We can't wait to see you on September 23!
Thank you for making plans to attend the "More Than Skin Deep" meeting in person on September 23, 2019.
We know you may have questions about what to expect and how to prepare for the meeting itself, as well as logistics of getting there with everything you need.
This set of "Frequently Asked Questions" is just for you!
We know you may have questions about what to expect and how to prepare for the meeting itself, as well as logistics of getting there with everything you need.
This set of "Frequently Asked Questions" is just for you!
What time does the meeting start & end?
On Monday, September 23, the meeting will begin promptly at 9:00 a.m. and will conclude by 3:30 p.m. Click here to view the agenda.
We will host a reception immediately after the meeting and all are welcome! Please RSVP to [email protected] if you plan to attend.
We need to start right on time for the live webcast -- we'll have hundreds of people participating remotely from their homes, offices, campuses!
We will host a reception immediately after the meeting and all are welcome! Please RSVP to [email protected] if you plan to attend.
We need to start right on time for the live webcast -- we'll have hundreds of people participating remotely from their homes, offices, campuses!
Are my hotel accommodations set?
If you were granted travel support through MTSD, we have added your name & dates to the master reservation list for the College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center. Rooms are private; not shared by anyone other than family members you indicated were traveling with you. You will be able to store luggage with the hotel bell staff, if needed. Parking at the Marriott is free.
Confirmation numbers will be sent via email at a later date. You will be required to provide a credit card for incidentals at the time of check-in.
Confirmation numbers will be sent via email at a later date. You will be required to provide a credit card for incidentals at the time of check-in.
How can I best prepare to participate at the meeting?
There are a few things you can do ahead of time to be ready to contribute your experience and expectations!
PLEASE NOTE: The meeting will be webcast live via the internet. If you don't wish to be "viewable" as a participant, there will be tables designated in the room that the camera operators will be asked not to film. Please speak with a member of the project team on-site if you are unsure when you arrive.
- Review the meeting agenda: Become familiar with the flow, especially the discussion questions. Think about how you might answer these and make a few notes for yourself. Click here to view the agenda.
- Review the meeting purpose: Patient-focused drug development (PFDD) is a relatively new topic. Click here to review a description of PFDD.
- Drop by the "More Than Skin Deep" Facebook group: If you're on Facebook, drop by and meet fellow attendees. Click here to visit.
- View (or re-view!) the Sept. 13 "Participant Preparation" webinar: You'll learn about the purpose of the meeting, the format, and how you can get ready to make an impact! Click here to view the recording.
PLEASE NOTE: The meeting will be webcast live via the internet. If you don't wish to be "viewable" as a participant, there will be tables designated in the room that the camera operators will be asked not to film. Please speak with a member of the project team on-site if you are unsure when you arrive.
What should I wear?
We recommend "business casual" attire so that you are comfortable, but look professional. The hotel is set on a campus-like property; wear comfortable shoes as it may be a bit of a walk from your room to meeting!
The temperature in hotel conference rooms can be hard to regulate, so dressing in layers with a sweater or jacket may also provide options if it gets too warm or too cold throughout the day. Average temperatures in September for the D.C. area hover around 71 degrees, but it can be much warmer -- into the 90s -- or much cooler, dropping into the 50s.
The temperature in hotel conference rooms can be hard to regulate, so dressing in layers with a sweater or jacket may also provide options if it gets too warm or too cold throughout the day. Average temperatures in September for the D.C. area hover around 71 degrees, but it can be much warmer -- into the 90s -- or much cooler, dropping into the 50s.
I have special dietary needs; how do I let planners know?
If you or a member of your family participating in the meeting (or being cared for by our professional child care services) have special dietary needs or restrictions, please contact us at [email protected].
How will reimbursement for meeting expenses be handled?
Please review the updated travel reimbursement policies by clicking here. You will receive a reimbursement form and instructions on how to submit it via the web for payment.
Please keep receipts for all allowable expenses. We will need your full name and postal mailing address in order to process and make payment to you.
Please keep receipts for all allowable expenses. We will need your full name and postal mailing address in order to process and make payment to you.
Where is the hotel? How do I get there?
All events will take place at the College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center located at 3501 University Blvd East, Hyattsville, Maryland.
If you're traveling by air to one of the three airports in the D.C. area, we recommend using a taxi, Lyft, or Uber to get to the hotel. (Refer to the travel reimbursement guidelines for allowable expenses; rental cars will not be reimbursed.)
If you're driving to the hotel, you can find maps and instructions by clicking here. We've also provided the location below:
If you're traveling by air to one of the three airports in the D.C. area, we recommend using a taxi, Lyft, or Uber to get to the hotel. (Refer to the travel reimbursement guidelines for allowable expenses; rental cars will not be reimbursed.)
If you're driving to the hotel, you can find maps and instructions by clicking here. We've also provided the location below:
