W.E.L.L. Weekend
2023
Seventh Annual Welcome to Education, Life, and Leisure (W.E.L.L.) Weekend
Silverado Resort and Spa
Napa Valley, California
February 23–26, 2023
Silverado Resort and Spa
Silverado Resort, a Four Diamond Spa & Golf Resort, is elegance in the heart of the Napa Valley. Located on 1,200 scenic acres in the heart of the Northern California’s world-famous wine growing region, Silverado offers championship golf, a deluxe Spa experience and fine dining at this world-class romantic destination. The original historic Mansion at Silverado Resort was built in the early 1870's as the residence of General Miller.
W.E.L.L. weekend cost: $450 for physicians, $350 for non-physicians
Hotel: Hotel reservations can be made now with our discounted group rate of $209 per night plus taxes and resort fees. This rate is for rooms with a king-size bed. If you would like a room with two double beds, the rate is $249 plus taxes and resort fees.
Rental car discount: To receive 20% off of your car rental with Hertz, use code: CDP 2188961
W.E.L.L. includes:
- 2 winery tours
- Breakfast vouchers
- Information about continuing education is forthcoming.
Visit the Silverado Resort's website to see everything the resort has to offer.
Contact Nicki Crellin at nicki.crellin@wright.edu or 937-245-7634 with questions.
2020
Sixth Annual Welcome to Education, Life, and Leisure (W.E.L.L.) Weekend in Napa Valley, California, March 5-8, 2020
The Meritage Resort and Spa blends relaxed elegance with warm hospitality to bring you the ultimate Napa Valley resort experience. Join the Boonshoft School of Medicine in Napa Valley, March 5-8, 2020.
W.E.L.L. weekend cost: $400 for physicians, $300 for guests, 12 and under free
Hotel: $249 per night
W.E.L.L. includes:
- Cooking demonstrations with dinner
- 2 winery tours
- 2 breakfast vouchers
- Information about continuing education is forthcoming.
- Medicine: Past, Present, and Future
Visit www.meritagecollection.com/meritage-resort to see everything the resort has to offer.
Registration packets will be mailed this fall.
Contact Nicki Crellin at nicki.crellin@wright.edu or 937-245-7634 with questions.
2018
Fifth Annual Welcome to Education, Life and Leisure (W.E.L.L.) Weekend in Marco Island, Florida, Feb. 1-4, 2018
Join the Boonshoft School of Medicine for our fifth annual W.E.L.L. (Welcome to Education, Life, and Leisure) Weekend in Marco Island, Florida, February 1-4, 2018 at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort. This year’s event will feature a two-day CME symposium, a shelling adventure to a secluded island by boat, an evening beach party, and more! The world-class resort on Marco Island offers an exhilarating retreat from the ordinary, and an unforgettable experience whether traveling for business or leisure. They feature a lavish spa with Balinese-influenced treatments, two private 18-hole championship golf courses and spacious accommodations with premier amenities, technology upgrades and breathtaking views of the island. We look forward to re-connecting with you in Marco Island!
- Visit the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort website to see everything the resort has to offer.
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, January 11, 2018.
JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort
400 S Collier Blvd.
Marco Island, Florida 34145
239.394.2511
Cost
Participant fee: $250.00 per adult (no cost for children, please let us know names and ages of your children). Included in your fee is 2 shelling trips, CME, 2 breakfasts, food and drinks at the evening beach party, and the Naples Beach Brewery.
Hotel group rate: $293.00 per night. The hotel’s reservation deadline for the group rate of $293 is January 11, 2018. Call 1-800-228-9290 to reserve your room.
