CHERUBS - The Association of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Research Awareness and Support
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Non-profit organization raising global CDH awareness, supporting all babies & families affected by CDH and
promoting
research into the causes, prevention & best treatments of CDH since 1995.
CHERUBS - The Association of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Research Awareness and Support
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CHERUBS - The Association of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Research, Awareness and Support



CHERUBS - The Association of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Research, Awareness and Support

CHERUBS Annual Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Conference

CDH Survivor Landon Kelly.  Photo by Shana Kelly.

CHERUBS 2011 International CDH Conference

June 23 - 26, 2011
Orlando, Florida






CHERUBS 2011 CDH Conference will be held June 23 - 26, 2011 in Orlando, Florida!


Our conferences are designed for families of CDH survivors, grieving CDH families, adult survivors and CDH researchers!  


Since our first conference in 2000, CHERUBS is proud to work with the world's best CDH hospitals and researchers to bring the families and the medical world together.   Our 2009 conference bought together 8 CDH groups and families from 4 countries!  

Members who have attended our conferences will tell you that they learned so much more about CDH, made new friends and gained a lot of support.

  • June 23, 2011 - Pizza Party (evening)
  • June 24, 2011 - CDH Research Day
  • June 25 - CDH Support Day
  • June 26 - CDH Awareness Day

2011 Conference Guest Speakers:



Because our conferences are confidential to maintain privacy and allow parents to talk freely about their journeys with CDH, we only allow members of CHERUBS to attend.  This is also to keep our members safe and medical information private.   All CDH parents are invited to join CHERUBS for free by registering at our site at http://www.cdhsupport.org

* CHERUBS never charges families a conference fee
* 3 half-days so you have time to see local attractions
* Pizza party and parade of cherubs
* World reknown guest speakers
* Great round-table discussions for families of survivors and angels
* Participate in CDH Research
* Meet other CDH families
* Hotel rooms are always affordable ($65 a night + tax) and come with fridges and microwaves
* Kids are always welcome!
* Special needs families often qualify for grants to attend (check with your social worker)
* Our conference is in ORLANDO!  Near Disney, Sea World and Universal Studios.  A wonderful family vacation!!!!


About Our CDH Conference:


  • Expect to learn a lot about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia! 
  • Our guestspeakers are always the best in their fields, bringing us new information every year!
  • ALL CDH families are welcome to attend!  This includes families of survivors, grieving families and expectant families.
  • Our conferences include family introductions, round-table discussions, research guest lectures, Q&A sessions and much more!
  • Each conference runs for 3 half-days; CDH Research Day, CDH Awareness Day and CDH Support Day.
  • CHERUBS conferences are planned to be educational, supportive and affordable!
  • Our conference hotels always offer rooms under $100 per night, breakfasts and parking. 
  • Meet new friends, see old friends and participate in research for various hospitals. 
  • Our conferences are always half days so that families can enjoy local tourist attractions.
  • Children are welcome and babysitting services will be provided during conference hours. 
  • Our conferences are held near top rated hospitals for safety.
  • Many other ACDHO members also attend.
  • We take photos, we videotape intros and lectures but we ALWAYS respect member confidentiality and privacy!
  • Join in our new Parade of Cherubs at every conference!
  • Join in our balloon releases at every conference!
  • We have a pizza party on the first night of every conference.
  • Kid's get a chance to learn the CDH kids song and perform on the last day of the conference.
  • CHERUBS does not charge a conference fee.
  • For safety and privacy of our members, you MUST be a member of CHERUBS to attend.  You may register for free at http://www.cdhsupport.org/members
  • Many families of survivors are eligible for grants to cover travel expenses to medical conferences.  Ask your child's social worker for more information.



2010 Conference






Our 2010 Conference in Orlando, FL

Location:   Orlando, FL

Guest Speakers: 
Special Events:
  • 1st Annual CDH Balloon Release
  • 1st Annual March of the Cherubs
  • CDH Research Day, CDH Awareness Day and CDH Support Day
  • Introduced at the APSNA Conference
Click here to download brochure.
Click here to view lecture videos.




2009 Conference

Our 2009 Conference in San Antonio, TX


Location:   San Antonio, TX

Guest Speakers: 
Special Guests:  
  • Kevin and Brenda Lane - CHERUBS UK
  • Julian and Danielle Kessner - CHERUBS Australia
  • Kimberly Richards - The Olivia Raine Foundation
  • Tim and Michelle Brown - Little Lambs
Special Events:  
  • Unveiling of the CDH Song, "I'll Never Let You Go" by The Jammies
  • 1st Performance of the Kid's CDH Song
Click here to download brochure.
Click here to view lecture videos.




2008 Conference





Our 2008 Conference in Durham, NC

Location:   Durham, NC

Guest Speakers: 
  • Meaghan Russell, MPH and Mauro Longoni - Mass General Genetic CDH Study Program
  • Priscilla Chiu, MD - Sick Children's, Toronto, Canada
  • Brenda Slavin, RN - Children's National Medical Center, Washington DC
Special Events:  

Click here to download brochure.
Click here to view lecture videos.




More Past Event Speakers

Jay M. Wilson, MD - Harvard University / Boston Children’s Hospital

Michael R. Harrison, MD - University of California at San Francisco Fetal Treatment Center

David Kays, MD - University of Florida at Gainesville / SHANDS

Ruben Quintero, MD - Fetal Treatment Program




CHERUBS 2000 CDH Conference






 









 


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