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XXXXX Dental Tribune U.S. Edition | April 2013A6 Ad MEEtINgS Orlando's vibrant nightlife awaits attendees of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Annual Scientific Session. Photo/Provided VISIT FLORIDA Pediatric specialists gathering in Orlando American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Annual Scientific Session packed with networking opportunities, May 23–26 The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) 66th Annual Session will be held May 23–26 in Orlando, Fla. Anyone (member or non-member den- tist, dentists’ staff or dental student) who wants to attend any portion of the scien- tific program must register. All registration categories include all education sessions (except those speci- fied), the welcome reception, compli- mentary beverages in exhibit hall and the scientific proceedings. The guest reg- istration is additional and must accom- pany that of an attendee; children are complimentary to the meeting, but tick- ets must be purchased for social events. Guests do not earn any continuing edu- cation credit; if seeking a C.E. certificate, spouses/guests must register as office staff. Cutoff for an advance-registration discount is Monday, April 8. Keynote: Chef Marcus Samuelsson The keynote speaker is Marcus Samuels- son, an internationally acclaimed chef, philanthropist, and a New York Times best-selling author. Samuelsson is the youngest chef to ever achieve two three- star reviews from The New York Times and he has been honored by the James Beard Foundation on multiple occasions including Rising Star Chef (1999), Best Chef: New York City (2003), Best Interna- tional Cookbook (2007) and Best Televi- sion Program (for Chopped 2012). The author of several award-winning cook- books, Samuelsson released his best-sell- ing memoir, ”Yes, Chef,” in June 2012. Networking and fun Social events include the welcome recep- tion at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, a theme park with a motion-picture theme covering the Golden Age of the Silver Screen through to the Disney-Pixar part- nership. Attractions, shows, shops and restaurants are exclusively available to AAPD members for the evening. Other networking events include a 5K run/walk at Epcot Center, a career opportunities fair, new pediatric dentist happy hour, international reception and the presi- dent’s farewell dinner at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel. Also available are a number of tours and theme-park packages, including: Airboats and Alligators, Kennedy Space Center, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Be- hind-The-Scenes, SeaWorld Private Tour, Universal Studios and Islands of Adven- ture, Disney’s Magic Kingdom Backstage — as well as other special Disney theme park prices and hours. Online itinerary planner Access the online itinerary planner at www.aapd.org/annual/annual_2013 to view the complete scientific program with course descriptions, speaker bios and more. You can search by session type, day or keywords. You also can cre- ate an account to save your preferred ses- sions and exhibitors. See the current ex- hibitors online on the “Exhibitors” pages, and plan out who to visit to examine sup- plies hands-on before purchase. Search exhibitors by category or company. About the AAPD Founded in 1947, the AAPD is a not-for- profit professional membership associa- tion representing the specialty of pediat- ric dentistry. Its 8,400 members provide primary care and comprehensive dental specialty treatments for infants, chil- dren, adolescents and individuals with special health care needs. As advocates for children’s oral health, the AAPD pro- motes evidence-based policies and clini- cal guidelines; educates and informs pol- icymakers and parents; fosters research; and provides professional continuing education for all dentists who treat chil- dren. Learn more at www.aapd.org. (Source: AAPD)