W.E.L.L. Itinerary
Thursday, February 1
2-4 p.m. Shelling (includes a boat ride)
Friday, February 2
7-8 a.m. Breakfast at Maia (voucher provided for all paid participants)
8:00 a.m. Conference registration
8:20 a.m. Welcome
8:30-noon CME - “Innovations in Medicine”
2-4 p.m. Shelling (includes boat ride)
6-9 p.m. Evening Beach party
Saturday, February 3
7-8 a.m. Breakfast at Maia (voucher provided for all paid participants)
8:00 a.m. Conference registration
8:20 a.m. Welcome
8:30-11:00 a.m. CME - “Innovations in Medicine”
1-4:30 p.m. Naples Beach Brewery (bus departs the Marriott at 1:15, we will return by 4:30 p.m., lunch is included)
Sunday, February 4
Departure
Continuing Medical Education
WSU designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 6.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Friday, February 2
| 8:00 a.m. | Conference registration |
| 8:20 a.m. | Welcome |
| 8:30 a.m. | Michael Smith, M.D., '91 The Use of Robotic Surgery in Gynecology |
| 9:30 a.m. | James Ouellette, D.O., '04 Robotic Surgery for Cancer |
| 10:30 a.m. | Joon Shim, M.D., M.P.H., FACS Robotic Surgical Education: The Good and the Bad |
| 11:30 a.m. | Discussion |
| 12:00 p.m. | Adjourn for the day |
Saturday, February 3
| 8:00 a.m. | Conference registration |
| 8:20 a.m. | Welcome |
| 8:30 a.m. | Nav Grandhi, M.D., '94 Advances and Innovations in Gastroenterology |
| 9:30 a.m. | Phillip Smith, M.D., '83 Population Health: Are Your Patients Benefiting from Innovations? |
| 10:30 a.m. | Discussion |
| 11:00 a.m. | Program adjournment |
Hertz Rental Car Discount
Rent a car from Hertz to get to the hotel from the Fort Myers airport. Turn your car in at the Marriott upon arrival at no additional fee. Hertz Group Discount Code: CV#022L5158.
Refund Policy
No refunds will be issued after January 22, 2018.
For more information, contact: Nicki Crellin, Director of Major Gifts, at 937.245.7634 or nicki.crellin@wright.edu.
2017
Welcome to Education, Life and Leisure Weekend
Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort, Florida, Feb. 2-5, 2017
The Boonshoft School of Medicine will return to the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort near Naples, Florida, Feb. 2-5, 2017, for our fourth annual W.E.L.L. (Welcome to Education, Life and Leisure) Weekend for medical school alumni. This world-class resort is situated on three miles of pristine beachfront property and offers an exhilarating retreat from the ordinary. The resort features a spa, two private 18-hole championship golf courses and spacious accommodations along the Florida Gulf Coast.
- Visit the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort website to see everything the resort has to offer.
W.E.L.L. Itinerary
Physician Wellness
Continuing Medical Education
WSU designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 5.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Friday, February 3
| 8:30 a.m. | Conference registration |
| 8:45 a.m. | Welcome by Dean Margaret Dunn |
| 8:55 a.m. | Opening Remarks Al Painter, Program Moderator |
| 9:00 a.m. | Evangeline Andarsio, M.D. ’84 |
| Finding Meaning in Medicine | |
| 9:40 a.m. | Break |
| 9:50 a.m. | Evangeline Andarsio, M.D. ’84 |
| Finding Meaning in Medicine | |
| 10:30 a.m. | Break |
| 10:40 a.m. | Evangeline Andarsio, M.D. ’84 |
| Finding Meaning in Medicine | |
| 11:20 a.m. | Break |
| 11:30 a.m. | Panel discussion: Al Painter, moderator |
| 12:00 p.m. | Adjourn for the day |
Saturday, February 4
| 8:30 a.m. | Conference registration |
| 8:45 a.m. | Welcome by Dean Margaret Dunn |
| 8:50 a.m. | Opening Remarks |
| Al Painter, Program Moderator | |
| 9:00 a.m. | Ami Shah, M.D. ’00 |
| Creating a Work/Life Balance | |
| 9:40 a.m. | Break |
| 9:50 a.m. | Cindy Hart, M.D. ’91 |
| The Humor of Rural Medicine | |
| 10:30 a.m. | Break |
| 10:40 a.m. | John Lyman, M.D. ’80 |
| Transitioning from Practice to Retirement | |
| 11:20 a.m. | Break |
| 11:30 a.m. | Panel discussion: Al Painter, moderator |
| 12:00 p.m. | Program adjournment |
W.E.L.L. Activities
Thursday and Friday Shelling Excursion
Experience the relaxing and cool Gulf waters aboard the Calusa Spirit! This 49-passenger power catamaran departs directly from the sugar sand beach of the Marriott and will transport you to a whole new world—the Ten Thousand Islands! This ecosystem is comprised of thousands of mangrove estuaries, and is full of beautiful and unique wildlife. The Calusa Spirit calmly navigates the backwaters in search of dolphin, manatee, and bald eagles—and upon arrival at Cape Romano, explore the secluded beach in search of the most ornate seashell treasures! This exclusive excursion will be offered on Thursday and Friday at 2 p.m.
