Meeting Announcement and Preliminary Program - The Association ...

preliminary program
The Association of
Bone and Joint Surgeons
65 th
Annual Meeting
April 24-28, 2013
Çırağan palace Kempinski | istanbul, Turkey

Dear ABJS Members, Families, and Guests,
Istanbul’a hoşgeldiniz – Welcome to Istanbul
Napoleon Bonaparte, said, “If the earth was a
single state, Istanbul would be its capital.” Istanbul is
the only city in the world located on two continents;
Europe and Asia. And, she will become the capital of
the 2013 ABJS annual meeting after being the capital of
the Byzantine and the Ottoman Empires. You will soon
stand where the tomb of Alexander the Great can be seen
at the Archeology Museum of Istanbul. Julius Caesar
and Hannibal led their forces in between these two
continents. Hannibal’s tomb is in the city of Gebze.
All your senses will soon be challenged while
standing at the waterfront: the view of the Bosphorus—
teeming with ships—from our hotel; silhouettes of the
Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, and the Maiden Tower;
the scent of Turkish coffee in the former summer palace
of the Ottoman dynasty. As life never stops in Istanbul,
you will awaken to the sounds and colors of the city.
Some of you for the first time in your life will hear the
sounds of the Turkish music and native instruments
such as the Ney, Ud, or Kanun. These instruments
once influenced Mozart to compose his famous opera,
“The Abduction from the Seraglio.” When you walk
into the streets the colors and sounds of merchants will
mix with the cries of seagulls and cats. As the colors
of the sky over the Princes’ Islands in the Marmara
Sea turn to red, the city lights will invite you for more
music and entertainment. And, if you are not a person
to sleep, walk to Ortaköy after midnight and watch
the shimmering lights of the boats and ships on the
strait. We are sure that you will soon create your own
harmony of colors and sound. Large varieties of food
will stimulate your palate and the bouquet of wine
your smell. The fragrance of the spices at the Egyptian
Bazaar will take you to a distant travel on the Silk Road.
Touching a hand-made carpet in the Grand Bazaar
will inspire you as never before. For more, rely on your
instincts and imaginations: wander the streets, turn
any corner, or take a boat to Kanlıca or Anadolukavağı;
it doesn’t matter. Istanbul will cuddle you softly
and gently.
History is a major attraction of Istanbul and
Turkey. South of the Topkapı Palace, 11 kilometers
away from the congress hotel, footsteps of humans
dating to 8,000 years ago—4000 years before written
history—were recently discovered. In the ancient harbor
of Constantinople, the harbor of Theodosius, shipwrecks
of the Egyptian felucca and long boats of the Vikings
revealed trade between early civilizations. In Göbeklitepe
near Urfa, at the northern borders of Mesopotamia, a
12,000 year-old temple—approximately 7,500 years
older than Stonehenge—was recently excavated. Who
were these pre-historical hunter-collector humans?
Why did they build temples instead of houses? How
did they worship? All unanswered questions. When
you visit Istanbul and Turkey, you will not only travel
to the past of ancient civilizations but create your own
history and leave your footprints in this distinct part of
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the world. Imagine the others who left their footprints
in Istanbul. When you visit the Topkapı Palace, locate
the tower house of the head physician: this is where the
vaccination for chicken pox was discovered and taken to
London by Lady Montagu, the wife to the Ambassador
of England, in the late 18th century. During your visit to
the Dolmabahçe Palace Museum, next to our hotel, you
will recognize several clocks in almost all of the rooms;
there is even a separate building where the clocks of the
museum are displayed. Did you know that Mr. Isaac
Rousseau, father of the famous philosopher Jean-Jacques
Rousseau, was in charge of these clocks? We leave the rest
to you to discover when you are here.
We have prepared stimulating social and cultural
events for you. Those who choose to come a few days
earlier may enjoy golfing in Antalya. Another option is
to participate in the Pamukkale (Hierapolis), Ephesus
and Pergamum pre- and/or post-congress tours which
will lead you to the West coast of Turkey. The protector
of the city of Ephesus was Artemis, the Goddess whose
temple was one of the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient
World,” and the Asclepion of Pergamum was the
therapy center of Galen, a pioneer of modern medical
science. After the congress you may discover central
Anatolia including Cappadocia—the land of horses. To
escape persecution, early Christians built their houses,
workshops, and churches in caves in Cappadocia.
Some of these houses are now converted into boutique
hotels for your delight. A hot air balloon ride over the
spectacular volcanic chimneys is a once-in-a-lifetime
experience. Or enjoy Mavi Yolculuk (blue voyage) on a
gullet from the lovely coastal town of Bodrum. Gulleting
in Bodrum means switching off your computers and
mobile phones for a while. Sleeping in the open air
under the moon and stars on a boat in untouched bays
is marvelous; we call it re-creation. Take the morning
ferry to visit Hippocrates’ Asclepion on the island of Cos,
visible from the hills above Bodrum. Wander through
the perfectly preserved crusader castle of St. Peter. For
all these attractions and beyond, please come to Istanbul
and Turkey. As Mevlana Jelaledin Rumi, the 13th century
Turkish humanist, philosopher and poet once said:
Come; “ …come, whoever you are:
… a wanderer, an idolater, a worshipper of fire.
Come even though you have broken your vows a
thousand times;
…come, and come yet again.
The way of ours is not a court of despair.
If you have a smile on your face on the way back ” home,
and if you have already planned to visit us again, we will
have accomplished our tasks.
Until we meet in April, Hoşçakalın!
Şükran and O. Şahap ATİK, and
Petek, Ata, and Feza KORKUSUZ
Local Hosts

ÇIRAĞAN PALACE KEMPINSKI
Çırağan Caddesi 32 • 34349 Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey
Tel +90 212 326 4646 • Fax +90 212 259 6687
Email Address: reservationoffice.ciraganpalace@kempinski.com
Experience the majestic ambience of what was
once the residence of Ottoman Sultans. Çırağan
Palace, with its prestigious location on the shores
of the Bosphorus, has always been one of the
most luxurious and preferred hotels in the world.
Breathtaking views reflect the grandeur and
glamour of the hotel itself, a world of splendor
where luxury and history blend in perfect
harmony. Located in the heart of the city, Çirağan
(pronounced “Chiraan”) Palace Kempinski is a
testament to its imperial past.
The Palace was originally built of wood at the end
of the 16th century and then rebuilt in marble
in 1871. In the 18th century, The Grand Visier
constructed the first “Yali” (water side villa) for
his wife. She frequently organized torchlight
celebrations, called “Çırağan Festivals”, in the
gardens of the Palace. (The word Çırağan suggests
a “special light source”.) In 1910, a fire badly
damaged the Palace and it lay abandoned until
1986, when restoration work began. In 1992
Çirağan Palace re-opened its doors, restored to its
original glamour.
The hotel features 324 rooms and suites. All
rooms have a balcony, and 80% of them overlook
the Bosphorus. There is complimentary wireless
internet service throughout the hotel.
Çirağan Palace Kempinski has wonderful dining
experiences available to you. The hotel boasts
four restaurants and two bars, each accented by a
balcony or terrace overlooking the Bosphorus.
Laledan Restaurant, in addition to the richest
breakfast buffet in town, offers an all-day menu of
delicious “comfort food” and regional specialties.
Open daily 6:30-11:00 AM, 12:00-3:00 PM, 7:00-
11:30 PM.
Tuğra Restaurant & Lounge is Istanbul’s most
exquisite and romantic fine dining experience.
