• A 5-day comprehensive, high-yield review, includes all aspects of clinical anesthesiology and the subspecialties such as cardiac, pediatrics, critical care medicine, and pain medicine
  
• Pre- and Post-test questions included with your course registration packet
  
• Strong emphasis on preparation for maintenance of certification or board certification
  
• An Interactive Q&A Session using an Audience Response System will be utilized by each speaker
  
• Free Simulation Sessions at the ASA Endorsed WISER Center (optional) designed by faculty with real experience in simulation provides a unique learning atmosphere
  
• One-on-One Mock Oral Examination available for an additional $150
  
• A comprehensive printed syllabus plus a CD-ROM will be provided as part of your registration fee plus generous breakfast, lunch and breaks included with complimentary High Speed Wi-Fi

Program Chair: Rita M. Patel, MD

“I attended this course two years ago and came back because the information is so useful.”
— Joel Dye, MD

“Exceeded my expectations. I know my areas of weakness and this course has filled that gap. 
I would highly recommend this course to a colleague.”
— Norbert Cardoso, MD

At the conclusion of the course, participants will:

• Be able to discuss relevant scientific and clinical information necessary to prepare for the Certification and Recertification examinations including principles of physiology, pharmacology, and physics necessary for state-of-the-art practice
  
• Build core competencies in anesthesiology as outlined in the Maintenance of Certification process
  
• Become familiar with strategies for studying for examination and review high-yield topics in question form
  
• Improve their management of intraoperative events often examined via participation in optional simulation scenes
  
• Be more prepared for oral examination via participation in optional practice oral board sessions

Course Description

The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Department of Anesthesiology is pleased to present their 6th Annual Anesthesiology Board Review Course.

The conference provides an in-depth specialty review, designed to provide anesthesiologists and anesthesiologists-in-training with the current and relevant information they need to prepare for Certification Examination and Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program.

This updated lecture series will be presented by clinician-educators that actively teach and practice within the specialty area on which they are lecturing. Interactive Q&A Sessions using an Audience Response System will be utilized by each speaker focusing on review sample questions to provide practice and reinforce learning.

Optional simulation sessions take place at the University of Pittsburgh’s award-winning and ASA-Endorsed Peter M. Winter Institute for Simulation, Education and Research (WISER). University faculty who design simulations and regularly teach CME courses at WISER will guide learning.

In addition, attendees will benefit from several special features. These include pre- and post-test questions so they can monitor their progress and assess their learning needs. A comprehensive printed syllabus plus a CD-ROM will be provided at the conference, allowing attendees to continue to review the material after the conference. And One-on-One Practice Oral Examination is also available for an additional charge to help attendees prepare for this challenging exam.

Who Should Attend

• Anesthesiologists and anesthesiologists-in-training
  
• Other anesthesia professionals – nurse anesthetists and anesthesia assistants

Accreditation

The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Designation

The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 41.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Each physician should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Maintenance of Certification

The curriculum is designed to match the subject matter of the specialty board requirements, including current standards of care. The program is a useful tool in aiding practitioners who now are evaluated through the American Board of Medical Specialties’ Maintenance of Certification process. Board-certified physicians must build six core competencies to qualify for quality patient care within their medical specialty: appropriate patient care, application of medical knowledge, interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, systems-based practice for optimal care, and practice-based learning and improvement.

Course Agenda (subject to change)

Program Chair

Rita M. Patel, MD

Professor of Anesthesiology
Vice Chair for Education
Associate Dean for GME

In her role as Vice-Chair, Education for the Department of Anesthesiology, she served as Program Director for the residency program for seven years, and also supervises the direction of the medical student, residency and fellowship programs.

Throughout the years, she has been involved in multiple faculty development programs, including organizing and directing several educational retreats, GME Leadership Conferences and “Teaching the Teacher” sessions.

Her clinical practice is in the subspecialty of Obstetrical Anesthesiology at Magee-Womens Hospital of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, a tertiary referral center for high-risk pregnancies.

Featuring Expert Faculty from The University of Pittsburgh, Department of Anesthesiology who actively teach and practice within the specialty area on which they are lecturing.

Course Location and Accommodations

The course will be held at the Doubletree Hotel & Suites Pittsburgh City Center, One Bigelow Square, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States 15219.

BOOK EARLY - Space is Limited!

To make reservations by phone, please call
1-800-222 TREE (8733) or register on-line at: www.pittsburghcitycenter.doubletree.com
Group Code: OAK

A block of rooms has been reserved for attendees at a special reduced rate of $119 per night. This rate is available on a first-come, first-served basis until 12:00 AM Sunday, February 6, 2011. After February 6, 2011, requests and name changes received after the cut-off date will be accepted on a rate and space-available basis at the group rate or best available rate.

Complimentary High Speed Wi-Fi will be provided in all sleeping rooms and the lobby. Complimentary pass to the Fitness Center is also included plus receive discounted parking rates of $15 ($5.00 savings per day). Attendees are responsible for making their own lodging and transportation arrangements.

Air Travel & Transportation

Directions From Pittsburgh International Airport
Distance from hotel: 18 mi. Drive time: 25 min. Rt. 60 South to I-279 North to Fort Pitt Tunnel. Go thru Tunnel & over Fort Pitt Bridge to Exit I-376 Monroeville to Grant St. exit. Follow Grant 4 blocks, right turn onto 6th Ave. Left 1st light onto Bigelow Blvd. Hotel is on the right.

For more driving directions and a map please go to the Hotel Website.

Multi-Attendee Discount

10% discount for two to four attendees; 15% for five or more attendees. Discount is applicable only to tuition fees.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

If you fail the exam within one year of attending the course, we will waive your fee to repeat the conference or offer you a suitable replacement.

Special Accommodations

Individuals with special dietary needs or require auxiliary aids and/or services as identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Oakstone Medical at the number below or e-mail: service@oakstonepub.com.

Cancellation

Registration may be cancelled up to 14 days before the first day of the conference. An administrative fee of $100 will be charged for all cancellations. No refunds will be made for cancellations after February 25, 2011.

Questions?

Call 1-800-284-8433 to speak with a Customer Service Representative. Hours are 7:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M., Monday – Friday, Central Time.