Gulf Coast Chapter
NEXT MEETING DATE: AUGUST 24-25, 2018
Location: Doubletree, New Orleans, LA
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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
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President:
Kip Posey, CHT
Email: Click HerePresident-Elect:
Andrew Applewhite, MDPast President:
Tony Alleman, MD
Secretary:
Debra Gonzalez, RN
Member-At-Large:
Laura Josefsen, RN
Member-At-Large:
Philip Schell, CHT
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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 excellenceSpecial 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 humansPaul 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
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To NOMINATE someone for the 2018 Awards: Click Here
YEAR
Jefferson C Davis Award
YEAR
Paul James Sheffield
YEAR
Wilbur T Workman Award
2018
2018
2018
2017
Robert Sanders, MD
2017
Tracy LeGros, MD
2017
Ravi Patel, MD
2016
John Freiberger,MD
2016
Tony Alleman, MD
2016
Francois Burman
2015
Heather Murphy-Lavoie, MD
2015
Rob Sheffield
2015
Kip Posey
2014
Helen Gelly
2014
Jayesh B Shaw
2014
Brendt Caenepeel &
Amanda Jones2013
Tracy Leigh LeGros
2013
Keith Van Meter, MD
2013
Roy Cano
2012
Paul James Sheffield
2012
Heather Murphy Lavioe, MD
2012
Betty Knox Brown
2011
Jayesh Shah, MD
2011
Suzanne Pack
2011
Richard Barry, CHT
2010
Keith Van Meter, MD
2010
Robert Warriner, MD
2010
Dick Clarke, CHT
2009
Thomas Bozzuto, DO
2009
Caroline Fife, MD
2009
Robert Sheffield, BA, CHT
2008
Christopher Morrison, MD
2007
Jayesh Shah, MD
YEAR
Edgar M End Award
YEAR
Special Services Award
2006
Stephen Rydzak, MD
2018
2018
2005
Noel Olivera, MD
2017
Klaus Torp, MD
2017
Stacy Rupert
2004
Caroline E. Fife, MD
2016
Marc S. Robins, DO
2016
Tom Workman, MS
2003
Adrianne P. S. Smith, MD
2015
John Feldmeier
2015
Tony Alleman, MD
2002
Robert Warriner, MD
2014
John Chatterton
2014
Julio Garcia & Derall Garrett
2001
Ron Scott, MD
2013
Owen O'Neill, MD
2013
Kevin Buford, MD, & Sean Hardy, MD
2000
Not Presented
2012
Not Presented
2012
Robert Sheffield
1999
Thomas Bozzuto, DO
2011
Robert Sanders, MD
2011
John Peters
1998
Richard D. Heimbach, MD
2010
Stephen Rydzak, MD
2010
Lisa Tidd
1997
Paul J. Sheffield, PhD
2009
James K. Culter, BS, MS
2009
Melissa Sikes
1996
Jeffery Stone, MD
2008
Michael L Gernhardt, PhD
2008
Laura Josefsen, RN &
Keith Van Meter, MD1995
Not Presented
2007
Otto Boneta, MD
2007
Helen Gelly, MD
1994
Jack L. LeFrock, MD
2006
Dan Rossignol
2006
Debbie Sheffield BSN, MSN &
Sherrill White1993
R. Kelly Hill Jr., MD
2005
Paul C. Baker, CHT
1992
Keith Van Meter, MD
2004
Matt Schweyer, CHT
1991
Sheldon F. Gottlieb, PhD
2003
Clyde O. Hagood, MD
1990
Jon Mader, MD
2002
W. Tom Workman, MS, CHT
2001
Suzanne Pack
2000
Not Presented
1999
Helen Turcotte Davis
1998
Suzanne Pack
1997
Ken Wall and Dak Quarles
1996
Dr. Judy Wilson, PhD
1995
Not Presented
1994
Robert Miller
1993
Not Presented
1992
Paul Baker
1991
Dr. Richard A. Neubauer, MD
1990
Lynn Scoggins, RN
1989
Dick Rutkowski
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"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:Room
Single Rate
Double Rate
Triple Rate
Quad Rate
Standard King
$ 129
$ 129
$ 139
$ 149
Standard Queen/Queen
$ 129
$ 129
$ 139
$ 149
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.Parking:Self-parking: Not AvailableValet: $40 (Does not include tax)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)
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Ground Transportation - Taxicabs, Airport Shuttle, Buses and more.
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Rental Information - Rental cars information and links
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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
- Member: PHYSICIAN or EQUIVALENT - $300.00
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Schedule: (subject to change)
posted: 4/16/18FRIDAY, AUGUST 24 Faculty Name 12:00 1:00 Registration 1:00 1:15 Welcome and Introductions Kip Posey 1:15 2:00 UHMS update Nick Bird, MD 2:00 3:00 TBA 3:00 3:30 break 3:30 4:30 Targeted probes Helen Gelly, MD 4:30 5:30 Registry reporting as a lifeline for HBO2 providers Caroline Fife. MD 6:30 7:30 Welcome reception SATURDAY, AUGUST 25 Faculty Name 7:00 8:00 Continental Breakfast / Exhibits 8:00 9:00 Clinical HBO2 treatment cases Heather Murphy-Lavoie 9:00 10:00 Atypical ulcers – What the heck is this? Jayesh Shah 10:00 10:30 break 10:30 11:30 The ethics of using hyperbaric oxygen therapy Jayesh Shah, MD 11:30 12:30 TBI update Paul Harsh, MD 12:30 1:30 Lunch On Own 1:30 2:30 Altitude-induced decompression illness Nick Bird, MD 2:30 3:30 TBA 3:30 4:00 break 4:00 5:00 Diving treatment cases Tracy LeGros, MD 5:00 6:00 TBA 7:30 9:30 Awards Banquet (separate fee)
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 TherapistNBDHMT: 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.” -
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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.