AUA Annual Review Course

Maximum of 26.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Register on or before March 15, 2011 for early-bird discounted pricing!

The Roosevelt New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana

Advanced registration for the Annual Review Course is now closed. You may register for this course on site.

ANNUAL REVIEW COURSE ATTENDEES: To complete your evaluation and claim your credit, click here.

Course Co-Directors:
Daniel A. Shoskes, MD
Robert G. Uzzo, MD, FACS

Target Audience
Residents preparing for Part I of the ABU Qualifying Examination, and practicing urologists taking the Re-certification Examination.

Course Description/Purpose/Need
In preparation for Part I of the American Board of Urology (ABU) Qualifying Examination, and for the Re-certification Examination, residents and practicing urologists need to have basic urologic knowledge to prepare them for the ABU examinations. To fulfill this need, the American Urological Association (AUA) developed this course to disseminate current urologic knowledge.

Learning Objectives
After completion of this course, you should be able to:

• review basic, generally-accepted urological practices for superior patient care
• discuss core knowledge of urology necessary for Part I of the American Board of Urology (ABU) qualifying examination and for the recertification examination

Co-Directors and Faculty
Daniel A. Shoskes MD
Professor of Surgery
Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute
Cleveland Clinic

Robert G. Uzzo, MD, FACS
Professor, Urologic Oncology
Chairman, Department of Surgery
Fox Chase Cancer Center

Daniel A. Shoskes, MD, and Robert G. Uzzo, MD, FACS collaborated in the design of this year's comprehensive course and invited 25 leaders in urology to serve on this prestigious faculty. Each faculty member presents an overview of areas identified as important in preparation for the American Board of Urology (ABU) Qualifying and Re-certification Examinations.

The speakers have no direct knowledge of the actual questions, but are familiar with the required subject matter to be tested. Speakers highlight important points and provide direction in study. The presentations at the meeting are overviews only.

In-depth Meeting Syllabus:
The meeting syllabus is a comprehensive study guide, providing in-depth review of every urologic subject and will be distributed free to all attending the course. After the course, a limited supply of the four-volume syllabus with a CD-ROM of the content of the four volumes will be available for $175.

Advanced registration for the Annual Review Course is now closed. You may register for this course on site.

Early Bird Registration Fees–On or before March 15, 2011
AUA Member Resident (MDs/DOs) – $200
AUA Non-Member Resident (MDs/DOs) – $500
AUA Physician Member – $475
Allied Health Professional Members – $475
Allied Health Professional Non-Member – $500
Non-Member Other – $800

Standard Registration Fees–On or after March 16, 2011
AUA Member Resident (MDs/DOs) – $475
AUA Non-Member Resident (MDs/DOs) – $600
AUA Physician Member – $570
Allied Health Professional Members – $570
Allied Health Professional Non-Member – $600
Non-Member Other – $960

Cancellation Policy
Cancellation must be in writing and received no later than noon, June 24, 2011 via mail or fax to 410-689-3912 and is subject to a 50% cancellation fee. All "no shows" will be charged the cost of registration. Registration fees will not be refunded after noon EST on June 24, 2011.

Course Location/Hotel
The Roosevelt New Orleans
123 Baronne Street
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: 504-648-1200
Fax: 504-585-1295
www.therooseveltneworleans.com
Click here to make your reservation.

The Roosevelt stands in the same place it has for more than 100 years, at the heart of all the history, cuisine, entertainment, and culture that made New Orleans famous. With its magnificent brass doors, golden columns, and crystal chandeliers, this landmark combines elegant guest rooms, historic dining and entertainment venues, and spacious meeting rooms for a truly legendary experience in this vibrant city.

To hold a reservation, a major credit card number must be provided.
$129 single/double occupancy (Reference the AUA Annual Review Course to receive the special group rate). Once the AUA group block is full, which may be prior to the cut-off date, the AUA is unable to guarantee rooms at this rate or at this hotel. Click here to make your reservation.

Cut-off Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2011. Guest rooms may not be available at the AUA special rate after this date.

Check In: 3 p.m.
Check Out: Noon
Parking: Valet parking is available at the hotel for $38 overnight and $15 for the day, plus tax.

Transportation: Cab fare from Louis Armstrong International Airport is a flat fee of $33. The hotel is located approximately 15 miles/20 minutes from the airport. Travel time dependent on time of day and traffic conditions. The hotel also offers a shuttle for airport transfers and this service is $25 per person per transfer. The shuttle is to be reserved through the Concierge Desk and they may be reached at 504-335-3117.

Car Rental: Avis is offering special discounted rates to all meeting attendees. Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-331-1600; reference the AUA Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number J907607 or visit www.avis.com. Be sure to enter the AWD number J907607 and "Best" in the rate code to receive the available discount.

Notes:
Book early! Rooms may not be available as the meeting dates approach.

Conference rooms can be cold, please bring a sweater or jacket to the conference.

Please come prepared to carry and take home with you 15 to 20 additional pounds of course materials.

Questions? Call 800-908-9414 or e-mail registration@AUAnet.org.

CME Information

Accreditation
The American Urological Association (AUA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The AUA takes responsibility for the content, quality and scientific integrity of this CME activity.

Credit Designation
The AUA designates this educational activity for a maximum of 26.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AUA Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUA must ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its sponsored activities.

All faculty participating in an educational activity sponsored/provided by the AUA are required to disclose to the AUA any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The AUA must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments.

Audio, Video, Photographic Equipment
Meeting registrants are advised that audio, video and other photographic or recording equipment are prohibited inside AUA meeting rooms.

Special Assistance/Dietary Needs
The American Urological Association (AUA), an organization accredited for continuing medical education (CME), complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act §12112(a). If any participant is in need of special assistance or has any dietary restrictions, a written request should be submitted at least one month in advance. For additional assistance with your request please call 410-689-4002.

ABU Disclaimer
These courses are sponsored by the AUA and are not in any way associated with or endorsed by the American Board of Urology (ABU). The ABU advises candidates that participation in these courses or any other organization's courses has no bearing upon their standing or acceptance.