The AAEM Emergency Medicine Written Board Review Course

The AAEM Emergency Medicine Written Board Review Course August 21–24, 2012 Newark, New JerseyCourse Features• Up to 27.00 hours of intense review of EM board materials.• Fast, intense and thorough. Great review of EM even if you aren’t taking your boards.• Reasonably Priced - Includes lunch on Wednesday and Thursday.• Easier to reach location in Newark, NJ, with courtesy shuttle to Newark Airport,train to NYC (15 min.) and on the Amtrak Northeast Corridor Line.• Experienced Faculty - Board Eligible or Board Certified Emergency Medicine Practitioners.Continuing Medical EducationAccreditation StatementThe American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) is accredited by theAccreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medicaleducation for physicians.Designation StatementThe AAEM designates this live activity for a maximum of 27.00 AMA PRA Category 1Credits TM . Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of theirparticipation in the activity.Disclosure PolicyAll staff & faculty participating in continuing medical education programs sponsoredby AAEM are expected to disclose to the audience any real or apparent conflicts ofinterest to the content of their presentations. AAEM’s Education Committee and ACCMESubcommittee have established procedures to resolve conflicts of interest.The Following Planning Committee Members and Staff Have Disclosed NoRelevant Financial Relationships:Marcia BlackmanJames Colletti, MD FAAEMRichard Shih, MD FAAEMMichael Silverman, MD FAAEM FACPMichael Winters, MD FAAEMJanet WilsonThe Following Planning Committee Members and Staff Who Have DisclosedRelevant Financial RelationshipsKay WhalenExecutive Director Inc., Ownership InterestLearning ObjectivesUpon completion of this course, participants will be able to:1. Describe common hematologic & oncologic emergencies, environmental disorders,neurotrauma cases, musculoskeletal emergency presentations, renal & urogenitaldisorders, cutaneous disorders and pediatric disorders.2. Recognize visual images associated with common emergency medicinepresentations defined as critical or emergent in the 2009 Model of the ClinicalPractice of Emergency Medicine.3. Identify the clinical presentation and discuss systemic infectious diseases,abdominal and gastrointestinal disorders, traumatic disorders, cardiovascular boardtopics, dermatologic emergencies and toxicology board topics.4. Outline complications and management of endocrine/metabolic disorders,HEENT board topics, thoracic and respiratory disorders, obstetrics/gynecologyemergencies and electrocardiography board topics.5. Evaluate their progress throughout the course and apply the knowledge gained inthe course to better prepare them for the written ABEM or AOBEM certification orrecertification exam.Target AudienceThis course is designed for:1. Emergency medicine physicians certifying and recertifying with the American Boardof Emergency Medicine (ABEM) or the American Osteopathic Board of EmergencyMedicine (AOBEM).2. Emergency medicine physicians who want a rapid, thorough and overall review of EM.Methods of InstructionIn order to best meet the stated learning objectives, instruction will be provided in alecture format, encompassing the core information most applicable to the written exams.Visual aids and handout materials will also be provided.**Disclaimer: The material presented in this course is made available for educational purposes only.The material does not represent the only, nor necessarily the best, procedure or treatment for thesituations discussed.Course ScheduleTuesday, August 21, 1:00pm - 6:00pmWednesday, August 22, 8:00am - 6:00pmThursday, August 23, 8:00am - 6:30pmFriday, August 24, 8:00am - 12:30pmA total of up to 27.00 hours of instruction will be offered, covering the essential topics ofemergency medicine. Topics covered will include:Thoracic and RespiratoryPsychobehavioralTraumaPrehospital Emergency Medical ServicesSystemic Infectious DiseaseEndocrine/MetabolicToxicologyObstetrics and GynecologyAbdominal and GastrointestinalEKGHotel AccommodationsHilton Newark Penn StationGateway Center — Raymond Blvd,Newark, New Jersey, United States 07102-5107Tel: 1-973-622-5000 Fax: 1-973-622-2644Hematology/Oncology/ImmunologyNeurology and NeurotraumaEnvironmentalPediatricsCardiovascularHEENTGU/RenalCutaneousMusculoskeletalReservations should be made directly with the hotel by calling the number listed above.To ensure availability, please call by the August 6, 2012, deadline. To take advantage ofour preferred rates, mention that you are attending the AAEM program when making hotelreservations. Sleeping room rates are $119.00 single or double occupancy, plus tax.Cancellation PolicyRefund requests must be submitted in writing at least one month prior to the event.A $50 processing fee will be charged for all cancellations, plus the book fee if applicable.*All refunds will be processed after the meeting. No refunds will be granted if cancellationis received less than one month prior to the event. Special considerations will be givenfor health or family emergencies if requested in writing no later than 15 days after thelast day of the meeting.*If your course syllabus was mailed to you, an additional $45 book fee will be subtracted from yourrefund, or if your course syllabus and a copy of Emergency Medicine: A Focused Review of the CoreCurriculum were mailed to you, an additional $65 book fee will be subtracted from your refund.Course DirectorsJames Colletti, MD FAAEMAssistant Professor and Residency Director, Department of Emergency Medicine, MayoClinic College of MedicineRichard Shih, MD FAAEMAssociate Professor of Surgery, New Jersey Medical School, University of Medicine &Dentistry of New Jersey; Residency Director, Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown, NJ;Attending Physician, New Jersey Poison CenterMichael E. Silverman, MD FAAEM FACPAssistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Mount Sinai School of Medicine;Assistant Residency Director, Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown, NJMichael E. Winters, MD FAAEMAssociate Professor of Emergency Medicine and Medicine Program Director, Combined EM/IMProgram Co-Director, Combined EM/IM/CC Program, University of Maryland School of MedicineInvited FacultyDavid Adinaro, MDChief, Adult Emergency Medicine, St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center, Paterson, NJ; ClinicalAssistant Professor, UNECOM, Biddleford, MEMichael Epter, DO FAAEMAssociate Professor, Vice Chair of Education & Residency Director, University of NevadaChristopher Kiefer, MDAssistant Professor of Clinical Emergency Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine;Attending Physician, Indiana University Health North HospitalChristopher Lee, MD FAAEMAssistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine; Director, Center for InternationalEmergency Medicine, Stony Brook University Medical CenterNima Majlesi, DODirector of Medical Toxicology and Attending Physician, Department of Emergency Medicine;Attending Physician, Staten Island University HospitalKevin Rodgers, MD FAAEMClinical Professor of Emergency Medicine, Co-Program Director, EM Residency, IndianaUniversity School of MedicineKharmene Sunga, MDInstructor of Emergency Medicine andAssistant Residency Director, Mayo ClinicCollege of Medicine; Senior AssociateConsultant, Department of EmergencyMedicine, Mayo ClinicBrian Walsh, MD FAAEMEMS Fellowship Director and AttendingPhysician, Morristown Memorial Hospital,Morristown, NJCopyright© 2012 American Academy ofEmergency Medicine, Inc. (AAEM). All RightsReserved. Any reproduction or duplication isstrictly prohibited without prior permissionfrom AAEM.Recording (video or audio) or duplication of anymaterials or content is prohibited. Permissionfrom AAEM must be granted in writing prior tothe program or event.COMMENTS from formercourse participants:“A worthwhile trip.”“Excellent adherence tocore curriculum.”“Great combination of intenselearning and relaxation.”For more information,call (800) 884-2236 ore-mail info@aaem.orghttp://www.aaem.orgAAEM-0712-097Attention Emergency Physicians!AAEM WANTS YOUSpecial New Member Rate Going on Now!The American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) wouldlike to extend a special membership offer to ABEM, AOBEMor RCPSC board certified physicians to become part of theAcademy as a full voting member.6 month membership (July 1 to December 31, 2012)—$182.5018 month membership (July 1 to December 31, 2013)—$547.50This offer is available to new members only for a limited time!Let your colleagues know of this offer.Take advantage of this promotionalrate now! Please contact us atinfo@aaem.org or (800) 884-2236with any questions.www.aaem.org/joinaaemAAEM is the only true specialtysociety in emergency medicinetoday. As an organization,we believe achievementof board certificationrepresents the onlyacceptable method ofattaining recognitionas a specialist inemergency medicine.FAAEM always meansboard certified!

The AAEM Emergency MedicineWritten Board Review CourseREGISTRATION FORMWritten Board Review CourseAugust 21-24, 2012Newark, New JerseyOnline Registration Available May 15, 2012Advance Registrations Due by July 31, 2012Print name below as it should appear on name badge.The Next Generationof Board Review—AAEM Resident and Student Association’s:Emergency Medicine: A FocusedReview of the Core CurriculumPre-SortedStandard MailUS PostagePAIDMilwaukee, WIPermit No. 1310THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF EMERGENCY MEDICINEpresentsThe AAEM EmergencyMedicine Written BoardReview CourseFirst Name:____________________________________________________________________________Last Name:_ _____________________________________________ Degree (MD/DO):______________Send additional course information to my: Home Institution(address below)Institution:_____________________________________________________________________________Address:_______________________________________________________________________________City:__________________________________________________________________________________Editor-in-Chief: Joel Schofer, MD FAAEMSenior Associate Editor: Amal Mattu, MD FAAEMAssociate Editors: James Colletti, MD FAAEMElizabeth A. Gray, MDRobert Rogers, MD FAAEMRichard Shih, MD FAAEMPreparation for the Qualifying Exam and ConCert ExamState:_____________________________________ ZIP:_ _______________________________________Phone:_ ___________________________________ Fax:________________________________________E-mail:________________________________________________________________________________Special NeedsIf you require special arrangements in order to fully participate in the course, please contact AAEMstaff at 800-884-2236. Most requests can be accommodated if arranged in advance.Registration Fee (Includes course syllabus) AAEM Members – On or before July 31 st : $800 – After August 1 st : $900 Non-Members – On or before July 31 st : $995 – After August 1 st : $1,095Course Materials I would like to purchase Emergency Medicine: A Focused Review of the Core Curriculum at thediscounted rate (additional cost: $20).Shipping I would like to have the course syllabus shipped prior to the course (additional shipping fee: $16).OR I would like to have the course syllabus and a copy of Emergency Medicine: A Focused Review of theCore Curriculum shipped prior to the course (additional shipping fee: $19).*Materials will be shipped the week of August 5, 2012. No refunds will be provided for the coursesyllabus or Emergency Medicine: A Focused Review of the Core Curriculum if received prior to thecourse. Please see the Cancellation Policy for details.Cancellation PolicyRefund requests must be submitted in writing at least one month prior to the event. A $50processing fee will be charged for all cancellations, plus the book fee if applicable.* All refunds willbe processed after the meeting. No refunds will be granted if cancellation is received less than onemonth prior to the event. Special considerations will be given for health or family emergencies ifrequested in writing no later than 15 days after the last day of the meeting.*If your course syllabus was mailed to you, an additional $45 book fee will be subtracted from yourrefund, or if your course syllabus and a copy of Emergency Medicine: A Focused Review of the CoreCurriculum were mailed to you, an additional $65 book fee will be subtracted from your refund.Method of Payment Check, enclosed, made payable to AAEM VISA MasterCard DiscoverCard Number:_____________________________________________Expiration Date:_______________Cardholder’s Name:_____________________________________________________________________Cardholder’s Signature:__________________________________________________________________Return completed form with appropriate payment to:AAEM Written Board Review Course555 East Wells Street, Suite 1100Milwaukee, WI 53202-3823Fax: (414) 276-3349For more information, call(800) 884-2236 or e-mailinfo@aaem.orghttp://www.aaem.org$20 00A discounted pricefor AAEM WrittenBoard Review CourseRegistrants(plus shipping & handling)*Limited offer valid only throughAugust 5, 2012 for paid registrants“ A Focused Review of the Core Curriculum has found the perfect balanceof depth and brevity to match my test anxiety and short attention span.”“ This book is amazing; it’s really helping my in-service review.”This is a 22 chapter text based on the contents of the national AAEMWritten Board Review Course and written to prepare you for the:• Emergency medicine qualifying exam (formerly the “written boards”)• Emergency medicine annual resident in-service exam• ConCert Exam– 79 color images– 225 question practice in-service examination– 22 chapters written by experts in the fieldThis text also serves as a comprehensive review of emergency medicine for themotivated medical student.Complete the registration form to purchase your copy.American Academy of Emergency Medicine555 East Wells Street, Suite 1100Milwaukee, WI 53202-3823THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE PRESENTSThe AAEM Emergency Medicine Written Board Review Course(Preparation for the Qualifying Exam and ConCert Exam)August 21–24, 2012Newark, New JerseyHilton Newark Penn StationLocation includes courtesy shuttle to Newark Airport, Train to NYC(15 min.) and on the Amtrak Line Northeast Corridor.COMMENTS from formercourse participants:“Great way of incorporatingstories into lecture material.”“I really appreciate theformat…it’s perfect for busypracticing MDs.”“Nice job presenting a lot ofmaterial.”“Excellent, organized approachtips regarding specific testquestions.”