Announcement
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Welcome address Dear Colleagues, It has already been four years since our first meeting on the “Treatment of Epilepsies”. The success of our first meeting motivated us to organize from the 16th to the 18th of May 2014, the second meeting on the “Treatment of Epilepsies”. The scientific program of our meeting focuses to understand basic mechanisms of epileptogenesis, to analyze the diagnostic approach of patients suffering epilepsy, and also to provide the updates of medical and surgical treatments of Epilepsies. Moreover, the purpose of our scientific assembly is to outreach neurologists and primary care physicians, and provide them with a thorough update on the recent advances in the medical but also the surgical treatment of epilepsy. Our goal is also to provide to specialized neuroscientists, involved in the diagnosis and management of epilepsy, the opportunity to review and discuss in detail all recent advances in this field. It would not be an exaggeration to claim that our meeting’s scientific program includes a few of the most world-known epileptologists, neuroradiologists specialized in the field of epilepsy, and many masters of epilepsy surgery. Our speakers will give the opportunity to the participants to understand and at the conclusion of the sessions to learn how to approach and efficiently manage patients with epilepsy. Special emphasis has been given in our meeting’s program to round tables, and also interactive sessions for more vivid and stimulating learning. Finally, the host city of Larissa gives the opportunity for fascinating getaways to the adjacent landscape of the Greek mainland, one of the most exciting parts of Greece. The social events of our meeting will give the opportunity to the participants to make new friends and re-warm old friendships. We are looking forward to welcoming you all in Larissa. Yours faithfully,
Kostas N. Fountas Chairman of the Organizing Committee
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Committees Local Organising & Scientific Committee Chairman: K. Fountas, Neurosurgeon Vice President: G. Hadjigeorgiou, Neurologist General Secretary: E. Kapsalaki, Neuroradiologist Members: Η. Gatos, Neurosurgeon S. Giannakodimos, Neurologist A. Kovanis, Pediatric Neurologist A. Tasiou, Neurosurgeon
International Scientific Committee Chairman: J. Schramm, Neurosurgeon Vice President: K. Sillay, Neurosurgeon General Secretary: E. Richter, Neurosurgeon Members: D. Serletis, Neurosurgeon M. Von Lehe, Neurosurgeon J. Wellmer, Neurologist
Keynote Speakers Dr. med. Hans Clusmann University Professor of Neurosurgery at the RWTH Aachen Faculty of Medicine and Director of the Aachen University Hospital Department of Neurosurgery in Germany Dr. Johannes Schramm, MD Professor of Neurosurgery, Department of Neurosurgery, University of Bonn Medical Center, Bonn, Germany Dr. Demitre Serletis, MD, PhD Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, USA Dr. Joseph R. Smith, MD Professor Emeritus, Neurological Surgeon, Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, USA Dr. Horst Urbach, MD Senior Physician for Neuroradiology, University of Bonn Germany
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Draft Programme Friday, 16/05/2014 09:00 -10:20 10:20 -10:35 10:35 -12:15 12:15 -13:00 13:00 -15:00 15:00 -15:15 15:15 -16:45 19:00
Welcome Address - Lectures Coffee break Lectures Lunch break Lectures Coffee break Lectures Opening ceremony
Saturday, 17/05/2014 09:00 -11:00 11:00 -11:15 11:15 -13:00 13:00 -14:00 14:00 -15:30 15:30 -15:45 15:45 -17:15 20:00
Lectures Coffee break Lectures Lunch break Lectures Coffee break Lectures Official dinner
Sunday, 18/05/2014 10:00 -12:30 Lectures 12:30 -12:45 Discussion / Closing remarks
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How to Register Registration to the International Scientific Conference “Treatment of Epilepsies II” is made either by filling in the on line Registration Form (www.epilepsy2014.com) until 8 May 2014. Further to this date, online registration will be not possible; still you will be able to register on site at the Conference Secretariat’s Desk. Please note that for on-site registrants, the conference material will be provided on a first come, first served basis and it will be available while stocks will last. All participants will receive confirmation of their registration.
Registration Type
Registration until 11 April 2014 Early Bird Registration
Registration from 12 April 2014 Late Registration
Physicians
250 €
300,00 €
Residents
150 €
200 €
Students*
50 €
50 €
100 €
100 €
Accompanying persons
VAT 23% is included in all prices
Registration fee includes:
>> Admission to all conference sessions, conference material, coffee breaks, luncheons according to the programme >> Opening Ceremony (16 May 2014) >> Official Dinner (17 May 2014) >> All taxes & duties *Students must provide proof of status (copy of valid student ID card or a letter from their institution or programme director). Official Dinner is not included in the Registration fee.
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Conference Venue & Conference Hotel The Department of Neurosurgery of the University of Thessaly has the pleasure to invite you to Larissa, Greece on 16-18 May 2014 for the International Scientific Conference “Treatment of Epilepsies II”, which will take place at the Auditorium “Hippocrates” - Biopolis of the School of Medicine.
