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2009 Sanford Sports MedicineSymposiumMay 8-9, 2009Ramkota Hotel & Conference CenterSioux Falls, SDsanfordhealth.org/sportsmedsymposium
Featured Guest FacultyRobert C. Cantu, MDNeurosurgeonChair of the Department of SurgeryService Chief of NeurosurgeryChairman of the Sports Medicine Committee Emerson HospitalRobert Cantu, MD is the Chief of Neurosurgery, Chairman of the Department of Surgery, and Director of Sports Medicine at Emerson Hospital in Concord,Massachusetts. He also serves as a Clinical Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery, Boston University School of Medicine; Adjunct professor Exercise and SportScience, University North Carolina; Medical Director National Center for Catastrophic Sports Injury Research, University of North Carolina; Co-Director, NeurologicSports Injury Center, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, Neurosurgical Consultant Boston Eagles football team and Boston Cannons professional soccer team.He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of California Berkley, his master’s degree in endocrinology in 1962, and in 1963, his medical degreefrom the University of California Medical School in San Francisco. He completed his surgical internship at Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital in New York Cityand a neurosurgery residency at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, in addition to a simultaneous position of research fellow in physiology at HarvardMedical School.Dr. Cantu has been actively involved with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), serving as President and as Treasurer. In 1996, he was awardedthe ACSM’s Citation Award. This year, Dr. Cantu gave the J.B. Dill Lecture on the History of Concussions at ACSMs annual meeting in New Orleans. He has also beeninvolved with the NFL and Roger Goddell regarding concussions and management guidelines. In addition, Dr. Cantu has served as the ACSM spokesperson regardingNASCAR deaths and safety issues, the consultant for NOCSAE to the NFL Concussion Committee and Co-Chairman for the NASCAR Safety Task Force.Dr. Cantu has authored over 300 scientific publications, including 21 books on neurology and sports medicine, in addition to numerous book chapters, peerreviewed papers, abstracts and free communications, and educational videos. He has served as a consultant to many scholastic and professional athletes on thereturn to collision sports after a head injury or spine injury, and is active speaking on a variety of health-related interests including the overall benefits of moderateregular exercise; the special health and exercise concerns of senior citizens; and sports safety issues with high school athletic trainers, coaches, students and parents.Christopher M. Powers, PhD, PTPhysical TherapistCo-Director of Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research Lab University of Southern CaliforniaChristopher M. Powers, PhD, PT is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biokinesiology & Physical Therapy, and Co-Director of the MBRL atUSC. He also has joint appointments in the Departments of Radiology and Orthopaedic Surgery within the Keck School of Medicine. His primary teachingresponsibilities include the areas of biomechanics and the mechanics of human gait. He received a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from the UC-SantaBarbara in 1984, his master’s degree in Physical Therapy from Columbia University in 1987, and a doctorate degree in Biokinesiology in 1996 from USC. Dr.Powers completed his post-doctoral training at the Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory, UC-Irvine.Dr. Powers studies the biomechanical aspects of human movement. More specifically, his research and publications are concerned with the kinematic,kinetic and muscular actions associated with human movement, the pathomechanics of orthopedic disabilities