AOCOG 2011 Second Announcement

IMPORTANT DATES

WELCOME MESSAGE

INVITATION

ORGANIZATION

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

REGISTRATION

EXHIBITION

SOCIAL PROGRAM

TOURS

ACCOMMODATION

ACCESS TO HOTELS & VENUES

GENERAL INFORMATION

Appendex1. REGISTRATION FORM

Appendex2. ACCOMMODATION FORM

CONTENTS

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IMPORTANT DATES

Registration

April 1, 2010 On-line Registration

July 31, 2010 Deadline for Sponsor & Exhibition Registration

April 30, 2011 Deadline for Early Bird Registration

August 31, 2011 Deadline for On-line Registration

Abstract

May 1, 2010 Abstract Submission

February 28, 2011 Deadline for Abstract Submission

April 10, 2011 Abstract Acceptance Notifi cation

Social Program

September 23, 2011Opening Ceremony

Welcome Reception

September 24, 2011 President's Night

September 26, 2011 Gala Dinner

September 27, 2011 Closing Ceremony

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September 23-27, 2011 Taipei, Taiwann

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WELCOME MESSAGE

On behalf of Asia Oceania Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, I would like to invite you to the XXII Asia Oceanic Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology to be held in Taipei between 23 and 27 September 2011. The Congress is hosted by the Taiwan Association of Obstetrics and Gynecology. It will also be a celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Taiwan Association of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

In the recent decade, many countries in the Asia Oceania region have developed very fast. Many significant achievements have also been made in science and medicine. The Scientific Committee will work out an excellent scientific program which will be of interest to all obstetricians and gynaecologists. I am sure that no matter what is your area of interest in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, you will find some sessions interesting.

In addition to the scientific program, the organizing committee has also organized some good social programs. You can meet your old friends and make new acquaintances. Taipei is a beautiful city. You can take this opportunity to visit the beautiful sceneries in Taipei. You may also visit other cities in Taiwan.

I look forward to meeting you in Taipei in 2011!

Professor P.C. HoPresident

AOFOG

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WELCOME MESSAGE

Dear Esteemed Colleagues and Friends:

It is my great honor and pleasure to invite everyone to join us at the XXII AOCOG to be held in Taipei, Taiwan from September 23-27, 2011. From the pages of the 2nd announcement, one can already see the preparations being made by the host society, the Taiwan Association of Obstetrics and Gynecology (TAOG).

The 2011 Congress of our federation shall feature mainly the educational achievements in our specialty built around the theme “New Frontiers in Women’s Health”. One can also celebrate with the Taiwanese people their Centennial Anniversary by exploring the beauty of the island. But, most importantly, the AOCOG 2011 shall showcase the strong fraternal bonds and spirit among the 24 member nations of the federation.

The initial preparations relayed to the Executive Board in its Action Plan Meeting in Cebu January 7-10, 2010 shows diligent preparations and shall ensure the warm hospitality once you land in Taiwan. This is certainly an event not to be missed! Come and join us!Best regards,

Walfrido W. Sumpaico, M.D.AOFOG Secretary General

AOFOG Representative, Scientifi c Program Committee, AOCOG 2011


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INVITATION

Dear AOFOG Colleagues and Friends,

On behalf of the Taiwan Association of Obstetrics and Gynecology (TAOG), we would like to extend our warmest invitation to you to join the XXII Asian and Oceanic Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology (AOCOG 2011), which is scheduled to take place at Taipei International Conference Center, Taipei, Taiwan from September 23 to September 27, 2011.

In terms of the theme of AOCOG 2011, New Frontiers in Women’s Health, the meeting includes lectures, symposia and presentations relating to various aspects in women health fi eld. Experts from different domain will be invited to share their expertise and experience to solve women medical problems. This will be a fabulous chance to exchange the ideas, contribute the most newly developed knowledge, one-of-a-kind cultural and educational experience.

Most importantly, year 2011 is a celebration of the 50th anniversary of TAOG and it is also the 100th year anniversary of Taiwan. It is our greatest pleasure to have you to share the happiness with us. We are expecting more than 1,600 experts and over 70 exhibitors around the world. The beauty and wonder of Taiwan will unfold before your eyes when you travel around the island. For those who are interested in the modern architecture of Taiwan, paying a visit to Taipei 101 will defi nitely be a rewarding experience. Furthermore, the National Palace Museum is a must-see spot with the fi nest collection of more than 650,000 Chinese articles in bronze, jade, and porcelain besides calligraphy and paintings. We fi rmly believe that there are more fun places, nature wonders and delicious delicacies for you to explore.

