Upcoming Medical Conferences in Belgium

13th Edition of the Respiratory Oncology Update 2019 is organized by Congress care and will be held on Oct 19, 2019 at Dolce La Hulpe Brussels, La Hulpe, Brabant Wallon, Belgium. Description: The meeting will report on all major meetings and recently published data, including – but not limited to – ASCO, WCLC, ESMO, ESTRO, ESTS, etc. This accredited meeting will again have a patronage by the Belgian Society for Pneumology. For those of you who are less familiar with the formula, this event remains a meeting by a multidisciplinary team of Belgian experts in pulmonary medicine, pathology, respiratory oncology, radiotherapy and thoracic surgery. They will summarize the news of the year in their field from major meetings and papers over the past year. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

ESCR Annual Scientific Meeting 2019 is organized by The European Society of Cardiovascular Radiology (ESCR) and will be held from Oct 24 - 26, 2019 at Flanders Meeting & Convention Center Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.  Accreditation: The Escr Annual Scientific Meeting 2019, Antwerp, Belgium, 24/10/2019-26/10/2019 Has Been Accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (Eaccme®) With 18 European CME Credits (Ecmec®s). Each Medical Specialist Should Claim Only Those Hours of Credit That He/she Actually Spent in the Educational Activity. Continuing Education Credits For Belgian Specialists they Have Secured 6 Points From the Federal Agency for Nuclear Control (Fanc/afcn). For the Riziv/inami, 21 Accreditation Points, Including 3 Ethics & Economy Points Have Been Requested and Are Currently in Their Last Stage of Acceptance. Description: Radiology has always been a rapidly evolving specialty, closely linked to technical innovations but also actively contributing to a better understanding of pathophysiological processes in a wide variety of diseases. This is actually especially true in the field of non-invasive cardiovascular imaging, where new techniques including e.g. parametric MR mapping for tissue characterisation, non-invasive CT-based fraction flow reserve calculations, and evolving insights in the evaluation and treatment of valvular heart disease with CT/MR are leading to improved diagnostic possibilities and better patient care. The current annual meeting will provide plenty of opportunities to learn the latest insights into cutting-edge clinical imaging applications, not only through lectures by respected speakers, but also through a variety of dedicated workshops on contemporary topics. Finally, the rise of artificial intelligence and big data is undeniable, with a growing impact on the workflow and position of the radiologist. Dedicated sessions will provide the necessary insights relevant to clinical practice. They are also very proud to, for the first time, provide special sessions co-organised by the new ESCR Young Club. This Young Club, introduced during the ESTI/ESCR 2018 meeting, constitutes the latest initiative of the ESCR to reach out to young members, giving them a platform for discussion and education. While the ESCR meeting remains an event covering the latest imaging insights, basic refresher courses will not be forgotten, delivered with the same high quality and attention to detail as you are used from the ESCR. Workshops: IMPORTANT NOTE: Attendance to one or more workshops requires an active/paid congress registration. An additional workshop fee amounts to 10,00€ per workshop. Due to the limited number of places, early booking is recommended. Please note that workshop tickets cannot be refunded and changes in regard to the workshop selection may only be considered upon availability. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

2019 ISV Annual Congress is organized by International Society for Vaccines (ISV) and will be held from Oct 27 - 29, 2019 at Gent International Convention Center (Gent ICC), Gent, East Flanders, Belgium. Course Overview: Please see some preliminary Congress info below to enthuse you for the upcoming Congress: • The ISV Annual Congress is the world’s largest non-commercial scientific conference for basic and clinical researchers interested in vaccines and the underlying sciences, with broad coverage of topics related to vaccines and immunotherapies ranging from basic research through manufacturing and clinical trials for human and veterinary vaccines encompassing infectious diseases and cancer. The conference provides a platform to exchange ideas through lively discussions led by session chairs and through vibrant interactive poster sessions among the attendees. • Gender balance of session chairs and speakers as well as balance of the career stage of speakers is strongly supported. • A further attribute is inclusion of a high percentage of speakers selected from submitted abstracts, in addition to the invited keynote speakers. Special efforts are made to help trainees advance their careers with a career development panel discussion, feedback of poster presentations by senior scientists, and ISV’s mentoring program. • The ISV General Membership Meeting is held as part of the Annual Congress to determine key ISV policies and elect members of the ISV Executive Board. Participation in ISV is an excellent way to increase your scientific network and visibility. • In addition to representation from the global and regional vaccine groups such as the Korean Vaccine Society (KVS) and the Japanese Society of Vaccines (JSV), the ISV China branch will also join the Congress. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available

