PROGRAM

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Meeting Format

The formal scientific program will begin with the Skills Development Day and Nuchal Translucency Course on Thursday 4 September, 2003. Sonographers and Medical Specialists will be working together to offer an interesting mix of current trends in sonography. This will be an exciting and informative day for sonographers, doctors and medical specialists to participate in a workshop format that allows maximum "hands on" experience to a limited number of registrants.

A panel of International and Australian experts will be presenting an exciting, dynamic and informative program which we believe will be of interest to a wide and varied audience.

International Keynote Speakers

Dr Anil Ahuja, MD
Professor, Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Organ Imaging
The Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin
New Territories, HONG KONG

Area of Expertise - Head and Neck Ultrasound

Mr Timothy Hartshorne
Department of Surgery, Leicester Royal Infirmary
Leicester, UNITED KINGDOM

Area of Expertise - Vascular Ultrasound

Professor Wolfgang Holzgreve
Chair, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
University of Basel
Basel, SWITZERLAND

Area of Expertise - Obstetrics & Gynaecological Ultrasound

Dr Thomas Stavros, MD
Craig Hospital, Englewood
Colorado, USA

Area of Expertise - Breast, Vascular and Small Parts Ultrasound

Professor Seung Hyup Kim
Seoul National University Hospital
Seoul, KOREA

Area of Expertise - Imaging and Nonvascular Intervention of the Genitourinary Tract

DR ANIL AHUJA, MD

Dr Anil Ahuja's interest is Imaging of the Head and Neck (with a special interest in Head & Neck ultrasound). Dr Ahuja is presently in charge of all neck ultrasound and all ultrasound-guided biopsies in the neck. At the Prince of Wales Hospital Dr Ahuja is responsible for the weekly Head & Neck clinical meeting and has set up protocols for staging Head & Neck Cancers with Ultrasound, CT and MR.

MR TIMOTHY HARTSHORNE

Mr Timothy Hartshorne has worked in the field of Vascular Ultrasound as a Vascular Technologist for 18 years. Mr Hartshorne's specialist areas include lower limb arterial scanning and the follow up of endovascular aortic aneurism repairs. Mr Hartshorne is also involved in research projects connected with venous disorders and arterial wall motion.

PROFESSOR WOLFGANG HOLZGREVE

Professor Wolfgang Holzgreve graduated from Medical School in 1982 and was a post-doctoral fellow of the German Research Foundation at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Reproductive Sciences at the University of California in San Francisco, USA. Since 1995 Professor Holzgreve has been the Chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Basel. Professor Holzgreve's main fields of interest are perinatal diagnosis, obstetrics/ gynaecology ultrasound and therapy and currently single cell microchimerism and stem cell research.

DR THOMAS STAVROS, MD

Dr Tom Stavros completed his post graduate at the University of Colorado in Denver in 1976. Dr Stavros was certified at the American Board of Radiology in 1976 and has special training in carotid and general angiography. Dr Stavros has over 30 publications and has conducted over 600 oral presentations and abstracts. Dr Stavros has extensive experience in Ultrasound/ Noninvasive Vascular Ultrasound and is a member of a variety of Medical Societies.

PROFESSOR SEUNG HYUP KIM

Dr Seung Hyup Kim is the professor of radiology at Seoul National University Hospital. Dr Kim's interest is imaging and nonvascular intervention in the genitourinary tract. Dr Kim has published more than 200 articles and is the editor of the book entitled "Radiology Illustrated: Uroradiology" published by Sauders. Dr Kim will publish "Radiology Illustrated: Gynecologic Imaging" with the same publisher by the end of 2004.

Nuchal Translucency Course

The course is primarily focused at those requiring training for Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF) accreditation. However it will be an informative program for practitioners in any directly related clinical field, eg: Genetic Counsellors and Midwives. Their input to discussion will be valuable and attendance is welcomed. The course will be based on the FMF course in the UK and participants will receive a copy of the CD 'The 11 - 14 weeks scan' by Nicolaides, Sebire, Snijders and Ximenes. The theoretical course is the first step to accreditation as a user of the FMF program within Australia and is open to all involved in obstetric ultrasound. Practice Improvement points are obtainable for Fellows of RANZCOG.

For further information about the program contact nuchaltrans@ranzcog.edu.au click here.

Program Information

SCIENTIFIC PAPERS AND POSTERS
The program will include both scientific papers and posters. The Organising Committee encourages registrants to submit either or both. Scientific papers will be of 15 minutes duration including 5 minutes discussion time.

Poster presentations are an extremely effective way to present information at a scientific meeting. It is an ideal way to present research papers and case studies and has proved to be a popular alternative to an oral presentation. The advantages are that posters allow delegates to consider the material in their own time and are free to discuss any point informally with the presenter.

PRIZES
Papers submitted by registrants are generally eligible for a range of generous prizes offered by our corporate sponsors. Details of these prizes will be published in the ASUM Bulletin.

