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 December 1 - 4, 2010
San Diego Convention Center
San Diego, CA

Celebrating its 16th year, the Annual MFA Medical Fitness and Healthcare Conference is the best investment you will make in 2010.  Attend the 2010 conference in San Diego and you'll get all the latest information on operating, marketing, programming and staffing your medical fitness facility.

As part of the Athletic Business Conference and Expo, the 16th Annual MFA Medical Fitness and Healthcare Conference is the only conference dedicated to the medical fitness industry.


We guarantee you will learn something at this conference that you can use to reinvent yourself, further your career, or grow your organization.

   


Keynote Speaker: Walter M. Bortz II, M.D.
 

 

 

Walter M. Bortz II, M.D., is a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine.
 
Recognized as one of America’s most distinguished scientific experts on aging and longevity, Dr. Walter Bortz's research has focused on the importance of physical exercise in the promotion of robust aging. Dr. Bortz has written over 130 medical articles for such publications as JAMA, Annals of Internal Medicine, The New England Journal of Medicine, American Journal of Public Health, and Journal of Biological Chemistry
 


 Four Conferences Under One Roof

 

New Sessions. New Tracks.  New Ideas.

Over 150 educational sessions to choose from:

• Executive Leadership
• Program Planning
• Clinical & Beyond
• Disease Management & Inclusive Fitness 

• Fitness Management
• Bonus Sessions

 

CMEs and CECs Available!

 

 

Who Should Attend?

• Fitness Center Directors & Managers
• Physicians & Medical Directors
• Hospital CEOs & 
Administrators
• Healthcare Business Planners & Developers
• Marketing Directors
• Clinicians/Therapists/Rehab Specialists
• Exercise Physiologists
• Program Leaders
• 
Athletic Trainers

• Kinesiotherapists

 

 

More Information

American Kinesiotherapy Association (AKTA)

The Medical Fitness Association welcomes The American Kinesiotherapy Association (AKTA) as an educational partner for the 2010 Annual Conference.  Clinical seminars led by AKTA selected speakers will provide the latest in research and outcomes to enhance your facility programs and services.

 

Inclusive Fitness Pavilion ~~ NEW!

 The Medical Fitness Association welcomes The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability (NCPAD) and Inclusive Fitness Coalition (IFC) as supportes for the Annual Conference. An Inclusive Fitness Pavilion coordinated by NCPAD and IFC will offer a unique exhibit hall feature providing a one-stop shop for advice and guidance regarding inclusive equipment, facility accessibility, staff training and inclusive marketing. This is an opportunity to speak to the NCPAD/IFC team to learn more and view a selection of the latest range of accessible equipment from a variety of equipment suppliers.

 

Conference Assistant Program
In its ninth year, the Assistant Program provides an opportunity for individuals to attend the conference at a reduced rate while at the same time assisting in the overall success of the event.

 

Online Syllabus and Complimentary Meeting CD-ROM
This will be one of the most useful items you’ll take home from the conference and will be an invaluable reference to share with colleagues.  MFA offers an abbreviated seminar binder containing a detailed conference schedule, and other important facts, to ensure a successful conference experience.  In addition, a CD, which contains outlines, articles and supplementary materials from MFA, Athletic Business, and ICAA seminars, will be provided.    CDs will be available onsite, but you will be responsible for printing any seminar handouts you need in advance before the event.

 

Conference Chair

Bob Norwood

Operation Manager, The Summit - Kalispell Regional Medical Center 

bnorwood@krmc.org

Conference Co-Chair

 

Andrea Layton
Wellness Center Program Manager, Duke Raleigh Hospital Wellness Center
andrea.layton@duke.edu

 

2010 Conference Supporters

Premier Level

 

Gold Level
 

                            
 

Bronze Level      

         
 
American Kinesiotherapy Association                             
 
 
                   
 
 
      
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