and issues related to rehabilitation of themusculoskeletal system. He has published over 70 peer-reviewed articles and 120 abstracts and has received several research awards from the AmericanPhysical Therapy Association, including the Rose Excellence in Research Award from the Orthopaedic Section, the Eugene Michels New Investigator Award, theDorothy Briggs Scientific Inquiry Award and the Helen J. Hislop Award for contributions to the professional literature.Dr. Powers is on several editorial boards including the Journal of Applied Biomechanics, Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, PhysicalTherapy, Foot & Ankle International, and the Journal of Athletic Training. He is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association, serving as VicePresident of the California Chapter and President-elect of the Section on Research.Michael W. Collins, PhDNeuropsychologistAssistant Director of the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion ProgramChief Clinical Officer of ImPACT Applications, Inc.University of Pittsburgh Medical CenterMichael (Micky) Collins, PhD, a nationally renowned sports concussion clinician and researcher, joined the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Programas assistant director when the program was established in September, 2000. He received his bachelor’s degree in psychology and biology at the University ofSouthern Maine in 1991, his master’s degree in psychology at Michigan State University in 1995, and his doctorate degree in clinical psychology at MichiganState in 1998. He subsequently completed a clinical neuropsychology internship at the University of Florida and a neuropsychology fellowship at the Henry FordHealth System in Detroit.In 1999, Dr. Collins authored two major multi-site studies involving the effects of concussion and return-to-play evaluation methods. These studieswere published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). Dr. Collins continues to administer and oversee clinical programs for concussionmanagement for sports teams at several major colleges, universities, and high schools throughout the country. He is a clinical consultant to the PittsburghSteelers, NFL Europa, Major League Baseball, USA Lacrosse, USA Rugby, and to several high school, collegiate, and professional sports organizations bothnationally and internationally.He has published over 60 peer-reviewed articles in sports medicine and other medical journals and is a frequently invited presenter on the topic of sportsconcussions at national and international meetings. He has co-authored a sports concussion textbook and is a reviewer for JAMA, Neurosurgery, Pediatrics,American Journal of Sports Medicine, as well as on the Editorial Board for the Journal of Athletic Training Association.2 Symposium 2009
Featured Guest FacultyLars Engebretsen, MD, PhDOrthopedic Surgeon and ProfessorUllevaal University Hospital and University of Oslo, Medical SchoolCo-chair of the Oslo Sports Trauma Research CenterChief of Sports Medicine of the Norwegian Olympic Sports FederationChief Physician for Norwegian Olympic TeamsDirector of Research for the International Olympic CommitteeLars Engebretsen, MD, PhD is a Professor and Director ofResearch at Orthopaedic Center, Ullevaal University Hospital andUniversity of Oslo Medical School and Professor and Co-Chair of theOslo Sports Trauma Research Center. He is also Chief Doctor for theNorwegian Federation of Sports and heads the medical service at theNorwegian Olympic Center.In 2007 he was appointed Head of Science and Research for theInternational Olympic Committee. He is a specialist in Orthopaedicand general surgery and authorized as a Sports Medicine Physicianby the Norwegian Society of Sports Medicine. He serves as chiefteam physician for the Norwegian Olympic teams.His main area of research is resurfacing techniques of cartilageinjuries, combined and complex knee ligament injuries andprevention