Contraceptive Technology

Conference Overview

PRECONFERENCES • OCTOBER 7

• Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC)
• Remembering the S-E-X in Reproductive Health Care
• Managing Abnormal Paps and Vulvar Disease
• IMPLANON® Clinical Training

You Are Invited

“Hot off the Press” is our theme this year for Contraceptive Technology: Quest for Excellence, since we have a number of exciting updates to share with you in 2010! Get the scoop on the new STD Treatment Guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, from Dr. Ward Cates, an expert involved in updating these guidelines. Be among the first to review the new Medical Eligibility Criteria for contraception — designed specifically for U.S. women! Dr. Kate Curtis, who helped develop the U.S. MEC, will cover what’s new in the current guidelines and Dr. Naomi Tepper will help you apply the criteria to patients with challenging conditions. Dr. Michael Policar will explore the controversies surrounding the new breast and cervical cancer screening guidelines. So many of our conference  ttendees come to meet the world-renowned r. Robert Hatcher. You’ll hear him talk about managing a variety of ontraceptive challenges -- and have the opportunity o meet and interact with him throughout the conference.

Of course, Contraceptive Technology: Quest for Excellence is known for its focus on the latest technologies. Come and earn the most current evidence on long-acting reversible contraceptives. And don’t even think of leaving early, or you’ll iss one of the dynamic highlights of the conference, the panel on “Late Breakers: Innovations in Reproductive Health.” hether you are new or a veteran in women’s health and family planning, plan now to join close to 500 of your colleagues t this “not to be missed” educational event! See you there!

The Authors of Contraceptive Technology
Robert A. Hatcher, MD, MPH
Willard Cates, Jr., MD, MPH
Deborah Kowal, MA, PA
Anita L. Nelson, MD
James Trussell, PhD

Planning Committee Member
Carrie Cwiak, MD, MPH

Director of Program Development
Pam Jenkins-Wallace, MS, NP
Contemporary Forums

What You Will Learn:

This program will enable you to better:

• Discuss current research as well as recent developments contraceptive technology.
• Fine-tune your contraceptive management skills, appropriately incorporating new options and prescribing regimens.
• Recognize early signs and symptoms and discuss clinical management of common and complex challenges in women’s health and primary care, including vaginitis, STDs, menopause symptom management, adolescent issues, abnormal bleeding and others.
• Explore the new guidelines for breast and cervical cancer screening, including controversies and recommendations for practice.
• Describe the new U.S. Medical Eligibility criteria, applying the guidelines to challenging contraceptive management.

Who Should Attend?

• Physicians
• Nurse Practitioners
• Pharmacists
• Nurse-Midwives
• Registered Nurses
• Physician Assistants
• Public Health Professional
• Researchers
• Health Educators

...and anyone else interested in contraception and women’s health care.

Conference Endorsements

Members and employees of the endorsing organizations listed on the brochure cover may take a $25 discount on the full tuition price for the complete Main Conference (limit of one organizational discount per person). Proof of your affiliation must accompany your registration and no endorsement discounts will be given after registrations have been received. Students do not qualify for the endorsement discount.

Join ARHP now and qualify for a tuition discount. When you call (202) 466-3825 now to join, you will be given a membership number. Simply note this membership number on your conference Registration Form and receive the $25 Main Conference tuition discount.

Endorsed By:

Association of Reproductive Health Professionals
American College of Nurse-Midwives
Emory University Family Planning Program
Physicians for Reproductive Choice and Health
Planned Parenthood of Georgia

Conference Program

Thursday, October 7th | Friday, October 8th | Saturday, October 9th

PRECONFERENCE A

Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC)

Thursday, October 7 - 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
(ACPE #263-000-10-193-L04-P - 4.0 Contact Hours/.4 CEUs) Erika I. Pluhar, PhD, EdS, LMFT Judith Steinhart, EdD

Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC), including IUCs and implants, meet the needs of many women for high efficacy against unintended pregnancy, convenience, low side effect profiles, non-contraceptive benefits and patient acceptability. In spite of this, clinicians are often reluctant to recommend these methods due to myths and misconceptions related to medical eligibility and potential short and long-term effects. Join our esteemed faculty panel at this Preconference and learn the latest evidence related to LARC, including the pharmacology, medical eligibility criteria, managing side effects and their use postpartum and during perimenopause.

