Melanoma In The Mountains
A Practical Course In Dermatopathology
Thursday, February 18, 2010 - Sunday, February 21, 2010 At the Steamboat Grand Hotel
and Resort Steamboat Springs, Colorado
About The Course
Melanoma in the Mountains is a comprehensive practical dermatopathology course designed
for pathologists, dermatopathologists and dermatologists who have an interest in
improving their histologic diagnosis of melanocytic lesions.
In addition to lectures that intensely cover both benign and malignant melanocytic
lesions in detail, the course has 25 high quality microscopes with glass slides
at each microscope. These high quality teaching slides are changed daily. Each slide
has a detailed discussion on that case.
The emphasis of this course in addition to providing a comprehensive background
on melanocytic lesions is a practical approach to arriving at the correct diagnosis
and how to prepare a pathology report on melanocytic lesions.
Physician Accreditation
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance
with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing
Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of Medical Education Resources and
the CU Dermatopathology Consultants. Medical Education Resources is accredited by the ACCME to provide
continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation
Medical Education
Resources designates this educational activity for a maximum of 14.5 AMA PRA Category
1 credit(s) TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent
of their participation in the activity.
COURSE DIRECTORS
James E. Fitzpatrick, M.D.
Whitney A. High, M.D., J.D.
Lori D. Prok, M.D.
FACULTY
Anwell Chang, M.D.
Assistant Professor of Dermatology
Department of Dermatology
University of Colorado
Whitney A. High, M.D., J.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Dermatology
University of Colorado
James E. Fitzpatrick, M.D.
Professor, Vice Chair
Department of Dermatology
University of Colorado
Lori Prok, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Dermatology
University of Colorado
Loren E. Golitz, M.D.
Professor
Department of Pathology
University of Colorado
Joshua A. Wisell, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Pathology
University of Colorado
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Steamboat Springs - How to Get There
The Grand is located 22 miles from Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) which is
served by several major airlines with non-stop jet service from nine major cities.
You can also fly into Denver International Airport and take the beautiful drive
to Steamboat Springs over Rabbit Ears Pass.
Steamboat Grand Website
Activities
In additional to fantastic skiing, other activities include ice skating, hot air
balloon rides over gorgeous Yampa Valley, sleigh ride dinners, power cat skiing
(deluxe untracked powder skiing in the back country), the Bridgestone Winter Driving
School, snowmobile tours, snowshoe tours, indoor tennis, Steamboat Nordic Center
and Strawberry Park Hot Springs.
Rates (does not include taxes or resort fees)
Run of the house - $254 per night
One bedroom - $358 per night
Two bedroom - $542 per night
Resort fees include in-town shuttle service, wireless internet, slopeside ski storage,
newspaper – local and USA Today, coffee in room and the Steamboat/Hayden Airline
Program.
The Resort
The Steamboat Grand Resort and Conference Center is a new resort property that is
located within a short walking distance of the ski lifts. Numerous room options
are available including basic rooms,1 bedroom, deluxe 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom
and a variety of penthouse suites. The hotel has 3 dining options including Chaps,
The Cabin and the Grand Cafe. All guestrooms are beautifully decorated and include
data ports, flat screen TV with DVD player, CD player, voice mail, in room movies,
in room safes, coffee makers,complimentary wireless internet and hair dryers.
With over 350 inches of powder falling on Mount Werner each year, Steamboat Springs
is ranked as one of the top 10 ski mountains by Ski Magazine
Steamboat Resort Website
Steamboat Resort Stats
18 lifts and 165 trails
2,965 skiable acres
10 on the mountain restaurants
Kids Vacation and Ski Center
One of the finest ski schools in the US
Ranked as the friendliest ski resort in North America!
Registration Fees & Policies
$545 Physician Registration Fee - Before December 18, 2009 - (Fees include microscope
labs)
$595 Physician Registration Fee - After December 18, 2009
$55 Optional Dinner Lectures
Four Easy Ways to Register
Call Medical Education Resources at 303-798-9682 or 1-800-421-3756
Mail Complete Mailer Form
Fax 303-798-5731
Web Site: www.mer.org
Conference registrations must be accompanied by payment. We cannot confirm your
course registration until payment is received. Within 24 hours of receipt of your
registration, a confirmation of your registrations will be mailed. Course material
is provided at the conference. Registration fees include a continental breakfast
and beverages before the afternoon session. A fee of $150 is charge for cancellations
received after February 1, 2010. After this date, no refunds will be made; however,
credit may be provided towards future conferences.