techniques of sports injuries. He is currently the Presidentof ESSKA (European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgeryand Arthroscopy). He serves on several major sports medicinejournal editorial boards and has published more than 200 papers andbook chapters.Mark S. Link, MDCardiac ElectrophysiologistNew England Medical CenterAssociate Professor of MedicineTufts University School of Medicine in BostonMark Link, MD, serves as Professor of Medicine at TuftsUniversity School of Medicine, Director for the Center for theEvaluation of Athletes and of NEMC Heart Station, Co-director ofCardiac Electrophysiology Laboratory and the NEMC HypertrophicCardiomyopathy Center at Tufts Medical Center.Dr. Link received his medical degree from Tufts University Schoolof Medicine, Boston, MA. He completed his residency in internalmedicine at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, NYand fellowships in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology at TuftsUniversity/New England Medical Center, Boston, MA.As a staff physician in the United States Air Force, Dr. Link servedas a director and associate director for internal medicine both in theUnited States and overseas. Dr. Link has published 70 peer reviewedjournal articles, more than 100 published abstracts and has spokeninternationally on a variety of cardiac related topics.Lynn Snyder-Mackler, PT, ATC, SCS, ScDAlumni Distinguished Professor of Department of Physical TherapyAcademic Director of University of Delaware Physical Therapy ClinicResidency Director of Sports Physical Therapy ResidencyAcademic Director of Graduate Program in Biomechanics andMovement Science University of DelawareLynn Snyder-Mackler, PT, ATC, ScD, SCS, is an AlumniDistinguished Professor for the Department of Physical Therapyat the University of Delaware, Newark, DE. She also serves asAcademic Director for Physical Therapy and the Graduate programin Biomechanics and Science, and the Residency Director for SportsPhysical Therapy Residency at the University of Delaware. In addition,she is a Visiting Researcher to the School of Health and Bioscience ofEast London, London, UK (March 2007 – March 2009) and AdjunctAssociate Research Professor for the Department of Orthopedics,Thomas Jefferson University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA.Dr. Snyder-Mackler is actively pursuing four research projects andhas completed more than 20 others. She has published more than 100peer reviewed articles and has spoken internationally on sports injuryrelated topics.Dr. Snyder-Mackler received her bachelor’s degree at JohnsHopkins University, her Physical Therapy certificate and master’sdegree at the University of Pennsylvania. She received her Doctor ofScience in Applied Anatomy and Physiology from Boston University.Thomas Terrell, MD, MPhSports Medicine PhysicianHalifax Medical CenterFamily Medicine Residency Program - Sports MedicineFellowship ProgramThomas Terrell, MD, MPh is a Sports Medicine Physician forHalifax Medical Center in Daytona Beach, FL specializing in SportsMedicine and Family Medicine. He has had a wealth of valuableexperiences in different clinical sports medicine settings. He hasworked with Resurgens Orthopedics (Atlanta, GA), and the GeorgiaTech volleyball team. He has also served as a faculty member and ateam physician at the University of Maryland and the University ofSouth Carolina - Columbia. Dr. Terrell has worked with the University ofMaryland in College Park and Baltimore County, Coppin State College,and the Baltimore Ravens NFL team. One of his career highlights wasspending two weeks at Lake Placid, NY in the US Olympic CommitteePhysician Volunteer program in 1999, complementing his previouswork at the 1996 Olympic Games Polyclinic.Dr. Terrell studied at the University of Cambridge in Englandobtaining a Master of Philosophy in Biological Anthropology. Hismedical training was completed at Emory University School ofMedicine and MAHEC Family Medicine Residency in Asheville, NC.In addition, he attended the primary care sports medicine fellowshiptraining program at Michigan State University.Dr. Terrell has obtained prior grant funding on the issue of “Geneticrisk factors for concussion in athletes” and has been published inseveral journals, including the Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine, onthis topic. He is on the Research Committee of the American MedicalSociety of Sports Medicine.Symposium 2009 3
