Cedars-Sinai Otolaryngology: 2019

Friday, March 15, 2019, 8:00 AM - Sunday, March 17, 2019, 5:00 PM PST, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Registration is now closed. On-site registration will be available. 

Meeting Location: 
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Harvey Morse Conference Center
South Tower, Plaza Level
8700 Gracie Allen Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Parking:
Self-parking is available in the visitor parking lots P1, P2 or P4 for a daily rate of $10.00.

P1 on George Burns Road, North Tower, between Beverly Blvd and Alden Drive
P2 on George Burns Road, Spielberg Building, between Beverly Blvd and Alden Drive
P4 on Sherbourne Drive between 3rd St & Gracie Allen

Please refer to the campus map link: Click Here

This dynamic and interactive 3-day conference will equip Otolaryngologists, Primary Care Providers, Sleep Specialists, and other healthcare providers with the most current clinical information, technological advances, innovative approaches, and recent guidelines to support the optimal care of patients presenting with sleep disorders and ear, nose, and throat conditions. Day One is a 4-hour afternoon/evening program focused on various aspects of obstructive sleep apnea, medical and surgical weight loss therapies, utilization of dental devices and other aspects of treating OSA and CPAP-intolerant patients. Participants will attend a working dinner and will select 2 of 4 relevant topic sessions. The day will end with a cadaver prosection demonstration of hypoglossal nerve stimulation. 

Day Two offers a comprehensive exploration of sinus center best practices. The morning session will focus on practical office-based approaches to sinus disease management and sinus surgery. Other topics to be explored include endoscopic Denker’s approach for tumors of the anterior maxilla, the effect of sinus surgery on the voice, frontal drill-out with obliteration, middle turbinate management, and pediatric sinus surgery. Following a working lunch, the program will update attendees on multiple aspects of Eustachian Tube (ET) anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology of ET dysfunction, and indications and results of ET techniques. An optional hands-on cadaver workshop will enhance skills in ET balloon dilation and other procedures.Day Three is designed to meet the ENT needs of the Primary Care Provider. The program agenda is divided into four sessions - Ears, Nose/Sinus, Mouth/Throat, and Neck – with each session offering an in-depth review of the most important issues facing PCPs. A working lunch encourages interaction among participants and faculty and an afternoon Skills Lab presents a final opportunity for attendees to practice the application of acquired knowledge in an educational setting.

1. Evaluate treatments and diagnostic modalities that can be used for patients suffering with sinusitis and other nasal disorders to improve their quality of life
2. Describe key points in endoscopic sinus surgery in the management of pediatric and adult sinus conditions
3. Apply current methods for the diagnosis and treatment of patients with Eustachian Tube disorders
4. Evaluate techniques and methods for managing tumors of the anterior maxilla to maximize outcomes and minimize complications and side effects
5. Discuss new technologies, instrumentation, and techniques available to improve the treatment of patients with sinus disorders, including those requiring functional nasal airway reconstruction
6. Identify medical and surgical approaches for the adult patient population based on the relationship between sleep apnea and weight
7. Effectively manage obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), including utilization of dental devices to minimize the risk of developing CVD for certain patients
8. Recognize when to refer a patient to an ENT specialist and be able to counsel patients regarding possible treatment options the specialist might recommend
9. Determine appropriate assessment and management strategies for patients seeking treatment for clinical ear conditions
10. Participate in ear, nose, and throat skills labs to enhance performance in practice

Register by February 22, 2019:

Physicians	$200
Non-physicians	$125
Resident/Fellows	Free

Register after February 22, 2019:

Physicians	$225
Non-physicians	$150
Resident/Fellows	Free

*Single day pricing also available!  Per Day:  $75 (Physician) / $50 (Non-physician) 

To Pay by Check:

Mail registration form and payment (with checks made payable to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center) to:
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Office of Continuing Medical Education
Attn: Registrations
8797 Beverly Boulevard, #250
Los Angeles, CA 90048


Refund Policy:

All cancellations must be submitted in writing and refunds will be subject to an administrative charge. Please e-mail cancellation request to [email protected]. If you do not receive confirmation of your cancellation via e-mail, please call (310) 423-5548. 

