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2017 Annual Meeting

July 26 - 29, 2017

The Northwest Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons is planning its 58th Annual Meeting at Westin Resort and Spa in Whistler, BC on July 26-29, 2017.
 
We are delighted to announce that Dr. Patricia Roberts, ASCRS past president, Dr. Richard Billingham and Dr. Sarah Bastawrous have agreed to attend the meeting as invited speakers. Dr. Liliana Bordeianou will deliver the Gene Sullivan, MD Memorial Lecture.  Finally, Dr.  Sean Lagenfeld will deliver the Par Kamangar Lecture.
 
Whistler in the summer offers gondola rides, golf, mountain bike trails, zip lines, hiking and lots more.
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Program Schedule

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Program

Location

The Westin Resort & Spa, Whistler
4090 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC, V0N 1B4, Canada  
Phone: 604-905-5000  
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Hotel Reservations: 866-716-8108

Rooms Rates (prices in CAD):
  • Deluxe Studio Suite    $229.00  
  • Deluxe Studio Mountain View   $279.00  
  • Deluxe Studio Queen Suite   $289.00
  • 1 Bedroom Suite   $289.00    
  • 1 Bedroom Mountain View   $379.00  
  • 2 Bedroom Suite   $519.00  
  • 2 Bedroom Mountain View   $729.00  
  • Mountain Suite   $1,059.00 
 
Guest room rates are based on single/double occupancy. For each additional person, over eighteen (18) years of age, a charge of $30.00 CAD per person per night will apply.  All room rates are quoted exclusive of applicable government taxes, currently five percent (5%) Goods and Services Tax (GST) and ten percent (10%) Provincial and Municipal tax (Total of 15% tax). Taxes are subject to change without notice. 
 
Rates will be available 2 days prior to the meeting, subject to availability of guest rooms at the time of reservation.  

CME Accreditation

​Accreditation
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of OHSU School of Medicine and Northwest Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons. The OHSU School of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
 
Credit
OHSU School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Target Audience
This meeting is intended for all providers involved in the evaluation and treatment of colorectal disease, including general surgeons, colorectal surgeons, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of colorectal disease.

​Objectives 
After attending this activity, participants will be able to:
  • Assess and manage various proctologic conditions
  • Assess and manage colorectal cancer
  • Identify various indications of the modalities available for the treatment of benign colorectal disorders
  • Recognize and develop strategies for handling ethical issues in the care of colorectal surgery patients

Activities

We have arranged some options for summer activities for you and your family. We also include transportation options to/from Whistler from Vancouver, BC.
Click here for details

Parking Information

  • Self parking: $30 plus tax per day
  • Valet parking: $34 plus tax per day

Entering Canada

​The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) requires everyone seeking admission into Canada to properly declare themselves to CBSA by providing accurate identification.  CBSA will accept a valid passport as proof of citizenship.  Persons who have been convicted of any criminal offences may be inadmissible to Canada.  For more information please visit: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/inadmissibility/index.asp 
 
To facilitate border procedures it is recommended that foreign attendees and exhibitors be bring a copy of the letter provided by CBSA for presentation to a CBSA Border Services Officer upon their arrival to Canada.  
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Driving Directions

From South / U.S. Border
  • Enter Canada through the Peace Arch Border (Interstate 5 becomes Highway 99)
  • Follow Hwy 99 signs through Vancouver
  • Head north over the Lions Gate Bridge to the Upper Levels Highway
  • Take Whistler/Squamish exit at Horseshoe Bay (Ferry Terminal)
  • Travel north on Hwy 99 (also known as the Sea to Sky Highway)
  • Squamish is mid-point from Vancouver to Whistler
  • Turn right at Whistler Way (less than a mile after the Blueberry Road traffic lights)
The Westin Whistler is on the right. 
From Vancouver International Airport
​Bypassing Downtown Vancouver
  • Exit the Airport and continue onto the Arthur Laing Bridge.
  • Take the exit for SE Marine Dr.
  • Follow SE Marine Dr. until you reach Boundary Road.
  • Take Boundary Rd. north until you reach Highway 1.
  • Take the exit to Highway 1 West.
  • Follow Highway 1 to Horseshoe Bay. Highway 1 becomes Highway 99.
  • Follow Highway 99 to Whistler. Turn right onto the Village Gate Blvd.
  • Turn right at the next set of lights at Northlands Blvd, and right again immediately onto
  • Whistler Way.
  • Continue along Whistler Way and The Westin Resort & Spa is on the left.
*Driving time is approximately 2.5 hours.
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* Please be advised all routes can be affected by traffic or construction. For updated traffic information tune your AM dial to AM 730 for traffic updates or visit http://www.am730.ca/ 
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