Congress Date and Venue

Date : 25 – 27 October 2007
Venue : Suntec Singapore,
Venue : International Exhibition and Convention Center

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Registration Fee/Information

	Before 15 June	After 15 June
Members of the APHS	SGD 500.00	SGD 600.00
Non-member of the APHS	SGD 600.00	SGD 700.00
Residents **	SGD 200.00	SGD 300.00

Registration fee includes:-
Participation in the scientific program, congress material, coffee during breaks, Opening Ceremony and Welcome Reception.

* This rate includes the APHS Life Membership Fee.
** Residents are requested to provide proof of residency from their institution. Without this documentation, full fee applies.

 

Abstract submission

Abstract of scientific papers are invited and should relate to one of the following topics:-

• Anatomy of Abdominal Wall
• Classification of Hernias
• Imaging in Abdominal Wall Hernia
• Biomaterial and Mesh
• Techniques for Inguinal Herniorrhaphy
• Complications of Inguinal Herniorrhaphy
• Open Ventral Hernia Techniques and Complications
• Techniques for Laparoscopic Hernia Repair
• Recurrent Hernia
• Post-operative Chronic Pain
• Infection and Mesh
• Hernias in Paediatric Patients

Deadline for abstract submission : August 15, 2007

Accreditation Points
CME credits will be awarded to participants.

 

Pre-Congress Workshop (24 October 2007)

This is a one-day programme offering a comprehensive overview on the multidisciplinary management of hernia patients. It will consist of lectures on the most recent advances of medical and surgical treatment and hands-on training in both dry and wet tissues.

Course Fee	Before 15 June	After 15 June
Pre-Congress Workshop	SGD 850.00	SGD 1000.00
Combined Congress & Workshop
Member	SGD 1300.00	SGD 1500.00
Non-member	SGD 1400.00	SGD 1600.00

 

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation will be accepted in writing to the Congress Secretariat.

• Written cancellation received by July 15th 2007:
  No cancellation fee minus SGD 50.00 for administration cost

• Written cancellation received by August 15th 2007:
  50% cancellation fees of the total cost applies

• Written cancellation received after August 15th 2007:
  No cancellation will be made.