Wound Care meetings & conferences

17th Pan Arab Conference on Diabetes PACD17

26th to 29th March, 2013 Cairo, Egypt

The scientific sessions of the conference will be dominated by scientific data from worthy speakers. This will be beneficial for post graduate trainees, district specialists and family physicians. Keeping in view this background, the conference will focus on new aspects and current updates, introduced recently in the field of diabetes and its related disorders.

This conference is a timely reminder of the inter-related nature of today's non-communicable diseases and of the complexity of diabetes itself. The conference is also an indication of the ongoing commitment of the fight against diabetes in the Arab nations and our efforts in Egypt and Arab countries on behalf of people with diabetes, their families and those who provide their care. Based on the above the organizing committee is preparing to receive about 3000 participants as this conference is already the biggest one not only in the Arab region but also in the whole Middle East area.

We wish that all the family physicians and specialists of the region will participate in this conference to update their knowledge, especially on prevention of diabetes and its complications like coronary artery disease which is one of the major killers of the human life.

The EDC (Center for Diabetes Education) in collaboration with the other societies are organizing the 17th Pan Arab Conference on Diabetes (PACD17), experts from different countries will exchange their experiences in the field of Diabetes and its related disorders. Recent advances in Population Studies, clinical and basic research will be presented. International scientists will give state of the art lectures. A number of sessions will be devoted to presentations of original contributions. Many satellite Symposia will be held during the conference.

The official Language of the conference is English. There will be no simultaneous translation.

Theme areas:

Diabetic Foot
Diabetes Education
Electronic Recording
Medical Writing

Please contact the official agency or the conference secretariat at the following addresses:

Pure Spot Congress & Event Organizers

Address: 1 Awal Mayo Buildings, El-Nasr Road, Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt.
Tel: +20 2 267 21 944
Fax: +20 2 267 18 421
GSM: +20 10065 700 64 +20 128 62 111 76
Email: Info@EGYPURE.org
pure@onlinediabetes.net
Web Site: www.egypure.org

6th Annual Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association Clinical Practice Forum

Managing Complex Chronic Illness: Trajectories and Transitions

September 14-15, 2012 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The keynote address will be delivered by Judith A. Paice, PhD, RN.

Two pre-conferences are offered on Friday September 14, 2012 from 8 – 11:30 a.m.

-- Creative Management of Complex Wounds in the Presence of Chronic Illness presented by Carol Mathews, BSN, CWOCN, Nurse Clinician, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), Pittsburgh, PA

--Putting the Pieces Together for Advanced Practice Palliative Nursing presented by Constance Dahlin, APRN, BC, ACHPN®, FPCN, FAAN, North Shore Medical Center, Salem, MA

The HPNA Clinical Practice Forum is purposely developed with an interdisciplinary focus and always provides attendees a unique blend of interaction, participation, conversation, and networking with colleagues from around the country.

International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society 17th Annual Meeting

The 17th IFESS Annual Meeting will be held in Banff, Canada, September 9 -12, 2012; IFESS would like to extend a warm invitation to all researchers, educators, health care providers, business representatives, government representatives, and policy experts from around the world to hear, learn, and share the latest advances in functional electrical stimulation technology. This year’s theme of the conference will be “Smart Machines – Neural Evolution” and will highlight the past, present and future of FES technology.

Conference Sessions

Electrical Stimulation and Regenerative Medicine
Neuromorphic Engineering
Deep Brain Stimulation and Neuromodulation
Electrodes and Circuits
Bionic Medicine and Plasticity
Reanimating the Limbs: Neuroprostheses and Exoskeletons
Brain-machine Interfaces
Somatosensory Prostheses
Pressure Ulcers and the Role of Neuroprostheses
Secondary Complications, Exercise and Denervated Muscles
New Directions

NEW TO IFESS – Plenary Sessions Discussion Topics

The Path to Success of the Cochlear Prosthesis
Neural Prostheses: Lessons Learned and Future Directions
From the Community Perspective
Plenary, Keynote, and other Distinguished Speakers

