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AHNS Women in Head Neck Surgery Reception and Panel at COSM

AHNS Women in Head Neck Surgery Reception and Panel

We are excited to welcome you to the AHNS Annual Meeting during COSM in Chicago and wanted to bring your attention to two important events being sponsored by the Women in AHNS Service.

Please join us for the AHNS Women in Head Neck Surgery Reception on Tuesday, May 14th from 6:00pm-7:30pm in room Michigan 3 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. The reception is complimentary for all AHNS attendees and will include appetizers and beverages, while we celebrate and honor our 2024 Margaret Butler Award for Outstanding Mentor of Women in Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Carol Bradford.

We are also pleased to host this year’s panel entitled, “Women In Head and Neck Surgery Panel- How to Build Impactful Programs.” This panel will take place on Wednesday, May 15th from 4:00pm-5:00pm in the General Session Room. Please see below for the full outline.

Women In Head and Neck Surgery Panel- How to Build Impactful Programs

Moderators: Shirley Su, MBBS and Karen Y. Choi, MD

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At the conclusion of this session participants will be able to:

● Understand the steps in building a unique program, including key collaborations and strategies to advocate for your ideas and efforts in a highly competitive field.

● Identify strategies to increase the impact of and be known for your work.

● Recognize potential pit falls and how to overcome them.

1. Introduction and Overview – Shirley Su, MBBS

2. Building a Cutting Edge Research Program – Carole Fakhry, MD MPH

3. Building an Innovative Clinical Program – Jan Lewin, PhD

4. Following Your Own Path and Building Unique Programs – Susan McCammon, MD

Q&A – Karen Y. Choi, MD


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AHNS 2024 COSM – Host Hotel Information and Pre-Meeting Info

We hope you will join us for these exciting Pre-Meeting Courses happening on Tuesday, May 14th, that can hone your skills and better your practice.
Spots are limited. Register today!

Please Note: Pre-Meeting Course registration is separate from the AHNS Annual Meeting & COSM registration.

2024 AHNS Innovation and Entrepreneurship Symposium *BRAND NEW COURSE!
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago

This symposium will be an introductory, all-day course designed for surgeons and academic physicians. It offers insights into entrepreneurship, covering key aspects such as intellectual property protection, capital raising, balancing clinical responsibilities, navigating technology transfer offices, patenting, commercialization, manufacturing, regulatory compliance, and conflict of interest management.

Target audience: Practicing Physicians, Residents, Fellows, and Allied Health (Non-CME Course)

Registration Fees:
AHNS Member: $100
AHNS Non-Member: $150
Allied Health/Fellow: $50
Resident: $50

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Head and Neck Microvascular Reconstructive Workshop
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago

This 4-hour workshop will highlight key harvest techniques of both common and uncommon reconstructive procedures utilizing multimedia presentations, including videos and images. In the second part of the workshop, a group of experts will provide insights and pearls of wisdom as they work through defect-oriented cases of to provide solutions to some of the most challenging head and neck reconstructive defects.

Target audience: Residents, Fellows (Non-CME Course)

Registration Fees:
Fellow/Resident: $50.00

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Returning for 2024: Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Neck Ultrasound Course!
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago

The objective of this course is to introduce the practicing surgeon to office-based ultrasound examination of the thyroid and parathyroid glands and related pathology. The distinction of normal from malignant lymphadenopathy is emphasized with a demonstration of the comprehensive examination of lymph node basins in cervical zones I-VI. The process of ultrasound guided FNA of thyroid nodules and enlarged lymph nodes is demonstrated in didactic lecture format. In addition skill sessions allow the surgeon to learn varied techniques of FNA of lesions in phantom models.

The use of patient volunteers with thyroid and parathyroid pathology and lymphadenopathy will allow supervised hands-on experience with transverse and longitudinal ultrasound methods. Participants will be instructed in the practical details and hurdles in developing office-based ultrasound.

Target audience: Practicing physicians and surgical residents

Registration Fees:
Practicing Physician: $1980
Fellow: $1650
Resident: $825


LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR HOST HOTEL
For 2024, our main host hotel will be the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

Conveniently located near Navy Pier, our host hotel is the largest hotel in downtown Chicago. With easy access to top attractions like Millennium Park, the Magnificent Mile, and Lake Michigan, you’ll be perfectly situated to explore the city.

Book now to secure our special COSM room rate of $295.00 per night. But hurry, availability is limited, and Saturday, May 18, 2024, is already sold out! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity – reserve your room today before the April 22nd deadline or until our reservations block is filled, which ever comes first.

