35th National Conference
November 3-5, 2011
Sheraton Crystal City Hotel
Arlington, VA

AMERSA’s 35th National Conference - November 3-5, 2011
We invite you to celebrate our 35th anniversary at the Sheraton Crystal City Hotel in Arlington, VA on November 3-5, 2011. The conference is notable for its in-depth focus on substance abuse education and the high quality of its workshops and presentations. The objectives of the AMERSA National Conference are to bring together researchers and health professional educators to learn about scientific advances and exemplary teaching approaches. AMERSA’s membership consists of a multidisciplinary audience, comprised of physicians, nurses, social workers, dentists, psychologists, public health practitioners, substance abuse specialists, physician assistants, and allied health professionals.

Hotel Information:
Located just minutes from Washington D.C., the Sheraton Crystal City Hotel offers friendly service and a warm, comfortable atmosphere.

Adjacent to the Crystal City Metro Station, the entire Washington D.C. metropolitan area is at your disposal, with the Smithsonian Museum, Holocaust Museum, National Zoo, and the national monuments just a metro ride away. We are pleased to offer complimentary airport shuttle to and from Ronald Reagan National Airport, which is just one mile away.

217 well-appointed guest rooms offer modern amenities and a cozy setting for you to experience the celebrated "ahhhhh" of The Sheraton Sweet Sleeper™ Bed. After a full day of traveling, sightseeing, or working, recharge at our fitness center, complete with breathtaking views of the skyline.

Whether it’s an intimate meeting for two or a conference for 500, our 16,000 square feet of flexible meeting space featuring the latest audiovisual technology will provide a unique and personal experience to suit your needs.

Registration and Accommodations
A special rate of $179 per night for single or double occupancy is being offered. Reservations can be made by calling the Sheraton at 1-888-627-8209.. When making your reservations, indicate that you would like to reserve a room in the AMERSA block. A one night’s deposit is required with your room reservation. Check in time is 3 pm and check out time is noon. The deadline for hotel reservations is October 8th. After that time reservations will be accepted on a space and rate available basis. The hotel facilities, its guest rooms, common areas and its transportation services are in compliance with the public accommodation requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Important Items:
Abstract Submissions:               Now open - Submit online – closed for 2011
Workshops submissions:           Now open - Submit online – closed for 2011
Conference Travel Awards:      Apply on-line!  closed for 2011
Conference at a Glance:           Click here
Exhibitor Registration:               Now open! Register online.
2011 On-Line Conference Registration

2011 Registration Fees:

Click here to view the Prior year – 2010 Conference Program
Click here to download the Plenary Prior year – 2010 Conference Presentations