2023 Seattle Reproductive Symposium
Learn from top fertility experts to enhance your practice!
MAIN SYMPOSIUM – IN-PERSON
FRIDAY, APRIL 28 – SATURDAY, APRIL 29
WELCOME RECEPTION –
FRIDAY, APRIL 28 – 4:45 PM – 6:45 PM
IUI WORKSHOP –
SATURDAY, APRIL 29 – 12:45 PM – 2:45 PM
OVULATION INDUCTION CYCLE-PLANNING WORKSHOP –
THURSDAY, APRIL 27 – 5:00 – 6:00 pm
Experts in the field will provide updates on infertility diagnosis and treatments, as well as common reproductive endocrine conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis and male fertility. Unique and engaging topics will be covered such as addressing the changing political climate and effects on reproductive medicine, addressing LGBTQIA+ patient care, navigating difficult patient conversations, recognizing dietary effects and recreational substance use in fertility patients, and helping high-risk obstetrical patients who desire pregnancy. Symposium participants will become familiar with continually evolving reproductive technologies and adjunct treatments in supporting patients to parenthood.
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Navigate difficult conversations with patients who experience diminished ovarian reserve or recurrent pregnancy loss
- Diagnose and treat patients with PCOS who are and who are not trying to conceive
- Implement strategies and low-cost treatments to navigate infertility patients/treatments in your own clinic
- Safely and appropriately utilize ovulation induction medications
- Learn best practices for caring for the LGBTQIA+ population
- Evaluate and identify the infertility patient who has high risk medical issues and know when to refer
- Counsel patients on the birth defect risk associated with fertility treatments
- Apply hands-on simulation to perform intrauterine insemination procedure in practice
ACCREDITATION AND DESIGNATION
Seattle Reproductive Medicine (SRM) is accredited by the Washington State Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
SRM designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity meets the criteria for up to 11.5 hour(s) of Category I CME credit to satisfy the relicensure requirements of the Washington State Medical Quality Assurance Commission.
NOTE: Symposium attendees will be able to claim up to 11.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. 5.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ are available for Symposium Day 1 (Friday) and 3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ are available for Symposium Day 2 (Saturday).
One (1) AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ is available for the Pre-Symposium Ovulation Induction Cycle-planning Workshop; and Two (2) AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ are available for the Post-Symposium IUI Workshop.
FORMAT
The 2023 SRM Symposium will begin Friday, April 28 at 7:00am and end Saturday, April 29 at 12:00pm. This year’s in-person Symposium will include engaging live presentations from highly esteemed speakers with a focus on updated content relevant to today’s reproductive medicine climate. In addition to the general session, multiple concurrent breakout sessions will be offered on Friday afternoon, with each participant choosing two of four breakouts to attend. Ample time will be allotted daily for Exhibitor interaction and discussion. A guest networking reception is planned for Friday evening, and all paid attendees are invited to join us for appetizers, cocktails and conversation. This year we are excited to announce the addition of a new, pre-conference workshop titled ‘Ovulation Induction Cycle-Planning’ to be held on Thursday evening, April 27th. This course, similar to the post-conference IUI Workshop on Saturday afternoon, will take place in a smaller group setting with increased instructor-to-attendee interaction. Both courses offer additional practical learning with information that advances above the 2-day Reproductive Symposium lecture material. Space is limited for these unique and highly sought-after courses, so please register early to confirm your spot!WELCOMED ATTENDEES
This Symposium is intended to enhance the education of OB GYN generalists, family practice physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, naturopathic doctors, primary care providers, and nutritionists involved with evaluation and treatment of patients wanting to get pregnant.AGENDA
Detailed agenda and faculty listing can be found here.
DISCLOSURES
The faculty, planners, and reviewers for this educational activity have no relevant relationships to disclose with ineligible companies, unless listed below. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.
Dr. Lynn Davis, faculty for this educational event, is an Investor with Alto Pharmacy.
