Gulf Coast Chapter

The Gulf Coast Chapter of the UHMS continuing education mission is to promote educational activities for physicians and allied health professionals in the local and regional areas based on a needs assessment of the members and on the UHMS Panel of Expert Opinion. These activities will improve the scientific and practical knowledge in the areas of hyperbaric oxygen treatment and diving medicine

THE FOLLOWING AWARDS ARE PRESENTED AT THE GULF COAST CHAPTER ANNUAL MEETINGS.

For a list of PAST RECIPIENTS: Click Here            To NOMINATE someone for the 2018 Awards: Click Here

Jefferson Davis Memorial Award:
Presented each year to a selected member - an MD, DO, PhD - for contributions to clinical research or clinical excellence

Special Services Award:
Presented each year to selected member/members for their contributions to the Gulf Coast Chapter.

Edgar M. End, MD Memorial Lecture Award:
This lecture is in honor of Dr. Edgar M. End, MD (1910-1981) who made many pioneering contributions to undersea and hyperbaric medicine.  Dr End is best known for his work with helium-oxygen mixtures in the 1930’s that enabled him to break the US Navy deep-sea dive record and paved the way for the world record dives in excess of 500 fsw that he supervised. His successful use of hyperbaric oxygen for carbon monoxide poisoning in experimental animals led to its application in humans

Paul James Sheffield Award:
The Paul James Sheffield Award is presented each year to an individual who best represents the scholarship and character of this scientist and educator who has greatly contributed to and influenced the understanding of Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine.

Wilbur T Workman Award:
The Wilbur T Workman Award is presented each year to an individual who best represents the discipline and enthusiasm of this aerospace and hyperbaric physiologist who has been instrumental in establishing and maintaining safety standards for the specialized field of Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine.

Facility Award:
Presented to the host facility. 

 To NOMINATE someone for the 2017 Awards: Click Here

  To NOMINATE someone for the 2018 Awards: Click Here

"The Society/Chapter has negotiated a special discounted room rate (room-block) with the hotel. Your patronage of this meeting hotel makes it possible for the Society/Chapter to secure the space necessary for this event at a greatly reduced cost. The hotel not only offers a discounted rate and the best networking opportunities, but staying in the group block helps the Society/Chapter meet its obligation to the hotel, avoid penalties, and keep meeting registration prices down. Any attendee who does not book under the UHMS room block will not receive the special discounted amenities."
 

Doubletree by Hilton
300 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
TEL: +1-504-581-1300 / FAX: +1-504-212-3141
Online reservations: CLICK HERE
ROOM RATES:

Current sales tax rate is 15.75 %, and the hotel occupancy tax rate is $2.00. Quoted sleeping room rates will be offered, based on availability of contracted room type(s), 3 days before and 3 days after the above Event dates.

RESERVATIONS:  CUT-OFF DATE: AUGUST 2, 2018

ONLINE Reservations: http://doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/groups/personalized/M/MSYTCDT-UHM-20180823/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG
Room reservations may also be made directly with the Hotel room reservation department at 504-212-3670 or by calling their toll-free number 1-800-HILTONS - Group name: "Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society Gulf 18" - Group code: UHM.  In doing so, please request the Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society Gulf Coast Chapter Annual Meeting negotiated convention/meeting rate. Reservations will be considered guaranteed for the full length of stay unless the reservations are cancelled by the guest no later than 72 hours in advance of arrival. Early departure charges will be applied.  Check-in time is 4:00 PM; check-out time is 11:00 AM.

LOCATION INFORMATION

New Orleans is a Louisiana city on the Mississippi River, near the Gulf of Mexico. Nicknamed the "Big Easy," it's known for its round-the-clock nightlife, vibrant live-music scene and spicy, singular cuisine reflecting its history as a melting pot of French, African and American cultures. Embodying its festive spirit is Mardi Gras, the late-winter carnival famed for raucous costumed parades and street parties.

THINGS TO DO: http://www.neworleansonline.com/

TRAVEL/TRANSPORTATION:

• Airport: Louis Armstrong New Orleans (MSY)

• Ground Transportation - Taxicabs, Airport Shuttle, Buses and more.

