Results of2008 Meeting Topics Survey

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Results of "2008 GATA Annual Meeting Survey"

Total Number of Submissions: 57

What years have you attended the GATA Annual Meeting & Symposium? (Select all that apply)

2007:	30 times:	53 %
2006:	38 times:	67 %
2005:	40 times:	70 %
2004:	37 times:	65 %
2003:	33 times:	58 %

Which of the following factors most influences whether or not you attend the annual GATA meeting? (Select one)

Location--travel distance:	9 times:	16 %
Location--nearby attractions/restaurants:	1 times:	2 %
Lack of conflicts with work schedule (Dates):	27 times:	47 %
Need for CEU's:	9 times:	16 %
Timing in relation to other CEU meetings (SEATA, NATA, PBATS, NSCA, etc):	3 times:	5 %
Topics/Schedule/Speakers:	6 times:	11 %
Hotel Accommodations:	0 times:	0 %
Other:	2 times:	4 %
All of the above except Topics and accomidations ------------------- want to support GATA

Who pays for your GATA Annual Meeting registration?

I pay them.:	22 times:	39 %
My employer pays them:	31 times:	54 %
Outside group other than employer--ie Booster Club, Team Physicians, etc.:	0 times:	0 %
I split the costs with my employer.:	4 times:	7 %

What topics/speakers would you like to see in the 2008 GATA Annual Meeting?

Heat index template Concussion update ------------------- MRSA, Sickle Cell trait (to go along with NATA new statement) ------------------- Global Assessment ------------------- don't have any since I can't be there ------------------- Dave Ward,MS, ATC, DC ------------------- More Education, less administrative. ------------------- finger pulley rehab ------------------- on the field management of possible spinal cord injury; lumbar spine rehabilitation and core stabilization ------------------- latest research topics ------------------- SI jt dysfunction - evaluation and treatment ------------------- any are fine ------------------- Medical Topics ------------------- 1. Issues related to education of athletic training students; 2. Orthopedic assessment and/or rehabilitation far beyond superficial topic reviews; advanced discussions 3. Addressing State Issues ------------------- Dealing with hard headed ahead Coaches And the day to day problems ATC's have with HS athletes. Sorting out who is hurt and and who is BS'ing you because he is soft ------------------- Emergency preparedness any advanced lectures on eval/tx/rehab life/work balance ------------------- Less research. More practicle application ------------------- Heat topics - there are too many varying "policies" on the topic Helping student athletic trainers (high school students) Re-imbursement at the high school level ------------------- more case studies ------------------- no response ------------------- More hands on labs different breakout sessions ------------------- Any topic is fine. ------------------- Any new information related to the treatment of spinal chord injuries (i.e.) case in the NFL how lowering body temp helps prevent further damage ------------------- Tricks being used for quick RTP! Nagging, lingering quad and hamstring strains, achilles and plantar faciitis problems. ------------------- mssa ------------------- Functional rehab New modality info. ------------------- Heat issues especially with the new heat policies in GA ------------------- CMS Conversations ------------------- advance topics I think the other trainers, especially the hs trainers could stand a lecture on heat illness, and calculation of heat index from Bud ------------------- Concussions in Adolescents ------------------- MRSA ------------------- Heat Injuries Head Injuries Internal Injuries Jobs in the Military ------------------- Concussions Reimbursement ------------------- Becoming a physician extender ------------------- ORTHO TECH WORK SHOP HOW TO BECOME CERTIFIED AND PROGRAM FOR EXAM REVIEW. I WOULD LIKE TO SEE US OFFER SOME AMERICAN HEART BLS CERTIFICATION. AXIONOMISIS ------------------- concussion ------------------- Rehabilitation topics - functional rehab ------------------- Updated functional rehab, ------------------- I would like to have the Head Strength and Conditioning from UGA or Georgia Tech to discuss weight lifting techniques for high school students. ------------------- anything on adolescent injuries (middle school aged) ------------------- How to transition from school to the real world and what crossraods will be reached in our profession- round table by ATC's with different professional areas. ------------------- case studies ------------------- NA ------------------- MRSA, GHSA lightning and heat policies ------------------- * Reimbursement * Management of employees ------------------- Most anything is interesting. ------------------- How to deal with ooaches and parents at the high shool level ------------------- Staff moral ------------------- Issues related to the Adolescent Athlete ------------------- Cold saline solution use in acute/severe neck injuries ------------------- No answer ------------------- sex ------------------- spine board demo splinting demo of various types using new products. Hands on splinting workshop.. get back to basics. ------------------- supplements/nutrition ------------------- Concussions: current guidelines SI joint injuries and best practices for eval and rehab ------------------- General Medical Concerns: Staph infection and Strep infection control amongst close quarter student-athletes in the collegiate setting. ------------------- More indepth information from the Georgia Athletic Training Licensing Board, along with a discussion of what penalties are in place for not being licensed. ------------------- Any

Comments:

<No data input> ------------------- Glad that it is back in Peachtree City ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- Unfortunately, I will be unable to attend this meeting due to family conflicts for soccer tournaments since it is Martin Luther King weekend. ------------------- Speaking on Global Assesment ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- It would be great if it also provided the opportunity to obtain the first responder certification we are required to have (10hrs) ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- no comment ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- I left question #1 blank as I have just moved into Georgia. This will be my first state conference in Georgia, however I would expect to attend most years. ------------------- Keep the clinic close to the concentration of most of the ATC's ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- Hands on is better than "nodding off" ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- Not a big fan of Peachtree City, but will attend because of the CEU requirement. Bring it back to Atlanta. ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- I would offer to present on Ergonomics if there is interest. Debbie MacLean,Coca-Cola, 404-676-2841 ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- I hope to be able to attend this year, but have to wait and see what the sports schedules look like in Jan. ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- I have most conflicts with the dates do to the basketball schedule at my school and the fact that there is only one other athletic trainer in my area besides myself. ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- REALLY LIKE THE SURVEY ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- More involvement from our programs at the universities. ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- none ------------------- I cant wait! It's always a good time!! ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- Keep in Atlanta Area ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- peaachtree city is not a very festive place for those who would like to bring their families. ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- It is very difficult to take time off during the basketball season with Friday and Saturday games. ------------------- <No data input> ------------------- I look forward to the next meeting. ------------------- none