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Advances in perinatal, fetal, and neonatal medicine have resulted in reduced infant mortality. Consequently there has been a shift in focus towards understanding and managing neuro-development, and in particular, neuroprotection.

Brain monitoring and neuroprotection are rapidly growing fields in neonatology. Strong scientific foundations in the lab are now finding clinical application, most notably in continuous EEG monitoring and protective hypothermia.

Plenary sessions will address the interface between research and clinical practice in management of infants at high risk for brain injury. Workshops will give clinicians of all experience levels in-depth exposure to these new technologies. Abstract presentations provide participants with an insight into current research activities in these fields.

This conference will provide a comprehensive educational offering for users where they can learn pertinent clinical information, application and emerging research. Researchers can benefit from this opportunity to discuss potential collaboration and new initiatives.

Revised deadline for submission: September 30th

The fields of neonatal brain monitoring and neuroprotection are still young, and brain injury remains a serious threat to the health of a newborn. This conference will offer opportunities to share the latest science and best practices for these topics. Abstracts should focus on methods of continuous or repetitive neurological monitoring, brain care management in newborns, and related subjects.

Who Should Submit?
Neonatologists, Neurophysiologists, Pediatric Neurologists, NICU Nurses, Neonatal Nurse Practitioners

ELECTRONIC ABSTRACT GUIDELINES:
Download Application Form HERE

1. Abstract(s) application(s) must be received electronically, no later than July 31, 2007. (If you are unable to submit electronically, please contact Bobbi Rose at 813-974-6158.) The application may be found on the conference web site, www.cme.hsc.usf.edu/brain. Please download the application, type in your information, and name the file with your last name. Email both the application and abstract to Bobbi Rose at brose@health.usf.edu
2. Only the primary author will be listed in the syllabus; additional authors may be listed in the heading of the abstract.
   Note: You must select which type of presentation the abstract is being considered for: Oral Presentation and Poster Session,
   Oral Presentation Only, or Poster Session Only.
3. The abstract should conform to the following guidelines:
   a. Title
   b. Author Name(s) – provide first name, middle initial (optional), last name, and degree(s) for each author.
   c. The abstract should include:
     • Statement of the problem
     • Statement of program, activities or methods
     • Summary of results or effects
     • Implications
     • Institution / agency where research or project was performed
     • Bibliographic references, if appropriate

Abstracts Accepted for Oral Presentation or Poster Session

1. The abstract will be reprinted in the conference syllabus.
2. The designated author who will represent the abstract must register for the conference, and is eligible for the early registration fee. The conference is unable to cover any related costs of attendance.

For More Information
Bobbi Rose, Conference Coordinator,
University of South Florida, The Chiles Center,
3111 E. Fletcher Ave., Tampa, FL 33613-4660
Phone: 813-974-6158; Fax: 813-974-8889
Email: brose@health.usf.edu

This CME activity is suitable for neonatologists, neurophysiologists, pediatric neurologists, NICU nurses, neonatal nurse practitioners, and any other clinician interested in learning about the cutting-edge field of neonatal brain monitoring.

Exhibit / Commercial Support Opportunities

Upon completion of this CME activity, participants should be able to:

• Explain the electrophysiologic basis for continuous EEG monitoring of the newborn;
• Analyze advantages and shortcomings of continuous single-lead EEG monitoring;
• Differentiate the pros and cons of continuous EEG monitoring with the pros and cons of conventional EEG;
• Recognize and appraise indications for continuous EEG monitoring in high-risk premature and term newborns;
• Analyze other techniques for monitoring neonatal brain function which are available, or in the process of clinical development;
• Determine how caregiving practices impact brain function;
• Apply concepts and new applications in their own NICU;
• Contrast the relative benefits and disadvantages of providing therapeutic hypothermia using head or total body cooling;
• Identify the potential risks and benefits of therapeutic hypothermia in preterm infants;
• Implement important supportive measures for infants receiving therapeutic hypothermia;
• Examine key aspects of neuroprotection during cardiac surgery in infants; and
• Illustrate the use of aEEG in infants being treated with therapeutic hypothermia.

Attendees should claim only those credits that they actually spent in the educational activity.

Physicians: The University of South Florida College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of South Florida College of Medicine designates this educational activity (including pre-conference workshops) for a maximum of 19 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) ™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses: The University of South Florida College of Nursing is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This activity is for up to 19 contact hours.

Pre-conference details available below, in the January 16th Agenda.

9:00 – 17:30

• A: Establishing a Brain-Cooling Program (3.0 CME)
  (John Barks, MD)
  Dr. Barks will discuss practical considerations in establishing a neonatal hypothermia program, including determining whether to start a program, personnel, choice of method(s), equipment and supplies, training, parent and referring hospital communication, systemic complications, neuro-developmental follow-up and future directions.
  
• B: Praktische Grundlagen des aEEG an der NICU (3.0 CME)CANCELLED
• C. aEEG For Prospective Users (1.5 CME)
  (Robert White, MD)
  This workshop is intended for those individuals who are trying to decide if aEEG should be added to their NICU technology.  Attendees will have a chance to learn about the basics of aEEG application, how to interpret aEEG studies, and the potential uses of aEEG monitoring.

