2018 AST Surgical Technology Conference Registration Guide

CONFERENCE EDUCATION SESSIONS THURSDAY, MAY 31, 2018 7:30 – 8:55 AM Opening Ceremony 9 – 9:55 AM Keynote Presentation 10:15 – 10:50 AM AST Business Session 1 11 AM – 12:50 PM FS100 Not Just a Tech—And Other Myths We Need to Dispel Nina Shapiro, MD Learn how to recognize misconceptions about good health and sound medical recommendations and how to interpret solid versus shady information. Then understand how to share this process with your peers and others. Dr. Shapiro is the author of the popular blog post “Not just a tech: Everyone’s important in the OR,” which has been shared online more than 144,000 times. Why is Disney such a magical place for kids? Even though they have seen pictures and know the characters, it doesn’t become real until they’ve been there. And then, it’s more than they had ever imagined! Conference is the same way. It brings your profession to life. There’s something magical about being in a room with more than 1,500 cheering surgical technologists who are excited about learning from nationally renowned doctors and from each other, about electing national officers and recognizing the accomplishments of their peers. It’s inspiring to meet techs who have mastered their own careers and now lead or teach others. Conference is your opportunity—soak up all the knowledge you can, bring back a product recommendation to your team, decide to run for local office or support legislation in your state. Master your destiny! 1 – 4 PM Exhibits 4 – 5:50 PM FS101 Surgical Lessons Learned from a Military Surgeon Kurt Davis, MD Understand the military surgical team: who are the players, what are their roles, and how can we apply the lessons learned during deployment to the civilian OR team? 8 PM – MIDNIGHT Opening Night Party An Enchanted Evening Bring your glitz and glam to adorn for the opening night party. Dress your best for the party and wear your dancing shoes! During this enchanted evening, you’ll enjoy music and food—and seeing your friends in their finest. FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2018 7:15 AM – 2:50 PM ASTSA Student Forum (See page 7 for agenda) 8 – 9 AM Candidates Forum 9 AM – NOON Exhibits NOON – 1:50 PM FS201 Robotic Surgery in GYN: The Important Role of the Surgical Technologist Rachel Reitan, MD, FACOG What is the role of the CST during robotic GYN surgery? Hear more about your responsibilities and additional resources for training. Five breakout sessions are offered each hour on Friday afternoon. Choose only one session per hour. Look for the apple symbol to locate the Educators Track with topics specific to surgical technology education. 2 – 2:50 PM 202 Current Trends and Technologies in Urogynecology Jessica Feranec, MD, FACOG, FPMRS Review surgical approaches for pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence, including operative needs for vaginal, laparoscopic and laparotomic procedures. Then, look ahead to mesh applications and other future trends. MASTERY IN THE MAKING 6   AST SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE  2018 ORLANDO