Health and Medicine

IOTOD is a key event in the European addictions calendar, providing key, practice-level education to over 300 international clinicians. GPs, psychiatrists, nurses and specialists across a number of areas (from addiction to hepatology) attend this 2-day meeting to receive practically focused and highly interactive education from an international faculty on a range of topics including: considerations for optimising pharmacotherapy, integrating psychosocial interventions, eliminating HCV and tackling opioid overdose. This year aims to examine new opportunities to adapt treatment in order to treat the multiple aspects of opioid dependence, through a number of case-based workshops, plenary sessions, panels and audience participation.…

Der Anästhesie und Intensivmedizin Refresher Aktuell findet vom 15. - 16. Mai 2018 in Hamburg statt. In kurzen, 30 – 40 minütigen Blöcken werden die neuesten diagnostischen und therapeutischen Leitlinien der Anästhesie und Intensivmedizin von Spezialisten präsentiert und auf Ihre Fragen eingegangen. Dabei wird vor allem auf Praxisrelevanz großen Wert gelegt. Diese praxisorientierte Fortbildung bietet in 16 Stunden: - ein umfassendes Update für Anästhesisten und Intensivmediziner - ein Themenreview für Assistenzärzte als Vorbereitung auf die Facharztprüfung - ein Kursbuch mit den Power-Point-Präsentationen der Vorträge - 16 CME-Punkte* *Für den Anästhesie und Intensivmedizin Refresher werden bei der Landesärztekammer Hamburg für ärztliche…

The FX market landscape has arguably never been more challenging. From the ongoing liquidity woes, shrinking dealer balance sheets, uncertainty caused by Brexit and ongoing regulatory reform to name but a few, the FX market is undergoing a serious make over. Key topics being discussed this year: The Global Code's first anniversary: insights from the ECB Central bankers panel: differences in exit strategies amongst major central banks Best Execution under MiFID II: how are market participants changing their execution decisions? Oxford Style debate: trading digital currencies in institutional FX markets China and the Emerging Markets: what you need to know…

Led by Chair Dr Daniel Karlin of Pfizer, Mobile in Clinical Trials Europe opens with a session given by Tilo Hache, Novartis, on the factors that must be addressed to implement mobile tools in the fragmented European landscape and to meet the needs of regulators and patients. Additional sessions: - Roche's Dr Christian Gossens discusses digital biomarker measures and how to implement and scale up mobile technology in Parkinson's disease and Multiple Sclerosis. - UCSF's Carol Maguire shares the obstacles and challenges of their ongoing revolutionary mobile clinical study, including strategies for integrating multiple digital components in a study. -…

The event addresses how and when to launch, execute and scale mobile tools in medicines development and for what benefit, as well as assess the value of mobile tools/technologies in clinical research. Led by Chair Dr Daniel Karlin of Pfizer, Mobile in Clinical Trials Europe opens with a session given by Tilo Hache, Novartis, on the factors that must be addressed to implement mobile tools in the fragmented European landscape and to meet the needs of regulators and patients. Additional sessions: - Roche's Dr Christian Gossens discusses digital biomarker measures and how to implement and scale up mobile technology in…

Course "Combination Products Regulations: Drug and Device Combinations in the USA and EU" has been pre-approved by RAPS as eligible for up to 12 credits towards a participant's RAC recertification upon full completion. Overview: This seminar provides Professionals working in this area with • A thorough understanding of the complexities involved • All the relevant regulations and guidelines • Real life examples of how to register and maintain various types of combination products • Interfaces: Change Management and LCM • Compliant safety reporting for combination products • Documentation requirements and interfacing Why you should attend : Combination products are especially…

Product Format: Live Webinar Presenter(s): Rhonda Granja, B.S., CMC, CMOM, CMA, CPC Conference Date: Tuesday, May 15, 2018 Aired Time: 1:00 pm ET | 12:00 pm CT | 11:00 am MT | 10:00 am PT Length: 90 minutes Price: $227.00 Correct coding has a direct link to the reimbursement you receive. You must be compliant with CPT® coding requirements to safeguard your revenue cycle. You must also code accurately. Join this session, where coding expert Rhonda Granja will help you enhance your skills as a coder. This session will help you formulate foundational skills if you are a beginner coding…

Global Diet and Nutrition Meeting will be one of the world-leading conferences in the Nutrition and Obesity. Meetings International (Meetings Int.) is honored to host the coming Diet & Nutrition Meeting from May 14-15, 2018 in Singapore. Under the theme of “Better Lives, Better Nutrition”. Main target of this Global Diet and Nutrition Meeting is to promote awareness about legitimate nutrition and risk related with improper diet alongside obesity and its effect on wellbeing, event will instruct and reinforce late research on the few causes, results, treatment, and aversion of stoutness, Diet & Nutrition Event like our's is essential to…

National Hoarding Conference 2018 – Improving Person-Centred Outcomes is an event for people, nationwide, who are affected by hoarding behaviour and the professional services who support them. This conference is being held as a precursor to an International Conference in UK in 2019. Our theme in 2018 is ‘Partnership Working’. Using expert-led, structured workshops and interactive discussion panels, the conference – organised by HoardingUK – has been designed as a proactive, outcome-driven programme of systemic and personal change planning. In order to ensure that enduring results are achieved, agreed plans will be monitored and evaluated throughout the following year, with…

