December 1969
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Jan - 21
American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Location: Sidra Medicine, Hospital Building, Tower A, 4th Floor
The Advanced Cardiac Life Support Course builds on the foundation of Basic Life Support (BLS) skills, emphasizing the importance of continuous, high-quality CPR.
Target Audience: Healthcare providers who need ACLS for their clinical duties, including physicians, nurses, paramedics, respiratory therapists, pharmacists and others, as required by their employers
Major Topics:
…- Basic Life Support Skills
- Respiratory and Cardiac Arrest
- Peri-arrest Conditions
- Airway Management
- Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) and Stroke
- Team Dynamics
The goal of Advanced Cardiac Life Support is to improve outcomes for adult patients of cardiac arrest and other cardiopulmonary emergencies through early recognition and interventions by high performance teams.
This advanced activity highlights the importance of high-performance team dynamics and communication. It focuses on systems of care, recognition and intervention of cardiopulmonary arrest, immediate post-cardiac arrest, acute dysrhythmia, stroke, and acute coronary syndromes.
Activity Duration: Two Day
Course Materials: Course Manuals must be collected prior to the course and are available between 08:00-15:00 Sunday to Thursday at Sidra Medicine, Tower A, 4th Floor, Nursing station.
The American Heart Association’s (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) course has been updated to reflect the 2015 American Heart Association Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (2015 AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC).
CME/CPD: This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners - Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 12.30 hour(s).
Contact Info: Suprima Chaddha, schaddha@sidra.org
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Jan - 21
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)
Location: Sidra Medicine Hospital Building, Tower A, 4th Floor
The American Heart Association’s (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) activity provides the foundational knowledge and applied skills for saving lives after a cardiac arrest. This activity teaches basic life support skills for application in both in-facility and prehospital settings.
Target Audience: Healthcare providers who need BLS for their clinical duties, including physicians, nurses, paramedics, respiratory therapists, pharmacists and others, as required by their employers
Major Topics:
- Chain of Survival
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Automated Electrical Defibrillators (AED)
- Ventilation
- Foreign Body Obstruction
- Teamwork in Resuscitation
There is a focus on the techniques of providing high-quality CPR, and developing high-performing team dynamics. Content is representative of the latest resuscitation science for improved patient outcomes. Students will learn basic life support techniques through realistic scenarios, simulations, and animations depicting rescuers, teams, and patients.
Activity Duration: One Day (4.5 hours)
Course Materials: Course Manuals must be collected prior to the course and are available between 08:00-15:00 Sunday to Thursday at Sidra Medicine, Tower A, 4th Floor, Nursing station.
CME/CPD: This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners - Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 4.5 hour(s)
Contact Info: Suprima Chaddha, schaddha@sidra.org
…Feb - 15Engineered Immune Cells in Cancer Immunotherapy: from Discovery to “Off-the-Shelf” Development
Translating the potency of the anti-cancer immune system into overall survival
Sidra Medicine is proud to host Qatar’s first International Workshop on Engineered Immune Cells in Cancer Immunotherapy (EICCI). The workshop will take place on the 15th and 16th of February 2019 at Sidra Medicine in Doha, Qatar.
This workshop will represent an unparalleled opportunity for learning, fostering innovative scientific and clinical programs and for networking for the development of novel effective therapeutic interventions for cancer patients. EICCI will represent the unique opportunity to stay at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field and to become part of the academic and industry community dedicated to the development of anti-cancer engineered immune cells.
EICCI will bring together worldwide experts in immunology, oncology, hematology, gene and cell therapy while unveiling breakthrough technologies to implement the efficacy and manufacturing of cell therapies. It will also contribute to achieve the unmet need of providing innovative and highly efficacious treatments to patients affected with advanced neoplastic diseases in Qatar and in the MENA region.
This Workshop has been organized based on the joint interest and commitment of Sidra Medicine and National Center for Cancer Care and Research (NCCCR), Hamad Medical Corporation to be able to provide engineered T cell therapies for both pediatric and adult cancer patients in Qatar.
This event has been built with the partnership of the non-profit humanitarian charity Qatar Cancer Society.
Join us for this exciting event.
Registration & Abstract submission
Abstract submission deadline: 27th January 2019The preworkshop Symposium is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners – Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 3.25
Feb - 27Evidence-based Practice for Healthcare Professionals
The scientific planning committee has reviewed all disclosed financial relationships of speakers, moderators, facilitators and/or authors in advance of this CPD activity and has implemented procedures to manage any potential or real conflicts of interest. This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners - Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 13.75 hour(s).
