International Conference
from the American Thoracic Society

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Who Should Attend?

Attendees

In a word what distinguishes the International Conference: science. Why? Because it means better patient care. The conference also provides a collegial environment to exchange ideas and build a professional network.

Exhibitors

The ATS International Conference is the largest US meeting for healthcare professionals in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. Among those who attend are leaders in education, patient care and research.

Highlights

President’s Symposium to Focus on CER

This year’s President’s Symposium will focus on Comparative Effectiveness Research (CER), an area that has received considerable interest from Congress, the NIH and AHRQ.

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2010 President’s Lecture

This year’s President’s Lecture will be delivered by Peter Pronovost, M.D., Ph.D., a professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine‘s Bloomberg School of Public Health and School of Nursing. In his address, he will focus on the challenges he faced convincing traditional scientists and quality and safety experts to adapt their viewpoints to include patient quality and safety as an area of science.

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What to See & Do

New Orleans is a city with a rich heritage, known for its music, food and laid-back atmosphere. With its many unique restaurants, shops and cultural attractions, the Big Easy is the perfect venue for combining business and pleasure.

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Important Update Regarding Visas

Starting January 20, 2010 for all passengers heading to the US under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) must receive authorization under the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA).

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New Orleans ICU Physician to Give Keynote at ATS 2010 Opening Ceremony

Dr. Bennett deBoisblanc, who was medical director of the ICU at Charity Hospital in New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina hit, will give the keynote address at the ATS 2010 Opening Ceremony for the 2010 ATS International Conference, May 15.

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The complementary expertise of clinicians and scientists at the Conference makes a bridge between basic science and caring for patients.

—James Beck, MD