Enjoy live classical Turkish music indoors or on
the terrace. Tuğra’s modern classic menu offers
specialties like Lamb Külbastı and Testi Kebab that
will take you back to the Sultans’ most glorious era.
Open daily 7:00-11:30 PM for dinner and
6:00-11:30 PM for the bar.
Bosphorus Grill offers a delicious open buffet
of fresh homemade pasta, mezzes, salads and a
variety of meat and fish from the grill, all while you
enjoy live violin and flute accompaniment or DJ
performances. Open daily 7:00-11:30 PM.
Gazebo Lounge is the hotspot of Istanbul.
Gazebo serves continental buffet breakfast as well
as delicious pastries, cakes and chocolates until
midnight. It also offers the best Afternoon Tea
in town. Open daily 6:30 AM-12:00 PM, with
Afternoon Tea offered from 5:00-7:00 PM.
Le Fumoir is a great place to relax and leave the
day behind. Taste exquisite, flavorful cocktail
creations and premium selections of the finest
liquors and spirits, or indulge in handmade
humidors as well as traditional hookah. Open daily
6:00-11:30 PM. The Pavilion is also open daily
11:00 AM-2:00 PM.
Çırağan Bar is just the venue to leave a
hectic day behind and enjoy signature cocktails
and premium selections of fine spirits. Open daily
9:00-11:30 PM.
Indulge in the luxury of the Hammam (Turkish
Bath) at Sanitas Spa. Enjoy the Spa on your
own (there is no charge unless you book a Spa
treatment) or make an appointment to experience
this exclusive Turkish retreat. ABJS meeting
registrants receive a 15% discount on Spa
services. The ancient water therapies of the Turkish
Hammam promote an overall feeling of relaxation
and well-being. The Sanitas Spa features luxury
services, packages and wellness programs including
signature treatments, and facial and body therapies.
Browse the hotel’s shopping arcade for the world’s
leading boutique brands, distinctive souvenirs,
jewelry, and unique Turkish handcrafted gifts.
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HOTEL RESERVATIONS
The deadline for reserving a guest room at
Çirağan Palace Kempinski is Friday, February
22, 2013. After that date we will lose our
exclusive rights to our room block at the hotel.
Make your reservation early using the link on the
ABJS website, www.abjs.org. A reservation form is
located on page 19 of this announcement. Should
you choose to email or fax your reservation, please
be sure to reference the ABJS Annual Meeting in
order to take advantage of the group rates. Be sure to
receive a confirmation number.
**Please note that a “duration of stay” deposit
must be guaranteed with a major credit card.
This is a deposit for your entire stay, not just one
night. Reservations may be canceled up to 168
hours (7 days) prior to arrival, in which case your
deposit will be fully refunded. Your deposit will
not be refunded after that time.
Check-in time is 2:00 PM; check-out is
12:00 PM.
LOCATION/TRANSPORTATION
How to Get There
Çirağan Palace Kempinski is located in the New
Town section of Istanbul, on the European shores
of the Bosphorus. It is approximately a 30-45
minute drive from the airport to the hotel in
regular traffic. However, during rush hours (7:30-
9:00 AM and 5:30-8:00 PM) it may take more
than an hour.
Please contact Universal Travel Services at +90
212 225 9232 or universal@universaltravel-tr.
com to pre-arrange airport transportation. Their
emergency contact number is: +90 535 827 6540
(Mr. Onur). One-way airport/hotel transfer costs
are: Mercedes Sedan E200 (2 guests) €100 per
vehicle or a Minivan Mercedes Sprinter (8-10
guests) €70 per vehicle.
Passport and Visa Information
U.S. citizens traveling to Turkey need a passport
and visa. Passports must be valid for at least 90
days from the date of entry into Turkey. Visas can
be purchased at the airport in Turkey (or other
port of entry) for $20 cash. You can also purchase
a tourist visa at a Turkish Embassy or consulate in
the United States. ABJS members from outside
the United States will need to find out in
advance the visa requirements and procedures
for their country.
Upon arrival in Istanbul, if you do not have a
visa for Turkey, you need to proceed to the visa
counter to purchase your own visa stamp. The
visa procedure is different for each country. If you
are holding a passport from a country that can
get their visa upon arrival, then you only need
a valid passport and cash money to pay for the
visa stamp. The cost of the visa is between €10-
60 depending on the country. Please note that
credit card payments are not accepted at the visa
counter but an ATM is available.
Detailed and updated information regarding
the visa is available at www.mfa.gov.tr/visainformation-for-foreigners.en.mfa.
After completing visa and passport control
formalities, check the plasma screens to locate the
related luggage belt according to the airport you
have departed.
Once you retrieve your luggage and pass through
customs, you will exit the main gate (there is only
one gate). If you have booked a transfer service,
please look for Universal Travel staff holding a
sign with your name on it. Staff will assist you in
getting to your vehicle for transportation to the
hotel.
If you have not booked a transfer service, taxis
are available right after the main exit. Taxis in
Istanbul are either bright yellow or bright orange.
The orange colored taxis identify them as airport
taxis. It will cost approximately 60-75 Turkish
Lira ($40-$50 USD) from the airport to the
hotel.
Note: You do not have to tip taxi drivers. However it
is customary to round the total. Please tip if you have
luggage that the driver has assisted you with.
Currency
The unit of currency in Turkey is the Turkish
Lira (TL). You may use Euro, US Dollar, or
Turkish Lira at the Çirağan Palace Hotel
and at all shops in the Grand Bazaar. However,
restaurants and most shops outside of the
Grand Bazaar accept only Turkish Lira or
credit cards. Visa and MasterCard are accepted
at most shops, restaurants, and hotels. American
Express is not widely used at shops and
restaurants. Banks exchange foreign currency
and traveler’s checks with your passport
only. Banks charge a commission between
1-3% per transaction. “Döviz” (exchange offices)
do not charge commission and only change
foreign cash currency.

MEETING DETAILS
Please note that Universal Travel Services will have a hospitality desk at registration
daily to help answer questions you may have about optional activities and tours.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24
Pre-Meeting Tours Return to Istanbul
Please register for these optional events using the link on the ABJS website (www.abjs.org) or at
http://www.universaltravel-tr.com/abjs-tours/. If you have questions, contact Universal Travel Services at
+90 212 225 9232 or email universal@universaltravel-tr.com.
Members’ Business Meeting
3:30-4:30 PM
All members are encouraged to attend the Members’ Business Meeting in the Mabeyn Room. Mabeyn
is located on the second floor in the Palace section of the hotel. The Nominating Committee will
present its slate of candidates, and reports will be given by the President, Secretary, Treasurer, CORR
Editor, and Chairman of the CORR Board of Trustees. Please plan to attend!
Welcome Reception
6:00-9:00 PM
The ABJS Welcome Reception will be held on the Palace grounds between the hotel and Palace
buildings overlooking the stunning waters of the Bosphorus. In case of inclement weather, the
Reception will be in Enderun Room in the Palace section of the hotel. New ABJS members and their
guests will be introduced by their sponsors. Please come to give them a warm welcome! Cocktails and
plentiful hors d’oeuvres will be offered. Informal attire.
THURSDAY, APRIL 25
Spouse/Guest Program – Breakfast
8:00-10:30 AM
Breakfast will be served for spouses and guests in Tuğra Restaurant, located on the second floor in the Palace section of
the hotel.