Date: February 27-28, 2019
Venue: W Hotel, Doha
Target Audience: all practitioners in primary, secondary, and tertiary care doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other allied health practitioners.
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES: To enable participants to find, appraise and apply evidence that is required for a critical approach to clinical practice.
By the end of the program participants will be able to:
- Produce focused and answerable questions related to clinical practice
- Choose appropriate research designs to answer questions
- Construct and perform basic search strategies that allow efficient retrieval of relevant evidence
- Understand the basic principles and critical appraisal of controlled trials including the interpretation of results
- Understand the basic principles and critical appraisal of systematic reviews & meta-analysis including the interpretation of results
- Apply evidence to inform decision making
Day 1: February 27, 2019
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the module participants will be able to learn basic principles of evidence-based practice including: the 5-step evidence-based practice model, basic study designs, formulation of clinical questions, finding the evidence, and how to conduct efficient literature searches.
Day 2: February 28, 2019
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the module participants will be able to understand key areas such as randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, meta-analysis and critical appraisal of these study designs.
Course Director: Prof. Anthony Akobeng
Organizing Committee
- Anthony Akobeng, Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Sidra Medicine and Weill Cornell Medical College, Doha (Course Director)
- Manoj Mohan, Attending Physician in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Sidra Medicine, Doha
- Mamoun Elawad, Division Chief, Gastroenterology/Hepatology/Nutrition Division, Sidra Medicine, Doha
- Ibtihal Abdelgadir, Junior Attending Physician, Emergency Department, Sidra Medicine, Doha
- Amel Hassan, Senior Attending Physician, Allergy/Immunology Unit, Sidra Medicine, Doha
Contact Information: Geraldine Calica
Mar - 1World Maternal Mental Health Day Grand Rounds
World Maternal Mental Health Day Grand Round
Date: 1 May 2019
Time: 11.00 am to 1.00 pm
Location: Auditorium, Level 2, Main Hospital Building, Sidra Medicine
It has been found that 1 in 5 women globally experience a perinatal mental health disorder within the first year after the birth of a baby. Particularly if they have experienced pregnancy complications, other stressors in their lives or have a history of previous mental health disorder. Sidra Medicine is hosting a Grand Round in support of World Maternal Mental Health on 1 May 2019.
The Grand Round is open to health care providers interested in the mental health and wellbeing of pregnant and postpartum women, their infants and families.
The Grand Round is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners – Accreditation Department. It is approved for a maximum of 1 CPD point.
Following the 1 hour Grand Round, there will be another hour of panel discussion and networking.
Attendees will be registered on the day and are advised to arrive 30 minutes prior to the opening session at 11.00 am.
…Mar - 2Qatar’s 1st Perinatal Mental Health Symposium
We are pleased to invite you to Qatar’s first perinatal Mental Health Symposium on 2 March 2019. The symposium will serve as a platform to contribute to the development of a perinatal model of care sensitive to the social, cultural and geographical needs of Qatar.
It is open to health care providers interested in the mental health and wellbeing of pregnant and postpartum women, their infants and families, and to community members who may have experienced, or supported those experiencing challenges to their emotional wellbeing during this period.
The symposium will be an opportunity to learn from international and local experts in perinatal mental health.
The symposiums afternoon workshops will focus on key areas of perinatal mental health (including pregnancy, birthing and delivery, postpartum period, infants, fathers, mothers with serious mental illness, prevention and health promotion) and provide an opportunity for participants to explore available services in Qatar, as well as gaps in service provision. Find out more about the afternoon breakout sessions here.
Found out more about the Sidra Medicine Perinatal Health Services and Your Mind Matters, a resource to support good mental health and wellbeing for the people of Qatar.
Contact Info: Sonia Mascarenhas, smascarenhas@sidra.org
…Mar - 28Clinical Research Methodology Symposium
The Women’s Clinical team at Sidra Medicine announces the Clinical Research Methodology Symposium in line with Sidra’s learning agenda.
The symposium is aimed at “clinical research methodology” to bridge the gap in knowledge clinical research programs. The symposium intends to provide the platform for clinical staff with research interest to discuss the research methodologies and be able to explore the challenges in clinical research cohesively.
