Oral Board Review Course (2019): Saturday-SOLD OUT!

Dallas, TX US
January 25, 2019 to January 26, 2019

The Saturday Program is SOLD OUT!

The purpose of AUA Oral Board Review Course is to prepare attendees for the ABU Certifying Examination (Part II). The course will provide attendees with valuable practice and preparation skills for taking the urology oral board exam in Dallas. This highly interactive course emulates the oral board exam given by the American Board of Urology. Attendees will participate in two-75 minute mock oral exam sessions as well as case discussion with expert examiners, role play practice sessions, a guidelines review, and a dinner session with our expert faculty who will offer tips and tricks for taking the exam, and more!  In addition to experiencing mock oral exams that are realistic, attendees will also receive guidance from expert oral examiners and the opportunity to refine thought process, communication skills and decision-making ability.

 

Attendees must choose Friday Program OR Saturday Program when registering. Can choose either/ or, not both.

Target Audience

This course is specifically designed for urologists preparing to take the ABU Certifying Examination (Part II).

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Practice the format of the oral board exam
  2. Utilize interpersonal and communication skills that result in effective information exchange
  3. Demonstrate skills to effectively manage anxiety and "exam nerves"
  4. Develop greater self-awareness and confidence in oral examination
  5. Apply the experience gained in the AUA Oral Board Review Course to better prepare them for the oral board exam
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 6.00 Non-Physician Participation
Course opens: 
06/11/2018
Course expires: 
01/26/2022
Event starts: 
01/25/2019 - 6:30pm EST
Event ends: 
01/26/2019 - 5:00pm EST
Price:
$2,025.00
Rating: 
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Saturday Program Includes:

-Early Registration available Friday 4:45-6:00pm

  • 2 –75 Minute Mock Exams
  • Individualized Feedback from Expert Examiners
  • Additional Preparation Sessions, Take Home Cases, Case Discussions with Experts, Guidelines Review etc.
  • Lunch Included
  • Dinner and General Session for all Course Attendees with the Faculty including Tips & Tricks and ABU Process
  • Special Discount Pricing of the Oral Board Study Guide APP for Course Attendees

Friday, January 25, 2019

4:45PM- 6:00 PM

Saturday Program Early Registration (Groups 4-6)

 

6:30PM-8:00PM

Dinner and General Session for all Attendees with Faculty

Tips &Tricks/ABU Process

 

 

Saturday, January 26, 2019

6:45AM – 7:15AM

Registration

 

7:30AM-12:00PM

Morning  Sessions

 

12:00PM-12:30PM

Break

 

12:30PM-4:45 PM

Afternoon Sessions

 

5:00PM

Course Adjourns

 

 

Grand Hyatt DFW International Airport
2337 South International Parkway
Dallas, TX 75261
United States
+1 (972) 973-1234

The AUA recommends that you register for the course BEFORE making travel arrangements. Once the meeting capacity is reached, which may be prior to the early-bird date, the AUA is unable to guarantee a spot in the course.

A peaceful oasis with state-of-the-art sophistication, the newly enhanced incomparable DFW airport hotel sets the bar for all others. Warm design elements and subdued lighting evoke a European boutique atmosphere. Seamlessly integrated into International Terminal D and accessible by SkyLink or Terminal Link, Grand Hyatt DFW provides a pampered experience for all. Slumber serenely in especially sound-proofed guestrooms featuring plush Hyatt Grand Beds™ and deluxe granite baths with separate shower and soaking tub. 

To hold a reservation, a major credit card number must be provided.

Room Rate: $239 single/double occupancy. To make your reservation, visit https://book.passkey.com/go/AUAOralBoard2019 or call 972-973-1234. Reference the AUA Oral Board Review Course to receive the special group rate. Once the AUA group block is full, which may be prior to the cut-off date, the AUA is unable to guarantee rooms at this rate or at this hotel.

Cut-off Date: Friday, January 4, 2019. Guest rooms may not be available at the AUA special rate after this date.

Check-in: 3 p.m.
Check-out: Noon

Travel

Please note: When utilizing a navigation app, the Hotel recommends using the address for DFW Airport and then following the street signs to Grand Hyatt DFW in Terminal D on the departures level. 

Grand Hyatt DFW, located inside Terminal D near Gate 22, is pleased to offer an 8,100 space covered "smart" parking garage. Convenient self-parking is complimentary for hotel guests. Please see our front desk personnel for a parking voucher upon check out or anytime you’re leaving the airport property. 