Friday, May 8, 2009Time7:15 a.m.TitleRegistration Begins / Continental BreakfastSpeakerMeeting RoomSession # 1THE KNEE7:50 a.m.Welcome / Announcements8 a.m.The Future of Cartilage Repair and Transplantation8:30 a.m.The ACL Syndrome: Is it more than a ligament injury?8:55 a.m.The Influence of Proximal Weakness on Lower Extremity Injuries9:25 a.m.Rehabilitation after Cartilage Related Injury9:55 a.m.Panel Discussion of the KneePanel: Engebretsen, Reynen, Powers, and Snyder-Mackler10:15 a.m.Refreshment Break – Vendor VisitsModerated by Verle Valentine, MDVerle Valentine, MDTryg Odney, MA, ATCLars Engebretsen, MD, PhDPaul Reynen, MDChristopher Powers, PT, PhDLynn Snyder-Mackler, PT, ATC, SCS, ScDSession # 210:35 a.m.11:05 a.m.11:30 a.m.OVERUSE INJURIES OF THE LOWER EXTREMITYJumpers Knee - Prevention and TreatmentStress Fractures of the Lower ExtremityPanel Discussion of Overuse Injuries of the Lower ExtremityPanel: Engebretsen and TerrellLUNCHModerated by Paul Reynen, MDLars Engebretsen, MD, PhDThomas Terrell, MDCONCUSSION IN SPORTConcussion: Defining the Clinical SyndromeOn-Field Management of the Concussed AthletePost-Acute Management of Cerebral ConcussionCatastrophic and Long Term Effects of ConcussionPanel Discussion of Concussion in SportPanel: Collins and CantuRefreshment Break – Vendor VisitsModerated by Verle Valentine, MDMichael Collins, PhDRobert Cantu, MDMichael Collins, PhDRobert Cantu, MD11:45 a.m.Session # 312:40 p.m.1 p.m.1 p.m.2 p.m.2:30 p.m.2:50 p.m.Session # 43:05 – 4 p.m.BREAKOUT SESSION “A” (Choose One)Dynamic Evaluation of the Lower ExtremityChristopher Powers, PhD, PTEvaluation and Management of Foot and Ankle InjuriesThomas Terrell, MDReturn to Play Issues Following Cervical Spine InjuryRobert Cantu, MDEvaluation of the Lumbar Spine: The Postural Restoration Approach Jill Honermann, PT, MSPT, PRCJoan Hanson, MPT, PRC4 p.m.Refreshment Break – Vendor VisitsSession #54:05 – 5 p.m.BREAKOUT SESSION “B” (Choose One)Current Trends in Lower Extremity RehabilitationChristopher Powers, PhD, PTPhysiological Testing for Athletic Health and PerformanceMichael Bergeron, PhDCase Reviews in Concussion ManagementMichael Collins, PhDMobilization Techniques of the Shoulder GirdleBrett Hudson, MSPTWilliam Meredith, PT, MHS, OCS5 p.m.Refreshment Break - Vendor VisitsSession #65:05 – 6 p.m.BREAKOUT SESSION “C” (Choose One)Rehabilitation Techniques for the Unstable PatellaLynn Snyder-Mackler, PT, ATC, SCS, ScDSports Medicine in Norway and the Olympic ExperienceLars Engebretsen, MD, PhDConcussion Management – Yesterday, Today, and TomorrowRobert Cantu, MDEvaluation of the Lumbar Spine: The Postural Restoration Approach Jill Honermann, PT, MSPT, PRCJoan Hanson, MPT, PRC6 p.m.Evaluations6:15 p.m.Adjourn6:15 – 7:45 p.m. Social – Ramkota4 Symposium 2009Exhibit HallAmphitheater IAmphitheater IIJefferson RoomExhibit HallAmphitheater IAmphitheater IIJefferson RoomExhibit HallAmphitheater IAmphitheater IIJefferson RoomWashington Room
