What’s New

Experience "Cirque Ingenieux" at ACAAI Fundraiser Dinner 
You will enter the surreal conjurings of a dream filled with mystery, suspense, comedy and dance – with some of the most  amazing acrobatic presentations ever performed on stage – at the 2008 ACAAI Annual Meeting annual Fundraising Dinner in Seattle, Nov. 9. View a sneak peek of the award-winning production of Cirque Ingenieux, among the most original, inventive theatrical and acrobatic stage shows for audiences worldwide. 

2008 Online ACAAI/AAAAI Certification/Maintenance of Certification Board Review Course
The 2008 ACAAI/AAAAI Certification/Maintenance of Certification Board Review Course is an intensive literature review course that will give you the winning edge whether you are preparing for the ABAI exam, ABAI recertification or simply strengthening your skills.  Registration and forms are available here.


AMA Physician Practice Information Survey
The AMA and more than 70 other organizations are conducting a comprehensive multi-specialty survey of America's physician practices.  The survey firm will contact randomly selected physicians and practice managers to collect responses.  More information is available here.

Submit Abstracts for 2008 Annual Meeting Online    
The online abstract submission for the 2008 ACAAI Annual Meeting is now open.  Click to download the Call for Abstracts brochure or to submit an abstract.

Joint Statement on FDA Investigation of Singulair from the ACAAI and AAAAI
The Food and Drug Administration announced March 27 an investigation into a possible link between Singulair and behavior/mood changes, suicidal thoughts or suicide. Leadership from the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology released a statement in response.

Immunotherapy Practice Parameter Updated 
The practice parameter on allergen immunotherapy has been updated and is available online.  All of the practice parameters can be accessed by clicking the "Practice Parameters" nagivational link in the left-hand column on this page.

ACAAI's "Hot Topics in Allergy" broadcast on XM's ReachMD Radio 

ReachMD launched a monthly radio program in partnership with the College.  "Hot Topics in Allergy" focuses on allergic diseases, including asthma, and airs exclusively on XM's ReachMD channel (XM157) for medical professionals. The short-form program highlights articles and key studies from ACAAI’s medical journal, Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, as well interviews conducted at the 2007 ACAAI Annual Meeting in Dallas. ReachMD XM 157 offers breaking medical news, roundtable discussions, medical education and other unique programming 24 hours a day.


Allergy-Immunology Specialist Shortage Looming;
Leaders Encourage Mobilization of ACAAI Members  

There is a growing shortage of allergists-immunologists in the United States.  Without intervention, the number of allergy-immunology specialists is projected to decline by 7% over the next dozen years while demand increases by 35%. New and larger residency programs are needed in allergy-immunology to meet patient demand. A new committee report, a brochure for your patients, a PowerPoint presentation for health professionals and a letter from the ACAAI President are available online.  

 
Learn about Pay-for-Performance with Web-Based Program

Pay-for-Performance (P4P) will impact clinical services and reimbursement for allergists in the coming years.  An online, Web-based presentation has been created to give you a basic understanding of P4P, how it may change your practice, and the things that are being done by your professional societies to advocate your interests.


Allergists and Emergency Physicians Launch
Be S.A.F.E. Anaphylaxis Campaign

The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) have teamed up to create the Be S.A.F.E. anaphylaxis campaign to provide health care professionals with resources to improve the ongoing management of severe allergic reactions.


Web site now includes legislative briefs

The ACAAI Web site has a new Legislative Relations section, providing up-to-date information and briefing materials on topics such as graduate medical education, Medicare physician payment formula and pending legislation in Congress, such as the Family Asthma Act.