CPD CREDIT POINTS
ASUM members may claim points in MOSIPP to fulfil their ASAR CPD requirements. With your authorisation ASUM will provide this information directly to ASAR thereby updating the Registry CPD database each February.

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists, the Australasian Sonographers Accreditation Registry and the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers will award cognate points towards continuing education. Fellows of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians should claim credit points appropriate to their participation under the Accredited Meeting Category of Continued Medical Education in the maintenance of professional standards programs.

ASUM members may claim points in MOSIPP category 2 for attendance at ASUM 2003 as follows:
Full Conference Attendance = 18 points
(Including Skills Development Day)

Conference Attendance Only = 14 points
(Not including Skills Development Day)

Attendance on Thursday 4^th = 4 points
(Skills Development Day)

Attendance on Friday 5^th = 6 points

Attendance on Saturday 6^th = 6 points

Attendance on Sunday 7^th = 2 points

Registration Entitlements

ASUM Member Delegate = Final Program; Themed Meeting Dinner, Admission to Scientific Sessions, Meeting Satchel, Welcome Reception, Lunches, Morning & Afternoon Teas

ASUM Non-Member Delegate = Final Program; Themed Meeting Dinner, Admission to Scientific Sessions, Meeting Satchel, Welcome Reception, Lunches, Morning & Afternoon Teas

Day Registration = Final Program; Admission to Scientific Sessions, Meeting Satchel, Lunch on registered day only, Morning & Afternoon Teas on registered day only

Weekend Registration = Final Program; Admission to Scientific Sessions, Meeting Satchel, Lunch on registered day only, Morning & Afternoon Teas on registered day only

Skills Day Registration = Admission to Skills Day session only, Lunch on skills day only, Morning & Afternoon Teas on skills day only

Nuchal Day Registration = Admission to Nuchal Day session only, Lunch on nuchal day only, Morning & Afternoon Teas on nuchal day only

Registration Information

PAYMENT
Payment of fees must accompany all registration forms. Confirmation of bookings will not be forwarded until payments are received.

Cheque: Please make all cheques/bank drafts payable to:ASUM 2003.
Overseas Delegates please note that personal cheques will not be accepted.
All payments must be in Australian Dollars only (A$).

If you have any difficulty with remittance of payment caused by your country's foreign currency regulations, registration payment may be remitted by telegraphic transfer to the ASUM 2003 account.

Telegraphic Transfer:
SWIFT Code: WPACAU2S
BSB No: 032090
Account No: 354713
Account Name: ASUM 2003
Bank: Westpac Banking Corporation
Address: Chatswood, NSW 2067 Australia

Credit Card:
All major credit cards are accepted: American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, and Visa

REGISTRATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Your registration will be acknowledged in writing by fax or mail confirming your requirements according to your registration form. However attendance at the Congress and the associated registration fee and accommodation bookings are only confirmed upon receipt of payment. Fees are based on date of receipt of payment. (Not based on date of receipt of registration forms).

ALTERATIONS
Alterations to your registration will not be accepted over the telephone. Please fax or e-mail any amendments to the Meeting Secretariat.

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
Cancellations must be advised in writing to the Meeting Secretariat. Cancellations received prior to Friday 13 June 2003 will receive a full refund of registration fees less an administration charge of A$100.00. Cancellations after this date will not be refundable. Cancelled Social Program tickets are refundable prior to Friday 29 August 2003. Tickets cannot be returned for re-selling after this date.

Social Program

WELCOME RECEPTION
1800 - 2000
Friday 5 September 2003
Grand Ballroom 1 - Burswood Convention Centre
Cost: Inclusive for full registered delegates; Additional Tickets A$40.00 per person
Dress: Smart Casual

The Meeting Committee invite you to join them for the official Welcome Reception. You will have the opportunity to indulge in fine Australian food and wine and more importantly, renew old acquaintances and form new ones.

THEMED MEETING DINNER
1900 - 2230
Saturday 6 September 2003
Grand Ballroom 2 - Burswood Convention Centre
Cost: Inclusive for full registered delegates; Additional Tickets: A$100.00 per person
Dress: Smart Casual

Please note that the Themed Meeting Dinner is included as part of the full meeting registration fee. To ensure your participation at the Meeting Dinner, you are required to present your dinner documentation to the Registration Desk by no later than Friday 5 September (afternoon tea time) to receive your table allocation ticket.

Accommodation Information

The Meeting Secretariat will be pleased to make accommodation reservations on your behalf. A special Meeting rate has been secured. Please complete the separate accommodation form and return it prior to Thursday 31 July 2003. Any bookings received after this date cannot be guaranteed. Accommodation will be allocated in order of receipt of bookings and payment. Early registration is advised. Accommodation rates are room only per night and do not include breakfast unless otherwise indicated. Room rates include GST.

