Details about various social events, and special programs being held during the annual meeting are listed below. Some events require additional registration outside of your general meeting registration. Be sure to check back for updates and for links to RSVP to these activities. Please contact the SAR office with any questions about any of these activities.
SAR Orientation for Trainees, New Members and First-time Attendees - NEW!
Sunday, March 17, 2019
3:30 - 4:30 PM
Separate Event Registration Required - Click here to RSVP
Come meet other new members and attendees and learn more about the Society! Topics to be covered include: how to plan your week (including special events for early career members); navigating the resort; how to get involved with the Society through committees, workshops and the *new* Residents and Fellows Section; and tips for networking and time management.
Fun Run - NEW!
Monday, March 18, 2019
6:00 AM
Event Registration Welcomed - Not Required
Early birds welcome! All SAR attendees, especially trainee and early career members, are welcome to join us in the lobby for a fun run, jog or walk around the resort!
SAR Collaborative Research Forum - NEW!
Monday, March 18, 2019
1:15 - 3:15 PM
Separate Event Registration Required - Click here to RSVP
This program aims to provide a forum to form multi-institutional research collaborations in abdominal radiology. It will also be an opportunity for early career radiologists to gain experience and mentorship in performing research. Specific research projects will be presented and attendees will have the opportunity to sign up to be collaborators on projects of interest to them. Check back for more specific presenter and project information as we get closer to the meeting.
PowerPoint and Presentation Master Class
Monday, March 18, 2019
4:00 - 5:15 PM
Separate Event Registration Required - Click here to RSVP
Limited seats available
Presenters who are looking for guidance should attend this special session for tips on refining your PowerPoint and presentation skills, including how much material to include in a talk and using visuals effectively. Everyone is welcome. New presenters are especially encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity!
Welcome Reception
Monday, March 18, 2019
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Sign up is available through your meeting registration.
All meeting attendees are invited to attend the Welcome Reception on Monday evening. Details are available in the meeting brochure and through online registration.
Basketball Tournament - NEW!
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
2:00 - 4:00 PM
Event Registration Welcomed - Not Required
Trainee and Early Career members and meeting attendees are invited to participate in a recreational basketball tournament. This is another great way to get to know your peers, join us for some fun, stretch your legs and enjoy the outdoor court.
SAR Mentoring Program Luncheon
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
1:15 - 2:45 PM
Separate Event Registration Required - Click here to RSVP
Each year, the SAR Mentoring Program Luncheon provides opportunities for senior SAR faculty members to play a role in helping mentees in research, clinical advice, career development and networking. This year’s event will feature small group “minute mentorship” for a more one-on-one experience! Spaces fill up fast so, save yours now!
Exhibit Hall Mix and Mingle
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
4:30 - 5:00 PM
No registration necessary
Prior to the Awards Ceremony, all attendees are invited to attend the Exhibit Hall Mix and Mingle where you can network and see the latest advancements in radiology.
Awards Ceremony and Reception
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
5:00 - 7:00 PM
RSVP through your meeting registration
Come celebrate this year's Special Award recipients as we recognize the mark they have made on Radiology and the Society. Everyone is encouraged to join us for this very special ceremony and presentation of the SAR Awards and Honors.
SAR Career Discussions - NEW!
Work/Life - Integration - Balance - Equilibrium - What Ever You Call it..... Can it Happen and How Can Women and Men Support One Another?
Thursday, March 21, 2019
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Separate Event Registration Required - Click here to RSVP
Limited seats available
This interactive panel discussion will address the question of how people approach work and home life differently and whether you call it work/life balance or integration or equilibrium, can it be achieved? This event is for all SAR members and will discuss the following linked articles:
Work-life Balance for Physicians: The What, the Why, and the How;
The New Norm: Work-life Integration, Not Balance; and
Beyond Work-life Balance; Perhaps Dynamic Equilibrium
(click each linked article to read)
SAR Networking Happy Hours
Hour 1: Sunday, March 17, 2019, 8:00 - 10:00 PM
Hour 2: Tuesday, March 19, 2019, 8:00 - 10:00 PM
Event Registration Welcomed - Not Required
Meeting attendees are welcome to meet together and connect at Trevi's Terrazza Fire Pit throughout the meeting. On Sunday and Tuesday in particular, everyone is invited to come together for Happy Hour. Young MDs and new SAR members are especially encouraged to attend to meet fellow members and peers. Spread the word and join us!
COMING SOON: Residents and Fellows Stay Tuned for More Activities Just for YOU!
The new SAR Residents and Fellows Committee is working on some activities especially for SAR members in training. Check back here and watch you inbox for more information!
Disease-Focused Panel Meetings and Committee Meetings
Disease-Focused Panel Meetings
For those involved in or interested in DFPs, visit the DFP Meeting Schedule page for more information.
Committee Meetings
Committee meetings are scheduled individually and as-needed. If you are involved in a committee that will meet during the annual meeting, you will receive a notice and details from the SAR office and committee chair.
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