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The American Academy of Medical Acupuncture
16th Annual Symposium
Medical Acupuncture in the New Millennium: Integrating Science with Tradition
Sponsored by American Academy of Medical Acupuncture
April 1-4, 2004
Chicago Hilton Hotel and Towers
Chicago, Illinois
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The American Academy of Medical Acupuncture is pleased to present a symposium which meets the expressed need of physician acupuncturists to examine the mechanisms of acupuncture from several different perspectives and for more information on scientific studies and research findings regarding acupuncture. This meeting addresses topics suggested by practitioners and stress the different acupuncture approaches to dealing with every day practical clinical problems with an emphasis on the scientific evidence for those approaches. Physicians have expressed the desire for exposure to alternative approaches to common clinical challenges. The different disciplines of acupuncture to be reviewed include Neuro-Anatomic, Energetics, Five Element Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. We will look at the different ways of treating the same clinical problems using these different disciplines, thus giving physicians not only a choice for treatment but also the sophistication of combining two or more disciplines to strengthen the efficacy of their treatment.
The thrust of this conference is to offer a multi-tiered approach to the understanding and clinical significance of acupuncture in a physician's daily practice, and to expand the awareness and understanding of the scientific research ongoing to examine the effects of acupuncture and acupuncture efficacy. It is designed to provide physicians with information on different approaches to the treatment of common conditions seen in clinical practice so that they may tailor acupuncture treatments to the needs of their individual patients. The conference focuses on clinically relevant treatment approaches and techniques which the physician acupuncturist can put to immediate use.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Symposium is designed for instruction and training of physicians (MDs and DOs) interested in or already practicing acupuncture. Physicians with no experience and those with extensive background in medical acupuncture will find the program useful to their medical practices.
Physicians wishing to learn practical and effective ways to treat a variety of psychosomatic dysfunctions should attend the Pre-Symposium Workshop "Psychosomatic Dysfunctions Based on the 5 Phases in Chinese Medicine: A Phenomenological Approach". This session will examine these dysfunctions and the specific correlations between body and mind they reflect, utilizing the basic concepts of TCM and analogous phenomenon---presented with a modern psychosomatic and clinical interpretation.
Physicians with an interest in Korean hand acupuncture theory and techniques (including non invasive techniques) should attend the Pre-Symposium Workshop "Koryo Hand Therapy". This workshop will offer practical information on correspondence therapy----identifying and utilizing points on the hand anatomically corresponding to those on the body. The participants will learn how to identify the traditional channels and their points on the hand and how treatment approaches using KHT that can be an effective, efficient additional treatment option for any practitioner.
For those who wish to explore a unique model for the treatment of musculoskeletal problems should consider attending the Pre-Symposium Workshop "Contemporary Acupuncture for the Treatment of Common Musculoskeletal Problems: A Functional Integrated Model". Participants will learn to use a combination of functional neuro-anatomical knowledge and manual examination principles to perform physical functional assessment of common musculoskeletal problems and a practical method for the application of that assessment information into an integrated acupuncture treatment.
Physicians with over 200 hours of formal medical acupuncture training and more than three years experience may choose the workshops that best suit their interest.
Accreditation
The American Academy of Medical Acupuncture is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The American Academy of Medical Acupuncture designates the Symposium for up to 22 hours of CME in Category 1 of the Physician's Recognition Award of the American Medical Association. The Pre-Symposium Workshops have been designated for up to 7 1/2 hours of CME in Category 1 of the Physician's Recognition Award of the American Medical Association.
The 2004 Symposium is dedicated to bringing you clinical diagnostic and therapeutic information critical to your important task of improving patient care.
OBJECTIVES
PRE-SYMPOSIUM WORKSHOP I: "Neuro-Anatomical Acupuncture and Matsumoto's Strategies: A Theoretical-Practical Approach"
Physicians attending this workshop will:
Become familiar with neuroanatomic acupuncture and the Kiiko Matsumoto style of acupuncture with a systematic, palpatory method utilized for diagnosis and identification of treatment options. Through practical demonstrations by Kiiko Matsumoto and staff, they will be introduced to the rapidity with which this style can be put to use in everyday practice. Will understand the relationship of this style and the neuroanatomic approach. They will be introduced to the array of clinically useful acupuncture treatments that physician acupuncturists may utilize in their practice with this style of acupuncture.
