HIGHLIGHTS OF THE
2008 NATIONAL CONFERENCE
Conference Objectives
Confirmed Conference Presentors:

Luciano Kolodny, M.D.
Minneapolis, MN
Endocrinologist in Private Practice
Specializes in Endocrinology and andrology with a particular interest in patients with Klinefelter syndrome and their families
"An Overview of Klinefelter Syndrome" and "Possible Complications of Klinefelter Syndrome"

Jeannie Visootsak, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Emory University
Atlanta, GA
Asst. Professor,
Dept. of Human Genetics
Board Certified in Pediatrics and Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics
Co-author of "Klinefelter Syndnrome and Its Variants---An Update and Review for the Primary Pediatrician
"Anticipatory Guidance for an X-tra Special Boy with Klinefelter Syndrome and Its Variants"

Daniel Davis, Ph.D.
Columbus, OH
Psychologist and author whose practice includes assessment and treatment of emotional and behavioral problems in children and adolescents.
His books include, "Your Angry Child" and  "The Aggressive Adolescent".
"Understanding Behavior and Anger in XXY"

Rhoshel Lenroot, M.D.
Bethesda, MD
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Clinical Research Fellow,
National Institute of Mental Health,
Bethesda, MD
Private Practice includes children and adolescents
"Effects of Sex Chromosomes on Brain Development in XXY Individuals"

Darius A. Paduch, M.D., Ph.D.
New York, NY
Asst. Professor of Urology and Reproductive Medicine,
Brady Urologic Health Center,
Cornell Institute for Reproductive Medicine
New York, NY
Pioneered new molecular methods of diagnosing men with Klinefelter syndrome, and other genetic causes of male infertility and testosterone deficiency
"Developments in Hormonal Manipulation during Childhood and Adolescence"
"Early Management of Klinefelter Syndrome"

Nancy Lazerson, M.A., CCC-SLP
Carlsbad, CA
Speech and Language Pathologist in Private Practice who has published many articles on speech and language disorders, including those common in Klinefelter syndrome
"Pragmatics--The Rules for Appropriate Social Language

KYRIAKIE SARAFOGLOU, M.D.
Asst. Professor
Dept. of Pediatrics
Division of Genetics and Metabolism
Univ. of Minnesota Children's Hospital
Fairview, MN
Dr. Kyriakie Sarafoglou is a multi-specialist (Pediatric Endocrinology, Inborn Errors of Metabolism, and Human Genetics) who is active in patient care, clinical research, and education of medical students and pediatric residents.  She willl be speaking about intersex and gender issues. AAKSIS has repeatedly been requested to provide a Speaker at its National Conferences who is qualified to address this issue.

STEFAN AND CHRISTINE SCHWARZ
Stefan, an XXY/XY mosaic is married to Christine, the mother of a 14 y.o. XXY son who was dxed in utero. Stefan and Chris met through their participation at XXY National Conferences. Stefan is the owner of the website <klinefeltersyndrome.org>. Stefan, who is now 38 y.o., was dxed XXY/XY at age 25. Since his diagnosis, Stefan has been an activist in raising awareness about Klinefelter syndrome among educators and the general public.  Stefan and Chris will be speaking about "Navigating the Medical and Educational Systems from a Parent's Perspective". Stefan and Chris feel very strongly that this is a topic that needs to be presented by a parent who has a special needs child.
Stefan and Chris also look forward to meeting, "in person", many of the people they have met through their participation on the XXY information and support e-mail lists.
 
***(As Additional Presenter's Confirmations Are Received, Their Names Will Be Added to the above List)***
Facilitated Discussion Groups:
Tentative Conference Schedule:

Thursday, June 26, 2008
5:00 P.M. -  7:00 P.M.   Registration Desk open to check-in and pick up materials 
7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.    Informal "Let's Get Aquainted" Session
                                      Renew Friendships and Network with Others in a Relaxed Atmosphere
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Friday, June 27, 2008
7:30  A.M. -  8:15 A.M.   Registration Continues and Continental Breakfast Is Provided
8:15 A.M. -  8:30 A.M.    Introductions and Opening Remarks
8:30  A.M. - 12 Noon     Morning Sessions, including A.M. "break"
12 Noon -   1:15 P.M.    Luncheon Is Provided
1:30 P.M. - 5:30 P.M.    Afternoon Sessions, including P.M. "break"
5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.    Dinner on your own with new friends
7:30 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.    Continue to Network with Renewed Friendships and
                                      New Friends in a Relaxed Atmosphere
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Saturday, June 28, 2008
7:30 A.M.  - 8:15 A.M.     Registration Continues (for those not yet registered) and Continental Breakfast Is Provided
8:15 A.M.  - 8:30 A.M.     Announcements and Opening Remarks
8:30 A.M.  -12 Noon       Morning Sessions, including A.M. "break"
12 Noon  - 1:15 P.M.      Luncheon Provided
1:30 P.M. - 3:30 P.M.     Afternoon Sessions, including P.M. "break"
3:30 P.M.  - 5:00 P.M.    "Ask the Doctors + All Other 'Experts'  Who Presented Panel"
5:00 P.M.  - 5:30 P.M.    Closing Remarks and Conference Adjournment
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