This Preconference will enable you to:

• Discuss the pharmacology of the LARC methods.
• Identify the non-contraceptive benefits of LARC.
• Describe management of bleeding and other possible side effects patients may experience.
• Explain why LARC is a good option for postpartum and perimenopausal women.
• Explore LARC management through case-based discussion.

7:00 a.m.	Preconference A Registration • Exhibits
8:00	Why LARC Should Be First-Line Choices: Contraceptive and Non-Contraceptive Benefits Robert A. Hatcher, MD, MPH (RX= .5 hr.)
8:40	Pharmacology of Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptive Methods Carrie Cwiak, MD, MPH (RX = .5 hr.)
9:20	Medical Eligibility Criteria for LARC Nikki B. Zite, MD, MPH (RQ = .5 hr.)
9:45	Refreshment Break • Exhibits
10:15	Counseling Patients About Bleeding Profiles and Possible Side Effects Nikki B. Zite, MD, MPH (RQ = .25 hr.)
11:05	Postpartum and Perimenopausal Use of LARC Carrie Cwiak, MD, MPH ( RQ= .5 hr.)
11:45	Clinical Challenges in LARC Use: Case Studies and Questions & Discussion Faculty Panel (RQ = .75 hr.)
12:30 p.m.	Adjourn

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ACPE # refers to credit for Pharmacists.

PRECONFERENCE B

Remembering the S-E-X in Reproductive Health Care

Thursday, October 7 - 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Sex …pervasive in the media, but challenging to bring up with patients. And yet, it impacts our patients’ health and sense of well-being in a variety of ways. Body image, changes in libido, history of abuse, weight, hormones or lack thereof, age, partner status, all play a part. Attend this Preconference and gain practical communication and intervention strategies to be even more effective in dealing with your patients’ sexual concerns. Learn five nonverbal ways to show your patients that you value their sexual health as a priority, rather than an afterthought. Learn how to ask without being embarrassed, and to manage what you hear without feeling overwhelmed. Strategize how you can briefly address your patients’ sexual issues in the time limitations of an office visit and recognize when and where to refer patients with complex sexual concerns. Join your colleagues and these outstanding sexuality educators for what is certain to be a highlight of this conference.

This Preconference will enable you to:

• Describe physiological and psychological issues which influence patients’ sexual well-being.         
• Maximize your patients’ skills in managing their sexual health issues as you become more comfortable discussing these issues with them.
• Through case-based discussion, identify approaches and resources for working with patients who have sexual concerns.

7:00 a.m.	Preconference B Registration • Exhibits
8:00	Sexuality Through the Ages: Physiological and Psychological Issues Making Your Office Sexually Open and Friendly
9:45	Refreshment Break • Exhibits Talking With Patients About Their Sexual Concerns Managing Sexuality Issues Challenging Cases When, Where and How to Refer Patients with Complex Issues Questions & Discussion
12:30 p.m.	Adjourn

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PRECONFERENCE C

Managing Abnormal Paps and Vulvar Disease

Thursday, October 7 – 1:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Lisa Flowers, MD will explore the causes of pre-malignant and malignant diseases of the cervix and highlight the relationship between HPV and abnormal pap tests. The new guidelines for cervical cancer screening will be discussed, including a focus on the appropriate use of HPV testing and colposcopy. Through case study discussion, recommended management of LSIL and HSIL will be reviewed, including special circumstances such as adolescence and pregnancy.

Michael Policar, MD, MPH will challenge you to identify common and not-so-common vulvar lesions, including clinical differentiations and treatment options. Viral, bacterial and neoplastic vulvar skin changes will be explored and recommendations for management, including medication and biopsy, will be discussed.

This Preconference will enable you to:

• Describe the relationship between HPV and cervical disease.
• Discuss the new guidelines for cervical cancer screening and follow-up of abnormal pap tests.
• Identify indications for colposcopy to investigate abnormal cytology.
• Recommend management options for LSIL and HSIL.
• Differentiate viral, bacterial and neoplastic vulvar skin lesions and identify appropriate management options.