PRE-SYMPOSIUM WORKSHOP II: "Practical Five Elements"
Physicians attending this workshop will:
This will be a very practical presentation of the Five Elements Technique in approaching common problems of everyday practice where physicians may build on their existing knowledge of the technique by learning practical applications. Become familiar with a variety of specific approaches to clinical situations, through case examples. Learn practice tips and advice on how to make best use of the Five Elements technique in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of conditions seen by most practitioners. Understand the value of utilizing the Five Elements approach to assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
PRE-SYMPOSIUM WORKSHOP III: "Integrating Acupuncture and Manual Medicine: An Intersection for Energetic and Somatic Pathways"
Physicians attending this workshop will:
In this "hands on" workshop, physicians will learn the similarities, differences and synergistic aspects of the acupuncture and manual medicine healing systems. Better understand when to utilize structural versus functional intervention with certain specific medical conditions. Be able to look upon acupuncture channels as anatomical structures that can be affected either by needling or by manual therapies.
PRE-SYMPOSIUM WORKSHOP IV: "Immunological Conditions: The Divergent Meridians and Western Correlates.
Physicians attending this workshop will:
Understand the divergent meridians and their clinical application in the treatment of auto-immune and immuno-deficient conditions. Will appreciate the implications of the divergent meridians and their similarities to lymphatic flow and function. Learn practical clinical methods and treatment strategies associated with theses meridians and how they can be integrated with other meridian systems to serve as a powerful tool in clinical practice.
GENERAL SESSIONS
Physicians attending the Symposium will be able to:
Understand how to integrate acupuncture into a contemporary medical practice. Understand the opportunities to utilize various approaches to the treatment of pain, headaches, musculoskeletal problems and common medical conditions. Learn the theoretical basis of and practical treatment techniques of acupuncture in the treatment of pain and common medical conditions. Learn how certain common medical conditions are evaluated and treated utilizing the Five Element acupuncture approach. Learn the findings of recent research on the effects and efficacy of acupuncture. Better understand the concepts of classical Chinese theories in the use of acupuncture in treatment approaches in a modern clinical setting. Learn how conditions commonly found in clinical practice can be treated using any one of several acupuncture approaches, or in combination, thus enhancing overall treatment results.
FACULTY
Joseph Audette, MD
Instructor, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
Course Director, Clinical Acupuncture for Physicians Course
Division of Education and Training
Harvard Medical School
Boston, MA
David J. Bilstrom, MD, FAAMA
Private Practice
Downers Grove, IL
Mitchell Elkiss, DO, FACN, FAAMA
Private Practice
Farmington Hills, MI
Richard Feely, DO, FAAMA
Adjunct Associate Professor
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Private Practice
Chicago, IL
Edward S. Garbacz, MD, FAAMA
Dean of Faculty
Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine, North Carolina
Private Practice
Atlanta, GA
Dominik Irnish, MD
Head of the Clinic for Interdisciplinary Pain Management
Department of Anesthesiology
Ludwig-Maximilians University
Munich, Germany
Helene Langeven, MD
Research Assistant Professor
Department of Neurology
University of Vermont College of Medicine
Burlington, VT
Lixing Lao, MD, PhD
Associate Professor of Family Medicine
Acupuncturist, Complementary Medicine Program
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Baltimore, MD
Yuan Chi Lin, MD, MPH, FAAMA
Director, Medical Acupuncture Service
Dept. of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine
Children's Hospital, Boston
Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology
Harvard Medical School
Boston, MA
May Loo, MD
Assistant Clinical Professor, Stanford University Hospitals
Director, Pediatric Complementary Alternative Program
Santa Clara County, Valley Medical Center
San Jose, CA
Kiiko Matsumoto International Staff
Private Practice
Natick, MA
Allen McDaniels, MD, FAAMA
Clinical Preceptor, HMI/UCLA
Medical Acupuncture for Physicians Program
Private Practice
San Pedro, CA
Noel Nowicki, MD, DABMA
Private Practice
East Orange, NJ
John Reed, MD
Vice President and Medical Director
American WholeHealth
Senior Consultant for Program Development
Integrative Medicine Fellowship program
Program in Complementary Medicines, University of Maryland
Private Practice
Arlington, VA
Glenn Rothfeld, MD
Whole Health New England
Private Practice
Arlington, MA
Jay Sandweiss, DO, FAAMA
Private Practice
Ann Arbor, MI
Jay Shah, MD
Director, Medical Rehabilitation Training Program
Rehabilitation Medicine Department, Clinical Center
National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, MD
Jeffrey Yuen
Dean of Academic Affairs and Faculty
Swedish Institute School of Acupuncture & Oriental Studies
President, International Tai Chi Institute
Chairman, Eastern United States Taoist Association
