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Learning From the Medical Conferences

Posted on October 31, 2011 by admin

Gone are the days when a single doctor had the cure for everything. With the new studies revealing new findings the information has been segregated into the various fields of expertise, which allow the professionals to learn in detail about … Continue reading →

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News Releases at Medical Meetings

Posted on February 3, 2011 by admin

When covering medical meetings became a routine part of my job, I was surprised at how few news releases I found in the press rooms. Sure, the big meetings—the ASCOs, the AHAs, the RSNAs—would have a decent number of news … Continue reading →

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The Guide for Finding the Best Seat at a Medical Conference

Posted on February 3, 2011 by admin

These rules are more or less in the order of importance. 1. This may seem almost too obvious even to mention , but you can’t sit in a seat that someone else is occupying. The key to getting a good … Continue reading →

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8 Tips For a Successful Press Room at a Medical Conference

Posted on February 3, 2011 by admin

Today I’m one of the dozens of journalists covering the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) meeting in Los Angeles. This is a terrific meeting, with lots of interesting news. One of the things that makes this meeting great—at least … Continue reading →

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The Environmental Impact Of Medical Conferences

Posted on February 3, 2011 by admin

There’s been another kerfluffle in the British Medical Journal about whether medical conferences are worth their environmental cost. In the June 28, 2008 issue of the BMJ, Dr. Malcolm Green, professor emeritus of respiratory medicine at Imperial College, London, argues … Continue reading →

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