frequently asked questions
Registration
Travel and Lodging
Parking
Guests
Meals
Course Materials
Cancellation
Registration
Q: I mailed my registration form in but have not received a confirmation or a receipt yet. Am I registered?
A: To confirm your registration has been received in our office, call 215-707-4787.
Q: Do I need my confirmation to enter the building?
A: No, it is not mandatory. However, it is helpful to have it when passing by the security station at the entrance to the Student Faculty Center or any other Temple University facility.
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Travel and lodging
Q: How long does it take to get to Temple's Health Sciences Campus from the airport and the train station?
A: It is approximately 20 to 30 minutes from the airport and 10 to 15 minutes from the 30th Street train station.
Q: How long does it take to get from my center city hotel to Temple's Health Sciences Campus?
A: It takes approximately 10 minutes to get from downtown Philadelphia hotels to Temple's Health Sciences Campus
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Q: Is Temple's Health Sciences Campus within walking distance of the hotel?
A: No. We do not advise walking from the hotel to the campus. It's convenient to take public transportation such as bus or subway. For more information on public transportation, please click here.
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Parking
Q: Where do I park on Temple Health Sciences Campus?
A: Parking for CME registrants is available. Information is provided along with your confirmation. For maps, directions and parking information, please click here.
Q: Does Temple University validate parking?
A: Some programs include parking but please check your program confirmation for specific details. Secure parking is available in the East and West Ontario Street parking garages for a maximum fee of $12 per day. For more information on parking, please click here.
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Guests
Q: May I bring a guest?
A: For most CME courses, unpaid guests are not permitted to attend lectures or meal functions. However, some CME courses have social functions where guest are permitted, usually at an additional charge. Please refer to your course program for specific details.
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Meals
Q: Are meal included?
A: Please refer to your course program for specific details.
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course materials
Q: I can't attend the conference. Can I get a copy of the syllabus?
A: Often, if you notify our office in advance that you would like a syllabus, we can order one printed for you for a fee that would include shipping and handling.
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Cancellation
Q: I need to cancel my registration. What should I do?
A: If you must cancel, please notify the Office of Continuing Medical Education by phone at 215-707-4787, or fax at 215-707-8268. Each program brochure will have specific cancellation dates. Please refer to the individual program brochure. Temple University reserves the right to cancel or postpone any course due to unforeseen circumstances. In the event of cancellation or postponement, Temple University will refund only the registration fee and is not responsible for other related travel expenses.
An administrative fee of $50 will be retained on all refunds, which will be processed only after written notice is received. Cancellations received later than 5 business days prior to the course are non-refundable.
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