Other Industry Events
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Industry Events
DeviceSpace Career Fair
9/8/2008 - 9/8/2008
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
BioSpace, Inc.
Minneapolis Airport Marriott, Bloomington, MN
We are pleased to announce the first DeviceSpace Career
Fair in the Minneapolis - St. Paul area, which will take place on Monday, September 8, 2008 at the Minneapolis
Airport Marriott in Bloomington, Minnesota.
Job seekers will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face with the region’s elite medical device and diagnostic
employers to discuss and interview for hundreds of
specialized open positions. Recruiters and hiring managers will have the opportunity to meet with top candidates who have a minimum of two years of industry
experience.
In order to thank job seekers in the region for their support, everyone who pre-registers will be ENTERED FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A 42" HDTV!!
CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND TO PRE-REGISTER NOW!
Cecily Upton
cupton@biospace.com
(415) 315-9741
Principles and Tools of the Lean Enterprise
9/9/2008 - 9/9/2008
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
University of St. Thomas
Terrence Murphy Hall, University of St. Thomas Minneapolis Campus
Principles and Tools of the Lean Enterprise is a one-day program that will provide participants with insights, best practices, and hands-on exposure to Lean. Individuals who want to improve processes with Lean principles and tools will benefit from attending this program.
Contact the University of St. Thomas at (651) 962-4600 or visit stthomas.edu/exceed (keyword: lean).
Glaucoma Symposium 2008
9/13/2008 - 9/13/2008
University of Minnesota
McNamara Alumni Center
The educational goal of this program is to update practicing ophthalmologists on high quality educational activities that impart new knowledge and teach new skills. Emphasis will be placed on practical management issues and surgical techniques.
Upon completion of the program, participants should be able to:
-Review and discuss the latest advances in glaucoma diagnostics
-Discuss the therapeutic options in glaucoma
-Provide an overview of how other diseases influence glaucoma
-Apply the results of recent multi-centered trials using evidence-based medicine
The University of Minnesota designates this educational activity for a maximum of 4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.
For more information:
Office of Continuing Medical Education
University of Minnesota
612-626-7600 or 800-776-8636
E-mail: cme@umn.edu
Register online!
www.cmecourses.umn.edu
Fax: 612-626-7766
FDA Calibration Requirements for QSR and CGMP- St Paul
9/15/2008 - 9/15/2008
8:30-4:30
WorkPlace Training, Inc
St Paul Holiday Inn by 3M
Our new 2.5 day workshop is designed to assist in evaluating, developing and implementing quality calibration systems for companies that want to meet the QSR (the Quality System Regulation – formally known as cGMP requirements for the FDA), ISO 9000, and ISO 13485 standards; or to simply have a quality system for their calibration function/department. Your companies size has nothing to do with the requirement for training. If any company wants to meet FDA requirements, they must show adequate training for all those involved. It is a mandatory requirement.
Instructor is Jay Bucher, $1295./person, group and government rates available
call for agenda
Paul Hanssen
952 471 8554
9th Annual Psychiatry Review - Pleasure and Motivation: Addiction, Impulsivity, and Compulsivity
9/18/2008 - 9/19/2008
University of Minnesota
Hyatt Regency
This conference will bring together an interdisciplinary group of experts to discuss overlooked symptoms of addictive, impulsive, and compulsive disorders. After the conference, participants should be better able to recognize and treat these disorders.
Office of Continuing Medical Education
University Park Plaza, Suite 601
2829 University Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Email: cme@umn.edu
Phone: (612) 626-7600
Fax: (612) 626-7766
Primary Care Medicine
9/18/2008 - 9/19/2008
7:15 am
HealthPartners
Holiday Inn Metrodome, Minneapolis, MN
We invite you to attend our 26th Annual Primary Care Symposium. For the past 25 years, we have provided you with the latest developments in primary care medicine.
Registrar 952-883-6225
AdvaMed 2008: The MedTech Conference
9/21/2008 - 9/24/2008
See the website for time details
AdvaMed
Washington D.C.
AdvaMed 2008: The MedTech Conference is now accepting applications from innovative medical technology companies interested in raising capital, tactical partnering of technologies or products, and/or initiating strategic alliances during the business development portion of the conference. Designed by industry and for industry, AdvaMed 2008 is the premier MedTech conference for business executives, policymakers, media, financiers, and service providers from around the world. In its inaugural year, AdvaMed 2007 attracted more than 400 organizations and 1,100 business leaders. The deadline to apply is June 20, 2008. Presentations will be accepted in the following tentative categories:
Cardiovascular
Diagnostics
Metabolic Disease/Obesity
Imaging
Neurovascular
Ophthalmology
Orthopedics/Spine
Wound Care
“Additional Hot Sectors”
To complete the online application form for company presentations, visit www.AdvaMed2008.com or e-mail program@advamed2008.com for more information. Questions may also be directed to 202-434-7213.
