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Don't miss this exciting event when world renowned experts in solid organ transplantation will critically analyze old and new data and participate in provocative discussions about this difficult issue. The program offers ample opportunity for audience participation including question and answer periods, interaction using an audience response system, and the opportunity to engage in stimulating discussions.

Following the scientific sessions, join us for dinner and networking with fellow transplant professionals.

Attendees will receive a printed course syllabus upon arrival. On the following day, attendees can pick up an electronic copy of this symposium at the AST membership booth.

AST gratefully acknowledges the support of this continuing medical education activity by Wyeth Pharmaceuticals.

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Scientific Program
Chronic Allograft Nephropathy: The Tough Questions Remain

At the completion of this symposium, attendees will be able to:

1. Critically analyze the extent that the diagnosis of chronic allograft nephropathy is problematic.
2. Explain the pathobiology of chronic allograft nephropathy.
3. Describe what can be done to alter the rate of decline in renal function.
4. Interpret the current studies and registry data that examine changes in kidney transplant.
5. Critically analyze current strategies used to manage recipients of kidney grafts with a diagnosis of chronic allograft nephropathy.
6. Evaluate whether or not timing and drug interventions can alter the outcomes of transplant recipients prior to or with established chronic allograft nephropathy.

Physicians
The American Society of Transplantation (AST) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA PRA Statement
AST designates this educational activity for a maximum of 2.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Satisfactory completion: Participants must complete an attendance/evaluation form in order to receive a certificate of completion/attendance. Certificates will be sent 3-4 weeks after the seminar.

Nurses
This course is co-provided by Amedco and The American Society of Transplantation. Amedco, St Paul, MN, is an approved provider of nursing continuing education by the Wisconsin Nurses Association Continuing Education Approval Program Committee, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. 3.0 contact hours. CA: Amedco approved by the CA Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP13683, for 3.0 contact hours.

Transplant Coordinators
Category 1 Continuing Education Points for Transplant Coordinators (CEPTCs) have been applied for through the American Board for Transplant Certification (ABTC).

Pharmacists
	Amedco, LLC is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Successful completion of this program qualifies for up to 2.5 contact hours. Initial release date: July 25, 2006. UPN: 453-999-06-005-L04.

ADA Statement: ADA accommodations will be made in accordance with the law. If you require ADA accommodations, please indicate what your needs are at the time of registration. We cannot ensure the availability of appropriate accommodations without prior notification.

AST gratefully acknowledges the support of this continuing medical education activity by Wyeth Pharmaceuticals.

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