The Midwest Anesthesia Resident Conference (MARC) is devoted to providing residents in the Midwestern area training programs (and some a little north of the border) with a platform to participate in the scholarly activity of presenting clinical and basic science research related to the medical specialty of anesthesiology. Residents, fellows, medical students and faculty of over 30 academic institutions convene over a weekend each spring to present scientific abstracts, including case reports, and attend educational panels in an atmosphere of professional collegiality. This year RUSH University Medical Center’s Department of Anesthesiology is proud to host the MARC and excited to initiate a new format for the 2009 event that will include, oral presentations occurring on Saturday and exceptional panels and an educational workshop on Sunday. The meeting will also feature expanded exhibition space, a great night of dinner and entertainment on Saturday evening featuring the famous Second City performers, and a prominent keynote speaker at the Saturday luncheon.   On behalf of the Department of Anesthesiology at RUSH University Medical Center, we look forward to seeing you in Chicago and to another outstanding MARC.     Kenneth J. Tuman, M.D. Professor and Chairman  Department of Anesthesiology Rush University Medical Center David M. Rothenberg, M.D., MARC Co-Chair Arvind Rajagopol, M.D., MARC 2009 Co-Chair		MARC 2009 CO-CHAIRS David_M_Rothenberg@rush.edu  Arvind_Rajagopal@rush.edu  :::::::::::: IMPORTANT DATES Abstract Submission Closes 2.27.09 Pre-Registration for Presenters Closes 2.27.09 PowerPoint Submission Closes 3.20.09 Special MARC Room Rate Offer Ends 3.27.09 Pre-Registration for Non-Presenters Closes 4.15.09
	2009 AGENDA
	FRIDAY, April 17  12:00 PM -3:00 PM Department Chairs Luncheon and Meeting 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Conference Registration 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Welcome Reception with Exhibitors SATURDAY, April 18 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Conference Registration 6:45 AM - 7:00 AM Judges and Moderator Meeting 6:45 AM - 7:45 AM Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors 7:45 AM - 8:00 AM Welcome and Introduction 8:15 AM - 9:45 AM Abstract Presentations 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM Refreshment Break with Exhibitors 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Abstract Presentations 12:00 PM - 1:45 PM Lunch and Keynote Speaker  Capt. Denny Fitch, Heroic Captain of United Airlines Flight 232 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Abstract Presentations 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM Refreshment Break with Exhibitors 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Abstract Presentations 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM Refreshment Break with Exhibitors 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Reception, Dinner, Raffle & Entertainment by The Second City SUNDAY, April 19 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM Conference Registration 6:45 AM - 7:30 AM Continental Breakfast 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Educational Workshop: Conflict in the Anesthesia Workplace; a Method to the Madness.  Conducted by Susan Staudt, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin and Meir Chernofsky, MD of the Uniformed Services University. Complimentary tickets are limited. See your institution’s MARC 2009 coordinator/chair for availability.  Download a description of the workshop here MARC Workshop Info-v2.pdf 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM Understanding the ABA's Oral Board Process Kevin K. Tremper, MD, PhD, Robert P. Sweet Professor and Chair Department of Anesthesiology, University of Michigan David M. Rothenberg, MD, FCCM The Max S. Sadove, MD Professor of Anesthesiology Associate Dean, Academic Affiliations Rush University Medical Center 8:15 AM – 8:30 AM Q&A 8:45 AM - 9:30 AM How to Embark on a Career in Academic Anesthesiology Michael M. Todd, MD, Head of the Department of Anesthesiology for UI Hospitals and Clinics at the University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine Cynthia A. Wong, MD, Associate Professor, Chief of Obstetrical Anesthesia, Department of Anesthesiology, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine 9:30 AM - 9:45 AM Q&A 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Awards Presentation 11:00 AM Adjourn		REGISTRATION FEES Upon completion of your registration, your host department will be automatically billed  $415 for your registration fee.  «  This fee includes  » Conference Access Two Breakfasts One Lunch Refreshments Two Receptions One Dinner and Show :::::::::::: Additional ticket purchases for guests can be arranged during your online registration process.  Check payment for guest tickets must be received by AMAAC in advance of the conference.  Directions for payment are available on the payment page of this registration website. :::::::::::: COURSE OBJECTIVES At the conclusion of MARC 2009, participants should be able to:     Develop an appreciation of the depth and scope of research studies conducted in other institutions. Review recent medical information pertaining to but not exclusive to anesthesia and pain management. Identify and describe key topics in anesthesia through interesting anesthetic cases. Discuss new anesthetic techniques. Review the ABA's oral examination process.  Develop an understanding of how to choose a career in academic anesthesiology.
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