This Congress is a rare opportunity to gather in the beautiful country of Taiwan, a country notable for its cultural riches and marvelous museums. As the host, we are confi dent that you will fi nd your trip to Taiwan a most cherished experience for mixing business with pleasure. With open arms and warm regards, we look forward to seeing you in Taipei in September, 2011.

Sincerely yours,

Horng-Der Tsai, M.D.Vice President

Organizing Committee of AOCOG 2011

PresidentTaiwan Association of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yu-Shih Yang, M.D., Ph.D.President

Organizing Committee of AOCOG 2011

Vice President AOFOG

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ORGANIZATIONAOFOG Executive Board

President Professor Pak Chung Ho (Hongkong)President Elect Dr. Chinnaiya Anandakumar (Singapore)Vice President Professor Yu-Shih Yang (Taiwan)Immediate Past President Professor Yoon Seok Chang (Korea)Secretary General Professor Walfrido W. Sumpaico (Philippines)Deputy Secretary General Dr. Kurian Joseph (India)Treasurer Dr. Ravi Chandran (Malaysia)Editor-in-Chief Professor Takashi Okai (Japan)

International Scientifi c Committee

Chairman Professor Walfrido W. Sumpaico (Philippines)

Organizing Committee

President Yu-Shih Yang Vice President Horng-Der TsaiSecretary General Ching-Hung Hsieh

Scientifi c Program Committee

Chairman Hong-Nerng HoCo-chairman Chi-An ChenMembersTe-Fu Chan Kuo-Feng Huang Jin-Chung ShihFong-Ming Chang Lee-Wen Huang Ming-Kwang Shyu Ting-Chang Chang Man-Jung Hung Jinu-Huang SuKuan-Chong Chao Yao-Ching Hung Yi-Ning SuChie-Pein Chen Jiann-Loung Hwang Eing-Mei TsaiChin-Ping Chen Fu-Tsai Kung Ming-Song TsaiFang-Ping Chen Pao-Lin Kuo Yung-Chieh TsaiGin-Den Chen Chyong-Huey Lai Chih-Jen TsengHsin-Fu Chen Chien-Nan Lee Bo-Huei WangMing Chen Chyi-Long Lee Chin-Jung WangMing-Jer Chen Robert Kuo-Kuang Lee Hsin-Shih WangShee-Uan Chen Hsin-Yang Li Kung-Liahng WangWei-Hwa Chen Yiu-Tai Li Peng-Hui WangYi-Jen Chen Ching-Chung Liang Tzu-Hao WangPo-Jen Cheng Chin-Hung Lin Shun-Long WengWen-Fang Cheng Wu-Chou Lin Gwo-Jang WuCheng-Yang Chou Yu-Hung Lin Ming-Ping WuMin-Min Chou Chi-Hong Liu Tzay-Shing YangTang-Yuan Chu Fu-Shing Liu Lian-Shung YehChing-Chang Hsieh Jah-Yao Liu Ming-Shyen YenChun-Sen Hsu Jui-Der Liou Ken-Jen YuJenn-Jeih Hsu Tsia-Shu Lo Mu-Hsien YuMing-I Hsu Cheng-Yu Long Chiou-Chung YuanTe-Yao Hsu Hsien-An Pan

Kuan-Hui Huang Bor-Ching Sheu

Finance Committee

Chairman Bor-Jee Ho Co-chairman Ming-Chao HuangMembersHung-Chi Chang Wei-Jou Juang Cheng-Tai LinJong-Chou Chang Cheng-Li Ko Chun-Hen PanLin-Sung Chen Kuo-Liang Lai Rong-Maw SuChung-Cheng Hsiao Ming-Jue Lai Shan-Yuan Sun