World Stem Cell Summit
9/22/2008 - 9/23/2008
7:30am - 5:00pm
Genetics Policy Institute
Alliant Energy Center Madison, Wisconsin
The World Stem Cell Summit is the premier global event that brings together stem cell sciences stake holders worldwide to drive advancement to stem cell sciences globally.
For a complete agenda http://www.worldstemcellsummit.com/pdf/program_agenda.pdf
In advance of the World Stem Cell Summit, the Genetics Policy is presenting Lab on the Lake, an event open to the public. http://www.worldstemcellsummit.com/pdf/lab_on_the_lake_info.pdf
Rob Margolin (sponsorships) 908-294-1537
rob@genpol.org
Alan Fernandez
(media, non-profits)
650-368-9300
alan@alanfernandez.com
Doing Business in the EU: A Life Sciences Summit
9/22/2008 - 9/23/2008
FDAnews in conjunction with Squire, Sanders & Dempsey, L.L.P.
Hilton Arlington, Arlington, VA
Every drug and device manufacturer who wants to operate in the European Union (EU) — or is looking to expand — needs to understand the EU regulatory environment to avoid unnecessary scrutiny, product delays or financial penalties that could sink their companies.
Discover what you need to do to navigate the nuances of the EU market with guidance from those who have been there and succeeded. At Doing Business in the EU: A Life Sciences Summit, industry experts from both the EU and the U.S. will reveal what they’ve learned from years of working in the trenches every day. No other conference will give you the knowledge you need to prepare for challenging EU legal, regulatory and compliance requirements — get your game plan here. Mention priority code 08CFAD and save $200 when you register by Sept. 21, 2008!
FDAnews
(888) 838-5578
(703) 538-7600
Mini MBA for Technical Professionals
9/24/2008 - 12/17/2008
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
University of St. Thomas
Terrence Murphy Hall, Minneapolis Campus
Ideal Participant: Professionals in the sciences, R&D, and information technology fields, engineers, computer analysts, project managers, and any other professional in a technical field. Mini MBA for Technical Professionals is a twelve-week program for technical professionals who are looking to or in the process of acquiring managerial or leadership responsibilities. This program will provide participants with a mix of topics that will increase their business understanding and help them develop the soft skills needed to be successful in business.
Contact the University of St. Thomas at (651) 962-4600 or visit stthomas.edu/execed (keyword: general business).
Mini Master of the Lean Enterprise
9/24/2008 - 12/17/2008
Wednesday evenings, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
University of St. Thomas
Terrence Murphy Hall, Minneapolis Campus
Mini Master of the Lean Enterprise is a twelve-week program for Lean leaders at every level. It will provide participants with an interactive experience that delves into greater depth, not only the principles and tools of Lean, but also the process, implementation, and change management insights that are necessary for leadership in a Lean culture.
For more information or to register: Contact the University of St. Thomas at (651) 962-4600 or visit stthomas.edu/execed (keyword: lean).
Obstetrics, Gynecology, & Women's Health: 39th Annual Autumn Seminar
9/29/2008 - 9/30/2008
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, Minnesota
This continuing medical education conferenece is dedicated to:
- Updating community physicians and providing a forum for discussion on the topic of women's health
- Imparting cutting edge knowledge from subject matter experts
- Being a venue for cross sub-specialty communication and sharing of best practices
- Reporting on new research findings and innovations in patient care
For more information:
Office of Continuing Medical Education
University of Minnesota
612-626-7600 or 800-776-8636
E-mail: cme@umn.edu
Register online!
www.cmecourses.umn.edu
Fax: 612-626-7766
In Vitro Diagnostic Regulatory & Reimbursement Conference
9/29/2008 - 9/30/2008
Q1 Productions
This meeting will discuss health economics and its’ role in the value of diagnostics as well as market access issues, reimbursement, opportunities and risks for innovative products. Developing a forum to discuss the emerging challenges for diagnostic executives while providing strategic methods in areas which have been identified as critical concerns for the industry.
Paul Hernandez
Marketing Manager
Q1 Productions
phernandez@q1productions.com
312.602.9684
Ethics and Health Care Reform: Where is the Justice?
10/3/2008 - 10/3/2008
7:15 am
HealthPartners
Wilder Center, St Paul, MN
As part of the celebration of its 25th anniversary, the Ethics Committee at HealthPartners and Regions Hospital is hosting a conference that will take stock of the history of bioethics in order to bring its traditions to bear on current debates regarding health care reform.
Registrar: 952-883-6225
Twin Cities Sports Medicine Conference
10/3/2008 - 10/4/2008
University of Minnesota
Holiday Inn Select; Bloomington, MN
Following the conference, participants should be able to:
-Develop treatment options for injuries of the running athlete
-Appraise and treat pediatric sports injuries
-Assess the effect of current knowledge of core strengthening on athletic performance
-Examine injuries of the shoulder, elbow, knee, foot and ankle
-Evaluate and treat sideline injuries
-Assess cardiovascular risk for athletic participation
For more information:
Office of Continuing Medical Education
University of Minnesota
612-626-7600 or 800-776-8636
E-mail: cme@umn.edu
Register online!
www.cmecourses.umn.edu
Fax: 612-626-7766
Schizophrenia Treatment: Bridging Science to Clinical Care
10/6/2008 - 10/7/2008
University of Minnesota
Radisson University Hotel
Clinical implications of neuroscientific research challenge investigators and clinicians alike. Clinicians have the task of interpreting the results of research and applying it to the patients they treat. This meeting will provide up-to-date information on research implications for clinical practice. This meeting will present the latest information in psychopharmacology gleaned from recent multicentered trials, address the latest information about the prodrome and early stages of schizophrenia. Following this conference, participants should be able to: Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of current medication treatments; describe the background evidence for the use of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT); discuss the different stages of schizophrenia and the use of MRI in diagnostic evaluation.
For more information:
Office of Continuing Medical Education
University of Minnesota
612-626-7600 or 800-776-8636
E-mail: cme@umn.edu
Register online!
www.cmecourses.umn.edu
Fax: 612-626-7766
Geriatric Orthopaedic Trauma Summit
10/9/2008 - 10/11/2008
University of Minnesota
St. Paul, MN; St. Paul RiverCentre
The purpose of this program is to update the medical healthcare team on issues associated with the geriatric fracture patient by providing relevant, evidence-based talks, panel discussions, and workshops on clinically important topics that relate to all core competencies, including: New knowledge and skills through lectures and workshops; review of key areas of clinical practice; discussion of issues relevant to the field. AMA PRA Category 1 Credits: 13.5.
For more information:
Office of Continuing Medical Education
University of Minnesota
612-626-7600 or 800-776-8636
E-mail: cme@umn.edu
Register online!
www.cmecourses.umn.edu
Fax: 612-626-7766
Localization World Madison
10/13/2008 - 10/15/2008
Madison, Wisconsin
Localization World is the leading conference for localization and translation professionals. The conference will have special sessions for Medical Device Localization. Localization World Madison, October 13-15, provides an opportunity for the exchange of high-value information in the language/translation services and technologies market. This is an invitation to join over 500 other industry professionals as we continue to present our 2008 theme "Innovating Localization Business Models."
info@localizationworld.com
www.localizationworld.com
Tel: USA 608 826 5001
Borderline Personality Disorder
10/18/2008 - 10/19/2008
University of Minnesota
Embassy Suites Hotel; Bloomington, MN
This conference is specifically designed to offer those persons whose lives are impacted by Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), professionals, relatives, and consumers, a forum to better understand this complex disorder from various perspectives. An internationally recognized faculty will present up-to-date information on key issues pertaining to many aspects of the disorder. We will cover diagnosis and treatments across the lifespan, co-occurring disorders and medical issues, personal and social impact, new medications, and consumer/family perspectives.
For more information:
Office of Continuing Medical Education
University of Minnesota
612-626-7600 or 800-776-8636
E-mail: cme@umn.edu
Register online!
www.cmecourses.umn.edu
Fax: 612-626-7766
71st Annual Colon and Rectal Surgery Conference
10/22/2008 - 10/25/2008
8-5 daily
University of Minnesota Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery
Hyatt Regency - Minneapolis, MN, USA
This course will provide an overview of current concepts in colon and rectal surgery. We will bring into focus the changes that have occurred in recent years. Topics to be addressed include: Laparoscopic Colon & Rectal Surgery, Anorectal Disease, Colon & Rectal Cancer, Pelvic Floor Disorders, and Inflammatory Bowel Disease. In addition to the main course, we will offer 4 pre and post-course workshops covering TEM, Laparoscopic Assisted Colon Resection, Endorectal Ultrasonography, and Young Surgeon’s Guide to Research.
Contact: Colleen Jensen
Address: PO Box 314 Lakeland, MN 55043
Telephone: 612/670-7810
FAX: 612/677-3200
Email: info@colonrectalcourse.org
Website: http://www.colonrectalcourse.org
Practical Dermatology: Basic and Advanced Topics for Primary Care
10/24/2008 - 10/25/2008
University of Minnesota
Nisswa
Based on AAFP educational guidelines and the ACGME Family Medicine Program Requirements for family physician residents, this course has been designed to provide enhanced knowledge and skills in the area of dermatology for practicing family physicians.
AUDIENCE
This conference would be ideal for family physicians, internal medicine physicians, pediatricians, OB-GYN physicians, emergency medicine physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and those who diagnose, manage, and treat patients with common dermatologic diseases.
