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Sexual Medicine Society of North America, Inc.
2010 Fall Scientific Meeting
November 11 – 14, 2010
Loews Miami Beach Hotel
Miami Beach, Florida
President’s Message
As President of the Sexual Medicine Society of North America for
2010 – 2011, it gives me great pleasure to announce the 16th Annual
Fall Scientific Meeting which will be held at the Loews Miami Beach
Hotel, November 11 – 14, 2010. The scientific
program chairs, Gregory Broderick, MD and
Rafael Carrion, MD have put together an excellent
program, the highlights of which I wish
to present to you in this brief introductory letter.
Our local arrangements chair, Lawrence
Hakim, MD, FACS, promises that a little fun
can still be mixed with business in Miami:
Welcome Reception Thursday, Taste of Miami
Friday and All That Jazz Awards Banquet
Saturday.
The meeting will open with a luncheon
on Thursday, November 11: Tradition and
Change in the SMSNA. All active members are welcome. We will start
with a brief history of the SMS, followed by a review of committees,
review of available service opportunities and conclude with an open microphone
forum. This will be a unique opportunity for newer members
to express their interests serving and directing the SMS. Thursday’s
scientific sessions (I & II) feature three plenary lectures followed by
podium presentations in Basic Science. Alexander Parker, PhD, will
speak on Clinical Registries in Sexual Medicine: Lessons Learned from
Outcome Research in GU Oncology. Arthur Burnett, MD, will address
Basic Science Methodologies in Sexual Medicine. Shalender Bhasin,
MD, will address Cardiovascular Adverse Events and Testosterone
Therapy. SMS is pleased to host a concurrent program on Thursday
afternoon, designed specifically for non-physician providers, Practical
Management of Male Sexual Dysfunction for the NPP. The SMS recognizes
and wants to optimize the role played by non-physician providers
in sexual medicine. Our faculty John Mulhall, MD, Allen Seftel, MD,
FACS, Hossein Sadeghi-Nejad, MD, and Rafael Carrion, MD, have
worked closely with skilled nurse practioners and physician assistants
to create SMS’s first collaborative program.
Friday, November 12, will start with an industry-sponsored breakfast
symposium. The Journal of Sexual Medicine has hosted a debate for
several years. This year the JSM is pleased to sponsor three distinguished
authors and surgeons who will address the History of Surgery
in Men’s Sexual Health: Irwin Goldstein, MD, John Mulhall, MD and
Hernan Carrion, MD. Session IV addresses phosphodiesterase type 5
inhibitor therapies with two plenary lectures. Wayne Hellstrom, MD, will
discuss Counterfeit PDE5 inhibitors, and Edgardo Becher, MD, PhD,
President Elect of the International Society of Sexual Medicine, will review
Worldwide Availability of Approved PDE5 Inhibitors. Dr. Becher is
an international leader and will assume presidency of the ISSM during
the September meeting in Seoul, Korea. Session V features Ridwan
Shabsigh, MD and Laurence Levine, MD, who will lecture on: Criteria
for Defining Late Onset Hypogonadism and Androgen Therapeutic Options.
Session VI entitled Expanding Boundaries features Ajay Nehra,
MD, our immediate past-president who will deliver a preliminary report
from the Princeton Guidelines III conference; Mohit Khera, MD will discuss
the Obesity, Infertility and Altered Semen Parameters; Luca Incrocci,
MD, PhD, will discuss sex and cancersurvivorship. Dr. Incrocci
will co-chair a joint symposium sponsored by SMS and ISSM in June
2011: Cancer Survivorship and Sexual Health Symposium. Sessions
VII and VIII are moderated poster sessions. The SMS and Society for
Urologic Prosthetic Surgeons business meeting will follow. Friday night
is SMSNA theme night sponsored in part by Slate Pharmaceuticals. The Taste of Miami will feature celebrity chefs: Andra Randazzo, Allen
Susser and Jonathan Eismann.