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Exhibition Committee

Chairman Maw-Sheng LeeCo-chairman Wei-Chun ChangMembersChi-Chang Chang Ying-Chun Hung Yaang-Tser ShihPao-Jen Chen Muh-Fa Hwang Ming-Kwang ShyuChih-Ming Ho Cherng-Jye Jeng Yung-Chieh TsaiYao-Yuan Hsieh Tsung-Hsien Lee Nae-Fang TwuTsao-Chiun Hsu Chung-Hsien Liu Cheng-Shuan WuChao-Song Hsue Yue-Shan Lin Tung-Chuan Yang

Public Relations Committee

Chairman Tsung-Hsien SuCo-chairman Simon Shung-Shi ChiangMembersChao-Sien Chen Lim-Woh Koh Wen-Pin SuHuey-Yi Chen Ching-Chung Liang Mou-Jong SunSzu-Yuan Chou Long-Yau Lin Chih-Wen TengSteven Pheng-Hui Hsieh Tze-Yin Lin Chiung-Lang WangHong-Chih Hsu Dou-Min Liu Han-Chow WangMann-Jung Hung Tsia-Shu Lo Yeou-Lih WangPing-Kun Hung Cheng-Yu Long Hsin-Hung WuTian-Jii Jou Chieh-Yi Shen Yu-Chen Wu

Fund-raising Committee

Chairman Tsung-Cheng KuoCo-chairman Kun-Chin ChungMembersHong-Chi Chen Tzong-Nan Kuo Hung-Chih TingHsiao-Chen Chiu Andrew Chao-Hung Lai Kuo-Gon WangChao-Chang Huang Shih-Bin Pan Yi-Wen YuTai-Ho Hung Yi-Ning Su

Social Program Committee

Chairman Min-Shyan TsaiCo-chairman San-Lang WangMembersSan-Meng Chang Ming-Shing Chu Shih-Ping WuChien-Ming Chen Hsin-Yi Ho Ming-Jie YangJung-Hui Chen Tien-Fu Kao Tsung-Li YangTze-Nan Chen Huo-Chin Wang Guang-Peng Yeh

Advisory Committee

Chairman Tigris Tzu-yao LeeCo-chairman Su-Cheng HuangMembersChung-Chuan Chang Chang-Yao Hsieh Chia-Koon LeeSheng-Ping Chang Tsang-Tang Hsieh Yung-Kuei SoongFu-Min Chen Jui-Yuan Hsueh Chii-Ruey TzengChien-Dai Chiang Ko-En Huang Yuh-Cheng YangShin-Chu Ho Kuo-Tsuang Kuo Xiang-Yuan Wu

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE Date

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SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM

1. General Gynecology1). Abortion & ectopic pregnancy2). Diseases of lower genital tract3). Uterine myoma4). Pelvic infl ammatory disease5). Contraception

2. Gynecologic Oncology1). Cervical cancer 2). Endometrial cancer3). Ovarian cancer4). Gestational trophoblastic disease 5). Minimally invasive surgery in gynecologic oncology

3. Imaging1). Breast imaging2). First trimester fetal ultrasound screening 3). Second trimester genetic ultrasound and fetal malformation4). 3D/4D ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology 5). Imaging in gynecologic malignancy6). Fetal MRI

4. Perinatology1). High risk pregnancy2). Obstetrical hemorrhage3). Infectious disease and vaccination in pregnancy 4). Prenatal diagnosis5). Birth injury

5. Reproductive Endocrinology1). Polycystic ovary syndrome2). Endometriosis3). Assisted reproductive technology4). Cryopreservation of gametes, embryos and ovarian tissues5). Recurrent pregnancy loss

6. Urogynecology1). Lower urinary tract dysfunction2). Urogenital fi stula3). Pelvic organ prolapse4). Urinary tract infection5). Urodynamics

7. Menopause 1). Women health and quality of life2). Cardiovascular diseases3). Osteoporosis4). Breast health5). Alternative medicine

8. Minimally Invasive Surgery 1). Laparoscopic management of benign ovarian tumor2). Laparoscopic pelvic fl oor reconstructive surgery3). Endoscopic fertility promoting surgery4). Endoscopic myomectomy 5). Endoscopic surgery in Müllerian duct anomaly

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CALL FOR ABSTRACTSThe Scientific Program Committee of AOCOG 2011 invites all interested individuals to submit abstracts for oral or poster presentations. Abstracts on any topics relevant to women’s health are welcome. The deadline of abstract submission is Monday, February 28, 2011. On-line submission through the congress website www.aocog2011.org.tw is welcomed.