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation Statement
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 19.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Non-Physician Attendance
Non-Physician Attendance (RN, NP, PA and Other Learners) Credit is provided to non-physicians who participate in activities that were designated for "AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™".  The Boards for AANP, NCCPA, and ANCC accepts course approved by the ACCME for Category 1 credit as meeting the continuing education requirements for license renewal.


AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ (MD, DO) (19.00 hours), Non-Physician AMA Attendance (19.00 hours)

Distinguished Guest Faculty 

Daniel Lee, MD, FACS
Director, Pediatric Otology
and Neurotology
Director, Fellowship in Neurotology
Associate Professor of Otolaryngology,
Harvard Medical School
Massachusetts Eye and Ear
Boston, MA

Ralph Metson, MD
Clinical Professor of Otology and Laryngology
Massachusetts Eye and Ear
Boston, MA

Dennis Poe, MD, PhD
Associate Professor of Otology and Laryngology, Harvard Medical School
Boston Children’s Hospital
Boston, MA

 David Smith, MD
Assistant Professor
Divisions of Pediatric Otolaryngology/Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

 

Guest Faculty

Naveen D Bhandarkar, MD
Associate Professor
UCI Health

Ryan Foland
Managing Partner of InfluenceTree

David  B.  Keschner, MD
Rhinology and Advanced Sinus Surgery
Souther California Permanente Medical Group

Eric J. Kezirian, MD
Professor and Vice Chair, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
University of Southern California

Jivianne  Lee, MD
Associate Professor, Department of Head and Neck Surgery
University of California, Los Angeles

Charles Schatz, MD
Clinical Professor of Radiology
Clinical Professor of Otolaryngology
University of Southern California

George Schroeder
Director, Risk Management
Cedars-Sinai

Jeffrey  Suh, MD
Associate Professor
University of California, Los Angeles

Bozena B. Wrobel, MD
Otolaryngology, Rhinology, Sinus, and Skill Base Surgery
University of Southern California

This dynamic and interactive 3-day conference will equip Otolaryngologists, Primary Care Providers, Sleep Specialists, and other healthcare providers with the most current clinical information, technological advances, innovative approaches, and recent guidelines to support the optimal care of patients presenting with sleep disorders and ear, nose, and throat conditions.

Day 1

OSA: Treatment of the CPAP-Intolerant Patient

Day 2

Sinus and Eustachian Tube Surgery: “How I do it”

Day 3

Advances in Otolaryngology for the Primary Care Specialist

Exhibit Tiers

Platinum Sponsor - $3500 (1 space available)

•Premiere booth location, next to registration desk in atrium
•Additional space allocated near table for large equipment/displays
•One (1) large eight-foot table for all three days of the conference
•Complimentary registration for four (4)
•Top billing on posters thanking our exhibitors

Gold Sponsor - $2500 (4 space available)

•Prime booth location in atrium
•Additional space allocated near table for large equipment/displays
•One (1) six-foot table for all three days of the conference
•Complimentary registration for three (3)
•Second billing on posters thanking our exhibitors

Silver Sponsor - $1500 (10 space available)

•Optimal booth location for tabletop vendor in room across from the auditorium
•One (1) six-foot table for all three days of the conference
•Complimentary registration for two (2)
•Third billing on posters thanking our exhibitors

 

This year, we have limited the number of vendors to ensure maximum visibility to those that choose to participate. Online registration is now open and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve your space, please visit our website. Once logged-in, you will need to select the appropriate exhibit product and proceed with selecting payment method option. Due to limited spaces, please register early to ensure maximum visibility of your investment.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Narine Vardanyan at [email protected] or Ani Mardakhanian at [email protected]. We look forward to your participation and support!