Spouse/Guest Program – Ebru - Painting on Water
Tuğra Restaurant
9:00-10:30 AM
Ebru Yilmaz is an architect and artist whose works explore the intersections between contemporary versus traditional
art, with a specific interest towards inspiring the past and utilizing it in her own interpretation of what is meant as
“art” today. While practicing her art in sculpture, custom-designed metal works, furniture and jewelry, her research
on traditional art techniques in Turkish history raised her interest towards “ebru technique” (which her first name was
given after). Ebru is the art of “painting on water” and is defined as the “marbling art”. This unique technique has the
artist performing on condensed water with hand-made natural paints and brushes, and then transferring this “image”
to a sheet of paper or other framework. Ebru Yilmaz gave her heart to this art form and she continues to explore more
and more within the limits of the marbling technique. Ebru Yilmaz is the sister of Petek Korkusuz, Local Host, and has
generously offered to demonstrate this art form.
Scientific Attendee Breakfast – Mabeyn Foyer
6:00-7:00 AM
Scientific Session – Mabeyn Room
7:00 AM-12:00 PM
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THURSDAY, APRIL 25 (continued)
OPTIONAL AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
Please register for these optional events using the link
on the ABJS website (www.abjs.org) or at http://www.
universaltravel-tr.com/abjs-tours/. If you have questions,
contact Universal Travel Services at +90 212 225 9232
or email universal@universaltravel-tr.com.
Wine Tasting
1:00-6:00 PM / €99 per person
Guests will drive to the Old Town to Nar Restaurant
to take a step into the world of ancient times, all the
way to the Bronze Age, 4,500 years ago, to discover the
extraordinary aromas of wine which are produced in
Anatolia. Turkey is the fourth largest producer of grapes
in the world. The country is divided into 5 regions for
wine production; Marmara Region, Aegean Region,
Pamukkale Region, Central Anatolia, and Eastern
Turkey. There are more than 1500 named grape varieties
of which 600-800 are genetically different. Turkish
winemaking employs a mixture of traditional, local
grapes and modern, imported varieties. The increasingly
global red wine portfolio of Pinot Noir, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah is present, as is its white
wine equivalent consisting of Chardonnay, Sauvignon
Blanc and Semillon. The rustic southern French duo of
Cinsaut and Grenache is also used in various Turkish
wine regions, as is the Grenache-Petit Bouschet crossing
of Alicante Bouschet. Cinsaut is often blended with
the local grape Papazkarasi. Some of the native Turkish
varieties include the Yapincak and Papazkarasi grown
in Thrace, the Sultaniye of the Aegean coast, and the
Okuzgozu and Bogazkere (used to make Buzbag) of
Eastern Anatolia.
At the restaurant, guests will have a one-hour seminar
given by Prof. Ertan Anli. Prof. Anli has a B.Sc
and M.Sc. in Food Technology and a doctorate in
Food Engineering from Ankara University. He has
Qualifications in Enology (Wine Technology and
Wine Chemistry), Alcoholic Beverages Technology
and Sensorial Analysis. He is also a member of
the Association of Turc-French Engineers and the
Association of Food Engineers (Board Member). He
worked as a Research Assistant at Ankara University,
Department of Food Technology, for several years.
After his Doctorate degree, he worked at Universite
Bordeaux II, Faculte d’Oenologie, Lab. De Chimie
Appliqué, TUBITAK. When he moved back to Turkey,
he became an Associate professor at Ankara University
in the Department of Food Engineering. He is currently
the Prof. Dr. for the Food Engineering Department at
Ankara University. At the end of the seminar, guests will
have a chance to taste the delicacies of Anatolian wines
along with cheese and snacks.
Hellenistic & Roman Istanbul
1:00-6:00 PM / €40 per person
Depart from the hotel to Istanbul Archaeology Museum.
Housing over one million objects that represent almost
all of the eras and civilizations in world history, the
Archaeology Museum consists of three museums:
Archaeology Museum, Old Eastern Works Museum,
and Enameled Kiosk Museum. Besides its importance as
the “first Turkish museum”, it has the importance and
specialty of being one of the first buildings in the world
to be constructed as a Museum. Established as Müze-i
Humayun (Empire Museum) by the famous artist and
museum director Osman Hamdi Bey at the end of the
19th century, the museum opened to the public on June
13, 1891. Today, it still maintains its outstanding place
in the world’s biggest museums with its works, more
than a million, belonging to various cultures. In the
museum collections there are rich and very important
works of art belonging to various civilizations from
the regions: from Balkans to Africa, from Anatolia and
Mesopotamia to Arab Peninsula and Afghanistan, that
were in the borders of the Ottoman Empire.
Finally, visit Pierre Loti, the popular cafe overlooking
the Golden Horn in the Eyüp area, which was dedicated
to writer Pierre Loti. “Pierre Loti” was actually a
pseudonym. His real name was Louis Marie-Julien,
Viaud, a French sailor and writer.
Christianity & Islam Mingles
1:00-6:00 PM / €35 per person
Depart from the hotel to visit the most beautiful
and splendid of all the imperial mosques in Istanbul,
Suleymaniye, the mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent.
Built between the years 1550-1557 by Sinan, the
greatest of all Ottoman architects, Suleymaniye Mosque
was built with the wish to surpass the builders of St.
Sophia. Like other works of that time, Suleymaniye is
not only a mosque but also a huge complex. It is an
edifice which typifies the Ottoman Empire at its peak.
The magnificence of the mosque, clearly reflected in its
architecture, also prevails in the interior of the fine portal
gates, carved marble mihrab and minber, and even the
carpets, chandeliers and bronze candlesticks.

Continue to visit Kariye Museum. Kariye is the Turkish
adaptation of the ancient Greek word “chora” which
refers to “countryside”. The church was built in the 4 th
century during the Byzantine days, then outside the
city walls. First converted into a mosque during the 16 th
century, it was finally made a museum in 1948, leaving
no Islamic element in the building except the minaret.
The walls are decorated with superb 14 th century frescoes,
and mosaics on a gold ground.
Ottoman Visions (also offered on Friday, April 26)
1:00-6:00 PM / €45 per person
Drive to the center of the Old Town, Sultan Ahmet
Square, and visit Blue Mosque. The mosque was built
in early 17th century and known as “blue” because of
its magnificent interior decoration with blue Iznik tiles,
which are striking both for their color and the immense
area over which they are displayed. It is the only mosque
in the world that was originally built with six minarets.
The 260 windows floodlight the interior of the mosque
which is covered by a dome 23.5m (73 ft.) in diameter
and 43m (141 ft.) high. The architect Mehmet Aga
was a student of Sinan, the greatest architect of classical
Ottoman architecture.
Continue to Topkapi Palace, built by Sultan Mehmet
II after the conquest of Istanbul in the 15th century.
The palace housed the 25 Ottoman Sultans and their
exotic entourage until mid-19th century. In 1924 it was
turned into a museum at Ataturk’s request. The Palace,
surrounded by 5 km of walls, occupies 700,000 square
meters at the tip of the historical peninsula. The complex
is a group of structures which incorporates works from
successive periods of Ottoman reign. It is a classic
example of Ottoman palace architecture. It consists of
three shaded courtyards each serving a different purpose,
opening onto one another with monumental gates.
The courtyards are surrounded by functional buildings.
From the time of its construction, the palace developed
constantly with alterations and additions made by each
sultan. Today the museum displays priceless collections
of the imperial treasury, numerous pieces of Chinese
porcelain, traditional costumes of the sultans and their
families, and a special section for the preservation of the
relics of Prophet Mohammed.
