Welcome to the April 2012 edition of InPractice Insight. This month’s issue features helpful tips, websites, and dates for making the most of your experience at the 2012 ARRS Annual Meeting in Vancouver, BC, on April 29–May 4, 2012, and updates from our Membership, Education, and Publication departments. Enjoy this issue, and we look forward to connecting with you soon.

On-site Registration Available in Vancouver

If you missed the pre-registration deadline, you can still register for the 2012 ARRS Annual Meeting on-site at the ARRS registration desk in the Vancouver Convention Centre, East Building. Registration hours are as follows: 

Saturday, April 28

1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 

Sunday, April 29

6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. 

Monday, April 30 – Thursday, May 3

6:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 

Friday, May 4

6:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

For more information about registration, visit http://meeting2012.arrs.org.

Download the 2012 Program Book to Your Tablet!

For your convenience, the 2012 ARRS Annual Meeting program book will be available to download on your iPad or other portable tablets. Click here for easy instructions for downloading the book to your device.

Can’t find the name of the session you wanted to attend? Did you lose your schedule? Need to know who’s in the exhibit hall? Get connected to real-time answers and updates from the 2012 ARRS Annual Meeting by logging into the Annual Meeting Mobile Site. This site will give you instant access to your personal schedule, room location, exhibitors, and much more. Log on to m12.arrs.org from any mobile device to stay connected in Vancouver!

Share your tweets from the 2012 ARRS Annual Meeting! Follow us on Twitter at @ARRS_Radiology and use the hashtag #ARRS2012. Tweet you soon!

As you prepare for your trip to Vancouver, don’t forget to bring your passport and to check with your cellphone provider for international calling rates and services. We want to ensure that each of our members has an enjoyable time during the meeting.

THERE’S MORE TO DO IN BEAUTIFUL VANCOUVER 

After a great day of sessions and networking with colleagues at the 2012 ARRS Annual Meeting, what better way to wind down than enjoying a night (or day!) in Vancouver. Check out these popular tourist attractions to enhance your trip and take advantage of all that Vancouver has to offer. 

 1. Granville Island: This historic and popular destination, located along the False Creek, is at the heart of downtown Vancouver. It features the Granville Public Market, a vast marina, several theatres and fine arts galleries, and a variety of shopping areas. 

 2. Klahowya Village in Stanley Park: The village offers visitors a unique experience to learn about the authentic aboriginal culture of this region. Visitors are treated to a variety of cultural tours and demonstrations that showcase original song, dance, art, and native cuisine. 

3. Vancouver Lookout: This impressive vantage point is located at the top of Harbor Centre, one of the tallest buildings in Vancouver. From here, visitors can take in breathtaking views of the city and, on a clear day, see points as far west as the Olympic Peninsula in Seattle.

4. English Bay: This charming neighborhood is located in the West End of downtown Vancouver. Visitors can enjoy an easy stroll, shop, or take in an amazing sunset from one of the Bay’s many beaches.

 5. Capilano Suspension Bridge: This walk is not for the faint of heart! Located 20 minutes outside Vancouver, this historic bridge stretches 450 feet across and 230 feet above the Capilano River. Adventurous visitors can take a guided tour over the bridge or check out the Living Forest exhibit. 

For more information on what to see and do in Vancouver, visit the Tourism Vancouver or the City of Vancouver Information Center.

PUBLICATION UPDATES

Wouldn’t it have been great to be able to tell a younger version of yourself to not sweat the small stuff or to be gentle on yourself as you learn the ropes? You can read more thoughtful advice from some of our prominent ARRS leaders in the Spring 2012 InPractice feature “Letters to a Young Radiologist.”

EDUCATION UPDATES

ARRS GoldMiner® provides instant access to more than 250,000 images from 260 peer-reviewed journals. This online resource allows image searches by findings, anatomy, imaging technique, patient age, and sex. Now, ARRS members can earn .5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit for each self-directed online search conducted through ARRS GoldMiner® CME. Start your individualized searches at http://goldminer.arrs.org. Only current members of the Society who use their ARRS member login and password will be able to earn ARRS GoldMiner® point of care CME credit.

The 2012 ARRS Breast Imaging Symposium will take place September 19-22, 2012 at the Marriott Wardman Park in Washington, DC. Registration opens Tuesday, May 15, and the early-bird registration deadline will be Friday, August 17. Stay tuned to www.arrs.org and upcoming issues of InPractice InSight for more information.

The 2012 ARRS Chest Imaging Symposium will take place October 5-6, 2012 at the Crowne Plaza in Redondo Beach, CA. Registration opens Tuesday, May15, and the early-bird registration deadline will be Friday, August 31. Stay tuned to www.arrs.org and upcoming issues of InPractice InSight for more information.

MEMBERSHIP NOTES

ARRS membership is complimentary for residents and fellows throughout the world. Please encourage your colleagues in training to learn more about resident and fellow membership and to join the ARRS by completing an online membership application.

Update your membership information by logging into the the ARRS website. Once you have logged in, click on "My Profile" and then click on “Change Address” and e-mail under the "Contact Information" section. You can also call 866-940-2777 or 703-729-3353 or send an e-mail to membership@arrs.org.

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