To learn more about the conference please visit our website at www.ifess2012.com

International Symposium on Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics ISOPT Clinical 2013

March 7-10, 2013 Paris, France

ISOPT will reconvene in Paris March 7 – 10 for our 10th symposium. Over the years, ISOPT has repeatedly shaped its form so it can accommodate to provide a collaborative atmosphere for clinicians, clinical trialists, pharma industry and regulatory officers. Our formed vision has been to increase knowledge and awareness of drug usage in ophthalmology reflecting innovations and their utilization in practice. In order to achieve this vision ISOPT is set to implement the following missions:

Educate via updating and sharing current and evolving treatment algorithms for practitioners.

Connect data arising from clinical studies to actual daily practice.

Facilitate innovation via panels and discussions of early and late “development related topics”.

We invite you to join us in Paris, and become a part of ISOPT, bring your own experience and insights of treating your patients, be exposed to the last two year clinical experience gained in major industry supported studies and be part of the efforts to reflect scientific data to clinical reality and patient care.

ISOPT has become famous for its informal atmosphere and the ability to meet experts and faculty leaders for “out of the lecture hall” discussions.

Whether your field of interest is in retinal diseases, inflammation, cornea and external diseases, glaucoma or basic science you may contribute and be part of the ISOPT spirit.

Focused Update in Medical Management

Retina

Dry AMD

Wet AMD

Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic Macular Edema

Retinal Vein Occlusion

Retinal Degeneration

Devices & Drug Delivery

Inflammation & Infection
Allergic Conjunctivitis

Treatment Updates

Clinical Studies for Uveitis

Cases Presentation

Ocular Infections

Basic Science

Therapy of Neovascularization

Inhibition of Diabetic Retinopathy

Antioxidants and Nutrition

Vascular Targets

Gene Therapy

Glaucoma

Conventional & Potential Glaucoma Therapy

Glaucoma Therapy & Ocular Surface

Inraocular Pressure & Glaucoma

Blood Flow & Glaucoma

External Eye Diseases
Dry Eye Treatment Innovations

Dry Eye-Ocular Surface Clinical Trials

Wound Healing

External Eye Diseases

Anterior Segment Imaging

Devices

Drug Development

Drug Delivery

Imaging

Toxicology

Nano Technology

Regulation of Ophthalmic Products

Ethics

A platform for informal communication with experts in drug development

Symposium Secretariat

Paragon Conventions
18, Avenue Louis-Casai
1209 Geneva, Switzerland
Tel: +41 (0)22 5330 948
Fax: +41 (0)22 5802 953
Email: isopt@isopt.net

27th Annual Clinical Symposium on Advances in Skin & Wound Care: The Conference for Prevention and Healing

October 20 - 23, 2012 Las Vegas, Nevada

Bought to you by Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, publisher of Advances in Skin & Wound Care.Join us October 20-23, Las Vegas, Nevada for the 27th Annual Clinical Symposium on Advances in Skin & Wound Care: The Conference for Prevention and Healing. The conference is produced by Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, publisher of Advances in Skin & Wound Care.

The conference will meet the continuing-education needs of multidisciplinary skin and wound care practitioners, from novice to expert, by providing a forum for educational sessions and interactive workshops that offer comprehensive wound management strategies.

We’re expecting 1,000 multidisciplinary practitioners at this year’s conference—nurses, physicians, podiatrists, physical therapists, dietitians and others who manage skin and wound care patients across the continuum of health care. We’ll offer CE credit for nurses, CME credit for physicians, CPME credit for podiatrists, CEUs for physical therapists, and CPEUs for Registered Dieticians and Dietetic Technicians.

Objectives

After attending the symposium, you'll be able to:

Apply basic to advanced concepts in the science of wound healing to your practice or role in preventing and managing wounds.

Discuss current clinical practice, plus how to integrate cutting-edge treatments, emerging technologies, and research breakthroughs.

