Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University hosts the
XII International Celiac Disease Symposium 2006
November 9-11, 2006
Hilton NY Hotel
New York, NY 10019

Registration is open now.

We’re looking forward to your participation in what will be largest gathering of celiac experts in the world. The XII International Celiac Disease Symposium is expected to attract healthcare industry leaders, clinicians, nutritionists, patients, diagnostic and pharmaceutical executives, scientists, policy makers and journalists and will touch on every aspect of adult and pediatric celiac disease – diagnosis, treatment, science and public policy. 

Program
There are three programs to select from:

International Symposium
This is a scientific program designed for physicians and scientists. This program is AMA and ADA approved with 18.75 hours of category 1 CME credit.
http://www.celiacdiseasecenter.columbia.edu/symposium/program_symposia.html

Clinical Forum
This program is designed for patients, dietitians, nurse practitioners, nurses, physician’s assistants and others in the healthcare arena who would like to enhance their knowledge of the most current research and developments in patient care in the field celiac disease. This program is AMA and ADA approved with 19.5 hours of category 1 CME credit. http://www.celiacdiseasecenter.columbia.edu/symposium/program_clinical.html

Connecting Teens With Celiac Disease
Connecting Teens With Celiac is an interactive, educational program that is designed for teens that are 13-18 years of age and have been diagnosed with celiac disease or are a first or second degree relative or friend of someone who has been diagnosed with celiac disease. http://www.celiacdiseasecenter.columbia.edu/symposium/program_teens.html

Register before August 1, 2006 to receive the early registration rate…http://www.celiacdiseasecenter.columbia.edu/symposium/attendee_categories.html

Housing
Rooms are available at a reduced rate at the Hilton NY Hotel where the symposium will be held. The rooms will go quickly--reserve now! http://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/nycnhhh_icd/index.jhtml#reservation

Abstract Submission
Abstracts of research on celiac disease are invited. Abstracts will be presented orally in the International Symposium, or in the Discovery Corridor, as well as published in the proceedings publication from the symposium. Deadline for submission is July 30th, 2006. Submissions will only be accepted online at http://www.celiacdiseasecenter.columbia.edu/symposium/abstract_guidelines.html

Exhibits
There are a few exhibits left. If you are interested in exhibiting during the symposium, please complete the exhibitor application online and return via fax to
(212) 342-0447 to secure an exhibit space.
http://www.celiacdiseasecenter.columbia.edu/symposium/exhibitors_application.html

Sponsorship
The Sponsorship Program provides a strategic opportunity for organizations to make an impact at the XII International Celiac Disease Symposium. Our sponsor benefits maximize corporate visibility both pre-symposium and on-site. The Sponsorship Program is designed specifically for business-aligning your brand with your target audience. The sponsorship prospectus and application are available online. http://www.celiacdiseasecenter.columbia.edu/symposium/sponsorship_opportunities.html

For additional information visit us online at http://www.celiacdiseasecenter.columbia.edu/symposium/index.html

We’re looking forward to seeing you in November at the XII International Celiac Disease Symposium!