Texas Neurosurgery Residency Training Program All-State Conference (Day 1)

3rd Annual Texas Neurosurgery Residency Training Programs
All State Conference
UT Health Science Center San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
January 22 – 23, 2010

You are invited to register for the 3rd Annual Texas Neurosurgery Residency Training Programs All-State Conference to be hosted by UT Health Science Center San Antonio.

Honored Guest Speakers:

Dr. Laws is the past president of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies and the American College of Surgeons. He is an Honorary Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow and the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, and an honored guest and speaker of organizations throughout the world. Dr. Laws received his MD from Johns Hopkins and completed his residency training in neurological surgery at Johns Hopkins.

Katie O. Orrico, JD, is the Director of the Washington Office of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) and Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS), and has represented organized neurosurgery before the U.S. Congress and federal agencies since 1985. Katie received her law degree from the George Mason University School of Law.  In 1997, she was selected to become the Director of the AANS and CNS Washington Office, upon the establishment of a full-time office.  In addition to representing the AANS and CNS, Katie serves on the Executive Committee of the AANS Political Action Committee, Neurosurgery PAC, and is the Executive Director of Neurosurgeons to Preserve Health Care Access, the AANS and CNS non-profit advocacy organization.  She is licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia and is a registered lobbyist with the U.S. Congress.

Schedule of Events:

How to Register:

You may register for the 2010 Texas Neurosurgery Residency Training Programs All State Conference on-line by visiting: http://neurosurgery.uthscsa.edu/allstate

There is no registration fee. However, all attendees will be required to register before December 31, 2009 deadline.

Hotel Accommodations:

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
150 East Houston Street
San Antonio TX  78205
Phone:  210-227-9700

$169.00 - Meeting Room Rate (Single/double occupancy)
$309-$429 - Regular Room Rate

In a city rich with history and charm, a new centerpiece of luxury and neoclassic style awaits. Hotel Valencia's tranquil location on the engaging Riverwalk enjoys a medley of cultures at its doorstep. Immerse yourself in dining, entertainment, and shopping offered along the vibrant banks of San Antonio's famed Riverwalk or visit nearby local attractions. Embrace the romance of the downtown architecture as you tour by horse-drawn carriage or river gondola. Captivated and transported to another time, you will always remember the Alamo city and never forget the Hotel Valencia Riverwalk experience.

The hotel is a 10 - 15 minute cab ride from the San Antonio International Airport.  The Hotel Valencia has parking facilities if you are driving.  Please make your reservations directly with the hotel by calling 210-227-9700.  For more information about the hotel’s amenities, please visit their website.