www.aons.asia

Announcement

AONS 2015 Conference
Flying the Spirit of

Asian Oncology Nursing
November 19-21, 2015
Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea

Hosted by
Asian Oncology Nursing Society
Organized by
Korean Oncology Nursing Society

AONS 2015 Conference
Flying the Spirit of

Asian Oncology Nursing

TABLE OF CONTENTSAONS 2015 Conference

04 :: Invitation
05 :: AONS Executive Board / Organizing Committee
06 :: Overview / Important Dates
07 :: Program at a Glance
08 :: Scientific Program
10 :: Call for Abstracts / Registration
12 :: Accommodation / Venue
13 :: Transportation
14 :: About Seoul, Korea

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Invitation
Dear Colleagues and Friends,
On behalf of the organizing committee, it is our great honor and pleasure to invite you to Asian Oncology
Nursing Society (AONS) 2015 Conference which will be held from November 19 to 21, 2015 in Seoul,
Korea.
The AONS was established in 2013 with a mission to contribute to cancer nursing. Our vision is thatcancer patients in Asia will receive the best care from nurses who are well prepared in providing highquality and science-based care. Oncology nursing in Asia became more important due to the increasing
number of new cancer cases and cancer deaths. About one-half of all new cancer cases and all cancer
deaths respectively occur in Asian region (International Agency for Research on Cancer, 2012).
We are very honored to hold the 2nd AONS Conference in Korea after a great success in the 1st AONS
Conference in Thailand, 2013.
Under the theme of “Flying the spirit of Asian Oncology Nursing” a wide range of scientific programs
and social activities will be organized. We are very interested in sharing the efforts and the know-howsof oncology nursing with other countries and trying to cooperate and unite to widen a range of oncology
nursing in the Asian region.
We have no doubt that the AONS 2015 Conference will not only provide you with wonderful opportunities tocatch up on the latest advancements but also to meet and collaborate with your colleagues.
We hope you will give us your greatest support by actively participating in the conference and lookforward to meeting you in the dynamic and beautiful city of Seoul, Korea.
Sincerely,

Myungsun Yi, DNS, RN
President
AONS 2014-2015

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Kwang Sung Kim, PhD, RN
Chairperson
AONS 2015 Conference

AONS Executive Board
PRESIDENT
Myungsun Yi

Seoul, Korea

PRESIDENT ELECT
Pongpak Pittayapan

Bangkok, Thailand

THE TREASURER
Kazuko Onishi

Mie, JapanTHE SECRETARY FOR EXTERNAL
Winnie K. W. So
Hong Kong SAR, China
THE SECRETARY FOR INTERNAL
Young Yi Chen
China

Organizing Committee
PRESIDENT
Myungsun Yi

College of Nursing Seoul National University

CHAIRPERSON
Kwang Sung Kim

Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea

SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE CHAIR
Kyung Hee Lim
College of Nursing Keimyung University
PLANNING&FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR
Eun-sook Choi
National Cancer Center
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE CHAIR
Jeong Hye Kim
Asan Medical Center
REGISTRATION COMMITTEE CHAIR
Han Jin Yoo
National Cancer Center
PUBLICATION COMMITTEE CHAIR
Eun Jung Ryu
College of Nursing Chung-Ang University

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Overview
TITLE

Asian Oncology Nursing Society 2015 Conference

THEME

Flying the Spirit of Asian Oncology Nursing

DATE

November 19 (Thu)-21 (Sat), 2015

VENUE

Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital,The Catholic University of Korea

HOST

Asian Oncology Nursing Society

ORGANIZATION

Korean Oncology Nursing Society

WEBSITE

www.aons.asia

OFFICIAL LANGUAGE English

Important Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline
Early-Bird Registration Deadline
Regular-Registration Deadline

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FEBRUARY 28, 2015
MAY 31, 2015
SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

Program at a Glance
Nov. 19

Nov. 20

Nov. 21
Keynote Address II

Official Opening Ceremony& WelcomeCoffee / Tea BreakKeynote Address I

Lunch
Concurrent
Session A1

Concurrent
Session A2

Concurrent
Session A3

Coffee / Tea Break
Panel Discussion

Concurrent
Session B3

Lunch
Coffee / Tea BreakPlenary II
Plenary III
Coffee / Tea BreakLectureshipYoung Scholar Awards& Closing Ceremony

