5th Children & Family Dystonia Symposium
August 14-16, 2009 - Chicago
August 14-16, 2009 - Chicago
Don't miss the John H. Menkes Children & Family Dystonia Symposium!
This is a special meeting for affected children, teens, and their families. The purpose of the symposium is to bring families together to learn about dystonia and the DMRF, interact with experts, and find support among one another. There will be special sessions for children under 13, teens, siblings, and parents. The event is named in memory and honor of John H. Menkes, MD, an iconic pediatric neurologist and founding Scientific Director of the DMRF.
Registration has ended but spaces may be available. If you wish to register, please call 312-755-0198 or 800-377-3978.
This is a special meeting for affected children, teens, and their families. The purpose of the symposium is to bring families together to learn about dystonia and the DMRF, interact with experts, and find support among one another. There will be special sessions for children under 13, teens, siblings, and parents. The event is named in memory and honor of John H. Menkes, MD, an iconic pediatric neurologist and founding Scientific Director of the DMRF.
Registration has ended but spaces may be available. If you wish to register, please call 312-755-0198 or 800-377-3978.
Tentative Schedule:
FRIDAY AUGUST 14
5:00 - 6:00 PM Registration
6:00 - 9:00 PM Welcome Dinner & Party
SATURDAY AUGUST 15
8:30 am - 4:15 PM Presentations & Sessions
1:00 - 5:00 PM Field Trip to the Shedd Aquarium
7:00 - 9:00 PM Pool Party
SUNDAY AUGUST 16
9:00 am - 12:00 PM Presentations & Sessions
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Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza
350 West Mart Center Drive
Chicago, IL 60654
Phone: 312-836-5000
Web:http://www.martplaza.com/
Topics to be addressed tentatively include:
- Overview of Dystonia
- Oral Medications & Botulinum Toxin
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Coping
- Impact of Dystonia on the Family
- Research Update
- Advocacy
- Social Networking
- Art & Music Activities
Registration Costs:
Family of 2 $120
Family of 3 $160
Family of 4 $180
Single/Add'l $60
Registration costs include Welcome Dinner & Party; all Children, Teen, Sibling, and Parent sessions; Saturday breakfast; Saturday lunch; Field Trip to the Shedd Aquarium; Pool Party; Sunday breakfast; and materials.
Please note: Registration for the Children & Family Dystonia Symposium does not include hotel stay. A special rate at the Holiday Inn Mart Plaza of $159 (not including tax) for symposium attendees is available until July 20, 2009. To make a reservation at the Holiday Inn Mart Plaza call 312-836-5000 and mention you are attending Children & Family Dystonia Symposium.
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