New York, NY
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
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"Medical Acupuncture Review Course"
The Academy will offer the Medical Acupuncture Review Course on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 30-31, prior to the start of the Symposium. The Review Course will meet from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm on Tuesday March 30 and from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm on Wednesday March 31. The ABMA Board Certification Examination will be offered on Sunday, April 4 from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Separate registration is required for the Review Course. Registration information has been forwarded to Academy Practice members. Others may contact the AAMA office for registration materials or go to Review Course Information/Registration
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Pre-Symposium Workshops
Thursday, April 1, 2004
Chair: Tapan K. Chaudhuri, MD, FAAMA
7:30 am-5:00 pm Registration
10:00-10:15 am Refreshment Break
noon-1:30 pm Lunch on Your Own
3:30-3:45 pm Refreshment Break
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Thursday - April 1, 2004
Pre-Symposium Workshops
Chair: Tapan K. Chaudhuri, MD, FAAMA
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TIME
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EVENT
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7:30am-5:00pm
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Registration
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7:30am-8:00am
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Continental Breakfast
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8:00am-5:30pm
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Workshop I - Neuro-Anatomical Acupuncture and Matsumoto's Strategies: A Theoretical-Practical Approach
Joseph Audette, MD & Kiiko Matsumoto International Staff
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8:00am-5:30pm
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Workshop II - Practical 5-Elements
Glenn S Rothfeld, MD
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8:00am-5:30pm
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Workshop III - Integrating Acupuncture and Manual Medicine: An Intersection for Energetic and Somatic Pathways"
Jay Sandweiss, DO, DABMA
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8:00am-5:30pm
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Workshop IV - Immunological Conditions: The Divergent Meridians and Western Correlates: Anatomy, Pathophysiology, Clinical Implications, Autoimmune Diseases
Dr. Jeffrey Yuen
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10:00am-10:15am
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Refreshment Break
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Noon-1:30pm
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Lunch on Your Own
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3:30pm-3:45pm
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Refreshment Break
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7:00pm-9:00pm
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Introduction to Medical Acupuncture - This session is offered for physicians with no prior training in medical acupuncture.
Joseph Audette, MD
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7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Physician Practice Management Workshop - Part I
This session is open to Practice Members (Fellow, Full and Associate) of the Academy ONLY.
"Basics of Documentation and Reimbursement for Acupuncture Practices
John Reed, MD and David Bilstrom, MD, FAAMA
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Friday - April 2, 2004
Chair: Roberto A Jodorkovsky, MD, FAAMA
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TIME
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EVENT
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7:00am-5:30pm
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Registration
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7:15am-7:45am
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Continental Breakfast
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7:45am-8:00am
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Opening Remarks - "Medical Acupuncture in the New Millennium: Integrating Science with Tradition"
Roberto A Jodorkovsky, MD, FAAMA, Symposium Chair
Nader Soliman, MD, FAAMA, President
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8:00am-9:15am
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The German Tri-Model Randomized Clinical Study: Methodological Challenges and Clinical Implications (9:00-9:15 Questions/Answers)
Professor Dominik Irnich
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9:15am-10:30am
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Medical Acupuncture in Stroke Rehabilitation
Noel C Nowicki, MD, DABMA
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10:30am-11:00am
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Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
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11:00am-Noon
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Practicing Medical Acupuncture and the Temptress of Western Medicine.