AONS Board
Meeting

Gala Dinner

KEYNOTE ADDRESSI Professional Development for Asian Oncology Nurses
PLENARYI Future of Oncology Nursing Research
III Advanced Symptom Management for Cancer Patients
CONCURRENT SESSION
A1 Prevention & Screening
A2 Symptom Management
A3 Evidence Based PracticeConcurrent
Session B2

Registration / Exhibits and Poster Session 2

Plenary I

Concurrent
Session B1
Registration / Exhibits and Poster Session 1

Coffee / Tea BreakCancer Center
Tour

09:00
09:30
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11:00
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II Quality of Life of Cancer Patients
II Cancer Survivorship

B1 Supportive & Palliative CareB2 Quality of Life
B3 Quality & Safety

PANEL DISCUSSION
Health Insurance for Cancer Care in Asia
LECTURESHIP
Tailored Treatment and Care
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NOVEMBER 19 (THU), 2015
Pre-Conference Day
12:00-13:00 Cancer Center Tour Registration
14:00-16:00 Cancer Center TourSupported by Asan Medical Center, National Cancer Center, Samsung Medical Center,Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, Severance Hospital
17:00-20:00 AONS Board Meeting & Dinner
NOVEMBER 20 (FRI), 2015
Conference Day 1
09:30-10:30 Official Opening Ceremony and Welcome
10:30-12:00 Keynote Address I
Professional Development for Asian Oncology Nurses
		Myungsun Yi (President of AONS, Korea)
12:00-12:20 Coffee / Tea Break with Exhibits and Poster Session 1
12:20-13:10 Plenary I
Future of Oncology Nursing Research		Winnie K. W. So (China)

13:10-14:30 Lunch
14:30-15:50 Concurrent Session
A1 Prevention & Screening
A2 Symptom Management
A3 Evidence Based Practice
15:50-16:20 Coffee / Tea Break with Exhibits and Poster Session 1
16:20-17:30 Panel Discussion
Health Insurance for Cancer Care in Asia		
18:30-21:00 Gala Dinner

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China, India, Japan, Korea, Thailand

Scientific Program
NOVEMBER 21 (SAT), 2015
Conference Day 2
09:00-10:30 Keynote Address II
Quality of Life of Cancer Patients		

Carol E. Ferrans (U.S.A.)

10:30-11:00 Coffee / Tea Break with Exhibits and Poster Session 2
11:00-12:20 Concurrent Session
B1 Supportive & Palliative CareB2 Quality of Life
B3 Quality & Safety
12:20-13:30 Lunch
13:30-14:00 Coffee / Tea Break with Exhibits and Poster Session 2
14:00-14:50 Plenary II
Cancer Survivorship		Kazuko Onishi (Japan)

14:50-15:50 Plenary III
Advanced Symptom Management for Cancer Patients
15:50-16:20 Coffee / Tea Break with Exhibits and Poster Session 2
16:20-17:10 Lectureship
Tailored Treatment and Care		

Young-Seon Hong (Korea)

17:10-18:00 Young Scholar Awards & Closing Ceremony

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Call for Abstracts
Abstract Submission Deadline: FEBRUARY 28, 2015
Abstract should be submitted electronically via the website. (www.aons.asia)
All abstracts will be reviewed by the Scientific Program Committee
and assigned to the appropriate session for oral or poster presentations.
Presented abstracts will be published in the abstract book.
All presenting authors of accepted abstracts should attend the symposium
and register via online by the pre-registration date.
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ABSTRACT TOPICS
Prevention & Screening
Symptom Management
Evidence Based Practice
Supportive & Palliative Care
Quality of Life
Quality & Safety
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AWARDSAONS 2015 Scientific Program Committee will select best oral presentation and distinguished posters
based on the submitted abstract and presentation at the conference. Winners will receive a prize.