I am very pleased that two highly distinguished surgeons Peter Scardino,
MD and Vipul Patel, MD, have accepted our invitations (Session
IX) and will address the membership on prostatectomy: Radical Retropubic
Prostatectomy and Robotic Prostatectomy – Lessions Learned
and Outcomes Seen. These state of the art lectures will be followed
by a challenge to one of our own John P. Mulhall, MD. Dr. Mulhall
will address: ED Treatment or Erectile Function Rehab: Which is Best
Practice? Session X is devoted to female sexual health and features a
mixture of surgery, psychology and the art of communication. Michael
Goodman, MD, will review Female Genital Plastic Surgery; Raymond
Rosen, PhD, will address The Association Between Women’s Sexual
Satisfaction and Body Image; Sharon Parish, MD, will share through
videos The Art and Science of the Sexual Health Interview. Session XI
will feature two senior members of SMS and SUPS who will examine
Surgical Site Infection Prevention in Penile Prosthetics, Culley Carson,
III, MD and Craig Donatucci, MD.
On Sunday the Society for Urologic Prosthetic Surgeons will sponsor
its annual Resident’s Surgical Symposium; selected residents have
been nominated and peer reviewed for participation and travel stipends.
The general sessions will continue with Session XIV: Contemporary
Surgical Technques. This year video sessions on TransScorotal and InfraPubic
Penile Implant Techniques and The Male Sling will be followed
by expert discussants and members comments. Session XV will feature
Laurence Levine, MD and Dean Knoll, MD who will update us on
Best Techniques in Peyronie’s Surgery. The final session entitled Men’s
Sexual Health Potpourri, features Alan Shindel, MD, Rany Shamoul,
MD, Stanley Althof, PhD and Hossein Sadeghi-Nejad, MD. They will
address: Medical Management of Peyronie’s Disease, Aphrodisiacs,
Premature Ejaculation and Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Sexual
Function.
SMS meetings always offer a chance to meet old friends, and to
engage in controversial discussions. I look forward to greeting each
member of the SMSNA, our invited speakers, and our resident trainees.
I warmly welcome non-physician providers with an interest in
sexual medicine and surgery. I hope everyone will consider bringing a
colleague who has not previously attended the SMS, so that they too
can appreciate the value of this society and our commitment to sexual
medicine, research and education.
Meeting Registration is FREE for Urology
and Family Practice Residents/Fellows!
A limited number of travel stipends are being offered.
Interested attendees should have a letter of recommendation
from an SMSNA member emailed to info@smsna.org. |
Thank you,
Ronald W. Lewis, MD, FACS
Witherington Distinguished Chair in Urology
Medical College of Georgia
President, Sexual Medicine Society of North America
GENERAL MEETING INFORMATION
Meeting Format
The Annual Fall Scientific meeting of the Sexual Medicine Society and Society for Urologic Prosthetic Surgeons will be academically co-chaired by Gregory A. Broderick, MD and Rafael Carrion, MD. The social program in Miami Beach will be hosted by Lawrence Hakim, MD. Like our host city, we anticipate the meeting will be exciting, cosmopolitan and sexy. The program will vibrate with the energy of new ideas in sexual medicine, surgery and research. Plenary topics will include: Radical Prostatectomy State of the Art Retropubic and Robotic Approaches delivered by Vipul Patel, MD and Peter Scardino, MD; Evidence Based Sexual Medicine; Female Genital Plastic Surgery; Natural Aphrodisiacs in the post-PDE5 Era; Premature Ejaculation New Guidelines, Real Therapy; Statins in Men Being Treated for ED; Prosthetics From Skin Preparation to Hardware: Surgical Site Infection Prevention; Counterfeit PDE5 Inhibitors: An International Patient Safety Concern; Testosterone: the Fountain of Youth?
