TexMed 2010
(Download the registration brochure.)
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April 30-May 1, Texas’ leading physicians will head to the Fort Worth Convention Center for TexMed 2010 and a chance to enhance patient care, stay abreast of major clinical updates, and discuss key issues that affect Texas medicine with experts in the field. With 100+ hours of clinical and business CME, a lively exhibit hall with 100 exhibits, and the rare opportunity to network with colleagues from all over the state, you don’t want to miss TexMed 2010.
As always registration for the annual conference is free as one of the many benefits of your TMA membership. Texas medical interns, residents, and fellows are welcome to attend TexMed as our guest.
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TexMed also hosts TMA’s annual session of its House of Delegates. Its reference committees will consider socioeconomic, public health, science, medical education, and TMA financial and organizational issues on Friday, April 30. All TMA members are welcome to attend.
The TexMed 2010 Sponsors make this event possible!
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Highlights
Friday, 7 am-5 pm and Saturday, 7 am-12:30 pm
Expo Hall
The Expo Hall is the heart of TexMed activity. Drop by the Expo Hall and check out the newest technologies, services, and pharmaceuticals in the medical industry.
Friday, Noon-1:30 pm
Networking Luncheon
Sponsored by: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
Come to the Expo Hall and grab a gourmet box lunch at the Networking Luncheon and spend time catching up with colleagues and visiting with companies who have the latest technologies and services to help you in your practice. Tickets are $15.
Friday, 4:30-5:30 pm
General Session: How to Become an Effective Communicator and Still Stay Stupid
Robert Buckman, MD, PhD
Robert Buckman, MD, PhD, will address physicians with his Monty Python meets cutting-edge communication theory, How to Become an Effective Communicator and Still Stay Stupid. A world-class expert on interpersonal communication, Dr. Buckman lives in Toronto, Canada, where he is a medical oncologist at the Princess Margaret Hospital, and professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto.
Friday, 5:30-6:30 pm
Welcome Reception
Sponsored by: Texas Medical Liability Trust
Chat with friends ... enjoy wine, cheese, and entertainment ... meet Dr. Buckman ... all courtesy of TMLT.
Friday, 6-11 pm
TMA Foundation's 17th Annual Benefit — Texas Legends: Celebrating Lone Star Trailblazers
Join co-chairs Dr. Jim and Mrs. Beverlee Herd and Dr. David and Mrs. Angela Donahue of Fort Worth for TMAF’s annual gala, which benefits TMAF and the TMA health improvement and science initiatives it funds. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Contact TMAF at (800) 880-1300, ext. 1664, (512) 370-1664, or Sean.Dunham@texmed.org. Saturday, Noon-1:15 pm
TMA/TMAA Presidents' Installation Luncheon
Sponsored by: Texas Medical Association Insurance Trust
You’ll want to take part in the joint installation of 2010-11 TMA President Susan Rudd Bailey, MD, Fort Worth, and TMAA President Doris Johnson, Roanoke. Tickets are $25.