
جمعية الجراحين الأردنية

Jordanian Society of Surgeons
المؤتمر السنوي السابع والأربعون لجمعية الجراحين الأردنية
The 47th Annual Conference of Jordanian Surgical Society
Important Dates and Deadlines
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Abstracts Submission Closes 15th October 2018- Email Info@jorss.net
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Notification of Abstract Acceptance 1st of November.
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Pre Congress Day 29th November, 2018
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Congress Days :-
29th November – 8:00 AM – 18:00 PM
30th November – 8:00 AM – 18:00 PM
1st December – 8:00 AM – 18:00 PM
Weather
The weather in Amman in December Periods of Sun and Clouds, temperatures are around 9-14 C°, Warm clothes needed during day and Specially at night time.
Electrical Current
220 AC volts, 50 cycles, requiring rounded two- Prong wall plugs. Visitors
from the US will need a Transformer which most hotels can provide.
Language
The official language in Jordan is Arabic, but English is widely spoken – especially in the cities. Many Jordanians have travelled or have been educated abroad so French, Russian, German, Italian, Spanish, and others are also spoken, but to a lesser extent. The Jordanian people are understanding and will help you whenever they are able.
Time
Time during congress period : Greenwich Mean Time plus 2 hours
(G.M.T. + 2)
Currency
One Jordanian Dinar is equivalent to 1.4 USD
Credit Cards
Credit cards are accepted at hotels, restaurants and larger shops, including American Express, Visa, Diners Club, and Master Card.
Please note that many Smaller shops still prefer cash payment in the Jordanian currency, and it’s essential for shopping in the local souks.
Airport Transfer Services
Arriving to Queen Alia International Airport
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The Airport Express Bus (4 JD) runs to Amman every 30 minutes (from 6 am to 6 pm); the night bus runs hourly (6 pm to midnight).
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Airport Taxis are beige with sign, cost about (20 JD) to downtown Amman (around 40 minutes).
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Car hire is available in the arrivals hall.
Congress Language
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The official language of the congress is English.
Arabic may be used.
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We request that all abstract and subsequent manuscript submissions are made in English.
Badges
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The participants name badges serve as an admission pass to all scientific sessions, the exhibition and the congress area.
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Participants are kindly requested to keep their name badges displayed at all times during the congress.