As always the meeting will feature peer-reviewed abstracts from all areas of science, medicine and surgery in sexual health. In addition, this year we are calling for abstracts which compliment several themes to be explored in plenary lectures:
- Optimizing post-prostatectomy sexual function and urinary outcomes.
- Sexual satisfaction outcomes in females: surgery and pharmacotherapy – are we there yet?
- Androgens optimizing or compromising vascular health ?
We will continue those elements of the program which have remained highly rated: Journal of Sexual Medicine Breakfast Debates, followed by Resident Surgical Symposium and Cadaver Laboratory. Urology Residency Program Directors will be contacted by nationwide email. We have added two new features. On Thursday, the opening session will begin with a luncheon hosted by the Board of Directors – Tradition and Change in the SMSNA: What should the SMS be doing in Research, Public Education, Resident Education and for Membership Expansion. Also on Thursday, we have designed a special symposium for nurse practitioners and physicians assistants: Practical Management of Male Sexual Dysfunction for the NPP. Send your ARNP’s and PA’s; travel stipends will be awarded to early registrants.
Exhibit Hall Hours
Thursday, November 11, 2010: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, November 12, 2010: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 13, 2010: 8:30 a.m.– 10:30 a.m.
EVENING FUNCTIONS
*One ticket to each event is included in member/non-member registration. Only purchase tickets if you are bringing an additional guest.
Welcome Reception
Date: Thursday, November 11, 2010
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Exhibit Hall
Attire: Business Casual
Welcome to the SMSNA 2010 Annual Meeting! Catch up with friends and colleagues, and meet with exhibitors following the first day of the scientific program.
Taste of Miami
Date: Friday, November 12, 2010
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Attire: Business casual
Cost: One ticket is included in Member and Non-Member registration fees; additional tickets are $65.00 USD
Enjoy the Miami flavor as three of Miami’s celebrity chefs cook up their signature dishes! The Taste of Miami will feature Top Chef DC contestant Chef Andrea Randazzo, Chef Allen Susser and Chef Jonathan Eismann! Andrea Randazzo
has been named one of America’s best new chefs in Food & Wine Magazine, while Jonathan Eismann has been featured on the Food Network and owns Pacific Time Restaurant. Chef Allen Susser has received several awards and owns Chef Allen’s. The Loews Miami Beach Hotel’s new Executive Chef also will showcase his signature dish. To add to the Latin flavor, entertainment will include The Healers band, salsa dancers and cigar rollers who will provide a demonstration. Don’t miss this exclusive event!
Sponsored in part by Slate Pharmaceuticals
"All That Jazz" Annual Award Banquet
Date: Saturday, November 13, 2010
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Location: Americana Salon 4
Attire: Business
Cost: One ticket is included in Member and Non-Member registration fees; additional tickets are $65.00 USD
Enjoy the sweet sounds of jazz as you step into the SMS Night Club and are taken back to a time when it was all about the music. The jazz ensemble will provide entertainment on this evening of awards and fabulous cuisine.
RETURNING THIS YEAR
8th Annual Urology Residents Surgical Symposium Information
The Society of Urological Prosthetic Surgeons (SUPS) and the Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA) are pleased to announce the Eighth Annual Surgical Symposium being held during the SMSNA’s annual meeting in Miami Beach on November 14, 2010. Through unrestricted educational grants to our societies, we are sponsoring the surgical symposium free of charge to a select number of North American urology residents.
The surgical symposium is part of the SMSNA’s annual meeting and is sponsored through educational grants from American Medical Systems and Coloplast Corporation. The symposium will be proctored by leading urologists skilled in the surgical management of erectile dysfunction, penile reconstruction necessitated by Peyronie’s Disease and male stress incontinence. Each participant selected will receive expenses to cover coach airfare and two nights’ hotel accommodations.