Friday Night Luau
Kick off your shoes, and join us in the sand at our beach party. Watch the sunset and enjoy tropical island food while connecting with alumni, friends, and their families.
Saturday Afternoon at Naples Beach Brewery
As Southwest Florida’s first microbrewery, Naples Beach Brewery employs a community-focused approach to growing the culture of quality beer in beautiful Naples. They take pride in providing the freshest beers made from ingredients of the highest quality. The Naples Beach Brewery is located in the heart of the trades area south of Golden Gate Parkway. Join us for a tasting and delicious food from the Porker BBQ food truck. Transportation to and from the Marriott will be provided. This family-friendly event was a hit in 2016!
Breakfast Buffet at the Hotel
Enjoy a morning breakfast buffet at Tropiks made with only the freshest ingredients in this family-oriented restaurant located on the lower level. Breakfast vouchers will be provided for Friday and Saturday only for paid participants.
Hotel Information
$289 per night
Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort, 400 S. Collier Blvd., Marco Island, Florida 34145
Make your reservation now by calling 239.394.2511 and asking for the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine group rate. Deadline to make a hotel reservation under our group block is January 11, 2017.
Golf
- The Rookery at Marco: 7,200 yards, Robert Cupp design, Tifeagle Greens, home of the Rookery at Marco Golf Academy.
- Hammock Bay Golf Club: 6,900 yards, Jacobsen Hardy design, par 72 championship golf course.
- Call 239.394.2511 to make your golf reservation and ask for rates.
The Spa
- The Spa at Marco Island Marriott offers guests the utmost in a relaxing and individual spa experience. This Balinese-style health spa offers a luxurious enclave of tranquility surrounded by broad beaches and a calming sea.
- To make a reservation, contact the spa concierge at 239.642.2686 or visit marcoislandmarriott.com
Book your extra activities early, this is peak season!
Call 239.394.2511 and ask for the concierge.
Additional activities include:
- Bicycle rental
- Paddleboarding
- Waverunners
- Parasailing
- Everglades excursion
- Segway tour
- Offshore and backwater fishing
There is an optional resort fee of $25 per room per night. (Platinum and Gold Elite Marriott Rewards members pay only $20 for the daily resort fee).
This fee includes:
- In-room high speed internet access
- Unlimited local, domestic and long distance phone calls
- Two bottles of water replenished daily
- One beach umbrella with chairs rental daily
- Access to resort golf practice facility including range balls and clubs
- Complimentary golf course shuttle
- Two spa fitness classes (16 years+, advance reservation required)
- Purchase one adult breakfast buffet in Tropiks Restaurant, get your choice of a second adult buffet free OR two children’s buffets free.
Want to book your room now?
Call 239.394.2511 and ask for the deeply discounted Wright State group rate of $289 per night.
Want more information?
Contact Nicki Crellin at nicki.crellin@wright.edu or 937.245.7628.
2016
Welcome to Education, Life and Leisure Weekend
Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort, Florida, Feb. 4-7, 2016
The Boonshoft School of Medicine held its third annual W.E.L.L. (Welcome to Education, Life and Leisure) Weekend at Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort near Naples, Fla., Feb. 4-7, 2016. This world-class resort is situated on three miles of pristine beachfront property and offers an exhilarating retreat from the ordinary. The resort features a spa, two private 18-hole championship golf courses and spacious accomodations along the Florida Gulf Coast.
- Visit the Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort website to see everything the resort has to offer.
W.E.L.L. Weekend includes:
- Thursday shelling expedition to Ten Thousand Islands aboard the Calusa Spirit
- Friday night luau on the beach
- Saturday afternoon excursion to the Naples Botanical Garden
Optional activities include:
- Golf
- Water sports
- CME sessions on Medical Emergencies
2015
Welcome to Education, Life and Leisure Weekend
Napa Valley, California, March 19–22, 2015
The Boonshoft School of Medicine hosted its second annual W.E.L.L. (Welcome to Education, Life and Leisure) Weekend in Napa Valley, March 19-22, 2015. The Villagio Inn and Spa is nestled among the verdant rolling hills and vines of wine country and just steps from the dining tables of America's most celebrated chefs in the legendary Epicurean walking town of Yountville. The 2015 event featured a two-day CME symposium, a cooking demonstration at the Culinary Institute of America, a wine tasting at the V Wine Cellar and more!
W.E.L.L. Weekend included:
- Wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres
- Culinary Institute of America
- “Taste of Yountville” (sip and sample local favorites during this annual town-wide block party)
- Continuing Medical Education
- Breakfast provided Thursday–Sunday
Weekend Participant Fee: $250 per person.
W.E.L.L. Weekend Schedule
Thursday, March 19
7–11 a.m.
Breakfast buffet. Champagne served in the lobby.
4–5 p.m.
Culinary Institute of America private cooking demonstration with wine pairing
Bus transportation provided.
Friday, March 20
Breakfast buffet
CME (see below)
V Wine Cellar wine tasting event
The V Wine Cellar is located on the grounds of the Villagio Inn and Spa. We enjoyed Hors d'oeuvres and a wine tasting in the company of alumni and friends of the Boonshoft School of Medicine.
Saturday, March 21
Breakfast buffet
CME (see below)
Evening event TBD
Sunday, March 22
7–11 a.m.
Breakfast buffet. Champagne served in the lobby.
Villagio Inn & Spa
6481 Washington St., Yountville, Calif. 94599
Deeply discounted rates for our W.E.L.L. Weekend
Wednesday & Thursday: $276
Friday & Saturday: $311
Spa Villagio
Use of the steam rooms, saunas, experience showers, and hydrotherapy baths is complimentary for hotel guests. Additional services can be viewed at on the Spa Villagio website.
Complimentary guest room amenities
- No daily resort fee
- No parking fees
- In-room, high-speed and wireless internet access
- Welcome bottle of Chardonnay
- Afternoon tea, coffee and scones served in the lobby daily from 3–5 p.m.
- Daily newspaper delivery
- Nightly turndown service with bottled water
- Access to Spa Villagio facilities & amenities
- Use of Yountville Fitness Center
Yountville LIVE!
March 19-22, 2015 — Coincides with our W.E.L.L. Weekend
Combining the very best in music, food and wine with the small-town lifestyle and sophisticated ambiance of Yountville, Yountville Live! is the ultimate, luxury getaway event, featuring exclusive performances from some of today's hottest recording artists, exquisite foods from world-class restaurants and award winning chefs, and a unique variety of some of Napa Valley's most celebrated wineries.
Additional Activities
Bicycle Rental
Bicycles and helmets are available for rent at the resort. Maps and suggested touring routes are also available.
Fitness Center
Facilities are available at the Yountville Fitness Center, located adjacent to the hotel at 6505 Washington Street. The fitness center is available to hotel guests at no charge.
Golf
Dining in Napa Valley
Photos from the weekend
