Emergency Information/First Aid
For fire, medical, or police assistance, dial 6060 from any house phone in McCormick Place. If calling from outside the building, dial (312) 791-6060.

Fully equipped first aid stations, staffed by licensed medical professionals, are located in the Grand Concourse, Level 2.5, west of the business center, and in the Lakeside Center, Level 1, near Arie Crown Theater backstage entrance.

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Accreditation and Designation Statements

The Radiological Society of North America is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

RSNA designates this educational activity for a maximum of 83 category 1 credits toward the American Medical Association (AMA) Physician's Recognition Award (PRA). Each physician should claim only those credits that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.

The AMA has determined that physicians who are not licensed in the United States but who participate in this CME activity are eligible for AMA PRA category 1 credit.

The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs (CAMPEP) has approved the direct transfer of CME credit to MPCEC on an hour-for-hour basis for medical physicists.

RSNA is an ARRT-approved Recognized Continuing Education Evaluation Mechanism (RCEEM) and will provide Category A continuing education credits for radiologic technologists.

Learning Objectives

• General
• Refresher Courses
• Scientific Paper Sessions
• Scientific Poster Sessions
• Education Exhibits
• infoRAD Exhibits

General

The general learning objectives of the RSNA Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting are to enable attendees to:

1. Appraise and evaluate the results of new research
2. Develop basic knowledge and skills that are relevant to clinical practice
3. Practice new techniques
4. Apply the latest technological advances
5. Assess the potential of technical innovation and development that could enhance clinical problem solving
6. Summarize ideas from experts and peers in the radiologic sciences
7. Critique Education Exhibits, infoRAD Exhibits, and Scientific Posters

Refresher Courses

As a result of attending Refresher Courses, the participant will be able to:

1. Identify basic anatomic, pathologic, and physiologic principles as they apply to specific disease processes, organ-based diagnostic imaging, or radiation oncology
2. Describe the physics of particular imaging and therapeutic modalities for improving quality while reducing patient risk and/or response
3. Analyze current and future imaging and therapeutic techniques with respect to protocol development, patient management algorithms, and cost
4. Assess the influence of socioeconomic issues on current and future practice patterns
5. Compare indications and contraindications of specific image-guided procedures

Scientific Paper Sessions

As a result of attending Scientific Paper Sessions, the participant will be able to:

1. Evaluate the most current research
2. Identify current and future scientific and technologic developments
3. Modify academic and clinical practices
4. Identify and practice research methods

Scientific Poster Sessions

As a result of attending Scientific Poster Sessions, the participant will be able to:

1. Evaluate the most current research
2. Identify current and future scientific and technologic developments
3. Modify academic and clinical practices
4. Identify and practice research methods

Education Exhibits

As a result of studying Education Exhibits, the participant will be able to:

1. Review the diagnosis of a specific condition using either a single-modality or multimodality approach
2. Identify the state-of-art imaging and methods of treatment of various pathologic conditions
3. Assess new research on applications of various imaging and therapeutic modalities

infoRAD Exhibits

As a result of attending tutorials and presentations in the infoRAD area, the participant will be able to:

1. Assess new computer technologies for research, education, and practice
2. Operate computer-aided instruction programs
3. Operate computer-aided diagnostic programs and assess their role in practice
4. Appreciate the options for connectivity and integration in radiology through PACS, workstations, and the Internet
5. Make use of the Internet for research, education, and practice

Disclosure Statement

Authors must disclose any financial relationships or affiliations with companies and organizations. If you or any of your co-authors have or have had within the previous 12 months (or at the time the research was conducted) such a financial relationship or affiliation, this information must be disclosed for each such author and each financial relationship or affiliation. In particular, authors who have a financial relationship with or who are affiliated with companies or organizations about whose products or services they are reporting must disclose this information. Likewise, disclosure that no relationships exist is also required.

Financial and FDA off-label disclosure information submitted after the printing of the program book will be available onsite. A list of those authors failing to submit signed disclosure statements prior to the RSNA Meeting will also be available onsite. All other presenting authors have submitted signed statements indicating that neither they nor their co-authors have an affiliation or financial relationship to disclose and will not be discussing FDA off-label use.

