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Jerusalem
2012 Mayo Clinic Alumni Association
International CME Program
October 22-25, 2012
Pre- and Post-Conference Options:
• Pre-Conference – 3 nights and tours in and near Jerusalem
• Post-Conference – 10-night tour including 4 nights in
Israel and 6 nights in Jordan
Living Long, Living Well
– Mind, Body, Spirit
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Course Description
The 2012 Mayo Clinic Alumni Association International CME Program, in response to
requests from previous course attendees, will address a variety of relevant topics in
medical education, research and clinical practice. The conference format balances topics of
general and medical specialty interest and physician leadership information with particular
attention to preventive screening, integrative and holistic approaches to health, aging,
administration, research breakthroughs and innovation through lecture and an interactive
speaker panel. Faculty members will be available during the breaks to answer questions
and to discuss topics with course participants.
Intended Audience
Physicians and scientists trained at Mayo Clinic from Europe, the Mediterranean, the
Middle East, the United States and all members of the Mayo Clinic Alumni Association.
Course Highlights
• Acupuncture
• Cancer
• Genomics
• Health Promotion
• Menopause
• Obesity
• Physician Leadership
• Regenerative Medicine
• Social Media
• Spirituality
• Surgery
• Urology
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
• Describe current directions in the promotion of women’s health and men’s health
• Outline trends in cancer screenings and care
• Outline key issues in regenerative medicine that relate to patient care
• Identify new information on health; lifestyle, end of life, obesity
• Identify challenges to physician leadership in quality and transparency
• Discuss innovation in medicine and its importance to patient care; telemedicine and
e-consults
Attendance at this Mayo course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or
proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in
this course.
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Credit
College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for
Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, designates this live activity for a maximum of 13.25
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate
with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Hotel and Meeting Arrangements
Complete and return CME registration form to:
Concierge Services, LLC
Linda S. Freeman
PO Box 6391
Rochester, MN 55903-6391
Telephone: +1-507-280-9066
E-mail: FreemanL@rconnect.com
Fax: +1-866-287-0517
Program Headquarters and Optional Travel Components
The Mayo Clinic Alumni Association International Scientific CME Education Program
will be held October 22-25, 2012, in Jerusalem. Course headquarters is the Dan Jerusalem
Hotel situated on the historic slopes of Mount Scopus, overlooking the Old City of
Jerusalem and surrounding hills of Judea. http://www.danhotels.com/JerusalemHotels/
DanJerusalemHotel/index.htm
All course accommodations are Executive or Executive Old City view rooms, which include
breakfast (see registration form). The number of Executive and Executive Old City view
rooms is limited; early registration is encouraged. Participants should schedule their flights
to arrive at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Monday, October 22. Tel Aviv is the
main international airport and is a 45-minute transfer to Jerusalem. October temperatures
in Jerusalem range from 66-77 F for highs to 49-57 F for lows.
All attendees must possess a valid passport. There is no visa required for Israel (or Jordan
for post-conference participants) for citizens from the USA or Canada. (Other passport
holders please verify your immigration requirements.) US passports must be valid for six-
months after returning to the US from your trip.
The International Scientific CME Education Program will begin with an evening reception
on October 22. The scientific sessions are scheduled from 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on October
23, 24, and 25. Participants may also register for a pre-conference program which includes
three additional nights and tours in and near Jerusalem. A 10-night post-conference
program is available and features: four nights in Israel that includes a Friday Shabbat
program in Jerusalem, Masada and the Dead Sea, and six nights in neighboring Jordan that
includes Petra, the Wadi Rum and Amman. The post-conference tour ends in Amman on
Monday, November 5. Additional information on these programs is contained within this
brochure.
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Scientific CME Education Program Information
Meeting Headquarters: Dan Jerusalem Hotel
Monday, October 22, Opening Reception, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
The reception is included for all registrants; spouse/guest welcome with reservation (see
registration form and deadline). A variety of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres and beverages
will be provided along with cultural entertainment. Weather permitting, the reception
will be held on the beautiful outdoor terrace of the Dan Jerusalem Hotel, overlooking Old
City Jerusalem.
