Brochure & Registration

Welcome Message from the Course Director
Believe it or not, the Kimbrough is right around the corner, and you won’t want to miss it. We have a spectacular speaker line-up that promises to bring everyone up-to-speed with the very latest management strategies and techniques on everything from robotics to battlefield urology. We also allotted plenty of time in our schedule for you to enjoy San Antonio and catch up with old friends. We’re particularly excited about this year’s social at the Tower of the Americas, a revolving restaurant that offers incredible views of Alamo City. We’ll socialize “Air Force style” at an altitude of 760 feet - far, far above that of West Point or Annapolis (ask a zoomie for explanation if needed). Be forewarned, I have a really good feeling about the Air Force team competing in the GU Bowl this year!

The deadline for the hotel room discounted rate is December 17, 2009. Make your hotel reservations early to receive the conference rate. While you’re taking care of your registration, go ahead and send in your annual SGSU dues to get that out of the way, too!

We’ll see you at the Kimbrough!

Kyle J. Weld, MD
Course Director

Overview
Topics featured at the Kimbrough Urological Seminar will represent state-of-the-art developments in urology. Issues will be addressed by national experts in laparoscopy, endourology, reconstructive/trauma surgery, female urology, and neurourology. Participants will learn new diagnostic protocols, management strategies, and treatment options. These new developments will help government urologists maintain competency in a rapidly evolving field.

In addition, there will be a resident competition and mock oral boards for those preparing to face Part II of the American Board of Urology certifying examination.

This conference is intended primarily for any urologist who presently serves, or has served, the federal government in any capacity as an urologist, including consultants and residents. The meeting focuses on disease states and injuries prevalent in the active duty and veteran populations, and as a venue for government service urologists to share information pertinent to urologic practice in the battlefield.

Educational Needs
Laparoscopy is a rapidly evolving branch of urology and has replaced some open surgical procedures. Robotic assisted surgery of the prostate, kidney, and ureter has been expanding this field. Today, the majority of prostatectomies in the U.S. are carried out by robotic surgery. Included in the Kimbrough Urological Seminar will be a look at laparoscopic procedures, featuring a simulcast robotic procedure showcasing t he use of robotic surgical systems, which can positively affect the outcome of laparoscopic surgery, including an equal/improved cancer cure rate, non-thermal ne rve sparing with improved erectile function, rapid urinary control with less incontinence, minimal pain, and f aster recuperation.

Also included will be an important look at endourology. As opposed to open surgery, endourology is performed using small cameras and instruments inserted into the urinary tract. The complete urinary tract can be reached via the urethra, enabling prostate surgery, surgery of tumors of the urothelium, stone surgery, and simple urethral and ureteral procedures. Attendees will learn about the latest state-of-the-art technology and procedures involved in this important area of urology.

In addition, a comprehensive look at female urology will be included, primarily dealing with overactive bladder, pelvic organ prolapse, and urinary incontinence. Successful treatment in this field requires a thorough knowledge of the female pelvic floor, together with the urodynamic skills to diagnose and treat these disorders.

Neurourology will be a major topic at the Kimbrough Urological Seminar, which concerns nervous system control of the genitourinary system, and of conditions causing abnormal urination. Neurological diseases and disorders such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and spinal cord injury can disrupt the lower urinary tract and result in conditions such as urinary incontinence, detrusor overactivity, urinary retention, and detrusor sphincter dyssynergia. Urodynamic studies play an important diagnostic role in neurourology. Therapy for nervous system disorders includes clean intermittent self-catheterization of the bladder, anticholinergic drugs, injection of Botulinum toxin into the bladder wall and advanced and less commonly used therapies such as sacral neuromodulation.

Educational Objectives
After attending this meeting, participants will be able to:

• Identify the latest management strategies for treating renal, urothelial, prostate, penile, and testicular malignancies.
• Recognize recent scientific innovations into diagnostic acumen for diagnosing urologic cancers.
• Review state-of-the-art pediatric care on topics to be selected.
• Explain new and improved minimally invasive technologies into current surgical practice.
• Apply new diagnostic and treatment strategies to the treatment of urinary incontinence and pelvic floor disorders.
• Describe the diagnosis and management and/or treatment of diseases or injuries that require urinary reconstruction or repair.

Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and the Society of Government Service Urologists. The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 25.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Conflict Resolution Statement
The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, Office of Continuing Medical Education has reviewed this activity’s speaker and planner disclosures and resolved all identified conflicts of interest, if applicable.

General Disclaimer
The statements and opinions contained in this program are solely those of the individual authors and contributors and not of the Society of Government Service Urologists . The appearance of the advertisements is not a warranty, endorsement, or approval of the products or services advertised or of their effectiveness, quality, or safety. The content of this publication may contain discussion of off-label uses of some of the agents mentioned. Please consult the prescribing information for full disclosure of approved uses. The Society of Government Service Urologists disclaims responsibility for any injury to persons or property resulting from any ideas or products referred to in the abstracts or advertisements.

Special Assistance
We encourage participation by all individuals. If you have a disability, advance notification of any special needs will help us better serve you. Call (847) 517-7225 if you require special assistance to fully participate in the meeting.

H.G. Stevenson Award
N ominations are now being accepted for this award presented annually for outstanding support and dedicated service to the Society. The recipient can be a Corporate Member, physician, or other individual as determined by the Board of Directors. This award was established to honor the thirty plus years of dedicated service that H.G. “Tibby” Stevenson provided to the Society as its first administrator. He continued to help guide the organization in this capacity until his death in 1992. Please contact our Executive Secretary, Ian Thompson, MD, at thompsoni@uthscsa.edu and he will present the nominees to the Board of Directors for their consideration. Names must be submitted no later than November 30, 2009along with a synopsis of the candidate’s contributions to the Society.

Mock Boards
Don't leave the Kimbrough early! Mock Oral Boards will be held as part of the 57 th Kimbrough Urological Seminar on Friday morning 22 January 2010 at the Westin Riverwalk San Antonio. The course includes formal face-to-face oral board style scenarios, delivered by our panel of experienced urologists along with a radiology and pathology review directed at chief residents. Details will follow in subsequent newsletters and on the SGSU website. Please contact Andrew Peterson, MD, at andrew.peterson@amedd.army.mil if you are interested in participating in the course or being an examiner. Feedback and suggestions for future scenarios are welcome.

Airport Information
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) is located in Northern San Antonio, approximately eight miles or 15 minutes from the downtown area. Loop 410 and U.S. 281 are the two highways providing access to the main entry points

Ground Transportation

Airport Shuttle
SA Trans AirportExpress is the SAT airport shuttle service. To make a reservation, please visit at www.saairportshuttle.com or call (210) 281-9900.

Taxi
Taxicabs are available at the lower level curbside, outside of baggage claim, at Terminal 1 and at the front curbside of Terminal 2, just outside baggage claim. For assistance, please contact an Airport Ground Transportation Agent wearing an airport badge. Fares to San Antonio downtown areas are approximately $20 to $23 (U.S.) per taxicab. (Up to four may share a cab.)

Uniform
Service Dress or Class A (coat/tie).