive the negotiated Federal Government Per Diem rates. Hotel guest room reservations may also be made, modified, or canceled by attendees on-line at Tampa Marriott Waterside. Current Per Diem rates, not including taxes (currently 12%), are listed below. There is no additional charge for children under the age of 16 who accompany an adult guest.
Attendees who reserve a guest room within the conference room block may receive negotiated discounts for internet access and parking fees. Attendees are responsible for confirming that the appropriate discounts will be applied to their guest room charges. It is recommended that attendees confirm the discounts when booking their reservation and again, with the Hotel Front Desk when checking in.
Attendees will be required to provide a credit card to guarantee the reservation and will be responsible for all room and incidental charges. The deadline for booking your guest room reservation has been extended to Friday, June 10, 2011. At that time the block of rooms will be closed and the negotiated rate cannot be guaranteed. In the event that the guest room block is full, the hotel will accept reservations at the Government Per Diem rate based on availability. Hotel cancellation policy: Guest room reservation must be cancelled by 6pm on the day of arrival to avoid penalties. Cancellations may be made by calling the hotel at 1-813-221-4900 or toll-free at 1-800-266-9432. TRAVEL INFORMATIONGround Transportation and Driving Directions to Hotel From Nearby Airports:
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Getting Around Tampa: A comprehensive menu of motor coach, limo & taxi services, streetcar & trolley, shuttle systems, and rental cars keep visitors on the move during their stay in Tampa. Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART) provides inter-city bus service. HART manages 207 buses on 26 routes, nine rubber-tired trolleys, and eight historic electric streetcars that connect downtown Tampa with countywide pick up and drop off locations. HART provides direct service from Tampa International Airport to downtown's Marion Transit Center. All HART buses, vans and streetcars are wheelchair accessible in accordance with requirements governed by the Americans with Disabilities Act. The In Town Trolley, connects downtown hotels to the Tampa Convention Center and the TECO Line Streetcar System. It operates weekdays and provides an additional connection between downtown and local dining, shopping and entertainment destinations. Riders can make convenient connections between the rubber-wheeled trolley and the electric streetcar allowing car-free travel to historic Ybor City and numerous other attractions. There is a streetcar station across the street, at the front of the Hotel. Points of Interest in Tampa: There are many activities for Tampa visitors to choose from. Attendees can plan their trip and find information about Tampa attractions and theme parks (see partial list below) with the digital visitor's guide, the 2011 Tampa Travel Planner. Aquariums & Zoos PRE AND POST CLINICAL CONFERENCE ANCILLARY NON-AFFILIATED ACTIVITIESImmediately following the 14th Annual Clinical Conference for Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program clinicians, there will be a special adjunct program available to all participants, Advancing Transwomen's Health: A Symposium to Improve Access to High Quality HIV Prevention and Care Services. This free event will be held on Wednesday, June 29, from 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm at the Marriott Tampa Waterside. The symposium is presented by the National Alliance for HIV Education and Workforce Development (the association of AETCs) and the Center of Excellence for Transgender Health and offers CME and CE credits. Lunch will be provided for all participants. The program is targeted for clinicians who manage and treat HIV-infected or at-risk transgender women, or those who would like to reach out to this community with culturally sensitive services. The agenda includes clinical presentations, skill building workshops, case presentations, and networking opportunities. For more information contact JoAnne Keatley (JoAnne.Keatley@ucsf.edu). Also, prior to the 14th Annual Clinical Conference for Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program clinicians, there will be a special adjunct workshop available to all participants, Leveraging Health Reform to Strengthen the HIV Care System: A Forum for Ryan White Providers. This free event will take place, Sunday, June 26, from 4:00 pm to 6:45 pm at the Marriott Tampa Waterside. The workshop is targeting Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program medical practitioners and will cover key topics related to health reform and HIV care, including opportunities to partner with community health centers, medical homes and HIV care, and how HIV medical practitioners can help shape reforms. Dinner will be provided. The Ryan White Medical Providers Coalition and HIV Medicine Association are sponsoring the workshop. Kevin Carmichael, MD, FIDSA, and James Raper, DSN, CRNP, JD, are co-chairing the event. To register or for more information, please email rwmpc@hivma.org or call (703) 299-1215. NON-AFFILIATED ACTIVITY POLICYPolicy for Scheduling Activities Prior to or During the Clinical Conference The goal of the Clinical Conference is to improve the availability and quality of HIV/AIDS services for low income, uninsured and underinsured individuals and families by providing quality clinical education and practical help for RW HIV/AIDS Program grantees. The Clinical Conference is intended to be an educational experience for its attendees and is not a convention. The Clinical Conference strives for participants to devote a maximum amount of time to a high level continuing medical education program that includes didactic lectures, interactive workshops and networking events designed to provide valuable interaction between the RW grantee clinicians, faculty, and HRSA / HAB staff to facilitate learning. Guiding Principles for Non-Affiliated Events To maintain the educational focus and integrity of the conference, it is required that any / all organizations that wish to hold functions of any size or nature in any location during Clinical Conference must complete the Ancillary Event Request. Ancillary events should:
Scheduling of Events Any organization interested in conducting an ancillary activity for some or all of the attendees of the Clinical Conference must direct their inquiry and application to the IAS–USA. Applications must be received in writing by Friday, June 3, 2011. Applications may be submitted via fax to 415-544-9402 or by mail to the IAS–USA, 425 California Street, Suite 1450, San Francisco, CA 94104-2120. Applications MUST include the following:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FOR MORE INFORMATIONFor any questions regarding this meeting, please contact the IAS–USA. Phone: 415-544-9400 © Copyright 2011. International Antiviral Society–USA. All rights reserved. |
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