The 4th EAAR Annual Congress on New Medical Device Regulations (RMD2019) is organized by Bioevents and will be held from Oct 28 - 29, 2019 at Steigenberger Wiltcher's, Brussels, Belgium. Description: In conjunction with EAAR (European Association of Authorized Representatives), our excellent panel of experienced professionals in this field will once again ensure a congress of noteworthy quality. Topics to be covered, among others will be: • Implementation of the New Regulations • The Road to 2020: Overview of Regulatory Developments • Major Regulatory Compliance Challenges for the Industry • Challenges for National Competent Authorities • New Legal Challenges to the Medical Device Industry • Scope, Borderlines and Classification • General Safety and Performance Requirements • Practical Aspects of Clinical Evaluation: What needs to be updated now and  how to plan for  Future Compliance under the MDR • Impact of the MD/IVD-Regulations on Quality Management Systems • View of a Notified Body on the MDR Implementation Steps • Post-Market Surveillance • Do you need to plan for PMCF and What are the Possibilities for Gathering PMCF Data? • The Impact of Increased Transparency and Traceability Resulting from Eudamed and the  Introduction of UDI • Vigilance • What can we Expect from the MDR Authorized Representative? • Special IVD Issues • Software • Conflicts Between Economic Operators  Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

10th Interdisciplinary World Congress on Low Back and Pelvic Girdle Pain is organized by Medicongress and will be held during Oct 28 - 31, 2019 at Flanders Meeting & Convention Center Antwerp, Antwerpen, Belgium. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Multidisciplinary Management of Non-melanoma Skin Cancer (NMSC) Conference is organized by European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) and will be held from Nov 07 - 09, 2019 at ESTRO Office, Brussels, Belgium. Target Group: This advanced multidisciplinary course is aimed at radiation oncologist and clinical oncologists, dermatologists, surgeons, allied health care professionals and other specialists and trainees who have a special interest in non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) and would like to update their knowledge in the multidisciplinary management of patients with NMSC. The course may also be of interest to medical physicists and radiographers who would like an overview of the current practicein NMSC. Description: The course will be interactive and including a variety of teaching methods. There will be also special sessions covering extended content dedicated to Mohs’ and plastic surgery, and skin radiotherapy, brachytherapy and radiobiology for those participants who wish for advanced knowledge in the relevant fields. Course Aim: • Provide a comprehensive overview of current management options in NMSC • Highlight the need for improved interdisciplinary collaboration • Concept and management of high risk, locally advanced and metastatic NMSC • NMSC in special circumstances and rare skin pathologies • Clinical consultation of NMSC patient • Role of multidisciplinary team meetings in the management of NMSC • Overview of current research, clinical trials and technical developments in NMSC. Course Objectives: By the end of this course participants should be able to: • Understand prophylaxis, epidemiology and pathology of NMSC with special focus on basal, squamous and Merkel cell carcinoma. Rare skin cancers will also be included. • Discuss advantages and limitations of imaging modalities used for diagnosis and treatment of NMSC • Understand indications and limitations of surgical and non-surgical treatment modalities in NMSC • Develop a deep understanding of best practices in NMSC and provide patients with the best possible treatment, skin care advice and follow-up care • Understand challenges of palliative and supportive care in NMSC patients • Have a general understanding of principles in geriatric oncology and integrate geriatric oncology assessment into clinical practice involving NMSC patients • Summarise the latest technical developments and gain knowledge of future directions in research and clinical trials in the management of NMSC. Course Content: Epidemiology,prevention, pathology and bio-markers of NMSC • The role of imaging in diagnosis and treatment of NMSC • Surgical and non-surgical treatments of NMSC • Physics and mould room input in dermatological radiotherapy and brachytherapy • Radiobiology of the skin • Follow-up and management of side effects during and after skin cancer treatment • Role of allied health care professionals in NMSC management surgical and non-surgical treatment modalities in NMSC • Have at least basic experience with radiation therapy for NMSC patients. If the participant is not a radiation oncologist or clinical oncologist (including training post) they should be involved in multidisciplinary case discussions or have special interest in NMSC patients • Be prepared to ask questions and contribute to live and interactive discussions. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