Tuesday, October 23, Scientific Program, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 24, Scientific Program, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 25, Scientific Program, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 25, Gala Finale Dinner (Evening Attire), tentatively scheduled
7:00 p.m. – midnight
The gala is included for all registrants; spouse/guest welcome with reservation (see
registration form and deadline). This exclusive gala venue features a unique overview
of the historic Old City of Jerusalem and is spectacular. The setting sun and illuminated
walls will create a glowing backdrop for dinner and entertainment.
Optional Group Activities
Registration required (see registration form and deadline)
Tuesday, October 23
Afternoon and Evening Jerusalem City Tour and Dinner
Beginning at the Mount of Olives, with a panoramic view of the ancient city of Jerusalem,
you will tour the Old City and the Western Wall Tunnels accompanied by professional
English-speaking guides. Highlights feature the four neighborhoods of Jerusalem which
are named according to the majority ethnic affiliation who live there. This Old City
orientation includes a walking tour through Jaffa Gate and down David Street where the
ethnic quarters surround you, including Christian, Armenian, Jewish and Muslim. A
visit to the unique Western Wall Tunnels takes you on a journey through the fascinating
timeline of history and archaeology of the city. Dinner will be at Bulghourji, a classic
renowned Old City restaurant housed in an ancient bulgur factory. Hotel departure
at approximately 1:30 p.m.; return approximately 9:00 p.m. Business casual attire is
appropriate; good walking shoes are required for the uneven Old City walkways.
Spouse/guest welcome; all participants must have reservations (see registration form and
deadline).
Wednesday, October 24
Afternoon and Evening Tour featuring the new Holocaust History Museum, the
Tower of David and Dinner at the American Colony. Yad Vashem, the Holocaust
History Museum, is a powerful experience for visitors to Israel and has recently been
renovated. The new museum places an emphasis on the history of the Holocaust from
a human perspective and uses multimedia to present a historical narrative interwoven
with personal stories. Following your visit, continue on to the rooftop of Notre Dame
for time to reflect and converse with your fellow alumni attendees before experiencing
the beautiful sunset sound and light presentation at the Tower of David. Dinner follows
at the American Colony Hotel in its beautiful Arabesque Restaurant. Hotel departure
at approximately 1:30 p.m.; return approximately 10:00 p.m. Business casual attire
is appropriate. Spouse/guest welcome; all participants must have reservations (see
registration form and deadline).
Friday, October 26
Friday Shabbat Program and Dinner. Extending your stay for one additional day will
allow for free time, a visit to the Western Wall and the opportunity to experience a
traditional Shabbat. Dinner is included. Spouse/guest welcome; all participants must
have reservations (see registration form and deadline).
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Cancellation Policy
Reservations for accommodations and optional programs must be made before July
31, 2012. All reservations are on a first-come basis. Cancellations after this date are
subject to penalty and are the individual’s responsibility. Hotel rates at the MCAA rate
are available two nights pre-conference and two nights post-conference. Important
notice: the MCAA rates quoted are for a 4-night minimum stay. If less than 4 nights
are booked for any individual reservation, the hotel reserves the right to amend the
quoted rate. Cancellation policy: if cancellation is required, all efforts will be made to
regain payments required for hotel banquet services and/or optional tours confirmed.
Recouping payment is based on the payments already paid by Concierge Services, LLC,
to hotels and land operators, which are contractual. Cancellation penalties may apply
and are the participant’s responsibility. Cancellation insurance is highly recommended
and will be sent on request to interested individuals.
Course Directors
Patricia S. Simmons, M.D., Co-Chair
Division of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
Mayo Clinic
Michael G. Sarr, M.D., Co-Chair
Division of Gastroenterologic and General Surgery
Mayo Clinic
Eric S. Edell, M.D.
Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Mayo Clinic
Course Faculty
Gerald J. Bechamps, M.D.
