• LPA Membership: Your household must have a current membership to attend the regional. 'Join or Renew’ LPA Membership here.
• LPA Registration is required for everyone attending and LPA name badges must be worn at all times.
• Review the LPA Member Code of Conduct, Alcohol Policy & Covid Liability Waiver Agreements. Click here.
• Deadline for LPA Early Registration is August 31!
• Deadline for LPA Room Reservation is September 17!
• LPA Registration will close on September 17! There will be no onsite registration at the event!
• All registration fees and activity fees are non-refundable after September 17! See the Cancellation & Refund Policy.
• Minors 17 & under attending without a parent/guardian, must submit the LPA Temporary Guardian & Medical Release Form with their individual LPA Registration. Click here.
• If you live local, you can register and join us for all the activities without staying at the hotel.
• LPA Registration is required for everyone attending and LPA name badges must be worn at all times.
• Review the LPA Member Code of Conduct, Alcohol Policy & Covid Liability Waiver Agreements. Click here.
• Deadline for LPA Early Registration is August 31!
• Deadline for LPA Room Reservation is September 17!
• LPA Registration will close on September 17! There will be no onsite registration at the event!
• All registration fees and activity fees are non-refundable after September 17! See the Cancellation & Refund Policy.
• Minors 17 & under attending without a parent/guardian, must submit the LPA Temporary Guardian & Medical Release Form with their individual LPA Registration. Click here.
• If you live local, you can register and join us for all the activities without staying at the hotel.
If you make your room reservation over the phone, be aware that the Drury's central reservation system does not show the special LPA group parking rate on their end. Rest assured parking will be $15/day for everyone.
OWLS Coffee Talk
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
- Join the OWLS (Older Wiser Little Seniors, ages 50+) group for a morning meet up together.
OWLS Lunch Meet Up
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- Join the OWLS (Older Wiser Little Seniors, ages 50+) group for a lunch meet up together.
*OVER FLOW HOTEL Located across the street from the Drury Plaza.
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton
2305 Hotel Plaza Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
407-934-1000
DoubleTree Suites Website <——Not the link to make a room reservation!
LPA Reservations: Book online using this link https://bit.ly/LPAOverflowHotel or call 800-340-2494 and ask for group code #907. LPA Reservation cut-off date is September 4! Booking cut-off date has ended.
LPA Room Rate: $157/Night + Tax
Deluxe two-room suites feature a bedroom with either a king or two queen size beds. A separate living room area includes a pull out sofa sleeper. All rooms have a refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker.
LPA Self-Parking Rate: $13/Daily + Tax
The LPA Room Rate and LPA Self-Parking Rate is available from October 2-11, for anyone that would like to extend their stay.
Check-In: 4:00 PM Check-Out: 11:00 AM
Room Cancellation Policy: Reservations must be cancelled at least 72 hours before your scheduled arrival date. Cancelling after this deadline will result in a charge of one nights stay plus taxes.
Amenities:
- Restaurant & Bar Onsite
- Free Wi-Fi Internet
- Outdoor Pool, Whirlpool, Splash Pad, Tennis Court and Fitness Center
- Complimentary Shuttle Service available to all four Walt Disney World Theme Parks and Disney Springs
OWLS Coffee Talk
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
- Join the OWLS (Older Wiser Little Seniors, ages 50+) group for a morning meet up together.
OWLS Lunch Meet Up
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- Join the OWLS (Older Wiser Little Seniors, ages 50+) group for a lunch meet up together.
*OVER FLOW HOTEL Located across the street from the Drury Plaza.
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton
2305 Hotel Plaza Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
407-934-1000
DoubleTree Suites Website <——Not the link to make a room reservation!
LPA Reservations: Book online using this link https://bit.ly/LPAOverflowHotel or call 800-340-2494 and ask for group code #907. LPA Reservation cut-off date is September 4! Booking cut-off date has ended.