ABSTRACT REVIEWAbstracts will be reviewed by the Scientific Program Committee and selected for oral or poster presentation based on the following criteria:

Topics of general or local interest

New research fi ndings

Use of new ideas, techniques in the fi eld of Obstetrics and

GynecologyNovel topics in the development of the relevant fields

related to women’s health

FORMS OF PRESENTATIONAll abstracts should be submitted under either the “Oral” or the “Poster”options.

Oral Presentation Selected abstracts for oral presentation will be presented at the congress according to the topic fi elds.

Poster PresentationSome abstracts that are either chosen by the author to be presented in poster presentation or are not selected for oral presentation will be considered for poster presentation. This will allow presenters to discuss their research with other colleagues in the display areas.

GUIDELINES FOR ABSTRACT PREPARATION

Anyone who is interested in abstract submission should access 1. the AOCOG 2011 offi cial website (www.aocog2011.org.tw) and submit abstracts on-line no later than Monday, February 28, 2011.If on-line submission is not available, please contact the 2. Congress Secretariat ([email protected]). Your abstracts should be prepared according to the ‘Typing Instructions’ on the next page.An acknowledgement of receipt of abstract will be automatically 3. sent to the presenting author by e-mail upon on-line submission. For other types of submission, acknowledgement will be sent by congress secretariat via e-mail or fax.


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Acceptance to either oral or poster presentations is at the 4. discretion of the Scientifi c Program Committee and notifi cation will be sent to the presenting author by e-mail by Sunday, April 10, 2011.Upon acceptance of the abstract, authors are expected 5. to register and to present their abstracts at Oral/Poster Presentations. Abstracts will be published in the congress abstract book only if at least one of the listed authors is offi cially registered with full payment no letter than Saturday, April 30, 2011.After abstract submission, if there is any further modifi cation, 6. you will be charged USD 5 handling fee; the payment should be made upon your arrival.Accepted abstracts will be included in a USB fl ash drive, exactly 7. in the form and conditions submitted by the authors. Therefore the authors are advised to strictly follow the typing instructions.

TYPING INSTRUCTIONSThese instructions are designed to assist you for preparing your abstract. It provides all the information you need to comply with the submission standards of AOCOG 2011.

Title1. The title of the abstract should be written in UPPER CASE. The

font is Times New Roman, 12pt in bold script.

Author2. Author names should be written in 12pt bold. Full given names should precede the family name. The presenting author must be listed first and underlined. For any unforeseen changes to presenters, the replacement presenter must be one of the authors listed in the abstract. The author list should commence 1 line below the title. The presenting author and up to a maximum of 9 co-authors will be listed in the authors’ index of the program as well as on the abstract headline. The

maximum number of authors is limited to 10.

Author Affi liations3. Author affiliations (institution, city and country) should be in 12pt and separated by semicolons. Authors from different institutions should be identified by superscript indices at the end of each author’s name and at the beginning of each institution.

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Abstract Text 4. The abstract should be less than 300 words. It should be typed in 12pt Times New Roman in English. The body of the text should commence 2 lines below the last author affi liation. Type the text single spaced with no indentations.Headings: The headings of “Objectives”, “Methods”, “Results” and “Conclusions” should be in bold as shown in the “SAMPLE” below.Abbreviations: The use of standard abbreviations is acceptable. Other abbreviations should be placed in parentheses after the fi rst appearance of the full description for which it stands.

File Name5. The abstract filename must contain the topic code and be followed by the full name of the presenting author, which is “Topic No.-Subtopic No._FirstName_LastName”. For example, the abstract for the subtopic “Abortion & Ectopic pregnancy” under the first topic “General Gynecology”, would appear like this: 1-1_Hsin-Fu_Chen

General Gynecology (Topic)1. Abortion & Ectopic pregnancy (Subtopic)1).

ABSTRACT SAMPLE

THE TITLE OF THE ABSTRACT SHOULD BE IN UPPER CASETHE FONT IS TIMES NEW ROMAN 12PT IN BOLD CAPITAL LETTERS

Hsin-Fu Chen1, Hong-Chih Kuo2, Hong-Nerng Ho1, Yu-Shih Yang1

1National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan; 2Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan

Objectives: Abstract test should be in English typed in 12pt Times New Roman.