• D. aEEG for New Users (3.0 CME)
  (Andrew Whitelaw, MD)
  Andrew Whitelaw will discuss clinical indications, interpretation, decision making / prognosis, reporting, documentation, and quality control.  May include demonstrations on how to apply skin or needle electrodes.
• E. aEEG for Experienced Users (3.0 CME)
  (Mona Toet, MD & Lena Hellstrom-Westas, MD)
  A series of unusual but important tracings will be presented in the first segment; in the second segment, participants are invited to submit interesting or challenging tracings of their own for discussion. (Hard copy of the tracings with relevant clinical history must be submitted by January 1 so that sufficient copies can be made for all participants. Submit hard copies to Bobbi Rose. Email her at brose@health.usf.edu for more information.)
• F. aEEG for Bedside Caregivers (3.0 CME)
  CANCELLED

7:30 – 16:30

7:30 – 8:30

• A:
• B:
• C:
• D:

• A1: Die Rolle der Pflege in der Anwendung des aEEG an der NICU (Monika Olischar, MD & Katrin Klebermass, MD)
• A2: Sleep Monitoring (Stanley Graven, MD)
• A3: Seizure Recognition at the Bedside (Jan Paisley, MD)
• A4: Bioinformatics as Applied to Brain Monitoring (Mike Graven, MD)

• B1:Differences in Capabilities of aEEG Machines (Mona Toet, MD)
• B2: Understanding the Basics of EEG (Robert Clancy, MD & Eilon Shany, MD)
• B3: Challenging Family Issues (Joy Browne, PhD, RN & Jan Paisley, MD)
• B4: Clinical Use of NIRS and Its Relation to aEEG (Frank van Bel, MD)

• C1: The Pros and Cons of Treating Subclinical Electrographic Seizures in the Neonate (Robert Clancy, MD)
• C2: Sleep Monitoring (Stanley Graven, MD)
• C3: Pitfalls in aEEG Diagnosis (Linda de Vries, MD)
• C4: The Relationship Of Ventilation Strategies in Preterm Lambs to Glial and Neuronal Apoptosis (Kurt Albertine, PhD)

Robert White, MD
Medical Director
Regional Newborn Program
Memorial Hospital of South Bend
South Bend, Indiana

Joy Browne, PhD, RN
Associate Professor
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Department of Pediatrics
Denver, Colorado

Monika Olischar, MD
Neonatologist
Vienna, Austria

Jan Paisley, MD
Medical Director,NICU
Poudre Valley Hospital
Ft. Collins, Colorado

The University of South Florida College of Medicine adheres to the ACCME Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of the USF College of Medicine that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved, and also that speakers will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made in the course syllabus.

Conference Registration Fee Includes (per participant):

Workshop Fee:  Attendance at the workshop, USA Continuing Education Credit if applicable, Refreshment breaks, Lunch, Poster Walk, Exhibit Hall Reception, any handouts applicable to the workshop

Main Conference: Attendance at the conference, USA Continuing Education Credit if applicable, Refreshment Breaks, Lunch, Poster Walk, Exhibit Hall Reception, and Syllabus* (* The format of the syllabus has not yet been determined. It may be paper, CD, or down-loadable from the web site.)

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation notification must be in writing (FAX or email are acceptable) and received by Friday, December 16, 2007. A cancellation fee equal to 25% will be assessed. Written cancellations received between December 16th and December 31st will be charged the cancellation fee plus the per-person food service & materials cost.  Cancellations after December 31st will not receive a refund.  No shows will be billed. Substitutes are welcome without penalty. Please allow up to 3 weeks after the conference for any refunds.

The Office of Continuing Professional Development at University of South Florida reserves the right to cancel this activity due to unforeseen circumstances, in which case a full refund will be given to participants. The University of South Florida will not be responsible for any travel expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the activity is cancelled.

Intercontinental Wien
Johannesgasse 28, A-1037
Wien Austria
Tel: 0043-1-71122 ext. 62
Fax: 0043-1-713 44 89
Email: Vienna@ichotelsgroup.com
www.intercontinental.com/vienna

The hotel InterContinental Wien is one of the finest 5-star deluxe hotels in Vienna. The 453 guest rooms including three Club InterContinental floors and 60 suites boast every comfort of a deluxe hotel. International atmosphere and Viennese tradition together with personalized service present the perfect harmony for a pleasant stay. All public areas of this fine business hotel in Vienna are equipped with WiFi hot-spots .
The InterContinental Wien is ideally situated in the centre of Vienna and close to many attractions such as St. Stephan's, Vienna State Opera, Hofburg Palace or Stadtpark with its Johann Strauss monument. (The hotel is across the street from Stadtpark, and Stadtpark subway.)

A limited number of rooms have been reserved for this meeting at a special rate of 159 € for single room and 169 € for a double room.

Group rates are in effect for up to 3 days pre and post event. The deadline for receiving group rate is December 13, 2007. A credit card number or deposit will be required to guarantee a reservation. Check in time is 4:00 pm and check-out time is 12:00 noon.

Reservations can be made by:

• Individual call-in (mention “USF Brain Monitoring”) +43(0)1 711 22 62
• Submitting hotel registration form via fax: +43(0)1 711 22 344
• Logging on to www.ichotelsgroup.com

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From airport to hotel:

There are multiple ways to get from the airport to the hotel. The hotel is approximately 11 ½ miles from the airport. 
The hotel reservation form offers a taxi ride, at 37 Euros.  There are less expensive options as well.  Go to www.viator.com/search/vienna%20airport%20transfer

Scroll down to determine which method is right for you.

The train costs approximately 9 Euro and takes 15 minutes.  Train station destination is Wien Westbahnhof.  From Westbahnhof,  take either a taxi to the hotel (approx. 15 Euros), or get on the subway to Stadtpark, which is directly across the street from the hotel.  Suggestion: Learn the train system later, without luggage.

Please notify the office of Health Professions Conferencing Corp., 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., MDC Box 60, Tampa, Florida, 33612 or call (813) 974-4296 a minimum of ten working days in advance of the event if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed.

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