Scientific and Plenary Sessions

All scientific and plenary sessions meet the criteria for category 1 credit toward the AMA PRA. Credit for scientific and plenary sessions is earned on an hour-for-hour basis. To register attendance and receive category 1 credit for scientific and plenary sessions, deposit an attendance voucher with the attendant or in the box provided immediately after each session.

Since attendance vouchers are identified by badge number, vouchers are not transferable. Additional attendance vouchers may be obtained at the Help Centers.

If you remain in the same room for more than one session, deposit a voucher after each session. If more than one concurrent session is attended, only one voucher will be honored.

Refresher Courses

All refresher courses meet the criteria for category 1 credit toward the AMA PRA. Each refresher course offers 1.5 credits. To register attendance and receive category 1 credit, a refresher course critique form (which will be distributed at the door) must be submitted for each session. Please turn in the completed course critique form when leaving each session.

Education Exhibits, Scientific Poster Sessions, and infoRAD Tutorials and Classes

Category 1 credit is available for selected education exhibits on Sunday, 12:30-1:30 PM, and Monday through Thursday, 12:15-1:15 PM. Category 1 credit is also available for scientific poster sessions on Sunday, 12:30-1:30 PM, and Monday through Thursday, 12:15-1:15 PM. Following interchange with the authors, individuals desiring category 1 credit must leave an attendance voucher with the exhibitor or an attendant.

To register attendance and receive category 1 credit for infoRAD Internet tutorials and work-station classes, deposit an attendance voucher with the attendant or in the box provided immediately after each session.

Education Exhibits at RSNA 2005 will include the popular Cases of the Day feature. Each day, from Sunday through Thursday, a new case in each of 13 categories will be posted. Attendees will be able to submit a diagnosis for each case at nearby Internet access point computers or via any Web browser. For each correct diagnosis submitted online, attendees will receive 0.5 AMA PRA category 1 credit.

Disclosure

The RSNA, as an accredited provider of continuing medical education, must obtain signed disclosure statements from all presenters. Disclosures for presenters, who have or have had an affiliation or financial relationship with companies or organizations about whose products or services they are reporting (within the previous 12 months or at the time the research was conducted), are included at the end of the abstract. A star indicates the presenters had nothing to disclose. A triangle indicates disclosure information was unavailable at press time.

RSNA recognizes that at scientific meetings, presenters may discuss the applications of devices, products, or pharmaceuticals for uses that are not FDA approved. In keeping with the highest standards of professional integrity and ethics, RSNA requires that presenters fully disclose to their audiences that off-label use of a commercial device, product, or pharmaceutical that has not been approved for such purpose by the FDA may be discussed. An icon next to the presentation indicates the presenters disclosed such discussions may take place.

Financial and FDA off-label disclosure information submitted after the printing of the RSNA Meeting Program will be available onsite. A list of those authors failing to submit signed disclosure statements prior to the meeting will also be available onsite.

Record of Hours of Attendance

A Record of Hours of Attendance, listing AMA PRA category 1 credits earned or Category A credits earned, will be mailed to registrants who turn in attendance vouchers and critique forms. If the record is incorrect, it is the responsibility of all individuals to correct their records in accordance with the honor system observed in reporting credits. This record of attendance is available only to the individual and will not be submitted to accrediting agencies and other organizations. All individuals should maintain their records of attendance.

Once the Record of Hours of Attendance is distributed, RSNA members may also verify their AMA PRA category 1 credits earned by accessing the RSNA CME Credit Repository (www.rsna.org/cme).

Attendee Locator

This feature is a quick and easy way to find friends and colleagues who are attending RSNA 2005 and the hotels where they are staying. Attendees can use any of the Internet or WiFi access points throughout McCormick Place to access the Locator (rsna2005.rsna.org).

Badge Information

Badges are color coded as follows:

Business Centers

Grand Concourse, Level 2.5   (312) 791-6480, Fax: (312) 791-6501

Lakeside Center, Level 2, near Gate 31   (312) 791-6400, Fax: (312) 791-6468

Hours of Operation

Saturday-Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm

Services include:

• High-speed Internet access
• Laptop connection services
• Copying
• Faxing
• Computer/office equipment rentals
• Communication equipment rentals (cellular phones, pagers, two-way radios)
• Pre-paid phone cards
• Signs
• Office support services
• Complete packaging and shipping service to any location, domestic or international, via UPS or Federal Express

A 24-hour convenience center is located in the Grand Concourse, Level 2.5.

