Invitation to AAPS Diplomates, Members, and Colleagues Join your fellow Diplomates, Members, and other professionals to learn
“What Every Physician Should Know about Disasters.” You can register for education sessions only and earn CMEs or register for business sessions only and attend your Academies of Medicine, ABPS Boards of Certification, and Standing Committees. Take advantage of our meeting location at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Tysons Corner, VA, to enjoy the many historical and educational attractions in the Washington, D.C., area – a perfect vacation for families.
We H o p e To S e e Yo u T h e r e !
Overall Meeting Objectives •
Provide physician specialists with up-to-date information regarding what to do when disasters strike.
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Provide a forum in which to discuss developing and emerging issues in your specialty.
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Plan and conduct the business of the AAPS, its affiliated Academies of Medicine, and its Boards of Certification.
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Encourage collegial relations to enable members to pursue their professional goals to participate in the Association’s activities.
Intended Audience ABPS Diplomates and AAPS Members in: Anesthesiology
Internal Medicine
Dermatology
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Diagnostic Radiology
Ophthalmology
Disaster Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Emergency Medicine
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Family Medicine Obstetrics
Psychiatry
Family Practice
Radiology & Radiation Oncology
Geriatric Medicine
Surgery
Hospital Medicine
Urgent Care
Accreditation Statement The American Association of Physician Specialists, Inc. (AAPS), is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
CME Credit Statement Annual Meeting – Scientific Presentations, June 21 and 22: The AAPS designates this educational activity for a maximum of 16 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Examination Development Workshop I, June 23 – The AAPS designates this educational activity for a maximum of 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Examination Development Workshop II, June 25 – The AAPS designates this educational activity for a maximum of 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Earn CMEs by participating in... • Up to16.0 CMEs Scientific Presentation sessions • Up to 7.5 CMEs Medical Ethics course • Up to 13 CMEs Examination Development Workshop
CME Committee Kenneth M. Flowe, M.D., FAAEP, MBA, Co-Chair Stephen A. Montes, D.O., FAASOS, Co-Chair Muhammad A. Ahmed, M.D. Thomas A. Castillo, D.O., MBA, FAASS Jack V. Greiner, D.O., PhD, FAASS Gustavo G. Leon, M.D. Jerry R. Majers, D.O., FAAIM, FAAGM Herbert Pardell, D.O., FAAIM Luis M. Velasco, M.D.
Medical Ethics This course provides a solid conceptual grounding in medical ethics, while focusing on practical issues and tested approaches for resolving such issues. This course satisfies a professional development requirement for fulfilling, in part, Board recertification of the American Board of Physician Specialties of the AAPS. Medical Et h i c s Co u r s e Practical Issues and Approaches 7.5 CMEs $450.00 - Separate registration required
course option # 1 - O n e - day c o u r s e Monday, June 20, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
course option # 2 - O n e - day c o u r s e Thursday, June 23, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Course Objectives Upon completion of this program participants should be able to: 1. Understand the theoretical and historical foundations of medical ethics; 2. Engage in allocation of resources decisions; 3. Apply ethical decision-making tools to actual circumstances; 4. Understand the appropriate roles of medical ethics/bioethics committees and be able to constructively contribute to these committees; 5. Recognize the stakeholders in medical ethics decisions and weigh stakeholder ethical perspectives; and 6. Guide public discussion of medical ethics issues and explain the perspectives of medical professionals on such issues.
Accreditation Statement: The American Association of Physician Specialists, Inc. (AAPS), is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. CME Credit Statement: The American Association of Physician Specialists, Inc., designates this educational activity for a maximum of 7.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Recertification Credit: This course fulfills ABPS recertification requirements for Medical Ethics. CME credit earned for attending this course may also be applied to the CME recertification requirements. According to AMA policy, physicians may not claim credit for attending the same activity more than once, unless there has been a substantial change in the materials that had been previously presented.
