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Friday, May 7, 2010

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Summit - Philadelphia, PA

(Organizations in Alphabetical Order – more are welcome!)
Breath of Hope, The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Global CDH,
Parker Reese Foundation, Project Sweet Pea

June 23 -24 2010 – Sheraton Hotel, Philadelphia, PA



To reserve your hotel room at a special rate of $129.00/night ($100 discount)
(Copy and paste the following link into a web browser)
http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/res?id=1004139524&key=C2

You can also call the Sheraton at 1-888-627-7071, please mention the Breath of Hope Block (50 rooms)

The Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia coordinating Speakers for June 24 and/or 25


Dhreams Research Presentation – Julia Wynn


Presentation by Willie Skaggs, Councilor – How to best deal with friends and Family – who just don’t understand - open session for families to get ideas and strategies


June 23 – would be introductions … The Organizations all represented will have time to do presentations.


June 24 – (currently open)


June 25 – 10 AM – Dhreams – Presentation and description of Genetics and their study. There also will be forms there and possibly a certified phlebotomist to take blood samples for those who would like to participate.


June 26 – Visit to the Philly Zoo - the oldest Zoo in the United States – we are working on a group/discounted rate we will need a RSVP in order to reserve this at discounted rates and a possibility of having access to more attractions – such as a Swan Boat Ride or Pony Rides! boh@breathofhopeinc.com to let us know if you want to attend!


June 27 – 
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment's Fetal Family Reunion - or those traveling and who want to take advantage of the room rates through the Breath of Hope Block – please feel free! We will provide water and drinks through the conference sessions and are hoping to provide breakfast and possibly a dinner or lunch.