Childcare—Camp RSNA

South Building, Level 1, Room S106A 312-791-6004

A children's activity center, directed by a national provider, is available for children between the ages of 6 months and 12 years. Children under the age of 16 are not permitted at the RSNA Annual Meeting.

Coat & Luggage Check (Complimentary)

For identification, leave a business card in a pocket of checked items. Items left after coat check hours may be claimed at the Gate 4 location in the South Building.

Cyber Oases

• North Building, Exhibit Hall B, Level 3, booth 7972
• South Building, Exhibit Hall A, Level 3, booth 3773

Computers are available at each Cyber Oasis for attendees to access e-mail, meeting messages and the Internet.

Daily Bulletin

The Daily Bulletin is the official newspaper of the RSNA Annual Meeting. Published Sunday through Thursday, the newspaper is available at various areas of McCormick Place and features overnight news from the meeting, new products and services from some of the technical exhibitors, floor maps of McCormick Place, a listing of the technical exhibitors, and various program schedules.

Dining

For dining locations in McCormick Place, see the RSNA 2005 Pocket Guide. For information about restaurants in Chicago, see Chicago Restaurants Dish Up Something for Everyone at RSNA 2005.

Education Center Stores

Lakeside Center Ballroom, Level 3
312-949-3216

South Building, Hall A, Booth 1100

Educational materials available:

• Refresher courses on CD-ROM
• Syllabi
• RSNA Meeting Programs
• RadioGraphics Special Issues

Education Exhibits

Lakeside Center, Level 3, Hall D1

Expocard

ExpoCard is an electronically personalized business card you can use at the technical exhibits to request exhibitor information. The card is encoded with name, institution, address, e-mail address, phone/fax numbers and radiologic specialty. If you prefer that an exhibitor contact you at a different address than is shown, provide alternate information directly to the exhibitor at the point of contact or visit either Help Center to change your registration and ExpoCard detail.

Help Centers

Grand Concourse, Level 3
312-791-6623

Lakeside Center Ballroom, Level 3
312-949-3203

Hours of Operation

• Air travel information
• Attendance voucher replacement
• Badge replacement/correction
• Chicago tourism information
• General information
• Hotel information
• Interpretation services
• Program distribution
• Refresher course ticketing
• Restaurant reservations
• RSNA tours and events ticketing (Grand Concourse only)

infoRAD Exhibits

Lakeside Center, Level 3, Hall D2

Hours of Operation

Sunday–Thursday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am–12:45 pm

International Information

The following services are available to assist international attendees:

• Certificate of Attendance
  Attendees can use the computers in the Internet access points to print a personalized certificate of attendance.

• Foreign Currency Exchange Services
  Grand Concourse, Level 2.5, Business Center
  Hours of Operation
  Sunday–Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm

  Exchange foreign currency, cash foreign- or U.S.-denominated traveler's checks or purchase phone cards.

• Interpretation Services
  International attendees will be assisted at the Help Centers and at Professional Registration with their conference questions in the following languages: Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean and Spanish.

  ESA Voyages will be available at the Help Center (Grand Concourse, Level 3) and at Professional Registration (Desk A, Lakeside Center, Level 2, Hall E) to assist with questions.

Internet Access Points

About 200 computers are available at Internet access points throughout McCormick Place. Use these computers to access the RSNA 2005 Web site (rsna2005.rsna.org) for the most current meeting and exhibitor information. (See PDA Downloads and WiFi and wired access points).

Technical Notes: No electrical outlets or standard telephone lines will be provided at Internet access points. RSNA cannot provide technical support for laptop, notebook, handheld or other portable computers, cellular phones or other display or communication devices.

Lost and Found

North Building, Level 3, Hall B
(312) 808-2004

Lost articles may be picked up at the RSNA Security Office located in the North Building, Level 3, Hall B.

