General Information for the 2010 Annual Assembly

ADA Statement

AAPM&R conferences are ADA compliant. We strive to take the appropriate steps required to ensure that no individual with a disability is excluded, denied services, segregated, or otherwise treated differently. Individuals requiring special assistance should contact AAPM&R. All requests for special accommodations under ADA must be made allowing enough time for evaluation and appropriate action by AAPM&R.

Attire

Semi-casual business wear is recommended for the Annual Assembly. We suggest you dress comfortably and have a jacket or sweater available in case you find the meeting rooms too cold.

Children and Infant Policy

For the safety of all attendees, infants and children are prohibited from attending any educational session. Any child (12 years or older) must be accompanied by an attendee if visiting the Exhibit Hall. Under no circumstances are meeting attendees or their children allowed on the Exhibit Hall floor during the hours of set up or tear down. Children may attend the Welcome Reception (Thursday, November 4) and the President’s Reception (Saturday, November 6) if they are registered for the meeting. Registration for children over 5 is $20 per child.

Course Handouts

All meeting registrants will receive a CD-ROM of course handouts onsite with the meeting materials. AAPM&R requires that all faculty provide copies of their PowerPoint® presentations and a course handout. By providing the CD-ROM to attendees at the meeting, faculty has additional time to include their course handouts.

Before the meeting, a link to the handouts will be e-mailed to all registered attendees so that registrants can access/print the course handouts prior to the start of the conference.

General Disclaimer

By virtue of participation, meeting registrants grant to the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, its representatives and employees the right to take photographs of them in connection with the 2010 AAPM&R Annual Assembly. It is agreed that the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation may use such photographs of them with or without their name and for any lawful purpose, including for example such purposes as publicity, illustration, advertising, and Web content.

Guest/Accompanying Person Program

The guest/accompanying person registration features admittance to the Welcome Reception, President’s Reception, and Exhibit Hall. The cost per person is $70 before September 9 or $85 afterward.

Internet Access

Complimentary wireless Internet is available in each Academy hotel in the lobby; nominal fees to access the Internet may apply in the guest rooms. E-Mail Access Stations will be positioned throughout the convention center for those who are not bringing a computer to the meeting.

Letter of Invitation to Obtain Visa

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Lunch Vouchers

AAPM&R offers a networking program to help reduce attendee lunch expenses. Participating exhibitors will distribute a limited amount of $1 food vouchers that can be applied toward lunch or a refreshment during scheduled luncheon breaks on Friday, November 5, and/or Saturday, November 6.

AAPM&R will also provide $5 in vouchers to each attendee at registration that can be used to offset the price of lunch on either day. Food and beverage options may be purchased at cash and carry stations throughout the Exhibit Hall on Friday and Saturday.

Medical Equipment Requests

Attendees and guests who require special medical equipment during the Annual Assembly are encouraged to order such equipment in advance. Scootaround is the preferred vendor of AAPM&R for Academy events. Scooter and wheelchair rentals are available by contacting Scootaround Inc. at their toll-free hotline:
(888) 441-7575. You can also submit a rental inquiry online at: http://www.scootaround.com/rentals/a/aapmr/

Meeting Location

The Educational Program for the AAPM&R Annual Assembly and Technical Exhibition takes place at the Washington State Convention & Trade Center. The Academy’s headquarters hotel (the Sheraton Seattle) is adjacent to the convention center; the Grand Hyatt Seattle is just steps down Pine Street.

Post-Conference Audio DVD

Most of the educational program will be recorded and available for purchase as a multi-media CD-ROM set. The CD-ROM set will include the live audio recordings and the course handouts. Order your copy today with your registration to receive the EARLY discounted price of $159.

Registration Information

You can now register online for the Annual Assembly, mail & fax registration will start June 2010.

The Annual Assembly registration fee includes admission to all sessions (except limited attendance workshops), refreshment breaks, admission to the Exhibit Hall, vouchers to a lunch on Friday or Saturday, Job Fair attendance, admittance to the Welcome and President’s Receptions, course handouts on CD-ROM, and CME processing.

Registration Deadlines

Thursday, September 16, 2010
Deadline for discounted registration fees

Friday, October 8, 2010
All registrations received via mail and fax must be postmarked by this date.

Time Zone

Seattle is Pacific Standard Time (PST).

Weather

The Emerald City is nicknamed for the lush evergreen forest in the area. Seattle's moderate climate, combined with a contrasting geography of water and mountains, encourage a wealth of year-round outdoor activities. In November, the average high is 51 degrees Fahrenheit. Complete up-to-date information is available at www.weather.com. Search by zip code, using 98101 for Seattle.

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