Then, visit the famous historical Grand Bazaar, the
largest “souk” covered oriental shopping mall in the
world, where you will find 4,400 shops under one
roof and where each trade has its own street. There is a
wide selection of leather, jewelry, antiques, copperware,
souvenirs, and famous hand-made Turkish carpets
displayed in this historical shopping center.
EVENING GROUP ACTIVITY
The following activity is included in your registration fee.
However, you must register yourself and your guest(s) if
you plan to attend so we will have accurate counts for
transportation, seating and catering.
Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus
7:30-10:30 PM / No fee
Board the Swiss Yacht from the dock of Çirağan
Palace Kempinski and cruise one of the most exquisite
waterways in the world. Bosphorus, or the Istanbul
Strait, functions not just as a border between Europe
and Asia, but as one of the most beautiful sites in all
of Turkey. Lined with scenic greenery, opulent palaces,
beautiful parks, and an absolutely gorgeous waterfront,
the Bosphorus offers a perfect backdrop to watch the sun
set as you dine on a buffet menu of Turkish specialties.
Informal attire.
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FRIDAY, APRIL 26
Spouse/Guest Program – Breakfast
8:00-10:30 AM
Breakfast will be served for spouses and guests in Tuğra
Restaurant, located on the second floor in the Palace
section of the hotel.
Spouse/Guest Program – Book Club
Tuğra Restaurant
9:00-10:30 AM
Book selection to be announced.
Scientific Attendee Breakfast – Mabeyn Foyer
6:00-7:00 AM
Scientific Session – Mabeyn Room
7:00 AM-12:00 PM
Marshall Urist Lecture
11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Şafak Pavey is known for her
international work in the field
of human rights, humanitarian
aid and peace-building, with a
background embracing diplomacy,
activism and journalism. Ms.
Pavey was the first disabled woman
elected to Turkish Parliament. She has demonstrated
great personal dignity in overcoming physical obstacles
every day, while locally and globally championing the
rights of vulnerable populations, including refugees
and disabled persons. Whether working in extreme
conditions for the United Nations High Commissioner
for Refugees (UNHCR) in the Middle East, South Asia
and Africa, or acting as a lightning rod to spark the UN
Human Rights Convention on the Rights of Persons
with Disabilities, Ms. Pavey has sought to turn her
disability into strength on a global level. After winning a
seat in the Turkish Parliament in June 2011, Ms. Pavey is
continuing her struggle for human rights, giving voice to
invisible people; disabled persons, women, children and
minority populations in Turkey. To date, Şafak Pavey has
published three books. Her latest book Nereye Gidersem
Gokyuzu Benimdir (Wherever I Go the Sky is Mine),
consists of her recollections of social life and a witness
account of social freedoms in Iran where she lived for
some years. Ms. Pavey is also the managerial editor of a
legal book Refugee Rights in Iran that she published with
2003 Nobel Peace Laureate Shirin Ebadi. Ms. Pavey was
the first Turkish columnist of the bilingual Armenian-
Turkish Agos Newspaper where she wrote for many
years. In addition to numerous other honors, Ms. Pavey
was most recently awarded the “Outstanding Young
Person of the World Award” by Junior Chamber
International and the “International Women of Courage
Award” from First Lady Michelle Obama and U.S.
Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton. Ms. Pavey
has been elected by member States as an international
independent human rights expert to serve on the UN
Human Rights Committee for the rights of persons with
disabilities for a 4-year term, starting in January 2013.
Spouses and guests, please join the ABJS members in
the Mabeyn Room for the Marshall Urist Lecture.
OPTIONAL AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
Please register for these optional events using the link
on the ABJS website (www.abjs.org) or at http://www.
universaltravel-tr.com/abjs-tours/. If you have questions,
contact Universal Travel Services at +90 212 225 9232
or email universal@universaltravel-tr.com.
Byzantine Visions
1:00-6:00 PM / €40 per person
Drive to the center of the Old Town and visit
Hippodrome Square, the scene of chariot races and the
center of Byzantine civic life. It was built by Roman
Emperor Septimus in 203 AD with the capacity of
100,000 spectators, which was one quarter of the city
population of those days. The original ground level of
the Hippodrome was 4-5 meters lower than the present
surface. View three monuments: the Egyptian Obelisk,
the Serpent Column, and Walled Obelisk.
The Egyptian Obelisk is the oldest monument in the
city. Around 1490 BC, Egyptian Pharaoh Thutmose
III erected two obelisks which were made of rare pink
granite. In the 4th century AD, a Roman Emperor
brought one of the obelisks to Istanbul. In 390 AD,
during the reign of Emperor Theodosius, the obelisk
was erected with great difficulty at Hippodrome Square.
Today, it is around 26 meters long. The Serpent Column
is also one of the oldest monuments in the city. The
heads of three intertwined serpents are used to form the
legs of a gold cauldron.
Continue to St. Sophia Museum (church), built in 360
AD. St. Sophia was, for many centuries, the world’s
largest church. Through its Byzantine history, it served
as the cathedral of the city and after his conquest of
Istanbul, Sultan Mehmet II converted it to a mosque by
adding Islamic elements such as minarets, mihrab, and
minber.
Then, visit Basilica Cistern (Underground Cistern), built
for wartime in 542 AD by Byzantine Emperor Justinian
for water storage. There are 336 columns most of which
are topped with Byzantian Corinthian capitals. The
cistern is 70m (230 ft.) wide and 140m (460 ft.) long.
It is the largest and most magnificent covered cistern in
the city. The name of the cistern comes from a basilica
that was once located nearby. The ground of the cistern
was cleared during the major restoration in 1987, and
after the removal of 1 meter of mud, the original brick
pavement and two marble Medusa heads at the base of
two of the columns were revealed.

Golfing
1:00-8:00 PM / €140 per person
Kemer Golf & Country Club (KG&CC)
was established in 1995 and is located in
Belgrad Forest. KG&CC is a unique living center
embracing world class sporting opportunities, including
Istanbul’s leading Golf Club, with its outstanding
facilities and scenic 18-hole golf course; the Equestrian
Club, with its unparalleled amenities, among them the
largest indoor arena in the Balkans and 268 boxes; and
the Tennis Club, with the largest number of indoor
courts and active players in Turkey. The superb layout of
the Golf Club was designed by Joan Dudok van Heel, a
former chairman of the British Institute of Golf Course
Architects, and was built under the supervision of the
leading European golf course constructors.
The Golf Club offers a Club House, Driving Range,
the Driving Range Café Golf Bar, Golf Pro Shop and
Members Lounge all staffed with experienced, attentive
professional staff.
• The best golf club in Istanbul arranged as Parkland
Course within USAPGA standards.
• The most preferred golf club with its national and
international tournaments held up to 20 times each
year in Turkey.
• Istanbul’s greatest golf club with approximately 1,000
players.
Princes’ Islands
1:00-7:30 PM / €135 per person
Board the private boat from the pier of Çirağan Palace
Kempinski for a 90-minute sail to Princes’ Islands. There
are nine islands, and we disembark at the largest and
most famous island called BUYUK ADA. During the
Byzantine days, the islands collectively formed a religious
center with many monasteries. The name “Princes’
Islands” derives from the princes sent there in exile
who were regarded as pretenders to the throne. In the
afternoon, tour the island by horse carriages (phaeton),
visit Ayia Yorgi Church and Monastery dating back to
the 6th century, and enjoy free time at the local market.
