2010 Arizona Infectious Disease Exercise & Training
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The GVAHEC is pleased to provide continuing education for this event. The following questions are REQUIRED in order to receive continuing education. You must complete the evaluation of learning objectives for each session that you attended and for which you are requesting credit.
Please be sure to provide a VALID email address. Continuing education certificates will be emailed to you as a PDF. Please allow 10 business days for processing.

If you do not receive your certificate within 10 business days of submitting you request please email:
acarter@gvahec.org or call 480-288-8260.
Anyone requesting continuing education certificates or certificates of completion must do so within 30 days of the event.

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1. Please provide us with your contact information:

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2. Please select which Certificates verifying continuing education you are requesting: (Select all that Apply)

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3. If you are applying for REGISTERED SANITARIAN CREDIT:
CE Credits are awarded for the day attended. Please indicate the number of CE you are requesting per day. (if you attended the full day request the max. CE approved - if you did not attend that day - please enter "0")

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4. Please indicate which DAYS of the symposium you attended (please select all that apply)

You will be directed to evaluation questions that pertain to the sessions you attended on the days indicated in the previous question. For example, if you did not attend the Thursday sessions, you will not be asked any questions that pertain to those sessions.

Additionally, if you did not attend a session on a day you attended, please indicate in the space provided. It is the individuals professional responsibility to answer only the questions that pertain to the sessions attended.

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5. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met the intended learning objectives as outlined in the program and agenda.

Plenary Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
HIV Social Determinants of Disease, R.J. Shannon
(.75 NSG/CHES)

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Discover trends in HIV/AIDS diagnoses
Describe the social determinants, ethnicity & culture and their roles in affecting a populations' mortality
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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6. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met the intended learning objectives as outlined in the program and agenda.

Plenary Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
Nosocomial Trends & Strategies for Prevention of Healthcare Associated Infections, Dr. Alice Guh
(1.0 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Describe epidemiology of healthcare-associated infections and emerging trends
Discuss national strategies and efforts to prevent healthcare-associated infections
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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7. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met the intended learning objectives as outlined in the program and agenda.

Plenary Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
Are We Done Yet? A Whirlwind Review of the Local Experience of the Flu Pandemic, Dr. Bob England
(.5 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Describe the local experience of the flu pandemic
Identify gaps and opportunities to improve local response to pandemics
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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8. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met the intended learning objectives as outlined in the program and agenda.

Plenary Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010

Pandemic H1N1 Influenza, Dr. Peter Kelly
(.5 CE AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Describe and review the clinical aspects of pandemic H1N1 influenza.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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9. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met the intended learning objectives as outlined in the program and agenda.

Plenary Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Dr. Marc Traeger
(1.0 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Describe the status of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in Arizona
Recall the transmission characteristics of RMSF
List interventions that may impact RMSF disease in the community
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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10. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met the intended learning objectives as outlined in the program and agenda.

Plenary Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Surveillance, Arizona, 2009, Dr. Steven Baty
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Describe the clinical presentation of Rocky Mountain spotted fever and prognostic factors
Recognize the importance of increased awareness of Rocky Mountain spotted fever in public health protection;
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the epidemiology of Rocky Mountain spotted fever .
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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11. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met the intended learning objectives as outlined in the program and agenda.

Plenary Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010

Zoonotic Disease Update, Craig Levy
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Identify at least 2 animal and insect-borne diseases that are emerging in Arizona
Describe recent developments (economic crisis and loss of infrastructure) that threaten our ability to respond to disease threats.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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12. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met the intended learning objectives as outlined in the program and agenda.
Plenary Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
Kissing Bug Project & Chagas Disease in Southern Arizona, Dr. Carolina Reisenman
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Summarize the results of the investigation to determine whether kissing bugs in Arizona are infected with Trypanosoma cruzi, the causative agent of Chagas Disease.
Apply the results of the study in the context of a health educators.
Identify and inform the public about the risks.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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13. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met the intended learning objectives as outlined in the program and agenda.

Plenary Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
Bioterrorisim: Laboratory Zoonotic Disease Surveillance - Gage Patterson, MS
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Describe the different tests/methodologies available at the State Public Health Laboratory that can aid in an epidemiological investigation of select grants.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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14. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met the intended learning objectives as outlined in the program and agenda.

Breakout Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010

Refugee Diseases, Health Conditions & Data Collection Trends, Dr. Renuka Khurana and Carrie Sensemen
(.5 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Define who is a refugee
Generalize National data and Arizona demographics
Identify Refugee Infectious Disease and Health Conditions
Utilize the National Survey of Refugee Health Data Collection Capacity
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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15. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met the intended learning objectives as outlined in the program and agenda.
Breakout Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
Nocardia Infections in Arizona, Clarisse Tsang
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Describe risk factors and underlying conditions for Nocardiosis
Assess the process of diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of Nocardiosis
Identify the gaps and delays in diagnosis for Nocardia infection
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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16. Breakout Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
2009 Tick-borne Relapsing Fever Outbreak, Hugh Murray & Role of State Laboratory in Vector-borne & Zoonotic Disease, Testing & Surveillance, Cindy Yu
(.75 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Describe basic concepts including transmission, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
Generalize information about the 2009 outbreak and previous outbreaks
Generalize the testing that is conducted at the State Health Laboratory in support of Vector-Borne & Zoonotic Diseases surveillance.
Identify testing issues that delay the reporting of results.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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17. Breakout Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
Healthcare Associated Infections: Facility Perspective, Patty Gray
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

 Did not attendStrongly DisagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly Agree
Identify statewide strategies and efforts to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAI).
Describe current HAI issues from the state, county, and facility perspective.
Describe the way healthcare facilities, county health departments, and the state health department work together to address HAI outbreaks.
Understand the uses and benefits of the National Healthcare Safety Network.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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18. Breakout Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
Healthcare Associated Infections: County Perspective, Dr. Rebecca Sunenshine
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

 Did not attendStrongly DisagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly Agree
Identify statewide strategies and efforts to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAI).
Describe current HAI issues from the state, county, and facility perspective.
Describe the way healthcare facilities, county health departments, and the state health department work together to address HAI outbreaks.
Understand the uses and benefits of the National Healthcare Safety Network.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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19. Breakout Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
Healthcare Associated Infections: State Perspective, Jessica Rigler
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

 Did not attendStrongly DisagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly Agree
Identify statewide strategies and efforts to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAI).
Describe current HAI issues from the state, county, and facility perspective.
Describe the way healthcare facilities, county health departments, and the state health department work together to address HAI outbreaks.
List the uses and benefits of the National Healthcare Safety Network.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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20. Breakout Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
Healthcare Associated Infections: Where We Are Today, Patty Gray
(.25 CHES/NSG)

 Did not attendStrongly DisagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly Agree
Identify statewide strategies and efforts to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAI).
Describe current HAI issues from the state, county, and facility perspective.
Describe the way healthcare facilities, county health departments, and the state health department work together to address HAI outbreaks.
Understand the uses and benefits of the National Healthcare Safety Network.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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21. Breakout Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
USDA’s Role in Rabies Surveillance & Response, David Bergman
(.5 AAFP/NSG/CHES)


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Suggest an overview of rabies.
Discuss rabies surveillance and monitoring.
Describe new rabies diagnostic techniques and state of the art in vaccination and monitoring methodology.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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22. Breakout Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
URabies Surveillance: dRIT Testing, Stephanie Johnston
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

 Did not attendStrongly DisagreeDisagreeNeutralAgreeStrongly Agree
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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23. Breakout Session on Tuesday July 27, 2010
Wildlife Rabies Research Projects, Krista Wenning


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The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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24. Plenary Sessions on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Tuberculosis & HIV Co-Infection, Dr. Melanie Taylor
(.5 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Generalize the epidemiology of TB and HIV in Arizona
Describe the interaction of TB and HIV
Identify the treatment issues association with TB/HIV co-infection
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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25. Breakout Sessions on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Cost of Antibiotic Resistance in Mycobacterium Tuberculosis, Dr. Marcos Burgos
(.5 NSG/CHES)

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Learn about the epidemiology of drug resistant TB
Recognize mechanisms of resistance in M. tuberculosis
Recognize the impact that drug resistance TB may have on transmission of M. tuberculosis.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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26. Plenary Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Tuberculosis Infection Control in Healthcare Settings, Dr. Douglas Hornick
(.75 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Review TB transmission
Understanding of CDC TB Infection Control Guidelines 2005 update, specifically Administrative, Environmental, Respiratory Controls and issues related to implementation
Overview of Tuberculin Skin Test in screening healthcare providers and the impact of new technology (eg, BAMT)
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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27. Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Sexually Transmitted Disease Update & Overview: Clinical, Dr. Melanie Taylor
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

 Did not attendDid not meetPartially metNeutralMetExceeded expectations
Describe the clinical diagnosis of syphillis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea
Recall the treatment protocol of syphillis, chalmydia, and gonnorrhea
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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28. Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Sexually Transmitted Disease Update & Overview: Epidemiology, Dr. Michelle Winscott
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

