AAPM&R Connection E-Newsletter

On behalf of the Program Planning Committee (PPC), thank you to everyone for submitting your valuable ideas for enhancing the Annual Assembly. We listened to your insightful feedback and have transformed the Assembly into the PM&R education and experience you need to succeed! Come to Denver, Colorado, October 12-15, as we celebrate the diversity of the specialty by bringing physicians together from various practice settings and clinical areas, for the very best in networking, education, and original research.

So much is new for 2017. Enjoy more complimentary sessions included in your registration, enhanced hands-on education, added opportunities to connect with your primary specialty, and more. We hope you’ll join us in Denver to get a glimpse of a BOLD, new Academy. Register by August 30 to take advantage of discounted rates.

See you in October,
Andre Panagos, MD, MSc, FAAPMR
2017 AAPM&R Program Planning Committee Chair

Our Program Planning Committee is made up of 17 physiatrists who volunteer their time to ensure that attendees have a fun, positive, and memorable experience at the Annual Assembly. Take a look at their top 5 reasons why you should attend #AAPMR2017:

• Instant Access to Top-Rated Faculty
  More than 400 leaders in PM&R will be on-hand giving presentations and sharing their expertise. With more than 150+ sessions across 12 clinical and practice areas, you’ll have numerous opportunities to connect with our expert faculty who will share best practices and answer your questions. Don’t forget to also check out our top-notch plenary speakers.
  
  
• Improve Your Skillset Through Hands-On Learning
  Based on attendee feedback, the PPC made adjustments to the program content and we’re now providing even more opportunities for hands-on learning!
  • NEW—Learning Center in the PM&R Pavilion: Leading faculty will be offering hands-on demonstrations and live presentations in electrodiagnosis, ultrasound, new technologies, and chemodenervation. The best part—it’s already included in your registration. Stop by when it’s convenient for you.
  • 21 Interactive Skills Labs: These 3-hour educational experiences offer a blend of didactic and hands-on immersive learning on regenerative medicine, ultrasound, cancer rehabilitation medicine, imaging, and more. Attendance is limited to ensure an intimate learning experience—sign up early.
  • 5 Expanded Preconference Courses: Come early for in-depth training to learn more about ultrasound, imaging, cancer rehabilitation, leadership or spasticity. These courses are led by top-rated faculty, offering you a great opportunity to learn from PM&R experts in their respective fields.
    
    
• 3,000+ Partners for Collaboration
  The Annual Assembly brings thousands of physiatrists together under 1 roof for 4 days of learning and networking. Meet physiatrists across all areas of care and practice settings who are ready to offer new ideas and help you think outside the box. Gain fresh perspectives as you learn, share, and grow with your PM&R peers. Take advantage of this unique collaborative environment!
  
  
• Thrive Through New Learnings
  Education is truly center stage at the Assembly. No other event offers more educational content covering 12 new clinical and practice themes. View the sessions and build your customized agenda. The PM&R Pavilion is the place to see the latest PM&R technologies and industry trends—learn about the cutting-edge advancements and products that help improve patient care. Plus, don’t miss all of our original research—see more than 450 abstracts and case studies in the Poster Hall, and choose from 15 dedicated research sessions.
  
  
• It's Fun!
  And we’re not just saying that. The Annual Assembly re-connects you with friends, former colleagues, and even fosters new connections! From the opening Welcome Reception, President’s Reception, and Alumni Receptions, there’s no shortage of networking opportunities. P.S. This year’s President’s Reception is at a brewery—come prepared for an evening of fun and games. Plus, you get to name our custom brew.
  

The Annual Assembly is always a great time and with your feedback, we’re making it better every year. Join us in Denver and register by August 30—you’ll save an extra $100 on top of your member discount!

All of us at AAPM&R are terribly saddened to hear the tragic news out of Indiana, with the murder of a physiatrist, Todd Graham. Our deepest heartfelt condolences and sympathy go out to his family, friends, and colleagues. Every account shows him to have been a warm, caring, and excellent physician. We hope all thoughts of everyone who knew Todd will now be those of loving and cherished memories. Read more.

In the coming months, your Academy will be drafting comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding two important proposed rules for the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and the Quality Payment Program. Take advantage of this opportunity to provide your feedback on the proposals in the rule, which will impact your practice and the field of physiatry.

Register for the webinar: August 9 at 12 pm (CT). Though brief summaries of the rules will be provided, this is primarily an opportunity for us to get your feedback, so come prepared with comments on issues such as quality reporting, telemedicine, and evaluation and management services.

The Academy is initiating a survey on behalf of some of our largest industry supporters as a value of participating in our program called the Industry Relations Council (IRC). The IRC allows AAPM&R to develop stronger, compliant relationships with companies while raising funding to deliver your Academy programs and services. We ask that you please take a moment to complete the survey today if you treat patients with any of the following conditions/illnesses: pain, stroke, spasticity, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, Alzheimer’s or dementia. Start the survey.