Technology Transfer in Diagnostic Pathology 1st Central European Regional Meeting

Liver & Pancreas Pathology
organized by the Hungarian Division of the International Academy of Pathology

Eger, June 1-3, 2006

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

I am very pleased to announce the 1st Central European Regional Meeting on Liver & Pancreas Pathology which will be held on June 1-2-3, 2006 in the town of Eger.
  Eger is an important historical and cultural center of the Northern part of Hungary, approximately 130 kms from Budapest. The world famous wine, the Eger Bull's Blood and other excellent wines are produced in this region. Owing to its many spas, its castle and its minaret, Eger is a popular tourist resort all year round.
  The Meeting will focus on the practical clinicopathological aspects of liver and pancreatic diseases. Such important issues as reversibility of fibrosis, effects of treatment, necessity of biopsy will be discussed. Among the highlights of the Meeting will be the differential diagnosis of hepatic and pancreatic tumors and premalignant alterations presented by highly recognized experts, in active interaction with the attendants.
  The poster presentations will be reviewed and discussed individually by the participants.
  We hope that the success of this Meeting will facilitate further meetings and workshops in the Central-European region, where East and West can meet, bringing together pathologists and clinicians for stimulating discussions in the field of both pathology and clinical practice.
  The challenging task before us is to organize an interesting scientific program, and we hope the Meeting will prove to be a rewarding and enjoyable experience for you.
  We do look forward to welcoming you in Eger in 2006.

Zsuzsa Schaff, MD, PhD, DSc
Professor of Pathology
President Elect of the Hungarian Division of the
International Academy of Pathology

Organized by the Hungarian Division of the International Academy of Pathology

Officers
President:        Zsuzsa Schaff
President Past: Anna Kádár
Secretary:        Attila Zalatnai

Faculty
Pierre Bedossa (Paris, France)
Helmut Denk (Graz, Austria)
Valeer Desmet (Leuven, Belgium)
Vera Ferlan Marolt (Ljubljana, Slovenia)
Balázs Járay (Budapest, Hungary)
András Kiss (Budapest, Hungary)
Günter Klöppel (Kiel, Germany)
Alex Knisely (London, UK)
Péter Nagy (Budapest, Hungary)
Zsuzsa Schaff (Budapest, Hungary)
Peter Schirmacher (Heidelberg, Germany)
Bence Sipos (Kiel, Germany)
Zsuzsa Szabó (Budapest, Hungary)
Eszter Székely (Budapest, Hungary)
Attila Zalatnai (Budapest, Hungary)

Local organizing committee
Chairperson                  Zsuzsa Schaff
Members                     Anna Kádár
                                 András Kiss
                                 István Vadnay
                                 Attila Zalatnai
Honorary president       Károly Lapis

Congress secretariat
K&M Congress Ltd.
H-1064 Budapest, Podmaniczky u. 75.
telephone: +36-1-3012000
telefax: +36-1-3012001
e-mail: send a message
web: www.kmcongress.com

Official language
The official language will be English.

Eger
Beautiful surroundings, impressive atmosphere, wine growing, city of spas and hospitality of its citizens, this is the town of Eger today.
  The history of the town goes back to the 11th century. Since then Eger has always played an important role in the history of Hungary. Eger Castle and the delicate minaret remind us of the fight against Turkish rule in the 16th-17th century. Eger has been a significant centre of the church for centuries being an archbishopric since 1804.
  Wineries cannot go without mention when talking about Eger. One of the bestknown and most prestigious wines produced in the region around the town is the claret, Eger Bull's Blood. In the Valley of the Fair Woman, where the wine cellars and taverns are, visitors are always welcome for wine tasting.
  Eger became a health resort in the Middle Ages and the spas remained popular throughout the centuries.

Location of the Congress
Hotel Eger & Park
Eger, Szálloda út 1-3. H-3300
www.hotelegerpark.hu

Hotel Eger & Park is situated in the town centre. The Park Hotel was built in late baroque style at the beginning of the 20th century, while Eger Hotel and the connecting new wing are modern. The complex has been refurbished recently to meet the requirements of the 21st century including a relaxing and pampering wellness centre. The new Conference Hall is equipped with all modern facilities.