Date: This 3-day event will take place from 28-30 March 2019
Location: Al Jawhara, Ballroom, InterContinental Doha – The City, Doha, Qatar
Target Audience: The content of the symposium has been put together to meet the learning and knowledge needs of healthcare providers who are interested in clinical research
- Physicians
- Nurses
- Midwives
- Pharmacists
- Healthcare professionals interested in clinical research
Learning Objective: Delegates attending the symposium will
1. Identify the challenges of basic research methods
2. Correlate and construct the challenges of research questions.
3. Interpret a newer dimension for research proposals
4. Develop and plan for clinical research writing methods
CPD
QCHP StatementThis Activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners-Accreditation Department (QCHP-AD) and is approved for a maximum of 20 hours for Category 1.
JAStatement
“This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 20 hours Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change”.
Scientific Planning Committee
1. Dr. Manoj Mohan, Symposium Program Director and Medical Director of Research (A), WCMG, Sidra Medicine.
2. Dr. Michel Makhlouf, Chair (I) WCMG, Sidra Medicine
3. Dr. Osman Ortashi, Senior Attending Physician, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
4. Dr. Gbemisola Okunoye, Conference Director, WCMG, Sidra Medicine.
5. Naser Elkum, Investigator Clinical Research, Sidra Medicine.
6. Dr. Sheriff Abdel Fattah, Senior Attending Physician, Sidra Medicine
7. Stephanie Fortunat, Manager, Business Operations, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
8. Dr. Madhavi Manoharan, Senior Attending Physician, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
9. Zulakha Valimohamed, Clinical Midwife, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
10. Amena Bhatti, Clinical Pharmacist, Sidra Medicine
11. Antoinette Nadeeparambil, Executive Assistant, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
12. Noricel Hernandez, Executive Assistant, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
13. Manjulla Vinolia Pinto, Office Manager, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
14. Triciabel Esquieres, Senior Administrative Assistant, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
Events Team
1. Aisha Al Zaman
2. Hamda Zain Al Abdeen
3. Emma Morris
Contact Info: wcmgevents@sidra.org
Aug - 1World Breastfeeding Week 2019
The Sidra Medicine Health Promotion and Lactation team are celebrating World Breastfeeding Week 2019 in collaboration with Qatar National Library
August 1
7:00-8:00 a.m.
Auditorium
Sidra Medicine Staff SymposiumAugust 3
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Qatar National Library
Workshop for Expectant Mothers and Fathers (Free)
RegistrationAugust 4
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8:00-11:00 a.m.
OPC Plaza Level
Public Information BoothOct - 10Qatar's Pediatric Radiology Symposium 2019 in conjunction with the 2nd Annual Meeting of Middle East Society of Pediatric Radiology (MESPR)
This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners -Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 9.25 hour/s. This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 9.25 hours Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) for learning and change.
Pediatric radiology is a relatively small but rapidly growing field and there are only a small number of radiologists belonging to this group worldwide. Our conference will be valuable for all radiologists wishing to practice pediatric imaging as well as educate other non-radiologist physicians seeking to learn more about the most current methods and practices within various pediatric specialties. We look forward to welcoming our peers from across the healthcare sector so that we can all play a role in advancing pediatric care across the country.
In recent years, the breadth and scope of imaging evaluation continue to rapidly increase particularly in pediatric patients. The main focus of our program is in response to this constantly changing and advancing the field of pediatric imaging that makes it often challenging for trainees and practicing radiologists to stay current and up-to-date.
This two-day symposium will provide a one of a kind unique opportunity to learn the most up to date and comprehensive review of fundamental and advanced imaging modalities for evaluating various disorders in infants and children.
First, this comprehensive pediatric Interventional, neuro, Nuclear Medicine and body radiology educational program provide a practical overview of currently available techniques and clinical applications that can be used for assessing both congenital and acquired disorders. In addition, the program will also review pitfalls in imaging interpretation and the optimal methods for imaging various normal and abnormal anatomic structures as well as clinically important disorders. The fundamental educational format of this program is the didactic lecture style by world-renowned radiology experts and regional speakers with tailored lectures specifically applicable to local and regional pediatric patients in the Middle East.
Our program is also supplemented by a highly effective interactive case-based review session, which includes substantial time for audience interaction and will be a great resource for trainees preparing for their board examination. Last but foremost, one of the most important purposes of the symposium is to meet both the high profile international leaders in the field of pediatric radiology as well as local and regional radiologists interested in pediatric imaging in the Middle East. We hope that your direct interaction with speakers and colleagues from many different countries will stimulate a creative exchange of ideas and build an important network for your patient care and professional development.