The surgical symposium will include grand master lectures and hands-on cadaveric training. Participating residents will be offered a complimentary SMSNA meeting registration and a banquet ticket for SMSNA’s Annual Banquet Friday night where they will be recognized as a participant of the surgical program.
CHILDCARE SERVICES
Loews knows that children – and parents – need special treatment during family vacations. All our kid-friendly hotels offer a variety of unique programs and services, including lending libraries of games, special children's menus which include healthy options, tours, Fisher-Price welcome gifts, Kidbanas by the pool, supervised recreational programs, kids- camp and much more.
Pottery Barn Kids SoBe Kids Camp
In March 2010, Pottery Barn’s PBkids redesigned our entire camp. From new furniture, wall coverings, carpeting, games and more. With all the Miami Beach things to do, Pottery Barn Kids SoBe Kids Camp is the place to be, located in the lobby of the St. Moritz Spa Tower, for children 4 – 12 years old. PBkids SoBe Kids Camp offers full and half-day programs every day and evening programs on Friday and Saturday nights, all packed with high-energy activities like Arts & Crafts, Shell Finding, Sand Castle Contests, Beach Sports, Water Balloon Madness, Wii competitions, our very own SoBe Scavenger Hunt and more.
Loews Loves Teens, too
At Loews Miami Beach Hotel, teens are just as important. Here, a combination of entertaining, fun and educational South Beach activities will appeal to your hard-to-please teen – from music download cards and on-call entertainment to our Teen Edu-cation learning vacation packages.
PBteen Cabana
Calling all teenagers. Join us at our new teen hotspot, the PBteen Cabana, located on the north side of the hotel. Created and decorated specifically for Loews Miami Beach Hotel by Pottery Barn, the PBteen Cabana is the perfect place for tweens/teens to meet, listen to music, play Nintendo Wii, lounge and enjoy some sun and fun.
SushiSKool
Spend Saturday afternoons at SushiSKool, the perfect activity for the entire family. Join our sushi chefs and learn the art of roll making and chopstick tricks, as well as the ins and outs of Sushi. Located in Sushi SoBe, SushiSKool is available every Saturday from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
EDUCATIONAL NEEDS & OBJECTIVES
Needs Assessment
The field of sexual medicine is experiencing rapid and profound developments
in all areas of male and female sexual dysfunctions. Great
strides have recently been achieved in basic and clinical sciences,
resulting in major advances in diagnosis, epidemiology, discovery,
treatment, and prevention leading to improved outcomes for millions of
affected individuals. The area of pharmacotherapy is undergoing revolutionary
progress with the development and approval of new, effective
and safe oral, topical and implantable drugs for erectile dysfunction,
premature ejaculation and hormonal insufficiency in men and women.
In addition, surgical therapy has experienced significant innovations
in prostheses and surgical techniques and surgical site infection prevention.
A broad diversity of healthcare providers is emerging with direct
care for patients with sexual dysfunctions. The existing needs of
physicians and non-physician providers can be met by exposure to
evidence-based sexual medicine practices. Surgical outcomes can be
optimized by proliferation of best practice techniques and office-based
complimentary care by non-physician providers. Optimal sexual health
care requires: (a) in-depth knowledge of the pathophysiology of male
and female sexual dysfunctions, (b) an appreciation of the relationship
in male patients to vascular health, (c) the understanding of the psychologic
impact on the patient and partner, (d) addressing the sexual
function needs unique to cancer survivors and (e) providing integrated
delivery of care by physician and non-physician provider teams. SMS
has explored through electronic and print based surveys the needs of
our target audience: urologists, psychologists, internists, primary care
physicians, basic scientists, nurse practioners, physician assistants
and trainees.
Educational Objectives
Upon completion of the activity, participants should be able to improve
patient outcomes by being able to:
- Assess a comprehensive overview of the epidemiology, risk
factors and psychosocial impact of male and female sexual
dysfunction.
- Use the basic evaluation and management strategies for
male and female sexual dysfunction in clinical practice.