Scientific Programme
To reach the program please click here.

Attendance certificate and CME (Continuing Medical Education) credits
Attendance Certificates will be issued by the Congress Secretariat upon registration.
The Meeting will be credited by the Hungarian Medical Association.

Registration fees (including 17% VAT)
                                           before February 28, 2006        after February 28, 2006 IAP members                                     250 EUR                               300 EUR
Non-members                                    300 EUR                               350 EUR
Residents with written certificateby
the Head of Department                     150 EUR                               200 EUR
Accompanying persons                        125 EUR                               150 EUR

The registration fees for active participants (IAP members, Non-members and Residents) include:

admission to the scientific program and the exhibition,
congress bag,
program and abstracts,
walking tour of Eger on May 31,
welcome party,
coffee and refreshment during the breaks,
lunch on June 1 and 2.

Accompanying persons registration fee includes:

admission to the registration area,
welcome party,
walking tour of Eger on May 31,
coffee and refreshment during the breaks,
excursion to Hollóko on June 3,
lunch on June 1 and 2.

SOCIAL PROGRAM AND TOURS

Welcome Party (incl. in the registration fee)                                  Thursday, June 1
Gulash and wine tasting at an old cellar in the Valley of the Fair Woman.
Departure by bus from the congress venue at 19.30.

World heritage: Hollókő                                                            Saturday, June 3
Guided tour in English (incl. in the registration fee for accompanying person)
Hollóko is an outstanding example of a preserved traditional settlement. This village, which developed mainly during the 17th and 18th centuries, is a living example of rural life before the agricultural revolution of the 20th century.
The village hides among the undulations of the Cserhát hills about 80 km from Eger in a picturesque setting with a beautiful view over the surrounding, protected area, which is a part of the Bükk National Park.
Departure by bus from the congress venue at 8.30, return at 12.30.
Price: 25 EUR per person, incl. entrance fee

City Tour (incl. in the registration fee)                                      Wednesday, May 31
The sightseeing walk starts at the impressive building of the Lyceum, built in late Baroque style, housing a diocesan library and the Astronomical Museum with the 'Specula' periscope. Landmarks of the tour are the Basilica, the only Classicist building in Eger and the second largest church in Hungary; the Érsekkert, a 22-acre park dating from the era of Bishop Eszterházy which preserves the traditions of French park-building art; the Minaret, the northernmost histori cal building from the Turkish era in Europe, the County Hall with the uniquely beautiful wrought iron gate by Fazola Henrik and Eger Castle.
Departure at 15.00 from the congress venue, length of walk appr. 2 hours.

Congress Dinner (optional)                                                             Friday, June 2
4-course dinner with dance at Hotel EgerPark. Price: 50 EUR per person

The organizers prefer registration and payment via the conference website www.kmcongress.com/iapmd.php. Those without internet access are requested to send the completed Registration Form to the Conference Secretariat. The applicable fee(s) must accompany the Registration.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Weather
The weather in June is usually mild in Hungary, temperature ranges between 20-24 oC. Do not forget to bring along your bathing suit and enjoy the outdoor and indoor pools. However, cooler nights and showers may occur.

Dress is informal at all occasions.

Visas
Entry visa is not required for the citizens of the European Union, Bulgaria, Croatia, Rumania, Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan and USA. Citizens of other countries should apply for visa at a Hungarian diplomatic mission or consular post in the country of their permanent or habitual residence.
Citizens of the EU member states, as well as those of Croatia and Switzerland may travel to Hungary with an identity card.

Currency, exchange, credit cards
The official currency is the Hungarian Forint. Exchange facilities are available at the airport, in hotels, at the exchange desk of the banks. ATMs are available throughout the country. American Express, Visa, Diner, Eurocard, MasterCard, JCB cards are mostly accepted in hotels, restaurants and city stores, but you should ask before ordering a service, or buy.

Shopping hours
The usual shopping hours are 10.00 am to 6.00 pm. On Saturdays shops are open till 1.00 pm only; on Sundays most shops are closed. Shopping centres are open until 9.00 pm both on weekdays and the weekend.

Insurance
The Organizing Committee does not assume responsibility for injuries or losses occurring to persons or personal belongings during the conference. Participants are therefore advised to carry the proper travel and health insurance.

Tipping
It is usual to give a 10 percent tip in addition to the amount of the bill in restaurants, taxis, hairdressers, beauty parlours.

Electricity supply and phone
In Hungary electricity is supplied at 220 V, 50 Hz like in most European countries. The 2-pin connecting plug is different from that used in some other countries (e.g. USA, UK, Japan etc.).
Phoning represents no problem in Hungary. Mobile servicing background is according to European standards.

Travel Hungary lies at the crossroad of the main tourist traffic in Europe.

By air
More than 30 regular and low cost airlines operate flights to and from Budapest. For flight information please visit the website of Budapest Airport: www.bud.hu

By railway
Railway connections are excellent to and from all European countries. Budapest is the hub of the Hungarian railway network with direct connections to the capital cities of 16 European countries. From Budapest Eger is accessible by Intercity trains in 1 hour 30 minutes. For timetables please visit www.elvira.hu

By road
Highways are good, toll must be paid on M1, M3 and M7. Annual, monthly, four or ten day vignettes (motorway stickers) may be purchased in larger towns and near the motorways at filling stations. The following websites can help you make your route plans: www.viamichelin.com, www.utvonalterv.hu

Public transportation in Eger
Eger has a very good public bus transportation system. However, the congress venue and the hotels are all in the centre of the town and accessible on foot.

Taxis
We suggest company taxis with a working taximeter.

Hotels
On behalf of the conference K&M Congress Ltd. has reserved rooms in various hotels in Eger. Hotel Eger-Park is the headquarters hotel of the meeting. All other hotels are within walking distance from the venue. For reference please check the map on the back.

Reservation
You can make your reservation via the congress website or by returning the Registration Form to K&M Congress Ltd. before February 28, 2006.
For each room reservation 1 night deposit and credit card guarantee are required. Full payment is required at the congress registration desk. Deposits are not refundable for any cancellation after March 31, 2006.

Lunch
Lunch on June 1 and 2 is included in the registration fee.
A 2-course lunch with mineral water is available at 12 EUR in the Restaurant of the Congress Centre on June 3.

Congress travel assistance
Unless you book in advance we cannot guarantee the services.

Bus transfers
Budapest - Eger on Wednesday, May 31
Departure at 16.00 p.m. (arrival in Eger appr. 18.00 p.m.)
Price: 15 EUR per person
Place of departure: 2nd Department of Pathology, Semmelweis University,
Budapest, IX, Ülloi út 93.
To reach the Department: from the airport take the airport minibus service or
from Nyugati Railway Station take the underground M3 to Klinikák Station or
from Keleti Railway Station take the underground M2 to Deák tér, change to M3 to Klinikák Station.
Eger - Budapest on Saturday, June 3
Departure at 15.00 p.m. (arrival in Budapest appr. 17.00 p.m.)
Price: 15 EUR per person

Overnight in Budapest on Saturday, June 3
Hotel ***   70 EUR per single room per night
                86 EUR per double room per night

Procedure of payment
1) online by credit card via a secure bank line
2) via bank draft made payable to K&M Congress
        account no: IBAN HU90-1030-0002-5120-0040-2630-4885
        Hungarian Foreign Trade Bank, Inc.
        H-1056 Budapest, Váci u. 38.
        Swift code: MKKBHUHB
Bank charges must be paid by the Registrant.

Cancellation and refund
In case of cancellation before March 31, 2006 80 percent refund of the fees paid
                               after March 31, 2006 no refund
Refund requests must be submitted to the Conference Secretariat in writing on or before March 31, 2006.

Please do not hesitate to contact us with your information requests or questions:

tel: (+361) 301-2000
fax: (+361) 301-2001
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