AAPS Auxiliary Join the AAPS Auxiliary at its Annual Meeting and Brunch on Thursday, June 23, at 10:00 a.m. Learn about its mission and goals, join in family-friendly activities, meet other spouses and family members. Auxiliary dues are $50 per year and may be paid with Certification Maintenance Fees, at the Annual Meeting, or at any other time during the year. Be sure to check the Auxiliary schedule at the Registration Desk for the latest updates.
AAPS Auxiliary Schedule Wednesday, J u n e 2 2 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m White House Tour & D.C. Sightseeing* Leave Ritz-Carlton Hotel at 9:30 a.m. Transportation courtesy of AAPS Auxiliary YOU MUST REGISTER – See Registration Form *Based on sufficient registrations
Th u rsday, J u n e 2 3 10 a.m. – 12 noon Annual Auxiliary Meeting and Brunch 1 p.m. until done Decorate for Welcome Reception Volunteers Welcome – JUST SHOW UP! 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Welcome Reception - “Red, White & Blue” All tickets courtesy of AAPS Auxiliary YOU MUST REGISTER
Friday, J u n e 2 4 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m Trip to Mount Vernon – Home of George Washington Admission and transportation courtesy of AAPS Auxiliary
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A Great Hotel in a Great Location – centrally located in the heart of Tysons Corner
• Prepare to be pampered at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Tysons Corner, McLean, VA. • Easy access to two major airports (Washington Dulles International and Reagan Washington National). • Nearby Metro system connecting Northern Virginia, the District of Columbia, and Maryland. • Steps away from two leading shopping centers. • Convenient to historic sights, museums, monuments, battlefields – all that the Washington area has to offer.
Select your schedule • Choose the CME Package or the Business Package or the Special Discount Package.
Great Pricing and Generous Deadlines • Register for CME sessions only or Business sessions only or both. You no longer need to pay for the entire week to attend only CME or only Business sessions. • Take advantage of best prices during Early Registration – THIS IS YOUR BEST BUY!!! • Early Registration until March 15, 2011 • Still-Time-To-Register until May 28, 2011
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Welcome Reception • The AAPS Auxiliary will provide complimentary tickets to the Welcome Reception.
Two opportunities for Medical Ethics • One-day course offered on Monday, June 20 • One-day course offered on Thursday, June 23
CMEs for Recertification • Earn CMEs to fufill your ABPS Recertifcation Requirement
Board of Directors Meeting • Everyone is encouraged to attend all or part of the BOD meeting on June 23. Learn valuable information about AAPS policies, directions, and future developments. Learn the latest decisions by the Board of Directors as they are made.
Orientation Session • Required for all newly elected/appointed members of Academies and Boards. This informative session on Saturday, June 25, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. will outline your responsibilities as well as the procedures of the Association.
Flash drives • Provided for your convenience instead of bulky paper materials. NO HARD COPIES WILL BE PROVIDED.
S ched u l e of E v e n ts Da i ly 7 a.m. – 5 p.m...........................................Registration Desk
Monday, J u n e 2 0 7 a.m. – 8 a.m. ............................Medical Ethics Breakfast 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ............................... Medical Ethics Course 12:30 p.m. – 1 p.m. ......................... Medical Ethics Lunch
Tuesday, J u n e 2 1 7 a.m. – 8 a.m. ........... CME Package Breakfast for registrants 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. .................................. CME Scientific Sessions 12 noon – 1 p.m. .............CME Package Lunch for registrants
Wedne s day, J u n e 2 2 7 a.m. – 8 a.m. ........... CME Package Breakfast for registrants 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. .................................. CME Scientific Sessions 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. . ....... AAPS Auxiliary White House Tour 12 noon – 1 p.m. .............CME Package Lunch for registrants
Thurs day, J u n e 2 3 7 a.m. – 8 a.m. ......Business Package Breakfast for registrants 7 a.m. – 8 a.m. . ............................Medical Ethics Breakfast 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. . ............................... Medical Ethics Course 12:30 p.m. – 1 p.m. . .......................... Medical Ethics Lunch 8 a.m. – 12 noon ........................ Board of Directors Meeting 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. . .................... All Specialties Credentialing
Open to Diplomates Only
8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. ...All Specialties Examination Development
Open to Diplomates Only
10 a.m. – 12 noon ...................Auxiliary Brunch and Meeting 12 noon – 1:30 p.m. ............................... Lunch on your own 1 p.m. – ? ................ Auxiliary Welcome Reception Decoration 1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. . ........... Council of Academy Presidents 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. . .............. American Board of Physician Specialties (ABPS) Meeting 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. . .......Governmental Affairs Committee/ Strategic Planning Meeting 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. ....................................... Welcome Reception