COMMERCIAL SUPPORT DISCLOSURE:
Commercial Support was received in the form of an educational grant from:
Freedom Fertility Pharmacy
Ferring Pharmaceuticals
ZyMōt Fertility
LOCATION
Sheraton Grand Seattle 1400 6th Street Seattle, WA 98101
HOTEL RESERVATIONS
group room block has closed
Pre-Payed Recording Option is Still Available
Earn Your CME's
RECEPTION
Join us for cocktails and appetizers as we gather to network and enjoy a social evening!
Please RSVP online when registering for the Symposium.
Friday, April 28th, 4:45 pm – 6:45 pm in Ravenna
Thank you to Freedom Fertility Pharmacy for your generous Reception Sponsorship!
FEES
Registration is open!
Course fee applies to one or both days.
(Can’t make it in person? You can pre-pay for the recording. See registration option below)
MD/DO – $650
Non-MD/DO – $525
STUDENTS
Special student rate available at $95 for live or pre-pay recording options. Must show proof of current enrollment in a full-time program prior to registration. Space is limited for live event. Please contact marcie.guthrie@seattlefertility.com to inquire about registration discount.
REGISTRATION
Registration is open! Please register no later than April 24th at 11:59 pm, for the Symposium. To receive a refund, less the registration fee of $50, notice of cancellation must be received by email to Marcie.Guthrie@seattlefertility.com no later than April 5, 2023. No refunds or future credit will be offered for requests received after April 5, 2023.SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS
Thank you to our Sponsors and Exhibitors without whom this event would not be possible. If you would like to sponsor or exhibit at this event, please click here.
DETAILED AGENDA AND FACULTY
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7:00 | 8:15 | Vendor Exhibitor Hall | |
7:15 | 8:15 | Light Breakfast and Registration | |
8:15 | 8:30 | Welcome! | MICHELE CHO, MD |
8:30 | 9:00 | Surgical Treatment of Endometriosis and How To Avoid Unwanted Surprises | BROOKE WINNER, MD |
9:00 | 9:30 | Ovulation Induction Panel | ERIK MAZUR, MD, MS; ANNE JUDGE, DNP, WHNP-BC, ARNP |
9:30 | 10:00 | PCOS Case Studies: One size does not fit all | JUDY SIMON, MS, RDN, CD, CHES, FAND; ANNE JUDGE, DNP, WHNP-BC, ARNP |
10:00 | 10:30 | Coffee Break with Exhibitors | |
10:30 | 11:00 | At the Crossroads of IVF, Religion and Politics: The designation of personhood for embryos post Dobbs | GERARD LETTERIE, DO |
11:00 | 11:30 | Preconception Care: Who Benefits and Who Should See a Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist? | CAROLYN KLINE, MD, MPH |
11:30 | 12:00 | Neurodiversity in Your Fertility Clinic: Supporting Patient Needs | KRISTEN CHAMBLISS, Ph.D., PLLC |
12:00 | 1:00 | LUNCH – Visit the Exhibitors | |
1:00 | 1:30 | Just Relax: What We Know About Stress & Fertility | RUBY BOORAS, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC, dipACLM |
1:30 | 2:00 | You Are What You Consume: Optimizing Fertility – Update on Nutrition, Supplements and Substances | SARAH DE LA TORRE, MD, FACOG, dipABLM |
2:00 | 2:30 | Male Fertility | KEVIN OSTROWSKI, MD |
2:30 | 3:00 | Coffee Break with Exhibitors | |
| Breakout session 1 – Choose one to attend | |||
Session 1 | A. Difficult conversations: “First say, I’m sorry.” How to navigate difficult conversations about miscarriage | NICHOLE BARKER, DO | |
3:00 | 3:30 | B. Difficult Conversations: Talking with your patients about diminished ovarian reserve | MICHELE CHO, MD |
| Breakout session 2 – Choose one to attend | |||
Session 2 | A. Difficult Conversations: “First say, I’m sorry.” How to navigate difficult conversations about miscarriage | NICHOLE BARKER, DO | |
4:00 | 4:30 | B. Difficult Conversations: Talking with your patients about diminished ovarian reserve | MICHELE CHO, MD |
4:30 | 4:45 | Vendor Exhibitor Hall | |
4:45 | 6:45 | RECEPTION Sponsored by Freedom Fertility Pharmacy |
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SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2023 | |
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7:00 |
8:15 |
Vendor Exhibitor Hall | |
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7:15 |
8:15 |
Light Breakfast and Registration | |
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8:15 |
8:30 | Welcome! | PAUL LIN, MD |
