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Dr. and Mrs. William L. Oppenheim
2006 Annual Meeting
60th Annual Meeting
Boston, Massachusetts
September 13 - 16, 2006
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PRELIMINARY PROGRAM NOW AVAILABLE
The American Academy of Cerebral Palsy & Developmental Medicine will celebrate its Diamond Jubilee at the 60th Annual in Boston, Massachusetts at the Boston Marriott Hotel - Copley Place from September 13-16, 2006.
The annual meeting provides an international forum for the dissemination and exchange of new knowledge, ideas and educational information between participants from all disciplines involved in the prevention, diagnosis and care of children with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities. The membership of the Academy is comprised of a diverse group of dedicated professionals including physical and occupational therapists, developmental pediatricians, neurologists, physiatrists, orthopaedic surgeons, nurses, educators and many others who are involved in the care of children and adults with cerebral palsy and other chronic disabilities, continuing the tradition of interdisciplinary care that has promoted by the Academy since its founding in 1947.
This year’s meeting, which celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Academy, promises an exciting program which will feature 46 free paper podium presentations, 60 scientific and demonstration posters, the popular Point-Counter Point debates, 32 two-hour instructional courses and 10 Breakfast with the Experts sessions. The main meeting will be preceded by a Specialty Day pre-meeting on September 13, featuring 3 concurrent symposia on Outcomes; Transitions; and Nursing respectively.
Special Guests will include:
- Dr. Evan Snyder on Stem Cell Research
- Dr. T. Berry Brazelton on Early Intervention
- Dr. Michael Goldberg on Treatment Outcomes
- Dr. Allen Crocker
- Senator Ted Kennedy will accept the Cathleen Lyle Murray Award by a special video appearance.
In addition to the President’s Welcome Reception on Wednesday, September 13, there will be a Diamond Jubilee Celebration Reception and Dinner on Friday, September 15 for all registrants. The full Program will be available by the end of June, but those who wish to do so can make hotel reservations now by following the link below.
Unni G. Narayanan, MD, FRCSC
Program Chair
AACPDM 2006