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STFM 36th Annual Conference 2003
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Conference Accommodations:
Hilton Atlanta
255 Courtland Street, NE
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: 404-659-2000 Guest Fax: 404-221-6368
Conference rates:
$155 single $175 double (plus tax)
Room Reservations:
Please make your reservations directly with the Hilton Atlanta by calling 404-659-2000. Be sure to request the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine group rate when making your reservations. The reservations deadline for the conference is August 20. Note, if conference attendance exceeds expectations, rooms in the conference block may be sold out prior to this date. Therefore, please make your reservations as soon as possible to ensure your preferred accommodations. After August 20, rooms will be on a space- and rate-available basis. Final reminder, please request a confirmation number when making your reservations, and in the unlikely event that you have to cancel your reservations, please ask for a “cancellation confirmation.”
For a list of persons interested in sharing a room, call Priscilla Noland at 800-274-2237, ext. 5410, or email: assndfm@stfm.org.
Airfare Discount:
STFM has negotiated special discounted fares with Passport Travel for this conference. To take advantage of these fares, please call the group department at 800-417-2902. Office hours are 9 am–5 pm (central time) Monday through Friday.
Rental Car Discount:
Renting a car should be fun! So Alamo puts you ahead with deals and services. As the official car rental provider for the 2003 STFM Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Alamo is offering special discounted rates beginning at $34/day or $159/week to all delegates. These special rates are available one week before and after the meeting dates and include unlimited mileage. So, Choose Alamo and let your fun begin! For reservations, contact your travel agent or call Alamo at 800-732-3232 or experience Alamo's hot new site at alamo.com. Be sure to request group ID#443382 and rate code GR at time of reservation. Remember, 24-hour advance reservations are required. All reservations are guaranteed. Travel agent help desk available at 800-662-2725.
Child Care:
For scheduling information and fees, contact the Atlanta Hilton concierge at 404-659-2000. Rates vary based on the number and ages of children needing care, and advance reservations are required.
Shuttle Service/Ground Transportation:
Airport Shuttle Bus Service: Superior Shuttle Service operates daily from 6:10am-11:00pm every 30 minutes from Atlanta's Hartsfeld International Airport. The Hilton Atlanta is approximately 9 miles from the Airport. The shuttle picks up at all baggage claim areas. Fare is $14 one way or $ 28 round-trip. For more information call 770-932-9127.
Taxi Service: Located outside of all airport baggage claim areas. Approximate cost: $25 one way.
Committee, Task Force, and Group Meetings:
A schedule of all meetings will be included in the Conference Program, to be distributed at the annual meeting. The meetings are open to interested individuals who would like to get involved in specific issues.
Tours and Special Events:
Information about Atlanta area tours and attractions can be obtained at the hotel’s concierge desk. For additional information and advance reservations, please call the concierge at 404-659-2000. You can also contact the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau at 404.521.6600, or visit their Web site at www.atlanta.net.
Recreational Facilities:
The Hilton Atlanta offers an array of health and fitness options to its guests, including a complete fitness center and pool. Other recreational amenities include: tennis courts, basketball and jogging track. Hours: 6 am-10 pm daily.
Career Opportunity Exhibits and Advertising:
The 2003 Exhibit Hall will highlight educational resource and career opportunities. Exhibits will open with a reception on Sunday, September 21, and will remain in place through 1 pm on Tuesday, September 23.
Who should exhibit? For educational resource displays, we recommend:
* Universities, residencies, and companies offering seminars or continuing education
* Producers of other appropriate educational resources for family medicine education and training
* Textbook and medical journal publishers
* Computer and software firms
* Producers of audio and videotapes for medical training or patient education
For career opportunity exhibits:
* Universities and residency programs offering fellowships
* Family medicine departments and programs seeking new or additional faculty
* Government agencies with recruiting programs
* Physician recruitment services
* Programs offering faculty development opportunities
For an exhibitor application, please call Priscilla Noland at 800-274-2237, ext. 5410, or email your request to assndfm@stfm.org.
Positions and Opportunities Book:
STFM will publish its annual Positions and Opportunities Booklet for distribution with conference materials. This publication will be a valuable, organized reference to current career opportunities in family medicine education. (Participants are NOT allowed to place position announcement on bulletin boards at the conference. Any such announcements will be removed by conference staff)
Those programs and institutions wishing to place an ad or
needing more information, should contact Ann Locke at 800-237-7027 or 727-443-7666.
