Upcoming Medical Conferences in Israel

The 65th Annual conference of the Israel Heart Society in Association with the Israel Society of Cardiothoracic Surgery is organized by Paragon Group and will be held during Apr 24 - 25, 2018 at InterContinental David Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, Israel. Topics: • Adult Congenital Heart Disease / Pediatric Cardiology • Basic Science • Cardiac Imaging • Echocardiography and Valvular Diseases • Heart Failure • Intensive Care / Myocardial/Pericardial Diseases • Interventional Cardiology • Pacing and Electrophysiology • Rehabilitation/Epidemiology / Prevention and Risk Factors /Pharmacotherapy and Cardiac Pharmacology Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Health Systems Management is organized by Galilee International Management Institute (GIMI) and will be held during May 01 - 14, 2018 at Galilee International Management Institute’s Study Centre, Nazareth, HaZafon (North), Israel. The target audience for this medical event is Hospital Directors and Officers, Government Officials, Medical Doctors, Health Administrators, Policy Makers, Health Organisation Directors. Curriculum • National health Insurance Reform • Family Medicine: Base of the Health System • Stress management and work attrition • Workshop: Principles of management and effective management of resources • Physicians’ duty for XXI Century- Decalogue of the Modern Physician • Human resources management and financial management • Dilemmas of medical technology acquisition in view of budget constraints • Budget management in medical systems and hospitals • Electronic medical records • Project management Study Tours • Primary Care Clinics • Secondary Care Clinics • Tertiary care: Governmental and other Public Hospitals • Hospital Information System • Multiphasic Screening System (MSS) - Diagnostic center (MOR) • MADA, Israeli National Emergency Medical Service • Hospital Rehabilitation Center • Voluntary rehabilitation equipment center • Human Resources management The curriculum and study tours are subject to change at the discretion of the administration. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

International Symposium on Advanced Treatments and Technologies in Oncology (SONCO) is organized by Bio events and will be held during May 07 - 08, 2018 at Tel Aviv, Israel. The target audience for this medical event is oncologists, basic scientists, physicians, CRA’s, start-up companies and other interested parties. Conference Description : This Conference will focus on the latest treatments and technologies in oncology with a focus on precision medicine and immunotherapy. The Congress will address the effect that precision medicine and immunotherapy are making on clinical trial design for cancer drugs in an ever changing market. This Conference will focus on the following key areas : • Cancer Economics • Big Data • Investigator Initiated Studies • Tissue Banking • And other exciting topics… REGISTRATION FOR ISRAELIS Physicians / Academia / Research coordinators / representatives of the health system : Early Fee (Dec 31, 2018) : ILS 250 Regular Fee (Mar 31, 2018) : ILS 350 Conference Fee (Apr 30, 2018) : ILS 400 Late & On site Fee (May 07, 20180 : ILS 450 Pharmaceutical Companies / Medical Equipment / CRO / Service Providers : Early Fee (Dec 31, 2018) : ILS 950 Regular Fee (Mar 31, 2018) : ILS 1100 Conference Fee (Apr 30, 2018) : ILS 1300 Late & On site Fee (May 07, 20180 : ILS 1500 Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Concepts and Trends for Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment is organized by Penn Medicine - Department of Radiology and will be held during May 07 - 09, 2018 at Hilton Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, Israel. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 20.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Description: This three-day course is designed to meet the educational needs of breast imaging and general radiologists, as well as other clinicians, who are involved in the care of patients undergoing diagnostic or interventional breast procedures. Faculty will present current methods and future trends in breast cancer detection and diagnosis. Digital breast tomosynthesis, ultrasound, and MRI will be discussed, as well as secondary screening techniques (abbreviated MRI, whole breast ultrasound, and molecular breast imaging) and screening controversies. Minimally invasive biopsies and new therapies will be reviewed. Current research and methods to include under-represented populations will be considered. This meeting will address breast cancer topics from a multidisciplinary point-of-view, presented by speakers from Europe, the United States, and Israel. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to: • Discuss new diagnostic and interventional techniques in breast cancer management • Explain the role of digital breast tomosynthesis • Improve image-guided breast biopsy techniques • Recognize the role of standard breast MRI for screening, diagnosis, and management • Address the use of abbreviated breast MRI for intermediate risk screening • Identify international trends in breast imaging utilization • Describe primary and secondary screening modalities, including abbreviated breast • MRI, molecular breast imaging, and whole breast ultrasound • Explain emerging MRI (diffusion) and ultrasound (elastography) technologies • Discuss the impact of artificial intelligence and deep learning in breast imaging Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Building A Bridge Between Radiology and Orthopedics: Controversies & Complications is organized by Penn Medicine - Department of Radiology and will be held during May 09 - 11, 2018 at Hilton Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, Israel. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 19.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Course Description: The bridge between Radiology and Orthopedics is a key component to the success of providing patients with the best quality of care. This teamwork becomes even more significant when dealing with complications and with controversial issues. Our 3-day CME course will cover, in-tandem, topics in musculoskeletal medicine including trauma, joint replacement, sports medicine, and spine from the radiologist and orthopaedist point of view. Imaging of these topics in all modalities including ultrasound-guided intervention is included. Each clinical talk delivered by a radiologist and orthopaedist will address, "What does the Radiologist need to know?" and "What do I need to know from the Radiologist?" Each session includes a multidisciplinary panel composed of internationally renowned radiologists and orthopedic surgeons who will debate on "How I do it” They will also discuss interesting cases submitted by our course participants. Learning Objectives: • Improve the quality of their reports • Identify controversial issues in musculoskeletal medicine and the relevant imaging findings • Recognize surgical techniques and post-operative imaging • Describe the utilization of different imaging modalities and image-guided interventions • Demonstrate improved communication between radiologists and orthopaedists.

