North American Metabolic Academy September 21 to 27, 2008 The Airlie Center, Warrenton, Virginia www.airlie.com
The Society for Inherited Metabolic Disorders North American Metabolic Academy (SIMD NAMA) is an opportunity for medical genetic and biochemical genetic trainees to develop a base of knowledge of inborn errors of metabolism, to be exposed to the diagnosis and management of metabolic disease, and to meet and learn from leading figures in the field.
Traditionally, general clinical genetics training has included exposure to biochemical genetics, and many general geneticists are often called upon to help care for individuals with biochemical disorders. With the paucity of experts dedicated to inborn errors of metabolism, it is likely that medical geneticists will continue to play a significant role in delivery of care to these patients. However, many of these disorders are not well known to most geneticists, and adequate clinical exposure to them exists only in specialized metabolic centers.
In recognition of these issues and of the urgent need for educational collaboration, the Society for Inherited Metabolic Disorders has established the North American Metabolic Academy. The Academy will provide a broad overview of inborn errors of metabolism focusing on the clinical diagnosis and treatment of these disorders.
In an informal setting that emphasizes interaction with other trainees, an internationally renowned faculty will educate participants in an approach for understanding and managing metabolic emergencies and long-term treatment of biochemical disease. The program includes seminars on disease recognition and diagnosis, workshops to integrate understanding of normal metabolism and pathophysiology, and case-based workshops on diagnosis and management. Ongoing access to an interactive web site will make NAMA a long-term opportunity for learning for participants.
For a full listing of sessions, please see the Course Outline.
To reserve your place and for eligibility requirements, please download the Application Form.