62nd Annual Meeting of the
Pacific Dermatologic Association

August 11-15, 2010
Langham Huntington Hotel
Pasadena, CA

PDA is currently planning its 62nd Annual Meeting, scheduled for August 11-15, 2010 at the Langham Huntington Hotel in Pasadena.

The Annual Meeting includes plenary sessions with both practical and cutting-edge talks on a wide range of medical and surgical dermatologic topics. In addition, the popular Clinicopathologic Conference (CPC) features presentation and discussion of the latest clinical case studies in the field of dermatology.

The last Annual Meeting attracted over 200 attendees from around the US and abroad to Portland, OR for four days of top-level educational programming. Members receive significant registration discounts to the Annual Meeting (from $100 - $250).

Hotel Accommodations

Langham Huntington Hotel
1401 South Oak Knoll Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 568-3900 main hotel number
http://pasadena.langhamhotels.com

Click HERE to make your reservation online.

A special room rate of $239 per night single/double is available for all meeting participants at the Langham Huntington Hotel. This rate is offered on a space-available basis only through July 10, 2010. Reservation requests made after July 10, 2010 will be confirmed on a space-available basis at prevailing hotel rates. Reservations can be made by calling (626) 568-3900 or online at the link above. Please indicate you are with the “2010 Pacific Dermatologic Association Annual Meeting” to receive the special room rate.

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA

Best known as the host of the annual Tournament of Roses Parade and the Rose Bowl, Pasadena offers great dining, shopping, museums, art galleries and more. Located at the base of the San Gabriel mountains, Pasadena offers year-round sunshine and a warm Southern California climate. Visit Old Pasadena for old warm charm that offers more dining, shopping, art galleries and more all located within 22 blocks of historic Pasadena architecture. The Pasadena Playhouse District, one of 16 historical districts, that is home to world class theatre, art galleries and museums. Pasadena also offers biking, walking and running trails plus the nearby mountains that can be enjoyed the entire year. With options for shopping, dining, arts and nature lovers- Pasadena truly has something for everyone.

SPECIAL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

All social activities and special events are open to physicians who are registered for the meeting and their spouse/guest. Advance registration is required for all special events where noted, however, minimum number of tickets may be available on site.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12

WELCOME RECEPTION
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Greet your friends and colleagues at the Opening Reception while enjoying cocktails and hors d’ oeuvres. Badges will be required for entry. The Welcome Reception is open for Physicians, Residents, Office Staff, Spouses and Guests who have registered and have paid the required registration fees.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 14

GOLF TOURNAMENT: ANGELES NATIONAL GOLF CLUB
2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Registration Required
Cost: $115 per person; Club rental- $35 per person
To preview the course, please visit: http://www.angelesnational.com

Nestled at the base of the Angeles National Forest and the only Nicklaus Design golf course in Los Angeles County, Angeles National Golf Club features an 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course with magnificent views, generous fairways and immaculate emerald greens. The course presents a challenge for golfers of all skill levels with four sets of tees accommodating both the professional and beginner golfer. The course was ranked by Travel + Leisure Golf magazine as one of the Top 30 Best New Courses Worldwide and One of the Top Ten Best New Public/Resort courses in the U.S.

HUNTINGTON GARDENS - CHINESE GARDEN TOUR
1:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Registration Required
Cost: $45 per person (54 person limit)

Explore the Huntington Botanical Gardens newest garden- the Chinese Garden. On a 90-minute walking tour, you will be guided through the traditional Suzhou-style garden that features a 1.5-acre lake, pavilions, a canyon waterfall and hand-carved stone bridges set against a wooded backdrop of mature oaks, pines, camellias and blossoming plum trees. After the tour, time will be available to explore the other gardens and art galleries.

TENNIS TOURNAMENT
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Registration Required
Langham Huntington Hotel
Cost: $35 per person

Enjoy some afternoon competition in a challenging round-robin format. Players of all ability and skill level are invited to participate and prizes will be awarded to the winners.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 15

PRESIDENT’S DINNER
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Villa Sorriso
Registration Required!
Cost: $99 per adult; $50 per child



Located in the heart of Old Pasadena, Villa Sorriso is a Pasadena favorite known for its Italian food and warm and sophisticated ambience.

REGISTRATION FEES & INFORMATION

REGISTRATION FEES (USD)
By July 6, 2010
After July 6, 2010
PDA Member
$300
$350
Non Member
$550
$600
Office Staff *
$200
$250
Resident **
Free
Free
Spouse/Guest +
Free
Free

*Office Staff includes NP's and PA-C's. Please call PDA at (415) 927-5729 for more information regarding fees.
**Dermatology residents may register for no fee with a letter from their program director.
+Limited to one person per registrant

Registration for members, non-members, residents and office staff entitle admittance to all exhibits and social activities. The spouse/guest registration entitles admittance to the social activities and the exhibit hall. Tickets are required for the President’s Dinner and all Special Events & Activities. Indicate the number of tickets you desire on the registration form and include the fee in your check or credit card payment. Advance registration is required in order for badges and tickets to social activities to be available at the time of arrival. A limited number of social activities will be available to those who register on-site. There will be no provision for partial registration or refunds for social activities not attended.

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY
Registration fees, less a $25 administration fee, will be refunded following the meeting upon written notice of cancellation to the PDA headquarters office. In order to qualify for a refund of fees, cancellation notice must be received in writing no later than Monday, July 6. There will be no refund of fees for cancellation received after that date or for lack of attendance without notification.

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

It is very important to us that you enjoy PDA 2010. If due to a disability, you have any special needs or requirements, please call (415) 927-5729 and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

CME CREDIT

Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of Blackwell Futura Media Services and the Pacific Dermatologic Association.

Blackwell Futura Media Services is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The PDA's 62nd Annual Meeting (program #36100) is recognized by the American Academy of Dermatology for 20.5 AAD Recognized Category 1 CME Credit(s) and may be used toward the American Academy of Dermatology's Continuing Medical Education Award.

Designation Statement
Blackwell Futura Media Services designates this educational activity for a maximum of 20.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM . Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST
In keeping with the rules of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, conflict of interest disclosure is required of all faculty and other participants in the Annual Meeting. Speakers from the audience are also required to indicate any relevant conflict of interest during discussion of a given topic.

EVALUATIONS
Attendees will receive evaluation forms for all the sessions at the meeting. Please fill out the forms completely and deposit them in the collection box at the registration desk.

AIR TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION

TRAVEL INFORMATION
The Langham Huntington Hotel is conveniently located 26 miles from the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and 16 miles from the Burbank Airport. Transportation can be made via car rental at either airport or by taxi.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Pacific Dermatologic Association
575 Market Street, Suite 2125
San Francisco, CA 94105
Phone: (415) 927-5729 • Fax: (415) 927-5726
Email: pda@hp-assoc.com