May 2024
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May - 14
Health Literacy Education Workshop
Overview
Becoming a health literate organization depends on many aspects. One of these aspects is educating staff to improve their health literacy skills and consequently improving patients’ health outcomes. The health Literacy Education workshop is aimed at clinical staff from hospitals and clinics to enhance their knowledge as well as provide them with the necessary tools to overcome barriers.
The workshop content is evidence based and some of the topics are adapted from the Agency for Healthcare and Research Quality (AHRQ). This activity is category 1 & 3 and attendees will receive CPD points.
Topics/Sessions
- Health Literacy
- Learning Barriers
- Patient and Family Education
- Patient Engagement
- Medication Adherence
- Teachback Method
- Documentation
Workshop Objectives
- To enhance clinical staff knowledge about health literacy
- To educate clinical staff about the importance of applying health literacy skills in day to day work
- To provide clinical staff with the necessary tools to overcome health literacy barriers
Target Audience
Clinical staff: Physicians -Nurses- pharmacists – Allied health professionals – Medical interpreters
Reward Credits CPD
Participants will be awarded 6 CPD points
- category 1 (4 points)
- category 3 (2 points)
Scientific Committee
- Helen Sutherland - Clinical Nurse Education manager
- Dr.Wessam Gadelhaq - Medical Education Director
- Amal Alfarsi – Health & Wellness Education Manager
- Kedra Elmi – Nurse Educator
- Evony Constantino - Clinical Nurse Leader
Main presenters
- Aljori Al-Ajji: Health & Wellness Educator
- Fatima Al-Maslamani: Health & Wellness Educator
- Maha Al-Naama: Health & Wellness Educator
Guest Presenters
- Quality Manager
- Medication Management and Pharmacy Quality
- Clinical Nurse Educator
Organizers’ contact details
Email: HealthandWellnessEducation@sidra.org
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Tel: 40035453 -
Jun - 3
Life's Beginnings: Insights into Pregnancy, Fertility, and Newborn Screening
Overview
Science Café: Session 3 - Life's Beginnings: Insights into Pregnancy, Fertility, and Newborn Screening
Sidra Medicine – Research Department is delighted to extend an invitation to you for an engaging and enlightening evening at our Science Café (مقهى العلوم) event: Unveiling the Wonders of Precision Medicine. Join us as we explore the latest breakthroughs and discoveries that continue to shape our understanding of Precision Medicine.
The event will consist of presentations, discussions, and interactive activities for the community members.
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Sep - Sep 28 - 29
MENA Microbiome Conference
MENA Microbiome From Biomarkers Discovery to Microbiota-based Therapeutics
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Nov - Nov 19 - 20
International Symposium of Hypospadiology
Overview
The two-day meeting will bring together expert hypospadias surgeons and researchers from Qatar and worldwide to provide insights on evidence-based hypospadias basic science research, evaluation, surgical repair, and follow-up. We anticipate an audience of clinicians, nurses, researchers, trainees, and allied health professionals from Qatar, the MENA region, and beyond. It will be an opportunity to network and discuss collaboration with a distinguished and accomplished audience.
Topics/Sessions
- Basic science of Hypospadiology
- Evaluation and planning for the care of hypospadias cases
- Decision making and key surgical approaches
- Future directions of hypospadias research and collaboration
Conference Objectives
- Exchange knowledge, research findings, and clinical experiences
- Advance scientific understanding of hypospadias
- Improve clinical practice and surgical techniques
- Provide education and training for healthcare professionals
- Advocate for patient support and awareness
- Foster networking and collaboration among stakeholders
Target Audience
- Pediatric Urologists
- Pediatric Surgeons
- Urologists
- Pediatricians
- Nurses specializing in pediatric urology or surgery
- Researchers and scientists studying urogenital anomalies
- Residents and fellows in urology or pediatric surgery training programs
- Medical students with an interest in pediatric urology
- Representatives from patient advocacy groups focusing on urogenital anomalies
- Industry professionals involved in the development of surgical tools, medical devices, or pharmaceuticals related to hypospadias treatment
Visit Qatar
Welcome to Doha, Qatar’s ultramodern capital. Located in the east of the country, Doha is home to approximately 646,000 people from all over the world. It’s the country’s fastest-growing city and its business centre.
Doha’s tourism sector has evolved rapidly over the years, with key attractions and several museums of great importance gaining the spotlight.
Known for its exemplary hospitality, exquisite cuisine, unique shopping experiences and traditional souqs, along with a plethora of adventures and activities, Doha is growing rapidly, and offers something for all travellers.
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Dec - Dec 3 - 5
Precision Medicine and the Future of Genomics 2024
Welcome to Precision Medicine and the Future of Genomics 2024
In commemorating the 10th anniversary of a decade dedicated to precision medicine establishment and solutions by Sidra Medicine, we are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to all participants and supporters in the realm of healthcare innovation. At the prior event, we were honored to have 800 participants in attendance. The Summit is scheduled to take place from December 3rd to 5th, 2024, at the Qatar National Convention Center (QNCC) in Doha, Qatar.
As Chairs for this year's summit, we are delighted to offer a heartfelt welcome, marking a significant milestone in the journey of precision medicine. The objectives of this year's Summit are centered around three crucial domains, serving as the foundation for achieving meaningful outcomes for our patients and their families.
We are confident that the insightful discussions, presentations, and collaborations during the summit will pave the way for transformative advancements in the field. Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey at PMFG 2024.
Best regards,
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Dr. Ammira Al-Shabeeb Akil and Dr. Khalid Fakhro
PMFG 2024 Summit Organizing Chairs
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May - 14
Health Literacy Education Workshop
Overview
Becoming a health literate organization depends on many aspects. One of these aspects is educating staff to improve their health literacy skills and consequently improving patients’ health outcomes. The health Literacy Education workshop is aimed at clinical staff from hospitals and clinics to enhance their knowledge as well as provide them with the necessary tools to overcome barriers.
The workshop content is evidence based and some of the topics are adapted from the Agency for Healthcare and Research Quality (AHRQ). This activity is category 1 & 3 and attendees will receive CPD points.
Topics/Sessions
- Health Literacy
- Learning Barriers
- Patient and Family Education
- Patient Engagement
- Medication Adherence
- Teachback Method
- Documentation
Workshop Objectives
- To enhance clinical staff knowledge about health literacy
- To educate clinical staff about the importance of applying health literacy skills in day to day work
- To provide clinical staff with the necessary tools to overcome health literacy barriers
Target Audience
Clinical staff: Physicians -Nurses- pharmacists – Allied health professionals – Medical interpreters
Reward Credits CPD
Participants will be awarded 6 CPD points
- category 1 (4 points)
- category 3 (2 points)
Scientific Committee
- Helen Sutherland - Clinical Nurse Education manager
- Dr.Wessam Gadelhaq - Medical Education Director
- Amal Alfarsi – Health & Wellness Education Manager
- Kedra Elmi – Nurse Educator
- Evony Constantino - Clinical Nurse Leader
Main presenters
- Aljori Al-Ajji: Health & Wellness Educator
- Fatima Al-Maslamani: Health & Wellness Educator
- Maha Al-Naama: Health & Wellness Educator
Guest Presenters
- Quality Manager
- Medication Management and Pharmacy Quality
- Clinical Nurse Educator
Organizers’ contact details
Email: HealthandWellnessEducation@sidra.org
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Tel: 40035453 -
Jun - 3
Life's Beginnings: Insights into Pregnancy, Fertility, and Newborn Screening
Overview
Science Café: Session 3 - Life's Beginnings: Insights into Pregnancy, Fertility, and Newborn Screening
Sidra Medicine – Research Department is delighted to extend an invitation to you for an engaging and enlightening evening at our Science Café (مقهى العلوم) event: Unveiling the Wonders of Precision Medicine. Join us as we explore the latest breakthroughs and discoveries that continue to shape our understanding of Precision Medicine.
The event will consist of presentations, discussions, and interactive activities for the community members.
… -
Sep - Sep 28 - 29
MENA Microbiome Conference
MENA Microbiome From Biomarkers Discovery to Microbiota-based Therapeutics
… -
Nov - Nov 19 - 20
International Symposium of Hypospadiology
Overview
The two-day meeting will bring together expert hypospadias surgeons and researchers from Qatar and worldwide to provide insights on evidence-based hypospadias basic science research, evaluation, surgical repair, and follow-up. We anticipate an audience of clinicians, nurses, researchers, trainees, and allied health professionals from Qatar, the MENA region, and beyond. It will be an opportunity to network and discuss collaboration with a distinguished and accomplished audience.
Topics/Sessions
- Basic science of Hypospadiology
- Evaluation and planning for the care of hypospadias cases
- Decision making and key surgical approaches
- Future directions of hypospadias research and collaboration
Conference Objectives
- Exchange knowledge, research findings, and clinical experiences
- Advance scientific understanding of hypospadias
- Improve clinical practice and surgical techniques
- Provide education and training for healthcare professionals
- Advocate for patient support and awareness
- Foster networking and collaboration among stakeholders
Target Audience
- Pediatric Urologists
- Pediatric Surgeons
- Urologists
- Pediatricians
- Nurses specializing in pediatric urology or surgery
- Researchers and scientists studying urogenital anomalies
- Residents and fellows in urology or pediatric surgery training programs
- Medical students with an interest in pediatric urology
- Representatives from patient advocacy groups focusing on urogenital anomalies
- Industry professionals involved in the development of surgical tools, medical devices, or pharmaceuticals related to hypospadias treatment
Visit Qatar
Welcome to Doha, Qatar’s ultramodern capital. Located in the east of the country, Doha is home to approximately 646,000 people from all over the world. It’s the country’s fastest-growing city and its business centre.
Doha’s tourism sector has evolved rapidly over the years, with key attractions and several museums of great importance gaining the spotlight.
Known for its exemplary hospitality, exquisite cuisine, unique shopping experiences and traditional souqs, along with a plethora of adventures and activities, Doha is growing rapidly, and offers something for all travellers.
… -
Dec - Dec 3 - 5
Precision Medicine and the Future of Genomics 2024
Welcome to Precision Medicine and the Future of Genomics 2024
In commemorating the 10th anniversary of a decade dedicated to precision medicine establishment and solutions by Sidra Medicine, we are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to all participants and supporters in the realm of healthcare innovation. At the prior event, we were honored to have 800 participants in attendance. The Summit is scheduled to take place from December 3rd to 5th, 2024, at the Qatar National Convention Center (QNCC) in Doha, Qatar.
As Chairs for this year's summit, we are delighted to offer a heartfelt welcome, marking a significant milestone in the journey of precision medicine. The objectives of this year's Summit are centered around three crucial domains, serving as the foundation for achieving meaningful outcomes for our patients and their families.
We are confident that the insightful discussions, presentations, and collaborations during the summit will pave the way for transformative advancements in the field. Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey at PMFG 2024.
Best regards,
…
Dr. Ammira Al-Shabeeb Akil and Dr. Khalid Fakhro
PMFG 2024 Summit Organizing Chairs