Methods:

Results:

Conclusions:


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REGISTRATION

Preferred method of registration is via the website (www.aocog2011.org.tw). Or return the enclosed Registration form and Accommendation form (See Appendex 1 & 2) by fax or email

([email protected]).

Registration Fee

CategoryEarly RegistrationBefore April 30, 2011

Late and On-siteFrom May 1, 2011

PhysicianNTD 15,000

(Appx. USD 450)NTD 18,500

(Appx. USD 550)

Student, Trainee, Non-physician, Retired Professional

NTD 11,500(Appx. USD 350)


Accompanying Person



The fees are based on the New Taiwan Dollar (NTD).1. Students are required to submit their Student ID by Fax to 2. +886-2-25083570 Congress Secretariat.Note: USD 1=NTD 32.5; JPY 1=NTD 0.356; EUR 1=NTD 46.543.

(Subject to change)

Physician/ Student, Trainee, Non-physician,

Retired Professional

Name Badge

Conference Kit

Admission to all Sessions

Admission to Exhibition

Lunches and Refreshments

Welcome Reception

Gala Dinner

Accompanying Person

Name Badge

Admission to Exhibition

Welcome Reception

Gala Dinner

City Tour

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PaymentPayment must be in New Taiwan Dollar and can be made in credit

card: VISA, Master Card or JCB.

Cancellation PolicyA written cancellation notice must be sent to the Congress Secretariat. The following cancellation fee will be deducted before refunding.

- Until July 31, 2011: 40% of the amount of payment plus bank handling charge- From August 1, 2011: 100% of the amount of payment (No refund)

Confi rmationUpon receiving the registration form and confi rming the payment, Congress Secretariat will send you the confirmation letter by E-mail, bearing your registration number. Please bring the confi rmation and present it at the Congress Registration Desk.


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EXHIBITION

Exhibition Venue: Area A, Taipei World Trade Center, Taipei, TaiwanThere will be a commercial exhibition in conjunction with the congress at the venue from September 24-27, 2011. We welcome all kind of exhibition from the interested companies and institutions in this area. Participants will have the opportunity to acquaint themselves with some of the latest innovations in the field if Obstetrics and Gynecology and its related medical science. Details for exhibition application will be posted as AOCOG 2011 website around March, 2010.

SOCIAL PROGRAMEvening Events

Welcome ReceptionTime: 19:00-late, Friday, September 23, 2011All participants registered for the AOCOG Congress are invited to the Welcome Reception.

President’s Night (By invitation only)Time: 19:00-late, Saturday, September 24, 2011All awardees of the Young Gynecologist Award and Young Scientist Award, as well as all Fellows, Executive Board Members, Council Members, AOFOG Standing Committee Chairman, Local Organizing Committee, and their Accompanying Persons will be invited to this evening event.

Gala DinnerTime: 19:00-late, Monday, September 26, 2011All registered participants are welcome to attend the Gala Dinner hosted by the AOCOG Congress.

For more upcoming details, please refer to: www.aocog2011.org.tw

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TOURS Complimentary Tour (for accompanying persons only)

Half-day Taipei City Tour Tour Stops:

National Palace Museum(housing the world's largest collection of 1. priceless Chinese art treasures, one which spans China's nearly 5,000-year history)Taipei 101 Observatory(the tallest building in the world with a 2. mass of boutiques, spacious bookstore, and restaurants in it and an observatory at 89th fl oor additionally)

*Gratuitous for accompanying persons*Tour departure everyday from September 24 to 27, 2011

Optional Tours Half-day City Tours

Folk Arts Tour1. Tour Stops:

1. Sanhsia Tsu Shih Temple(Divine Ancestor Temple; representing the epitome of exquisite carving and complex structure as well as dynamic center of Chinese religious worship)

2. Sanhsia Old Street(the old Baroque style architectures make people feel like walking into the good old days)

3. Yingge’s Ceramics Museum(a modern style building exhibit ing pottery and ceramic history and other contemporary masterpieces)

2. Hot Spring TourTour Stops:

1.Yangming Mt. National Park(the only national park in Taiwan that has volcanic geography and hot springs; also known as the urban forest and the Taipei garden)

2.Beitou Hot Springs Museum(Near the Yangming Mt. National Park and possesses plentiful hot springs)

