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 2017 Annual Clinical Meeting Registration & Schedule

SOGH is pleased to present the 7th Annual Clinical Meeting schedule of general sessions, workshops, and networking events.  The following pages outline the daily schedules, as well as course descriptions and faculty information.

 Please note that Continuing Medical Education credit will be offered for courses and workshops unless otherwise noted.    Continuing Medical Education credit is provided through joint providership with The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. View accreditation details on the SOGH website and download this copy of the statement on CME credits for your records.  ABOG MOC Part IV credit is also available for select workshops.  Details are available on the SOGH website.

 


 

Special thanks to our 2017 Annual Clinical Meeting Distinguished Partner:


 

REGISTRATION RATES

Registration Type

SOGH Full
Member Rate
Physician
Non-Member Rate
SOGH Associate
Member Rate 
NP/CNM/PA
Non-Member Rate
Resident
Rate
EARLY
(through 7/15/17)
 $475  $725  $375  $625  $375
Regular 
(7/16/17 - 9/23/17)
 $550  $800  $450  $700  $450
On-site 
(9/24/17 - 9/27/17)
 $575  $825  $475  $725  $475

 


 

ACM CANCELLATION POLICY

All cancellations for the ACM General Session or Workshops must be submitted in writing by e-mail or mail and must be accompanied by a receipt or paid invoice.  Cancellations will not be taken by telephone.
  • A $100 Cancellation Fee will be charged prior to August 13, 2017
  • A $200 Cancellation Fee will be charged between August 14 – September 9, 2017
  • No Refund will be given for cancellations made after September 10, 2017

**The postmark or e-mail date will be used to determine your refund. The SOGH physical mailing address is listed on the bottom of this webpage.  All deadlines are 11:59 p.m. CST.


Online registration is no longer available.  If you would like to attend the ACM, we welcome you to join us please send an e-mail so that we can anticipate your attendance and verify the correct rate.  We will accept payment by check or credit card onsite.



 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24th

Sunday Afternoon Workshops

The ACM schedule is designed for attendees to participate in morning General Session lectures and then to select one afternoon workshop in which to participate.  All afternoon workshops run concurrently so registrants cannot attend more than one each day.

1:45 - 2:15 p.m.
Bus Service to Offsite SIM Center (OSC)

2:15 - 5:15 p.m.
A series of workshops will be offered on this half-day prior to the opening General Session of the ACM.  Afternoon Workshop options are outlined in the table below.  Workshops will be at The Roosevelt with the exception of those designated as Offsite Simulation Center (*OSC).

Workshop

Capacity

Price

THIS SESSION IS NOW SOLD OUT!

OB Emergencies Simulation Workshop (*OSC)     NOTE: This workshop time will be 2:15 - 5:45 p.m.
Faculty: SOGH Simulation Faculty
High fidelity scenarios designed to emphasize communication skills and team work principles for standard and complex obstetric emergencies.  Both novice and expert participants will learn and review core teamwork principles such as SBAR, closed loop communication, situational awareness and debriefing.  These principles will be practiced in high risk scenarios that may be faced by the OB hospitalist. Specific scenario objectives include:

  1. Review indications and techniques for safe vacuum assisted vaginal delivery
  2. Review maneuvers and present a sample strategy for management of shoulder dystocia
  3. Review in detail Hydatidiform Molar gestation common patient presentations, medical complications and their management in the acute setting
  4. Review current treatment recommendations for management of acute hemorrhage
  5. Learn the diagnostic criteria of the classic amniotic fluid embolism presentation
  6. Understand the current management guidelines for an amniotic fluid embolism
  7. To review basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation ​
  8. Learn the important modifications of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a pregnant patient
(Bus service provided to and from SIM Center)

24

SOLD OUT

$325.00

SOLD OUT

Ultrasound for the OB/GYN Hospitalist  THIS SESSION IS NOW SOLD OUT!

Faculty: Jeff Dungan

Attendees of the Ultrasound workshop with Dr. Dungan will receive a $50 discount from Perinatal Quality Foundation for our Cervical Length Education and Review program (CLEAR).

24

SOLD OUT

$285.00

SOLD OUT

Negotiation Effectiveness
Faculty: Andrea Schneider
36 $285.00
Training Skills Stations
The stations offer opportunities to observe and practice the application of vital surgical and technical skills outside of an emergency setting. Stations include skills required during post-partum hemorrhage, impacted fetal head, laparoscopy, maternal code, LARC and more.  A volunteer SOGH physician skilled in performing a specific procedure utilizing a specific device(s) will lead each skills station.
40 $185.00

 

5:45 - 6:15 p.m.
Bus Service to The Roosevelt

SUNDAY EVENING
SOGH has secured discounted fees on a number of local tours and attractions.  Feel free to also review this comprehensive Visitor's Guide and explore the city on your own.  Please make the most of your visit and Experience New Orleans! 

 



 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th

Monday Morning General Session

7:00 - 7:45 a.m.
Breakfast

8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Chest Pain and Shortness of Breath in Pregnancy with Dr. Afshan B. Hameed

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Headaches and Seizures with Dr. Elizabeth E. Gerard

10:15 - 10:30 a.m.
Refreshment Break

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Diabetic Ketoacidosis with Dr. Mark B. Landon

11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Implementation of National Safety Bundles: Your role as a Hospital Quality Leader with Dr. Elliot Main

12:45 - 1:45 p.m.
LUNCH

1:15 - 1:45 p.m.
Bus Service to Offsite SIM Center (OSC)


 

Monday Afternoon Workshops 

The ACM schedule is designed for attendees to participate in morning General Session lectures and then to select one afternoon workshop in which to participate.  All afternoon workshops run concurrently so registrants cannot attend more than one each day.

2:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Afternoon Workshop options are outlined in the table below.  Workshops will be at The Roosevelt with the exception of those designated as *OSC.

Workshop

Capacity

Price

THIS SESSION IS NOW SOLD OUT!

OB Emergencies Simulation Workshop (*OSC)     NOTE: This workshop time will be 1:45 - 5:15 p.m.
Faculty: SOGH Simulation Faculty
High fidelity scenarios designed to emphasize communication skills and team work principles for standard and complex obstetric emergencies.  Both novice and expert participants will learn and review core teamwork principles such as SBAR, closed loop communication, situational awareness and debriefing.  These principles will be practiced in high risk scenarios that may be faced by the OB hospitalist. Specific scenario objectives include:

  1. Review indications and techniques for safe vacuum assisted vaginal delivery
  2. Review maneuvers and present a sample strategy for management of shoulder dystocia
  3. Review in detail Hydatidiform Molar gestation common patient presentations, medical complications and their management in the acute setting
  4. Review current treatment recommendations for management of acute hemorrhage
  5. Learn the diagnostic criteria of the classic amniotic fluid embolism presentation
  6. Understand the current management guidelines for an amniotic fluid embolism
  7. To review basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation ​
  8. Learn the important modifications of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a pregnant patient
(Bus service provided to and from SIM Center)

24

SOLD OUT

$325.00

SOLD OUT

TeamSTEPPS 2.0 Fundamentals
Facilitators: Kevin Krane, MD (Tulane School of Medicine); Rita Preiksaitis, RN (Tulane University Hospital & Clinic)
TeamSTEPPS is a teamwork system developed jointly by the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) to improve institutional collaboration and communication relating to patient safety. The Fundamentals course defines and demonstrates the TeamSTEPPS 2.0 tools and strategies in the areas of team structure, communication, leading teams, situation monitoring, and mutual support.
24 $285.00
Advanced Interpretation of Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring 
Faculty: Dr. M. Sean Esplin
36 $285.00
Training Skills Stations
The stations offer opportunities to observe and practice the application of vital surgical and technical skills outside of an emergency setting. Stations include skills required during post-partum hemorrhage, impacted fetal head, laparoscopy, maternal code, LARC and more.  A volunteer SOGH physician skilled in performing a specific procedure utilizing a specific device(s) will lead each skills station.
40  $185.00

Nexplanon Workshop (NON CME WORKSHOP) will conclude at 3:45 p.m.
This session includes hands-on training for placement and removal procedures as well as localization techniques. Completion of this course will allow the attendee to order NEXPLANON® from an authorized distributor. The training is open to advanced practice clinicians with furnishing numbers or prescribing privileges in their state and to physicians only.  

