ASSH Member Activities 

Wednesday, September 2

Young Members’ Forum
Wednesday, September 2, 4:15 - 5:45 PM

The ASSH Young Members’ Forum will immediately follow the Residents and Fellows Conference in Hand Surgery.  Residents and fellows who attended the conference are invited to join ASSH Young Members (those who have been members less than eight years) for a short program covering a variety of educational topics. A light reception for both the Residents and Fellows Conference attendees and the ASSH Young Members will take place after the Young Members’ Forum has ended. No additional fee is required to attend this course. This program has not been approved for CME credit.

Program

4:15 - 4:20 PM
Introduction
Charles S. Day, MD, Boston, MA

4:20 - 4:40 PM
How to be more Involved in the ASSH
James Chang, MD, Palo Alto, CA

4:40 - 5:00 PM
Top 10 Worst Operations
Andrew J. Weiland, MD, New York, NY

5:00 - 5:20 PM
Observations from an Old Geezer - Early Practice Pearls & Mistakes to Avoid
Peter J. Stern, MD, Cincinnati, OH

5:30 - 5:40 PM
Challenges of Leadership
Richard H. Gelberman, MD, St. Louis, MO

5:40 - 5:45 PM
Closing Remarks
Charles S. Day, MD, Boston, MA

5:45 - 6:45 PM
Residents & Fellows / Young Members' Reception

All eligible members will receive information about this program in the summer.   

Thursday, September 3

ASSH Senior Members’ Forum
Thursday, September 3, 8:00 - 9:00 AM

This is your chance to meet up with old friends and talk about how the ASSH can better serve its’ Senior Members. Don’t miss your opportunity to be heard!  Questions?  Contact the ASSH Membership Coordinator at membership@assh.org.

ASSH Members’ Business Meeting
Thursday, September 3, 11:45 AM–12:45 PM

Keep abreast of the Society’s achievements and vision for the future by attending the annual business meeting.  This is your opportunity to learn what your Society holds in store for your future, including new membership activities and benefits.  Open to all members of the ASSH.

AFSH Founders Circle Reception
Thursday, September 3, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
By invitation only.

AFSH Order of Complus Manus Reception
Thursday, September 3, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
By invitation only.

Lifetime Members’ and New Members’ Luncheon
Friday, September 4, 12:00–2:00 PM
By invitation only.

This luncheon is for ASSH members who have belonged to the Society for 30 years or more as well as those members whose applications have just been accepted for membership in 2008.  Come and meet with colleagues, share your career-long experiences as ASSH members, listen to the wisdom of those who have led the way, and share your vision for the future of the Society. Spouse/guests are welcome!  All eligible members will receive information by mail this summer.