12:30 p.m.	Preconference C Registration • Exhibits
1:15	The New Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines Managing the Abnormal Pap Test and HPV Indications for Colposcopy Lisa Flowers, MD
3:15	Refreshment Break • Exhibits
3:30	Differentiating and Managing Vulvar Lesions Michael Policar, MD, MPH ( = 1 hr.)
5:30	Adjourn
3:30 - 5:30 p.m.	Main Conference Early Registration • Exhibits
5:00 - 6:00 p.m.	WELCOME RECEPTION

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PRECONFERENCE D

IMPLANON® (etonogestrel implant) 68 mg Clinical Training

Thursday, October 7

1st Training Session: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Registration Check-In: 8:30 a.m.)
2nd Training Session: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Registration Check-In: 1:30 p.m.)

There will be two training sessions, each limited to 50 participants. You will be assigned in the order your registration is received and you will be notified of your assigned time prior to the training. Deadline forregistration is September 16. Register early! Thesesessions will reach capacity quickly!

Join your colleagues at a training program on IMPLANON®. During the IMPLANON® Clinical Training
Program attendees will learn important clinical data about IMPLANON® and patient counseling. This session includes a hands-on training for insertion and removal procedures as well as localization techniques.
Completion of this course will allow the attendee to order IMPLANON® from an authorized distributor(s).

This session, which is sponsored by Merck, is not accredited for continuing education credit. The training is open to advanced practice clinicians with furnishing numbers or prescribing privileges in their state and to physicians only. It is Merck’s policy to verify all clinicians’ practice, license and eligibility information in advance of the training. Merck will contact the attendee directly if there is a problem regarding this process. Attendees are expected to be present for the entire training. Certificates of completion will not be issued to those who arrive late or leave early.

This training will not be recorded and will not be part of the Online CE Library.

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MAIN CONFERENCE

Friday, October 8
(ACPE #263-000-10-186-L01-P - 4 Contact Hours/.4 CEUs)

7:00 a.m.	Main Conference Registration • Exhibits
8:00	Program Overview and Objectives Robert A. Hatcher, MD, MPH
8:10	Contraceptive Technology: Highlights of the Soon-To-Be-Released 20th Edition Deborah Kowal, MA, PA
8:45	Hot Off the Press: The New 2010 STD Treatment Guidelines Willard Cates, Jr., MD, MPH (RX = .5 hr.)
9:20	Understanding and Explaining Contraceptive Risk to Patients James Trussell, PhD ( RX= .25 hr.)
9:50	Refreshment Break • Exhibits
10:30	10 Questions About Hormonal Contraception and Menses/Bleeding Management Robert A. Hatcher, MD, MPH (RX = .5 hr.)
11:10	Contraceptive Management for Women Approaching Menopause: Strategies for the Transition Nikki B. Zite, MD, MPH (RX = .5 hr.)
11:50	Questions and Discussion Faculty Panel ( RX= .5 hr.)
12:30 p.m.	CONFERENCE LUNCHEON & LUELLA KLEIN LECTURE Health Care Reform: Impact on Family Planning and Reproductive Health Services Michael Policar, MD, MPH (The cost of the luncheon is $29 and you must have a paid reservation to attend. Please submit payment with your conference registration).
2:00	New Data on Highly-Effective Reversible Contraception: What’s the Latest? Carrie Cwiak, MD, MPH ( RX= .5 hr.)
2:40	The U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use Kathryn M. Curtis, PhD (RX = .5 hr.)
3:20	Refreshment Break • Exhibits
3:50	Toward a New Vocabulary for Family Planning: The Impact of Our Words Anita L. Nelson, MD
4:30	Questions and Discussion Faculty Panel (RX = .5 hr.)
5:15	Adjourn

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ACPE # refers to credit for Pharmacists. Concurrent Sessions provide 1 hour.

MAIN CONFERENCE

Saturday, October 9
(ACPE #263-000-10-186-L01-P - 4 Contact Hours/.4 CEUs)

During each Concurrent Session, 4 topics are presented simultaneously in separate rooms. Sessions are limited in size and choices are assigned in the order registrations are received. Indicate your selections on the Registration Form.