Department of General Surgery
Winchester Medical Center
Winchester, VA
Lael Anson Best, M.D.
Director, Department of Thoracic Surgery
RAMBAM Health Care Campus
Haifa
J. Michael Bostwick, M.D.
Department of Psychiatry
Mayo Clinic
John H. Davidson, M.D.
Division of General Internal Medicine
Mayo Clinic
Eric S. Edell, M.D.
Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care
Medicine
Mayo Clinic
Bruce A. Evans, M.D.
Department of Neurology
Mayo Clinic
Philip (Phil) R. Fischer, M.D.
Department of Pediatric and Adolescent
Medicine
Mayo Clinic
Amy E. Foxx-Orenstein, D.O.
Division of Gastroenterology
Mayo Clinic in Arizona
Eddie L. Greene, M.D.
Division of Nephrology and Hypertension
Mayo Clinic
Edward R. Laskowski, M.D.
Department of Physical Medicine and
Rehabilitation
Mayo Clinic
Deborah J. Lightner, M.D.
Department of Urology
Mayo Clinic
Ruth Lupu, Ph.D.
Department of Laboratory Medicine and
Pathology
Mayo Clinic
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Lonzetta (Loni) Neal, M.D.
Division of General Internal Medicine
Mayo Clinic
Sandhya Pruthi, M.D.
Division of General Internal Medicine
Mayo Clinic
Ronald Reimer, M.D.
Department of Neurologic Surgery
Mayo Clinic in Florida
Deborah J. Rhodes, M.D.
Division of Preventive, Occupational and
Aerospace Medicine
Mayo Clinic
Steven H. Rose, M.D.
Vice Dean, Mayo School of Graduate
Medical Education
Mayo Clinic
Juan M. Sarmiento, M.D., FACS
Associate Professor of Surgery
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
Michael G. Sarr, M.D.
Division of Gastroenterologic and General
Surgery
Mayo Clinic
Patricia S. Simmons, M.D.
Division of Pediatric and Adolescent
Gynecology
Mayo Clinic
Farris K. Timimi, M.D.
Division of Cardiovascular Diseases
Director, Mayo Clinic Center for Social
Media
Mayo Clinic
John M. Wilkinson, M.D.
Department of Family Medicine
Mayo Clinic
Anthony J. Windebank, M.D.
Department of Neurology
Mayo Clinic
Katie Zahasky, R.N., C.N.P.
Division of Medical Oncology
Mayo Clinic
Amitai Ziv, M.D.
Director, Israel Center for Medical
Simulation
Deputy Director, Sheba Medical Center
Tel Hashomer
CME Conference Information
Faculty Disclosure
As a provider accredited by ACCME, College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic (Mayo School of
Continuous Professional Development) must ensure balance, independence, objectivity
and scientific rigor in its educational activities. Course director(s), planning committee,
faculty, and all others who are in a position to control the content of this educational
activity are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with any commercial
interest related to the subject matter of the educational activity. Safeguards against
commercial bias have been put in place. Faculty also will disclose any off-label and/
or investigational use of pharmaceuticals or instruments discussed in their presentation.
Disclosure of this information will be published in course materials so those participants
in the activity may formulate their own judgments regarding the presentation.
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Monday, October 22, 2012
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Welcome reception at the Dan Jerusalem Hotel
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
7:30 am – 12:30 pm Medical Education Session
7:30 am Welcome and Program Overview
Patricia S. Simmons, M.D.
7:35 am The Future Is Here
Mayo Clinic IS “Living Long And Living Well!”
Patricia S. Simmons, M.D.
The History Of Medical Simulation
Amitai Ziv, M.D.
8:50 am Break
9:00 am Passing It Forward
The Future Of Medical Education
Steven H. Rose, M.D.
Fellowship At The Mayo Clinic – Its Impact On A Surgeon From A
Developing Country
Lael Anson Best, M.D.
Diversity Is The Future
Eddie L. Greene, M.D.
Resident Hours – The Good, The Bad, The Future
Michael G. Sarr, M.D.
