Welcome

Dear Colleague:

The inaugural Congress, Perspectives in Interpandemic Influenza will take place 12-14 October 2007 in Madrid, Spain. This Congress will update you on the latest treatment and management options available to manage influenza, give you a chance to hear from the leading researchers in the field, and provide an environment to discuss best practices with your colleagues.

With the increased awareness and focus on the threats of emerging infectious diseases, comes a renewed interest in the treatment and management of influenza. This spotlight on the field has allowed for new research into therapeutic approaches that significantly benefit patients. While much of the attention has been on pandemic influenza, this Congress will focus on what you, the clinician, need to know to better treat your patients with interpandemic influenza (seasonal flu) It will also examine the new immunization approaches that will make influenza vaccine even more effective
 
Thus, this Congress is specifically designed for infectious disease specialists, immunologists, family practitioners, hospitalists, internists, epidemiologists and other healthcare professionals interested and involved in the treatment of patients with interpandemic influenza. Our panel of international experts will touch on the implications, management, and treatment options that are likely to affect your future practice.

For this inaugural Congress, we are excited to be gathering in Madrid, Spain – as the third largest city of the European Union, Madrid has preserved its cultural appeal and history while leading Spain to new international heights.

This meeting promises to be an exciting, interactive and educational experience for attendees from all relevant disciplines. We hope you will be able to join us, as your perspectives and contributions add immeasurable value to this international Congress.

We look forward to seeing you in Madrid!

Arnold S. Monto, MD
John S. Oxford, MD
Raul Ortiz de Lejarazu, MD, PhD

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