During the clinical program for Nexplanon (etonogestrel implant) you will receive hands on training for insertion and removal procedures, as well as learn implant localization techniques. Completion of this course will allow you to order the product from authorized distributors. This session, which is authorized by Merck, is not accredited for continuing education credit. The training is open only to advanced practice clinicians with furnishing numbers of prescribing privileges in their state. It is Merck’s policy to verify all clinicians’ practice, license, and eligibility information in advance of the training. Merck will contact you directly if there is a problem. Participants are expected to attend the entire training session, which is approximately 90 minutes in duration. Certificates of attendance will not be issued for persons who arrive late or leave early.

25 FREE

 

5:15 - 5:45 p.m.
Bus Service to The Roosevelt Hotel


6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Opening Night Reception in the Historic Roosevelt Blue Room featuring a live performance by New Orleans' own Mia Borders
Opening Night Reception generously sponsored by 2017 Annual Clinical Meeting Distinguished Partner, OB Hospitalist Group


TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th

6:30 - 7:00 a.m.
Chair Yoga with Dr. Rebecca Hutchings

Tuesday Morning General Session

7:00 - 7:45 a.m.
Breakfast and "Controversies in Obstetrics" Panel featuring Dr. Aaron B. Caughey, Dr. Christian M. Pettker, & Scott A. Shainker, DO, MS

 

8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Management of the Unexpected Placenta Accreta with Scott A. Shainker, DO, MS

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Keeping it Safe When Things Get Critical: Fundamentals of Care for Pregnant Patients in the ICU with Dr. Christian M. Pettker

10:15 - 10:30 a.m.
Refreshment Break

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Obstetrician and Midwives: No "i" in Team with Dr. Aaron B. Caughey

Dr. Aaron B. Caughey, Obstetrician and Midwives: No 'i" in Team, was made possible by an educational grant from Sera Prognostics.

11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Managing Stress, Building Resilience: The Imperative of Self-Care for Health Professionals with Dr. Aviad Haramati

12:45 - 2:00 p.m.
SOGH Annual Meeting and Lunch

2:00- 2:30 p.m.
Bus Service to Offsite SIM Center (OSC)


 

Tuesday Afternoon Workshops 

The ACM schedule is designed for attendees to participate in morning General Session lectures and then to select one afternoon workshop in which to participate.  All afternoon workshops run concurrently so registrants cannot attend more than one each day.

2:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Afternoon Workshop options are outlined in the table below.  Workshops will be at The Roosevelt with the exception of those designated as *OSC.

Workshop

Capacity

Price

THIS SESSION IS NOW SOLD OUT!

OB Emergencies Simulation Workshop (*OSC)     NOTE: This workshop time will be 2:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Faculty: SOGH Simulation Faculty
High fidelity scenarios designed to emphasize communication skills and team work principles for standard and complex obstetric emergencies.  Both novice and expert participants will learn and review core teamwork principles such as SBAR, closed loop communication, situational awareness and debriefing.  These principles will be practiced in high risk scenarios that may be faced by the OB hospitalist. Specific scenario objectives include:

  1. Review indications and techniques for safe vacuum assisted vaginal delivery
  2. Review maneuvers and present a sample strategy for management of shoulder dystocia
  3. Review in detail Hydatidiform Molar gestation common patient presentations, medical complications and their management in the acute setting
  4. Review current treatment recommendations for management of acute hemorrhage
  5. Learn the diagnostic criteria of the classic amniotic fluid embolism presentation
  6. Understand the current management guidelines for an amniotic fluid embolism
  7. To review basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation ​
  8. Learn the important modifications of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in a pregnant patient
(Bus service provided to and from SIM Center)

24

 

SOLD OUT!

$325.00

 

SOLD OUT!