“Red, White & Blue” All American Theme
Friday, J u n e 2 4 7 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. ....... Business Package Breakfast for registrants
with International Speaker
8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. . .......... Academies of Medicine Meetings
(Anesthesiology, Dermatology, Disaster Medicine, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, and Surgery)
8:30 a.m. – 12 noon. . ........................... Emergency Medicine Credentialing Committee 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m...... AAPS Auxiliary Trip to Mount Vernon 10:15 a.m. – 12 noon ..........Boards of Certification Meetings
(Anesthesiology, Dermatology, Disaster Medicine, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, and Surgery)
12 noon – 1:30 p.m. ............................... Lunch on your own 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. .............. Academies of Medicine Meetings
(Emergency Medicine, Radiology)
1:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. . .........Boards of Certification Meetings (Hospital Medicine, Urgent Care)
3:15 p.m. – 5 p.m. ................Boards of Certification Meetings (Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine Obstetrics, Radiology)
4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. .........AAPS Education Foundation Meeting
Saturday, J u n e 2 5 7 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. .......................Business Package Breakfast with Speaker
8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. . ...................... CME Committee Meeting 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. . ....... Board and Academy Orientation (Required for newly elected BOC and Academy members)
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. ..... All Specialties Examination Development Open to Diplomates Only
10:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. . .................Membership Committee 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. . ...................... Emergency Medicine Special Presentation on EM Workforce
10:30 a.m. – 12 noon. ..................... Public Member Meeting 12 noon – 1:15 p.m. ............................... Lunch on your own 1:15 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. . ............AJCM Editorial Board Meeting 1:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. . ..................... Past Presidents Meeting 3:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. . ............................ House of Delegates 6:15 p.m. – 7 p.m. ................................ President’s Reception 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. ............................ President’s Awards Dinner
with featured speaker
All meetings and events are open to all registered attendees unless noted otherwise on the schedule. Schedule is subject to change.
Speakers Arthur L. Berman, D.O., FAAIM Acute Gastrointestinal Bleeding in a Disaster
Graeme A. Browne, M.D. Damage Control Resuscitation: The Case for Early Use of Blood Products & Hypertonic Saline in Resuscitating Exsanguinating Trauma Victims . . . Arthur Cooper, M.D. Healthcare Incident Management System Robert Cross, M.D., ABS, FACS Shelter in Place Family First Mark DeSantis, D.O. Radiological Science in the Environment of Radiological Terrorism Kenneth M. Flowe, M.D., FAAEP, MBA How a Small Hospital Should Prepare for Disasters
Ashley L. Greiner, M.D., MPH Jack V. Greiner, D.O., PhD Ophthalmologic Guidelines and the Disaster Response: Treatment Intervention, Mobile Eye Clinics, and Disaster Team Eye Training Surinder K. Kad, M.D., FAAIM, MPH, MBA Biological Warfare Chemical Agents Used in Warfare David M. Lemonick, M.D., FAAEP Epidemics after Natural Disasters Bombings and Blast Injuries: A Primer for Physicians David G. C. McCann, M.D., FAASFP Earthquake Disaster Response: Lessons from Haiti You Can Use at Home Karanita M. C. Ojomo, M.D. Disaster Preparedness for Mass Radiation Exposure S. John Pappas, M.D. Top Twelve Things Physicians Need to Know When It Comes to Disasters
Mark Pastin, PhD Disaster Medicine: Is Ethics Black Tagged? Madonna Ringswald, D.O. Smoke Inhalation Albert Romanosky, M.D., PhD Preparing for Disaster: Emergency Support Function 8: Public Health and Medical Planning for the 2009 Presidential Inauguration Geoffrey Simmons, M.D. Disaster Preparedness for the Medical Professional at Home and at the Workplace Margaret C. Vives-Austin, M.D. The Emergency Physician and Disasters – The Types of Injuries and What You Can Do to Address Them All Cyril H. Wecht, M.D., J.D. Forensic Investigation in Mass Disasters
AAPS Showcase The Author Showcase has been expanded to include not only printed materials, but also your photography, art, or other works. We provide the means to display and you provide samples, order forms, and other information. The AAPS Showcase is open to any registered participant and spouse/family member. For more information call Esther Berg (813) 433-2277 Ext. 18 before April 15, 2011.