Meditation Area

Lakeside Center, Level 2, Hall E

Meeting Announcements

A free electronic bulletin board is available for non-profit associations and affiliates to post radiology-related events, course information and educational activities. Attendees can use the computers in the Internet access points to access this site. Printed or handwritten announcements will not be accepted. All submissions will be reviewed before posting.

• View announcements
• Submit announcements

Meeting Guide

The Meeting Guide is a stand-alone section of the Daily Bulletin that includes valuable information for attendees, including maps of McCormick Place, exhibitor listings and booth numbers, and various program schedules.

Membership & Publications

Lakeside Center Ballroom, Level 3
312-949-3210

RSNA staff is available to assist with all of your member needs, including questions about membership, journal subscriptions and the RSNA CME Credit Repository. Staff can demonstrate Radiology Online and RadioGraphics Online, help you activate your online journal subscriptions and show you how to quickly and easily search for what you need.

RSNA services are also available in RSNA booth 1100 in Hall A of the South Building.

Message Center

Communicate with colleagues, exhibitors and others at McCormick Place. Attendees can use their badge number to log into any of the computers in the Internet access points. Users outside McCormick Place will be able to send e-mail to attendees by using their badge number followed by @showmail.rsna.org. Attendees can assign themselves a password to increase the privacy of messages sent through the Message Center. Attendees who know the name of their remote POP3 or IMAP mail service will be able to add a temporary account for remote access to their e-mail. For operator assistance, telephone 312-949-3292 to leave messages for attendees.

Metra Electric Train System

RSNA provides complimentary Metra Electric train passes for attendees. The pass allows you to ride for free on Metra Electric, Saturday through Friday, between McCormick Place and the Randolph or Van Buren Street stations. Refer to your 2005 RSNA Pocket Guide or stop by the Metra Information Desk located in the Grand Concourse, Level 2.5, across from the Business Center.

Newsroom

Lakeside Center, Level 2, Hall E
312-949-3233

All representatives of the news media are required to register in the Newsroom in order to receive a press badge.

PDA Downloads

Some Internet access points will feature infrared beaming stations where attendees with Palm OS or PocketPC handheld devices can download their personal RSNA meeting itinerary. (Click here for details.) Look for the PDA download signs.

Photography and Recording Guidelines

No recording devices of any kind—including audio, video or still photography—will be permitted in scientific paper sessions, scientific poster sessions, plenary sessions, refresher courses or special focus sessions.

Still photography will be allowed for personal use only—not for reproduction—for poster displays, education exhibits and exhibits in the infoRAD area that do not display the no recording icon.

Professional Bureau (ACR)

South Building, Level 1, S102A

Publications

See Membership and Publications.

RadioGraphics Editorial Office

Lakeside Center, Level 3, Hall D1
312-949-3200

William W. Olmsted, MD, Editor,
RSNA Education Editor

RadioGraphics is the only peer-reviewed journal devoted exclusively to radiologic education, evolving technology, high-quality digital imaging and continuing medical education.

Radiology Editorial Office
Lakeside Center, Level 3, Hall D1
312-949-3205

Anthony V. Proto, MD, Editor,
RSNA Science Editor

Radiology is the premier journal in the field, featuring original peer-reviewed research, state-of-the-art reviews, and online submission and peer review.

References to Abstracts in the 2005 RSNA Meeting Program

To cite an abstract from the 2005 program, use the following format:

1. Author XX, Author XX, Author XX, et al. Title of presentation (abstr). In: Radiological Society of North America scientific assembly and annual meeting program. Oak Brook, Ill: Radiological Society of North America, 2005; xxx.

Requests for permission to reprint abstracts from the RSNA Meeting Program should be directed to Permissions, RSNA, 820 Jorie Blvd, Oak Brook, IL 60523 or permissions@rsna.org. Requests should include the title, first author, page number of abstract, and intended use of the material.

Refresher Course Ticketing

Grand Concourse, Level 3
Lakeside Center Ballroom, Level 3

Admission tickets are required for initial seating in all refresher courses. Check the monitors for availability. Once a course begins, available seats may be filled without tickets on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets are not offered to attendees with brown, orange or black badges. New or replacement tickets may be obtained at the Help Centers.