Saturday, May 9, 2009Time7:15 a.m.TitleRegistration Begins / Continental BreakfastSpeakerMeeting RoomSession # 7PEDIATRIC ISSUESModerated by Tim Walker, MD7:50 a.m.Welcome / AnnouncementsVerle Valentine, MDTryg Odney, MA, ATC8 a.m.Youth Sports: Challenges During Training and CompetitionMichael Bergeron, PhD8:25 a.m.ACL injuries in young childrenLars Engebretsen, MD, PhD8:50 a.m.I Can’t Straighten My Elbow: A Primer on Pediatric Elbow InjuriesGeoffrey Haft, MD9:15 a.m.Low Back Pain in the Adolescent AthleteThomas Boetel, MD9:40 a.m.Overuse Injuries of the Growth PlateThomas Terrell, MD10:05 a.m.Panel Discussion of Pediatric IssuesPanel: Bergeron, Engebretsen, Haft, Boetel, and Terrell10:25 a.m.Refreshment Break – Vendor VisitsSession # 8THE UPPER EXTREMITYModerated by Tim Walker, MD10:40 a.m.Thumb InjuriesRobert Van Demark Jr., MD11 a.m.SLAP Lesions of the Thrower’s ShoulderJason Hurd, MD11:20 a.m.Special Considerations for the Female ThrowerLynn Snyder-Mackler, PT, ATC, SCS, ScD11:45 a.m.Panel Discussion of the Upper ExtremityPanel: Van Demark, Hurd, and Snyder-MacklerNoonLUNCHSession # 9GENERAL MEDICAL ISSUESModerated by Verle Valentine, MD12:50 p.m.Commotio CordisMark Link, MD1:15 p.m.Abdominal Injuries in SportsThomas Terrell, MD1:40 p.m.Panel Discussion of General Medical IssuesPanel: Link and Terrell1:55 p.m.Refreshment BreakSession # 102:05 – 3 p.m.3 p.m.Session # 113:05 – 4 p.m.4 p.m.Session # 124:05 – 5 p.m.BREAKOUT SESSION “D” (Choose One)Special Evaluation & Rehabilitation Concerns for the Female ThrowerThe Athlete’s HeartPrevention of Injuries in SoccerSplinting of the Elbow, Wrist and HandRefreshment BreakLynn Snyder-Mackler, PT, ATC, SCS, ScDMark Link, MDLars Engebretsen, MD, PhDKaren Van Holland, OTR/L, CHTExhibit HallAmphitheater IAmphitheater IIJefferson RoomBREAKOUT SESSION “E” (Choose One)Rehabilitation & Dynamic Stabilization of the ACL Deficient KneeEvaluation of the ShoulderRehabilitation of the Soccer AthleteStrength and Conditioning for the GolferRefreshment BreakLynn Snyder-Mackler, PT, ATC, SCS, ScDJason Hurd, MDKim Wieking, PT, MS, SCSNick Ovenden, HFS, TPI-CGFIExhibit HallAmphitheater IAmphitheater IIJefferson RoomSteven Young, PT, MSPT, CSCSMichael Bergeron, PhDBrett Bastian, PA-CBrett Hudson, MSPTWilliam Meredith, PT, MHS, OCSExhibit HallAmphitheater IAmphitheater IIJefferson RoomBREAKOUT SESSION “F” (Choose One)Functional Evaluation of the RunnerPhysiological Testing for Athletic Health and PerformanceCommon Wrist Injuries in AthletesMobilization Techniques of the Shoulder Girdle5 p.m.Evaluations5:15 p.m.AdjournSymposium 2009 5
Sanford FacultySymposium Description and LearningObjectivesProgram DirectorsVerle Valentine, MDSports Medicine PhysicianSanford Clinic Orthopedics & SportsMedicineMedical Director, Sanford Sports MedicineTeam Physician: University of Sioux Falls,University of South Dakota, Sioux FallsCanaries, Sioux Falls Skyforce,Brandon Valley HSTryg Odney, MA, ATCOutreach Manager/Certified Athletic TrainerSanford Sports MedicineSanford USD Medical CenterThe purpose of this symposium is to presentclinical topics related to sports medicineand sports-related conditions and injuries tohealthcare professionals. The specific learning orperformance objectives for this activity include:n Review current topics in sports medicineand orthopedics.n Discuss Brett Bastian, PA-CPhysician AssistantSanford Clinic Neurosurgery & SpineWilliam Meredith, PT, MHS, OCSPhysical TherapistOutpatient Rehabilitation Services &Sports MedicineSanford USD Medical CenterMichael F. Bergeron, PhD, FACSMDirector, National Institute for AthleticHealth & Performance and Center forYouth Sports & HealthProfessor, Department of PediatricsSanford School of Medicine of TheUniversity of South DakotaNick Ovenden, HFS, TPI-CGFISenior Exercise SpecialistSanford POWER ProgramSanford USD Medical CenterThomas M. Boetel, DOPhysiatristSanford Clinic Physical Medicine &RehabilitationMedical Director, Sanford Spine CenterPaul D. Reynen, MDOrthopedic SurgeonSanford Clinic Orthopedics & SportsMedicineTeam Physician: University of SouthDakota, Augustana College, Universityof Sioux Falls, Sioux Falls Canaries,Sioux Falls Skyforcecurrent concepts in diagnosis andtreatment of knee, head and neck, andupper and lower extremity conditions.n Discuss current concepts in diagnosis andmanagement of concussions.n Identify 6 Symposium 2009Geoffrey F. Haft, MDPediatric Orthopedic