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AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ORTHOPAEDIC PHYSICIAN'S ASSISTANTS
8365 Keystone Crossing
Suite 107
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(800) 280-2390
(317) 205-9481 Fax
asopa@hp-assoc.com

 Last modified on 1/16/08

32nd Annual Meeting
June 27 - 30, 2008
Hilton Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
- 32nd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Orthopaedic Physician’s Assistants
- 26th Annual Clinical Symposium for the National Association of
Orthopaedic Technologists

Join the American Society of Orthopaedic Physician’s Assistants (ASOPA) and the National Association of Orthopaedic Technologists (NAOT) for the 1st Annual Joint Meeting. There will be four days of informative sessions that will provide you with educational and networking opportunities needed for continued professional development as an allied health care provider in orthopaedics. 

FEATURED SESSIONS AND TOPICS
 • Minimally Invasive Total Hip Arthroplasty
• Elbow and Shoulder Instability in Young Athletes
• Female Sports Injuries
• New Surgical Techniques in the OR
• Emerging Techniques in Spinal Surgery
• Workplace Injuries of the Upper Extremity
• Ergonomics in Health Care
• Radiation Safety in the OR and Clinical Setting
• Foot Orthotics/Running Shoes
• Total Knee Replacement
• Pediatic Surgery
• Ortho Trauma
• ACL Repair
• Hip Fractures

WORKSHOPS & BREAKOUTS
• Casting and Splinting Skills Workshop
• Advanced Casting
• Total Contact Casting
• Functional Cast Therapy Applications
• Suturing Workshop
• Intramedullary Nailing of Long Bone Fractures
• Exam, Diagnosis & Treatment Methods for Knee
Patellofemoral Dysfunction
• Hanging Cast for Humerus Shaft Fractures
• Advanced Splinting
• Assessment of the Lower Extremity – Ankle & Lower Leg
• Application of the Hip Spica
• Wound VAC (Vacuum Assisted Closure)
• Slipper Casting for Calcaneal Fractures
• The ABCs of Ankle-Foot Orthoses (AFOs)
• Hand Fractures

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Download conference brochure
Download registration form
Attendee on-line registration - CLOSED (on site registration only)

Exhibitor Prospectus & Registration

Conference Sponsors
REGISTRATION FEE(S)
Registration Type before May 28 after May 28
ASOPA MEMBER $375 $425
NON MEMBER $475 $525
--Additional/Optional Fees--
Casting and Splinting Skills Workshop
MEMBER $100 $125
NON MEMBER $150 $175
Advanced Casting Workshop
MEMBER $50 $75
NON MEMBER $75 $100
CPR Certification Workshop
MEMBER $50 $75
NON MEMBER $75 $100
ONE DAY PASS: MEMBER $200 $225
ONE DAY PASS: NON MEMBER $225 $250
EXTRA BANQUET TICKETS $50 $50

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
 The official location for ASOPA’s 32nd Annual Meeting is the Hilton Minneapolis. A special room rate of $139 per night is available for meeting participants by contacting Hilton Reservations via phone at (800) 445-8667 or (612) 376-1000 or click online reservations. (reference group code NAO when making reservations). It is strongly recommended that you make your reservations as soon as possible. These rooms and rates are offered on a space-available basis through May 28, 2008.

AIR TRAVEL AND AIRPORT TO HOTEL TRANSPORTATION
 The Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport airport is only 12-15 minutes from the Hilton Minneapolis. Cab fare from the airport to hotel will range between $25-30. The Super Shuttle to and from the hotel is available at approximately $15-17 per one-way transfer. Please note that the shuttle service may stop at multiple locations downtown and may not go directly to the Hilton.

CME/CEU HOURS & CREDITS
 The educational sessions at ASOPA 2008 have been approved by the following certification agencies for CEUs/CMEs. 
-National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Physician’s Assistants (NBCOPA) - 24 hours
-National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists (NBCOT) - 24 hours
-National Association of Athletic Trainers Board of Certification (NATABOC) - 17 hours (conference) &
approved for 8 hours (Casting & Splinting Skills Workshop)
-National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) – 21 hours

MINNEAPOLIS ACTIVITIES
 Minneapolis has much to offer in recreation and culture. While in town, plan to visit some on Minneapolis'ss attractions:

•Nicollet Mall
Located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, this mall/street has a variety of shops and eateries within walking distance of the Hilton

•Mall of America (excellent shopping and dining)
www.mallofamerica.com

For more information on things/places to see and do while in Minneapolis, visit the Minneapolis Convention and Visitors Assocaiton at www.minneapolis.org.