Dedicated to a multi-disciplinary approach for addressing the current and sometime controversial issues for the team physician including the political, ethical, and financial aspects of setting the stage to further relationships between teams and team physicians. This symposium will provide first-hand insight into areas beyond the traditional role of the team physician. The objectives of this unique program are to understand and avoid pitfalls facing Team Physicians, develop better methods to build relationships with teams, comprehend the issues surrounding team physicians such as ethics and identify key medical issues that impact the role of the team physician.

The submission of abstracts is an invitation for a poster presentation. This conference
offers an opportunity to share your work and experiences with colleagues on the
development of successful, creative or new approaches to issues in Sports Medicine.

Who Should Submit?
The interdisciplinary team of health professionals who work with teams, athletes and
their families including but not limited to:
Physicians, Physician Assistants, Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapists, Team Administrators, Nurse Practitioners

POSTERS SHOULD FOCUS ON ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:

1. Communication (internal to a team, external to physicians, management
   or other team personnel)
2. Current Trends
3. Clinical Challenges
4. Clinical Tips and Tricks
5. Administrative Tips and Tricks
6. Decision-Making
7. Data/outcomes

ELECTRONIC ABSTRACT GUIDELINES:
Download Application Form HERE

1. Abstract applications must be received electronically, no later than December 15, 2007. If you cannot submit electronically, please contact Paula Neal at 813-974-7542 to make appropriate arrangements. Please visit the web site www.cme.hsc.usf.edu/ to download application form.
2. Only the primary author will be listed in the syllabus; additional authors may be listed in the heading of the abstract.
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 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

For More Information
Paula Neal
12901 Bruce B. Downs Boulevard, MDC 46,
Tampa, FL 33612-4742
Telephone: (813) 974-7542
Fax (813) 974-3217
E-Mail: pneal@health.usf.edu

Physicians, Physician Assistants, Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapists, Team Administrators, Chiropractors and Nurse Practitioners

• Delineate and categorize pitfalls facingteam physicians
• Develop better methods to build relationships with teams
• Recognize the issues surrounding team
• physicians such as ethics, liability and contractual negotiations
• Distinguish key medical issues that impact the role of the team physician
• Create a better methodology to document areas of concern and best practices

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 for a maximum of 15.5 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 15.5 contact hours.

Athletic Trainers: The University of South Florida College of Medicine is recognized by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education for certified athletic trainers. This program has been approved for a maximum of 15.5 hours of Category A continuing education. Certified Athletic Trainers are responsible for claiming only those hours actually spent participating in the continuing education activity. BOC Approved Provider Number: P3518

Physical Therapists: The University of South Florida College of Medicine is an approved provider of Continuing Education for Physical Therapists pursuant to the
Board of Physical Therapy chapter 64b17-9. The University of South Florida College of Medicine designates this educational activity for up to 18.6 contact hours.

Physician Assistants: The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

DEBATE
Goforth and Morris vs Nofsinger and Shaffer
MODERATOR
ROBERT PEDOWITZ, MD, PHD

Session III - Moderator
Micki Cuppett, EDD, ATC

Session IV - Moderator
Robert Pedowitz, MD, PhD

Breakout session for new team physicians
Moderator
Pradeep R Vanguri, PhD, ATC

Moderator
Todd Torriscelli, ATC

Modetator
Gianluca Del Rossi, PhD, ATC

08:00 - 08:30 am

Larry Lemak, MD
Director, The Smart Institute
Associate Vice President for Entrepreneurial Medicine
Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
Team Physician
Auburn University
Lemak Sports Medicine
Institute
Birmingham, AL

David L. Black, PhD, D-ABFT
President, Aegis Sciences Corporation
Nashville, TN

Charles Nofsinger, MD
Assistant Professor
Department of Orthopaedics and
Sports Medicine
Team Physician, USF Athletics
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL

Intercontinental Tampa
(formerly Wyndham Westshore)
4860 West Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, FL 33609
Phone: 813-286-4400
website

After a $20 million renovation, the InterContinental Tampa will be the newest luxury hotel in the bustling, upscale Westshore business & shopping district. Centrally located in the heart of Tampa, the hotel is 3 miles from Tampa Airport and 5 miles from downtown and the Convention Center. The InterContinental Tampa is conveniently located to area attractions including Raymond James Stadium, Legends Field, The St Petersburg Times Forum and the beautiful Gulf Coast Beaches. World class shopping and dining are all within walking distance of the hotel.

A special group rate of $189.00 for single/double room plus the current tax rate are offered for our meeting dates. The room block cut off date is Friday, December 21, 2007. Call the InterContinental Tampa directly at 813-286-4400 for reservations. Please mention that you will be attending the USF Sports Medicine Conference
for the special rate.

Transportation
Tampa International Airport: Distance 3 miles South East to Hotel; Complimentary Airport Shuttle; Taxi Charge (one way) $10.00 – time 10-20 minutes; Exit airport following signs for Rt3 60 East which is Kennedy Boulevard. Hotel is on the right side at the corner of Kennedy and Westshore Boulevards.

Driving Directions
North: I-275 over the Howard Frankland Bridge.
Exit 39A (Rte 60E/Kennedy Blvd).
Proceed east for 1 mile to Kennedy Blvd.
Hotel is on the right.

Please notify the CPD Office, 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.

Events, activities and facilities of the University of South Florida are available without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, or Vietnam veteran status as provided by law and in accordance with the University's respect for personal dignity.