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Course Description

This is GI’s only course that offers you the opportunity to learn how to design scientifically-sound clinical studies that have direct applicability to clinical medicine. By attending, you will gain hands-on experience in the design and implementation of outcomes research by:

Participating in interactive oral presentations and small-group sessions with expert faculty.
Learning about real-life examples from current literature.
Taking part in an interactive poster session.
Presenting your planned or completed research as a case study.

You will also learn how to pursue a successful academic career in outcomes research and about local and national funding opportunities.

View complete program (PDF).

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Faculty

Course Directors
Jay L. Goldstein, MD, AGAF
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago, IL

Glenn M. Eisen, MD, MPH
Oregon Health and Sciences University
Portland, OR

Brennan M.R. Spiegel, MD, MSHS
David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA
Los Angeles, CA

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Registration Information

Pre-Registration Deadline: Oct. 31, 2008

Fees

	ON OR BEFORE 10/31	ONSITE
AGA/GRG Member	$175	$225
Nonmember	$250	$300
Trainee	Complimentary*	Complimentary*

Fees include all sessions, workshops, continental breakfasts, lunches and attendee/faculty reception.

*Cancellation of complimentary registration must be made at least 48-hours prior to the start of the course. Cancellations made less than 48-hours prior will be assessed a $50 cancellation fee, which will be charged to your credit card. A credit card number must be provided with complimentary registration.

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Trainee Scholarships

To apply for a trainee scholarship, you must submit your CV, along with a letter of recommendation from your training director to:

AGA Institute Education Department
Attention: Anne Means
GRG Trainee Scholarship Request
4930 Del Ray Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814
ameans@gastro.org

Requests are due by October 16, 2008. Completed applications should expect to receive a prompt response on status.

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Accommodations

A block of rooms has been reserved for attendees at:

Hyatt Regency
151 E. Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL
Guest Phone: (312) 565-1234 or 1-800-233-1234

Rates
Single/Double - $199 per night plus 15.4% room tax.

Reservations
Make your reservations by calling the number provided. Be sure to mention that you are attending the GRG Outcomes Workshop to receive the discounted rate. Reservations must be guaranteed with a credit card or one night’s deposit. Deposit is refundable if reservation is canceled 72 hours to prior scheduled arrival. Rooms must be reserved by October 16, 2008 to ensure availability and rate.

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Refund Policy

Written cancellations must be postmarked or faxed by Friday, Oct. 31. There will be no refunds after this date. Refunds will be processed within 30 days following the meeting. There is a $50 non-refundable fee for all cancellations.

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Contact Information

Program Information:
Contact Anne Means, Manager, Education Initiatives at ameans@gastro.org or (301) 941-2618.

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