8:00 a.m.	CONCURRENT SESSIONS #1 #11 Hormonal Contraceptive Management: Interesting Cases Robert A. Hatcher, MD, MPH (RX = 1 hr.) (ACPE #263-000-10-187-L01-P) #12 Non-Surgical Approaches for Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding Jennifer Goedken, MD ( RX= .5 hr.) #13 Meeting the Needs of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered Patients Wayne Pawlowski, ACSW, LICSW, AASECT #14 Contraceptive Options for Postpartum and Lactation Joyce King, CNM, PhD (RX = 1 hr.) (ACPE #263-000-10-188-L01-P)
9:00	Refreshment Break
9:30	CONCURRENT SESSIONS #2 #21 The US Medical Eligibility Criteria: Evidence and Case Studies Naomi K. Tepper, MD, MPH ( RX= .5 hr.) (ACPE #263-000-10-189-L04-P) #22 Managing Recurrent Vaginitis Kimberly A. Workowski, MD (RX = .5 hr.) Willard Cates, Jr., MD, MPH (ACPE #263-000-10-190-L04-P) #23 Ordering and Interpreting Lab Work: The Right Test, the Right Timing and Managing Abnormal Results Michael Policar, MD, MPH #24 Adolescent Gynecology: Challenging Cases Yolanda Wimberly, MD, MSc ( RX= .25 hr.)
10:30	Session Change
10:45	CONCURRENT SESSIONS #3 #31 News You Can Use: The Top 10 “Must Read” Women’s Health Articles of 2009 Deborah Kowal, MA, PA #32 IUD Challenges: Case Dilemmas and Strategies for Difficult Placements Eva Lathrop, MD, MPH ( RX= .25 hr.) #33 Managing Menopause Challenges: Case Studies Anita L. Nelson, MD (RX = .5 hr.) (ACPE #263-000-10-191-L04-P) #34 Contraception for Obese Women: An Update James Trussell, PhD (RX = 1 hr.) (ACPE #263-000-10-192-L01-P)
11:45	Lunch On Your Own
	GENERAL SESSION
1:00 p.m.	Late Breakers: Innovations in Reproductive Health James Trussell, PhD – Moderator (Hear the latest in what’s new and exciting in women’s health)
1:45	Talking to Teens: No Urban Dictionary Required! Melissa Kottke, MD, MPH
2:25	New Guidelines for Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Michael Policar, MD, MPH
3:10	Questions and Discussion Faculty Panel
3:30	Adjourn

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ACPE # refers to credit for Pharmacists. Concurrent Sessions provide 1 hour.
Rx = Pharmacology credit for Advanced Practice Clinicians.

Conference Faculty

Members of Program Planning Committee and Authors of Contraceptive Technology

Willard Cates, Jr., MD, MPH President, Research Family Health International Research Triangle Park, North Carolina Adjunct Professor of Epidemiology, UNC School of Public Health Chapel Hill, North Carolina	Anita L. Nelson, MD Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA Medical Director, Women’s Health Care Programs Harbor-UCLA Medical Center Torrance, California
Robert A. Hatcher, MD, MPH Conference Chair Professor of Gynecology and Obstetrics Emory University School of Medicine Atlanta, Georgia	James Trussell, PhD Professor of Economics and Public Affairs Director, Office of Population Research Princeton University Princeton, New Jersey
Deborah Kowal, MA, PA CEO and President Contraceptive Technology Communications, Inc. Adjunct Assistant Professor Department of Global Health Emory University Rollins School of Public Health Consultant, Maternal and Child Health Communications Atlanta, Georgia

 