Aside from this concentrated offering of educational opportunities, we will be delighted to introduce our guests to Doha and Qatar, including the lovely harbor, and the inviting desert (the weather in October will be perfect for outdoor activities). We will be coordinating special tours including the authentic old market of the “Souq Waqif”, the many art and cultural exhibitions, and ‘sneak peaks’ of the magnificent stadiums being completed for the World Cup of 2022. All in all, it will be a fantastic learning and cultural experience. Please join us.
Delegate Profile
We anticipate an audience of attendees from around the world as world pediatric radiology expertise is at Sidra medicine on the horizon in 2019.
The scientific program will focus on a variety of imaging specialties and will provide a unique opportunity for Radiologists from all over the place to network with their colleagues from the Middle East.
Registration is open to all fully trained Radiologists, Radiologists in training, Pediatric Radiologists, Radiologists with an interest in pediatric imaging and clinicians including Pediatricians, Neonatologists and Pediatric Surgeons with an interest in pediatrics neuro and body imaging. Radiographers and Technologists are also promoted to attend.Learning Objectives
- Identify, define, recognize and describe neurological, neurosurgical and head and neck conditions encountered when imaging children
- Identify, define, recognize and describe body conditions encountered when imaging children and fetuses
- Review diagnostic and interventional imaging techniques in children.
- Review molecular imaging techniques in children.
Registration Details
Early Bird (QAR)until 10th October 2019
Attending Physician/Consultants 600
Fellows and Residents 200
Technologists, Radiographers, Nurses and other Allied Health Professionals 150
Medical and Radiographers in Training (Must have their Student ID when at the event) FreeRegular Registration (QAR) from 11th October 2019
Attending Physician/Consultants 600
Fellows and Residents 400
Technologists, Radiographers, Nurses and other Allied Health Professionals 300
Medical and Radiographers in Training (Must have their Student ID when at the event) 150Symposium Program
Accommodation and Travel
Doha offers a diverse spectrum of accommodation facilities. Doha international airport is reachable from across the globe with flights from hundreds of destinations daily.The JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha is the symposium venue and special group rates are available.
Speakers
Andrea Rossi, MD IRCCS Istituto Giannina Gaslini Children’s Hospital, Genova, Italy
Elysa Widjaja, MD, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada
Jehan Al Rayahi, MD, Sidra Medicine
Edward Y. Lee, MD, MPH, Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA
Noor Al Khori, MD, Sidra Medicine
Walid Mubarak, MD, Sidra Medicine
Ricardo Restrepo, MD Miami Children’s Hospital, Miami, USA
Karen Bradshaw, MD, Sidra Medicine
Mehdi Djekidel, MD Sidra Medicine
Organizing/Scientific Committee
• Abdusamea Shabani
• Dr. Edward Lee
• Catherine Owens
• Samuel Stafrace
• Noor Al Khori
• Jehan Al Rayahi
• Mehdi Djekidel
• Ashley Robinson
• Mooza Al Kuwari
• Jasna Palliparambil
• Tahra Al-Suwaidi
• Vladimir Bahun
• Diarmuid QuinnSponsors
Silver Sponsorship
- Khalid Scientific Co. WLL in association with Philips
Bronze Sponsorship
- Al Zahrawi Medical Supplies LLC
- TOTAL E&P QATAR
Oct - 19Sidra Medicine Pharmacy Conference
Saturday, October 19
Sidra Medicine Auditorium HB-2D-100Sidra Medicine is proud to announce its Inaugural Pharmacy Conference. The event will focus on essential topics for Pharmacy Technicians in Qatar such as automated dispensing, aseptic techniques, unit dosing, medication management processes and more. The aim is to educate colleagues in Qatar and share awareness of the role and development opportunities for Pharmacy Technicians.
This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners -Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 7.00 hour/s. This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 7.00 hours Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) for learning and change.
Main Program Highlights
- Role of Pharmacy Technicians in hospital pharmacy
- Automated dispensing and robotics in hospital pharmacy
- Compounding sterile medication preparations and aseptic techniques
- Unit dose medication dispensing challenges and opportunities
- Medication management processes in specialized clinical areas
Who Should Attend?- Pharmacists
- Pharmacy Students
- Pharmacy Technicians
- Pharmacy Technician Students
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Jan - 21
American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Location: Sidra Medicine, Hospital Building, Tower A, 4th Floor
The Advanced Cardiac Life Support Course builds on the foundation of Basic Life Support (BLS) skills, emphasizing the importance of continuous, high-quality CPR.