LPA Room Rate: $157/Night + Tax
Deluxe two-room suites feature a bedroom with either a king or two queen size beds. A separate living room area includes a pull out sofa sleeper. All rooms have a refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker.
LPA Self-Parking Rate: $13/Daily + Tax
The LPA Room Rate and LPA Self-Parking Rate is available from October 2-11, for anyone that would like to extend their stay.
Check-In: 4:00 PM Check-Out: 11:00 AM
Room Cancellation Policy: Reservations must be cancelled at least 72 hours before your scheduled arrival date. Cancelling after this deadline will result in a charge of one nights stay plus taxes.
Amenities:
- Restaurant & Bar Onsite
- Free Wi-Fi Internet
- Outdoor Pool, Whirlpool, Splash Pad, Tennis Court and Fitness Center
- Complimentary Shuttle Service available to all four Walt Disney World Theme Parks and Disney Springs
Medical Meetings
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Sign up for a 15-20 minute visit with the LPA MAB doctors during this time..
Medical Panel Workshop
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- An informative Q&A discussion lead by the following dwarfism specialists and members of the LPA Medical Advisory Board(MAB). A few other physicians will also be joining us from
Julie Hoover-Fong, M.D., Ph.D. - Geneticist (Chair of the LPA MAB)
Director, Greenberg Center for Skeletal Dysplasias
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland
George Jallo, M.D. - Neurosurgeon
Clinical Practice Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
St. Petersburg, Florida
Jeffrey Campbell M.D. - Pediatric Neurosurgery
Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital For Children
Wilmington, Delaware
Stuart Mackenzie, M.D. - Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital For Children
Wilmington, Delaware
Karen Turner, MPT - Pediatric Physical Therapy
Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital For Children
Wilmington, Delaware
Angela Duker, MS, LCGC - Genetic Counselor
Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital For Children
Wilmington, Delaware
Mari Groves, M.D.
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland
David Tunkel, M.D.
Director of Pediatric Otolaryngology
Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland
Dr. Melissa Crenshaw - Geneticist
Dr. Alyssa Fritz - Psychologist
Dr. Jennifer Katzenstein -
Dr. Dan Hoernschemeyer - Orthopedic Surgeon
University of Missouri Hospital
Columbia, Missouri
A few other physicians will also be joining us from the Skeletal Dysplasia Program at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, FL.
In addition, several doctors will be there from the skeletal dysplasia group at All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. Their comprehensive clinic is led by Dr. Jallo and it includes several specialties.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Sign up for a 15-20 minute visit with the LPA MAB doctors during this time..
Medical Panel Workshop
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- An informative Q&A discussion lead by the following dwarfism specialists and members of the LPA Medical Advisory Board(MAB). A few other physicians will also be joining us from
Julie Hoover-Fong, M.D., Ph.D. - Geneticist (Chair of the LPA MAB)
Director, Greenberg Center for Skeletal Dysplasias
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland
George Jallo, M.D. - Neurosurgeon
Clinical Practice Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
St. Petersburg, Florida
Jeffrey Campbell M.D. - Pediatric Neurosurgery
Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital For Children
Wilmington, Delaware
Stuart Mackenzie, M.D. - Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital For Children
Wilmington, Delaware
Karen Turner, MPT - Pediatric Physical Therapy
Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital For Children
Wilmington, Delaware
Angela Duker, MS, LCGC - Genetic Counselor
Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital For Children
Wilmington, Delaware
Mari Groves, M.D.
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland
David Tunkel, M.D.
Director of Pediatric Otolaryngology
Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland
Dr. Melissa Crenshaw - Geneticist
Dr. Alyssa Fritz - Psychologist
Dr. Jennifer Katzenstein -
Dr. Dan Hoernschemeyer - Orthopedic Surgeon
University of Missouri Hospital
Columbia, Missouri
A few other physicians will also be joining us from the Skeletal Dysplasia Program at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, FL.
In addition, several doctors will be there from the skeletal dysplasia group at All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. Their comprehensive clinic is led by Dr. Jallo and it includes several specialties.
