COURSE DIRECTORS

J. GREGORY MODRALL, MD
Associate Professor, Department of Surgery
UT Southwestern Medical Center
RANDALL FRIESE, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery
UT Southwestern Medical Center
ROSHNI RAO, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery
UT Southwestern Medical Center
HOMERO RIVAS, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery
UT Southwestern Medical Center
MARK WATSON, MD
Associate Professor, Department of Surgery
UT Southwestern Medical Center

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This symposium is designed for general and/or specialty surgeons who wish to obtain an update on important topics pertaining to general surgery. Many of the topics, however, cover areas of
multidisciplinary interest and are therefore appropriate for a broad range of medical professionals.

PURPOSE AND CONTENT
This symposium is designed as a comprehensive review of current topics in general surgery and will present the latest clinical information in components such as GI, trauma, endocrine, and oncology. The course material will be conveyed through a syllabus, didactic lectures, case presentations, panel discussions, question-and-answer sessions, slides and videos.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to link the educational objectives to Core Competencies (Medical Knowledge and Patient Care) and be able to describe and discuss:

• The latest procedures and techniques in general and minimally invasive surgery
• Updates in the management of trauma and critical care patients
• Current treatments and challenges in surgical oncology
• Appropriate techniques for bariatric surgery

ACCREDITATION
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CREDIT DESIGNATION
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center designates this educational activity for a maximum of 17.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. The presentation, “Common Ethical Dilemmas for the General Surgeon”, has been designated by The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center for 1 hour of education in medical ethics and/or professional responsibility.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST
It is UT Southwestern’s policy that participants in CME activities should be made aware of any affiliation or financial interest that may affect the speaker’s presentation(s). Each speaker has completed and signed a conflict of interest statement. The faculty members’ relationships will be disclosed in the course syllabus.

DISCUSSION OF OFF-LABEL USE
Because this course is meant to educate physicians with what is currently in use and what may be available in the future, there may be “off-label” use discussed in the presentations. Speakers have bee requested to inform the audience when off-label use is being discussed.

REGISTRATION
The registration fee of $590 (Physicians), $515 (UT Southwestern
Alumni), $350 (Residents), $350 (Nurse), $275 (Retired Physician)
entitles the participants admission to the conference, all course
materials, continental breakfasts, refreshment breaks and Friday lunch.
Lecture notes/slides will be provided on a flash drive to all attendees.
A hard copy of the syllabus can be purchased for $45.

Registration is confirmed upon receipt of registration fee. We are
unable to process any registration without payment. We cannot
guarantee materials on site to anyone registering after April 24, 2009.

Registration confirmation will be sent within 14 days of receipt
of the completed registration form and payment. If you do not
receive confirmation within the 14 day period, please contact our
office at 214-648-3138 or cmeregistrations@utsouthwestern.edu.

REFUND POLICY
A $50 handling fee will be deducted from cancellation refunds. Refund requests must be received by mail or fax prior to April 17, 2009. No refunds will be made thereafter.

CANCELLATION POLICY
The Office of Continuing Medical Education reserves the right to limit registration and cancel courses, no less than two weeks prior to the course, should circumstances make this necessary.

LOCATION

Hilton Anatole
2201 Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, Texas 75207

ACCOMMODATIONS
A block of rooms is being held at the Hilton Anatole for this meeting. To assure your reservation, please call the number below and identify yourself as a participant in the “UT Southwestern General Surgery Symposium” to be eligible for the group rate listed. Reservations received after April 16, 2009 are subject to space and group rate availability.

Hilton Anatole
2201 Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, Texas 75207
Phone: 214-748-1200, Fax: 214-761-7520
Rate: $159.00

Reservations can also be made at the following website:
http://www.marriott.com/dalbr?groupCode=utgutga&app=resvlink

Additional Information
For additional information, please call The Office of Continuing Medical Education, 214-648-3138, 1-800-688-8678, or email generalsurgery@utsouthwestern.edu

To obtain information on other UT Southwestern programs, you can access the Office of Continuing Medical Education’s home page at www.utsouthwestern.edu/cme

For a free email subscription of The Office of Continuing Medical Education’s monthly calendar, send your name, medical specialty, and current email address to:  cmecalendar@utsouthwestern.edu

Program Accessibility
We accommodate people with disabilities.  Please call (214) 648-3138 for more information, or mark the space indicated on the registration form.  To ensure accommodation, please register as soon as possible.

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is committed to providing programs and activities to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability.

UT Southwestern is an equal opportunity institution.