Best Evidence ENT 2024 - July 28-30

A limited block of rooms has been reserved at The American Club and the Inn on Woodlake.

To make a reservation at either property, call 1 (855) 473-9036 toll free. Reference #324343 and reiterate that you are with the Medical College of Wisconsin - Best Evidence ENT.

Rates are $399 for a guestroom at The American Club and $288 for a guestroom at the Inn on Woodlake. Prices do not include tax or resort fee.

Discounted rates are available until June 27 at 5 p.m. central time. Room rates are available three days prior/post conference based on availability.

Because of the distinction of the golf courses in Kohler, it is recommended that tee times be made in advance. Limited times have been reserved for conference attendees on Monday afternoon, July 29, at Whistling Straits (Straits and Irish courses), and the River Course at Blackwolf Run. Contact Diann Fiscus at dfiscus@mcw.edu or (414) 955-0827 to reserve these limited tee times. Additional tee times can be scheduled individually by calling 1 (844) 993-9539 toll-free.

Play Whistling Straits - host of three PGA championships, a U.S. Senior Open and the first public course in more than 25 years to host a Ryder Cup. Whistling Straits offers two must-play courses sculpted into the Lake Michigan coastline:

• Straits Course
• Irish Course

Ranked among the best in the country, Blackwolf Run is situated on a river basin formed by glacial runoff to create one of the most scenic and challenging courses in North America. Blackwolf Run offers two championship courses:

• River Course
• Meadow Valleys Course

Learn more about Whistling Straits

Take pleasure in the relaxation pool and enjoy the latest innovative water treatments, therapeutic massages, facials, and body treatment experiences in a place of tranquility. Call (855) 444-2838 toll free. Advanced reservations are recommended.

Learn more about Kohler Waters Spa

Endless other activities exist in Kohler for guests of all ages. Try hiking a wilderness preserve, canoeing or kayaking a rambling river, horseback riding, trap shooting, or charter fishing. Take a yoga class, tour the Kohler factory, the Kohler Art Center, or the Kohler Design Center and shop the unique boutiques in the Shops at Woodlake. Dining options in Kohler are also plentiful. Advanced reservations are recommended.

Learn more about other activities in Kohler

Chris A. Smith, MDiv, LMFT, will lead the session on The Practice and Facilitation of Mindfulness.

Chris earned his undergraduate degree from Iowa Wesleyan College and a Master of Divinity degree from Garret-Evangelical Theological Seminary. He holds a certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy and has completed training in health coaching. Chris has co-authored several scientific papers bringing mindfulness into law enforcement and is currently working with UC San Diego Health and the Veteran Affairs to develop a health and well-being curriculum. Chris has presented on the topic of mindfulness around the country and is involved with diversity, equity, and inclusive practices. He has co-presented some of his work to the International Congress of Integrative Medicine. Chris recently self-published his first book, Be a Good Story. He lives in Glendale, Wisconsin with his wife, Ann, and he has two lovely grandchildren.

In 1981 Steve Mills joined the US Marines and spent six years on active duty. During his last 18 months, he was tasked with being the strength and endurance instructor for out-of-conditioned Marines at the 2nd Medical Battalion 3rd Marine Infantry Division, Camp Lejeune, NC. This is what inspired Steve to continue within the health and fitness industry after returning home.

After achieving a degree in physical therapy, he spent six years in an outpatient clinic focused on acute orthopedic injury as well as pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation. Steve enjoyed the work but felt he could do more for individuals by focusing on whole-body work. In 2012 Steve launched a company in Wisconsin and Illinois called StretchXperience, LLC. The service was manual stretching with instruction on how to actively stretch on your own.

Over the last 11 years, Steve has kept data on client experience and results. Combining this data with the latest science prompted him to create a new evolution that combines manual stretching, active stretching, strengthening, dynamic movement, and myofascial release. For the best results, one, or all techniques can be instituted. The new brand is called Matrix Movement Therapy, LLC, and is located in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin.