Celiac Conference in Universal City LA this Saturday at the Hilton Hotel from 7:30 am till 4:30 pm
2012 Annual Education Conference
Celiac Disease Foundation
Presents
The Annual Education Conference & Food Faire
Saturday, April 28, 2012
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Hilton Hotel, Los Angeles/Universal City
555 Universal Hollywood Drive
Universal City, CA 91608
“Finding the Keys…”
Featuring Top International Speakers
“Connecting the Keychain”
by
Stefano Guandalini, MD
Professor of Pediatrics
Director, University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center
Section Chief, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
Read more…
“Beyond the Diagnosis”
by
Peter H.R. Green, MD
Director of The Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University
Professor of Clinical Medicine College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University
Attending Physician, New York Presbyterian Hospital
Member, CDF Medical Advisory Board
Read more…
Just added!
Gregory Harmon, MD
Director, Celiac Disease Program
UCLA Division of Digestive Diseases
“GF and Nutritious – Outside the Box”
by
Shelley Case, BSc, RD
Leading international nutrition expert and author on Celiac disease and the gluten-free diet
Member, CDF Medical Advisory Board
Read more…
“GF Practical Living Specifics”
by
Melinda Dennis MS, RD, LDN
Nutrition Coordinator, Celiac Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston
Co-investigator of Celiac-related research conducted at the Celiac Center
Read more…
The 2012 CDF Annual Education Conference & Food Faire will provide you with a greater understanding of Celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, associated conditions and how family members are affected, dietary compliance, future therapies and the promising hope of a cure. Network with other attendees following the gluten-free lifestyle, meet with exhibitors, sample and discover the latest gluten-free foods and services. Join us for an exceptional day of inspiration, education, gluten-free food, facts & fun!
Conference Registration includes
- Admission to all sessions
- Continental gluten-free breakfast buffet and plated luncheon
- Gluten-free goodie bag
- Access to extensive exhibitor displays with gluten-free food samples and sales
- Onsite product give-away
- Free self-parking with validation
New this year…
- Expanded exhibit hours
- Gluten-free Special Breakfast with Conference Speakers, CDF Board Members and invited guests (spaces are limited)
GOOD NEWS – Prices will remain the SAME AS LAST YEAR, featuring the CDF Friends & Family discount. • Special for new members only – join CDF now to receive a discount on annual membership and conference admission.
Attention Registered Dietitians and Dietetic Technicians
TWEENS, TEENS & YOUNG ADULTS SESSION
VISIT WITH REGISTERED DIETITIANS
MEET THE AUTHORS, VIDEO HOSTS & BLOGGERS
BOOK SIGNING & SALES
ROOM RESERVATIONS
A block of rooms is available at the Celiac Disease Foundation rate of $149.00 per night, exclusive of state and local taxes. Rooms may be reserved by calling 818-506-2500. Ask for the CDF room rate or reserve online at preview.tinyurl.com/824t3oq
Room rates are guaranteed through April 1, 2012. Rooms are limited. Book early!
PARKING
Free Self Parking at the Hilton Hotel with validation
Ticket validated at the Registration Table
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Metro RED Line to Universal City Station
www.metro.net/riding_metro/red_line.htm
SUPERSHUTTLE
800-258-3826 * www.supershuttle.com
UNIVERSAL CITYWALK
Walking distance from the Hilton are shops, stores, cinemas, clubs and restaurants. Shuttle service is also available
www.citywalkhollywood.com
CELIAC-FRIENDLY DINING AND SHOPPING
Download the Conference Announcement
For exhibitor sponsor information please contact deborah@celiac.org
Sponsors to date…