Panel – Audience Q & A
10:45 am Is Prevention Working?
Prevention Of Women’s Cancers – Does Lifestyle Modification
Work?
Sandhya Pruthi, M.D.
Obesity And Digestive Cancers
Amy E. Foxx-Orenstein, D.O.
Breast Cancer Detection: Removing the Pink-Colored Glasses
Deborah J. Rhodes, M.D.
Honoring Choices: Crucial Conversations At The End Of Life
John M. Wilkinson, M.D.
Panel – Audience Q & A
12:30 pm Adjourn
Schedule, topics and speakers subject to change
Optional afternoon and evening Jerusalem city tour and dinner (see registration
form and deadline; payment is separate from CME registration fee). Hotel departure
approximately 1:30 pm; return approximately 9:00 pm.
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Wednesday, October 24, 2012
7:30 am – 12:30 pm Medical Education Session
7:30 am Introduction And Meeting Review
Patricia S. Simmons, M.D.
7:35 am Integrative And Holistic Approaches To Health
Mindfulness: The Practice That Makes Possible A Reduction Of
Pain, Worry And Suffering
Deborah J. Lightner, M.D.
Acupuncture In The New Millennium – Getting The Point
Ronald Reimer, M.D.
Conquering Adolescent Pain – A Whole-Person Approach
Philip (Phil) R. Fischer, M.D.
Activity As We Age…How To Keep A Baby Boomer Buff
Edward R. Laskowski, M.D.
Intersection of Faith (Spirituality) And Medicine
John H. Davidson, M.D.
Panel – Audience Q & A
10:05 am Break
10:15 am Mind, Body, Spirit
Physician Personality
J. Michael Bostwick, M.D.
Menopause: A Mindful Approach
Lonzetta (Loni) Neal, M.D.
The Bladder Has A Mind Of Its Own: What To Do About It!
Deborah J. Lightner, M.D.
The Art Of Spirituality In The Practice Of Medicine
Katie Zahasky, R.N., C.N.P.
Panel – Audience Q & A
12:30 pm Adjourn
Schedule, topics and speakers subject to change
Optional afternoon and evening tour featuring the newly renovated Yad Vashem
Holocaust History Museum, the Tower of David and dinner at the American Colony (see
registration form and deadline; payment is separate from CME registration fee). Hotel
departure approximately 1:30 pm; return approximately 10:00 pm.
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Thursday, October 25, 2012
7:30 am – 12:30 pm Medical Education Session
7:30 am Introduction And Meeting Review
Michael G. Sarr, M.D.
7:35 am History And Contemporary Issues
Mixing Oil And Blood: Paintings Tell The History Of Surgeons
Juan M. Sarmiento, M.D., FACS
Psychopathology In Physicians
J. Michael Bostwick, M.D.
Avoiding Physician Burnout – Charting A Course Of Professional
Wellness
Gerald J. Bechamps, M.D.
Physician Stress And Decreasing Reimbursement – Insight From
Mars
Bruce A. Evans, M.D.
Panel – Audience Q & A
9:20 am Break
9:30 am Here, There, Everywhere – Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic And The World
Patricia S. Simmons, M.D.
Here, There, Everywhere – e-Consult
Eric S. Edell, M.D.
Health Care Social Media – Why Social Networking Is Not Optional
Farris K. Timimi, M.D.
Panel – Audience Q & A
10:55 am Shaping Tomorrow
Evolution Of Laparoscopic Major Liver Resection
Juan M. Sarmiento, M.D., FACS
Metabolism And Breast Cancer: Therapeutic Advances
Ruth Lupu, Ph.D.
Regenerative Medicine At Mayo Clinic – 2012 And Beyond
Anthony J. Windebank, M.D.
Panel – Audience Q & A
12:30 pm Adjourn
Schedule, topics and speakers subject to change
Gala Finale Dinner, 7:00 pm – midnight (evening attire) MCAA International CME
Program finale dinner included for all CME registrants; spouse/guest registration
available (see attached registration form and deadline).