Presenters & Expo Vendors
*Is there something you want to see on the agenda? Would you like to lead an activity, host a workshop or have another idea? Contact Aimee Rudd to discuss things further.
Want to lead an activity, host a workshop or have another idea for the agenda? Do you sell something and want to participate in the Expo? Contact us for more info. Email:
Restorative Yoga
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
- Start the morning off with a relaxing yoga experience lead by Kristen DeAndrade. This will be an intro lesson focusing on deep breathing and stretching for the mind/body. No experience needed to participate.
Little Legs, Big Heart
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Sit down with Author and Speaker, Kristen DeAndrade as she leads this open discussion. Kristen will share her journey having dwarfism and for those interested in spinal stenosis, lengthening
Stenosis workshop
Kristen DeAndrade
Delve into the journey of skeletal dysplasia, confronting the unknowns of of spinal stenosis. Through Kristen's shared experience and expert insights from her medical team, she aims to empower and educate our community, paving the way for informed decisions and improved quality of life for children and adults.
Alterations Class
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Come learn the basics of clothing alterations with Jennifer Edwards. Go over hemming pants and sleeves along with a few tips on altering clothes for little people.
Expo
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Check out a few of the vendor tables that fellow members will have set up.
OWLS Meeting
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
OWLS Mixer
Come join OWLS (Older Wiser Little Seniors) for games and trivia!
Bowling (ages 11-18) 9:00AM-12:00PM
Cost: $5/ per person
Meet in Lobby - go to Main Event from 930 AM -12 PM
Come introduce yourself and meet other teens your age in our district. Teens will be chaperoned and carpool/shuttle over to Main Event to bowl and hang out. We will reserve some lanes and have fun!
Online Virtual Events: Members agree not to share access links and/or codes with others without permission from LPA. LPA reserves the right to remove you from the virtual event if your participation or behavior creates a disruption or hinders the event or the enjoyment of the event content by other attendees. Recording, Photographing, Live Streaming and Videotaping - Members agree not to record, take pictures and/or broadcast audio/video any part of the LPA virtual event without the consent from LPA and all participants.
Want to lead an activity, host a workshop or have another idea for the agenda? Do you sell something and want to participate in the Expo? Contact us for more info. Email:
Restorative Yoga
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
- Start the morning off with a relaxing yoga experience lead by Kristen DeAndrade. This will be an intro lesson focusing on deep breathing and stretching for the mind/body. No experience needed to participate.
Little Legs, Big Heart
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Sit down with Author and Speaker, Kristen DeAndrade as she leads this open discussion. Kristen will share her journey having dwarfism and for those interested in spinal stenosis, lengthening
Stenosis workshop
Kristen DeAndrade
Delve into the journey of skeletal dysplasia, confronting the unknowns of of spinal stenosis. Through Kristen's shared experience and expert insights from her medical team, she aims to empower and educate our community, paving the way for informed decisions and improved quality of life for children and adults.
Alterations Class
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Come learn the basics of clothing alterations with Jennifer Edwards. Go over hemming pants and sleeves along with a few tips on altering clothes for little people.
Expo
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Check out a few of the vendor tables that fellow members will have set up.
OWLS Meeting
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
OWLS Mixer
Come join OWLS (Older Wiser Little Seniors) for games and trivia!
Bowling (ages 11-18) 9:00AM-12:00PM
Cost: $5/ per person
Meet in Lobby - go to Main Event from 930 AM -12 PM
Come introduce yourself and meet other teens your age in our district. Teens will be chaperoned and carpool/shuttle over to Main Event to bowl and hang out. We will reserve some lanes and have fun!
Online Virtual Events: Members agree not to share access links and/or codes with others without permission from LPA. LPA reserves the right to remove you from the virtual event if your participation or behavior creates a disruption or hinders the event or the enjoyment of the event content by other attendees. Recording, Photographing, Live Streaming and Videotaping - Members agree not to record, take pictures and/or broadcast audio/video any part of the LPA virtual event without the consent from LPA and all participants.