Target Audience: Healthcare providers who need ACLS for their clinical duties, including physicians, nurses, paramedics, respiratory therapists, pharmacists and others, as required by their employers
Major Topics:
…- Basic Life Support Skills
- Respiratory and Cardiac Arrest
- Peri-arrest Conditions
- Airway Management
- Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) and Stroke
- Team Dynamics
The goal of Advanced Cardiac Life Support is to improve outcomes for adult patients of cardiac arrest and other cardiopulmonary emergencies through early recognition and interventions by high performance teams.
This advanced activity highlights the importance of high-performance team dynamics and communication. It focuses on systems of care, recognition and intervention of cardiopulmonary arrest, immediate post-cardiac arrest, acute dysrhythmia, stroke, and acute coronary syndromes.
Activity Duration: Two Day
Course Materials: Course Manuals must be collected prior to the course and are available between 08:00-15:00 Sunday to Thursday at Sidra Medicine, Tower A, 4th Floor, Nursing station.
The American Heart Association’s (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) course has been updated to reflect the 2015 American Heart Association Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (2015 AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC).
CME/CPD: This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners - Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 12.30 hour(s).
Contact Info: Suprima Chaddha, schaddha@sidra.org
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Jan - 21
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)
Location: Sidra Medicine Hospital Building, Tower A, 4th Floor
The American Heart Association’s (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) activity provides the foundational knowledge and applied skills for saving lives after a cardiac arrest. This activity teaches basic life support skills for application in both in-facility and prehospital settings.
Target Audience: Healthcare providers who need BLS for their clinical duties, including physicians, nurses, paramedics, respiratory therapists, pharmacists and others, as required by their employers
Major Topics:
- Chain of Survival
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Automated Electrical Defibrillators (AED)
- Ventilation
- Foreign Body Obstruction
- Teamwork in Resuscitation
There is a focus on the techniques of providing high-quality CPR, and developing high-performing team dynamics. Content is representative of the latest resuscitation science for improved patient outcomes. Students will learn basic life support techniques through realistic scenarios, simulations, and animations depicting rescuers, teams, and patients.
Activity Duration: One Day (4.5 hours)
Course Materials: Course Manuals must be collected prior to the course and are available between 08:00-15:00 Sunday to Thursday at Sidra Medicine, Tower A, 4th Floor, Nursing station.
CME/CPD: This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners - Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 4.5 hour(s)
Contact Info: Suprima Chaddha, schaddha@sidra.org
…Feb - 15Engineered Immune Cells in Cancer Immunotherapy: from Discovery to “Off-the-Shelf” Development
Translating the potency of the anti-cancer immune system into overall survival
Sidra Medicine is proud to host Qatar’s first International Workshop on Engineered Immune Cells in Cancer Immunotherapy (EICCI). The workshop will take place on the 15th and 16th of February 2019 at Sidra Medicine in Doha, Qatar.
This workshop will represent an unparalleled opportunity for learning, fostering innovative scientific and clinical programs and for networking for the development of novel effective therapeutic interventions for cancer patients. EICCI will represent the unique opportunity to stay at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field and to become part of the academic and industry community dedicated to the development of anti-cancer engineered immune cells.
EICCI will bring together worldwide experts in immunology, oncology, hematology, gene and cell therapy while unveiling breakthrough technologies to implement the efficacy and manufacturing of cell therapies. It will also contribute to achieve the unmet need of providing innovative and highly efficacious treatments to patients affected with advanced neoplastic diseases in Qatar and in the MENA region.
This Workshop has been organized based on the joint interest and commitment of Sidra Medicine and National Center for Cancer Care and Research (NCCCR), Hamad Medical Corporation to be able to provide engineered T cell therapies for both pediatric and adult cancer patients in Qatar.
This event has been built with the partnership of the non-profit humanitarian charity Qatar Cancer Society.
Join us for this exciting event.
Registration & Abstract submission
Abstract submission deadline: 27th January 2019The preworkshop Symposium is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners – Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 3.25
Evidence-based Practice for Healthcare Professionals
The scientific planning committee has reviewed all disclosed financial relationships of speakers, moderators, facilitators and/or authors in advance of this CPD activity and has implemented procedures to manage any potential or real conflicts of interest. This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners - Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 13.75 hour(s).
Date: February 27-28, 2019
Venue: W Hotel, Doha
Target Audience: all practitioners in primary, secondary, and tertiary care doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other allied health practitioners.
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES: To enable participants to find, appraise and apply evidence that is required for a critical approach to clinical practice.
By the end of the program participants will be able to:
- Produce focused and answerable questions related to clinical practice
- Choose appropriate research designs to answer questions
- Construct and perform basic search strategies that allow efficient retrieval of relevant evidence
- Understand the basic principles and critical appraisal of controlled trials including the interpretation of results
- Understand the basic principles and critical appraisal of systematic reviews & meta-analysis including the interpretation of results
- Apply evidence to inform decision making
Day 1: February 27, 2019
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the module participants will be able to learn basic principles of evidence-based practice including: the 5-step evidence-based practice model, basic study designs, formulation of clinical questions, finding the evidence, and how to conduct efficient literature searches.
Day 2: February 28, 2019
Learning Objectives:
At the end of the module participants will be able to understand key areas such as randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, meta-analysis and critical appraisal of these study designs.
Course Director: Prof. Anthony Akobeng
Organizing Committee
- Anthony Akobeng, Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Sidra Medicine and Weill Cornell Medical College, Doha (Course Director)
- Manoj Mohan, Attending Physician in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Sidra Medicine, Doha
- Mamoun Elawad, Division Chief, Gastroenterology/Hepatology/Nutrition Division, Sidra Medicine, Doha
- Ibtihal Abdelgadir, Junior Attending Physician, Emergency Department, Sidra Medicine, Doha
- Amel Hassan, Senior Attending Physician, Allergy/Immunology Unit, Sidra Medicine, Doha
Contact Information: Geraldine Calica
Mar - 1World Maternal Mental Health Day Grand Rounds
World Maternal Mental Health Day Grand Round
Date: 1 May 2019
Time: 11.00 am to 1.00 pm
Location: Auditorium, Level 2, Main Hospital Building, Sidra Medicine
It has been found that 1 in 5 women globally experience a perinatal mental health disorder within the first year after the birth of a baby. Particularly if they have experienced pregnancy complications, other stressors in their lives or have a history of previous mental health disorder. Sidra Medicine is hosting a Grand Round in support of World Maternal Mental Health on 1 May 2019.
The Grand Round is open to health care providers interested in the mental health and wellbeing of pregnant and postpartum women, their infants and families.
The Grand Round is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners – Accreditation Department. It is approved for a maximum of 1 CPD point.
Following the 1 hour Grand Round, there will be another hour of panel discussion and networking.
Attendees will be registered on the day and are advised to arrive 30 minutes prior to the opening session at 11.00 am.
…Mar - 2Qatar’s 1st Perinatal Mental Health Symposium
We are pleased to invite you to Qatar’s first perinatal Mental Health Symposium on 2 March 2019. The symposium will serve as a platform to contribute to the development of a perinatal model of care sensitive to the social, cultural and geographical needs of Qatar.
It is open to health care providers interested in the mental health and wellbeing of pregnant and postpartum women, their infants and families, and to community members who may have experienced, or supported those experiencing challenges to their emotional wellbeing during this period.
The symposium will be an opportunity to learn from international and local experts in perinatal mental health.
The symposiums afternoon workshops will focus on key areas of perinatal mental health (including pregnancy, birthing and delivery, postpartum period, infants, fathers, mothers with serious mental illness, prevention and health promotion) and provide an opportunity for participants to explore available services in Qatar, as well as gaps in service provision. Find out more about the afternoon breakout sessions here.
Found out more about the Sidra Medicine Perinatal Health Services and Your Mind Matters, a resource to support good mental health and wellbeing for the people of Qatar.
Contact Info: Sonia Mascarenhas, smascarenhas@sidra.org
…Mar - 28Clinical Research Methodology Symposium
The Women’s Clinical team at Sidra Medicine announces the Clinical Research Methodology Symposium in line with Sidra’s learning agenda.
The symposium is aimed at “clinical research methodology” to bridge the gap in knowledge clinical research programs. The symposium intends to provide the platform for clinical staff with research interest to discuss the research methodologies and be able to explore the challenges in clinical research cohesively.
