September 6, 2008
John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center
Boston, Massachusetts

The Brain Science Foundation, in collaboration with the Department of Neurosurgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, is pleased to announce Meningioma Awareness Day (MAD) 2008, the only patient conference to focus exclusively on the latest research advancements in meningioma diagnosis, treatment and therapy as well as health issues and coping strategies associated with meningioma.

Building on the momentum and enthusiasm generated at last year’s inaugural Day, MAD 2008 will provide patients with the unique and exciting opportunity to hear from neurosurgeons, neuroscientists, neuroradiologists, neuropathologists, neuropsychologists, nurses, patients and other experts from around the world gathered for the 6th International Congress on Meningiomas and Cerebral Venous System.

As a featured part of the exceptional scientific agenda of the Sixth Congress, MAD 2008 will meaningfully involve patients in the international dialogue on meningioma and promote the critical role of the patient in advancing meningioma research and our ability detect, treat and cure this disease.

Program Agenda

Registration

Early Bird registration for MAD 2008 will open on May 15 at a fee of $30. Registration received on or after Tuesday, August 5, 2008 will be charged at $35.

How to Register

Completed Meeting Registration Forms with credit card information can be submitted online, faxed or mailed to the AANS’ MCVS Housing & Registration Department.

The MCVS Online Registration is the most immediate and secure method of registration.

To register by phone, please contact – Nadira Dookharan at 781-239-2903 x205

Housing

HOUSING IS NOW OPEN! The housing deadline is Monday, August 4.

After Monday, August 4 room availability and special rates cannot be guaranteed.
 
Several housing options are available:

The Meningiomas & Cerebral Venous System Conference has designated the Boston Marriott Copley Place as the Headquarters Hotel.

Boston Marriott Copley Place – Headquarters Hotel
110 Huntington Avenue
Boston , MA 02116
Phone: (617) 236-5800
Web site: www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bosco-boston-marriott-copley-place/
Room Rate: $259* Single / $279* Double

The Boston Marriott Copley Place is centrally located in the Back Bay of Boston. All guest rooms offer the new Revive bed, 300 thread count linens, high-speed Internet, cable TV, laptop safes and web TV. Dining options include three restaurants, cocktail lounge, Starbuck’s® and 24-hour room service. This hotel offers numerous amenities such as valet parking, gift shop, car rental desk, health club and tour desk.

Other accommodations affiliated with the Meningiomas & Cerebral Venous System Conference include:

The Fairmont Copley Plaza
138 St. James Avenue
Boston, MA 02116
Phone: (617) 267-5300
Web site: www.fairmont.com/copleyplaza
Room Rate: $294* Single / Double

The historic Fairmont Copley Plaza offers many amenities that will ensure a quintessential Boston experience. The guest rooms have been completely refurbished with European influences to reflect the grace of a glorious past updated with contemporary conveniences. This hotel is accredited by AAA and renowned for their Four-Diamond, white glove service, including 24-hour In Room Dining, Fairmont Gold concierge floor and much more! Their unrivaled location is just steps from the upscale Copley Place Shopping Gallery, the Prudential Shops and famous Newbury Street, offering fine dining, art galleries, designer boutiques and sidewalk cafés and all of Boston’s historic sights.

How to Reserve Housing for the Marriott Copley Place or The Fairmont Copley Plaza

Please note:  Housing reservations for the Marriott or Fairmont must be made through the housing bureau.

Completed Housing Reservations Forms with credit card information can be submitted online, faxed or mailed to the MCVS Housing & Registration Department.

MAD attendees may register for MCVS housing via telephone at (800) 713-0791 (U.S.) or (847) 759-4255 (International).

Here are a few key points to note when calling for housing in Boston:

• During the call, the registrant must provide a contact name, address and phone as well as dates of stay and credit card information
  
  
• Before the registrant ends the call, he/she will be given a confirmation number. He/she must keep that number for future reference

You may guarantee your reservation with VISA, MasterCard or American Express.

A housing confirmation will be sent to you via e-mail or fax (if no e-mail address is supplied) or via mail (if no e-mail or fax number is supplied) within 48 hours of receipt of your registration. A portion of your room rate will be used to defray the cost of housing and registration services.

Please note: No reservations will be accepted by telephone. If you have questions, call: (800) 713-0774 (U.S.) or (847) 759-4260 (International)

Do not send your Housing Reservation Form to the AANS Housing Bureau via Federal Express, UPS or Airborne. The only overnight service that will deliver to a PO Box address is the U.S. Postal Service.

Reservation Information
Only one room may be requested on each form. If you are sharing a room, send only one form with the names of the persons who are sharing; be sure to include all names and the earliest arrival and latest departure date.  Additional reservations will be taken on a space available basis only. Every effort will be made to reserve a room at the rate requested – if a room is not available, the next available rate will be reserved.

Accommodations
Every effort will be made to accommodate room/bed types, connecting rooms, specific locations, but can not be guaranteed. All requests are subject to availability upon arrival.

Check-in: 4:00 PM / Check-out: 12:00 Noon

Cancellation Policy
Each deposit is refundable providing each reservation is cancelled with the hotel at least 24 hours prior to day of arrival and a valid cancellation number is provided.  Thereafter, the deposit will be applied to the final night’s reservation and will be forfeited.  Any reservation that has not been cancelled by or for an individual who does not arrive will automatically be billed for one night’s room and tax. Revisions to departure dates may be made up to and including point of check-in to avoid payment of penalty.

Questions?
If you have questions, contact the MCVS Housing & Registration Bureau at (800) 713-0791 (U.S.) or (847) 759-4255 (International) or e-mail aansmcvs@cteusa.com.

Hotel rooms for MAD attendees have also been blocked at the following locations. When reserving a room, please mention the 6th International Congress on Meningiomas and Cerebral Venous System to receive the negotiated rate.

Howard Johnson Hotel Boston
617-267-8300
 
Holiday Inn - Beacon Street
617-277-1200
 
The Brookline Courtyard by Marriott
866-296-2296

Boston Marriott Copley Place
617-236-5800

Fairmont Copley Plaza
617- 267-5300

We welcome your questions and any suggestions you may have regarding MAD 2008.