Training Options Duration: 60 Minutes Monday, May 14, 2018 | 11:00 AM PDT | 02:00 PM EDT Overview: In this session Mr. Wolfe will provide an overview of the Stark Law, including its recent changes. He will also discuss best practices for auditing physician compensation arrangements on behalf of health systems, hospitals, medical groups and physician practices. The webinar will focus on regulatory requirements, key provisions, valuation considerations and potential pitfalls that should be avoided. Why should you Attend: This webinar will offer best practices for implementing and auditing physician compensation arrangements to minimize liability exposure and penalties, including conducting…

Overview: The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) is a voluntary supply chain security program led by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). It is intended to improve the security of supply chains of private enterprises against the threat of terrorism. Why should you Attend: The attendee will learn how to develop a standard approach to complying with the voluntary C-TPAT guidelines. In this webinar, we will provide an overview of the Customs and Trade Partnership Against Terrorism: Understanding of the C-TPAT program, compliance and benefits of joining the program Industry best practices related to C-TPAT compliance Strategies for reducing the…

OVERVIEW “The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), in collaboration with public and private partners, are transforming how they conduct business and operations, connecting providers, and empower consumers and their beneficiaries. Driving quality improvements are a core function of CMS. This commitment is evident as CMS enhances its partnerships in a delivery system where providers are supported in achieving better outcomes in health and health care at lower cost for the beneficiaries and communities they serve. CMS strategically implemented these efforts to ensure that providers meet their goals, quality of life improves forbeneficiaries and consumers, and patients receiving care…

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…

Training Options Duration: 60 Minutes Friday, May 11, 2018 | 10:00 AM PDT | 01:00 PM EDT Overview: With the ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity, there are many threats, vulnerabilities, and malicious individuals trying to take down your network or get access to ePHI. With ePHI being the most valuable data on the dark web sometimes selling for over $100 per record, the bad people are targeting your organization. We will first look at what are the different types of risk, threats, and vulnerabilities on ePHI and methods to keep your data secure. We will talk though topics such as why…

Training Options Duration: 90 Minutes Friday, May 11, 2018 | 10:00 AM PDT | 01:00 PM EDT Overview: This lesson will be addressing how practice managers (or compliance offers) need to understand how to properly utilize the EMR system for HIPAA compliance. I will address specific litigated cases I have worked where the covered entity had to pay out nasty fines to the Federal government and high settlements to patients affected by inappropriate usage of the EMR system - I will also address situations where the covered entity DID NOT receive any fines or judgements (even in the event of…

International Pediatric Dermatology Congress taking place 10 – 12 May, 2018 in Dubai, UAE provides three days of robust discussions on the most effective strategies related to diagnosis, prevention and management of common paediatric dermatological conditions as well as explores new ideas and concepts related to the field. Regional and international experts will gather along to give the latest updates in the field. The meeting will encompass a rich program of interactive sessions that will discuss exciting topics such as Genetics, Atopic Dermatitis, Psoriasis, Fungal and Bacterial skin infections, Acne, Hair diseases and other hot topics through interactive presentations, panel…

The 3rd Dubai International Conference on Infectious Diseases and Vaccination (DICID) will gather policy makers, regional and international experts and professionals to discuss recent updates and international guidelines in the field of infectious diseases and vaccination, and best practices in preventing microbial resistance and developing successful disease management plans. The Conference will provide an exceptional scientific program with exciting scientific sessions that will cover topics such as antimicrobial resistance, paediatric immunisation, emerging epidemic diseases, national and international vaccination programs, Travel medicine, sexually transmitted infections and other topics through interactive presentations, panel discussions, debates and workshops. Key Benefits of Attending .…

Course "Biostatistics for the Non-Statistician" has been pre-approved by RAPS as eligible for up to 12 credits towards a participant's RAC recertification upon full completion. Why should you attend: Statistics is a useful decision making tool in the clinical research arena. When working in a field where a p-value can determine the next steps on development of a drug or procedure, it is imperative that decision makers understand the theory and application of statistics. Many statistical softwares are now available to professionals. However, these softwares were developed for statisticians and can often be daunting to non-statisticians. How do you know…

Course "Different requirements for Phase I Investigational Drug Products: which GMPs apply since most Phase I drugs are exempt from full GMP requirements and what IND data requirements are necessary as a result?" has been pre-approved by RAPS as eligible for up to 12 credits towards a participant's RAC recertification upon full completion. Overview: In January 2006, FDA issued a final rule which specified that most pharmaceutical products (including biologics) produced for use in Phase I clinical trial studies were exempted from complying with GMP requirements, as defined in 21 CFR Part 211 under 21 CFR 210.2(c). Section 501(a)(2)(B) of…

Overview: Being in compliance with HIPAA involves not only ensuring you provide the appropriate patient rights and controls on your uses and disclosures of protected health information, but you also have the proper policies and procedures in place. If audited or the subject of a compliance review you will be required to show the government you have all the necessary documentation in place for safeguarding patient Protected Health Information and indicate how you addressed all required security safeguards. This starts with the fundamentals of a HIPAA compliance program. If your small healthcare practice to understand how to put HIPAA compliance…