SpecialistSanford Clinic Orthopedics & SportsMedicineRobert E. Van Demark Jr., MDOrthopedic SurgeonSanford Clinic Orthopedics & SportsMedicineJoan Hanson, MPT, PRCPhysical TherapistSanford PT SolutionsSanford USD Medical CenterKaren Van Holland, OTR/L, CHTOccupational TherapistOutpatient Rehabilitation Services &Sports MedicineSanford USD Medical CenterJill Honermann, PT, MSPT, PRCPhysical TherapistSanford Spine CenterSanford USD Medical CenterTimothy L. Walker, MDOrthopedic SurgeonSanford Clinic Orthopedics & SportsMedicineTeam Physician: Sioux Falls RooseveltHS, Sioux Falls Soccer AssociationBrett Hudson, MSPTPhysical TherapistOutpatient Rehabilitation Services &Sports MedicineSanford USD Medical CenterKim Wieking, PT, MS, SCSPhysical TherapistSanford Teamwork Physical TherapySanford USD Medical CenterJason L. Hurd, MDOrthopedic SurgeonSanford Clinic Orthopedics & SportsMedicineTeam Physician: Sioux Falls Lincoln HSSteven W. Young, PT, MSPT, CSCSPhysical TherapistOutpatient Rehabilitation Services &Sports MedicineSanford USD Medical Centerkey concepts in shoulder, knee, andback rehabilitation.n Identify key concepts in pediatric andgeneral medical issues in sports medicine.Attendance at this Sanford course does notindicate nor guarantee competence or proficiencyin the performance of any procedures that may bediscussed or taught in this course.CreditCME: Sanford USD Medical Center isaccredited by the South Dakota State MedicalAssociation to provide continuing medicaleducation for physicians.Sanford USD Medical Center designates thiseducational activity for a maximum of 16.75 AMAPRA Category I Credits . Physicians should onlyclaim credit commensurate with the extent oftheir participation in the activity.AAFP: Application for CME credit has beenfiled with the American Academy of FamilyPhysicians. Determination of credit is pending.CNE-Net: Sanford Center for Learning &Innovation is the approved provider of continuingnursing education by the CNE-Net, the educationdivision of the North Dakota Nurses Association,an accredited approver by the AmericanNurses Credentialing Center’s Commission onAccreditation. Contact Hours: 16.75BOC – CEU: Sanford USD Medical Center(P-2211) is recognized by the Board ofCertification, Inc. to offer continuing educationto Certified Athletic Trainers.Sanford USD Medical Center designates thiscontinuing education for 16 CEUs for CertifiedAthletic Trainers.
Registration: 2009 Sanford Sports Medicine SymposiumPlease print or type all information. You mayduplicate this form for multiple registrations.Name:Degree: o MD o PhD o NP o PA o DO o RNo ATC o PT o OT o OtherMedical Specialty:Institution:Email:Address:City:State Zip Code:Home Ph:Business Ph:Registration FeeEarly BirdBy 4/3/09After 4/3/09Physicianso 250o 275PT, ATC, OT, RN, Residents and other Allied Healtho 175o 200Student, Full-time (w/ certified letter of student status)o 100o 125Method of paymento Cash/Check (Make checks payable to SanfordUSD Medical Center)o Visa o Mastercard o DiscoverName as it appears on card:Card number:Exp. Date:Signature:Payment must be submitted with registration.Fax:o Attending Symposium SocialFriday, May 8 6:15 – 7:45 p.m.How did you learn about the Sanford SportsMedicine Symposium?o Postcardo Interneto Programo Colleagueo Association Newslettero OtherMail or Fax this completed registration form withpayment to:Sanford Health Center for Learning and InnovationAttn: Nikki Terveer1305 W. 18th StreetSioux Falls, SD 57117-5039Phone: (605) 328-6353 Fax: (605) 328-6301Email: terveern@sanfordhealth.orgIntended AudienceCancellation PolicyDisclaimerThis course is designed for physicians whoevaluate and treat sports and musculoskeletalinjuries, as well as residents-in-training, nursepractitioners, physician assistants, athletictrainers, physical therapists, occupationaltherapists, nurses and others working withactive populations.A full refund will be given for complete registrationcancellations