44th Annual Continuing Education Conference
September 23, 2018 – September 28, 2018
New Orleans Marriott | 555 Canal St. |New Orleans, LA 70130
44th Annual Continuing Education Conference
September 23, 2018 – September 28, 2018
New Orleans Marriott | 555 Canal St. |New Orleans, LA 70130
This year’s host hotel is the New Orleans Marriott. Situated in the heart of the French Quarter, directly on Canal Street, you can experience everything this city is renowned for.
This year’s host hotel is the New Orleans Marriott. Situated in the heart of the French Quarter, directly on Canal Street, you can experience everything this city is renowned for.
*subject to change
Schedule
Subject to change.
Registration Open
Early registration through August 18, with payment required by August 18 to qualify for early registration pricing.
Full Conference
$949*Stay offsite
$749
*discount applied to INDIVIDUAL staying at the host hotel or that lives within 60 mile radius
$849
*discount applied for ROOM SHARING at the host hotel
$249
Full Conference
$999*Stay offsite
$799
*discount applied to INDIVIDUAL staying at the host hotel or that lives within 60 mile radius
$899
*discount applied for ROOM SHARING at the host hotel
$269
Full Conference
$549*Stay offsite
$349
*discount applied to INDIVIDUAL staying at the host hotel or that lives within 60 mile radius
$449
*discount applied for ROOM SHARING at the host hotel
$149
Full Conference
$1089*Stay offsite
$889
*discount applied to INDIVIDUAL staying at the host hotel or that lives within 60 mile radius
$989
*discount applied for ROOM SHARING at the host hotel
$289
Discounted early registration expired August 18, with payment required by August 18 to qualify for early registration pricing.
Full Conference
$1149*Stay offsite
$949
*discount applied to INDIVIDUAL staying at the host hotel or that lives within 60 mile radius
$1049
*discount applied for ROOM SHARING at the host hotel
$249
Full Conference
$1199*Stay offsite
$999
*discount applied to INDIVIDUAL staying at the host hotel or that lives within 60 mile radius
$1099
*discount applied for ROOM SHARING at the host hotel
$269
Full Conference
$749*Stay offsite
$549
*discount applied to INDIVIDUAL staying at the host hotel or that lives within 60 mile radius
$649
*discount applied for ROOM SHARING at the host hotel
$149
Full Conference
$1289*Stay offsite
$1089
*discount applied to INDIVIDUAL staying at the host hotel or that lives within 60 mile radius
$1189
*discount applied for ROOM SHARING at the host hotel
$289
$31 per lecture
1-3 Lectures
$27.90 per lecture
4-19 Lectures
$500.65
Full Conference
19 Lectures
$44 per lecture
1-3 Lectures
$39.60 per lecture
4-19 Lectures
$710.60
Full Conference
19 Lectures
$31 per lecture
$500.65
Full Conference
19 Lectures
$44 per lecture
$710.60
Full Conference
19 Lectures
Networking & Fun Activities
Remember to book during registration!!
Happy Hour 5k Fun Run/Walk
After lectures Thursday, enjoy a run/walk around New Orleans! Afterwards weâll meet up at a local establishment for refreshments. Even if you donât participate in the run, we hope you will join us for happy hour!
Sponsored by Cancer Diagnostics and Mopec.
Date: Thursday, September 27
Time: 5:00pm
Rate: $30
Registration includes: 5k registration, drink ticket, and a fun run gift item
24th Annual AAPA Golf Classic
Enjoy the best New Orleans has to offer in golfing and make new connections.
Sponsored by Cancer Diagnostics and Mopec.
Location: Timberlane Country Club
Date: Tuesday, September 25
Time: 1:00 pm
Shuttle Time: meet in lobby at 11:15 am
Rates: $125
Registration includes: Golf, cart, lunch and dinner. Club rentals available for an additional $30 fee.
