Hibiscus Health Caribbean Inc.

Hibiscus Health Caribbean Inc presents: Cancer in General Practice – An Update for GPs on Feb 20th, 2016 1230PM-630PM at the 3W’s Pavilion, UWI. This continuing medical event will feature guest speakers from the USA, both  – Dr. Edward Kiggundu and Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett, both Radiation Oncologists who will be presenting on breast and colorectal cancer. Supported by local physicians Mr. Ian Lewis, General Surgeon; Chris Nicholls, Haematologist; Dr. Adrian Waterman, Pain Specialist among others, topics will cover issues and case studies in blood cancer, palliative care, after-care guidelines and general issues in the GP practice. Registration is BDS$150 for physicians and BDS$100 for Allied Health Professionals. Payments can be made at the Diabetes Centre, Warrens, St. Michael or payment pick-up can be arranged by contacting hhccmeevents@gmail.com or 246-253-9384. This event is part sponsored by 21st Century Oncology.

About the Guest Speakers:

Dr. Edward Kiggundu joined 21st Century Oncology in the summer of 2004. He is currently serving as Medical Director at the Katin Radiation Therapy Center and is a staff member at the VA Hospital in Martinsburg. A Board Certified Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Kiggundu is a member of the American Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology and the American College of Radiation Oncology. He is actively involved in clinical research, and has co-authored publications pertaining to breast, gynecologic and hematologic cancers.

Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett (known by her patients as Dr. EB) is board certified in Radiation Oncology. She is passionate about patient care and believes that every patient is special and unique. Her philosophy is that when patients, their spouses and family members entrust their lives into her hands, she should summon all her zeal, knowledge and expertise to unreservedly render the best care to all her patients. She has authored

multiple articles; is co-chair of the SCCA Breast Committee, and serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of SCMA, the South Carolina Cancer Control Advisory Committee (CCAC) and the American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO) Membership Committee.

Draft Programme:

Time	Topic	Presenter
12.00-12.25	Registration
12.25-12.30	Opening Remarks
12.30-1.10	Breast Cancer Basics: Screening, Treatment & Follow-Up.	Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett, Radiation Oncologist, Guest Presenter
1.10-1.50	Discussion – To Screen or Not To Screen? A Look At The New American Cancer Society & American College of Radiology Guidelines &Their Implications	Mr. Ian Lewis, Dr. Sophia Edwards-Bennett
1.50-2.20	Pharmacological Issues in Cancer Care	To Be Announced
2.20-3.00	Lunch Break
3.00-3.40	Colorectal & Anal Cancer: Risk Factors, Screening, Treatment & More	Dr. Edward Kiggundu, Radiation Oncologist, Guest Presenter
3.40-4.20	Blood Cancer  – Case Studies	Dr. