HOTEL RESERVATIONS

A block of rooms has been reserved for candidates at a special rate of $159 (plus tax) per night, single or double. This rate represents a discount over standard rates. Please reserve your room early as they fill up quickly. Guests can access the site to book, modify, or cancel a reservation until March 24, 2009. The ABOto is not affiliated with or responsible for content, offers, terms, or conditions mentioned on the hotel web sites. The closest airport is O'Hare International Airport.

The Westin Hotel O'Hare
6100 River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
Phone: 847-698-6000
Fax: 847-698-3993

The Westin has set up a special website for ABOto Candidates. We encourage you to make your reservations online at http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/Book/ABD14A.

If you prefer making your reservation by phone, please state that you are with the American Board of Otolaryngology.

The Benchmark restaurant in the hotel will be open for breakfast (6:00 AM) and lunch. Twenty-four hour room service is also available.

Hotel Airport Shuttle Service

A complimentary shuttle bus runs to and from the hotel approximately every fifteen minutes, 24 hours a day. You should allow at least 30 minutes travel time during non-peak hours, and at least 45 minutes during peak rush hours.

WRITTEN QUALIFYING EXAM

The Written Exam will be administered on Friday, April 17, 2009 at the location listed below. You are to report to the Grand Ballroom at the Westin Hotel O'Hare promptly at 7:00 AM for registration and orientation. This is the only registration session for this exam. A government-issued photo ID (driver's license, passport, state ID card) is required for registration. Failure to report on time may disqualify you from the examination.

You are NOT permitted to bring personal items (briefcases, backpacks, purses, books, PDAs, copying devices, cell phones, beepers, pens, and pencils) into the exam room. Luggage must be checked at the bellstand in the hotel lobby.

• DO NOT BRING CELL PHONES
• The exam consists of two sessions, each last 3½ hours each, with a 90 minute lunch. The exam will conclude by 4:45 PM.
• Restrooms are available during the exam. You may bring small food items (such as candy bars) with you to the exam table, but consumption of these items should not create a distraction to other candidates. Soft drinks and coffee are provided. Smoking is not permitted.
• Pencils are provided; do not bring your own pencils.
• Attire is casual. We attempt to maintain a comfortable temperature in the exam room, however you are advised to dress in layers.
  

ORAL CERTIFYING EXAM

Please report to the Grand Ballroom at the Westin O'Hare Hotel at your designated time (per your approval memo) for registration and orientation. This is the only registration session for this exam. A government-issued photo ID (driver's license, passport, state ID card) is required for registration.

• You are NOT permitted to bring personal items (briefcases, backpacks, purses, books, PDAs, copying devices, cell phones, beepers, pens, and pencils) in the testing area. Luggage must be checked at the bell stand in the hotel lobby.
• Failure to report on time may disqualify you from the examination.
• Please dress professionally (jacket and tie for men; business attire for women).
• Please have breakfast or lunch prior to the exam. Only beverages will be available at registration.