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Purpose:
The educational program of the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM) is designed to provide targeted opportunities for dissemination of information in the basic sciences, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and technical advances as applied to persons with cerebral palsy and developmental disorders. The program provides a forum for discussion of scientific developments and clinical advances in the care of people with these problems. By presenting forums which foster interdisciplinary communication and interchange among all allied health care professionals concerned with individuals with cerebral palsy and neuro-developmental disorders, this program’s purpose is to ensure that the qualified personnel have the skills and knowledge derived from practices that have been determined through research and experience to be successful in serving children with disabilities. The purpose is also to encourage teambuilding within organizations and institutions, encourage multicenter studies, develop information for parents, and find a consensus on the optimal care of various conditions.

Objectives:
• To disseminate information on new developments in applied and translational sciences, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and technology for individuals with cerebral palsy and other childhood onset disabilities
• To create an interdisciplinary forum to facilitate communication and team-building between professionals who are providing services and care for individuals with childhood onset disabilities
• To facilitate the integration between research and practice to improve the well being of people with childhood onset disabilities.

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* 1. Please complete the following by choosing the answer you believe best reflects your feeling about the specific items. Your feedback is needed and greatly appreciated by the AACPDM.

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* 2. How many AACPDM Annual Meetings have you attended?

2-5

6-10

Over 10

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* 3. How did you hear about the AACPDM Annual Meeting? (select all that apply)

attended past meetings

colleague recommended meeting

AACPDM website

postcard

emails

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* 4. Did you receive a postcard regarding the Annual Meeting?

Yes

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* 5. Why did you attend this year’s Annual Meeting? (select all that apply)

To present a poster or free paper

Attend Keynote and Guest lectures

Attend presentations and poster sessions in my area of study

Attend pre-conference workshops and seminars

Obtain CME credits

To discuss research issues with collaborators

Professional networking opportunities

To informally network and socialize with your peers

Pursuit of potential employment opportunities

To exhibit for my organization

To learn about products and services from exhibitors

Other (please specify)

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* 6. What was your source of funding to attend this year’s Meeting? (select all that apply)

Self funded

Funded via a grant

Funded by institutional funds

AACPDM Travel Scholarship or other award

Other (please specify)

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* 7. How likely is it that you will attend the 68th AACPDM Annual Meeting in San Diego, CA?

Not at all likely

A little

Somewhat

Extremely likely

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* 8. What topics would you like to see addressed at future AACPDM meetings?

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* 9. Did you use the Annual Meeting mobile app?

Yes (please answer questions 10 and 11)

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* 10. Did you like having the handouts accessible on the mobile app?

Yes

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* 11. Would you like AACPDM to continue having a mobile app for the Annual Meeting?

Yes

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* 12. General Comments:

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* 13. What areas were “well-done" during the annual meeting?

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* 14. What areas need to be improved for the annual meeting?

Thank you for taking the time to complete this evaluation. Your feedback is valued and greatly appreciated.