2008 NAMA 1.0 Info

September 21 to 27, 2008

The first Society for Inherited Metabolic Disorders North American Metabolic Academy was held on September 21 to 27, 2008, at The Airlie Center in Warrenton, Virginia.

The 2008 SIMD NAMA was well received by all participants and set the standard as an important education nexus for inherited metabolic disorders. Participants rated the academy highly:

Overall rating of the 2008 NAMA Conference:

89.7% -rated NAMA as outstanding
10.3% -rated NAMA as very good

The course provided a comprehensive overview of metabolic disorders.

90% of attendees strongly agree
10% of attendees agreed

The course improved my ability to diagnose and manage metabolic disorders.

86% of attendees strongly agree
14% of attendees agreed

The course met my objectives and expectations.

86% of attendees strongly agree
14% of attendees agreed

Comments by participants include the following:

"I just want to say that this course was ... one of the most outstanding learning experiences I have ever had."
"...Really appreciate the time energy that the faculty and sponsors put into the course. Will definitely help me to be a better diagnostician."
"...exceeded my expectations in all regards."
"Please make this an annual event."

2008 NAMA Faculty

Emil Kakkis and NAMA Course Editors