Abstracts
All authors who submitted abstracts for presentations at Heart Rhythm 2008 were notified of their submission status by March 1.

ADA Statement
The Heart Rhythm Society supports the Americans with Disabilities Act. Anyone who needs special assistance should submit their requirements at the time of registration. The Heart Rhythm Society cannot ensure the availability of hotel and travel accommodations without prior notification of need.

Attire
Business dress is encouraged for all events at Heart Rhythm 2008. Comfortable shoes are a must! It is often difficult to control the temperature in large meeting rooms, so plan to dress in layers. Be prepared for rain in the event that forecasts call for precipitation.

Children
Due to limited seating capacity and the highly technical nature of the program, children are not invited to attend the Scientific Sessions. Under no circumstances will children under the age of 16 be allowed into the Technical Exhibit Hall. If you are interested in securing childcare during the conference, please call the concierge at your hotel for local childcare references.

Dietary Needs
If you have special dietary needs such as kosher or vegetarian, please be sure to check the appropriate box when registering. Special meals will not be available unless notification is given in advance.

Language
The official language of Heart Rhythm 2008 is English.

Late-Breaking Clinical Trials
The Heart Rhythm Society recognizes that some exciting and rapidly evolving research may not be concluded in time for the January 4 abstract submission deadline. In an effort to highlight timely and novel work at Heart Rhythm 2008, the Scientific Sessions Program Committee developed a peer-reviewed session of late-breaking trials that allows for later submission and more rapid presentation. The deadline was March 9, 2008.

Location
Most official sessions and events will be held at the Moscone Center, located at 747 Howard Street, San Francisco, California. Other functions may be held at the headquarters hotel, San Francisco Marriott, on 4th Street.

Media
Media representatives, visit the Heart Rhythm Society’s online pressroom dedicated to Scientific Sessions for registration details and the latest information. Onsite, the Press Room opens on Tuesday, May 13 at 3:00 p.m. PST in Room 238 of Moscone Center, and will be open each day during regular registration hours. Press room telephone: (415) 978-3520.
     Inquiries regarding press badges, news releases and media briefings should be directed to Ann-Marie White, Director, Communications and Public Relations at awhite@HRSonline.org.

Job Board
Listings of positions available and positions wanted will be located in the Heart Rhythm 2008 registration area in the Upper Lobby, North Building of the Moscone Center.

Special Needs
A member of the Heart Rhythm Society will contact you, if you have checked the box when registering. Wheelchair rentals are available by contacting TBA.

Video/Audio Taping Sessions
Visual reproduction of sessions, whether video or still photography, requiring flash devices, special lighting and/or bulky equipment is prohibited.

Order Heart Rhythm 2008 Highlights DVD Now and Save!
Selections from Featured Symposia, Core Curricula, Debates and Mini-Courses will be produced in DVD format for delivery in late summer. Order your DVD in advance when registering or at the meeting. Special advance order price $195 for members and $245 for nonmembers. Free shipping will be provided to registrants who order the set when registering before the Annual Scientific Sessions.

The Heart Rhythm Society records and produces audio (only) CDs and MP3 downloads of selected sessions at Heart Rhythm 2008. The CDs and MP3 downloads will be available for purchase on site at the Moscone Center. Audio and/or videotaping of the official scientific sessions by attendees or companies is strictly prohibited.

Shuttle Service
Shuttle service will be provided at all Heart Rhythm 2008 official hotels, with the exception of the Courtyard by San Francisco, Hotel Palomar, InterContinental San Francisco, Palace Hotel San Francisco, San Francisco Marriott, St. Regis Hotel San Francisco, W Hotel, and Westin Market Street, which are located within a short walking distance to the Moscone Center. Shuttle service will begin on Tuesday, May 13, and operate between 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Regularly scheduled service begins on Wednesday, May 14 through Saturday, May 17. See Heart Rhythm 2008 Hotels for additional information on properties with shuttle bus service.

Travel Agency
Globetrotter Travel Management Services, Inc., the official Heart Rhythm 2008 travel agent, can arrange your reservation on any airline at the lowest fare available at the time of booking. Globetrotter offers discounted airfares, web airfares and other special pricing, so contatc them first to do your airfare research with one call. Contact Globetrotter Travel at (800) 322-7032, press option one, and ask for group #HRS0508; or e-mail HRS@Globetrottermgmt.com; or check out their website at www.Globetrottermgmt.com/hrs. Inflight insurance is included with all airline purchases.

Note that special pricing is available should you choose to make reservations directly with American Airlines, United or Avis Rental Car:

• American Airlines – A1858AJ
• United Airlines – 577RZ
• Avis Car Rental – J947546