Date: This 3-day event will take place from 28-30 March 2019
Location: Al Jawhara, Ballroom, InterContinental Doha – The City, Doha, Qatar
Target Audience: The content of the symposium has been put together to meet the learning and knowledge needs of healthcare providers who are interested in clinical research
- Physicians
- Nurses
- Midwives
- Pharmacists
- Healthcare professionals interested in clinical research
Learning Objective: Delegates attending the symposium will
1. Identify the challenges of basic research methods
2. Correlate and construct the challenges of research questions.
3. Interpret a newer dimension for research proposals
4. Develop and plan for clinical research writing methods
CPD
QCHP StatementThis Activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners-Accreditation Department (QCHP-AD) and is approved for a maximum of 20 hours for Category 1.
JAStatement
“This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 20 hours Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change”.
Scientific Planning Committee
1. Dr. Manoj Mohan, Symposium Program Director and Medical Director of Research (A), WCMG, Sidra Medicine.
2. Dr. Michel Makhlouf, Chair (I) WCMG, Sidra Medicine
3. Dr. Osman Ortashi, Senior Attending Physician, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
4. Dr. Gbemisola Okunoye, Conference Director, WCMG, Sidra Medicine.
5. Naser Elkum, Investigator Clinical Research, Sidra Medicine.
6. Dr. Sheriff Abdel Fattah, Senior Attending Physician, Sidra Medicine
7. Stephanie Fortunat, Manager, Business Operations, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
8. Dr. Madhavi Manoharan, Senior Attending Physician, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
9. Zulakha Valimohamed, Clinical Midwife, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
10. Amena Bhatti, Clinical Pharmacist, Sidra Medicine
11. Antoinette Nadeeparambil, Executive Assistant, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
12. Noricel Hernandez, Executive Assistant, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
13. Manjulla Vinolia Pinto, Office Manager, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
14. Triciabel Esquieres, Senior Administrative Assistant, WCMG, Sidra Medicine
Events Team
1. Aisha Al Zaman
2. Hamda Zain Al Abdeen
3. Emma Morris
Contact Info: wcmgevents@sidra.org
Aug - 1World Breastfeeding Week 2019
The Sidra Medicine Health Promotion and Lactation team are celebrating World Breastfeeding Week 2019 in collaboration with Qatar National Library
August 1
7:00-8:00 a.m.
Auditorium
Sidra Medicine Staff SymposiumAugust 3
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Qatar National Library
Workshop for Expectant Mothers and Fathers (Free)
RegistrationAugust 4
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8:00-11:00 a.m.
OPC Plaza Level
Public Information BoothOct - 10Qatar's Pediatric Radiology Symposium 2019 in conjunction with the 2nd Annual Meeting of Middle East Society of Pediatric Radiology (MESPR)
This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners -Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 9.25 hour/s. This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 9.25 hours Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) for learning and change.
Pediatric radiology is a relatively small but rapidly growing field and there are only a small number of radiologists belonging to this group worldwide. Our conference will be valuable for all radiologists wishing to practice pediatric imaging as well as educate other non-radiologist physicians seeking to learn more about the most current methods and practices within various pediatric specialties. We look forward to welcoming our peers from across the healthcare sector so that we can all play a role in advancing pediatric care across the country.
In recent years, the breadth and scope of imaging evaluation continue to rapidly increase particularly in pediatric patients. The main focus of our program is in response to this constantly changing and advancing the field of pediatric imaging that makes it often challenging for trainees and practicing radiologists to stay current and up-to-date.
This two-day symposium will provide a one of a kind unique opportunity to learn the most up to date and comprehensive review of fundamental and advanced imaging modalities for evaluating various disorders in infants and children.
First, this comprehensive pediatric Interventional, neuro, Nuclear Medicine and body radiology educational program provide a practical overview of currently available techniques and clinical applications that can be used for assessing both congenital and acquired disorders. In addition, the program will also review pitfalls in imaging interpretation and the optimal methods for imaging various normal and abnormal anatomic structures as well as clinically important disorders. The fundamental educational format of this program is the didactic lecture style by world-renowned radiology experts and regional speakers with tailored lectures specifically applicable to local and regional pediatric patients in the Middle East.
Our program is also supplemented by a highly effective interactive case-based review session, which includes substantial time for audience interaction and will be a great resource for trainees preparing for their board examination. Last but foremost, one of the most important purposes of the symposium is to meet both the high profile international leaders in the field of pediatric radiology as well as local and regional radiologists interested in pediatric imaging in the Middle East. We hope that your direct interaction with speakers and colleagues from many different countries will stimulate a creative exchange of ideas and build an important network for your patient care and professional development.