Sail back to Istanbul by private boat and disembark at
Hotel Çirağan Palace Kempinski.
Ottoman Visions (also offered on Thursday, April 25)
1:00-6:00 PM / €45 per person
Drive to the center of the Old Town, Sultan Ahmet
Square, and visit Blue Mosque. The mosque was built
in early 17th century and known as “blue” because of
its magnificent interior decoration with blue Iznik tiles,
which are striking both for their color and the immense
area over which they are displayed. It is the only mosque
in the world that was originally built with six minarets.
The 260 windows floodlight the interior of the mosque
which is covered by a dome 23.5m (73 ft.) in diameter
and 43m (141 ft.) high. The architect Mehmet Aga
was a student of Sinan, the greatest architect of classical
Ottoman architecture.
Continue to Topkapi Palace, built by Sultan Mehmet
II after the conquest of Istanbul in the 15th century.
The palace housed the 25 Ottoman Sultans and their
exotic entourage until mid-19th century. In 1924 it was
turned into a museum at Ataturk’s request. The Palace,
surrounded by 5 km of walls, occupies 700,000 square
meters at the tip of the historical peninsula. The complex
is a group of structures which incorporates works from
successive periods of Ottoman reign. It is a classic
example of Ottoman palace architecture. It consists of
three shaded courtyards each serving a different purpose,
opening onto one another with monumental gates.
The courtyards are surrounded by functional buildings.
From the time of its construction, the palace developed
constantly with alterations and additions made by each
sultan. Today the museum displays priceless collections
of the imperial treasury, numerous pieces of Chinese
porcelain, traditional costumes of the sultans and their
families, and a special section for the preservation of the
relics of Prophet Mohammed.
Then, visit the famous historical Grand Bazaar, the
largest “souk” covered oriental shopping mall in the
world, where you will find 4,400 shops under one
roof and where each trade has its own street. There is a
wide selection of leather, jewelry, antiques, copperware,
souvenirs, and famous hand-made Turkish carpets
displayed in this historical shopping center.
EVENING OPTIONAL ACTIVITY
One optional activity for the evening is being offered. Please
register for optional events using the link on the ABJS
website (www.abjs.org) or at http://www.universaltraveltr.com/abjs-tours/.
If you have questions, contact
Universal Travel Services at +90 212 225 9232 or email
universal@universaltravel-tr.com.
Or if you would prefer, take the evening to enjoy
Istanbul on your own. Please see page 12 for a list of
recommended restaurants. Advance reservations are
recommended.
Clubbing at Anjelique
11:00 PM-3:00 AM / €25 per person
(Includes transportation from/to the hotel. All expenses will
be paid directly by the attendees to the club.) Anjelique is
one of the best upscale nightclubs, surrounded by the
lively atmosphere of Ortakoy and the magnificent view
of the Bosphorus. Since its opening in 2001, Istanbul’s
well-known restaurant and nightclub has been the mustgo
place for entertainment. The celebrities of Istanbul’s
nightlife scene have also been seen enjoying Anjelique’s
exquisite atmosphere and incomparable view of the
Bosphorus.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 27
Spouse/Guest Program – Breakfast
8:00-10:30 AM
Breakfast will be served for spouses and guests in
Tuğra Restaurant, located on the second floor in
the Palace section of the hotel.
Spouse/Guest Program – Belly Dancing
Tuğra Restaurant
9:00-10:30 AM
Scientific Attendee Breakfast – Mabeyn Foyer
6:00-6:30 AM
Members’ Final Business Meeting –
Mabeyn Room
6:30-7:00 AM
Scientific Session – Mabeyn Room
7:00 AM-12:00 PM
OPTIONAL AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
Please register for these optional events using the
link on the ABJS website (www.abjs.org) or at
http://www.universaltravel-tr.com/abjs-tours/.
If you have questions, contact Universal
Travel Services at +90 212 225 9232 or email
universal@universaltravel-tr.com.
Turkish Bath
1:00-6:00 PM / €185 per person
This is an exciting experience at the traditional
Turkish Bath “CAGALOGLU HAMAMI”
which is more than 300 years old. A classical
Turkish Bath has a place for undressing, a hot
room, and a reception section to get cold and
refreshed.
Guests will first be taken to the undressing
section where they will put on the special cloth
called “PESTEMAL”. Then they will proceed
into the hot room to lie for a time on the raised
hot marble platform called “GOBEKTASI”
where they sweat profusely. They will then get
scrubbed with the traditional fabric by the
professional staff of the bath called “TELLAK”.
This special cleaning session is followed by a
fresh up massage. At the end of the treatment
guests will receive their new soft towels and be
taken to the reception area to get refreshed.
Although special fabric called “pestemal” is provided
for each guest to wear, it is suggested that guests also
bring their own swimming suits.
Art of Weaving
1:00-6:00 PM / €20 per person
Drive to the Grand Bazaar to a carpet weaving
center. Guests will first be invited to the silk
center where they watch the master lady weaving
silk carpet. Guests will also have a chance to
try to weave on their own. There will be a
demonstration of an interesting imaginary tour
about Anatolia (the Asian side of Turkey) during
which experts will give their lectures on Turkish
handmade carpets. Guests will have a chance to
see a display of various magnificent handmade
carpets, all with different character. There will
be a shopping opportunity where top quality and
certified carpets will be sold.
During the lecture, soft drinks (including
famous Turkish apple tea or Turkish coffee) and
sandwiches will be served.
Sultan’s Summer Palace
1:00-6:00 PM / €50 per person
Depart to the royal residence of Ottoman
Sultans, the sumptuous Dolmabahce Palace.
During the 19th century, westernization of the
Ottoman Empire, which became an important
trend, was also felt in the architecture of the
time. Dolmabahce Palace was built under
such an influence between 1843 and 1856 by
Sultan Abdulmecit. The site of the palace was
obtained by filling a small bay on the Bosphorus,
thus giving the palace its name which means
“filled garden.” Its interior decoration is famed
for a great collection of European antiques,
its furniture, and a Turkish bath in alabaster.
Covering an area of 25 hectares, the palace
consists of 285 rooms and 46 halls among
which figures a large reception hall supported
by 56 columns, and a chandelier that weighs
4.5 tons. Approximately 600 paintings adorn
the walls, and specially woven, very beautiful,
Hereke carpets of huge dimensions cover the
palace floors.
Continue to visit the Galata Tower which was
built by the Genoese colony as part of their
town defense fortifications in the 14th century.
In Genoese sources it was named Christea Turris
(Tower of Christ). It was altered considerably,
particularly by the addition of the upper parts
under the Ottomans during the course of the
centuries. It was used at different times as a
prison and a watch tower for fires. In 1967, the
tower was restored and an elevator was added.
The present height of the tower is 63m/ 206 ft.
Today, two top floors serve as a restaurant with

folkloric shows. During the daytime it is open to
visitors for panoramic views of the region. In the
17 th century, during the reign of the Ottoman
Sultan Murat IV, Hazerfen Ahmet Celebi, a
scholar whose first name means “a thousand
sciences”, managed to fly by wearing rush-work
wings, from the top of the Galata Tower to
Uskudar, an Asian settlement opposite and across
the Bosphorous. An excited crowd including
the sultan watched him achieve this feat. Sultan
Murat admired Hezarfen but he was also afraid
that his unusual ability would win him excessive
power. The Sultan gave him a purse of gold and
declared: “This man is one to be feared. He can
do anything he wishes. The presence of such
men is not auspicious.” Hazerfen was then
exiled to Algeria where he died broken hearted
far from home.
