Upcoming Medical Conferences in South Africa

Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider Course is organized by Academy of Advanced Life Support and will be held from Jun 25 - 26, 2019 at Academy of Advanced Life Support, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.  Target Audience: The Course is available to any healthcare professional who is registered as a Medical or Dental Practitioner, Intern, Junior Intern, Professional Nurse or Advanced Life Support Paramedic Although not mandatory, prior participation on an ACLS Course is recommended.. CPD Accreditation: 32 Continuing Education Units, including 2 CEU's for Ethics. Course Structure: PALS is a practical, case-based Course that will enhance one's skills in the evaluation and management of an infant or child with respiratory compromise, circulatory compromise or cardiac arrest. Ideal performance is initially demonstrated via video and Instructor. Learning is facilitated by extensive hands-on practice, with each participant getting several opportunities to lead their team in simulated clinical scenarios, guided by positive and constructive feedback. Aims and Objectives: Candidates will be able to perform a systematic approach to the assessment of a seriously ill or injured child, recognize and manage a child in respiratory distress and failure, compensated and hypotensive shock. Participants will be able to recognize and manage a child with a life-threatening bradyarrhythmia, tachyarrhythmia or arrest rhythm, and prevent further deterioration during stabilization and transfer. Candidates will be able to perform effective respiratory management skills, including the use of oxygen delivery devices, ventilation and intubation, as well as the appropriate use of electrical therapy, including defibrillation and synchronized cardioversion, and IV access techniques including intra-osseous and fluid bolus administration.

The 14th Aesthetic Medicine Congress of South Africa (AMCSA 2019) is organized by AMCSA Events Organiser CC and will be held from Jun 27 - 29, 2019 at CSIR International Convention Centre, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. AMCSA remains a pivotal, and exciting, event attended by doctors involved in:          • aesthetic medicine, • anti-aging, preventative or integrative medicine, • general practices, • dermatologists, • plastic surgeons, • dentists, (aesthetic and general dentistry) • weight-related fields of medicine, • other medical specialties such as gynecology, endocrinology, maxillofacial surgeons and others.  Conference Description: The main purpose and focus have remained the same since the start of the 1st congress and that is to bring high quality & international standard education to Southern Africa for the medical profession. The congress organizing committee collaborates with international meetings to ensure that the standard of scientific and practical education in the field of aesthetic medicine remains up to date and relevant to the fast-growing pace worldwide.   The focus of the congress for 2019 will include the latest aesthetic & anti-aging medical topics, research, launches, skills and also new fields of aesthetic and anti-aging medicine that complements the industry.  AMCSA 2019 will educate doctors in a high-quality scientific program complimented by practical workshops and a spectacular, like usual, trade exhibition where the leading companies showcase their products and devices.    The trade exhibition features all the leading companies, distributors and products in the industry. AMCSA 2019 offers a complete platform for education, skills enhancement, business networking and inspiration. Certainly the most stimulating and time-efficient business event for both doctors and trade. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Advanced Neonatal Life Support (ANLS) Course is organized by Academy of Advanced Life Support and will be held on Jun 27, 2019 at Academy of Advanced Life Support, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. Target Audience:  The Advanced Neonatal Life Support (ANLS) Provider Course is the evidence-based Neonatal Resuscitation Program designed by the American Academy of Pediatrics in association with the American Heart Association for healthcare professionals whose responsibilities may require them to manage or participate in the resuscitation of a newborn. CPD Accreditation: 26 Continuing Education Units, including 2 CEU's for Ethics. Course Structure:  ANLS is a practical, case-based neonatal resuscitation program that will enhance one's skills in the evaluation and management of a newborn at birth. Ideal performance is initially demonstrated via video and Instructor. Learning is facilitated by extensive hands-on practice, with each candidate getting several opportunities to participate in simulated clinical scenarios, guided by positive and constructive feedback. Aims and Objectives: Candidates will be able to perform the initial steps in neonatal resuscitation and appropriately use resuscitation devices for neonatal ventilation. Participants will be able to demonstrate the techniques of chest compressions, endotracheal intubation and the use of medications at birth. Candidates will have an understanding of special considerations at birth, including preterm infants, ethics and care at the end of life.

