The National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association invites you to attend the West Education Conference on Sunday, October 16th, at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Paradise Valley in Scottsdale, AZ. Join us for fellowship, education, and fun. The event will host some of the leading experts in the field of spasmodic dysphonia while providing the opportunity to meet others who share a similar experience.

The goals of the Conference are:

• To provide a learning environment in which people with spasmodic dysphonia may enhance their understanding of the disorder;
• To facilitate an exchange of information on how to live effectively with the
  disorder;
• To increase NSDA’s capabilities in measuring and understanding the needs of its
  members in order to develop future programs.

Program
The Conference will take place on Sunday, October 16th. Confirmed speakers include (in alphabetical order): 

• Stephen Bansberg, M.D.
• Joel Blumin, M.D.
• Lisa Crujido, M.S. CCC
• David Lott, M.D.

Along with presentations on Living with Spasmodic Dysphonia

Hotel and Transportation
The meeting will be held at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Paradise Valley - Scottsdale at 5401 N. Scottsdale Road in Scottsdale. A special rate of $149 plus tax is available for the meeting. To make reservations, please click here. The room rate is available until September 13, or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first. 

Located only minutes from downtown Scottsdale, the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Paradise Valley – Scottsdale offers a warm welcome and a comfortable stay, in tranquil surroundings. Relax and recharge in their beautifully landscaped property, surrounded by lavish courtyards, cactus and tropical palm trees. It is less than two miles from Old Town Scottsdale with transportation with the free shuttle. 

The hotel is located about 12 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Transporation options include SuperShuttle (about $17 each way) and taxi (about $40 each way.) Parking at the hotel is complimentary. 

Dress
Casual attire is appropriate for the symposium. Since the hotel is air-conditioned, bringing a sweater or jacket is advisable. We cannot control the temperature in the meeting rooms.

 We hope you will join us!  

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