Guest Faculty

Kathryn M. Curtis, PhD Epidemiologist, Women’s Health and Fertility Branch Division of Reproductive Health Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Atlanta, Georgia	Erika I. Pluhar, PhD, EdS, LMFT Adjunct Assistant Professor Rollins School of Public Health Emory University Couple and Sex Therapy, Independent Practitioner Atlanta, Georgia
Carrie Cwiak, MD, MPH Planning Committee Member Assistant Professor Division Director of Family Planning Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics Emory University School of Medicine Atlanta, Georgia	Michael Policar, MD, MPH Medical Director UCSF/Family PACT Program Support and Evaluation Sacramento, California Associate Clinical Professor Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences University of California San Francisco San Francisco, California
Lisa Flowers, MD Associate Professor Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics Director of the Colposcopy Clinic Emory University School of Medicine Atlanta, Georgia	Judith Steinhart, EdD Health and Sexuality Consultant Certified Sexuality Educator New York, New York
Jennifer Goedken, MD Assistant Professor Medical Student Clerkship Director Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics Emory University School of Medicine Atlanta, Georgia	Naomi K. Tepper, MD, MPH Medical Officer Division of Reproductive Health Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Assistant Clinical Professor of Gynecology & Obstetrics Emory University School of Medicine Atlanta, Georgia
Joyce King, CNM, PhD Assistant Professor, Clinical Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing Emory University Atlanta, Georgia	Yolanda Wimberly, MD, MSc Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics Morehouse School of Medicine Atlanta, Georgia
Melissa Kottke, MD, MPH Assistant Professor Director, Jane Fonda Center for Adolescent Reproductive Health Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics Emory University School of Medicine Atlanta, Georgia	Kimberly A. Workowski, MD Professor of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases Emory University School of Medicine Chief, Guidelines Unit Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch Division of Sexually Transmitted Diseases Prevention Centers for Disease Control Atlanta, Georgia
Eva Lathrop, MD, MPH Assistant Professor Division of Family Planning Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics Emory University School of Medicine Atlanta, Georgia	Nikki B. Zite, MD, MPH Assistant Professor Residency Program Director Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology The University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine Knoxville, Tennessee
Wayne Pawlowski, ACSW, LICSW, AASE CT Independent Consultant and Trainer Wilton Manors, Florida and Arlington, Virginia

Accreditation

A Certificate of Attendance is given upon completion of course requirements, enabling you to register your credit with the appropriate licensing boards or associations. To apply for credit not listed below, use the procedure established by the specific organization. Additional brochures and evaluation forms provided upon request.

Physicians

Preconference A: 4 credit hours
Preconference B: 4 credit hours
Preconference C: 4 credit hours
Preconference D: No Credit
Main Conference: 12 credit hours
Optional Conference Luncheon: 1 credit hour

Contemporary Forums is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education toprovide continuing medical education for physicians.Contemporary Forums designates this educationalactivity for a maximum of the listed AMA PRA Category1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim creditcommensurate with the extent of their participation in theactivity.

Application for cognate credits has been filed with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit ispending.

Nurses and Nurse Practitioners

Preconference A: 4 ANCC/4.8 CA BRN contact hours
Preconference B: 4 ANCC/4.8 CA BRN contact hours
Preconference C: 4 ANCC/4.8 CA BRN contact hours
Preconference D: No Credit
Main Conference: 12 ANCC/14.5 CA BRN contact hours
Optional Conference Luncheon: 1 ANCC/1.2 CA BRN
contact hours

Contemporary Forums is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Contemporary Forums is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #04516.
(CA BRN contact hour = 50 minutes)

Nurse-Midwives

Preconference A: 4 hours
Preconference B: 4 hours
Preconference C: 4 hours
Preconference D: No Credit
Main Conference: 12 hours
Optional Conference Luncheon: 1 hour

The Continuing Education Committee of the American College of Nurse-Midwives grants reciprocity status tothe Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education(ACCME) for Category 1 offerings, providing the program isrelevant to nurse-midwifery. Nurse-Midwives may report upto the listed hours of credit.

Physician Assistants

Preconference A: 4 hours
Preconference B: 4 hours
Preconference C: 4 hours
Preconference D: No Credit
Main Conference: 12 hours
Optional Conference Luncheon: 1 hour

The American Academy of Physician Assistants accepts Category 1 CME approval from organizations accredited by the ACCME to grant Category 1 hours toward the Physician’s Recognition Award. PAs may report up to the listed hours of credit.

Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority

Preconference A: 3 hours
Preconference B: No Credit
Preconference C: 1 hour
Preconference D: No Credit
Main Conference: 6.25 hours available
Optional Conference Luncheon: No Credit

RX indicates sessions with pharmacology content. Because states’ requirements vary, contact your Board of Nursing for more information.