EuroCVP 2018, the 6th Annual Congress of the European Society of Cardiology Working Group on Cardiovascular Pharmacotherapy is organized by European Society of Cardiology (ESC), Paragon Group and will be held during May 13 - 14, 2018 at Dan Hotel, Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, Israel. The target audience for this medical event is Clinical Cardiologists, Heart Failure, Acute Coronary Care, Invasive Cardiologists, Interventional Cardiologists, Non Invasive Cardiologists, Cardiac Surgeons, Primary Care Physicians, Internal Medicine, Intensive Care Personnel, Cardio Oncologists, Cardiac Electrophysiologists, Nuclear Cardiologists, Lipidologists, Internists, Pulmonologists, Biomedical Engineers, Cardiology Nurses, Clinical Trialists, Research nurses, Research Co-Ordinators, Clinical Trial Personnel, CROs (Contract Research Organizations), Clinical Trial Monitors, CRAs (Clinical Research Associates). Conference Topics: • Pharmacology for Cardiologists • Heart Failure • Lipid-Lowering Therapy • Hypertension • Atrial Fibrillation • Cardiac Arrhythmias • Acute and Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease • Angina Pectoris • Diabetes • Special Regulator vs Industry Session • Expert Opinions • ‘How to’ Sessions • Focus Sessions • Clinical Case Discussions • Round Table Discussions Joint Sessions: • Heart Failure Association of the ESC • International Society of Cardiovascular Pharmacotherapy • ESC Council on Hypertension • ESC Working Group on Thrombosis • ESC Working Group on Myocardial and Pericardial Diseases • Israel WG for Acute Cardiac Care Debates: Drugs in Development • Gene and Cell-Based Therapies • Non-Cardiovascular Drugs • Anticoagulation • New Therapies • Safety and Efficacy • Abstract Presentations • Young Investigator Award • Antiplatelet Treatment • Glucose Control • Lipid Management Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Mediterranean Society of Otology and Audiology (MSOA) 16th International Meeting is organized by Paragon Group and will be held during May 13 - 16, 2018 at Inbal Jerusalem Hotel, Jerusalem, Israel. The target audience for this medical event is Otorhinolaryngologists. Course description : As you all know Jerusalem is a unique, historical and holy city, where oldest traditions meet modern cutting edge technology. The weather in May is wonderful and we are sure this will be an unforgettable opportunity for the participants, to visit the historical sites on one hand and to tour the deserts, lush vineyards, mountains and vibrant beaches of Israel on the other hand. So, in addition to the scientific program we are planning to take advantage of this special setting and have a memorable social program. The 16th International Meeting of The Mediterranean Society of Otology and Audiology (MSOA) provides a unique platform to discuss all aspects of otology and audiology, which will be presented by an exciting faculty drawn from experts across the international community. The Mediterranean Society of Otology and Audiology (MSOA) is a unique and prestigious organization established in 1987 that supports and promotes scientific activities and collaboration in otology and audiology within the region. In addition to all the distinguished professionals from the Mediterranean member countries we expect to have numerous leading clinicians and researchers from all over the world participating in the conference and contribute to the rich scientific program. Don't miss the opportunity to join peers and key opinion leaders in Jerusalem, Israel 13-16 May, 2018. Get a head start, visit MSOA 2018 website. Speakers: Cahtia Adelman, Pierre Attal, Joseph Attias, Fazil Necdet Ardıç, Daphne Ari-Even Roth, Karen Avraham, Denis Ayache, Munir Demir Bajin, Maurizio Barbara, Saba Battelino, Wolf Dieter Baumgartner, Yildirim A. Bayazit, Jacob Ben-David, Joseph Bloom, Srećko Branica, Rob Briggs, Bela Buki, Sergio Carmona, Augusto Casani, Carlos Cenjor, Udi Cinamon, Bernard Cohen, Maurizio Cohen, Raanan Cohen-Kerem, Sharon Cushing, Soumit Dasgupta, Antonio Della Volpe, Arie DeRowe, Michael Dorman, Xavier Dubernard, Bruno Frachet, Bernard Fraysse, Arun Gadre, Bruce Gantz, Peter Gilbey, Benoit Godey, Avraham Goldfarb, Arie Gordin, Carlos Gordon, Kemal Gorur, Sivan Goshen, Menachem Gross, Enis Alpin Güneri, Robert Gürkov, Ophir Handzel, Robert Harrison, Yael Henkin, Ronna Hertzano, Mordechai Himelfarb, Ibrahim Hizalan, Yehuda Holdstein, Malou Hultcrantz, Armağan İncesulu, Huseyin Isildak, Adrian James, Dan Jiang, Mohan Kameswaran, Margalith Kaminer, Daniel Kaplan, Udi Katzenell, Michal Kaufman-Yechezkely, David M. Kaylie, Paul Kileny, Herman Kingma, Mete Kiroglu, Liat Kishon-Rabin, Riad Khnifes, Mordechai Kraus, Jona Kronenberg, Luis Lassaletta, Thomas Lenarz, Vadim Letichevsky, Robert Levine, Vincent Lin, Jose Antonio Lopez Escamez, Natalie Loundon, Leonel Luis, Michal Luntz, Ebrahim Magamseh, Jacques Magnan, Mans Magnusson, Marco Mandalà, Manuel Manrique, Tal Marom, Salim Mazzawi, Cemil Mutlu, Lela Migirov, Constantino Morera, Benjamin Nageris, Prepageran Narayanan, Daniele Nuti, Erwin Offeciers, Semsettin Okuyucu, Yahav Oron, Eva Orzan, Ali Özdek, Nuri Ozgirgin, Gaetano Paludetti, Blake Papsin, Ronen Perez, Nicolás Pérez Fernández, Hillel Pratt, Nicola Quaranta, Angel Ramos, Eyal Raveh, Thomas Roland, Jay T. Rubinstein, Michael J. Ruckenstein, John Rutka, Shakeel Saeed, Sarp Sarac, Levent Sennaroglu, Gonca Sennaroglu, Yisgav Shapira, Natan Shlamkovitch, Avi Shupak, Jean-Yves Sichel, Henryk Skarzynski, Piotr Skarzynski, Haim Sohmer, Thomas Somers, Michael Strupp, David Szmulewicz, Sharon Tamir, Magnus Teschner, Franco Trabalzini, David Ulanovsky, Cem Uzun, Noam Yehudai, Paul Van de Heyning, Paolo Vannucchi, Chistophe Vincent, Michael Wolf, Deniz Yilmiz, Andrzej Zarowski, David Zee, S. Armagan Incesulu, Antonio Quaranta, Mislav Gjuric, Badr El Mostafa, Arnaud Deveze, Thomas Nikolopoulos, Marc Bassim, Abdelhamid Benghalem, Semia Sahtut, Makhlouf Benzamit.