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Hotel Information The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner 1700 Tysons Boulevard McLean, Virgina 22102 Hotel Reservations: 800-241-3333 Hotel Direct: 703-506-4300 Hotel Fax: 703-506-4305 www.ritzcarlton.com Group code: AAPAAPA
Hotel Reservations AAPS has a limited number of rooms available at the AAPS guaranteed room rate on a first come, first served basis. Hotel reservations must be made NO LATER THAN MAY 26, 2011. However, once the rooms in the AAPS block have been reserved, it is unlikely that you will be able to get the AAPS rate. Therefore, we strongly encourage you to make your reservations ASAP! NOTE: If you make your reservation through another method, such as Travelocity, AAA, travel club, AARP, medical organization, etc., please let the AAPS Meeting Department know so that we can include these reservations toward our hotel room obligation. Due to contractual obligations, attendees eligible for hotel reimbursement will only be reimbursed for staying at the Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner. Single or double occupancy $189 + tax per room per night (currently 9%). Children in same room with parents: Free. Guaranteed room rate applies three days before and three days after meeting, based on availability at the time of the request. Check-in after 3 p.m. • Check-out 12 noon. Hotel cancellations by 12 noon on day of arrival. Any problems making hotel reservations, call the AAPS Meetings Department.
The Ritz-Carlton Prepare to be pampered! The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner, located in the Washington, D.C., suburb of McLean, VA, in the Tysons Galleria, is just 20 minutes from downtown Washington, D.C. It is an area renowned for its shopping centers and an abundance of restaurants, offering tempting choices for every palate. Easy access to our nation’s capital with its many attractions including museums, monuments, art galleries, and federal buildings is available by Metro. Hotel provides shuttle to metro station.
Hotel Amenities Ritz-Carlton Day Spa Rejuvenate and refresh in style. Make your reservations for the Ritz-Carlton Day Spa, which offers facial and body treatments and salon services. Fitness Center with cardiovascular and weight training equipment, a heated indoor pool and whirlpool, sauna and steam rooms, and personal training services. Open 24 hours. Ritz-Carlton Afternoon Tea Experience Treat someone special – or yourself – to this enduring tradition honored in a luxurious setting while enjoying a lavish selection of sandwiches, flavorful scones, and a sumptuous display of sweets among other delicious decadences.
Shopping Tysons Galleria, the location of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, is Washington, D.C.’s premier upscale shopping center. Tysons Galleria offers some of the world’s most luxurious retailers, such as Burberry, Cartier, and Chanel, as well as a selection of boutiques. It includes more than 120 of the area’s most fashionable retailers, six upscale restaurants, plus many family-oriented eateries. Tysons Corner Center A less-than-five-minute shuttle ride across the street from the hotel takes you to Tysons Corner Center with a 16-theater movie complex, numerous restaurants, and more than 300 stores including Macys, Lord & Taylor, Nordstrom, and Bloomingdales.
Attractions No matter what your interests – from archeology and art to battlefields, gardens, and historic sights to zoos and everything in between – there is an attraction to meet your needs close by in Northern Virginia, Washington, and Maryland. These include: Udvar-Hazy Air and Space Museum, Claude Moore Colonial Farm, Mount Vernon, historic battlefields, Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, the White House, Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials, Washington Monument, Smithsonian Institutions, FBI building, International Spy Museum, and many more monuments, art galleries, and museums.
