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We are pleased to announce Dr. Joanne Nicholls, Cancer Researcher, NY and Dr. Nadia Depeiza, Pathologist, Barbados to the programme! Sunday, 3 December 2023, 10am-3pm The Shell Suite, UWI, St. Michael  During the past three decades, the paradigm for cancer treatment has evolved from relatively non-specific cytotoxic agents to selective, mechanism-based therapeutics. Cancer chemotherapies wereContinue reading “Oncology – Targeted Therapies”

Sunday, 10 December 2023, 10am-4pm 3Ws Pavilion, UWI, St. Michael  A basic understanding of Electrocardiograms (ECGs) is necessary for all practitioners on the frontline of patient care. This ECG course provides an opportunity to learn a systematic approach to ECG interpretation for adult healthcare providers in conjunction with a practical “hands-on” session. The workshop willContinue reading “ECG Workshop”

Sunday, 3 December 2023, 10am-3pm 3Ws Pavilion, UWI, St. Michael  During the past three decades, the paradigm for cancer treatment has evolved from relatively non-specific cytotoxic agents to selective, mechanism-based therapeutics. Cancer chemotherapies were initially identified through screens for compounds that killed rapidly dividing cells which remain a backbone of current treatment, but are limitedContinue reading “Oncology – Targeted Therapies”

Sunday, 12 November 2023, 10am-5pm 3Ws Pavilion, UWI, St. Michael  Diabetes is in the top 5 causes of death in Barbados. Diabetes is not just a simple case of having a “bit of sugar” as it brings along a myriad of issues including defaults in the heart and nervous systems, wounds, circulation, kidney issues and muchContinue reading “Annual Diabetes Update – Barbados 2023”

This is our complete listing of Medical Education events between 29 Oct – 10 Dec 2023. Hibiscus Health Caribbean Inc. 2023 Medical Education Events More information: http://www.hibiscushealthcaribbean.com Payment: www.ticketpal.com Bank transfer: Scotiabank 36285-459256 Payment pick up/ queries: 246-269-6183 – Marrianne  More information: hhccmeevents@gmail.com Date Event Info Cost Register Sunday, 29 October 2023 3pm-7pm Online 6th AnnualContinue reading “Medical Education Events 2023”

Sunday, 12 November 2023, 10am-5pm 3Ws Pavilion, UWI, St. Michael  Diabetes is in the top 5 causes of death in Barbados. Diabetes is not just a simple case of having a “bit of sugar” as it brings along a myriad of issues including defaults in the heart and nervous systems, wounds, circulation, kidney issues and muchContinue reading “Annual Diabetes Update – Barbados 2023”

We are in our 7th year of hosting the Annual Oscar Jordan Medical Symposium, a tribute to the late co-founder of the Barbados Diabetes Association, Dr. Oscar Jordan. This year the focus is on Women’s Health and will feature presentations from Dr. Roberta Corona, Consultant OBGYN and Fertility Specialist and Dr. Na Tisha Robinson OBGYNContinue reading “7th Annual Oscar Jordan Medical Symposium”

Our Annual Sexual and Reproductive Health Conference is in it’s 6th year! We are happy to bring this event to you every year and in 2023 the theme is “Topics in Cancer: Endometrial, Breast, Prostate and Colon” to be held on Sunday, 29 October 2023, 3pm-7pm via Zoom. We will delve into these specific cancersContinue reading “Annual Sexual and Reproductive Health Conference”

CME includes:   1. A two hour Diabetic Foot Education and Screening Workshop Including Advanced Screening Modalities 2. Diabetic Foot Wear and Orthotic Use 3.Case Studies 4. A podiatric surgeon’s approach to preventing limb loss. Come and get the tips you need to become more efficient with the management of the Diabetic Foot Cost: BDS$150 –Continue reading “Prevention of Diabetic Foot Ulceration & Re-Ulceration”