 

JOIN US AT THE 2024 AHNS ANNUAL MEETING!
Have you registered for the AHNS Annual Meeting at COSM on May 15-16, 2024 yet? We can’t wait to share the enriching experience awaiting you. Register now for the AHNS Annual Meeting at COSM!

Registration Details:

  • Location: Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601
  • Early bird registration opens on April 5, 2024.
  • Secure your spot early to take advantage of discounted rates

Why Attend:

  • Stay ahead of industry trends.
  • Expand your professional network.
  • Access exclusive educational resources.
  • Gain practical insights to implement in your practice.=

 

Published on by AHNS Webmaster

AHNS 2024 COSM – Host Hotel Information and Pre-Meeting Info

We hope you will join us for these exciting Pre-Meeting Courses happening on Tuesday, May 14th, that can hone your skills and better your practice
Spots are limited. Register today!

Please Note: Pre-Meeting Course registration is separate from the AHNS Annual Meeting & COSM registration.

REGISTER FOR PRE-MEETING COURSES HERE

2024 AHNS Innovation and Entrepreneurship Symposium *BRAND NEW COURSE!
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago

This symposium will be an introductory, all-day course designed for surgeons and academic physicians. It offers insights into entrepreneurship, covering key aspects such as intellectual property protection, capital raising, balancing clinical responsibilities, navigating technology transfer offices, patenting, commercialization, manufacturing, regulatory compliance, and conflict of interest management.

Target audience: Practicing Physicians, Residents, Fellows, and Allied Health (Non-CME Course)

Registration Fees:
AHNS Member: $100
AHNS Non-Member: $150
Allied Health/Fellow: $50
Resident: $50
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Head and Neck Microvascular Reconstructive Workshop
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago

This 4-hour workshop will highlight key harvest techniques of both common and uncommon reconstructive procedures utilizing multimedia presentations, including videos and images. In the second part of the workshop, a group of experts will provide insights and pearls of wisdom as they work through defect-oriented cases of to provide solutions to some of the most challenging head and neck reconstructive defects.

Target audience: Residents, Fellows (Non-CME Course)

Registration Fees:
Fellow/Resident: $50.00

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Returning for 2024: Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Neck Ultrasound Course!
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago

The objective of this course is to introduce the practicing surgeon to office-based ultrasound examination of the thyroid and parathyroid glands and related pathology. The distinction of normal from malignant lymphadenopathy is emphasized with a demonstration of the comprehensive examination of lymph node basins in cervical zones I-VI. The process of ultrasound guided FNA of thyroid nodules and enlarged lymph nodes is demonstrated in didactic lecture format. In addition skill sessions allow the surgeon to learn varied techniques of FNA of lesions in phantom models.

The use of patient volunteers with thyroid and parathyroid pathology and lymphadenopathy will allow supervised hands-on experience with transverse and longitudinal ultrasound methods. Participants will be instructed in the practical details and hurdles in developing office-based ultrasound.

Target audience: Practicing physicians and surgical residents

Registration Fees:
Practicing Physician: $1980
Fellow: $1650
Resident: $825

REGISTER FOR PRE-MEETING COURSES HERE

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR HOST HOTEL
For 2024, our main host hotel will be the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Conveniently located near Navy Pier, our host hotel is the largest hotel in downtown Chicago. With easy access to top attractions like Millennium Park, the Magnificent Mile, and Lake Michigan, you’ll be perfectly situated to explore the city.

Book now to secure our special COSM room rate of $295.00 per night. But hurry, availability is limited, and Saturday, May 18, 2024, is already sold out! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity – reserve your room today before the April 22nd deadline or until our reservations block is filled, which ever comes first.

Hyatt-Regency-Chicago-P439-King-View-Navy-Pier image

BOOK HOTEL ROOMS HERE
JOIN US AT THE 2024 AHNS ANNUAL MEETING!
Have you registered for the AHNS Annual Meeting at COSM on May 15-16, 2024 yet? We can’t wait to share the enriching experience awaiting you. Register now for the AHNS Annual Meeting at COSM!

Registration Details:

  • Location: Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601
  • Early bird registration opens on April 5, 2024.
  • Secure your spot early to take advantage of discounted rates

Why Attend:

  • Stay ahead of industry trends.
  • Expand your professional network.
  • Access exclusive educational resources.
  • Gain practical insights to implement in your practice.

AHNS ANNUAL MEETING REGISTRATION

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