U s e f u l To u r i s t We b s i t e s For information about Washington, DC, check out destinationdc.com For information about Northern Virginia, check out fxva.com
Climate and Clothing Summer months typically vary from the high 80°s to the low 60°s with considerable humidity. We recommend that guests check the local listings to determine the weather conditions. Casual clothing is recommended both in and out of the meeting rooms, with the exception of Saturday evening when a jacket and tie for men (black tie optional) and corresponding attire for women is requested. You may want to bring “layers” of clothing to accommodate all meeting room temperatures. As you know, meeting rooms can sometimes get chilly!
Tr a v e l I n f o r m a t i o n Airport: If traveling by air, make your reservations early to ensure the best airfare to either Washington Dulles International Airport, located 15 minutes/12 miles from the hotel, or Washington Reagan National Airport, located 20 minutes/15 miles from the hotel. Airport Transportation: There is no hotel shuttle to/ from the airports. Taxis are available for approximately $30-40 from either airport. Hotel Parking: Hotel self-parking is available at $5 per day for AAPS registrants. Hotel Shuttle Service: Complimentary hotel shuttle service is available on a first come, first served basis for trips within a three-mile radius of the hotel, including the West Falls Church Metro station and Tysons Corner Center, except during rush hour. Metro Information: The closest Metro station is West Falls Church. You can take the complimentary hotel shuttle to the West Falls Church station – except during morning and afternoon rush hour. For additional Metro information, visit http://wmata.com or call 202-637-7000. Special AAPS – Hertz Rental Rate: Make your reservation at www.hertz.com. Include PC# 148551 for meeting discount and CDP#1304113 for member discount.
re g istratio n membe r c at e g o r i e s Diplomate/Emeritus/member Presenter AAPS Retired Member Non-Member CME Only
registrat i o n pac k ag e s CME/Education Includes up to 16 CMEs for scientific presentations, conference materials, breakfast and lunch on Tuesday, June 21, and Wednesday, June 22. 2 days – See pricing on registration form.
Business/Governance Includes all meetings – Board of Directors, Academies of Medicine, Boards of Certification, House of Delegates, Committees, and any other scheduled business meetings, conference materials, and breakfast on Thursday, June 23, through Saturday, June 25. 3 days – See pricing on registration form.
Special Discount Includes CME/Education and Business/Governance Packages. 5 days – See pricing on registration form.
registrat i o n d e a d l i n e s BEST PRICes - Early Registration By March 15, 2011 Still-Time-To-Register By May 28, 2011 Late/On-Site Registration After May 28, 2011
REGISTRATION FORM: AAPS 2011 House of Delegates and Annual Scientific Meeting
TO REGISTER by FAX: 813-830-6599 (CREDIT CARD ONLY) • MAIL: AAPS, 5550 W. Executive Drive, Suite 400, Tampa, FL 33609-1035 Name________________________________________________________________Email Address: _____________________________________________________ Address_ ____________________________________________________ City_____________________________ State_ _____________Zip_____________________ Cell phone_ ________________________________ Work phone___________________________________ Home phone____________________________________ Special dietary or accessibility needs________________________________________________ For (name of person)__________________________________________ WHITE HOUSE TOUR I plan to attend the White House Tour (If more than one person is attending, please attach a separate form. YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER to attend.) Last Name_ ________________________________ First Name_ _________________________________ MI_________ Gender_ _______ DOB____________________ SSN___________________________ Citizen____________ Country_ __________________ City_______________________________________State_______________ To complete the registration form below, do the following:
1. Review Important Registration Information 2. Select one of three registration packages (CME, Business, Discount Package)
3. Select from Additional Options (Medical Ethics
Course, Welcome Reception, President’s Dinner)
4. Review registration table on right and circle your
registration choice. Enter fee amount in subtotal below. Early Registration deadline March 15 for best prices.
