We have 5 spots left for Wellapalooza 2017! 

And we’ve decreased the late registration price to the early registration discount! 

Pam Stratton, M.D. will be joining us to speak on Endometriosis and chronic pain, and we have a Cranial Sacral therapist who will be joining us as well. 

Don’t forget we already have amazing speakers lined up!

– Dr. Clair Francomano

– Dr. Peter Rowe

– Dr. Pradeep Chopra

– Dr. Larry Afrin

– Dr. Christine Mohrhaus Hale – Member of EDS Wellness‘ Board of Directors, Aeriel Silks Performer & lives well with EDS 

– Dr. Jyothi Rao of Shakthi Health and Wellness Center & Member of EDS Wellness‘ Board of Directors 

– Sophia Maines, DPT of Bethesda Physiocare

– Anastasia Rukavyshnykova, DPT of Advanced Neuromuscular Physiotherapy, LLC

– Yasmina of Healing Histamine by Yasmina Ykelenstam

– Mary Shomon: Thyroid Patient Advocate, Author 

– Allysa Seely – Gold Medalist in Women’s Triathon at the 2016 Paralympics, Professional Athlete & lives well with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. 

– Teens and Young adults program organized and sponsored by Denise Archilla of Chronic Connection & Brianna’s Medical Journal, Co-Author of ‘The Miracle Morning Art of Affirmations: A Positive Coloring Book for Adults and Kids‘ with Hal Elrod of The Miracle Morning® (www.MiracleMorning.com)

And … more!

We also will have professional photography by Christina Maldonado Photography & our AV/Media provided by LUCKY DOG MEDIA a division of Lucky Dog Films, LLC!

Additional details will be provided soon, in addition to the final retreat schedule — especially the schedule for teens and young adults. 

We’re also updating the EDS Wellness and Wellapalooza sites with additional information, more speakers and finalizing the retreat schedule. 

To learn more, go to Wellapalooza 2017 Retreat Schedule and Information – http://www.wellapalooza.com/wellapalooza-2017-retreat-schedule-and-information/

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Important Retreat Information:

Accommodations: See message and information below from the Salamander Resort & Spa:

“Thank you for choosing the Salamander Resort & Spa for your upcoming event. In order to best serve your guests, we are able to accept reservations over the phone or online.

Telephone – Guests may reach our hotel reservations department by dialing (800) 651-0721 and request the Wellapoolza Retreat guest room block.

Online – Guests may make reservations online using the following reservation booking link: Wellapoolza Retreat – https://gc.synxis.com/rez.aspx?Hotel=59064&Chain=10237&template=rIADSH&shell=rIADSH&start=availresults&arrive=4/28/2017&depart=4/30/2017&adult=1&child=0&group=WELL0422

(If you are unable to open the link, hold down the ctrl key while clicking on the link.)

OR, via the Resort website www.salamanderresort.com and using the group code: WELL0422

Please note the group code consists of 4 letters followed by 4 numbers.

*Reservations link may not be supported on all mobile devices*

We are looking forward to the arrival of your guests. Please do not hesitate to contact the Salamander Resort & Spa at (800) 651-0721 or (540) 326-4000 if you have any questions or would like any additional information.”

Link to reserve under Wellapalooza 2017 Room Block at The Salamander Resort (a PDF will be uploaded to the EDS Wellness and Wellapalooza websites as well): https://gc.synxis.com/rez.aspx?Hotel=59064&Chain=10237&template=rIADSH&shell=rIADSH&start=availresults&arrive=4/28/2017&depart=4/30/2017&adult=1&child=0&group=WELL0422

Alternate Accommodations: http://edswellness.org/index.php/alternate-accommodation-options-2017-physicians-learning-conference-wellapalooza-2017/

List on Trip Advisor: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g57963-Middleburg_Loudoun_County_Virginia-Hotels.html

Room sharing: 

For those who have registered and have expressed an interest in sharing a room, I’ve sent out an email to everyone individually. 

If you are interested in sharing a room but have not expressed an interest before, please email Kendra@edswellness.org.

Registration Costs and Deadline:

– Early Registration $485 for 2-Day Registration ($565 for 3-Day Registration) – Must register by January 15th, 2017

– Regular Registration $585 for 2-Day Registration ($665 for 3-Day Registration) – Must register by February 15th, 2017

– Late Registration $685 for 2-Day Registration ($765 for 3-Day Registration) – Must register by March 28, 2017

***Please Read – We’ve opened up a promo for March that matches the early registration price. The cost to register now is the same as the early registration fees above. The same promo applies for the registration fees stated for the teens/young adult program below.***

The cost of registration includes two-day conference attendance (three-day attendance is also an option), conference materials, a welcome reception, Wella Dance Party and Dinner on Saturday night, and access to resort amenities (i.e., fitness center, pool, etc.).

Extracurricular activities and spa appointments are additional and are the responsibility of each attendee. Please contact The Salamander Resort directly to make an appointment, or to inquire about resort activities.

***Meals are not included, other than light snacks and drinks, or food that is part of a seminar, presentation, or book signing event. Dinner Saturday night at our Dance Party and Silent Auction is included, as is light snacks at our welcome reception. Our aim is to keep costs down and to focus on ensuring that we bring in the best speakers and workshops. It’s also nearly impossible to provide food that is safe and acceptable to everyone in our very sensitive community.***

Registration Costs and Deadline for Teens & Young Adults Program:

– Early Registration $285 for 2-Day Registration ($200 off with paying adult & $365 for 3-Day Early Registration)) – Must register by January 15th, 2017

– Regular Registration $485 for 2-Day Registration ($100 off with paying adult) – Must register by February 15th, 2017

– Late Registration $685 for 2-Day Registration ($0 off with paying adult) – Must register by March 28, 2017