General Information
Abstracts
Access to the Session Rooms
Address and Accessibility Congress Venue
Airline Information
Bank, Exchange and Credit Cards
Certificate of Attendance
Cloakroom / Luggage
CME Accreditation
Congress Bags
Congress Hours
Daily Congress Newsletter: European Urology Today Special Edition
Delegate Tracking system
EAU Congress History Wall
EAU Central Research Office
EAU Congress Office
EAU Digital Video Library
EAU Education Office (European School of Urology)
EAU ID Card
EAU Internet Corners
EAU Goes Green
European Association of Urology Nurses (EAUN)
EAU Square
European Board of Urology (EBU)
EU-ACME Desk
Electricity
Emergency Phone Numbers
European Urology
Excursions and Barcelona Information
Exhibition
Flights
First Aid
Future Meetings Promotion
Hotel Accommodation
Hospitality Suites Companies
Insurance
Language
Lost and Found
Mobile Phones
Media Policy
Message & SMS Service
Poster Builder Service
Prayer Room
Presentation Training Centre
Press Centre
Registrations
Restaurants in Barcelona
Safety
Shuttle Buses
Smoking Policy
Taxi Service
Transportation Pass
Webcasts
WIFI
Abstracts
More than 1,200 abstracts are usually accepted for presentation during poster, oral and video sessions at the Anniversary EAU Congresses.
An abstract CD will be sent to all EAU members prior to the congress. Congress delegates can obtain a free copy of the abstract book at a special desk in the main entrance hall. Abstract books can also be purchased at the cashier desk.
The abstract CD will be distributed to all congress delegates from the Ferring booth (booth E14). All abstracts will be available online one month prior to the congress at www.uroweb.org.
Abstract CDs are supported by an unrestricted educational grant from FERRING PHARMACEUTICALS
Access to the session rooms
Seating is regulated on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend you go to the session room well in advance of the session. Due to safety regulations, the organisers will close the access to the session if all seats are taken. It is not allowed for delegates to stand in the aisles of the session rooms.
Address and Accessibility Congress Venue
The Fira Barcelona is easily accessible by public transport. The public transport system is easy to use and a very efficient way to get around the city. All congress delegates will receive a complimentary transportation pass valid for 10 rides on all public transport within the City of Barcelona during the congress.
Address:
Fira Barcelona (Fira Gran Via)
Access North (Entrada Norte) / Hall 8
c/ Foc 47
08038 Barcelona, Spain
T +34 93 233 20 00
F +34 93 233 20 16
E info@firabcn.es
W www.firabcn.es
Click here for directions to the congress centre
Metro / buses / car parking/taxi:
The nearest metro station (FGC) is Europa–Fira. EAU will provide shuttle buses between this metro station and Access North (Entrada Norte).The buses will depart from the square in front of the Access North. There will be buses every ten minutes.
Car parking is available under the hall and open from 08.00-20.00.
Please inform taxi drivers to go to the North Access (Entrada Norte), since Fira’s main entrance is the one on the south side and taxi drivers tend to drop off on that side!
Taxis will be available in the taxi rank in front of Hall 8, North Access (Entrada Norte).
Ask for fixed rates to Fira Barcelona (mention: Fira Gran Via) from either Barcelona airport or downtown Barcelona. Rates from the Barcelona airport to Fira are around 20 Euro. Rates from the Fira to downtown are around 10-15 Euro.
To book a Taxi in Barcelona we recommend you call one of the following companies that have reasonable and fixed rates.
Taxi Class: +34 93 307 07 07
Taxi Radio: +34 93 303 30 33
Taxi Barna: +34 93 357 77 55
Airline Information
EAU Barcelona 2010 has appointed the airline KLM / Air France as the official carrier. As a visitor you can benefit from a 5 or even 10% discount on a wide range of fares in economy and business class.