Conference Venue
Auditorium “Hippocrates” - Biopolis New Building, School of Medicine, Biopolis, P.O. Box 1400, 41110 Larissa, Greece, www.med.uth.gr
Conference Hotel
Larissa Imperial Hotel 182 Farsalon Av., 41335 Larissa, Greece, T. +30 2410687600, www.larissaimperial.com The hotel is ideally located on the outskirts of Larissa, one of Greece’s leading cities, introducing a fresh breeze of architectural inspiration. It is conveniently found only 5 min from the city centre which makes interesting sites very easy to reach. The building’s interior offers a charming old-world decor coupled with discreet professional services. Step into a rich tapestry of sumptuous velvet, gleaming wood and shimmering marble under the domed atrium. More info
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Accompanying Person’s Social Programme Excursion to Meteora: A unique place to visit!
We can locate the first traces of their history from the 11th century, when the first hermits settled there. UNESCO has characterised the rock monasteries as a unique phenomenon of cultural heritage. Twenty-four of these monasteries were built, despite incredible difficulties, at the time of the great revival of the eremitic ideal in the 15th century. Their 16th-century frescoes mark a key stage in the development of post-Byzantine painting. You will be impressed by the monasteries perched on top of enormous rocks wondering how on earth they built them. In fact the producers of James Bond found the rocks so impressive that they had Roger Moore climbing the stone face in the movie For Your Eyes Only.
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Useful Information Official Language
The official language of the Conference is English
Dates
16 – 18 May 2014
Venue
Auditorium “Hippocrates” – Biopolis New Building, School of Medicine, Biopolis PO Box 1400, 41110 Larissa, Greece Website: www.med.uth.gr
Conference Secretariat
ARTION Conferences & Events D. +30 2310257816 (Conference Line) T. +30 2310272275 F. +30 2310272276 E. epilepsy2014@artion.com.gr W. www.epilepsy2014.com Conference Director: Despina Amarantidou Conference Manager: Zoi Pazaiti Delegates Management & Hotel Accommodation: Anneta Pavloudi Sponsors & Exhibitors: Lina Tsipouridou Publications, Press & Media: Maria Kantziari Website, Social Media & Ε-marketing: Alexandros Antoniou
Important Date
Early bird registration deadline
Social Events
Opening Ceremony Official Dinner
11 April 2014 16 May 2014 17 May 2014
19:00 20:00
Certification-Award of Points
Attending the International Scientific Conference “Treatment of Epilepsies II” is endorsed by Continuing Medical Education (C.M.E.) points. Certificates of Attendance will be issued at the end of the Conference and will be given to the participants, given they have attended at least 60% of the Conference hours.
Sponsorship & Opportunities
The Conference will be accompanied by an exhibition of medical and pharmaceutical products and technical equipment. The Conference is also open for sponsors who would like to be advertised according to the Sponsorships & Communication programme. Potential exhibitors or sponsors can request the Sponsorship & Communication programme from the Conference Secretariat.
Internet Facilities
WI-FI connection is provided as well as a business centre for e-mail access.
Time
Greece is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +2) throughout the year.
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Language
Greek is the official language while English is widely spoken.
Currency
The Greek currency is EURO. Credit cards are widely used in most establishments. Most currencies and traveller’s cheques can easily be changed either at banks, hotels or money-changers with some handling charges.
Weather in May
The climate in Larissa is Mediterranean with a definite seasonal variation. In May it is the peak of blooming and vegetation with temperatures ranging between 17°C to 25°C. Light sweaters and jackets are recommended for the evenings.
Power Supply
The standard current in Greece is 220 volts. Plugs are European standard with two round pins.
Useful Phones
Police Department* 100 Ambulance Assistance* 166 Fire Department* 199 Emergency phone** 112 White Pages information* 11888 *It refers to a local number and can be used only from a local phone. **It refers to a European number. After a recorded message in English and Greek, an operator receives the call in English, French or Greek, puts the caller through to the necessary service, and assists with interpretation, if necessary.
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Annex A) ABSTRACT TEMPLATE (DIVIDED IN SUBTITLES) TITLE M. Papadopoulou1, A. Papadopoulos2 1 Department, University, City (if not mentioned in the University title), Country 2 Department, University, City (if not mentioned in the University title), Country OBJECTIVES: ...................................................................................................................................... ............................................................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................................................................ .......................................................................................................... METHODS: ............................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................ RESULTS: ............................................................................................................................................. ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ .................................................................................... CONCLUSIONS: ................................................................................................................................... ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ...............................................................................................
B) ABSTRACT TEMPLATE (WHERE, ACCORDING TO THE WRITER, SUBTITLES CANNOT BE USED) TITLE M. Papadopoulou1, A. Papadopoulos2 1 Department, University, City (if not mentioned in the University title), Country 2 Department, University, City (if not mentioned in the University title), Country SUMMARY: ............................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ................................................................................................................................................................ ...............................................................................................
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