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9:00 | Birth Defects after Fertility Treatment | PAUL LIN, MD; NISHA MATHEW, MS, LCGC |
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We are Family: LGBTQIA+ Family Building | LARA HAYDEN, MSW, LICSW |
| 9:30 | 10:00 | Embryo Banking : Clinical Strategies to Allow Patients to Achieve their Family Planning Goals | AMANDA HURLIMAN, MD |
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10:00 |
10:30 |
Coffee Break with Exhibitors | |
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10:30 |
11:00 |
Infertility Case Studies | AKHIL SHAH, MD |
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11:30 |
Infertility Management in Low Resource Setting | LYNN DAVIS, MD, MS |
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Dispelling Myths on ART | AMY CRINITI, MD |
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12:30 | Vendor Exhibitor Hall | |
| Thank you for coming, please visit our exhibitors! |
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THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 2023 | |
| Ovulation Induction Cycle Planning Workshop | |||
| 5:00 | 6:00 | Ovulation Induction Cycle Planning and Discussion | HAILEY BAKER, DNP, WHNP-BC, ARNP; LILY MADDEX, BSN, RN |
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| IUI Hands-on Workshop | |||
| 12:00 | 12:45 | Lunch for IUI Workshop Attendees | |
| 12:45 | 1:45 | Simple Wash Sperm Prep for IUI | BREANNE LAUREANO, BS |
| 1:45 | 2:45 | IUI Instruction | AMY WALDROOP, RN |
HAILEY BAKER, DNP, WHNP-BC, ARNP
Nurse Practitioner Seattle Reproductive Medicine Seattle, WA
NICHOLE BARKER, DO
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Tacoma, WA
RUBY BOORAS, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC, dipACLM
Nurse Practitioner Seattle Reproductive Medicine Tacoma, WA
KRISTEN CHAMBLISS, Ph.D., PLLC
Private Practice Licensed Psychologist Specializing in Infertility and IVF Counseling Friendswood, TX
MICHELE CHO, MD
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Kirkland, WA
AMY CRINITI, MD
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Bellevue, WA
LYNN DAVIS, MD, MS
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Seattle, WA
SARAH DE LA TORRE, MD,FACOG, dipABLM
Infertility Specialist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Everett, WA
PAUL DUDLEY, MD
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Seattle, WA
ANNE JUDGE, DNP, WHNP-BC, ARNP
Nurse Practitioner Seattle Reproductive Medicine Kirkland, WA
LARA HAYDEN, MSW, LICSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Courageous Constellations, PLLC Seattle, WA
AMANDA HURLIMAN, MD
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist ORM Fertility Bellevue, WA
CAROLYN KLINE, MD, MPH
Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician Evergreen Health Kirkland, WA
NANCY KLEIN, MD
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Seattle, WA
BREANNE LAUREANO, BS
Lead Andrologist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Seattle, WA
GERARD LETTERIE, DO
Reproductive Endocrinology Seattle Reproductive Medicine Seattle, WA
PAUL LIN, MD
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Seattle, WA
LILY MADDEX, BSN, RN
Fertility Nurse Coordinator Everett,WA
NISHA MATHEW, MS, LCGC
Genetic Counselor Seattle Reproductive Medicine Seattle, WA
ERIK MAZUR, MD, MS
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Tacoma, WA
KEVIN OSTROWSKI, MD
Reproductive Urologist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Seattle, WA
AKHIL SHAH, MD
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Specialist Seattle Reproductive Medicine Kirkland, WA
JUDY SIMON, MS, RDN, CD, CHES, FAND
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Mind Body Nutrition, PLLC & University Washington Seattle, WA
AMY WALDROOP, RN
Clinical Nurse Educator Seattle Reproductive Medicine Seattle, WA
BROOKE WINNER, MD
Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery Medical Director, Swedish Medical Group Core Faculty and Director of Simulation, Swedish OB/GYN Residency Program Clinical Faculty, University of Washington School of Medicine
POST-SYMPOSIUM IUI WORKSHOP
Saturday, April 29 from 12:45 pm – 2:45 pm
In person, hands-on course to follow the main session.
