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2009 Annual Oregon Rural Health Conference

2009 Oregon Rural Health Conference
Registration

We have reached the capacity of our conference facility and, regretfully, must close registration for the 26th Annual Oregon Rural Health Conference. However, there are still spots open for Thursday's Workshops.

Additionally, there are still tickets available for the Apple A Day Fundraiser Dinner and Auction, Friday, November 6, 2009. To purchase tickets for that event, go to visit that event's registration page.

We’re sorry to miss you at the conference this year – mark your calendar now for next year’s conference, September 23-25, 2010, Salem Conference Center.

You as Leader - Rural Oregon's Natural Resource
November 5-7, 2009

Gleneden Beach, OR

Salishan Spa & Golf Resort
 

The ORHC is the largest gathering in Oregon dedicated to the important issues of rural health care. Bringing together providers, administrators, patients, activists, policy makers and others who are concerned about health care in rural Oregon, it is an opportunity to help set the agenda. In collaboration with the Oregon Rural Health Association (ORHA), Oregon Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) and the Oregon Rural Practice-based Research Network (ORPRN), the Oregon Office of Rural Health (ORH) strives to bring you the most innovative approaches to addressing today's needs.

Lodging
Guest rooms are available at Salishan at the following group rates until October 4, 2009:

Traditional - $109
Deluxe - $139
Premier - $189
Executive Suite - $375  

Rooms are viewable at: http://www.salishan.com/accommodations/rooms/  

For reservations at the above prices, you must call 1-800-452-2300. Please request the group rate for the Oregon Rural Health Conference. This code will not work on their online reservation system - you must call the toll-free number to receive the discount. You must make reservations prior to October 4, 2009 to guarantee the group rate as well as room availability.

Conference Highlights

Rural Oregon Hero of the Year
Immediately prior to the conference welcome reception, the debut of this award ceremony will be held from 5-5:30pm on Thursday, November 5.

Inspiring Keynote Speaker
Nationally recognized as an expert in rapidly changing cultures, Dr. Carl Hammerschlag will present his unique insights and visionary skills that help people and organizations to thrive. View a video of Dr. Hammerschlag at: http://www.healingdoc.com/

Welcome Reception
A wonderful opportunity to catch up with old friends, get acquainted with new ones, talk about issues from the day's sessions, or just mingle and munch - always a great time! Also an excellent time to leisurely check out the exhibits without having to rush to the next session!

1st Annual Fundraising Dinner and Silent Auction

Don’t miss this exciting first annual event to raise funds for rural Oregon health care providers. Proceeds will be used to subsidize rural volunteer EMT training, assist rural health care providers with the costs of uncompensated patient care, and for recruitment and technical assistance services to rural communities. Would you like to donate an auction item? Auction donations are very much appreciated and will be accepted through October 7!

Learn more about this exciting event!

Fun Activities
The conference conveniently ends at noon on Saturday, so bring the family and plan to spend the remainder of the weekend playing or sight-seeing along the unforgettable Oregon coast. Go to the Lincoln City Chamber of Commerce website and click on “visitors” for fun, educational, and entertaining activity suggestions: http://lcchamber.com/welcome/

Clinical Breast Examination (CBE) and Early Detection of Breast Cancer: Standardization for Quality Practice

A unique skill-based course for primary care clinicians and other providers of screening services for women.

Learn more about this session.