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SURGE WEST-96 Meeting Concludes
The 96th Annual Meeting, the first ever Western Section meeting held in a virtual environment, concluded on October 29, 2020. Total attendance was 680 with 477 physicians and advance practice providers participating. Using the Whova meeting app and Zoom for the presentations proved to be an effective combination although it could not replace the beauty,…
Read MoreMaui or not, here we come! A virtual meeting is in the works.
Dear Members and Colleagues: The Program Committee convened recently and decided to plan for an all virtual meeting by default. Given all the unknowns, this will ensure that we are prepared to showcase a great meeting no matter what the physical scenario. This way those who wish to travel to Maui can still attend the…
Read MoreContributions in Memory of Frank J. DeSantis, CAE
We graciously acknowledge contributions to the Resident’s Scholarship Fund made in memory of our Executive Director, Frank J. DeSantis, CAE who passed on April 25, 2020. Ralph Clayman, MD Seth Cohen, MD Robert P. Gibbons, MD Gamal Ghoniem, MD Irene McAleer, MD Leigh R. Platte, RN Michael W. Keun Poon, MD Eugene Y. Rhee, MD…
Read MoreCongratulations to Scott Swanson, MD – AUA President 2020-21
The WSAUA is proud to announce its 2007 Past President, Scott Swanson (AZ), is now the AUA President as of May 2020. Congratulations, Dr Swanson! The Western Section AUA wishes you great success during your term. https://www.auanet.org/about-us/aua-governance/board-of-directors
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In Memoriam –
Frank J. DeSantis, CAE
We are saddened to announce the passing of Frank J. DeSantis, CAE, Executive Director of the WSAUA for 53 years and Executive Director Emeritus for 2 years. Recently, Frank had been experiencing challenges with breathing and congestive heart failure. Frank made his transition on Saturday morning, April 25, 2020 at the age of 87. Some…
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