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For those attending ONLY the Scientific CME
Program & Optional Social Programs
October 22-25, 2012
(Registration form for pre-Jerusalem program and post-Israel and Jordan program follows)
To register, complete the following registration form and return by mail or fax.
Registration is on a first-come basis.
Registration fee (check or credit card authorization) must accompany submission of
this form. The course fee is $890 US Dollars. Fee includes course tuition and materials,
conference refreshment breaks, facility technical requirements, opening night reception,
and gala finale dinner.
Rooms are held for MCAA participants at the Dan Jerusalem hotel in Executive and
Executive Old City view categories; first-come basis. NOTE: All presenters must
complete the registration form and submit applicable fees for themselves and their
guests.
Send Registration form and payment authorization to:
Concierge Services, LLC
Linda S. Freeman
PO Box 6391
Rochester, MN 55903-6391
Telephone: +1-507-280-9066
E-mail: FreemanL@rconnect.com
Fax: +1-866-287-0517
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Scientific CME Program Registration & Hotel Registration
(For those attending the scientific program and optional social programs ONLY)
Please print all information. Photocopy this form for multiple registrations.
This registration form should be submitted along with the appropriate fees. Check or credit
card (Visa, MasterCard or American Express) accepted.
Name (as it appears on your passport) ___________________________________________
*Passport Number and Expiration Date __________________________________________
Degree(s) (to be listed on your name tag) ___________________________________________
Work Address/City/State/Zip Code ____________________________________________
E-mail _______________________________________________________________________
Telephone Number (_______) _____________ Fax Number (_______) _________________
Spouse/Guest Participant Name ________________________________________________
(as it appears on the passport)
*Passport Number and Expiration Date __________________________________________
Administrative Assistant Name _________________________________________________
Telephone (_____) _____________________________________________________________
(Or the person that is assisting with course registration and travel arrangements if other than the
registrant.)
*Passports for US passport holders and all those returning to reside in the US should be valid
through six-months of return. (For example, if returning October 26, then valid through April
26, 2013; if returning from Jordan on June 5, then valid through May 5, 2013.) Call Concierge
Services, LLC/Linda Freeman at +1-507-280-9066 with questions.
Special dietary or accommodation needs, e.g. allergy to down/feathers.
Please specify _________________________________________________________________
Charge the Program registration fee ($890.00) to the following credit card listed on page 16.
Charge made at registration; detailed receipt will be sent.
Check enclosed made payable to Concierge Services, LLC
Charge Program fee to credit card listed on page 16
Credit card #1
Credit card #2
Credit card #3
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Hotel
Conference Hotel is the Dan Jerusalem, located on Mt. Scopus overlooking Old City
Jerusalem.
http://www.danhotels.com/JerusalemHotels/DanJerusalemHotel/index.htm?gclid=CL
CEubLlgq8CFcsAQAodXRfR3A
Breakfast is included along with the taxes and VAT. Rooms will be held on and
confirmed to the attendee’s credit card. Hotel charges will be paid by attendee at check-
out. NOTES: 4-night minimum duration required to receive the MCAA room rate.
Penalties apply for cancellations made after July 31, 2012.
All hotel and other program reservations need to be made through Concierge Services,
LLC, Linda Freeman. (See contact information on page 10)
Arrival Date/Airline/Flight #/Scheduled arrival time:______________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Departure Date/Airline/Flight #/Scheduled departure time: _______________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Single or Double Occupancy (all accommodations are non-smoking)
Select one room category:
Executive Room: $262/night including breakfast and VAT
Executive Room Old City View: $287/night including breakfast and VAT
Name(s) of room occupants: 1. _____________________________________________
2. _____________________________________________
Hold the above room category to the following credit card listed on page 16. Room
charges settled at check-out. No deposit taken on card.
Credit card #1
Credit card #2
Credit card #3
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Flight Schedule/Airport Transfers
Participant flight schedules for those not participating on any pre- or post-conference
programs should plan to arrive on Monday, October 22, 2012 in Tel Aviv, Israel (TLV).
The program ends with the finale dinner on Thursday, October 25 and departing flights
can be made for Friday, October 26. If attending the finale dinner on October 25 and you
wish to depart on October 26, select a flight departing later than 3:00 a.m.
MCAA room rate will hold for two nights pre- and two nights post-conference program
for those not extending on offered pre- or post-conference programs.
Contact Concierge Services, LLC/Linda Freeman for confirmation of flight dates if in
question or for those participating in pre- or post-conference programs as outlined below.
Concierge Services, LLC, can assist with air reservations on request; please call 507-280-
9066.
Once air is confirmed, please notify Concierge Services, LLC, so that your airport
transfers can be coordinated with other attendees arriving and departing. Tel Aviv is
located 45 minutes from Jerusalem and group transfers will be offered.
Scientific CME Meeting Event Registration and
Spouse/Guest Event Registration
The following are included in the Scientific CME Meeting registration fee. Please indicate
you and any spouse/guest attendance. Credit card authorization for spouse/guest
participation follows. Charges processed at the time of registration.
Monday, October 22, 2012
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception - including heavy hors d’oeuvres, beverages and entertainment
____ I will attend (Included in attendance program fee)
____ I will not attend
Spouse/Guest registration fee $ 95.00 per-person US Dollars
Register my Spouse/Guest:
Name: _______________________________
Name: _______________________________
Thursday, October 25, 2012
7:00 p.m.-midnight
Gala dinner
____ I will attend (Included in attendance program fee)
____ I will not attend
Spouse/Guest registration fee $125.00 per-person US Dollars
Register my Spouse/Guest
Name: _______________________________
Name: _______________________________
Charge the above Spouse/Guest social event registrations to the following credit card
listed on page 16:
Credit card #1
Credit card #2
Credit card #3
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OPTIONAL Social Events Registration
(First-come basis) Requests received after July 31, 2012, cannot be guaranteed
Credit card authorization for spouse/guest participation follows. Charges processed at
the time of registration.
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Jerusalem Old City Highlights tour, Western Wall Tunnels tour and Bulghourji
Restaurant dinner.
$130 per-person including transfers, professional English-speaking guide, all admissions
and beverages with dinner.
Reserve _______ places @ $130 each.
Use the following credit card as listed on page 16
Credit card #1
Credit card #2
Credit card #3
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Yad Vashem Memorial, Notre Dame, Tower of David and American Colony Dinner.
$190 per-person including transfers, professional English-speaking guide, all admissions
and beverages with dinner.
Reserve _______ places @ $190 each.
Use the following credit card as listed on page 16
Credit card #1
Credit card #2
Credit card #3
Friday, October 26, 2012
Afternoon visit to the Western Wall (‘wailing wall’) and evening Shabbat dinner
experience. NOTE: This tour/activity is included for those registered on the post-
conference tour.
$126 per-person including transfers, professional English-speaking guide, and dinner.
Reserve _______ places @ $126 each. NOTE: Your hotel reservation should be made to
include this extra night (October 26) and departure on Saturday, October 27.
Use the following credit card as listed on page 16
Credit card #1
Credit card #2
Credit card #3
CME Program Optional Tours
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Pre- and Post-Conference Program Extension
Registration
Friday, October 19 (depart USA October 18) – Monday, October 22.
Details outlined in brochure.
$1,100 per-person, 50% deposit due at registration. Final payment due by July 31, 2012;
participants will be invoiced for the final payment.
Reserve _______ places @ $1,100 each
Use the following credit card as listed on page 16
Credit card #1
Credit card #2
Credit card #3
Friday, October 26 – Monday, November 5. Details outlined in brochure.
$3,600 per-person, 50% deposit due at registration. Final payment due by July 31, 2012;
participants will be invoiced for the final payment.
