UMANA schedules convention for June-July in Edmonton (03/20/05)

UMANA schedules convention for June-July in Edmonton

CHICAGO - The Ukrainian Medical Association of North America (UMANA), the largest professional organization of Ukrainians in North America, will be holding its 38th Scientific Conference and 31st Assembly of Delegates in Edmonton on June 29 through July 3.

Working with UMANA Edmonton Chapter President Wayne Tymchak, M.D., UMANA is seeking to broaden its scope of membership while celebrating local culture in western Canada, giving colleagues north of the border an opportunity to experience the growing reach of UMANA. "We want to include everyone in healthcare and beyond," said UMANA's president-elect, Andrew Iwach, M.D.

UMANA plans a full agenda for the convention, based at the Chateau Louis Hotel and Conference Center. A broad panel of health professionals will give scientific sessions of interest to a range of health practitioners. Topics include public health, current research, policy and public advocacy, and general issues relating to the Orange Revolution in Ukraine. An impressive array of educational events, cultural exchanges and networking sessions will appeal to a wide range of interested public.

Edmonton has one of the largest Ukrainian populations outside of Ukraine, highlighting many cultural amenities of the Ukrainian Canadian diaspora. While attending the UMANA convention, participants and their families can enjoy the Vegreville Ukrainian Pysanka Festival, experience an authentic Yarmarok arts and crafts fair, attend UMANA's formal gala and "zabava," hear the Edmonton International Jazz Festival musicians, and partake in festivities marking the 100th anniversary of the founding of Edmonton. For the adventurous, there are the nearby Canadian Rockies, as well as the world's largest entertainment and shopping mall.

"We think there will be something for everyone," said Dr. Iwach, adding that he hopes to see not only physicians, but also members of youth groups along with the banking, education and business communities. "Our common thread is that we are Ukrainian," he noted.

"UMANA's professional paid staff and historic experience form the infrastructure offering varied opportunities for all of us. We want to get the word out: this is the beginning of a greater collaboration between Ukrainians in Canada and the United States," Dr. Iwach underscored. For further information on the conference or UMANA, readers may call (888) Rx-UMANA, or check the website www.umana.org.

Special convention rates are available to participants, who can make reservations by calling the Ukrainian family-owned Chateau Louis in Edmonton at 800-661-9843.

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