Pharmacists

Preconference A: 4 hours/.4 CEUs available

Main Conference: 7 hours/ .7 CEUs available

Contemporary Forums is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Statements of Credit will be distributed at course completion in exchange for a completed Conference Evaluation and Attendance Verification Form. This conference is a knowledge-based CPE activity.

Certified Health Education Specialists

Application for approval will be made to the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.

 

Exhibits

To enhance your educational experience, we are inviting representatives from professionally relevant companies, organizations and hospitals to exhibit equipment, supplies, services and career opportunities. The schedule provides participants time for one-on-one discussion with exhibitors.

For exhibit space availability or additional information:

Call the Exhibitor Information Line: (925) 828-7100, Ext. 5260
Email: exhibits@cforums.com
Visit: www.contemporaryforums.com/en/Exhibitor-Calendar/

Location

Atlanta

Enjoy Some Southern Hospitality!

Atlanta thrives in spirit, charm and hospitality and is full of recreational, sports and entertainment opportunities.
Visit Underground Atlanta, offering history, music, shops and a variety of restaurants. Wander through Centennial Olympic Park and appreciate the dramatic ring fountain, court of flags, and beautiful landscaping. Next to Centennial Olympic Park, experience the Georgia Aquarium, the world’s largest, housing over 100,000 animals in fresh and salt water. You can enjoy a first-hand look at news-in-the-making, as you witness what it takes to produce live news coverage daily at The CNN Center, home of Turner Broadcasting. Stone Mountain Parkincludes an educational interpretive center and new lifts up the mountain. You will learn that Atlanta is also rich in history and culture as you explore southern plantations and stately antebellum homes.

Shopping enthusiasts will appreciate a visit to spectacular Lenox Square, Phipps Plaza, and Perimeter Mall shopping centers. And getting there is easy on Atlanta’s convenient and efficient transit system, MARTA, which can also take you to almost any other area of Atlanta you’d like to see.

The Hyatt Regency Atlanta is located in the heart of downtown Atlanta on the MARTA line and within walking distance of many of Atlanta’s sites. The hotel features a full health center, an outdoor pool, a lively lobby bar and a fine Italian restaurant. You’ll appreciate shopping and dining at the variety of venues in the adjoining Peachtree Center. Staying at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta will add to your comfort and enjoyment of the southern hospitality of this beautiful city.

Wherever you choose to spend your time in this city steeped in history and cultural heritage, whether it is shopping, sight-seeing, fine dining or just relaxing, you are sure to enjoy every moment of your experience in Atlanta. To receive more information visit the website www.atlanta.net.

Hotel/Travel

Hotel Accommodations

The conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, 265 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30303. A limited block of rooms is being held for you and your guests at special group rates which will be in effect, based on room availability, from October 4 to October 10 for those wishing to extend their stay to enjoy area activities or qualify for discount airfares.

Rates: $189 single, $199 double
Rates are per room and subject to prevailing state and local taxes.

To obtain the special group rates, make your reservation early and before the “hotel room block release date” which is September 9. Rooms may sell out before this date so be sure to make your reservation now. After the release date, rooms and group rates may no longer be available so call the hotel regarding availability.

For room reservations, call (800) 233-1234 and inform them that you are attending the Contemporary Forums’ conference Contraceptive Technology: Quest for Excellence. Request a confirmation number and written confirmation of your reservation. Reservations must include a first night’s deposit.

To reserve your room online, please click here.

Please contact the hotel regarding cancellation policy. For arrivals after 3 p.m., call the hotel on the day of travel to reconfirm reservations.

For additional hotel information, please call the Hyatt Regency Atlanta at (404) 577-1234.

For assistance in locating a roommate, please call Contemporary Forums at (800) 377-7707, Ext. 0.

 

Travel Discounts

Contemporary Forums has a special discount agreement with United Airlines unavailable to the general public. To obtain these special conference fares either go online at www.united.com or call the Special Meeting Desk at (800) 521-4041, Account Code 510CW.

Hertz is the official car rental agency for the conference. Special rates will be in effect throughout the conference as well as one week before and after. For special rates, call HERTZ at (800) 654-2240 and refer to Contemporary Forums plus the conference discount code CV# 03000250.