Early Registration By March 15, 2011
Still-Time-To Reg By May 28, 2011
Late/On-Site After May 28, 2011
$525 $295 $725 $325 $295 $525 $325 $295 $525 $650
$725 $495 $1125 $525 $495 $925 $525 $495 $925 $850
$925 $695 $1525 NA NA NA $725 $695 $1325 $1050
AAPS Diplomate/_ CME Package Business Package Emeritus/ _ Member Discount Package CME Package Presenter Business Package Discount Package CME Package AAPS Retired Business Package Discount Package Non-Member CME Package
Medical Ethics COURSE Register for course on either Monday OR Thursday.
Package Subtotal $________________
Monday, June 20.................................................................... $ 450 per person x _____ (# attending) = $___________
Thursday, June 23 . ................................................................ $ 450 per person x _____ (# attending) = $ __________
Medical Ethics Registration Subtotal $________________ No one will be admitted to any sessions including meals without a valid badge
$0.00 welcome reception (Complimentary, but you must register).................... $ 0 per person x ____ (number of tickets) Welcome Reception Total $________________ President’s Dinner....................................................................................$ 125 per person x ____ (number of tickets) President’s Dinner Total $________________ MEETING REGISTRATION PAYMENT Check enclosed
American Express
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Total to be charged: $_ ________________
Cardholder’s Name_________________________________________________Card Number _______________________________ Expiration Date________________ Cardholder’s Mailing Address_ ____________________________________________________ Cardholder’s Signature_ ______________________________________
please note there are no guest registrations available
N E W T H I S Y E A R - A LL PA R T I C I PA N T S M U S T C O M P L E T E - D is c l os u re of R e l e vant F inan c ia l R e l ationships 1. List names of proprietary entities producing health care goods or services, consumed by, or used on, 2. Describe what you or your spouse/partner received (ex: salary, honorarium, etc). patients, with the exemption of non-profit or government organizations and non-health care related The American Association of Physician Specialists, Inc., does NOT want to know how companies with which you or your spouse/partner have, or have had, a relevant financial relationship much you received. within the past 12 months. For this purpose we consider the relevant financial relationships of your 3. Describe your role. spouse or partner that you are aware of to be yours. 1. Commercial Interest (Example: Company ‘X’)
Nature of Relevant Financial Relationship (Include all those that apply) 2. What was received (Example: Honorarium)
3. For what role? (Example: Speaker)
I do not have any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interests.
Signature:__________________________________________________________________________________ Date:________________________ Example Terminology What was received: Salary, royalty, intellectual property rights, consulting fee, honoraria, ownership interest (e.g., stocks, stock options or other ownership interest, excluding diversified mutual funds), or other financial benefit.
Role(s): Employment, management position, independent contractor (including contracted research), consulting, speaking and teaching, membership on advisory committees or review panels, board membership, and other activities (please specify).
Glossary of Terms Commercial Interest - The ACCME defines a “commercial interest” as any proprietary entity producing health care goods or services, used on, or consumed by, patients, with the exemption of non-profit or government organizations and non-health care related companies. Financial Relationships - Financial relationships are those relationships in which the individual benefits by receiving a salary, royalty, intellectual property rights, consulting fee, honoraria, ownership interest (e.g., stocks, stock options or other ownership interest, excluding diversified mutual funds), or other financial benefit. Financial benefits are usually associated with roles such as employment, management position, independent contractor (including contracted research), consulting, speaking and teaching, membership on advisory committees or review panels, board membership, and other activities from which remuneration is received, or expected. ACCME considers relationships of the person involved in the CME activity to include financial relationships of a spouse or partner.
Relevant Financial Relationships - ACCME focuses on financial relationships with commercial interests in the 12-month period preceding the time that the individual is being asked to assume a role controlling content of the CME activity. ACCME has not set a minimal dollar amount for relationships to be significant. Inherent in any amount is the incentive to maintain or increase the value of the relationship. The ACCME defines “relevant financial relationships” as financial relationships in any amount occurring within the past 12 months that create a conflict of interest. Conflict of Interest - Circumstances create a conflict of interest when an individual has an opportunity to affect CME content about products or services of a commercial interest with which he/she has a financial relationship.