Registration—Professional

Lakeside Center, Level 2, Hall E

Advance Registration
Those registered in advance may wear their badge and proceed into the exhibit and education areas.

Onsite Registration
Lakeside Center, Level 2, Hall E
312-949-3293

On-site conference registration rates reflect a $100 increase above advance registration rates, even for RSNA and AAPM members. Students with proper identification may register at no charge. A university or medical school ID must be presented.

Accompanying family members may register at either Help Center in McCormick Place and Hall E, Lakeside Center, or at the Palmer House Hilton Hotel, Monroe Ballroom. Children under the age of 16 will not be admitted to the RSNA Annual Meeting, except in the designated childcare area.

Relaxation Station

Grand Concourse, Level 3 and Hall A

Offering on-site massage sessions running from 10 to 30 minutes on Sunday–Thursday.

Residents' Lounge

Lakeside Center Ballroom, Level 3

Hours of Operation
Sunday–Thursday 8:00 am–6:00 pm

RSNA Members-in-Training and non-member residents are invited to visit the Residents Lounge to relax and network while enjoying complimentary refreshments.

RSNA Career Connection

RSNA Career Connection (RSNA.org /careers) allows individuals to search for available positions or submit résumés, and allows companies to post job opportunities and search for potential candidates. Demonstrations will take place in RSNA booth 1100 in Hall A of the South Building, and at Membership Services in Lakeside Center Ballroom.

RSNA Meeting Program

One complimentary copy of the RSNA Meeting Program is available with the presentation of a blue, red or green badge ticket stub at Registration or one of the Help Centers. Additional copies of the RSNA Meeting Program will be available to RSNA members for $10 each at Education Center Stores. New copies are available for $45 each to holders of badges of colors other than blue, red or green at Education Center Stores. The online version of the RSNA Meeting Program is available at rsna2005.rsna.org.

RSNA-on-the-Air Radio

Lakeside Center Ballroom, Level 3

Appointments need to be made in the Newsroom, located in the Lakeside Center, Level 2, Hall E. RSNA-on-the-Air is a radio news service provided by RSNA that distributes short, pre-recorded interviews with those attending the meeting to hometown radio stations.

RSNA Press Releases

Information about RSNA 2005 presented to the media, along with daily attendance figures, will be featured in the Media section of rsna2005.rsna.org.

RSNA Research and Education Foundation Donor Lounge

Lakeside Center Ballroom, Level 3
312-949-3251

A lounge is available for RSNA Research & Education Foundation donors. A Donor Wall recognizes donations received October 1, 2004, through September 30, 2005. Complimentary beverages and light refreshments are available 7:30–9:30 AM and 2:00–4:00 PM. Computers, coat racks and comfortable furniture for relaxation are also available to all Foundation donors. This year's lounge is expanded in size to better accommodate donors. The white donor ribbon acknowledging your donation is required for admittance. Donations are accepted on-site.

RSNA Research and Education Foundation Pavilion

Lakeside Center Ballroom, Level 3
312-949-3251

The pavilion showcases the activities of the RSNA Research & Education Foundation and the RSNA Department of Research. The Foundation's video will be shown throughout the week, and information will be available about Foundation grant programs and courses offered through the RSNA Department of Research. Attendees can also receive information about the activities of the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB).

Contributors to the RSNA R&E Foundation wear distinctive white and gold ribbons. Donations are accepted on-site.

Scientific Posters

Lakeside Center, Level 3, Hall D1

All scientific posters will be displayed on computers.

Scientific Program/Refresher Course Committee Office

North Building, Level 4, Room N426B
312-791-6617

This office provides assistance to all instructors and speakers at RSNA 2005.

Shuttle Bus Service

RSNA provides complimentary shuttle bus service between hotels in the RSNA block and the McCormick Place complex. Before boarding, look for the building location sign on the bus. Coat check services will be available in all buildings. Shuttle buses make multiple stops before reaching McCormick Place. Allow a minimum of 30–40 minutes from the hotel to McCormick Place in case of inclement weather or rush-hour traffic. Upon check-in at the hotel, please familiarize yourself with the shuttle bus pick-up and drop-off locations or check with the concierge for further assistance.

Click here for more information about shuttle bus service.