3.Hot Spring Bath

National Palace Museum Yangming Mountain Taipei 101


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3. Eco & Cultural TourTour Stops:

1.Guandu Nature Park(a low-lying land area where two rivers meet with abundant wildlife landscape)

2.Hongmao Castle(Fort San Domingo, built by the Spaniards in 1626, restored by the Dutch, but occupied by the British as their Embassy)

3.Danshui Old Street(enjoy the old streets, the cool breeze, and the scent of river and sea only available in Danshui)

4. Taipei Sightseeing Tour BusTour Routes:

Taipei 101 → Discovery Center of Taipei → CKS Memorial Hall → The Presidential Offi ce Building → Baoan Temple → National Palace Museum → Former Offi cial Residence of CKS → Dinner (Din Tai Fung or Mongolian Bar-B-Q) → Shilin Night Market

One-Day TourNortheast Coast Tour1. Tour Stops:

1.Jiufen(an nostalgic mountain town with ocean view renown as the “gold city” and the shooting location of the Gold Lion’s prize-won fi lm “The Sad City”)

2.Jinguashi(a once popular area for the past gold rush near Jiufen)

3.Yeliu(The erosion of sea, weathering, and earth movements make the rock shapes particular scenery such as Queen’s Head or Fairy’s Shoe)

4.Juming Museum(the largest outdoor art museum in Taiwan with the collections of the art Master Ju Ming’s creative sculptures)

5.Keelung Miaokou Night Market

*Optional tours fee will be advised on the website.

DingTaiFung CKS Memorial Hall Taroko Gorge

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2. Hsinchu Hakka TourTour Stops:

1.Jinguangfu House(represents the pioneering sprit of Fukienese, Hakka, and national fusion)

2.Beipu Cold Spring3.Neiwan Township(a mountain town with traditional hakka

culture and snacks)

3. Yilan Cultural TourTour Stops:

1. National Center for Traditional Arts(located beside beautiful Dongshan River, dedicating to continuous propagation, innovation, and renewal of traditional arts)

2. Suao Cold Springs(A rare type of cold springs with a temperature of less than 22°C, suitable for bathing and consumption)

3. Nanfan-ao Fishing Village(A base for coastal fishing with abundance of fi sh catch for visitors to taste the freshness of the Pacifi c Ocean!)

4. Baimi Clog Museum(a hand-made specialty developed by Baimi Village)”

5. Pinglin Tea Museum(presenting the Chinese tea culture and is worth visiting for tea lovers)

Post Congress ToursTaroko(Marble) Gorge 2-Day Tour1. Day 1—

Taroko Gorge National Park(famous for its spectacular 1. mountains and marble canyons.)Butterfly Valley Resort(an resort with abundant flora 2. and fauna, beautiful landscape and butterfly sceneries in particular)

Day 2—Hualien City1. East Coast National Scenic Area(known as "Taiwan's last 2. unspoiled land with spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean and the Coastal Mountain)

Hi-Tech Gadget Sun Moon Lake Longshan Temple


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2. Sun Moon Lake 3-Day TourDay 1—

Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area(located in the middle 1. of Taiwan and the only natural big lake with plentiful natural and cultural landscapes in Taiwan)The Lalu(the only high-end Design Hotel–certifi ed resort in 2. Taiwan)

Day 2—Sun Moon Lake Tea Factory1. Puli Brewery Factory2. Taomi Eco Village Paper(Taomi Village is a model village 3. recovered from the earthquake and develops its feature of eco-tourism)Fengjhia Night Market(the most delightful area to taste and 4. experience Taiwan local food and culture in Taichung)

Day 3—Lugang Historical Site(renown for the ancient narrow 1. lanes and veritable collections of art and masterpieces of architecture)Sanyi Museum of Wood Sculpture2.

Note:All tours are departing from TICC (Taipei International 1. Convention Center).For the quote of each tour please refer to the AOCOG 2011 2. website www.aocog2011.org.tw

For more travel information about Taipei and Taiwan, please 3. refer to: http://eng.taiwan.net.tw/

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ACCESS TO HOTELS & VENUESComplimentary shuttle bus pick-up services from the Taoyuan International

Airport to designated hotels at the both airport terminals have been arranged.