To benefit from these special offers, link up with www.airfranceklm-globalmeetings.com and quote the Identifier Code: 0913S
Bank, Exchange and Credit Cards
The national currency in Spain is the Euro (EUR). An ATM machine is available in the main entrance hall. The nearest bank to the congress venue is:
Banco Santander
Centro Comercial Gran Via (in the shopping centre located behind the EAU congress halls)
Vestibulo, 75
T +34 93 259 19 09
Banks are normally open Monday to Friday from 08.30-14.15 hrs. and closed on Saturdays and Sundays. ATMs are widely available. All major credit cards are widely accepted in Spain and ATMs accept most international cards. Please be aware that smaller businesses may not accept credit card payments and you are advised to check prior to purchase. Service is included in the bill in bars and restaurants, but tips are welcome. Travellers’ cheques are best exchanged at an exchange office (“Cambio” or “Exchange”) as they are not accepted as payment in shops, restaurants and hotels.
Certificate of Attendance
A Certificate of Attendance for the 25th Anniversary EAU Congress can be printed in the registration area during the last two days of the congress or afterwards online with your registration number (under barcode on the badge) or EAU ID card number. A list of CME accreditation points granted by various national urological societies and the European Board of Urology will be available in the programme book.
Cloakroom / Luggage
The cloakroom is located in the foyer on the first floor and open during congress hours. Please be sure to collect all personal belongings at the end of the day.
CME Accreditation
The 25th Anniversary EAU Congress is accredited by the European Board of Urology for 24 hours of European CME credits in compliance with the UEMS/EACCME regulations – 1 European CME credit per 1 hour with a maximum of 6 European CME credits per day. The EBU works according to the quality standards of the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME).
Both the EBU and the EACCME are the institutions of the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS), www.uems.net
All CME events accredited by the EBU have the EACCME endorsement.
The EBU/EACCME CME Credits are recognized by National Accreditation Authorities.
Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity. Please scan your EAU ID card when entering the sessions!
All Certificates of Attendance (attendance certificates and ESU course certificates) for the 25th Anniversary EAU Congress can either be printed in the registration area during the last two days of the congress or online at www.eaubarcelona2010.org. To print your Certificate of Attendance online, you need your EAU ID card number. You can print your Certificates of Attendance at any time as this online service is permanently available.
Please click here for more information on the CME accrediation for the 25th Anniversary Congress
Congress Bag
Each delegate can collect a congress bag which includes a programme book.
The congress bags are sponsored by ASTELLAS
Congress Hours
Daily Congress Newsletter: European Urology Today Special
Special daily congress newsletters are available on Saturday 17, Sunday 18 and Monday 19 April. The newsletters cover on-site news, congress session information and background information on a variety of subjects. The newsletters will also be available online at www.eaubarcelona2010.org after the congress.
Delegate tracking system
Congress delegates will receive an EAU ID card which will act as an electronic business card, enabling visitors to leave their contact details with exhibitors in a quick and easy way. Paper badges do not have this function and should be exchanged for an EAU ID card.
EAU Congress History Wall
As homage to the Anniversary Congress, the EAU has created the Congress History Wall, an audio-visual collage of photographs, texts and film footage that trace the early years of the annual congress and some highlights in the EAU Congress history. Consisting of 26 wall panels, the Congress History Wall captures the changes and milestones in European urology. Visit the EAU Congress History Wall (located between the Paris and Barcelona Rooms) and reflect on the events, achievements, challenges and urological issues debated nearly three decades ago or gain insights into the visions and goals of pioneering leaders in European urology.
EAU Central Research Office
The EAU Central Research Office initiates and coordinates, as well as refines investigator initiated and other clinical research protocols. It also acts to facilitate all aspects of clinical research and expand the current network of active research centres and investigators - basic and clinical - both within the EAU member states and its international affiliates. The office coordinates clinical and translational research in close liaison with the Basic Research Committee of the EAU Research Foundation. The EAU Central Research Office can be visited at the EAU Square (booth B20) in the exhibition area.