 Did not attendDid not meetPartially metNeutralMetExceeded expectations
Recall the national, statewide, and county trends of reported sexually transmitted diseases; syphilis, congenital syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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29. Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
USDA Role in Public Health & Recalls, Dr. Patricia White
(.5 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Recall the public health mission and the organizational structure of the Food Safety & Inspection Service
Describe the roles and responsibilities of local, state and federal public health agencies in the detection, investigation and mitigation of the impact of foodborne illness.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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30. Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Recalls: Behind the Scenes, Norman Barnett
.5 CHES

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Describe the processes and various tasks taken at retail stores to perform an effective recall.
Defend how technology and effective communication capabilities enhance consumer notification about recalled foods.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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31. Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Measuring Trends- Occurrence of Contributing Factors to Foodborne Illness with Foodservices & Retail Food Store Establishments (FDA 10-Year Study), John Marcello
(.5 CHES)

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Analyze the data results from the FDA Study to determine food preparation practices and employee behaviors in most need of attention within each of the nine facility types.
Identify statistically significant improvement and/or regression trends pertaining to contributing factors to foodborne illness and employee food safety practices within the retail segment of the industry.
Interpret the data results from the FDA Study and appropriately apply them to an assessment of inspection approaches currently implemented by regulatory retail food protection programs.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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32. Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Guidelines & Performance Indicators for Outbreak Response, Aarikha D’Souza; Joli Weiss; Shoana Anderson
(.75 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Describe best practices for conducting outbreaks.
Understand the importance of monitoring the quality of outbreak investigations.
Describe methods for evaluating the quality of an outbreak or case investigation
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.
Interpret the data results from the FDA Study and appropriately apply them to an assessment of inspection approaches currently implemented by regulatory retail food protection programs.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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33. Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Variations in Positive Predictive Values for Rapid Influenza Test for 2009 Pandemic Influenza, Dr. Steven Baty
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES

 Did not attendDid not meetPartially metNeutralMetExceeded expectations
Review positive predictive value for rapid influenza diagnostic test for 2009 Pandemic Influenza A H1N1
Identify factors influencing false-positive rates of rapied diagnostic test for 2009 Pandemic Influenza A H1N1
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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34. Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Tuberculosis Genotyping & Aberration Detection: New Tools for the Detection & Management of Tuberculosis Outbreaks, Dr. Juliana Grant
.5 AAFP/NSG/CHES

 Did not attendDid not meetPartially metNeutralMetExceeded expectations
Define "TB genotyping" and list three practical uses for genotyping
Describe how genotyping can be used to detect outbreaks
Explain where they can go to get more information about genotyping and find genotyping results for individual patients
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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35. Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Syphilis & Congenital Syphilis, Dr. Melanie Taylor
.75 AAFP/NSG/CHES

 Did not attendDid not meetPartially metNeutralMetExceeded expectations
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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36. Using the scale below, rank the degree to which each of the sessions met your expectations and the learning objectives identified in the program and agenda.

Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Role of Arizona State Laboratory in Foodborne Outbreak Investigations: Specimen Collection Issues, Katie Wiste & Roumen Penev
.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES

 Did not attendDid not meetPartially metNeutralMetExceeded expectations
Understand testing performed at the Arizona State Laboratory Bacteriology Section.
Improve knowledge of proper collection and transport of specimens to the Arizona State Laboratory.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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37. Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Toxins in Food, Laketa Kemp
(.25 AAFP/NSG/CHES)

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Identify what toxins are.
Discuss the conundrums of toxin classification
Discuss the four major toxins involved with food contamination.
Discuss the current FERN laboratory methods for identification of toxin contamination in food.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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38. Breakout Session on Wednesday July 28, 2010
Food Safety & the Challenges of Working with Food, Laketa Kemp



 Did not attendDid not meetPartially metNeutralMetExceeded expectations
Discuss the current FERN laboratory methods for identification of toxin contamination in food.
The presenter(s) were well versed in their subject
This presentation was beneficial to me as a professional.

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39. Please provide feedback on the table Top Exercises for July 29, 2010
Rating (5=Excellent, 1= Poor)
( AAFP/NSG/CHES has awarded 5.25 CE for this day)
ADHS Sanitarians's Council as approved 6.0 CE for attendance on 7/29/10

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Effectiveness of Table Top Exercises
Applicability to my current professional role
Organization of event
Speakers/Presenters
Discussion and Hotwash

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40. Please provide feedback on the conference:
Rating (5=Excellent, 1= Poor)

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Ease of Registration Process
Conference Facility
Conference Location
Conference Materials
Overall Conference