Registration
Early-Bird Registration Deadline: MAY 31, 2015
Regular-Registration Deadline: SEPTEMBER 30, 2015
All participants are requested to register via online system.
Participants are encouraged to register as early as possible to take advantage of discounted registration
fees.
REGISTRATION FEE
Early-Bird(By May 31, 2015)
USD 200

Regular(By September 30, 2015)
USD 250

On-site(November 19-21, 2015)
USD 300* If you want to join a cancer center tour, please make a reservation in advance on the website.
* Gala Dinner: USD 30 ( USD30 should be paid besides the registration fee)

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Fees for All Meeting Participants Include:
Participation in the Scientific Sessions
Coffee / Tea Breaks
Conference Kit
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Entrance to the Exhibition
The Printed Material of the Conference●

PAYMENT METHODBank Transfer
A direct bank transfer should be made to the account below.
Please note that the bank charge for remittance should be paid be the registrants.
Overseas Participants

Korean Participants

Bank Name: Shinhan Bank
Account Holder: Korean Oncology Nursing Society
Account No: 180-006-556930
Swift Code: SHBKKRSE
Branch Name: Dongdaesingdong Branch
Address: 66, Daeyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Busan 602-808, Korea

은행명: 신한은행
계좌명: 대한종양간호학회
계좌번호: 100-030-271228

Credit Card
Visa, Mastercard, and American Express are accepted.
All participants wishing to make a credit card payment should settle the payment via online.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
Cancellation must be notified to the secretariat in writing by e-mail (office@aons.asia)
All refunds will be made after the conference for administrative reasons, and all bank services charges
and all administration fee will be deducted from all conference registration refunds.
Early-Bird(By May 31, 2015)
80% Refund

Regular(By September 30, 2015)
50% Refund

On-site(November 19-21, 2015)
No Refund

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Accommodation
AONS 2015 Conference has secured accommodations in and around the conference venue, offering
special rates for accommodation. Depending on the availability of rooms, rooms will be allocated on afirst-come-first-served basis.
Hotel
SEOUL
PALACEGRANDAMBASSADORRESIDENCES

Room Type

Rate(Including
VAT)

Business Twin
KRW 181,500(2 single beds)
Palace Family Twin
(1 double bed+1 single bed) KRW 193,600
Superior King or Twin

KRW 170,500

Breakfast
KRW 26,620
KRW 26,620
KRW 26,400

Distance
to Venue
5 min. by walk
20 min. by car

We will provide you with the detailed Residence informationon the website in 2015.

Reservation Method
To book your hotel room, please visit the AONS 2015 Conference website, download and complete thehotel reservation form, and directly send it to each contact person of hotel via e-mail or fax. Then the
hotel’s person in charge will contact you.

Venue
MARIA HALL (1F, Songeui Building, The Catholic University of Korea)
Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea
Address : 222 Banpo-Daero, Seocho-Gu, Seoul, Korea
SONGEUI BUILDING

12 :: AONS 2015 ConferenceTransportation
Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital is conveniently located within minutes by car, subway, bus, or on foot frommany of Seoul’s international companies, hotels, and government buildings. The JW Marriott Hotel,
the Express Bus Terminal, and subway lines 3 and 7 are a five-minute walk across a pedestrian bridgefrom the hospital’s International Health Care Center, and subway line 2 is a seven-minute walk from thehospital. The Hospital has ample parking space and is a short drive from Banpo Bridge and the Olympic
Expressway.

Express Bus
Terminal

Express Bus Terminal Subway Station
Line #3 (Exit 2/7)

Express Bus Terminal Subway Station
Line #7 (Exit 3/4)

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SONGEUI BUILDING(Maria Hall, 1F)

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Marriott Hotel(Central City)

Airport-Isu Brige(to Gimpo Airport)

SEOUL PALACE
HOTEL

Seocho Subway Station
Line #2 (Exit 7)

Bus Stop No.
5A, 11B
6A, 12B
4A, 10A

Via
Gangnam Express Bus Terminal
Gangnam Express Bus Terminal
Gangnam Express Bus Terminal(Central City, Marriott Hotel)

4B, 11A

Palace Hotel

Incheon International Airport
SectionGarak Market (No.609)
Jamsil (No.600)
Airport Shuttle Bus bound for
Gangnam Express Bus Terminal
Gangnam (past Hotel) boundAirport Shuttle Bus*Airline passengers can take the airport shuttle bus (airport limousine) at Incheon International Airport.
Gimpo Internatinal Airport
It will be convenient if you use the subway.
(Departure from Gimpo Int’l Airport > arrival at Express Bus Terminal)
Between the hotels and venue
Detail Information will be notified later on the website.