Fees

Registrations must include full tuition payment to be accepted. Registrations faxed without payment will not be processed. Confirmation is sent by email if your completed registration form and payment are received one week before the conference begins. Since conference registration and hotel rooms are limited, early registration is advised.

Out of consideration to registrants, children of any age and spouses may not attend the sessions.

Tuition Fee (U.S. Funds)
	Preconferences - All Attendees October 7				Main Conference October 8-9
	A	B	C	D	Physicians	Nurses, Pas, Pharmacists, **Residents, Others
Early Fee* (On/before August 26)	$145	$145	$145	$95	$495	$395
Regular Fee (After August 26)	$175	$175	$175	$95	$565	$465

**Full-Time Students: Preconference A - $90, Preconference B - $90, Preconference C - $90; Main Conference - $275
Note: Students may not register for Preconference D (IMPLANON® (etonogestrel implant) 68 mg Clinical Training). Students do not qualify for additional discounts, including the group discount and/or the endorsement discount.
* Postmarked or phone/fax/online registration and fees received on/before August 26.
** Residents and Students: To qualify, submit facility verification of status with your registration. Online registration is not
available.

Tuition includes Welcome Reception, Certificate of Attendance, refreshment breaks and access to the Online CE Library for the Preconferences and/or Main Conference for which you registered. Main Conference registrants have access to all Concurrent Sessions that are recorded. See page 7 for Library details. IMPLANON® Training will not be recorded or posted on the Online CE Library.

Group Discounts (Mail, fax or call in together – no online registration available)

Tuition discounts are given to groups of 3 or more registering for the complete Main Conference. Discounts do not apply to the Preconferences or the IMPLANON® Training. To qualify for the group discount, all registration information must be complete for all group members, payment included and forms sent together. If faxing, list all group members on cover sheet. Subtract the discount from the tuition fee. Groups may not be formed after individual registrations are received.

• $25 per person discount for 3 or 4 in a group
  $45 per person discount for 5 or more in a group

Method of Tuition Payment

Make payment by check (payable to Contemporary Forums and enclose with Registration Form), Visa, MasterCard,
Discover Card, American Express or Purchase Order. A $30 fee is charged for any returned check. Personal checks are NOT accepted at the conference. Purchase Orders must be received with registration by the conference date and include the P.O. number, invoice address, tuition, approval signature, and contact name, email address and phone number.

Register by Phone, Fax, Mail or Online (Payment required to register)

Register only ONCE, by mail, fax (800) 329-9923, online at www.contemporaryforums.com, or call (800) 377-7707, Ext. 5252, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Pacific Time). Before calling, complete all registration information.

Tax Deductibility

Expenses of training, tuition, travel, lodging and meals to maintain or improve your professional skills may be
TAX DEDUCTIBLE. Consult your tax advisor.

Partial Attendance (No online registration available)

Call Contemporary Forums for tuition and CE credit for individual days. Group discounts do not apply. Registrations may not be shared.

Cancellations

Cancellations may be made by phone or in writing. Cancellations received on/before August 26 receive a full tuition refund. Cancellations received after August 26 are assessed a $20 processing fee. No refunds for cancellations received after the conference begins or for “no shows.” If this meeting is cancelled for any reason, including labor strikes or acts of God, liability is limited to a full refund of registration fees.

Program Changes

Contemporary Forums reserves the right to make necessary changes in speakers, topics or schedule. The most current program can be found on our website.

Questions?

Contact Contemporary Forums at (800) 377-7707, Ext. 0, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Pacific Time)
or email info@cforums.com.

If you require special arrangements at this conference, call (800) 377-7707, Ext. 5252, at least 30 days prior to the conference.

Easy Ways to Register

Mail - Attn: Registrar Contemporary Forums 11900 Silvergate Drive Dublin, CA 94568-2213	Fax (Credit card or Purchase Order) (800) 329-9923 24 hours a day
Phone (Credit card only) Monday - Friday (800) 377-7707, Ext. 5252 8am - 5pm, Pacific Time	Online (Credit card only) Visit us at www.contemporaryforums.com