Yoga with Elizabeth Feygina
This open level Vinyasa (flow) yoga series is geared for PAs, with lots of anatomy terms and how to alleviate any pathological state that a PA may experience from work (i.e. Neck/shoulder tension, lower back pain, wrist pain, arthritis, stenosis, stress…etc.).
This is an open level class meant to teach skills that can be done at home. There will be gentle yoga modifications for anyone with injuries or those who have never tried yoga before.
Class day/time:
6am Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
7am Thursday morning
4pm Tuesday and Thursday
Classes range from 45 min-1 hour
Location: Host Hotel
Bring your own mat or use the hotels
Cost: $10 per class, register and pay onsite with cash or check
Sign-up on site
About New Orleans
Weather to expect
The weather in New Orleans, LA during September begins the transition to Fall. However, it is still going to be relatively warm compared to northern locations.
Temperature & Humidity
Expect the high temperature to be in the upper 80s to 90 F (32 C) with relative humidity at or above 60%.
The evenings will be cooler with lows in the upper 70s F (21 C).
Sun & Rain
Expect lots of sun (so bring sun screen, sunglasses, and a hat), but be prepared for the chance of rain showers. The change to the fall season can bring some wet weather.
Travel, Parking, and Transportation
Transportation to/from Airport
New Orleans Marriott is located just 13 miles from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. The airport offers a variety of ground transportation, including shuttle, bus, and taxi options.
Airport Shuttle offers a discounted rate of $20 one way or $40 round trip to conference attendees.
All reservations must be made here:
44th Annual AAPA Continuing Education Conference Discounted Airport Shuttle
Parking
Valet parking, fee: 47.57 USD daily
Plus tax; One vehicle per room; No vehicles taller than 5 ft 9 in; Parking limited during special events; Valet only
Hotel Reservation Details
If you register for the conference under the “shared or individual room” rates but are unable to secure hotel reservations at New Orleans Marriott, you will be invoiced for the conference registration difference. We ask that if you have any trouble making hotel reservations, please contactthe AAPA office before making reservations elsewhere.
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Registration Fine Print
Registration Fine Print
A detailed confirmation will automatically be emailed to you once your registration has been submitted. You may choose to pay by credit card when registering or pay by check from the invoice that is generated. Full payment is required by August 23. The Cancellation Policy will be enforced once your registration is submitted (with or without payment). If you have any questions, contact the Central Office at [email protected].
Important Note: If you register for the conference under the “shared or individual room” rates but are unable to secure hotel reservations at New Orleans Marriott, you will be invoiced for the conference registration difference. We ask that if you have any trouble making hotel reservations, please contact the AAPA office before making reservations
Registration Options
- Full Conference: Fee includes access to all lectures, discussion groups, poster sessions, exhibitor session and product demos, and credits awarded based on attendance requirements. Lunch and dinner for the week are not included. Registrants have the ability to earn up to 26 PACE credits by attending 19 lectures, and four poster sessions! Register by August 18 for the best available rate!
- Full conference (individual room) = individual room booked at the hotel. Not sharing with another registered conference attendee.
- Full conference (shared room) = room booked at the hotel shared by one or more registered conference attendees.
- Daily Attendance: Fee includes access to lectures offered on the day(s) registered, breakfast and coffee break, social events (if applicable), and PACE credits based on attendance requirements for the day(s) registered. Lunch and dinner are not included.
Registration Fees
must be registered with payment received by date noted to qualify for pricing
* Early Rate = by August 18
**Standard Rate = After August 18
Registration Changes
An additional $50 fee will apply to ALL adjustments made to your conference registration after it has been received. This applies to daily registration changes and optional activity cancellations/transfers, unless otherwise noted in the activity description. As space permits, you may add events to your registration at no additional charge.
