July 15-19, 2009
Sheraton Arlington Hotel and Arlington Convention Center
Arlington, Texas
Commission on Legislative and Public Affairs—Town Hall Meeting
Thursday, July 16 | 7 - 10 p.m.
Be a part of the political process! Join your TAFP leaders as they discuss the issues that affect your practice, how TAFP and TAFPPAC are speaking on your behalf and how family medicine fared in the 81st Legislative Session.
Breakfast with Exhibitors
Friday, July 17 | 6:45 - 7:45 a.m.
This is where it all begins! Over 100 exhibitors from the medical industry will be on-hand to show you the newest products and services available. Enjoy great food while visiting with exhibitors and filling out your treasure hunt card for great prizes. This is your first chance to visit with our exhibitors in the Exhibit Hall. Plus, TAFP Foundation’s Board of Trustees will help serve breakfast and answer any questions about the Foundation’s activities.
Student, Resident and Community Physician Research Poster Competition
Friday, July 17 | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Encourage family medicine research as students, residents and community physicians display the latest in research and teaching findings through poster panel displays in three categories: primary research, case report and evidence-based review. Awards will be given in various categories and are funded by the TAFP Foundation. Be sure to check them out in the Exhibit Hall all day on Friday!
Council of Past Presidents Lunch
Friday, July 17 | 12 - 1 p.m.
TAFP’s past presidents will have a chance to reminisce about the past and discuss the future of TAFP. This event is complimentary to TAFP’s past presidents. No RSVP necessary.
Exhibit Hall
Friday, July 17 | 6:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday, July 18 | 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
The Exhibit Hall is where physicians have the opportunity to learn about new products and services in the health care field, interact with professionals in all facets of health care, and receive valuable information on the latest advancements in medicine. While in the Exhibit Hall, don’t forget to thank our exhibitors for supporting TAFP’s 60th Annual Session and Scientific Assembly.
SMAC Breakfast
Saturday, July 18 | 8 - 9 a.m.
If you graduated from medical school before 1969 and you are a TAFP member, this breakfast is especially for you. Enjoy time with old friends and colleagues. Breakfast is complimentary for SMAC physicians and tickets for guests may be purchased for $25. A separate invitation will be sent to qualified SMAC members.
Members’ Reception
Saturday, July 18 | 5 - 6:30 p.m.
TAFP welcomes all members, especially new physicians, special constituency physicians, students and residents, and 2009 TAFP award recipients, to meet and mingle with the family medicine family.
President’s Party
Saturday, July 18 | 7 - 10 p.m.
Commemorate TAFP’s new leaders at the annual President’s Party being held at the brand-new Dallas Cowboys Stadium in Arlington where America’s team will kick off the 2009-2010 season. Receive a champion’s welcome as you enter the field-side private suite for a night of fabulous food, stadium tours and congratulatory sentiment for outgoing president Robert Youens, M.D., and incoming president Ashok Kumar, M.D. Attendees will receive a T-shirt and koozie, included in the ticket price.
Adults, children over age 12: $50
Children (12 and under): $30
Physicians With Heart Program
TAFP encourages attendees to donate to a designated needy clinic in the host city. This year’s donations will benefit the Bob Mann Medical Clinic in Arlington. Make your donation on the Annual Session registration form, on the new Foundation Web site or bring your donation to the registration desk for TAFP staff to collect. All donations will be given to the Bob Mann Medical Clinic after the conference. Read more about Physicians With Heart here.
