Compliance
The EPNS 2019 Congress is compliant with the provisions of the MedTech Europe Code of Ethical Business Practice.
The 3rd EPNS International Advances in Neuromodulation in Children Symposium is compliant with the provisions of the MedTech Europe Code of Ethical Business Practice.
Continuing Medical Education
The 13th European Paediatric Neurology Society (EPNS) Congress, Athens, Greece, 17/09/2019- 21/09/2019 has been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) with 24 European CME credits (ECMEC®s). The 3rd EPNS International Advances in Neuromodulation in Children Symposium, Athens, Greece, 16/09/2019-17/09/2019 has been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) with 13 European CME credits (ECMEC®s).
General Information
Language
English is the EPNS 2019 official language. No simultaneous translation is provided.Time
Athens is at UTC/GMT +3 hours during the summer period.Electricity
The electrical power supply “voltage” in Athens is: 220-240 Volts (U.S./Canada: 110-120 Volts).Telecommunications
There are 4 main GSM operators in Greece that you can roam with: Cosmote, Vodafone, Wind and CYTA. The protocols for digital mobile telephone transmissions are based on GSM technology, operating at the frequencies of 900 and 1800 MHz. Please contact your provider for further details.Emergency Telephone Numbers
• Ambulance: 166• Fire Department: 199
• Police: 100
• Tourist Police: 171
• General Telephone Information: 11888
Banking & Currency Exchange
Euro is the official currency. Banks’ working hours: Monday-Thursday from 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM and Friday from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.Tipping
In restaurants and hotels, taxis or other services, tipping is optional and customized per case depending on whether you are pleased with the service. Approximately 5% of the bill is a good guideline.Climate
While the month of September in Athens is still quite warm, the summer heat starts to cool off as the fall season approaches. The average Athens temperature in September is 24°C (75°F), while the average low drops to 19°C (66°F), and the average high is still a warm 28°C (82°F).Liability and Insurance
Registration fees do not include participants’ insurance against personal accidents, sickness and cancellations by any party, theft, loss or damage to personal possessions. Participants are requested to make their own arrangements with respect to health and travel insurance. EPNS and the Organizing Secretariat PCO CONVIN accept no liability.Visa Requirements/Letter of Invitation
Visa regulations depend on your nationality and country of origin. Please contact your local Embassy / Consulate for full and official instructions on the specific visa regulations and application procedures that apply to you. It is the responsibility of the participant to obtain a visa, if required. Individuals requiring an official Letter of Invitation, or need any information regarding visa procedures can contact the Organizing Secretariat. The Letter of Invitation does not financially obligate the Congress organizers in any way. All expenses incurred in relation to the Congress are the sole responsibility of the attendee.The Letter of Invitation will be sent only upon completion of registration and payment.