- Describe indications, techniques and complications of prosthetic
surgery for male sexual dysfunction and combined procedures
for incontinence and ED.
- Interpret clinical trial data and investigative techniques in the
management of sexual dysfunction.
- Explain male hypogonadism and recognize clinical signs and
symptoms of male hypogonadism, including special populations.
- Report tests and lab measurements of total T, free T, bioavailable
T to affect clinical diagnosis and appropriate monitoring
after initiation of treatment.
- Employ counseling techniques for patients on the potential
beneficial as well as adverse effects of androgen supplementation.
- Recognize the relationships between cardiovascular health
and erectile function.
- Illustrate the use of PDE5 inhibitors in men with sexual dysfunction.
- Explain the role of PDE5 inhibitor daily dosing in the management
of erectile dysfunction.
- Identify the potential adverse events associated with counterfeit
PDE5 inhibitors.
- Recognize the role of diet and dietary supplements in erectile
function.
- Identify new developments and non-surgical technologies in
the management of Peyronie’s Disease.
- Employ best practices in the management of post-prostatectomy
erectile dysfunction.
- Assess the relationship between ED and coronary artery disease
and be familiar with risk stratification and cost effective
evaluation.
- Employ evidence based assessment and management of
Premature Ejaculation.
- Identify cardiovascular risks related to sexual function in the
elderly and appropriately triage safe therapeutics.
- Identify and evaluate sexually transmitted diseases.
- Employ counseling techniques for heterosexual and homosexual
patients with sexual dysfunctions.
- Employ contemporary behavioral strategies and pharmacotherapeutics
strategies for patients seeking smoking cessation,
weight loss and lipid management.
- Describe how to become a public health advocate for the
cancer survivor with sexual dysfunctions.
Overview
While the target audience is diverse, our program is aimed at fulfilling
the needs of urologists, primary care physicians, internists, cardiologists,
endocrinologists, gynecologists, psychiatrists, psychologists,
therapists, physician assistants, nurse practioners, residents, fellows,
medical students and researchers interested in sexual medicine. This
educational event will be publicized through direct mass mailing, the
internet and advertisements in major medical journals. This meeting
will present up-to-date information on erectile dysfunction, premature
ejaculation, Peyronie’s Disease, hypogonadism and female sexual
dysfunctions. The information will cover many of the related fields,
such as anatomy, physiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis,
discovery, research, treatment and prevention. The participants
are expected to acquire medical knowledge, surgical knowledge and
communication skills for the evaluation and management of patients
with the various sexual dysfunctions. This interactive meeting will include
state-of-the-art lectures, symposia, interactive videos, basic and
clinical science poster sessions and case-based management from
the audience.
Evaluation of Quality of Activity
The educational quality of the meeting will be assessed with real time
audience response pads in which each sessions and/or lecture/ interactive
session will be evaluated for content, clinical utility and relevance
to their practice. At the end of the program the tabulated results
will be presented to the audience and awards to those speakers and
sessions receiving the highest score will be recognized.
Accreditation
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and the Sexual Medicine Society of North America. The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 14.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
General Disclaimer
The statements and opinions contained in this program are solely
those of the individual authors and contributors and not of the Sexual
Medicine Society of North America, Inc. The appearance of the advertisements
is not a warranty, endorsement, or approval of the products
or services advertised or of their effectiveness, quality or safety. The
content of this publication may contain discussion of off-label uses of
some of the agents mentioned. Please consult the prescribing information
for full disclosure of approved uses. The Sexual Medicine Society
of North America, Inc. disclaims responsibility for any injury to persons
or property resulting from any ideas or products referred to in the abstracts
or advertisements.