Reserve _______ places @ $3,600 each
Use the following credit card as listed on page 16
Credit card #1
Credit card #2
Credit card #3
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Credit Card Details
#1 Credit Card
Visa MasterCard American Express
Account number: _______________________________________________________________
Exp. date: ____________________ Security code: _________
Billing name: __________________________________________________________________
Billing address: _________________________________________________________________
City __________________________________________ State ________ Zip Code___________
Authorizing Signature:___________________________________________________________
#2 Credit Card
Visa MasterCard American Express
Account number: _______________________________________________________________
Exp. date: ____________________ Security code: _________
Billing name: __________________________________________________________________
Billing address: _________________________________________________________________
City __________________________________________ State ________ Zip Code___________
Authorizing Signature:___________________________________________________________
#3 Credit Card
Visa MasterCard American Express
Account number: _______________________________________________________________
Exp. date: ____________________ Security code: _________
Billing name: __________________________________________________________________
Billing address: _________________________________________________________________
City __________________________________________ State ________ Zip Code___________
Authorizing Signature:___________________________________________________________
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Pre- and Post-Conference Extended Tours
Pre-Conference Program: 4 days/3 nights additional touring in and around Jerusalem,
featuring a full day comprehensive touring experience in Bethlehem and a full day
comprehensive touring in Tel Aviv, and a culinary guided tour in the Old City.
Upgraded rooms at the Dan Jerusalem Hotel (same accommodations as the Scientific
CME Education Program; you will not need to change rooms). Arrival on Friday, October
19 (depart USA on Thursday, October 18) and inclusions feature transfer and baggage
handling from Tel Aviv airport and at hotel, English-speaking guides, Tour management
by Concierge Services, LLC, daily breakfast, 2 lunches and 2 dinners, and all taxes
and gratuities. Minimum participation of 20 people required to hold the price of $1,100
per-person. Should minimum numbers not be achieved, registrants will be fully refunded
deposit paid.
Post-Conference Program: 10 nights in northern and eastern Israel and Jordan.
Friday participants will enjoy a Shabbat in Jerusalem. Accommodations are available for
an additional two nights at the Dan Jerusalem Hotel. On Saturday, October 27, tour to
northern Israel with visits at Capernaum, an ancient fishing village on the shore of the
Sea of Galilee, and the Mount of Beatitudes. Lunch and a visit to Nazareth will also be
included. On Sunday, October 28, the group will depart Jerusalem for Masada National
Park and the Dead Sea. Masada is an historic and famous archaeological site in Jewish
history. Full touring will be enjoyed as will lunch and a float in the Dead Sea, the lowest
point on Earth at 380m below sea level. Changing rooms and shower facilities will be
available. Two nights will follow in upgraded accommodations at the amazing spa
retreat, Beresheet. (http://www.luxury-hotels-israel.com/israel-hotels/beresheet-hotel).
The group will cross into Jordan at Eilat on the Red Sea on Tuesday, October 30. The
following six nights in Jordan will highlight the magnificent history and environment
including the Wadi Rum (overnight at deluxe King Aretas IV Luxury Camp http://
www.kingaretascampjordan.com/), two nights at spectacular Nabatean civilization
site, Petra—the rose red city carved into stone (http://www.moevenpick-hotels.com/
en/pub/hotels_resorts/worldmap/petra/welcome.cfm) in upgraded superior rooms,
and three nights at the Grandy Hyatt in Amman in upgraded Club category rooms
(http://www.hyatt.com/hyatt/wwg/hotels/ammgh/index.jsp). Fully escorted and
professionally managed, the inclusive tour will feature a luxury tented-camp experience
in the Wadi Rum made famous by T.E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia); comprehensive
Petra tours; the massive Crusader fortress at Kerak; Madaba, the Mosaic City; Mount
Nebo, mountaintop memorial of Moses with captivating view over the Jordan Valley;
Jerash—a remarkably preserved Roman town north of Amman, Umm Qais, and an
Amman city tour to include the vast Souq (market). Many extras are included as well as
daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (excepting dinner on day 6). Extras include 4 x4 jeep
excursion in the Wadi Rum, horse ride in Petra from main entrance to the Siq (narrow
rock entrance to Petra), all gratuities, baggage handling and more.