11th Annual Meeting of the D&CVD EASD Study Group is organized by Bioevents and will be held during Jun 10 - 12, 2018 at Daniel Hotel Herzliya, Herzliya, Tel Aviv, Israel. D&CVD2018 will again tackle a multitude of complex issues and challenges associated CVD through a comprehensive scientific program which will focus on various key areas including: • Diabetes • Heart disease • CVOT • Fatty Liver • Obesity The Meeting aims at providing the most current and relevant data thus keeping you up-to-date with scientific information, technological advancements and assisting you with everyday challenges. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

11th International Conference on Acute Cardiac Care is organized by ISAS International Seminars and will be held during Jun 11 - 12, 2018 at Hilton Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, Israel. The target audience for this medical event is health care professionals from all relevant disciplines, including cardiologists, intensivists, anesthesiologists, internists, cardiac surgeons, nurses, paramedics and other allied professionals. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

4th Friends of Israel Urological Symposium (FOIU) is organized by ComtecMed and would be held during Jul 03 - 05, 2018 at Hilton Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv, Israel. Course Description : The 2018 Symposium will continue as a unique initiative, creating an unparalleled opportunity for local and international Urologists, Oncologists, Uro-pathologists and Uro-radiologists to meet in Israel for an unforgettable scientific and social forum. The program planned for this meeting is exceptional in its combination of high-level scientific content with exciting lectures by Israel's world-renowned leaders, to provide you with a "taste of Israel." We believe that this symposium is an excellent and exclusive networking platform, where valuable partnerships and collaborations with the Israeli urological community can be created. Main Topics : • Uro-Oncology • Uropathology • Laparoscopic / Robotics • Imaging in Urology • Functional Urology • Endourology and stones • Pediatric Urology • Andrology and Infertility • Novel technologies in Urology • Telemedicine and Digital Health in Urology Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.