BURSWOOD INTERNATIONAL RESORT CASINO
5 Star
Great Eastern Highway
Perth WA 6100
Superior Twin A$210.00
Deluxe Kings A$210.00

When only the best will do, this is the place. The ultimate in five star luxury accommodation and service, where every taste, every whim is catered for. Featuring 414 deluxe rooms, the Resort is designed to ensure all rooms take advantage of the stunning views of the Swan River and Perth City. Facilities include shopping plaza, numerous restaurants, cafe´s and bars, indoor and outdoor pools, gymnasium, tennis courts, cycle hire, jogging tracks, 18 hole golf course, business centre and 24 hour Casino.

DUXTON HOTEL PERTH
4 Star
1^st Georges Terrace
Perth WA 6000
Deluxe Room A$199.00

Located next door to the Perth Concert Hall this hotel was opened in October 1996 with elegant surroundings and luxury decor. Beautifully situated in the City's business district within a few minutes walk of the city centre. The Hotel overlooks the river with central parklands and riverside walkways onto its doorstep. The Duxton offers 24-hour reception, gymnasium/health centre, swimming pool, spa, sauna and business facilities and hotel restaurant and bar.

GOODEARTH HOTEL
3.5 Star
195 Adelaide Terrace
Perth WA 6000
Studio A$85.00
Family 1 Bdrm Suite A$120.00

The three and a half-star hotel is conveniently located for all of Perth's attractions and overlooks the beautifully tranquil Swan River and its foreshore parklands. Choice of either a studio or family one bedroom suite all with self contained kitchenette, ensuite, colour TV and movies. The BYO Asian and International restaurant specialises in Halal cuisine. Facilities also include breakfast restaurant, bistro and coffee shop open 7 days.

PERTH AMBASSADOR HOTEL
3.5 Star
196 Adelaide Terrace
Perth WA 6000
Standard A$84.00
Standard incl B/Fast A$96.00

The Perth Ambassador Hotel is a 3.5 star hotel with 171 well appointed rooms. All rooms include colour televisions, fridge, free in-house movies, tea and coffee making facilities and feature separate shower and bath. The Health Centre complete with sauna and spa offers its' guests relaxation. Other features of the Hotel include valet dry cleaning, coin operated laundry, brasserie and cocktail bar, and ample off street parking.

DEPOSIT
A deposit equivalent to one night's room tariff is required to secure your reservation. Reservations will not be actioned unless a deposit is received. The accommodation deposit is payable to ICMS Travel, and must be separate to the registration fee payment. The deposit will be forfeited if the room is not occupied on the advised arrival date of arrival.

CHEQUES
Please make all cheques/bank drafts payable to: ICMS Travel

Overseas Delegates please note that personal cheques will not be accepted. All payments must be in Australian Dollars only (A$). If you have any difficulty with remittance of payment caused by your country's foreign currency regulations, accommodation deposits can be remitted by telegraphic transfer to the ICMS Travel Trust Account as follows:

SWIFT Code: ANZBAU3M
BSB No: 013 435
Account No: 3103 44706
Account Name: ICMS Travel Trust
Bank: ANZ (Australian & New Zealand Banking Group Limited)
Address: 307 Clarendon Street, South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3205

It is essential that a copy of the bank stamped transfer details and a copy of the original completed registration form is faxed to the Meeting Secretariat to assist in identifying your transfer from the bank.

"Bank charges will not be covered by the Meeting"

CREDIT CARD
All major credit cards are accepted: American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, and Visa.

CHANGE OF BOOKING
1. All changes must be in writing.
2. Prior to Thursday 31 July 2003, all changes should be marked to the attention of the Meeting Secretariat C/- ICMS Travel

ALTERATIONS/ CANCELLATION OF BOOKINGS
Accommodation bookings cancelled after Thursday 31 July, 2003 will forfeit the deposit. Amendments after this time will incur a charge of A$25 per change. Contact via e-mail is preferred: asum2003@icms.com.au

ARRIVAL TIME
Please indicate on your registration form your estimated time of arrival at the hotel. Check in time is 1400. Should you wish to guarantee a room for your arrival prior to that time it is recommend that you book and pay for the room for the evening prior to your arrival.

Perth Host City

Perth is Western Australia's vibrant riverside capital. A city with an easygoing lifestyle and friendliness second to none. Perth flanks the broard reaches of the Swan River and is bordered by the Indian Ocean to the west and the Darling Ranges to the east.

A sophisticated yet casual city, there are museums, art galleries, parks, restaurants and a wealth of shops to explore.

The city offers a diversity of hotels, motels, serviced apartments and self-catering, accommodation, often at a cost structure which compares most favourable with other Australian cities.

Connecting flights throughout Australia are frequent with direct flights from many of the major regional western Pacific cities on a daily basis. Regular scheduled air coach services provide the ideal source of transportation to discover this vast State.