Managing Directors | Jacqueline Roelofswaard | |
Maurice Schlief | ||
Congress Manager | Patricia de Bont | |
Exhibition Manager | Henriet Wieringa |
Congress Consultants B.V.
PO Box 30016
6803 AA Arnhem
The Netherlands
T +31 (0)26 389 17 51
F +31 (0)26 389 17 52
E info@congressconsultants.com
W www.eaubarcelona2010.org
EAU Digital Video Library
The EAU digital video library will be operational during exhibition hours in the exhibition area. A wide choice of EAU videos, including all videos presented in Barcelona and previous EAU Congresses, can be viewed on request on individual monitors. All videos can be copied to DVD, a service that is provided free of charge for all congress delegates.
Supported by an unrestricted educational grant from ASTELLAS
EAU Education Office (European School of Urology)
The European School of Urology (ESU), working with European faculties, aims to provide high quality international educational courses in urology. The ESU will have a special booth with extensive information on the activities of the European School of Urology. Registration for the courses can be made at the ESU Registration Desks in the registration area. All congress delegates can collect an ESU Course CD at the booth of sanofi-aventis (booth J07).
ESU is not responsible for any unavoidable last minute changes and will do their utmost to maintain the current programme.
ESU Course DCs are supported by an unrestricted educational grant from SANOFI-AVENTIS
Fees ESU Courses, ESUT Hands-on Training Courses, Interactive Virtual Training Courses (for congress registered delegates only)
2hrs | 3hrs | |
EAU members | € 32,10 | €48,15 |
Non-EAU members | € 48,15 | €69,55 |
Special offer This year ESU offers a special discount on the ESU Course and Interactive Virtual Training fees for all residents (member and non-members of the EAU). The course fee is € 20,- for all ESU Courses (2 and 3 hour courses), and Interactive Virtual Trainings. Residents receive a maximum of one free ESU Course/Interactive Virtual Training per person. This is only applicable if you have already booked and paid for one or more ESU Courses/Interactive Virtual Trainings. This free ESU Course/Interactive Virtual Training can only be booked onsite and is subject to availability. There are only 10 free places per ESU Course/Interactive Virtual Training available. It is strongly recommended that you register online to ensure your place on your preferred ESU Course/Interactive Virtual Training.
EAU Goes Green
After the initial launch of green initiatives in 2009, when the EAU drastically reduced its printed announcements and shifted to more on-line publications, this year’s Anniversary Congress initiated follow-up activities such as the use of environment-friendly materials in promotional pencils, pens and paper. Another example is the new and more interactive EAU website which provides easier access to on-line information, and similar to last year’s initiative, a bigger reduction was made on the printing of abstract books. Abstracts are available on CD and on-line at www.eaubarcelona2010.org.
Another project adopted by the EAU is the ‘green mail,’ an environment-friendly programme of TNT Post. Congress delegates are also provided with a transport pass allowing free travel on Barcelona's public transport network, helping reduce CO2 emission by taxis. Not only speed and logistical convenience are built-in benefits in these schemes, but they greatly reduce costs and the dependency on products and materials that degrade the environment.
EAU ID Card
The EAU ID Card functions as an entrance badge for all EAU Congresses and Meetings and replaces the paper congress badge. The EAU ID enables: quick on-site registration, automatic registration of EU-ACME credit points and easy printing of certificates of attendance. Please do not forget to bring your EAU ID Card to Barcelona!
Attendees are expected to wear their EAU ID Card visible at all times. A fixed price of 15, - Euro will be charged for the replacement of a lost ID Card.
EAU Internet Corner
The EAU Internet Corners, in the exhibition area, are at your disposal at different locations.
Supported by an unrestricted educational grant from ASTELLAS
European Association of Urology Nurses (EAUN)
The 11th International Meeting of the European Association of Urology Nurses (EAUN) is a 3-day scientific meeting that will be held in conjunction with the 25th Anniversary EAU Congress from 17-19 April in support of their goal to continually upgrade the nursing skills of urology nurses. Scheduled are for example abstract and learning sessions as well as hands-on-training sessions and expert nurses and urologists will give lectures, workshops and courses. See page 361 for the extensive EAUN programme.