Allen McDaniels, MD, FAAMA
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Noon-1:00pm
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Group Luncheon
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1:00pm-3:00pm
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CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS
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1:00pm-3:00pm
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Workshop A - Introduction to Pediatric Acupuncture
May Loo, MD
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1:00pm-3:00pm
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Workshop B - Practical Neuro-Anatomical Acupuncture Upper Body
Joseph Audette, MD & Kiiko Matsumoto International Staff
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1:00pm-3:00pm
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Workshop C - Acupuncture, Applied Kinesiology and Visceral Manipulation
Jay Sandweiss, DO, DABMA
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1:00pm-3:00pm
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Workshop D - Body and Micro reflex System Acupuncture in Chronic Pain: An Integrative Approach
Professor Dominik Irnich
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3:00pm-3:30pm
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Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
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3:30pm-5:30pm
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CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS
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3:30pm-5:30pm
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Workshop A - Pediatric Pain Management: Less Pain, More Gain
Yuan-Chi Lin, MD, FAAMA
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3:30pm-5:30pm
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Workshop B - Practical Neuro-Anatomical Acupuncture Lower Body
Joseph Audette, MD & Kiiko Matsumoto International Staff
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3:30pm-5:30pm
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Workshop C - Acupuncture, Applied Kinesiology and Visceral Manipulation (continuation)
Jay Sandweiss, DO, DABMA
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3:30pm-5:30pm
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Workshop D - Body and Micro reflex System Acupuncture in Fibromyalgia:
An Integrative Approach
Professor Dominik Irnich
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6:00pm-7:30pm
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Wine and Cheese Reception, Poster Presentation and Awards
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7:00pm-9:00pm
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Physician Practice Management Workshop - Part II
This session is open to Practice Members (Fellow, Full and Associate) of the Academy ONLY.
"Building a Profitable Practice via Successful Relationships"
John Reed, MD and David Bilstrom, MD, FAAMA
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Saturday - April 3, 2004
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TIME
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EVENT
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7:15am-7:45am
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Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors
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8:00am-9:15am
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Acupuncture Points, Meridians and Connective Tissue Plaines: Toward an Integrative Acupuncture Mechanism
Helene Langevin, MD
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9:15am-10:30am
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The Emperor Without Clothes: A Critique of Formulaic TCM
Joseph Audette, MD
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10:30am-11:00am
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Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
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11:00am-12:30pm
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AAMA Annual Membership Meeting (Members Only)
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12:30pm-1:30pm
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Lunch on Your Own
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1:30pm-3:00pm
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CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS
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1:30pm-3:00pm
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Workshop A - Practical Scalp Acupuncture, Intermediate Level
Richard Alan Feely, DO, FAAO, FCA, FAAMA
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1:30pm-3:00pm
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Workshop B - Using Ultrasound to Visualize the Effect of Acupuncture on Connective Tissue in Vivo: A Practical Demonstration
Helene Langevin, MD
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1:30pm-3:00pm
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Workshop C - The Energetics and Treatment of the Female Reproductive System: Endometriosis-Irregular Cycles- Infertility-Dysmenorrhea
Edward S Garbacz, MD, FAAMA
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1:30pm-3:00pm
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Workshop D - French Energetics: Practical Applications
Mitchell Elkiss, DO, FACN, FAAMA
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3:00pm-3:30
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Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
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3:30pm-5:30pm
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CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS
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3:30pm-5:30pm
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Workshop A - Practical Scalp Acupuncture, Intermediate Level (continuation)
Richard Alan Feely, DO, FAAO, FCA, FAAMA
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3:30pm-5:30pm
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Workshop B - Integrating Connective Tissue Anatomy and Pathophysiology in to Acupuncture Practice (continuation)
Helene Langevin, MD
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3:30pm-5:30pm
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Workshop C - Acupuncture and the Female Patient: Endometriosis-Premenstrual Syndrome-
Infertility-Dysmenorrhea, The 5-Element Perspective
Glenn S Rothfeld, MD
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3:30pm-5:30pm
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Workshop D - French Energetics: Practical Applications (continuation)
Mitchell Elkiss, DO, FACN, FAAMA
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Sunday - April 4, 2004
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TIME
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EVENT
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7:15am-7:45am
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Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors
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7:45am-8:15am
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MARF Update
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8:15am-9:00am
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Research Update
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9:00am-10:00am
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Electrical Acupuncture: Basic Research and Clinical Implications
Lixing Lao, MD
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10:00am-10:30am
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Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
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10:30am-Noon
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Expert Panel (Clinical vignettes)
Panelists: TBA
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Noon-1:00pm
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Group Luncheon
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1:00pm-3:00pm
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CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS
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1:00pm-5:00pm
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Workshop A - Energetics and the Treatment of the Cardiovascular System: Stress symptoms, Hypertension, Angina and Arrhythmias
Edward S Garbacz, MD, FAAMA, Glenn S Rothfeld, MD
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1:00pm-5:00pm
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Workshop B - Scientific Papers Presentation
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1:00pm-5:00pm
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Workshop C - The Role of Spinal Segmental Sensitization in Chronic Myofascial Pain: Integrating Objective Physical Findings with Needling Strategies
Jay Shah, MD
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1:00pm-5:00pm
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Workshop D - Electrical Acupuncture: Clinical Applications
Lixing Lao, MD
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1:00pm-5:00pm
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Board Certification Examination
Offered by the American Board of Medical Acupuncture - Available only for those who have applied for Board Certification and have been found "Board Eligible". Separate reservation is required. Contact the ABMA office.
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5:00 pm
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SYMPOSIUM ADJOURNS
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General Information
Registration
Please download the announcement/registration brochure and complete the enclosed registration card or register online today. Please be sure to indicate your preference for the Pre-Symposium Workshop. Space for these sessions is limited and will be assigned strictly on a first come, first served basis. Registration confirmations will be sent within two weeks of receipt. Requests for refunds must be in writing and received at the Academy's office by March 24, 2004. There will be a $50 handling fee assessed for cancellations. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after March 30, 2004. Please use one registration form per applicant.
You may also register online at Sympoisum Registration Form
Tuition
Tuition includes refreshment breaks, lunch on Friday, Saturday and Sunday and the Friday afternoon Reception. All fees payable in U.S. Dollars.
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Pre-Symposium Workshops
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$195 each
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2004 Symposium Registration Fees
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Early Bird Registration
(Received by 3/8/04)
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Regular Registration
(Received by 3/22/04)
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Late Registration
(Received after 3/22/04)
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AAMA Fellow, Full and Associate Members
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$495
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$545
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$595
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AAMA Affiliate Members
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$575
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$625
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$675
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Non members
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$645
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$695
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Students and Residents
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$195
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$250
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Optional Saturday Reception/Dinner
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$80
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$90
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Hotel Reservations
The 2004 Symposium is being held at the Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60605. For reservations call 312/922-4400 or 800/774-1500 by February 27, 2004 for the AAMA group rate of $168 single or $189 double. After that date, rooms and rates will be subject to availability.
Located on Michigan Avenue overlooking Grant Park and Lake Michigan, The Hilton Chicago has achieved an unprecedented fusion of historic luxury and contemporary amenities. The Hilton Chicago is in the heart of Chicago's cultural core near existing museums, theaters and nightlife. It is a city within a city offering three restaurants, an athletic club and a state of the art business center. Built in 1927 as the world's largest hotel, The Hilton Chicago has undergone a $185 million dollar renovation in 1985 that restored it to its original grandeur. For more information on this hotel, log on to: www.hilton.com
There is shuttle service from all airports to the Hilton.
Exhibits
Each year time is set aside during the Symposium for attending physicians to meet with suppliers to the medical profession, particularly practicing physician acupuncturists.
Poster Presentations
The Academy provides a Poster Presentation opportunity for members to present interesting clinical cases or clinical research. Poster Presenters are eligible for discounted registration fees. For information on this opportunity and the requirements for participation, go to Call for Abstracts (Poster Presentation) or contact the Academy Offices. See the POSTER Presentation Guidelines.
Research Paper Presentations
A session is scheduled for Sunday where selected members may present papers on the results of research efforts. This has proven to be a popular session where members have the opportunity to report on clinical research that has not yet been published. Those selected as presenters are eligible for discounted registration fees. For information on this opportunity and the requirements for participation, go to Submit Research Papers Info or contact the Academy Offices.
How to Register
To register for the 2004 AAMA Symposium, please download the announcement/registration brochure, complete the enclosed registration card and return it with your check made payable to AAMA or register online . Please be sure to indicate your preferences for the Pre-Symposium Workshops. Space for these sessions is limited, and will be assigned on a first-come, first served basis. Registration confirmations will be sent within two weeks of receipt. You may also register on-line at the Symposium Registration Form
The American Academy of Medical Acupuncture
The purpose of AAMA is to integrate the concepts of traditional and modern forms of acupuncture with western medical practice, thereby creating a more comprehensive approach to health care. Membership in the Academy is open to licensed physicians (MDs and DOs). For more information about the Academy, write:
AAMA
4929 Wilshire Blvd. #428
Los Angeles, CA 90010
323/937-5514
FAX 323/937-0959
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