AMERSA’s 33rd National Conference - November 5-7, 2009

We invite you to celebrate our 33rd anniversary at the DoubleTree Hotel in Bethesda, MD on November 5-7, 2009. 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.

Conference Site

The DoubleTree Bethesda Hotel is situated in the heart of the bustling corporate, entertainment, shopping, and restaurant district of this distinctive Washington DC suburb, just northwest of the District line. Trendy, intimate, and friendly, Bethesda is one of the metropolitan area's most popular tourist spots. It's easy to explore by foot or using the Bethesda Circulator (a free trolley) near the hotel. Discover marvelous restaurants, theaters, art galleries, and shopping. Catch a Baltimore Symphony Orchestra concert, a contemporary jazz artist, or world music performance at Strathmore. Experience off-Broadway fun at The Bethesda Theatre - a restored art deco playhouse, or the groundbreaking plays of Round House Theatre - one of D.C.'s most acclaimed professional theater companies. Take advantage of convenient Metrorail transportation, located within minutes of our hotel – which puts popular DC attractions such as The White House, Smithsonian, and The Capitol within easy reach. Whether you’re looking to enjoy the classic sights of the Nation’s capitol, or visit the National Institutes of Health and Bethesda Naval Medical Center, or countless businesses along the I-270 Technology Corridor, you’ll find it all just a short distance away (21 miles from Airport, 2 miles from Beltway, 4 blocks from Metro).

All DoubleTree rooms offer complimentary high-speed Internet access (both wired and wireless), complimentary USA Today, 32” flat panel TVs, Wolfgang Puck coffee maker, executive desk with two-line telephone and speakerphone, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, and in-room safe. Guests will appreciate the hotel’s facilities such as the health club, business center, roof top outdoor pool, along with several bars, restaurants, and even Starbucks Coffee shop!

DoubleTree Bethesda Hotel
8120 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814

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 DoubleTree at 1-800-222-8733. 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 5th. 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.