Two Continents
1:00-6:00 PM / €35 per person
Drive to the Asian Side of Istanbul via the
transcontinental Bosphorus Bridge, unique in
the world connecting the continents of Asia and
Europe. The bridge was built in 1973, the 50th anniversary of the Republic of Turkey. Its length
is 1.560m (1,074m over the sea) and height from
the sea is 64m. It is the fourth longest suspension
bridge in the world.
Visit Beylerbeyi Palace, situated on the shore
at the Asian end of the Bosphorus Bridge
and built between 1861 and 1864 by Sultan
Abdulaziz. The palace is a three-story structure
set on terraced grounds planted with trees
brought from around the world. The interior
was decorated in a style typical of 19 th century
Europe. The original furniture is still on display.
The building itself, constructed in the French
Baroque style, is made of stone and marble. It
was used by the Ottoman sultans as a summer
residence. Conclude the tour with a drive to
Camlica Hill, the highest hill in Istanbul, to
enjoy the panoramic view of the city.
EVENING GROUP ACTIVITY
The following activity is included in your
registration fee. However, you must register yourself
and your guest(s) if you plan to attend so we will
have accurate counts for transportation, seating,
and catering.
Annual Banquet
7:00 PM-12:00 AM / No Fee
The exquisite Çirağan Palace will take you
back to a time of regal elegance for the ABJS
Banquet. Cocktails will be served in Enderun
Foyer, followed by dinner and entertainment in
Enderun Ballroom. There is no fee, but please
sign up on the registration form so we will
have accurate counts for seating and catering.
Black tie.
SUNDAY, APRIL 28
Departures & Post-Meeting Tours Begin
PRE- AND POST-MEETING ACTIVITIES
Please register for these optional events using the link on the ABJS website (www.abjs.org) or at
http://www.universaltravel-tr.com/abjs-tours/. If you have questions, contact Universal Travel Services
at +90 212 225 9232 or email universal@universaltravel-tr.com.
Full descriptions of the following activities are listed on the Universal Travel Services website mentioned
above. Simply click on the title of the desired activity to see a detailed description.
PRE-MEETING ACTIVITIES
Highlights of Turkey
April 19-23 (4 nights)
€690 per person (double room)
€935 (single room)
Golfing in Antalya
April 19-23 (4 nights)
Golfers: €1195 per person (double room)
€1420 (single room)
Non-golfers: €785 per person (double room)
€1010 (single room)
POST-MEETING ACTIVITIES
Highlights of Turkey
April 28-May 1 (3 nights) • €525 per person (double room)
€680 (single room)
Cappadocia Program
April 28-May 1 (3 nights) • €825 per person (double room)
€1167 (single room)
Guletting – Bodrum
April 28-May 5 (7 nights) • €3890 per person (double room)
€6840 (single room)
–OR–
April 28-May 2 (4 nights) • €2580 per person (double room)
€4468 (single room)
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RESTAURANT RECOMMENDATIONS
Advance reservations are recommended.
SUGGESTED RESTAURANTS BY
THE BOSPHORUS
Feriye Restaurant
Website: www.feriye.com
Address: Çırağan Cad. No: 40 Ortaköy
34347, Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 227 2216
Hours: Daily Noon-3:00PM and
7:00 PM-Midnight
Located on the Bosphorus, this once 19th century
Ottoman police station serves an up-to-date
synthesis of traditional Turkish and Ottoman
cuisine. Both meat and seafood menu selections
are developed according to the season, procuring
only traditional, natural foods and carefully
preserving the classic flavors. (5 minute drive)
The House Café, Ortakoy
Website: www.thehousecafe.com
Address: Yildiz Mah. Salhane Sok. No: 1
Ortakoy, Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 227 2699-39
Hours: Dining: Mon-Sat 9:00 AM-11:00 PM;
Sunday 9:00 AM-10:30 PM (open until
1:00 or 2:00 AM for the night club)
House Cafe is located on the Bosphorus, in the
colorful Ortakoy district. An excellent restaurant
serving both Turkish and international cuisine.
In addition to breakfast, lunch, and dinner you
can also enjoy this venue after midnight when it
turns into a club. (5 minute drive)
Marina Balik Restaurant
Website: www.marinabalik.com
Address: Kurucesme Parki Ici, (GS Adasi Karsisi)
Kurucesme, Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 287 2653
Hours: Monday-Sunday Noon-Midnight
Excellent restaurant serving fresh seafood daily.
Located right on the Bosphorus.
(10-15 minute drive)
Mavi Balik Restaurant
Website: www.mavibalik.com
Address: Muallim Naci Cad. No: 64/2
Kurucesme, Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 265 5480
Hours: Daily 10:00 AM-2:00 AM
Experience the panoramic views of the
Bosphorus from Mavi Balik’s dining room or
terrace while enjoying the excellent selection of
fresh seafood daily. (10-15 minute drive)
MuzedeChanga Restaurant
Website: www.changa-istanbul.com
Address: Emirgan Mah. Sakip Sabanci Cad.
No: 42 Emirgan, Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 323 0901
Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:30 AM-1:00 AM
Overlooking the Bosphorus and located within
the lush gardens of the SSM (Sakip Sabanci
Museum), MuzedeChanga serves a selection
of Turkish rendition dishes accentuated with
Mediterranean tastes and textures. It offers a
light, all-day menu for museum visitors and
becomes a fine dining restaurant in the evenings.
(20-30 minute drive)

SUGGESTED RESTAURANTS AT
ULUS DISTRICT
Sunset Grill & Bar Restaurant
Website: www.sunsetgrillbar.com
Address: Ahment Adnan Saygun Cad. Yol Sok.
No: 2 Ulus Parki, Ulus, Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 287 0357
Hours: Monday-Saturday Noon-3:00 PM
and Daily 7:00 PM-Midnight
Located at the Ulus District, Sunset Grill & Bar
offers a beautiful view of the city and the Bosphorus.
Enjoy upscale international cuisine, including an
excellent Sushi Bar. (15-20 minute drive)
Ulus 29
Website: www.group-29.com
Address: Ahmet Adnan Saygun Cad. Ulus
Parki Ici No:1 Ulus, Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 358 2929
Hours: Daily Noon-3:00 PM and from
6:30 PM into the night
Ulus 29 is located on a hilltop in the upscale
neighbourhood of Ulus. Floor to ceiling
windows and terrace dining provide beautiful
views of the city and the Bosphorus. Dry aged
meats, smoked fish, handmade pastas and ice
cream are all prepared with the highest quality
fresh seasonal products. (15-20 minute drive)
SUGGESTED RESTAURANTS
AT NISANTASI, TAKSIM,
BEYOGLU, BESIKTAS
Nisantasi Kosebasi Restaurant
Website: www.kosebasi.com
Address: Bronz Sok. No: 5 Macka, Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 230 3868
Hours: Daily Noon-11:00 PM
Kosebasi stays true to the traditional recipes
of South Anatolia. Among other accolades,
Kosebasi was voted “The Best Kebab Restaurant
in Istanbul” by Time magazine and continues to
attract many celebrities. (15-20 minute drive)
Vogue Restaurant
Website: www.istanbuldoors.com
Address: Spor Cad. BJK Plaza, A Blok K:13
Akaretler, Besiktas, Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 227 4404
Hours: Daily Noon-2:00 AM and Sunday
Brunch from 10:30 AM-4:00 PM
Located at the roof-top plaza building, Vogue
offers one of the finest Bosphorus views around.
The menu offers flavors from around the world,
including over 70 kinds of sushi and fine wines.
The Sunday Brunch has also become a classic.
A Zagat survey named Vogue among the finest
restaurants in the world. (10-15 minute drive)
360 Istanbul
Website: www.360istanbul.com
Address: Istiklal Cad. Misir Apt K.8 No:311
Beyoglu, Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 251 1042
Hours: Daily Noon-Midnight for dining and
after Midnight into the morning hours
for the club.
360 Istanbul is an exclusive 19th century venue
overlooking the Old Town and the Golden
Horn. As its name suggests, it commands a
360 breath-taking view of Istanbul. Open for
lunch and dinner, the menu offers a twist on the
modern Turkish meze fused with international
cuisine. At midnight, the venue turns into a
night club. (20 minute drive)
Mikla Restaurant
Website: www.miklarestaurant.com
Address: Mesrutiyet Cad. 167-185
Beyoglu, Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 293 5656
Hours: Monday-Saturday 6:00 PM-11:30 PM
Mikla Restaurant provides Scandinavian
cuisine in a contemporary atmosphere. With
its outstanding food, breathtaking view and
inspiring music, Mikla is one of Istanbul’s best
restaurants. Located on the roof top floor of the
fashionable “The Marmara Pera” hotel, Mikla is
urban, sleek and stylish. The magical city views
take you back through time to the heart of the
Old Istanbul. (15-20 minute drive)
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24
8:00 AM-3:00 PM
ABJS Executive
Committee Meeting
and CORR Board of
Trustees Meeting
Boardroom
THURSDAY, APRIL 25
6:00 AM-12:00 PM
Registration
Mabeyn Foyer
6:00-7:00 AM
Scientific Attendee
Breakfast
Mabeyn Foyer
7:00 AM-12:00 PM
Scientific Program
Mabeyn Room
FRIDAY, APRIL 26
6:00 AM-12:00 PM
Registration
Mabeyn Foyer
6:00-7:00 AM
Scientific Attendee
Breakfast
Mabeyn Foyer
7:00 AM-12:00 PM
Scientific Program
Mabeyn Room
SATURDAY, APRIL 27
6:00 AM-12:00 PM
Registration
Mabeyn Foyer
6:00-6:30 AM
Scientific Attendee
Breakfast
Mabeyn Foyer
MEETING SCHEDULE
10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Registration
Mabeyn Foyer
SUNDAY, APRIL 28
Departures and Post-Meeting Tours
Spouse/Guest Program
8:00-10:30 AM
Breakfast
Tuğra Restaurant
9:00-10:30 AM
Ebru-Painting on Water
Tuğra Restaurant
Spouse/Guest Program
8:00-10:30 AM
Breakfast
Tuğra Restaurant
9:00-10:30 AM
Book Club
Tuğra Restaurant
Diagnostic Quiz
Time TBD
6:30-7:00 AM
Members’ Final
Business Meeting
Mabeyn Room
7:00 AM-12:00 PM
Scientific Program
Mabeyn Room
Spouse/Guest Program
8:00-10:30 AM
Breakfast
Tuğra Restaurant
3:30-4:30 PM
Members’ Business
Meeting
Mabeyn Room
AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
1:00-6:00 PM
Wine Tasting
1:00-6:00 PM
Hellenistic &
Roman Istanbul
1:00-6:00 PM
Christianity &
Islam Mingles
Marshall Urist Lecture
11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Mabeyn Room
Safak Pavey
AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
1:00-6:00 PM
Byzantine Visions
1:00-8:00 PM
Golfing
1:00-7:30 PM
Princes’ Islands
9:00-10:30 AM
Belly Dancing
Tuğra Restaurant
Diagnostic
Quiz Answers
Time TBD
AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
1:00-6:00 PM
Turkish Bath
6:00-9:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Enderun Room
1:00-6:00 PM
Ottoman Visions
EVENING
7:30–10:30 PM
Dinner Cruise on
the Bosphorus
1:00-6:00 PM
Ottoman Visions
EVENING OPTIONAL
ACTIVITY
11:00 PM-3:00 AM
Clubbing at Anjelique
-OR-
On your own to enjoy
Istanbul – see list of
restaurants, page 12.
1:00-6:00 PM
Art of Weaving
1:00-6:00 PM
Sultan’s Summer
Palace
1:00-6:00 PM
Two Continents
7:00 PM-12:00 AM
Annual Banquet
Enderun Foyer/
Ballroom

MEETING REGISTRATION FORM
65 th Annual Meeting • Istanbul, Turkey – April 24-28, 2013
All children 5 years or older must pay the registration fee. It is important to have early and accurate counts
due to catering and venue requirements. Please register early! Please note that a late fee will be in effect for
registrations postmarked after February 22, 2013 (refer to registration fees listed below).
The following events are included in the registration fee: Welcome Reception, Breakfasts, Dinner Cruise on
the Bosphorus, and the Annual Banquet. The spouse/guest fee and child’s fee includes the morning spouse/
guest breakfasts and programs in addition to the events listed above. Optional events requiring an additional
fee are noted in their description. Please register and sign up for ALL events you plan to attend so we
will have accurate counts.
Cancellations:
A full refund, less a $50 processing fee, will be given if written notice of cancellation is received by
March 12, 2013. No refunds will be given after March 12, 2013.
Member ________________________________________________________________________
Non-Member ____________________________________________________________________
Spouse/Guest(s) __________________________________________________________________
Children (names/ages) ______________________________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip ___________________________________________________________________
Phone __________________________________ Fax ____________________________________
E-mail __________________________________________________________________________
Registration Fees:
(postmarked by February 22, 2013)
Member $300
Non-Member $475
Spouse/Guest $200
Child (ages 18 and older) $200
Child (ages 5-17) $50
Child (ages 0-4) No fee
Payment Method:
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Credit Card Number
Expiration Date
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Amount Enclosed $
(Total All Fees)
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Late Registration Fees:
(postmarked after February 22, 2013)
Member $400
Non-Member $575
Spouse/Guest $300
Child (ages 18 and older) $300
Child (ages 5-17) $150
Child (ages 0-4) No fee
Make check payable to:
The Association of Bone and
Joint Surgeons
Mail to:
The Association of Bone and
Joint Surgeons
6300 N. River Road, Suite 605
Rosemont, IL 60018-4237
ABJS Social Events (included
in registration fee):
Please sign up in advance on this
form or online.
Wednesday, April 24
Welcome Reception
no fee • 6:00-9:00 PM
# adults ______
# children ______
Thursday, April 25
Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus
no fee • 7:30-10:30 PM
# adults ______
# children ______
Saturday, April 27
Annual Banquet
no fee • 7:00 PM-12:00 AM
# adults ______
# children ______
Register online!
Log on to www.abjs.org, and click the Meeting Registration link. Follow
the prompts to register for the meeting. You will receive confirmation of
your registration by return e-mail. ABJS members will need their ABJS
I.D. number to register online. Call the ABJS office (847-720-4186) if
you need assistance. Non-members’ attendance is by invitation. Invited
non-members will receive a registration form by mail; please complete the
form and return it to the office by fax (847-720-4013) or by mail.

OPTIONAL EVENT REGISTRATION (fee required)
65 th Annual Meeting • Istanbul, Turkey – April 24-28, 2013
The following optional events are NOT included in your ABJS Annual Meeting registration fee and are
being managed by Universal Travel Services (see information below). Please register online via the link
on the ABJS website (www.abjs.org) or use the following link http://www.universaltravel-tr.com/abjstours/.
