8th International IACFS Conference
on CFS, Fibromyalgia and other Related Illnesses
January 12 – 14, 2007
Bahia Mar Beach Resort
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, U.S.A.
23 AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credits™
Dear Colleague,
As president of the IACFS, I would like to invite you to the 8th International IACFS Conference on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia and other Related Illnesses January 12-14 2007. We received a record number of abstracts, and can promise a conference with the latest research, clinical updates and novel features sure to guarantee new knowledge, new collaborations, and enthusiasm for this field.
The core sessions open with opening talks which look at new methodologies and treatments in related fields that could advance our field, followed by original work selected from a rich group of submitted abstracts, and close with “state of the science” lectures in CFS/ME/CFS. Each session attempts to integrate knowledge across disciplines as it relates to the illness and its manifestations.
You will see many new faces, and internationally recognized speakers and participants. It is a time to discuss research approaches, clinical care, and network with colleagues. You will find the IACFS has grown and is truly an international organization. Review our Conference Agenda (www.IACFS.net) and you will see the extraordinary progress in the field, with sessions looking at the work going on in Japan, Europe, and across the globe.
All this, in sunny South Florida, at a beach resort, in January! I welcome you to my home town, and urge you to register today!
Sincerely
Nancy Klimas, MD
Nancy Klimas, MD
President, IACFS
REGISTER NOW – take advantage of early bird rates!
go to www.iacfs.net
Conference Offers:
Latest clinical research
Treatment protocols and updates
Internationally recognized faculty
Educational Poster sessions with oral discussions
Networking with peers and leaders in the field
Awards Banquet
Preceded by two day Patient Conference
Sessions Include:
Fatigue
Sleep
CFS Research Funding
Clinical Trials
Pain
Epidemiology & Case Definition
International CFS Forum
Brain Function
Behavioral Health
How to Manage a Successful Practice
Pediatrics
Gender Aspects of CFS
Genetics / Proteomics
New Methods for Evaluating the Fatigue State
Viral and Immune Interactions and Health
Awards Reception and Banquet
Saturday evening will include a networking cocktail reception followed by the IACFS Banquet which will include the presentation of the Rudy Perpich Award, the Junior Investigator Award and the Nelson Gant Clinician Award. The Banquet address will be on the Politics of Women’s Health followed by a Panel Discussion. The Reception and Banquet are included in the Conference registration and are open to all Conference attendees.
Exhibit Hall
Discover the latest products and services and visit industry leading companies in the exhibit area. Visit www.iacfs.net for a listing of exhibiting companies and organizations.
Patient Conference
January 10 & 11, 2007
Co-sponsored by the IACFS and the Patient Alliance for Neuroendocrineimmune Disorders Organization for Research and Advocacy (P.A.N.D.O.R.A., Inc.)
This Conference intended for Patients, Caregivers, Students and CFS / FM Advocates will consist of group sessions and workshops designed exclusively to better understand the difficult health issues persons with CFS/FM are faced with daily. These include Advocacy and Leadership Training, Understanding and Living with CFS/FM, Family Issues and Pediatrics, Medical Research and Treatment Updates, Managing Your Quality of Life. Visit www.iacfs.net for additional information.
