General Information

Dates to Remember

January 21	Abstract Submission System To begin the submission process, first review the Instructions to Authors information.
March 4	Meeting Registration and Housing Information available online
March 12 8:00 PM ET	Abstract Submissions: DEADLINE Deadline for receipt of 300 word abstracts and supporting data. This deadline recognizes other conference schedules that have conflicted in the past and has been extended accordingly. There will be NO EXTENSION OF THIS DEADLINE. Authors must submit their abstracts by this time to be considered for review.
By April 20	Authors notified of presentation disposition
By May 12	Meeting Program available online
May 27	Deadline to receive early registration fees
June 17	Housing reservation deadline Deadline to cancel housing reservation without a $25 cancellation fee
June 17	Fees for registration will be refunded in full if written notice of cancellation is received by June 17, 2015
June 24	Last day to register for SAMs
July 12 - 16	57th Annual Meeting & Exhibition
August 20 11:59 PM ET	Deadline to complete the online evaluation in order to receive CAMPEP Credit (equivalent to CME category 1), SAMs Credit (equivalent to SA-CME), MDCB and RLI Credits
August 27	Credits released for meeting attendees

Convention Center

The Anaheim Convention Center is located at 800 West Katella Avenue, in Anaheim, California.

Exhibits and Posters: Exhibit Level

• Exhibit Displays: Halls B - C
• Poster Displays: Hall C
  

Registration: Halls B - C
Sessions: Levels 2, 3
Speaker-Ready Room: Room 211AB

 

Wi-Fi

This year AAPM offers complimentary wi-fi in the Exhibit Hall, all AAPM session rooms and function space.

Charging Stations

Need to charge your phone or other electronic device? Charging stations will be located in the Exhibit Hall.

Companions Welcome Room

All registered companions are welcome! Stop by to chat with friends, meet with family members after sightseeing, or grab a cold drink. A hostess with knowledge of the local attractions will be available to address your questions and interests.

Gold Key I-II, Level 1, Anaheim Marriott
Sunday, July 12 through Wednesday, July 15, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday, July 16, 8:00am - 11:00am

Please note: children ages 11 and under are not allowed into the exhibit hall or session rooms.

Child Care

No sponsored child care will be offered during this meeting. The concierge at your hotel may be able to assist you with special child care arrangements.

Special Services

Accessibility
AAPM wishes to take any steps required to ensure that no individual with a disability is excluded, denied services, segregated or otherwise treated differently due to the absence of auxiliary aids and services identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act. If any such services are necessary in order for you to participate in the AAPM 57th Annual Meeting and Exhibition, please communicate your needs well in advance by marking the "special needs " box when pre-registering.

Rent a Scooter or Wheelchair for the meeting.

Luggage Check
$2/checked item
Saturday - Wednesday, 7:00am-6:30pm
Thursday, 7:00am-3:00pm
Lobby outside Hall C entrance

Wellness Room
Saturday - Wednesday, 7:00am-6:30pm
Thursday, 7:00am-2:00pm
Storage 119, Level 1, Anaheim Convention Center

Reflection/Prayer Room
Sunday - Wednesday, 7:30am-6:00pm
Thursday, 7:30am-2:00pm
Gold Key III, Level 1, Anaheim Marriott

Friends of Bill W Meeting
Monday - Wednesday, 9:00pm-10:00pm
Room TBD, Anaheim Marriott

Visa Letter

Need a Visa letter inviting you to the AAPM 57th Annual Meeting and Exhibition? Generate one here.

Air Travel

Air Travel - 4 Nearby Airports

John Wayne Orange County Airport (SNA)
Drive time: 22 minutes (15 miles) to Anaheim
Shuttle Services: shared service $26 per person/one way
Taxi: $46 one way, + tip

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Drive time: 50 minutes (35 miles) to Anaheim
Super Shuttle: shared service $17 per person/one way
Taxi: $99+ (Taxis are not a good choice from LAX: if the cab gets stuck in freeway traffic, additional time charges are placed on the meter.)

Long Beach Airport (LGB)
Drive time: 32 minutes (18 miles) to Anaheim
Shuttle Services: shared service $37 per person/one way
Taxi: $45 one way + tip

Ontario International Airport (ONT)
Drive time: 45 minutes (36 miles) to Anaheim
Shuttle Services: shared service $51 per person/one way
Taxi: $99+ (Taxis are not a good choice from ONT: if the cab gets stuck in freeway traffic, additional time charges are placed on the meter.)

Parking

Anaheim Convention Center Parking
AAPM attendees will should park in Car Park 4, and utilize the pedestrian tunnel at the south side of the building to access the front of the exhibit halls.
Cost: $15/day
The parking fee is surrendered upon entering the parking lot and the parking receipt is not transferable. The parking ticket is valid for one entry only and is not valid for in and out parking. The Convention Center accepts the following payment types:

• Cash
• Master Card (credit)
• Visa (credit)
  

 

Dress Code

The dress code is business casual for the AAPM Meeting.