Learn how to prepare sperm samples for IUI in your clinic by working
directly with the andrologists and fertility nurses who do this every
day! Leave with new knowledge and hands-on training, a recommended
equipment list, disposables supply list, and a procedure manual.
OBJECTIVES
- Demonstrate how to prepare a sperm sample for intrauterine insemination
- Describe standard laboratory practices and sperm assessment technique
- Practice insemination technique
ACCREDITATION AND DESIGNATION
Two (2) AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ are available for the Post Symposium IUI workshop. Symposium attendees will be able to claim up to 11.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
LOCATION
Sheraton Grand Seattle
Metropolitan Ballroom A
POST-SYMPOSIUM IUI WORKSHOP REGISTRATION
$250
Must be registered for the Symposium to include this add-on workshop. Register for the 2023 Seattle Reproductive Symposium at link below and choose the IUI Workshop Add-on before completing payment.
Please register no later than Wednesday, April 12, 2023, for the IUI Workshop. To receive a refund, less the registration fee of $25, notice of cancellation must be received by email to Marcie.Guthrie@seattlefertility.com no later than April 5, 2023. No refunds or future credit will be offered for requests received after April 5, 2023.
PRE-SYMPOSIUM OVULATION INDUCTION CYCLE-PLANNING WORKSHOP
Thursday, April 27 from 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
In person, hands-on course to build patient and clinic Ovulation Induction (OI) calendars.
Learn how to create calendars and instructions for patients undergoing ovulation induction (with timed intercourse or IUI) with experienced Nurse Practitioner and Nurse. Gain knowledge and take-home resources on effective strategies and clear patient education for optimal success rates and organized clinic workflow.
OBJECTIVES
- Demonstrate the timing of oral and injectable OI medication by creating a calendar
- Practice constructing timelines for ultrasounds, trigger injections, and IUI procedures (if applicable) that factor clinic hours and appointment availability
- Identify common patient medication questions, injection fears, and errors in relation to calendar and success rates
ACCREDITATION AND DESIGNATION
One (1) AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ is available for the Pre-Symposium Ovulation Induction Cycle-Planning workshop. Symposium attendees will be able to claim up to 11.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
LOCATION
Sheraton Grand Seattle – Greenwood
PRE-SYMPOSIUM OVULATION INDUCTION CYCLE-PLANNING WORKSHOP REGISTRATION
$60
Must be registered for the Symposium to include this add-on workshop. Register for the 2023 Seattle Reproductive Symposium at link below and choose the Ovulation Induction Cycle-Planning Workshop Add-on before completing payment.
Please register no later than Wednesday, April 12, 2023, for the Ovulation Induction Cycle-Planning Workshop. To receive a refund, less the registration fee of $25, notice of cancellation must be received by email to Marcie.Guthrie@seattlefertility.com no later than April 5, 2023. No refunds or future credit will be offered for requests received after April 5, 2023.
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PRE-PAY RECORDING
The symposium recording will include all lectures on Friday and Saturday for the main Symposium, including the 2 breakout session topics and bonus topic “Interactive Telemedicine”. It will NOT include any of the workshops. Please review the Accreditation and Designation statement below for details on credits available.
ACCREDITATION AND DESIGNATION
Seattle Reproductive Medicine (SRM) is accredited by the Washington State Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
SRM designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 9 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity meets the criteria for up to 9 hour(s) of Category I CME credit to satisfy the relicensure requirements of the Washington State Medical Quality Assurance Commission.