made before April 1, 2009. AfterApril 1, 2009, a 50 cancellation fee will beassessed. A written letter requesting cancellationmust be faxed to (605) 328-6301. No refunds willbe issued for requests made after May 8, 2009.Hotel cancellations should be made with the hotelper its policy.This information is provided for general medicaleducational purposes only and is not meantto substitute for the independent medicaljudgment of a physician relative to diagnosticand treatment options of a specific patient’smedical condition. The viewpoints expressed inthis CME activity are those of the faculty. Theydo not represent an endorsement by Sanford. Inno event will Sanford be liable for any decisionmade or action taken in reliance upon theinformation provided through this activity.Date and LocationThe Sanford Sports Medicine Symposium will beheld May 8-9, 2009. The course will be held atthe Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center, 3200 W.Maple St., Sioux Falls, South Dakota.SocialA social for symposium faculty and attendeeswill be held on Friday, May 8th from 6:15 – 7:45pm. We encourage all to attend the social for aninformal meet and greet with the course faculty.Contact InformationFor further information regarding the educationalprogram, or for exhibit or commercial supportinformation, contact Tryg Odney at (605) 328-1727or odneyt@sanfordhealth.org.If you have any special needs that requireadditional assistance, please call us. Requestsmust be received at least two weeks prior tothe symposium.Faculty DisclosureFaculty disclosure and commercial relationshipinformation will be made available at theactivity. Speakers are required to disclosediscussion of any off-label, experimental orinvestigational uses of drugs or devices in theirpresentations. Disclosure of these relevantfinancial relationships will be published in coursematerials so those participants in the activitymay formulate their own judgments regardingthe presentation.This CE activity is supported throughunrestricted educational grants and exhibits.This does not imply Sanford Health Center forLearning and Innovation, ANNC Commissionon Accreditation or CNE-Net approval orendorsement of any product.Symposium 2009 7
Lodging AccommodationsBlocks of guestrooms have been reserved withspecial course rates at each of the followingSioux Falls hotels. To ensure accommodationsand the discounted rate, please make yourreservations by April 16, 2009, and identifyyourself as a participant of the Sanford SportsMedicine Symposium. The map outlines thelocation of the Ramkota facility.Sertoma Ave.10th Street200-46250-0067 rev 1/09Louise Ave.You’re Invited26th StreetCliff Ave.Minnesota Ave.Grange Ave.Kiwanis AvenueBroadband Ln.18th Street22nd Street26th Street41st StreetSymposiumSocial57th StreetSycamore Ave.57th Street49th Street Sanford USDMedical CenterWestern Ave.41st St. The ClubhouseHotel & SuitesOxbow26th StreetMarion RoadEllis Road12th StreetSertoma Ave.You may also wish to visit the Sioux FallsConvention and Visitors’ Bureau websitewww.siouxfallscvb.com for additionalaccommodation options.Russell StreetSoutheastern3200 W. Maple, Sioux Falls, SD 57107(605) 336-0650 siouxfalls.ramkota.com 79.99 Single / 89.99 Double2320 S. Louise Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57106(605) 361-8700 siouxfalls.clubhouseinn.com 99.99 for 1-room Queen/Queen or Std King Ramkota Hotel &Conference CenterMaple StreetBenson RoadCliff Ave.Benson RoadRamkota Hotel & Convention CenterThe Clubhouse Hotel & SuitesMinnesota Ave.60th Street NorthFriday, May 8, 2009 6:15 – 7:45 p.m.(Please indicate attendance when registering.)69th StreetRamkota Hotel & Conference CenterWashington Room41st Street
Cardiomyopathy Center at Tufts Medical Center. Dr. Link received his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, NY and fellowships in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology at Tufts University/New England Medical Center .