You can also use this form to email or fax your registration using the following information:
Universal Travel Services – A GLOBAL EVENTS PARTNER
Universal Building Ferah Sokak 29
Tesvikiye 34365 - Istanbul / TURKEY
Tel: +90 212 225 9232 • Fax: +90 212 246 2908 • universal@universaltravel-tr.com
Member ________________________________________________________________________
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Spouse/Guest(s) ____________________________________________________________________
Children (names/ages) ______________________________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________________________
City/State/Zip ___________________________________________________________________
Phone __________________________________ Fax ____________________________________
E-mail __________________________________________________________________________
OPTIONAL TOURS DURING THE MEETING
Thursday, April 25
Wine Tasting (1:00-6:00 PM) • €99 per person .............................................................# €
Hellenistic & Roman Istanbul (1:00-6:00 PM) • €40 per person .................................# €
Christianity & Islam Mingles (1:00-6:00 PM) • €35 per person ..................................# €
Ottoman Visions (1:00-6:00 PM) • €45 per person ......................................................# €
Friday, April 26
Byzantine Visions (1:00-6:00 PM) • €40 per person .....................................................# €
Golfing (1:00-8:00 PM) • €140 per person ....................................................................# €
Princes’ Islands (1:00-7:30 PM) • €135 per person .......................................................# €
Ottoman Visions (1:00-6:00 PM) • €45 per person .....................................................# €
Clubbing at Anjelique (11:00 PM-3:00 AM) • €25 per person .....................................# €
Saturday, April 27
Turkish Bath (1:00-6:00 PM) • €185 per person ...........................................................# €
Art of Weaving (1:00-6:00 PM) • €20 per person ..........................................................# €
Sultan’s Summer Palace (1:00-6:00 PM) • €50 per person ............................................# €
Two Continents (1:00-6:00 PM) • €35 per person .......................................................# €
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PRE- AND POST-MEETING TOURS REGISTRATION
65th Annual Meeting • Istanbul, Turkey – April 24-28, 2013
Pre-Meeting Tours
Highlights of Turkey April 19-23 (4 nights)
€690 per person (double room) # €
€935 (single room) # €
Golfing in Antalya April 19-23 (4 nights)
Golfers:
€1195 per person (double room) # €
€1420 (single room) # €
Non-golfers:
€785 per person (double room) # €
€1010 (single room) # €
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PRE- & POST-MEETING TOURS/ACTIVITIES
• All Istanbul daytime tours and activities depart from
Hotel Çirağan Palace Kempinski at 13:00 (1:00pm). All
tours will end at 18:00 (6:00pm), except the Princes’
Islands and Golfing programs which will end around
19:30–20:00 (7:30–8:00pm).
• Given rates are in Euro including entrance fees of the
sights mentioned in the programs, transportation,
guides and tax charges.
• For pre and post tours, domestic flight tickets are not
included in above rates. If the domestic flight tickets
will be issued locally in Turkey, the supplement will
be approximately 200 Euro for round-trip airfare. This
amount is liable to change slightly depending on the
available class at the time of the booking.
• Please make your reservation early, as tours will
need to reach the minimum number of bookings by
November 26 to avoid cancellations. Above tours will
operate based on “minimum number of attending
guests” which is in general 16. Should there be less
number of bookings for the program you have booked,
you will be informed about the cancellation by the end
of November so that you will have time to re-book
your tour. For tours reaching the minimum number by
November 26, bookings will continue to be taken until
the maximum number is reached.
• Cancellation: Should you need to cancel your tour
program, you may reassign another person (except
the flight ticket). Any cancellation or amendment must
be made in writing to Universal Travel to the attention
of Ms. Esin Ozgur at universal@universaltravel-tr.
com. For cancellations up to January 31st , the paid
tour fee will be refunded after deducting 25% for an
administration fee. After February 1, 2013, no refund
will be made.
• Coaches will depart on time and will not wait for late
arrivals as there will be other guests waiting. There
will be no refund if you do not participate on a tour
previously booked.
• There will be a hospitality desk available at Çirağan
Palace Kempinski and a person in charge of the tours
and activities.
Post-Meeting Tours
Highlights of Turkey April 28-May 1 (3 nights)
€525per person (double room) # €
€680 (single room) # €
Cappadocia Program April 28-May 1 (3 nights)
€825 per person (double room) # €
€1167 (single room) # €
Guletting - Bodrum April 28-May 5 (7 nights)
€3890 per person (double room) # €
€6840 (single room) # €
Guletting - Bodrum April 28-May 2 (4 nights)
€2580 per person (double room) # €
€4468 (single room) # €
Payment Method:
MasterCard VISA AMEX
(3.5% will be added to Amex payments)
Credit Card Number
Expiration Date
Signature
Amount Enclosed $
(Total All Fees)

HOTEL RESERVATION FORM
The Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons – April 24-28, 2013
To make your reservation at
ÇIRAĞAN PALACE KEMPINSKI
Reserve online via the link on the ABJS website (www.abjs.org)
Or use this reservation form to E-mail reservationoffice.ciraganpalace@kempinski.com
Fax: +90 212 259 6687 • Telephone: +90 212 326 4646
Name _________________________________________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________________
City _______________________ State ______ Country ________ Postal Code _____________
Phone _________________________________ Fax ____________________________________
E-mail _________________________________________________________________________
Arrival Day & Date ___________________ Departure Day & Date ________________________
Estimated time of arrival Check-in time is 2:00 PM; Check-out time is 12:00 PM.
# of Adults: # of Children:
Room Rate: €340 Park View Room €420 Superior Bosphorus View Room
Rates are subject to 8% VAT. Extra beds are €60 + 8% VAT per person. Children under 12 years
of age may share the same room with parents at no additional charge. Extensions prior to or past
the event dates at the group rate are subject to availability.
METHOD OF PAYMENT: American Express Discover MasterCard Visa
Card Number ___________________________________________________________________
Expiration Date __________________________________________________________________
Full Name on Credit Card __________________________________________________________
Signature of Card Holder __________________________________________________________
ROOM RESERVATIONS: Accommodations will be reserved by individual attendees. If you are
not making reservations online, please be sure to reference the ABJS Annual Meeting in order to take
advantage of the group rates, and be sure that you receive a confirmation number.
**Please note that a “duration of stay” deposit must be guaranteed with a major credit card. This is a
deposit for your entire stay, not just one night. Reservations may be canceled up to 168 hours (7 days)
prior to arrival, in which case your deposit will be fully refunded. Your deposit will not be refunded after
that time.
RESERVATION CUTOFF: Rooms will be held at the group rate for the dates of April 24-28, 2013
until Friday, February 22, 2013. After this date, reservations will be accepted on a space and rate
available basis. Please make your reservation early!
Special Requests _________________________________________________________________
Çirağan Palace Kempinski, Çirağan Caddesi 32, 34349 Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey
Tel +90 212 326 4646 • Fax +90 212 259 6687
Email Address: reservationoffice.ciraganpalace@kempinski.com
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THE ASSOCIATION OF
BONE AND JOINT SURGEONS
Disseminating Orthopaedic Knowledge
6300 N. River Road, Suite 605
Rosemont, IL 60018-4237
Tulip painting courtesy of Ebru Yilmaz
Photographs courtesy of Feza Korkusuz, Ebru Yilmaz, Colette Hohimer and Çirağan Palace Kempinski