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
Following the conference, participants should be able to:
-Identify and treat the 50 most common skin diseases seen in primary care
-Recognize and begin initial treatment of the less common, but more serious skin disorders
-Utilize a simplified dermatologic formulary based on cost effectiveness, patient's preferences and coverage
-Demonstrate ability to perform basic dermatologic procedures
Office of Continuing Medical Education
University Park Plaza, Ste 601
2829 University Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Phone: (612) 626-7600
Fax: (612) 626-7766
Email: cme@umn.edu
9th Annual Women's Health Conference
11/7/2008 - 11/7/2008
7:15 am
HealthPartners
Holiday Inn Metrodome, Minneapolis, MN
We invite you to attend our Ninth Annual Women's Health Conference. This conference began nine years ago to help address the changes that the aging woman can anticipate and how providers can offer the best patient and most scientific based care.
Registrar: 952-883-6225
Register on-line: http://imehealthpartners.com
Psychiatric Challenges for Today's Youth
11/14/2008 - 11/14/2008
7:15 am
HealthPartners
Holiday Inn Metrodome, Minneapolis, MN
This conference will provide you with practical assessment and treatment advice on select topics in child and adolescent psychiatry. You will receive current, practical resources relevant to the challenges you confront in your work with children and teens. The format of the conference includes lectures, panel discussions,and time for question of and dialogue with the presenters.
Registrar: 952-883-6225
Emerging Infections in Clinical Practice and Public Health
11/14/2008 - 11/14/2008
University of Minnesota
Radisson University Hotel; Minneapolis, MN
Emerging and re-emerging infections continue to challenge clinicians, infection control practitioners and public health officials alike. This continuing education conference, which is now in its 14th year, provides a forum for authoritative presentations and discussion of current approaches to many of these challenges. Following this conference, participants should be able to: Discuss emerging public health threats on a local, national and global level; identify measures to control methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus in the healthcare setting; assess standard and recently developed vaccines; evaluate common medical problems in international travelers; and appraise dermatological problems associated with infectious diseases. The University of Minnesota designates this educational activity for a maximum of 7.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.
For more information:
Office of Continuing Medical Education
University of Minnesota
612-626-7600 or 800-776-8636
E-mail: cme@umn.edu
Register online!
www.cmecourses.umn.edu
Fax: 612-626-7766
Heart Failure: The Update
11/14/2008 - 11/15/2008
University of Minnesota
Bloomington, MN; Hotel Sofitel
This course is designed to provide a state-of-the art update on selected aspects of current pharmacological, surgical and complementary treatment for patients with heart failure. This conference would be ideal for healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and pharmacists who manage the care of the heart failure patient. Following this activity, participants will be able to: Analyze the data supporting disease management programs in the care of the patient with heart failure; identify the role of several newer medications in the treatment and management of heart failure and related problems; review the nature and role of ventricular assist devices and other surgical approaches to heart failure. AMA Category 1 credits: 6.25
For more information:
Office of Continuing Medical Education
University of Minnesota
612-626-7600 or 800-776-8636
E-mail: cme@umn.edu
Register online!
www.cmecourses.umn.edu
Fax: 612-626-7766
Internal Medicine Review and Update
11/19/2008 - 11/21/2008
University of Minnesota
Radisson University Hotel; Minneapolis, MN
This conference would be ideal for internists, family physicians, physician assistants, nurses and other health professionals interested in refreshing their knowledge in internal medicine. Following this conference, participants should be able to: Describe current approaches to the diagnosis and management of common medicinal problems; list new agents available for the treatment of common medical problems; outline the clinical implications of recent research in selected areas of internal medicine; discuss results of case studies in several of the subspecialties of internal medicine. The University of Minnesota designates this educational activity for a maximum of 21.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.
For more information:
Office of Continuing Medical Education
University of Minnesota
612-626-7600 or 800-776-8636
E-mail: cme@umn.edu
Register online!
www.cmecourses.umn.edu
Fax: 612-626-7766
Emergency Medicine and Trauma Update
11/20/2008 - 11/20/2008
7:15 am
HealthPartners
Minneapolis Airport Marriott, Bloomington, MN
We invite you to attend our annual gathering of Emergency Medicine physicians, Family Medicine physicians, and Surgeons committed to acute care, trauma and emergency medicine.
Registrar: 952-883-6225
Register on-line: http://imehealthpartners.com
30th Annual Cardiovascular Conference
12/4/2008 - 12/5/2008
7:15 am
HealthPartners
Holiday Inn East, St Paul, MN
This conference will feature national speakers who will provide you with updates on a variety of contemporary cardiovascular topics. We emphasize practical take-home points that will enhance your practice of medicine. The format of the conference includes lectures and panel discussions.
Registrar: 952-883-6225