Aside from this concentrated offering of educational opportunities, we will be delighted to introduce our guests to Doha and Qatar, including the lovely harbor, and the inviting desert (the weather in October will be perfect for outdoor activities). We will be coordinating special tours including the authentic old market of the “Souq Waqif”, the many art and cultural exhibitions, and ‘sneak peaks’ of the magnificent stadiums being completed for the World Cup of 2022. All in all, it will be a fantastic learning and cultural experience. Please join us.
Delegate Profile
We anticipate an audience of attendees from around the world as world pediatric radiology expertise is at Sidra medicine on the horizon in 2019.
The scientific program will focus on a variety of imaging specialties and will provide a unique opportunity for Radiologists from all over the place to network with their colleagues from the Middle East.
Registration is open to all fully trained Radiologists, Radiologists in training, Pediatric Radiologists, Radiologists with an interest in pediatric imaging and clinicians including Pediatricians, Neonatologists and Pediatric Surgeons with an interest in pediatrics neuro and body imaging. Radiographers and Technologists are also promoted to attend.Learning Objectives
- Identify, define, recognize and describe neurological, neurosurgical and head and neck conditions encountered when imaging children
- Identify, define, recognize and describe body conditions encountered when imaging children and fetuses
- Review diagnostic and interventional imaging techniques in children.
- Review molecular imaging techniques in children.
Registration Details
Early Bird (QAR)until 10th October 2019
Attending Physician/Consultants 600
Fellows and Residents 200
Technologists, Radiographers, Nurses and other Allied Health Professionals 150
Medical and Radiographers in Training (Must have their Student ID when at the event) FreeRegular Registration (QAR) from 11th October 2019
Attending Physician/Consultants 600
Fellows and Residents 400
Technologists, Radiographers, Nurses and other Allied Health Professionals 300
Medical and Radiographers in Training (Must have their Student ID when at the event) 150Symposium Program
Accommodation and Travel
Doha offers a diverse spectrum of accommodation facilities. Doha international airport is reachable from across the globe with flights from hundreds of destinations daily.The JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha is the symposium venue and special group rates are available.
Speakers
Andrea Rossi, MD IRCCS Istituto Giannina Gaslini Children’s Hospital, Genova, Italy
Elysa Widjaja, MD, The Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada
Jehan Al Rayahi, MD, Sidra Medicine
Edward Y. Lee, MD, MPH, Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA
Noor Al Khori, MD, Sidra Medicine
Walid Mubarak, MD, Sidra Medicine
Ricardo Restrepo, MD Miami Children’s Hospital, Miami, USA
Karen Bradshaw, MD, Sidra Medicine
Mehdi Djekidel, MD Sidra Medicine
Organizing/Scientific Committee
• Abdusamea Shabani
• Dr. Edward Lee
• Catherine Owens
• Samuel Stafrace
• Noor Al Khori
• Jehan Al Rayahi
• Mehdi Djekidel
• Ashley Robinson
• Mooza Al Kuwari
• Jasna Palliparambil
• Tahra Al-Suwaidi
• Vladimir Bahun
• Diarmuid QuinnSponsors
Silver Sponsorship
- Khalid Scientific Co. WLL in association with Philips
Bronze Sponsorship
- Al Zahrawi Medical Supplies LLC
- TOTAL E&P QATAR
Oct - 19Sidra Medicine Pharmacy Conference
Saturday, October 19
Sidra Medicine Auditorium HB-2D-100Sidra Medicine is proud to announce its Inaugural Pharmacy Conference. The event will focus on essential topics for Pharmacy Technicians in Qatar such as automated dispensing, aseptic techniques, unit dosing, medication management processes and more. The aim is to educate colleagues in Qatar and share awareness of the role and development opportunities for Pharmacy Technicians.
This activity is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Category 1) as defined by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners -Accreditation Department and is approved for a maximum of 7.00 hour/s. This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 7.00 hours Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) for learning and change.
Main Program Highlights
- Role of Pharmacy Technicians in hospital pharmacy
- Automated dispensing and robotics in hospital pharmacy
- Compounding sterile medication preparations and aseptic techniques
- Unit dose medication dispensing challenges and opportunities
- Medication management processes in specialized clinical areas
Who Should Attend?- Pharmacists
- Pharmacy Students
- Pharmacy Technicians
- Pharmacy Technician Students