Train the Trainer (*OSC)
Faculty: SOGH Simulation Faculty
Train the Trainer is a didactic and hands-on course designed to enable participants to bring in-situ low fidelity simulation to their own L+D units. The focus is on providing the participant with tools to improve team communication while removing site specific barriers to effective response to emergencies.  Once finished with this course, the participant will have a framework to develop and run multidisciplinary scenarios for unit specific needs for maintenance and acquisition of skills. Specific objectives include:  
  1. Understand  how the teamwork principles of leadership, situational awareness, mutual support and communication can improve patient safety 
  2. Develop strategies to get buy- in from hospital leadership and staff to develop a program of regular simulation.
  3. Learn how to develop, run and debrief basic simulations using low fidelity tools on labor unit at home institution.

(Bus service provided to and from SIM Center)

24 $285.00

NOTE: This workshop will run from 2:00-3:30 p.m.

An Experiential Introduction to Mind-Body Medicine Skills to Reduce Stress and Foster Resilience and Well-being
Faculty: Dr. Aviad Haramati

36 $285.00
Essential Skills for Safe Operative Vaginal Delivery
Faculty: 
Dr. Aaron B. Caughey & Dr. Emmanuelle Paré 
40 $285.00
Advanced Interpretation of Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
Faculty: Dr. M. Sean Esplin
 40  $285.00

 

6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Bus Service to The Roosevelt 

 

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Cocktail Hour on The Roosevelt Pool Deck - hosted by Presidio Insurance

 

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Educational Symposium



WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27th

Wednesday Morning General Session

7:00 - 7:45 a.m.
Breakfast

8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Learnings from Litigation with Sue Gardner & Jane van Dis

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
The Second Victim with Dr. Patrice M. Weiss

10:15 - 10:30 a.m.
Refreshment Break

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
The OB/GYN Hospitalist Role in Promoting Vaginal Delivery with Dr. David Lagrew

11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
The Educational Future of Our Subspecialty: Fellowships and Core Competencies with Dr. Jennifer Butler

12:45 - 1:00 p.m.
Closing Remarks



Online registration is no longer available.  If you would like to attend the ACM, we welcome you to join us please send an e-mail so that we can anticipate your attendance and verify the correct rate.  We will accept payment by check or credit card onsite.



Special thanks to our 2017 Annual Clinical Meeting Distinguished Partner:


 


 

New Orleans: Hotel, Transportation, and Tourist Information

Excited about exploring The Big Easy? All the hotel, transportation, and tourist information you need is right here for your convenience.


HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

ACM CONFERENCE HOTEL

The Roosevelt (A Waldorf Astoria Hotel)
130 Roosevelt Way
New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 648-1200
Map
Website

You may use this link to book your reservation at the ACM Conference Hotel.  Please note the reservation cutoff period with The Roosevelt ended on August 28th.   

 

ADDITIONAL HOTEL OPTIONS

A number of hotels are available within walking distance of the ACM Conference Hotel, The Roosevelt.  Please note that SOGH has not contracted with any of these hotels for special ACM discounted rates:

  • Courtyard by Marriott New Orleans French Quarter/Iberville - Located at 910 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70112.  Contact the hotel directly at 504.523.2400 or access reservations online.
  • Crowne Plaza New Orleans French Quarter - Located at Canal St & Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70130.  Contact the hotel directly at 504.962.0500 or access reservations online.
  • Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans - located at 800 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA 70112.  Contact the hotel directly at 504.586.0800 or access reservations online.
  • Holiday Inn French Quarter Chateau Lemoyne - located at 301 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70112. Contact the hotel directly at 504.581.1303 or access reservations online.
  • MOXY New Orleans Downtown/French Quarter Area - located at 210 O'Keefe Ave, New Orleans, LA 70112. Contact the hotel directly at 504.525.6800 or access reservations online.

ACM Airport Shuttle Information

SOGH has secured a special rate from Airport Shuttle New Orleans for your travel to and from the airport.  you can book a ride for $24 each way, or $40 round trip.  Use this link to book your reservations today!

Other local transportation information:


 

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

The ACM conference hotel, The Roosevelt, is located 15 miles from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (airport code MSY).  To assist with your flight reservations, a list of the 17 major airlines with flights to MSY is attached for your convenience.  You may also access the airport website for additional information.


 

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