Dear Colleagues,

The upcoming Rhinology 2013 Congress has been organized with the same enthusiasm as in past years; however, we would like to point out some special features of the scientific program that will emphasize unique topics in Skull Base, Facial Plastic Surgery and General Rhinology.

Our Guest of Honor Dr. Albert L. Rhoton Jr., one of the most respected anatomists worldwide, will enrich our event with the enlightened lectures an anatomical images of common interest to our specialties. In addition, a session featuring a live specimen sinus and skull base endoscopic dissection is planned.

We are sure you will enjoy every moment of this special occasion.

Come an join us!

Aldo Stamm
President

Albert L. Rhoton Jr.,
R.D. Keene Family M.D. Professor
and Chairman Emeritus
Department of Neurosurgery
University of Florida, USA

Armando Gonzalez
Medicine School University of Guadalajara,
Guadalajara, Mexico

Claus Bachert
Department of Otolaryngology University of Ghent, Ghent, Belgium

Daniel Prevedello
Department of Neurological Surgery,
Ohio State University, Columbus, USA

David W. Kennedy
Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, USA

Eugene Tardy
Department of Otolaryngology, University of Illinois, Chicago, USA

Gustavo Haddad
Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad Nacional de Rosario, Rosario, Argentina

Juan Eugenio Salas Galicia
Department of Otolaryngology,
University Hospital, Veracruz, Mexico

Manuel Bernal-Sprekelsen
Department of Otolaryngology,
Hospital Clinic, Barcelona, Spain

Paolo Cappabianca
Division of Neurosurgery,
Universita degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Naples, Italy

Stephen Park
Department of Otolaryngology,
University of Virginia, Charlottesville, USA

Theodore Schwartz
Department of Neurological Surgery, Weil Medical College of Cornell University, New York, USA

Vijay Anand
Department of Otolaryngology, Weil Medical College of Cornell University, New York, USA
Aldo Stamm
President

Shirley Pignatary
General Secretary
Alberto Capel
Carolina Martins
Diego Hermann
Eduardo Vellutini
Fernando Oto Balieiro
Leonardo Balsalobre Filho
Luis A. Silva Freire
Moacir Pozzobon
Raquel Stamm
Samuel Zymberg
  • Tridimensional anatomy of the paranasal sinuses and skull base
  • Sinus Surgery
  • Transnasal endoscopic skull base and brain surgery
  • New guidelines in allergic rhinitis an rhinosinusistis
  • Clinical and surgical approaches in nasal poliposis - an up to date
  • The role of superantigens in chronic infections of the URTI
  • Surgical management of the sinonasal malformations
  • Tips of septoplasty in children and adults
  • The current "status" of biofilms in URTI
  • All about nasal drops
  • Everything you need to know about nasal reconstruction
  • Facial plastic surgery "State of the Art"
  • Realistic simulators: a new way for endoscopic teaching

    • Plenary Sessions: the most current and exciting topics will be adressed by leading world experts.

    Panels: topics of general interest will be addressed by international experts, particularly regarding diagnostic and management aspects.

    Great Debates: controversial issues will be debated emphasizing alternative and different points of view.

    Courses: will provide an opportunity to learn and improve surgical techniques with the most experienced professionals in each area, "Step by step".

    Video-Poster: the scientific papers will occupy a special spot, presented with a modern and dynamic video system.

    Satellite Symposium: a great opportunity to hear about the latest pharmacological and technological developments while you enjoy a free-lunch.

    My worst case: Acknowledged experts with international reputations will share their experiences with difficult cases, advising how to proceed in such situations.

    Abstracts submission deadline: December 10, 2012.

    Aldo Stamm
    Phone: 55 11 3842-0223 / 5080-4357
    Fax: 55 11 3842-0223
    cof@centrodeorl.com.br
    astamm@terra.com.br

    Malu Losso Events
    Phone: 55 11 3865-5354 / 3873-1822
    Fax: 55 11 3864-4673
    secretaria@malulosso.com.br
    * A letter of verification from the Department Chairman must accompany the application for reduced fee.

    ** Only graduation students. (Evidential document from the University is mandatory).
    until May 18, 2012 US$ 580 US$ 230 US$ 140
    until October 19, 2012 US$ 670 US$ 270 US$ 170
    until March 6, 2013 US$ 770 US$ 310 US$ 200
    On Site US$ 890 US$ 370 US$ 240


    Master Events
    Phone: 55 11 2112-0570
    Fax: 55 11 2122-0559
    Package Includes
    - Hotel from 4/17/2012 - 4/20/2012 (3nights), including taxes;
    - Check-in starts at 3:00 pm and check-out is by 12:00 pm;
    - Breakfast served at the restaurant;
    - Transfer from Sao Paulo Airport / Hotel / Sao Paulo Airport.


    IMPORTANT!
    - Calculated values are in Reais (R$) per person and are subject to adjustments;
    - Valid values will be provided at the time of your booking confirmation.
    - Regular Transfer: presuposes the possibility of up to a 30 minute wait at the exit of the airport to go to the hotel as well as at the hotel to go to the airport. Transportation will leave 2 to 3 hours in advance for domestic flights and 3 to 4 hours before international flights when departing from the hotel.


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    VI Rhinology | April 18-20, 2013 | WTC Convention Center | São Paulo, Brazil