EAU Square
The EAU Square (booth B20) in the exhibition area consists of the EAU Membership Booth, EBU Corner, ESRU Corner, EAU Vienna 2011 Promotion Counter, Clinical Research Office, Uroweb work station and the EAU Historical Exhibition.
There is also information on European Urology and other EAU publications. The EAU Membership Booth provides information on membership status and membership benefits. Non-members are welcome to visit the EAU Square for further information and to apply for EAU membership.
European Board of Urology (EBU)
The European Board of Urology (EBU) operates as an independent section of the UEMS (European Union of Medical Specialists) charged with regulatory matters.
Visit the EBU Corner at the EAU Square (booth B20) in the exhibition area to obtain more information on EBU’s core activities:
• European Board Examinations in Urology (FEBU)
• In-Service Assessment
• Accreditation of Continuing Medical Education & Professional Development (CME & CPD)
• Certification of Sub-Specialty Centres and Residency Training Programmes in Urology
EU-ACME Desk
Information on the EU-ACME programme, CME/CPD credit points, membership status & benefits, accredited CME activities and national CME credits systems can be obtained at the EU-ACME Desk in the registration area. For more information see page 385.
Electricity
The electricity in Spain runs on 230 volts and the frequency is 50 Hz. Plugs have two round pins. A plug adaptor will be required if incompatible electronic devices are used.
Emergency Phone Numbers
In case of emergency call 112 for police, fire brigade and ambulance service. In case of an emergency in the congress venue contact a security guard immediately.
European Urology
European Urology, the official journal of the EAU, has been a respected urological forum for over 20 years and is currently read by more than 10,000 urologists across the globe. With an impact factor of 6,512 the Platinum Journal has become the leading scientific publication in the field of urology. To keep up with the rapidly evolving world of medicine, technology and surgical techniques, European Urology is constantly updating and innovating its features and layout in order to provide the best clinical guidance, research and education for urologists across Europe and the world. Come see European Urology for yourself - visit either the European Urology (booth K02) or the EAU Square (booth B20) in the exhibition area.
Excursions and Barcelona Information
Information on Barcelona and excursions will be available at the Excursion and Barcelona Information Desk in the registration area.
Exhibition
An extensive technical exhibition will be held jointly with the congress. The exhibition is open to technical equipment manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies and scientific publishers. The official opening will take place on Saturday, 17 April at 09.00 hrs.
Exhibition Hours
Saturday, 17 April 09.00-18.00 hrs
Sunday, 18 April 09.00-18.00 hrs
Monday, 19 April 09.00-18.00 hrs
Flights
See Airline Information
First Aid
There is a medical unit present for first aid in Hall 3 (accessible via foyer of level 1). In case of emergency contact a security guard immediately.
Future Meetings Promotion
Posters and other information on future meetings can be displayed in the “Future Meetings Area” located in the foyer on level 1. It is strictly forbidden to put up promotional material at any other location in the building.
Hotel Accommodation
The EAU has contracted the company Viajes Iberia Congresos to deal with the housing for the congress participants. Their staff will be available at the Hotel Desk in the registration area.
Hospitality Suites Companies
ASTELLAS - Level 1, exhibition hall; rooms HS-H and HS-JASTRAZENECA - Level 1, exhibition hall; room HS-ACOOK MEDICAL - Level 1, exhibition hall; room HS-GEAURF - Level 1, exhibition hall; room HS-CFERRING - Level 1, exhibition hall; room HS-I
Insurance
The organisers do not accept responsibility for any personal damage. Participants are strongly recommended to arrange their own personal insurance.
Language
All presentations during the congress will be conducted in English, the official language of the EAU. There will be no translation provided.
Lost and Found
Found items should be returned to the Information Desk in the main entrance hall. If you lose something, please report to this desk for assistance.
Mobile Phones
Mobile phones must be switched off during all sessions.