The shuttle buses are provided from 9am to 5pm on September 22-23, 2011. If

the shuttle bus schedule is not convenient for your arrival time, please take the

alternative way to Taipei city as follows:

Taipei Main

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Fare: NTD 125/50-60 min.

Time: Every 15-20min.

Service Hour:

Taoyuan Airport-05:40-24:50

Taipei Main Station-05:00-23:30

Toward You Air Bus (East Line)



Service Hour:

Taoyuan Airport-05:50-24:50

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laza Hotel

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Sheraton Taipei -

04:40-23:00

Grand Formosa

Regent Taipei

Taipei International Convention Center

Sheraton Taipei Hotel

Hotel Royal Taipei

Ambassador HotelTaipei

Grand Hyatt

Taipei Fullerton Hotel

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport

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GENERAL INFORMATION

About TaiwanTaiwan lies on the western edge of the Pacific “rim of fire”, and continuous tectonic movements have created majestic peaks, rolling hills and plains, basins, coastlines, and other wonders. Furthermore, Taiwan’s tropical, sub-tropical, and temperate climates provide clear differentiation between the different seasons, thus it owns abundant flora and fauna. That’s why when the Portuguese first landed on Taiwan, they said: “Formosa,” meaning, “beautiful (islands).” And it is just on account of the historical fusion of east and west on this island that makes Taiwan diverse with regard to landscape and cultural contour.

About TaipeiTaipei is Taiwan’s largest city as well as its economic, political, cultural, and fashion center. It is also a city which never sleeps. The nightlife of the city is as lively, if not more lively, when compared with daytime. In Taipei, 24-hour bookstores, restaurants, cinemas, karaoke parlors, and other places of cultural or leisure entertainment are providing visitors with a dynamic urban living experience. Furthermore, the prosperous 3C gadget market is the destination anyone visiting Taipei must go.

Visa of EntryForeign nationals may obtain tourist visas if holding foreign passports or travel documents valid for more than six months in Taiwan. 30-day visa-exempt entry are afforded to citizens of 39 countries. For detailed information please refer to the Bureau of Consulate Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of China, www.boca.gov.tw.If any participant should require any assistance in preparing documents for visa application, please contact the Secretariat (e-mail: [email protected])

CurrencyOnly New Taiwan Dollar (NTD) is acceptable at regular stands, stores and restaurants. Foreign currencies can be exchanged at government-designated banks, international airports, and hotels. The banking hour is 09:00-15:30, Monday-Friday.

ClimateTaiwan is located in the sub-tropical zone and encircled by sea, therefore the climate is with clear seasonal differentiation. Taipei as the host city, its temperature during the period of Congress in September ranges from 24-30 degree Celsius. For further weather forecast please refer to www.cwb.gov.tw

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InsuranceParticipants are encouraged to purchase travel insurance prior to their travel to Taiwan. Insurance policy typically covers accidental loss of belongings, medical costs in case of injury as well as illness, and other possible risks of international travel.

Dress CodeSmart casual attire is appropriate for meeting sessions. Dress for Welcome Reception is smart casual, and lounge suits are suggested for the President’s Night as well as the Gala Dinner. Aside from the official events, short sleeves, light waterproof jacket, and comfortable shoes are recommended for tour programs.

Electricity / Internet AccessTaiwan uses electric current of 110 volts at 60 cycles, and appliances from Europe, Australia or South-East Asia will need an adaptor or transformer. Many buildings have sockets with 220 volts especially for the use of air conditioners.Taipei City Government proudly presents the WiFly application, which offers free access to wireless network, through all Xinyi District, and our Congress venue, TICC and TWTC are encompassed in this area.

Tipping and TaxTips are not necessary anywhere in Taiwan, while 10% service charge would normally be included in the bill. In addition, VAT(value-added tax) refund is available in the airport, thus visitors should collect receipts and VAT refund form while shopping.

For more information about getting around in Taiwan and Taipei, please refer to:http://eng.taiwan.net.twhttp://www.taipeitravel.net

Taipei

Taiwan Urogynecology Association

Taiwanese Society forReproductive Medicine

Taiwan Society of Perinatoloy

Taiwan Association for Minimally Invasive Gynecology

Taiwan Association of Gynecologic Oncologists

The Taiwanese Menopause Society

The Society of Ultrasound in Medicine,Republic of China

Documents

AOCOG 2011 Second Announcement