Identify credible, balanced, and relevant clinical practice issues.

Network with faculty and colleagues to maintain and grow relationships.

Attendee Information, Continuing Education, & General Conference Information:

Karyn Cousart
1-800-346-7844 x 7750
Karyn.Cousart@wolterskluwer.com

or

Jessica Clark
1-800-346-7844 x 7798
Jessica.Clark@wolterskluwer.com

Innovations in Biomedical Materials 2012

September 10-13, 2012 Raleigh, North Carolina

Innovations in Biomedical Materials 2012 brings together the materials research, manufacturing and medical communities to explore technological advancements, facilitate product innovations, and identify potential new applications. This conference will specifically look at technological advancements, discuss product innovations and identify potential applications. Biomaterials 2012 emphasizes collaboration between R&D, medical practitioners, and biomedical materials manufacturers/marketers to better develop emerging technologies into marketable products.

The conference strives to answer:

What research is being conducted that will lead to advances in biomedical materials for tissue engineering, novel treatments, and other medical applications?
What material and product innovations are needed in order for the medical community to improve treatments?
How can businesses capitalize on basic research and understand medical community needs to shape innovative and effective new products?

Unique Opportunity

Connect with biomaterial researchers, medical practitioners, and manufacturers throughout the world.
Expand knowledge of new scientific developments in key application areas.
Network with your peers and share your perspective on new technological developments.
Gain insight for product development and marketing.
Learn about the latest results in research and development.
Share your needs and desires in products with materials manufacturers in order to improve R&D of next generation biomaterials.
Investigate the latest product and services of more than 20 exhibitors.

Who Should Attend
If you work in the research or business side of the biomedical materials field, then you must attend Biomaterials 2012.

Scientists and engineers working on the research and development of new materials, products and processes for medical applications.

Manufacturers and marketers working to put these technological advancements into practice by developing effective products, devices, and treatments.

Doctors, nurses and other medical practitioners looking to help shape product and processes that will enable them to treat patients more effectively.

Technical Tracks

Uses of Bioactive Glass in New Treatments
Blood Vessel and Nerve Guides
3-D Scaffolds for Tissue Regeneration
Malleable Bone Void Fillers
Wound and Burn Treatment
Composites

Surface Treatments and Coating of Titanium Implants
Sensors
Biomedical Imaging
Radiation Treatment
Hemostasis and Blood Loss Control

Organization
Steven Jung, PhD
Senior Research Engineer
Mo-Sci Corporation
573-364-2338

Roger Narayan, MD, PhD
Professor, Biomedical Engineering
University of North Carolina and NC State University
919-696-8488

Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society 44th Annual Meeting

WOCN 44th Annual Meeting June 9-13, 2012 Charlotte, North Carolina

Topics include but are not restricted to:

Wound

Evidence-Based Interventions
Management of Complex Wounds
Psychosocial and Quality of Life Aspects
Dermatological Management/Issues
Nutritional Issues in Wound Healing
Product Selection and Innovations

Ostomy

Evidence-Based Interventions
Stomal/Peristomal Complications
Continent Diversion Issues
Psychosocial and Quality of Life Aspects
Product Selection and Innovations
Clinical Outcomes

Continence

Evidence-Based Treatment and Management
Assessment Techniques
Complications of Incontinence: Dermatological Issues; Urinary Tract Infection; Renal Deterioration
Management of Intractable Incontinence
Issues in Bladder and Bowel Continence Management
Psychosocial and Quality of Life Issues
Continence Clinics

Professional Practice

Clinical Practice Outcomes; Standards of Care; Clinical Pathways
Role Justification Issues: Data Collection; Cost/Benefit Studies; CQI Programs Specific to the WOC Nurse Scope of Practice
Computer Software Applications: Database Programs; Statistical Packages; Educational Resources
Restructuring in Health Care Settings, Strategies for Survival
Marketing Strategies to Staff, Administrators, Peers
Implementing a Pressure Ulcer Prevention Program
Satisfaction Measurement