Smoking Policy

For the health and comfort of all registrants, smoking is not permitted inside the McCormick Place complex. The only smoking areas are located outside the buildings. If you wish to smoke, please follow the signs directing you to the designated areas. Security will be monitoring the buildings. No-smoking regulations will be strictly enforced.

Speaker Ready Rooms

• North Building, Level 4, Room N426A
  312-791-6618
• Lakeside Center, Level 2, Room E258
  312-949-3221

Subspecialty Content Brochures

Customizing your RSNA 2005 itinerary is easy through the enhanced sorting capability of the online RSNA Meeting Program. Before arriving at McCormick Place, go to rsna2005.rsna.org and click on Meeting Program to search for scientific presentations and other events by radiologic subspecialty. Choose a subspecialty of interest to you, view all the meeting content in that subspecialty, and download and print it to facilitate your daily meeting plan. Printed brochures will also be available on-site at McCormick Place.

Syllabus Sales

Syllabi have been prepared for the categorical courses and may be purchased at the Education Center Store (Lakeside Center Ballroom, Level 3) and the Satellite Store (Hall A, Booth 1100). This year AMA PRA category 1 credit is available for the syllabus for the Categorical Course in Diagnostic Radiology: Breast Imaging. The syllabus is available in combined print and CD-ROM for $85 for RSNA members or $110 for nonmembers, in CD-ROM only for $45 for RSNA members or $60 for nonmembers, or as an online PDF for $35 for RSNA members or $45 for nonmembers. The syllabus for the Categorical Course in Diagnostic Radiology Physics: Multidimensional Image Processing, Analysis, and Display is available for $75 for RSNA members or $100 for nonmembers, in CD-ROM only for $45 for RSNA members or $60 for nonmembers, or as an online PDF for $45 for RSNA members or $60 for nonmembers.

Syllabi from previous years will also be available at both store locations or may be ordered throughout the year by calling 800-272-2920; by fax at 630-590-7710; or online at www.rsna.org/education/catalog.

Technical Exhibits

(See online Exhibitor List and Floor Plan for more information.)

• South Building, Level 3, Hall A
• North Building, Level 3, Hall B

Over 700 technical exhibitors will display the latest in radiologic equipment, supplies and services.

Tours and City Events

Grand Concourse, Level 3, Help Center
312-791-6624

Palmer House Hilton Hotel, Monroe Ballroom, 6th Floor
312-726-7500

Special tours and social events have been planned for the week. Tour tickets and guest registration are available in the Grand Concourse Help Center and the Guest Hospitality Center in the Monroe Ballroom of the Palmer House Hilton Hotel. Information on city events and dining can be accessed at computers in the Internet access points.

Virtual Briefcase

The Virtual Briefcase is a personal itinerary planner offered through rsna2005.rsna.org that attendees can use to maintain a list of technical exhibitors (My Exhibits), access a personalized floor plan (My Floor Plan) and create a schedule of sessions selected from the RSNA Meeting Program.

Wheelchairs/Scooters

Wheelchairs and scooters are available at the McCormick Place permanent coat check located in the South Building, Level 1 (next to the connection to the Hyatt Hotel). Reserve your equipment by Wednesday, November 23, by contacting The Mobility Shop at 888-404-5554 or 847-412-9000, or go to www .themobilityshop.com/?page=convention and fax with your reservation to 800-557-5475. After this date, reservations will be accepted only at McCormick Place on a first-come, first-served basis. Manual wheelchairs are complimentary. The cost for a scooter rental is $40 per day. Visa and MasterCard are accepted. If you require special assistance on-site, please contact the RSNA Staff Headquarters Office at 312-791-6605.

WiFi and Wired Access Points

At some Internet access points, wireless connectivity using the 802.11b WiFi protocol will be available. Signs will clearly mark these areas where attendees with laptops or handheld devices can log on to the Internet. Please note that these wireless networks are not secure and should not be used for sending sensitive information. These connections will use DHCP service to automatically supply IP addresses and Internet access. Some areas of the meeting will also offer an RJ-45 connector for attendees who bring laptop computers with network cards.

"You Are Here" Kiosks

Large floor plans are posted at various points in McCormick Place to assist with directions.