Per-person for the above unique and exclusive package: $3,600.00 Minimum
participation of 20 participants is required in order to hold the price of $3,600 per-person.
Should minimum numbers not be achieved, registrants will be fully refunded deposit
paid. Passports must be valid through May 5, 2013, for those extending on this tour. If
passports expire before this date, you should renew your passport before departure.
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Terms and Conditions
Pre- and Post-Scientific CME Education Program
Touring Extensions Terms and Conditions
Reservations must be accompanied by a 50% per-person deposit and a completed and
signed registration form. Final payment is due by July 31, 2012. Deposit and final
payments can be paid by Visa/MasterCard/American Express only. Tour confirmations
are based on date deposits are paid and on a first-come basis. Minimum number of
20 participants required for either program to hold the pricing as outlined. Concierge
Services, LLC, will invoice you for the final payment due. Should minimum numbers not
be achieved, all deposits paid will be fully refunded.
Travelers are responsible for obtaining proper passports and/or other international
identification documents that you require and for assuring their validity. US Passports
must be valid through April 27, 2013 for those returning to the USA on October 25 or 26.
For those extending to Jordan, passports must be valid through May 5, 2013.
Cancellations
In the event you must cancel your participation on the tour, contact Linda Freeman,
President, Concierge Services, LLC, at 507-280-9066. Cancellations are subject to per-
person penalties and will depend on when the cancellation is made. Refunds are based
on payments and deposits that Concierge Services, LLC, has made on your behalf from
the time of your deposit and until the time of cancellation. Concierge Services, LLC,
and Linda S. Freeman, strongly recommend trip cancellation and interruption insurance
coverage; all persons placing deposits for pre- and post-scientific education programs
will be given trip cancellation insurance information.
Trip Cancellation Insurance
Trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. Trip cancellation information
will be sent to all individuals placing trip deposits at the time the deposit is received.
Cancellation insurance covers your financial investment in the trip (minus the premium
paid) and is strongly recommended for all travelers. Trip cancellation insurance will not
cover ‘changing your mind’ and is generally for immediate family and personal traveler
medical concerns.
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Terms and Conditions
Responsibility
Concierge Services, LLC, acts only as an agent for the suppliers and contractors and
group operators providing air and other transportation, hotel, sightseeing, restaurant and
other services, and assumes no responsibility for (no matter how caused) personal injury,
personal or property damage or loss in connection with any services from independent
suppliers that are not subject to the control of Concierge Services, LLC, and Linda S.
Freeman. Concierge Services, LLC, and Linda S. Freeman, can therefore not be held liable
for any accident or personal injury or property damage or personal loss that may occur
in connection with any service due to (1) Any act of omission by such a supplier, or (2)
Any defects in or failure of any aircraft, vessel, automotive vehicle, or other means or
transportation that is not under our control, or (3) Any circumstances arising as a
result of military or political action, weather, acts of God, or any other circumstances over
which Concierge Services, LLC, and Linda S. Freeman, have no control.
Concierge Services, LLC, reserves the right to alter, change or omit any part of the
itinerary or any reservation, conveyance, or routing at any time and without notice,
when it is deemed necessary or desirable by Concierge Services, LLC, and Linda S.
Freeman, and is deemed to be in the best interests of the participants. Concierge Services,
LLC, reserves the right to pass on to tour members any losses caused by delays or
events beyond our control including extreme (more than 5%) cost changes. Concierge
Services, LLC, also reserves the right to decline to accept or retain any person(s) as a
tour member if the circumstances require. Participants are responsible for understanding
there are walking tours included requiring physical stamina and for which alternative
arrangements will not be possible. Good health and physical condition of participants
is assumed by Concierge Services, LLC, at the time of deposit. Participants must inform
Concierge Services, LLC, of any health or incapacity or accommodation issues before
traveling to Israel. Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended.
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Mayo Clinic Alumni Association –
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Program and Tour
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