The Combined Sections Meeting (CSM) focuses on programming designed by all 18 of APTA's specialty sections.
CSM 2013 will bring together more than 9,000 physical therapy professionals from around the nation for several stimulating days of exceptional programming, networking opportunities, and an exhibit hall filled with products and services in San Diego. Here's an overview:
A Simpler Schedule
Sessions will begin and end at the same time each day to allow for better session planning. There will be ample time between each session block for attendees to arrive at their next scheduled session.
Sunday, January 20, and Monday, January 21 (preconference courses)
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Tuesday, January 22 through Thursday, January 24 (education sessions)
8:00 am – 10:00 am
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
CSM programming will occur at both the Hilton Bayfront and the San Diego Convention Center.
All APTA sponsored evening activities will take place at the
San Diego Hilton Bayfront,
Hilton
San Diego Gaslamp, Marriott
Marquis and Marina and Omni San Diego.
CEU Information
Your attendance is equivalent to 2.2 CEUs (22 contact hours/CCUs). The number of CEUs awarded for each session will be listed in the onsite program. Learn more.
Exhibit Hall
The CSM Exhibit Hall will feature more than 400 companies showcasing the latest and greatest in products and services available to physical therapy professionals.
Exhibit Hall Hours
The Exhibit Hall hours at CSM 2013 will provide attendees with opportunities to view posters and to learn more about the products, services, and technology that can enhance their practice. The hours are:
Tuesday, January 22, and Wednesday, January 23
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Thursday, January 24
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Accessibility Information
APTA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Accessibility Information (.pdf)
App and Social Media
Put programming in the palm of your hand with the CSM 2013 app for iPhone and Droid.
Connect with other colleagues (and potentially win prizes) by tweeting your experience using the #CSM2013 hashtag.
Students
Students make the most of your CSM 2013 experience with the Student's Guide to CSM (.pdf).