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Registration Information

Register on-line on our secure server with VISA, Mastercard, or American Express. Registration fee includes course materials, workshops, breakfasts, coffee breaks, and buffet lunches.

Advance registration is encouraged as space is limited. If you have any questions, please e-mail: or call (312) 695-0517.

SAWI Member and Returning Attendee Discount!

Members of the Society for the Advancement of Women’s Imaging (SAWI) and attendees of the 2005, 2006 or 2007 Chicago International Breast Course can deduct $100 from their course registration fee. Sorry, no discount on the daily fee! For details of registration fees, please see registration form.

Early Registration (prior August 8, 2008)

Physicians
Full Course Including SAWI (Thur. – Sun.) $1095
Full Course NOT Including SAWI (Thur. – Sat.) $995
SAWI Only (Sat. – Sun.) $495
Daily Rate (Specify day(s)) $495
Residents, fellows, military members, other health care professionals-only with verification letter/ID
Full Course Including SAWI (Thur. – Sun.) $695
Full Course NOT Including SAWI (Thur. – Sat.) $595
SAWI Only (Sat. – Sun.) $395
Daily Rate (Specify day(s)) $395

Late Registration (after August 8, 2008)

Physicians
Full Course Including SAWI (Thur. – Sun.) $1195
Full Course NOT Including SAWI (Thur. – Sat.) $1095
SAWI Only (Sat. – Sun.) $595
Daily Rate (Specify day(s)) $495
Residents, fellows, military members, other health care professionals-only with verification letter/ID
Full Course Including SAWI (Thur. – Sun.) $795
Full Course NOT Including SAWI (Thur. – Sat.) $695
SAWI Only (Sat. – Sun.) $495
Daily Rate (Specify day(s)) $395

Workshop Registration Information

On your registration page/form you will need to indicate workshop choices. You can only register for ONE SESSION per day. Registration is limited and is strictly on a first come/first served basis.

  • Thursday, September 11, 2008, 5:00-6:00 pm
    • MRI-guided Biopsy Workshop
    • Automated Breast Ultrasound
  • Friday, September 12, 2008, 7:25-8:25 am
    • MRI-guided Biopsy Workshop
    • Automated Breast Ultrasound

NEW! Syllabus Preference

You will need to indicate whether you would like to receive your syllabus on a CD OR printed and 3-ring bound. You can receive both the CD and a 3-ring bound syllabus for a fee of $15.

How to Register

  • Register on-line on our secure server with VISA, Mastercard, or American Express.
  • By mail: Please fill out our paper registration form that is attached to the brochure. Please make checks payable to: Northwestern Radiology. We only accept checks drawn on a U.S. bank account and payable in U.S. funds.

Refund Cancellation Policy

The registration fee less a $50 handling fee is refundable if a written request is received on or before August 15, 2008. No refunds will be granted after August 15, 2008, however, you may transfer your registration to a colleague.

Accomodations

The Westin Chicago River North, located at 320 North Dearborn, is located on the scenic bank of the Chicago River and is conveniently located in the heart of Chicago’s business, shopping, and theater districts.

A limited number of rooms will be held through August 27, 2008, for the symposium at the rate of $279 plus tax, per night. Contact the hotel directly at (800)937-8461 or (312)744-1900 to reserve your room. For a reduced rate please mention “The Chicago International Breast Course” or book on line

Air Travel

American Airlines is offering all attendees special discounted fares. Please call the American Airlines at 1-800-433-1790 or visit www.aa.com and refer to discount code A5598AL.

Ground Transportation

Chicago is served by two airports: O’Hare International and Midway. Taxicabs are available at an estimated cost of $45-50 to or from O’Hare and $30-35 to or from Midway. In addition, there is an Airport Express shuttle that runs directly to the Westin River North Hotel from both airports. Arrangements for the shuttle can be made in the Baggage Claim area at either airport or in advance at www.airportexpress.com. From O’Hare, the one-way rate is $27 and $49 round trip. From Midway, the one-way rate is $22 and $37 round trip.

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Special Assistance

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Northwestern University will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities at this meeting. Additionally, if you have any special dietary restrictions, you must notify us by email or call (312) 695-0517 prior to the conference.

Questions? Please call 312 695 0517 or e-mail