Fax: 727-445-9380. Email: familymedicine@medical-admart.com.
Mail to:
Family Medicine
Classified Department
PO Box 1510
Clearwater, FL 33757-1510
Overnight delivery:
1001 S. Myrtle Avenue
Suite 7
Clearwater, FL 33756-3930
Take advantage of our special rates listed below:
#1 BEST BUY…Positions and Opportunities Book, Family Medicine* and Annals of Family Medicine**
September issues, plus September STFM and Annals of Family Medicine Web sites.
$6.60 per word*** • Plus include your ad on the Web for only $195
Quarter-page display $1,145 print • Web $195 (up to 200 words)
Closing date: July 31, 2003
#2…Positions and Opportunities Booklet, Family Medicine September issue,
and September STFM Web site.
$5.20 per word*** • Plus include your ad on the Web for only $135
Quarter-page display $915 print • Web $135 (up to 200 words)
Closing date: July 31, 2003
#3…Positions and Opportunities Booklet and September STFM Web site.
$2.50 per word*** • Plus include your ad on the Web for only $135
Quarter-page display $420 print • Web $135 (up to 200 words)
Closing date: August 13, 2003
#4…Positions and Opportunities Book only.
$2.75 per word*** • Quarter-page display $435 print
Closing date: August 13, 2003
* Circulation 6,000
** Circulation 12,300
*** Minimum: 20 words
Electronic Classroom:
STFM is excited to offer these task-oriented, computer educational and experiential workshops for a third successful year! Workshops are specifically directed toward the understanding and acquisition of computer skills and methodologies. Workshops will be open to limited audiences beginning Sunday morning, and will offer hands-on training through Wednesday morning. Workshops have limited attendance and require an additional pre-registration fee. See on-line registration form for a full description of these workshops.
Computer Lab:
There are many powerful computer-based tools now available to support the work of family medicine faculty, yet many faculty remain unaware of the existence of these tools, or are uncomfortable with their use. The Computer Lab will provide formal and informal venues for the presentation, discussion, and demonstration of computer-based tools of value to faculty in family medicine. Participants will improve their knowledge and skills related to these tools via self-guided tutorials and interaction with knowledgeable peers and faculty. Lab Hours: 7 am-6 pm, Saturday – Tuesday.
Business Session:
The STFM Annual Business Meeting will be held on Monday, September 22. The Business Meeting offers members the opportunity to learn about key Society activities and address issues of concern to the STFM Board of Directors. STFM members not attending the conference can attend the Business Session without registering for the conference.
Election Procedures:
The nominees for STFM office will be announced and nominations from the floor accepted during the luncheon on Sunday, September 21. Candidate speeches will also be given during the luncheon. Ballots will be included with the registration packets of members qualified to vote. Ballots must be turned in at the registration desk by 5:30 pm on Sunday, September 21. A majority vote, taken from votes cast at the meeting and from absentee ballots, will determine the election. Results will be announced at the Business Meeting on Monday, September 22.
Registration Confirmation:
Registrants will receive confirmation of their STFM conference registration within two weeks after the registration form is received in the STFM office. If confirmation has not been received within this period, please contact STFM at assndfm@stfm.org.
Hospitality Function Space:
Anyone wishing to reserve hospitality function space should contact Ray Rosetta, CMP, Meetings and Programs Director, by August 1, 2003 at 800-274-2237, ext. 5412 or program@stfm.org.
CME Hours:
This program has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 32 prescribed credit hours and 12 elective credit hours by the American Academy of Family Physicians. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essentials and Standards of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of the AAFP and STFM. The AAFP is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to sponsor continuing education for physicians. Each physician should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.
Elective Credit Sessions: L3B; PC5; S58; RK1 Sessions Not Approved for Credit: W9; SS2; PF6; STFM Annual Poetry and Prose Reading; Group and Committee Meetings.
For other credit, STFM will assist individuals by providing information needed to the extent possible.
For More Information:
For more information on any of the above, please contact Marce Alnajar at STFM at 800-274-2237, ext. 5415, or via email at recept@stfm.org.