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Course is organized by Academy of Advanced Life Support and will be held on Jul 05, 2019 at Academy of Advanced Life Support, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. Target Audience: The Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Course is open to any healthcare worker who has a voluntary or professional duty to respond to a cardiac or respiratory emergency. CPD Accreditation: 15 Continuing Education Units. Aims and Objectives: Participants will be able to perform the initial steps of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in victims of all ages, basic airway maneuvers and rescue breathing with and without adjuncts. Candidates will be proficient in the use of bag-valve resuscitators and in the technique of automated external defibrillation. Participants will be able to demonstrate how to manage choking in conscious and unconscious adults, children and infants,  and be aware of special considerations such as scene and rescuer safety, standard precautions, head, neck and spinal injuries and the recovery position. Course Structure: The Course is taught in a relaxed, video-based practice-while-watching interactive adult-learning environment. The focus is on active participation with ample opportunity to practice and apply these skills in simulated scenarios.

Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider Course is organized by Academy of Advanced Life Support and will be held from Jul 06 - 07, 2019 at Academy of Advanced Life Support, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. Target Audience: The Course is available to any healthcare professional who is registered as a Medical or Dental Practitioner, Intern, Junior Intern, Professional Nurse or Advanced Life Support Paramedic Although not mandatory, prior participation on an ACLS Course is recommended.. CPD Accreditation: 32 Continuing Education Units, including 2 CEU's for Ethics. Course Structure: PALS is a practical, case-based Course that will enhance one's skills in the evaluation and management of an infant or child with respiratory compromise, circulatory compromise or cardiac arrest. Ideal performance is initially demonstrated via video and Instructor. Learning is facilitated by extensive hands-on practice, with each participant getting several opportunities to lead their team in simulated clinical scenarios, guided by positive and constructive feedback. Aims and Objectives: Candidates will be able to perform a systematic approach to the assessment of a seriously ill or injured child, recognize and manage a child in respiratory distress and failure, compensated and hypotensive shock. Participants will be able to recognize and manage a child with a life-threatening bradyarrhythmia, tachyarrhythmia or arrest rhythm, and prevent further deterioration during stabilization and transfer. Candidates will be able to perform effective respiratory management skills, including the use of oxygen delivery devices, ventilation and intubation, as well as the appropriate use of electrical therapy, including defibrillation and synchronized cardioversion, and IV access techniques including intra-osseous and fluid bolus administration.

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Course is organized by Academy of Advanced Life Support and will be held on Jul 08, 2019 at Academy of Advanced Life Support, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.  Target Audience: The Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Course is open to any healthcare worker who has a voluntary or professional duty to respond to a cardiac or respiratory emergency. CPD Accreditation: 15 Continuing Education Units. Aims and Objectives: Participants will be able to perform the initial steps of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in victims of all ages, basic airway manoeuvres and rescue breathing with and without adjuncts. Candidates will be proficient in the use of bag-valve resuscitators and in the technique of automated external defibrillation. Participants will be able to demonstrate how to manage choking in conscious and unconscious adults, children and infants,  and be aware of special considerations such as scene and rescuer safety, standard precautions, head, neck and spinal injuries and the recovery position. Course Structure: The Course is taught in a relaxed, video-based practice-while-watching interactive adult-learning environment. The focus is on active participation with ample opportunity to practice and apply these skills in simulated scenarios.