ABOUT MIAMI BEACH, FL
The destination for the 16 th Annual Sexual Medicine Society of North America Fall Meeting is one of the most vibrant cities in the world. Miami Beach is a preeminent beach resort, trend-setting, artistic hub, entertainment capital and a natural and cultural wonder. Miami Beach has become a burgeoning city like no other. The city’s rich history and New Age style gives visitors a dazzling array of activities to enjoy all beside the radiant blue waters of the Atlantic.
Shopping
Shopping in Miami ranges from promenades where shoppers can enjoy the warm weather to small specialty boutiques, galleries and artisan shops. Bayside Marketplace in downtown Miami offers a noteworthy mix of retail shops and local artisan stalls. For a grander shopping experience, head to the Lincoln Road shopping district in South Beach, nicknamed the “Fifth Avenue of the South.”
Dining/Nightlife
As a commercial, cultural capital of the Americas, Miami’s culinary scene is a melting pot of exotic new restaurants and upscale extravagance, seasoned with some Latin and Caribbean flavor. Miami utilizes its beachside location to offer up the freshest, area-grown ingredients, boasting specialties from Floribbean seafood fare and New World cuisine to down-home Florida favorites. Please note that many restaurants in Miami automatically include gratuity on the bill.
Weather
Miami Beach enjoys beautiful weather with an average daily high temperature of 80˚F and low temperature of 66˚F, with a mean of 74˚F in November.
Outdoor Recreation
Beaches in the Miami area have been consistently recognized as top picks for recreation, and have been ranked among the best beaches in the US. Activities like deep-sea fishing, luxurious dinner cruises and sailboat charters are among some of the best ways to enjoy seeing Miami’s endless ocean beaches. Visitors can behold Miami’s natural wonders and tropical surroundings during the many air, ground and water tours available.
Arts & Culture
Miami, essentially considered an international city, offers multiple cultures for the visitor to experience. In Little Havana or Little Haiti, guests will find the heart and soul of Miami. In addition, Miami has recently become known as the gem of the art world, with attractions like the Miami Art Museum, the Coconut Grove Playhouse and the Miami Symphony Orchestra.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
The Executive Office of the Sexual Medicine Society of North America, Inc. manages registration for the SMSNA Annual Fall Scientific Meeting. Please call the SMSNA office at (847) 517-7225 if you have any questions.
Registration Fee Includes:
- Scientific Sessions
- Continental Breakfasts and Coffee Breaks
- Box Lunches
- Entrance to Technical Exhibits
- Welcome Reception Ticket
- Annual Banquet Ticket
- Taste of Miami Theme Night Ticket
Spouse/Guest Registration Fee Includes:
- Continental Breakfasts and Coffee Breaks
- Entrance to Technical Exhibits
- Welcome Reception Ticket
- Annual Banquet Ticket
- Taste of Miami Theme Night Ticket
HOTEL INFORMATION
The Loews Miami Beach Hotel
1601 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Phone: (305) 604-1601
Fax: (305) 604-3999
Website: www.loewshotels.com
Room Rate: $229.00 plus taxes
Hotel Deadline: October 14, 2010
Reservation Line: (305) 604-1601 or toll free (877) 563-9762
Room Rate
SMSNA has negotiated a rate of $229.00 plus any applicable taxes. The current tax rate is 13%. This room rate is for single or double occupancy in a standard room at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel. Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Attendees may be checked in earlier depending on occupancy levels and availability of rooms. C heck-out time is 11:00 a.m.
The SMSNA discounted rate is based on availability and must be booked by October 14, 2010. The block may sell out prior to the cutoff date; therefore attendees are strongly encouraged to make reservations early.
If the SMSNA Block is sold out or you make reservations after October 14, 2010, you will be charged the hotel’s standard rate.
Hotel Deadline
The deadline to receive the SMSNA group rate is October 14, 2010. SMSNA encourages you to make your reservation early, as the hotel and discount block may sellout before this date. After this date, reservations will be accepted on a space-available basis and higher rates may apply.
Reservations
Please call the hotel reservations department to make your reservation at (305) 604-1601 . You must mention that you’re with the SMSNA to receive the group rate.
