2014 ASOA Congress Boston Convention and Exhibition Center

2014 ASOA Congress Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC) Attendee Guide April 25 – 29 Boston, MA

Helpful Information for Congress Attendees v. Housing Accommodations v. Travel Reservations v. What Your Conference Registration Includes v. ASOA Workshops & the COE Exam v. Course Selection v. Shuttle Buses v. Navigating the Congress v. Opening General Sessions & Roundtables v. Networking Lounge v. What to Pack v. Boston Tourism v. Reminders

Housing Accommodations • Book your housing through ASCRS/ASOA to obtain discounted rates. • Shuttle buses run to and from the BCEC to the official ASCRS/ASOA Symposium & Congress hotels. • View a map of hotel locations and amenities.

Travel Reservations • Attendees will fly in and out of Boston’s Logan International Airport (BOS). Public transportation including the “T” subway system, hotel shuttles, and taxis are available from the airport to all hotels. • If you are registered for any of the ASOA Workshops on Friday, April 25 th, you will want to arrive on Thursday, April 24 th.

What Your Conference Registration Includes • Your badge and meeting materials. These will not be mailed in advance. IMPORTANT: Bring your confirmation email with you on site to print your badge. • Access to all ASCRS and ASOA programs. Separate registration and fee required for ASOA Workshops, Cornea Day, ASCRS Glaucoma Day. • A joint registration category is available for those interested in attending both the ASOA Congress and Technicians & Nurses Program. • ASCRS programs are not eligible for COE credit. • Admission to the Exhibit Hall and the ASCRS/ASOA Resource Center Booth # 663. • General Sessions and Roundtables. • ASOA Networking Lounge and featured activities, including Consultants-on-Call. • ASOA Celebration – Sunday, April 27, 8 PM to 12 AM Location – House of Blues (15 Lansdowne St. ) Conference badge required.

ASOA Workshops & the COE Exam • You do not have to attend the ASOA Congress to register for the ASOA Workshops* or the COE Exam*. However, separate registration and fees apply for these programs. • ASOA Workshops are optional training workshops and review courses in a concentrated training environment. Register for the following workshops: Friday, April 25, 2014 – Saturday, April 26, 2014: • • Advanced Excel for the Practice Administrator (1/2 Day) Beginner Excel for the Practice Administrator (1/2 Day) Lean Six Sigma for Your Practice (1/2 Day) Maximizing Leadership Skills (1/2 Day) Pinto Practice Coaching (1/2 Day) ICD-10 Implementation Training (Full Day) Practice Management Boot Camp (Full Day) COE Review Course – Parts 1 & 2 (2 Full Days) Tuesday, April 29, 2014: • COE Exam (NO onsite registration) • Dale Carnegie Leadership (1/2 Day) *Limited seating

Course Selection • Preview Program: Mailed to you and available online. • Online Real-Time Program and Itinerary Planner: Maximize your time at the conference. Search and browse the program and create your custom itinerary. • Handouts: It is strongly advised you print or download conference handouts in advance and bring them with you. Printers will not be available onsite. • A mobile application will be available in early April 2014. We suggest that you download and review the app prior to arriving.

Shuttle Buses • Shuttle buses run to and from the BCEC to the official ASCRS/ASOA Symposium & Congress hotels. • A printed schedule will also be included in your conference bag. • Allow yourself a minimum of 45 minutes prior to the start of your first session at the BCEC.

Navigating the Congress • ASOA Programming will be held in the BCEC, primarily on Level 1. The address for the BCEC is 415 Summer Street. • ASCRS Programming will also be held in the BCEC, primarily on Level 2. • The Exhibit Hall will be located in the BCEC, on the lower, Exhibit Level. The Exhibit Hall will be open 9 am – 5 pm Saturday – Monday and from 9 am – 1 pm on Tuesday. • Bring your confirmation email, print your badge, and pick up your bag and registration materials in the Attendee Registration located in the North Lobby of the BCEC. • Pick up your BADGE PRIOR to attending the Joint Government Relations Session featuring U. S. Senator Rand Paul, MD (R-KY) on Friday at 5: 00 pm

Navigating the Congress • The ASOA Networking Lounge will be located in room 104 BC, Level 1, of the BCEC. Attendee Ribbons will be available for pick-up in the Lounge. • The ASCRS/ASOA Resource Center will be located in the Exhibit Hall, Booth #663. • Charging stations will be located throughout BCEC. • Print your Continuing Education Credits (CEC and Certificates) before leaving the conference at the technology kiosks which will be located throughout the BCEC. • Food will be available for purchase on Level 1 as well as in the Exhibit Hall. • COE Lunch & Program – Exclusively for COEs Sunday, April 27, 11: 30 am – 1: 00 pm, Room 256 Guest speaker - Marilyn Moats Kennedy “Navigating the New Cross-Generational Culture”

Opening General Session & Roundtables • Opening General Session: Saturday, April 26 from 8: 30 – 10: 30 am (Room 210 ABC) • Welcome Remarks from ASCRS, ASOA, and NBCOE Presidents • Tom Sullivan presentation “Adventures in Darkness” • Top 10 Roundtables: Saturday, April 26, 11: 00 am – 12 noon (Room 107 B) • Remaining Roundtables will be held in the Networking Lounge (Room 104 BC) Saturday afternoon thru Monday.

Networking Lounge • The Networking Lounge (104 BC) will open 30 minutes before sessions begin and close 30 minutes after sessions conclude. • Consultants-on-Call: Walk in or schedule one-on-one meetings with experienced consultants. • Career Board: Post a resume or browse resumes for job openings. Resumes or job postings should be sent in advance to amy@asoa. org • Roundtables: Saturday afternoon thru Monday (see schedule posted outside of Networking Lounge).

What to Pack • Conference attire is business casual. • Weather in Boston can vary in April. Plan on checking the weather in advance and pack an umbrella. • Meeting rooms can be chilly. Pack a light jacket or sweater. • Bring plenty of business cards to make the most of your networking experience. • Print or download session handouts in advance to bring with you. (Printers will not be available on site)

Boston Tourism • Boston is a wonderful and historic city for site seeing, shopping, dining, or exploring. View the Boston Tourism Guide

Reminders • Online Real-Time Program and Itinerary Planner: Gain the most from this educational opportunity by planning your schedule in advance. • Mobile App: Download the meeting app onto your mobile device or tablet and take advantage of viewing the meeting information right in your hands. (The app will be available in early April 2014) • Continuing Education Credits: Obtain your credits and print certificates before leaving the conference at the technology kiosks located in the BCEC. • Charging Stations: Located throughout the BCEC should you need to charge your electronic devices. • The ASOA Staff is happy to answer any questions you may have prior to the conference. SEE YOU IN BOSTON!