analytica Lab Africa - International Trade Fair for Laboratory Technology, Analysis, Biotechnology and Diagnostics is organized by Messe Munchen GmbH and will be held from July 09 - 11, 2019 at Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. analytica Lab Africa is the premier trade fair for the analysis, laboratory-technology and biotechnology sectors, bringing together scientists, entrepreneurs and users from around the world. Welcome to the perfect platform for your international business relations. The international trade fair analytica Lab Africa focuses on innovative and applied product and system solutions for laboratories in the industrial, research and science sectors. As the industry's definitive forum, analytica Lab Africa gathers all relevant information about the latest developments. The premier event will be co-located with 2 leading trade fairs for the Southern African market, food and drink technology Africa - the trade fair for the processing, filling, packaging and logistics in the food and beverage industry, as well as IFAT Africa - the international trade fair for water, waste, refuse, recycling and environmental technology.  The co-location will be uniting 3 key industries to further expand the potential into Southern Africa. Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider Course is organized by Academy of Advanced Life Support and will be held from Jul 09 - 10, 2019 at Academy of Advanced Life Support, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. Target Audience: The Course is available to any healthcare professional who is registered as a Medical or Dental Practitioner, Intern, Junior Intern, Professional Nurse or Advanced Life Support Paramedic Although not mandatory, prior participation on an ACLS Course is recommended.. CPD Accreditation: 32 Continuing Education Units, including 2 CEU's for Ethics. Course Structure: PALS is a practical, case-based Course that will enhance one's skills in the evaluation and management of an infant or child with respiratory compromise, circulatory compromise or cardiac arrest. Ideal performance is initially demonstrated via video and Instructor. Learning is facilitated by extensive hands-on practice, with each participant getting several opportunities to lead their team in simulated clinical scenarios, guided by positive and constructive feedback. Aims and Objectives: Candidates will be able to perform a systematic approach to the assessment of a seriously ill or injured child, recognize and manage a child in respiratory distress and failure, compensated and hypotensive shock. Participants will be able to recognize and manage a child with a life-threatening bradyarrhythmia, tachyarrhythmia or arrest rhythm, and prevent further deterioration during stabilization and transfer. Candidates will be able to perform effective respiratory management skills, including the use of oxygen delivery devices, ventilation and intubation, as well as the appropriate use of electrical therapy, including defibrillation and synchronized cardioversion, and IV access techniques including intra-osseous and fluid bolus administration.

Advanced Neonatal Life Support (ANLS) Course is organized by Academy of Advanced Life Support and will be held on Jul 11, 2019 at Academy of Advanced Life Support, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. Target Audience:  The Advanced Neonatal Life Support (ANLS) Provider Course is the evidence-based Neonatal Resuscitation Program designed by the American Academy of Pediatrics in association with the American Heart Association for healthcare professionals whose responsibilities may require them to manage or participate in the resuscitation of a newborn. CPD Accreditation: 26 Continuing Education Units, including 2 CEU's for Ethics. Course Structure:  ANLS is a practical, case-based neonatal resuscitation program that will enhance one's skills in the evaluation and management of a newborn at birth. Ideal performance is initially demonstrated via video and Instructor. Learning is facilitated by extensive hands-on practice, with each candidate getting several opportunities to participate in simulated clinical scenarios, guided by positive and constructive feedback. Aims and Objectives: Candidates will be able to perform the initial steps in neonatal resuscitation and appropriately use resuscitation devices for neonatal ventilation. Participants will be able to demonstrate the techniques of chest compressions, endotracheal intubation and the use of medications at birth. Candidates will have an understanding of special considerations at birth, including preterm infants, ethics and care at the end of life.

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Course is organized by Academy of Advanced Life Support and will be held on Jul 12, 2019 at Academy of Advanced Life Support, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. Target Audience: The Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Course is open to any healthcare worker who has a voluntary or professional duty to respond to a cardiac or respiratory emergency. CPD Accreditation: 15 Continuing Education Units. Aims and Objectives: Participants will be able to perform the initial steps of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in victims of all ages, basic airway manoeuvres and rescue breathing with and without adjuncts. Candidates will be proficient in the use of bag-valve resuscitators and in the technique of automated external defibrillation. Participants will be able to demonstrate how to manage choking in conscious and unconscious adults, children and infants, and be aware of special considerations such as scene and rescuer safety, standard precautions, head, neck and spinal injuries and the recovery position. Course Structure: The Course is taught in a relaxed, video-based practice-while-watching interactive adult-learning environment. The focus is on active participation with ample opportunity to practice and apply these skills in simulated scenarios.