PCRS 2023 Annual Meeting Schedule
The PCRS Annual Meeting provides an outstanding forum for the exchange of information and the advancement of the ideologies of reproductive medicine in a relaxed and collegial setting.
Session topics have been carefully selected to bring you the highest quality, innovative CME, designed and presented by thought leaders in reproductive medicine.
Be sure to review the full event schedule and then mark your calendar for a meeting you won't want to miss.
 Global Education Group
REGISTRATION HOURS
The registration desk is located in the lobby of the Esmeralda Ballroom.
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| Wednesday, March 22 |
10:00 AM - 6:30 PM |
| Thursday, March 23 |
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Friday, March 24 |
6:45 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday, March 25 |
7:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Sunday, March 26 |
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
 = CME Credits Available
WEDNESDAY SESSIONS | MARCH 22
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| Time (PT) |
Session Title |
| 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM |
Fellows Lunch
Sponsored by EMD Serono
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| 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM |
When IVF is not Successful, How do you Give Bad News?
Dr. Andrea Braverman |
| 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM |
How to Organize a Business/Contract Negotiation
Dr. Eric Widra |
| 2:15 PM – 2:45 PM |
Break |
| 2:45 PM – 3:30 PM |
How to Work with your Embryologists
Dr. Joseph Conaghan |
| 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM |
What does SART do for You
Dr. Paul Lin |
| 4:15 PM – 5:00 PM |
Male Factor and Treatment 101
Dr. Paul Turek |
| 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
Board of Directors Meeting
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| 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
Fellows Cocktail Reception
Sponsored by Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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| 7:15 PM – 9:00 PM |
Fellows Dinner
Sponsored by Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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THURSDAY SESSIONS | MARCH 23
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| Time (PT) |
Session Title |
| 7:00 AM – 7:50 AM |
Breakfast |
| 7:50 AM – 8:00 AM |
President's Welcome |
| 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM |
Implications of Roe v. Wade Reversal for IVF
Susan Crockin, JD
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| 8:45 AM – 9:30 AM |
How to Train/Recruit Personnel, Projections of Personnel Need in the Future
Dr. Eric Widra |
| 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM |
Morning Break in Exhibit Hall |
| 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM |
Oral Presentation of Abstracts 1–5 |
| 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM |
Lunch - Exhibit Hall |
| 12:15 PM – 1:00 PM |
Immunology and Infertility
Dr. Zev Williams |
| 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM |
Infertility and Sexual Function: Issues and Solutions
Dr. Andrea Braverman
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| 1:45 PM – 2:30 PM |
Fertility Related Genti-Pelvic Penetration Disorders: Clinical Pearls of Pelvic Floor Exam and Physical Therapy Treatments
Ms. Kathe Wallace, PT
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| 2:30 PM – 2:45 PM |
Afternoon Break in the Exhibit Hall |
| 2:45 PM – 3:45 PM |
Roe v. Wade Reversal Q&A session
Sean Tipton, Susan Crocken, Gloria Richard-Davis, Marcelle Cedars |
| 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM |
Product Theater
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| 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM |
Fellows Dinner
Sponsored by Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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| 5:15 PM – 6:00 PM |
IVF Lab Professional Reception
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| 5:15 PM – 6:00 PM |
Nurses/Genetic Counselors Reception
Sponsored by Mandell's Pharmacy |
| 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
Welcome Reception
Sponsored by PCRS
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| 6:45 PM – 9:00 PM |
Faculty/Board of Directors/Past Presidents Dinner
Sponsored by Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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SATURDAY SESSIONS | MARCH 25
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| Time (PT) |
Session Title |
| 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM |
Breakfast |
| 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM |
Ranking System for Mosaic Embryos
Dr. Manuel Viotti
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| 8:45 AM – 9:30 AM |
How is Female Infertility a Biomarker of Health?
Dr. Marcelle Cedars
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| 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM |
Advances in IVM
Dr. David Albertini
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| 10:15 AM – 11:00 AM |
Morning Break in Exhibit Hall |
| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM |
Concurrent Sessions |
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Genetics Sessions
Manifesting Heterozygotes: Complications for Interpreting Expanded Carrier Screening Results in our Patient and Donor Populations.
Ms. Andria Besser
Established and Emerging Information on Outcomes from Non-Euploid Embryo Transfer
Dr. Alyssa Snider
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Lab Sessions
Entrepreneurship in Embryology
Dr. Barry Behr
Efficiency in the IVF Lab – Doing More with Less
Dr. Liesl Nel-Themaat
Cryostorage Solutions – Troubleshooting and Simplifying Processes
Dr. Abeer Salhia
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RN/APP Sessions
Introduction and Knobology
Lauren Nervi, NP
GYN and Other Pathology
Hayley Rapp, NP
Early Pregnancy Management
Tamara Tobias, NP
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| 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
Family Fun and Pool
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| 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM |
President's Reception
Sponsored by EMD Serono
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| 6:45 PM – 9:00 PM |
Awards Dinner
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SUNDAY SESSION | MARCH 26
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| Time (PT) |
Session Title |
| 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM |
Sunday Brunch Program
COVID, How do we do Better with Other Pandemics, Monkeypox
Dr. Ciprian Gheorghe
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Preliminary Schedule
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| PLEASE NOTE: All registered attendees and guests MUST wear a badge throughout the entire event. NO persons without a proper attendee or guest badge will be admitted to sessions, socials, or special events. |
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Wednesday, March 22
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Fellow's Day
Adult Guest Pass Available*
A dynamic day geared toward the reproductive professional in training for fellows, residents, and/or medical students.
*Fellows social events are reserved for fellows, only. Fellows may purchase a guest pass to bring one adult guest with them to fellows events.
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Thursday, March 23
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PCRS Welcome Reception
Adult & Child Guest Passes are Available
All registered attendees, guests, and members of industry are invited to join this festive event, held on the Rose Lawn.
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Friday, March 24
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Poster Session/Reception
Adult & Child Guest Passes are Available
An evening reception featuring the presentation of selected outstanding scientific posters. Held in the exhibit hall, all registered attendees, guests, and members of the industry are welcome.
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Fellows' Late Night
Adult Guest Pass Available*
Beer, wine, and treats – a casual get-together for PCRS attendee fellows, residents, and students of all kinds.
*Fellows social events are reserved for fellows, only. Fellows may purchase a guest pass to bring one adult guest with them to fellows event.
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Saturday, March 25
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Poolside R&R — Family-Friendly!
Adult & Child Guest Passes Available
The perfect chance to unwind poolside with a refreshing beverage in hand while you network and get to know your colleagues.
Awards Dinner
Adult & Child Guest Passes Available
The Awards Dinner will take place on the Rose Lawn.
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Sunday, March 26
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Farewell Brunch Program
Adult & Child Guest Passes Available
Say "see you later" to your new friends and colleagues, but not before you enjoy a delicious brunch.
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