Hotel Deposit & Cancellation Policy
All reservations require a deposit of one night's room and tax. The cancellation of a guaranteed reservation must be received 72 hours prior to arrival in order to avoid a cancellation charge equal to one night’s room and tax.
TRAVEL & TRANSPORTATION
Airport Information
Miami International Airport is conveniently located within close proximity of Miami's major expressways. Ongoing roadway construction in the areas surrounding Miami International Airport may increase your expected travel time to or from the airport. Allow for this in your travel plans. MIA is located approximately 11 miles from the Loews Miami Beach Hotel.
Rental Car Information
Avis Rent-A-Car is the official rental car company for the SMSNA 2010 Annual Fall Meeting. You are not required to use them, but we encourage you to take advantage of their special offer. You must return the car at the same renting location or additional surcharges may apply. All the rates include unlimited free mileage. Rates do not include state or local surcharges, tax, optional coverage or gas refueling charges. Weekend daily rates are available from 12:00 p.m. Thursday through 11:59 p.m. Monday. When making reservations, dial (800) 331-1600 and mention code “J901055”. You can also make reservations online at www.avis.com and enter the code into the Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) Number or Rate Code section.
Ground Transportation
To book a ride through SuperShuttle, call (305) 871-2000. You may also contact a Guest Service Representative wearing a gold shirt or a blue jacket that says “SuperShuttle” and they will assist you with your transportation needs. For assistance in obtaining ground transportation and parking information, contact the Miami-Dade County Aviation Department personnel. You will find them dressed in blue uniforms throughout the arrival and departure level curbside areas.
Parking
Day Valet Parking: $25.00 per day maximum
Overnight Valet Parking: $34.00 per day maximum
Self Parking: Self-parking is available in the City of Miami Beach Municipal Garage located directly across the street, currently at the following rates:
- First two hours: $1.00 per hour
- Up to 3 hours: $6.00
- Up to 6 hours: $10.00
- Up to 24 hours: $16.00
Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
- 9:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m. flat rate of $10.00
ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Early Registration Deadline
October 14, 2010 is the deadline for receipt of the 2010 SMSNA Meeting Pre-Registration Form. All registration forms received at the SMSNA office after October 14, 2010 will be considered late and will be charged a $50.00 late fee. All on-site meeting registrations will also be assessed at the late fee.
Pre-Registrants
SMSNA pre-registrants will receive a complete registration packet on-site at the registration/information desk located off the hotel lobby. The packet will include badges, social tickets and general meeting information.
Registration Cancellation & Refund Policy
Registration refund requests must be submitted in writing to the SMSNA Executive Office by October 25, 2010. All refund requests will be subject to a $75 processing fee. No refunds will be made after October 25, 2010.
Special Needs
For accommodations on the basis of disability or special dietary needs, please call (847) 517-7225.
Questions
Please feel free to contact the SMSNA Executive Office by:
Phone: (847) 517-7225
Fax: (847) 517-7229
Email: info@smsna.org
Website: www.smsna.org
Thank you to our 2010 Industry Partners
SMSNA Platinum Partners
SMSNA Diamond Partners
SMSNA Emerald Partners
Ruby Partners
Topaz Partners
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Vascular Technology, Inc.
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Special Thanks to SMSNA/SUPS Lab Contributors
Thank you to our 2010 Exhibitors
Abbott Laboratories
American Medical Systems
Association of Peyronie's Disease Advocates
Auxilium Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Bryce Rx Laboratories, Inc.
Coloplast
Cook Medical
Endo Pharmaceuticals
Franck's Compounding Lab
Itamar Medical
Pfizer, Inc.
Shionogi Pharma
Slate Pharmaceuticals,Inc.
Stamen Medical Systems
Timm Medical Technologies
TTMed Urology/Thomson Reuters
Vascular Technologies Inc.
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