3rd Proctology course is organized by Flemish Association for Gastroenterology / Vlaamse Vereniging voor Gastro-Enterologie (VVGE) and will be held from Nov 07 - 08, 2019 at La Reserve Hotel, Knokke, West Flanders, Belgium. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

3rd International Oncology Leadership Conference is organized by Association of Cancer Executives (ACE) and will be held from Nov 17 - 19, 2019 at Hotel Julien, Antwerp, Belgium. Why Should You Attend? The International Oncology Leadership Conference (IOLC) brings together Oncology Administrators, Oncologists, Administrative Managers, Business Operations Managers, Chief Administrative Officers, Chief Nursing Officers, Clinical Administrators, Radiation Oncology Managers, Patient Navigators & Service Line Directors from all around the world to discuss best practices and current topics in the field. Here are few topics that were discussed at previous IOLC’s: • The United Nations of Oncology: How Sarah Cannon has brought together programs, people, processes and places to form a united front in the fight against cancer • Networking Opportunities and Pitfalls: A Tale of Four Cities  • Clinical Trials and Recruitment • MD and Administrator Burnout • Patient Satisfactory and Delivery – Measuring Outcomes  • Rethinking Fight against Cancer from a Determinants of Health Approach • Innovations in Technology • Personalized Medicine & Genomics • Innovations in Staffing • Regulatory Structures and Issues • Data Acquisitions • Global Health Populations • Cost of Care • Population Health • Oncology Service Line Management • Cancer treatment in the 21st Century • Tackling Access, Quality, and the Cost of Cancer Care Internationally • Clinical Research & Trials • Big Data to Better Cancer Care • Bending the Cost and Quality Curve – How Nations judge their Clinical Quality of Care • Economics of Cancer Care: Access to Budgetary Decisions and Negotiations related to Pharmaceutical Pricing • Precision data - bridging the gap between clinical and payer value in Value Based Healthcare  Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Echocardiography for Hemodynamic Monitoring 2019 is organized by International Symposium on Intensive Care and Emergency Medicine (ISICEM) and will be held from Nov 19 - 21, 2019 at Hospital Erasme, Brussels, Belgium.  Aim: To promote the use of echocardiography in the hemodynamic evaluation of critically ill patients. General description: The course, will be interactive, with a lot of time devoted to questions, hands-on sessions, and discussions of live video-transmissions. From this year, the course will be split into two sections: beginners (no or minimal clinical experience with echo) and advanced (have previously attended an echo course and have at least 1-year’s practical echo experience). On the first day, we will review some of the basics of echocardiography for our beginners and cover some more complex topics for our advanced group. The second and third days will describe how to use this technique to evaluate the hemodynam Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.

Polycystic Ovary, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity is organized by BT Congress and will be held from Nov 25 - 26, 2019 at Royal Academy of Medicine of Belgium, Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium. Course Description: The impacts of polycystic ovary syndrome, metabolic syndrome and obesity are more and more evident in our daily practice. All around the world the incidence of excess weight and insulin resistance in patients is on the rise, both of which have a major impact not only on the reproductive process, but also on the quality and duration of life, as well as the dominance of diseases. Although these issues are rooted in genetics, they can also originate in fetal life, a variable quality/quantity of available nutrients, and/or reduced physical activity. The primary role is to detect and tackle these diseases in order to correct their impact on the female body, and their relationship with fertility, pregnancy, cardiovascular diseases and gynecological cancers. This course will address all of these aspects, covering all ages from adolescence to the post-menopause life stage. Furthermore, it will offer a unique chance to interact directly with course leaders, working in small groups on specific problems related to clinical cases, new technologies and treatment strategies. This two-day course is provided by the ISGRE as part of its ongoing commitment to Continuing Medical Education, and represents a fantastic opportunity to update your knowledge and clinical skill set. Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.