Valet parking is also available for a fee. Grand Hyatt DFW's valet stand is located on the departures level, near gates D22-24. Please contact the hotel for the most up-to-date rates at 972-973-1234.

Transportation

Located in Terminal D near Gate 22, there are no transportation costs to reach Grand Hyatt DFW from DFW Airport terminals. If coming from another terminal, travelers have several options:

Skylink:

For Ticketed passengers only with carry-on luggage, no checked luggage

  • DFW Airport's complimentary high-speed train
  • Located inside security
  • Continual service; trains arrive every few minutes
  • Follow signs to the Skylink, and take the train to Terminal D/Grand Hyatt
  • Exit Skylink and follow signs to Grand Hyatt

Terminal Link:

For all passengers - ticketed or un-ticketed, with or without luggage

  • DFW Airport's complimentary shuttle bus
  • Curbside on Arrivals/Luggage Claim level
  • Pickup every five minutes
  • If you have checked luggage, proceed to baggage claim
  • Follow signs outside to Terminal Link
  • Wait for Terminal D/Grand Hyatt Terminal Link Bus that will bring you to the hotel entrance

Additional transportation information and directions. For more information on transportation options once checked in as a guest of Grand Hyatt DFW, please contact the on-site concierge at 972-973-1234.

AUA ACCREDITATION INFORMATION

Accreditation: The American Urological Association (AUA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation: The American Urological Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Other Learners: The AUA is not accredited to offer credit to participants who are not MDs or DOs. However, the AUA will issue documentation of participation that states that the activity was certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

Evidence Based Content: It is the policy of the AUA to ensure that the content contained in this CME activity is valid, fair, balanced, scientifically rigorous, and free of commercial bias.

AUA Disclosure Policy: All persons in a position to control the content of an educational activity (i.e., activity planners, presenters, authors) are required to disclose to the provider any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest. The AUA must determine if the individual’s relationships may influence the educational content and resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent individuals with relevant financial relationships from participating, but rather to provide learners information with which they can make their own judgments.

Resolution of Identified Conflict of Interest: All disclosures will be reviewed by the program/course directors or editors for identification of conflicts of interest. Peer reviewers, working with the program directors and/or editors, will document the mechanism(s) for management and resolution of the conflict of interest and final approval of the activity will be documented prior to implementation. Any of the mechanisms below can/will be used to resolve conflict of interest:

  • Peer review for valid, evidence-based content of all materials associated with an educational activity by the course/program director, editor, and/or Education Content Review Committee or its subgroup.
  • Limit content to evidence with no recommendations
  • Introduction of a debate format with an unbiased moderator (point-counterpoint)
  • Inclusion of moderated panel discussion
  • Publication of a parallel or rebuttal article for an article that is felt to be biased
  • Limit equipment representatives to providing logistics and operation support only in procedural demonstrations
  • Divestiture of the relationship by faculty

Off-label or Unapproved Use of Drugs or Devices: The audience is advised that this continuing medical education activity may contain reference(s) to off-label or unapproved uses of drugs or devices. Please consult the prescribing information for full disclosure of approved uses.

AUA PARTICIPANT INFORMATION & POLICIES

Disclaimer: The opinions and recommendations expressed by faculty, authors and other experts whose input is included in this program are their own and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of the AUA.

Consent to Use of Photographic Images: Attendance at or participation in AUA meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to AUA's use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the attendee's image or voice in photographs and electronic reproductions of such meetings and activities.

Audio, Video and Photographic Equipment: The use of audio, video and other photographic recording equipment by attendees is prohibited inside AUA meeting rooms.

Reproduction Permission: Reproduction of written materials developed for this AUA course is prohibited without the written permission from individual authors and the American Urological Association.

Special Assistance/Dietary Needs: The AUA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act §12112(a). If any participant is in need of special assistance or has any dietary restrictions, please see the registration desk.

Available Credit

  • 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 6.00 Non-Physician Participation

Price

Price:
$2,025.00
Please login or register to take this course.

This registration is for the Saturday Program which begins at 6:30pm on Friday, January 25th with the Dinner/General Session and ends at5:00pm on Saturday, January 26, 2019.

***Should you wish to add on the Oral Board Study Guide App after purchasing the course please call 410.689.3917.  Discounted pricing only available to course registrants.