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ABOUT KOREA
Visitors to Seoul are often struck by the city’s unique atmosphere and diverse style. Evidence of Korea’s
modern development and technological leadership abounds, yet Seoul’s illustrious history, dating backto the founding of the Joseon Dynasty in 1392, has far from been ignored. Ancient palaces and temples
that have existed for centuries stand side-by-side with high-tech towering skyscrapers in this city where
the old and new exist in perfect harmony.
ATTRACTIONS IN SEOULArt
The city has over 700 museums, including the national museum of
Korea and national folk museum, all containing a countless numberof artifacts. There are many performance centers, such as the sejong
center for the Performing arts, national Theater and more, as well asover 400 galleries displaying various works of art.
CultureTradition is not the only thing which can be found in seoul. Thereis a wide range of modern and fusion culture of the West and theeast, along with up-to-date, cutting edge technology, and a numberof world class performances, including ‘NANTA’,‘JUMP’ and b-boy
performances.
UNESCO world heritage sites
come and visit the royal tombs of the Joseon dynasty: seonjeongneung(tomb), Taereung and Gangreung (royal tombs), Jeongneung (royaltomb), changdeokgung (palace), and Jongmyo (royal shrine).
DiningVisitors to seoul often name Korean cuisine as one of the memorable
highlights of their trip. You can enjoy not only Kimchi, Galbi or bibimbap, but also taste a variety of world cuisines.
Shopper’s Paradise
Korea offers a wide variety of shopping opportunities:
arcades, department stores, duty-free shops, districts specialized in
shopping, and outdoor markets.
- Traditional Outdoor Markets:
Namdaeumun Market, Dongdaemun Market- Popular Shopping Districts in Seoul: Myeong-dong, Insa-dong, Itaewon* for more information on seoul, please visit at http://english.visitkorea.or.kr

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USEFUL INFORMATION
Weather
Korea’s climate is regarded as a continental climate from a temperate standpoint and a monsoon climate
from a precipitation standpoint. The climate of Korea is characterized by four distinct seasons: spring,summer, fall, and winter. Essentially, the most tourist friendly seasons here are Spring between April
and June, when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom as well as Autumn from September to November
when the skies are clear, sunny and warm. Spring and Autumn which are pleasant but short in duration
provide a welcome relief from the extremes of summer and winter. The average temperature of June in
between Spring and Summer, when the conference will be held, is 21.9°C
Time Zone
The time in Korea is 9 hours ahead of the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+9).
Currency & Exchange
The unit of the Korean currency is the Won (￦). Various notes and coins are used: notes include 1,000
won, 5,000 won, 10,000 won and 50,000 won denominations, while coins include 10 won, 50 won,
100 won and 500 won denominations. As of March 2012, the exchange rate is approximately USD 1to
KRW 1,127. Foreign bank notes and traveler’s checks can be converted into the Korean won at foreignexchange banks and other authorized money exchange outlets. The exchange rate is subject to market
fluctuations.
Taxes & Tipping
Tipping is not a regular practice in Korea. Service charges are included in your bill for rooms, meals andother services at hotels and luxurious restaurants. Koreans occasionally do tip when they are especiallypleased with the service they receive.
Passport & Visa
All foreign visitors entering South Korea must possess valid passports. Nationals of most countries may
enter visa-free for a maximum duration of 30 days, given possession of confirmed return or alternate
destination tickets. Nationals of EU countries may remain in South Korea for up to 3 months (2 months
for Italian nationals) under the same conditions. All participants, regardless of nationality, are encouraged
to contact their local Korean consulate for specific details and confirmation of requirements. For more
information, visit http://www.mofat.go.kr/english/visa/apply/index.jsp
Electricity
The standard electricity supply is 220-volts AC/60 cycles. Most hotels may provide outlet convertersfor 110 and 220 volts. We advise you to check with the hotel beforehand.

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Secretariat for AONS 2015 Conference | SY Convention
Tel. +82-2-6082-9291 Fax. +82-2-6499-9291
E-mail. office@aons.asia Website. www.aons.asia