• Rental Information - Rental cars information and links

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Please click the above link to register or use the WORD or PDF registration forms (links below) and email or fax to us.  
Click here for the WORD version.     Click here for the PDF version.   Thank you.

FEES: 

MEETING REGISTRATION:

• Member: PHYSICIAN or EQUIVALENT - $300.00
       Daily Rates: Fri: $100 / Sat: $200
• Member: NON-PHYSICIAN - $240.00
       Daily Rates: Fri: $80 / Sat: $160
• Non-Member: PHYSICIAN OR EQUIVALANT - $360.00
       Daily Rates: Fri: $120 / Sat: $240
• Non-Member: NON-PHYSICIAN - $300.00
       Daily Rates: Fri: $100 / Sat: $200

RECEPTION:

• Attendee: Welcome Reception - $0.00
• Accompanying Person: Welcome Reception - $40.00

BANQUET (Saturday):

• Attendee: Banquet: $50.00
• Accompanying Person: Banquet: $50.00

Schedule: (subject to change)
posted: 4/16/18

Accreditation Statement:  The Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Designation Statements:  The Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of TBD AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nursing CEU is approved by the Florida Board of Registered Nursing Provider #50-10881. Northeast Chapter Credit hours TBD.
Licenses Types Approved: Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner; Clinical Nurse Specialist; Licensed Practical Nurse; Registered Nurse; Certified Nursing Assistant; Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care; Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care; Registered Respiratory Therapist; Certified Respiratory Therapist

NBDHMT: This live activity is approved for TBD Category A credit hours by National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology, 9 Medical Park, Suite 330, Columbia, South Carolina 29203.

Full Disclosure Statement: All faculty members and planners participating in continuing medical education activities sponsored by Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society are expected to disclose to the participants any relevant financial relationships with commercial interests. Full disclosure of faculty and planner relevant financial relationships will be made at the activity. 

Disclaimer: The information provided at this CME activity is for Continuing Medical Education purposes only.  The lecture content, statements or opinions expressed however, do not necessarily represent those of the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society.

 MAINTENANCE OF CERTIFICATION (MOC): 

“MOC ABPM: This activity has been approved by the American Board of Preventive Medicine for up to TBD MOC credits. Claiming ABPM MOC credit is appropriate for those who are ABPM diplomates.”

CLICK HERE to register now OR download the PDF version: Download now

The UHMS Gulf Coast Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting offers an excellent opportunity for your organization to promote its products and services to a very specific target audience and to reinforce your corporate image within the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society members.

GULF COAST CHAPTER OF THE UHMS MISSION:

The Gulf Coast Chapter of the UHMS has as its continuing education mission to promote educational activities for physicians and allied health professionals in the local and regional areas based on a needs assessment of the members and on the UHMS Panel of Expert Opinion.  These activities will improve the scientific and practical knowledge in the areas of hyperbaric oxygen treatment and diving medicine.

The Conference Program will feature a number of outstanding local speakers, concurrent sessions.  The Conference attracts researchers and practitioners from all around the world and provides a wonderful opportunity to meet and extend contacts.

As one of our “Event Sponsors" you will not only be an integral part of the meeting's social events, but will also gain significant promotion.  These events provide an excellent opportunity for networking in a relaxed setting.  These sponsorships offer an industry stakeholder excellent value exposure to an audience of industry professionals. 

• Sponsorship acknowledgment on website and any printed material
• Signage displayed during the Event
• An opportunity to display promotional material (supplied by Sponsor) at the Event

** ALL artwork must be supplied by the sponsor and emailed to lisa@uhms.org * 

Sponsor Organization:

• Platinum: $5,000
• Gold: $3,500 
• Bronze: $1,500
• Reception Sponsor: $3,000
• Break Sponsor: $1,000

Exhibit Table: $500.00

- 6 ft. draped table/2 chairs
- 1 representative
- product or informational flyer in satchel

Satchel Insert: $ 150.00

- If you cannot exhibit and would like for your informational flyer to be included in satchel. Inserts must be shipped to UHMS 1 month prior to the meeting.

Digital Display your AD: $250
Cannot attend? Why not display your information on a digital display. This display will be featured outsize of the meeting room door for all to view. Send you ppt, jpeg or gif to us.