Cancellation Policy
Written notice to cancel must be received via fax, mail, or email by August 23, 2018, to receive an 80% refund. No refunds will be given after August 23. For cancellations due to illness after August 23, 2018, a refund of 80% will be given with the submission of a physician’s note. If the AAPA cannot hold the conference due to acts of God, war, government regulations, disaster, strikes, civil disorder, or curtailment of transportation or other emergencies making it inadvisable, illegal, or impossible to provide the facilities or to hold the meeting, each prepaid registrant will receive a copy of conference handouts and any other materials that would have been distributed. Fixed conference expenses will be paid from the pre-registration funds. Remaining funds will be refunded to pre-registrants. AAPA is not responsible for any other costs incurred by pre-registrants in connection with the conference.
Got more questions? Contact us!
Tips for Employer Approval to Attend
Tips for Employer Approval to Attend
The AAPA understands that budgets can be tight, staffing can be short and time can be limited. Since the AAPA is the first choice for pathologists’ assistant-specific education, the AAPA wants all members to attend.
- Be armed with knowledge! Demonstrate the valuable information presented at the conference and how it will help you stay current in the field of pathology. Provide your employer with a schedule of the lectures (and workshops if applicable) that you plan to attend, and offer to present what you’ve learned to your coworkers upon your return.
- Come back with information! Plan to visit the exhibit hall booths/sponsors (and the product demonstrations if applicable) to get information on products or services that your lab needs.
- Provide information! Submit an estimate of travel expenses, including how you plan to keep these costs down (discounted shuttle vs cab, breakfast included in registration rate, etc.).
- Be helpful! Offer suggestions for providing coverage while you are at the conference.
- Use the AAPA! Apply for a travel grant. The AAPA has travel grants available to help cover the cost. Stay up-to-date with the latest opportunities and submission deadlines by keeping your contact information current and/or following us on social media.
- Shop for deals! Get the best discounted rates available for our events by registering early and booking your room early at the host hotel property.
Attendee Badge Discount Program
Attendee Badge Discount Program
The AAPA works with local vendors to offer discounts on attractions and events so you can enjoy New Orleans to the fullest.
Note: Unless otherwise stated, attendees would show their conference badge in order to receive the discount.
- Rojas Charters: $25 off a fishing charter
- Seven Three Distilling Co: 50% off tours. Book online using code TOUR73 or show badge to receive discount.
- Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses: 20% off one adult tour ticket
- Louisiana Motor Coach: $25 off SkyVue City Tour. Book directly
- New Orleans Architecture Tours: $5 off tour. Use promo code AAPA18
- New Orleans Aerial Tours & Flight Training: 10% discount on an aerial tour or discovery flight. Use promo code AAPABADGE at checkout or mention it when you book by phone at 504-241-9131.
- Mignon Faget (Jewelry Company): 10% discount
- Dirty Coast (Men’s apparel): 10% discount – Royal Street location only
- Tsunami Restaurants: 15% discount
- Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.: App of the day with purchase of 2 entrees
- Wow Café and PJ’s Coffee: 15% discount – 300 Canal Street-inside DoubleTree Hotel
- Fulton Alley (Bowling, bocce, games): 15% discount on food and beverage
- Urban South Brewery: 20% discount
- Q&C Bar and Restaurant: 10% food discount or happy hour specials all night
Legal Information
Continuing Education Credits
The AAPA is approved as a provider of continuing education programs in the clinical laboratory sciences by the ASCLS PACETM Program. To be eligible to receive continuing education credit, you must have passed the ASCP BOC exam prior to this conference AND you must have your name badge scanned upon entering EACH lecture. You must be scanned within the first 10 minutes of the start of the lecture or workshop to receive credit. Scanning is also required at each poster session along with your completed quiz submission.
Remember, a perk of being an AAPA member is automated ASCP credit transfer. Members who have provided their ASCP Customer ID will have their AAPA PACE credits earned at this meeting and all additional credits earned throughout the year, seamlessly transferred to their ASCP transcript each week.
Views & Opinions
The views and opinions expressed by speakers are their own and do not necessarily represent those of the AAPA. The AAPA disclaims any responsibility for the use and application of information presented at this meeting.