Media Policy
Photography, filming and interviews during the congress (with the exception of the EAU Press Centre and EAU Press Conference Room) are prohibited without written permission from the EAU Communication Officer Ms. Lindy Brouwer (l.brouwer@uroweb.org).
Message & SMS Service
A Message and SMS Service is available at the congress website: www.eaubarcelona2010.org.
You can use the congress website to retrieve your messages and to send messages to other congress delegates.
Poster Builder Service
Poster presenters who created their posters for the 25th Anniversary EAU Congress through the EAU Online Poster Builder Service, can collect their posters at the Speaker Service Centre in the main entrance hall.
Prayer Room
A special room dedicated to prayer is located on level 1 next to the Press Centre.
Presentation Training Centre
Mr. Casella (Iowa, USA) gives Individual Presentation Skills Training Sessions to help improve presentation and delivery skills. The one-on-one half hour sessions are free of charge and available to all speakers. Please go to the Speaker Service Centre to make an appointment for this very popular training session.
Supported by an unrestricted educational grant from ASTRAZENECA
Press Centre
Journalists and medical/science writers can obtain free registration to the Congress. Journalists will receive a copy of the press pack, to be picked up at the EAU Press Centre. All press are invited to report to the EAU Press Centre, to obtain the assistance and information they require. Internet access, printer and photocopier are provided.
Restaurants
Turisme de Barcelona is pleased to provide a restaurant booking service for individuals and groups, offering a wide variety of cuisines at more than 155 restaurants. To place your restaurant booking visit: www.barcelonaturisme.com/restaurants or go to the Barcelona Information Desk in the registration area.
In Barcelona you can eat at the open-air seafront terraces, in the sun, nearly all year round. And you can always sample some tapas: small portions which give you the chance to taste typical Spanish dishes. The Mediterranean diet originated here, by the sea, among the olives groves, vines and wheat fields. Olive oil, wine and bread, combined with vegetables, fish, meat and fruit, created a well-balanced, rich and healthy cuisine. A cuisine appreciated today throughout the world, which has been prepared here for thousands of years, and is renewed daily, with fresh ingredients and creative genius.
Safety
All bags may be subject to inspection. Security is present for your safety. Please take all personal effects with you when leaving a session room.
Shuttle Buses
Shuttle buses will run from the nearest Metro station: Europa-Fira to the main congress entrance during congress hours.
Bus shuttle service
Thursday 15 April 07.45 - 20.15
Friday 16 April 07.00 - 21.30
Saturday 17 April 06.45 - 20.15
Sunday 18 April 06.45 - 20.00
Monday 19 April 06.45 - 20.00
Tuesday 20 April 07.00 - 13.00
Smoking Policy
Smoking is prohibited inside the congress centre and in the exhibition area.
Taxi
ServiceTaxis will be available in the taxi rank in front of Hall 8, North Access (Entrada Norte).Ask for fixed rates to Fira Barcelona (mention: Fira Gran Via). Rates from the airport to Fira are around 20 Euro. Rates from the Fira to downtown are around 10-15 Euro.To book a Taxi in Barcelona we recommend you to call one of the following companies that have reasonable and fixed rates.Taxi Class: +34 93 307 07 07 Taxi Radio: +34 93 303 30 33 Taxi Barna: +34 93 357 77 55
Transportation Pass
Congress delegates may collect a transportation pass in the registration area, which is valid on all public transport within the City of Barcelona during the congress days.
Delegates are kindly requested to return unused passes to the special boxes which are located in the registration area. They will be donated to a local charity.
Webcasts
Many sessions will be webcasted via www.eaubarcelona2010.org. The webcasted sessions are indicated with the special logo in the synopsis and will be online within several hours after the session. The webcasts have not been edited and are exactly as presented. The statements and the opinions featured in the webcasts are solely those of the individual presenters and not of the European Association of Urology (EAU).
WIFI
Free wireless internet will be available within the indicated areas the Fira Barcelona during the congress.