17th International Conference on Pharmacoepidemiology
August 23th - 26th, 2001
Sheraton Center
Toronto, Canada
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To Register
- BY FAX OR ONLINE
Charge to Visa, MasterCard or American Express only. FAX to 301-656-0989. Registrations will not be processed without payment information. ISPE does not accept faxed purchase orders.You also may register using the Online Registration Form.
- BY MAIL
Mail check or original purchase order payable to "ISPE", and mail to International Society for Pharmacoepidemiology, 4350 East West Highway, Suite 401, Bethesda, MD, 20814. FAXED COPIES OF CHECKS OR PURCHASE ORDERS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. - SUBMISSION DEADLINE
Either fax or mail the registration form, or register online. If you submit the form more than once, you may inadvertently be charged more than once. All registration forms must be received by ISPE no later than August 8. After that date you MUST register on-site. If you have any questions after you receive your confirmation, call 301-718-6500, or email ispe@paimgmt.com.
Confirmation Notices
Registration information will be emailed to the address provided on the registration form. If you do not have an email address, please provide a fax number and the notice will be faxed.
Cancellations
If you have to cancel your registration for any reason, it must be done in writing and ISPE must receive notice by August 8, 2001. Refunds will be issued, less a $100 administrative charge, after the meeting. No refunds will be issued for cancelled registrations received after August 8. Registration fees for cancelled registrations cannot be applied to future ISPE meetings. Registrants who do no cancel prior to the conference and who do not attend will be responsible for the full registration fee.
Substitutions
Registrant substitutions will be accepted only with written notification from the original registrant, accompanied by a completed registration form for the substitute participant and an administrative fee of $25. Substitutions may occur only once per registrant.
Disabilities
Persons with disabilities should send a description of any special services needed to ISPE by July 13.
Dietary Needs
Persons with special dietary needs should send a description of any special needs to ISPE by July 13.
Pre-ICPE Educational Sessions
ISPE will sponsor two educational sessions concurrently on Thursday, August 23, 1:30pm -6:00pm.
- The Introductory Course to Pharmacoepidemiology is open to all participants who pay the full meeting registration rate.
- The Advanced Course in Pharmacoepidemiology will consist of four one-hour lectures on methodological and conceptual topics of interest given by a distinguished faculty comprise of recognized leaders in the field. A separate registration fee is required for this seminar.
Payment
Registration Fee
The registration fee for the ISPE conference includes three continental breakfasts, three lunches, the Welcome Reception, the evening at the Ontario Science Centre, refreshment breaks, the Intro to Pharmacoepi course, and all conference materials. The Advanced Course in Pharmacoepi requires separate registration.
Payment by Check
Due to the expense of collecting checks written on non-US accounts, all non-US checks must be from banks with a US counterpart made payable to "ISPE". If a company or university makes payment, please make sure your name is written on the check stub or accompanying correspondence to ensure correct payment.
Payment by Wire Transfer
There is a $25 charge to accept a wire transfer. Call the ISPE office, 301-718-6500, to request wire transfer information.
Member Rates
Members of the Society are entitled to a reduced members rate. Your membership must be current at the time of registration. If your membership has expired and you do not renew your membership at the time of the registration, you will be registered at the non-member rate and receive confirmation indicating a balance due. If you are a non-member who wishes to join ISPE and become eligible for a lower registration fee, please indicate this on the registration form. If you have any questions about membership, call ISPE at 301-718-6500 or email ispe@paimgmt.com.
Student Rate
Individuals applying for the reduced rate must include documentation of full-time student status (e.g., a clear copy of student ID with a valid date or letter from school or program) at the time of registration. You must be enrolled as a full-time student at the time of the meeting to be eligible for the reduced student rate. If documentation is not received, you will be charged the full rate for the meeting. Attendees enrolled in fellowship programs are not considered full-time students.
Daily Rate
The daily rate includes all conference materials, sessions and food functions for the specified date only. The Introduction to Pharmacoepi, Welcome Reception and Ontario Science Center are not included in the daily rate.
Early Registration
To qualify for the early registration fee, your form and payment must be received by ISPE no later than July 6. Registration forms received after that date, either by fax, mail or online, are subject to the late rate. Only early registrants receive the reduced rate and are assured inclusion in the Participants Directory.
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships are available to assist with attendance. Scholarships may be used for registration, subsistence, and travel to the conference. Researchers from developing countries, those in genuine financial need, and students who would otherwise be unable to attend ICPE are invited to submit an application form. Applications must be received at the ISPE office by June 22, 2001.
