 Course Faculty, Topics and Schedule
USCAP Statement Regarding Conflict of Interest
Course Learning Objectives
This course is designed to provide updated, pragmatic, problem-solving information for practicing anatomic pathologists. It will focus on the resolution of diagnostic pitfalls in an array of difficult areas of surgical pathology. The course is intended to provide a pleasant, informal atmosphere for learning as well as opportunities for one-on-one interaction with the outstanding faculty. Time will be allowed for questions and answers. Continental breakfast is provided for registrants and there is a reception for registrants and accompanying persons.
Participants will enjoy the history and elegance of down-town Boston, one of the oldest cities in the United States and considered to be the capital of New England. Guests of the Marriott Long Wharf provides breathtaking views of the Boston Harbor, and attendees will enjoy the easy access to the historic Long Wharf and downtown Boston, as well as being within a block from Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Quincy Market, and minutes from the Boston Common and Museum of Science. |
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CERTIFICATES OF CME/SAM CREDIT OR PARTICIPATION
Accreditation Statement
The United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA Credit Designation Statement
The USCAP designates this live activity for a maximum of 16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
International Physicians
The American Medical Association has determined that physicians not licensed in the US who participate in this CME activity are eligible for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Health Professionals
Health Professional participants may claim hours to receive a Certificate of Participation for an activity designated for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
CME Credits
An online evaluation must be completed prior to claiming CME credit for this activity. The evaluation form and CME claim forms can be accessed through the USCAP website after completion of the activity.
Self-Assessment Module Credits
The USCAP is also accredited by the American Board of Pathology to offer Self-Assessment Modules (SAMs) for the purpose of meeting the American Board of Pathology requirements for Maintenance of Certification. Registrants must take and pass the post-test with a minimum performance level of 80% correct in order to claim SAM credits.
Course Fee
| | Practicing Pathologist | Trainee |
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| Member | Non-Member | Member | Non-Member |
| December 6 - February 18 | $ 700 | $ 800 | $ 550 | $ 675 |
| February 19-April 27 | $ 750 | $ 850 | $ 575 | $ 700 |
| April 28 through On-site | $ 850 | $ 950 | $ 600 | $ 725 |
Cancellation Policy
Refunds of fees, less $50 administrative fee, will be made until April 16, 2012. Refunds after that date will be subject to a 50% penalty, but registrants will receive course materials.
Hotel Information
Boston Marriott Long Wharf Hotel
296 State Street
Boston, MA 02109
Phone: 617-227-0800
Rates: Single/Double $254.00
Available 3 days pre/post meeting dates
Taxes: 14.45%
Check in: 3:00 pm Check out: 11:00 am
Room Block to be released April 26, 2012
Reservations:: 1-800-228-9290 (identify yourself with the USCAP group) or online at
www.marriott.com
Travel Information
Logan International Airport is the closest airport to the hotel.
Delta Airlines
Delta Airlines is offering discounted airfares for attendees traveling to our meeting. For assistance with reservations contact Delta Airlines Meeting Services Desk at 1-800-328-1111. Be sure to use our File Number: NG4SM
American Airlines
American Airlines is also offering discounted airfares for attendees traveling to our meeting. For assistance with reservations visit
www.aa.com/group or contact American Airlines Meeting Services Desk at 1-800-433-1790. Be sure to use our Authorization Number: 9552AY
IMPORTANT: For online ticket purchases, please include our Authorization Number in the Tour Code box of all tickets issued for this group.
Avis Car Rental
Avis is offering discounted car rentals for attendees during our meeting. The Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) Number is D005275. To book your reservation online,
please visit https://www.avis.com/AvisWeb/reservation/
or call toll free to 1-800-331-1600 and use the above discount number.
The group discount is 25% and is available from 7 days before until 7 days after the event dates with
unlimited free mileage.
With great discounts and the highest levels of service, there's never been a better reason to rent with Avis!
Airport Transfers
Cab Fare
Cab fare to/from Logan International airport/Marriott Long Wharf Hotel is approximately $23.00 one way.
Airport Shuttle Service
Shuttlefare is offering $4 off transportation to and from the Boston Logan Airport to the Marriott Long Wharf Hotel for USCAP meeting attendees.
To book an airport shuttle, click on this reservation link, or call 1-877-300-4826. Reservations must be made online to use the coupon code.
On the Shuttlefare site, select your preferred transport option and click "continue booking".
Choose the type of service you want, "pick up from airport" and "roundtrip", click "schedule pickup".
Click "reserve now" and enter the discount code Code - 2L4A9 on the checkout page.
Once you complete your reservation an email confirmation will be sent to you and this will be your travel voucher for your airport transportation. It will also include instructions on where to meet your shuttle when you arrive at the airport.
If you need to make changes AFTER your reservation is complete please contact customer service at:
1-877-300-4826, email:customerservice@shuttlefare.com, Monday - Friday 8am -5pm EST.
Visit the Shuttlefare site to book a shuttle at over 80 US airports.
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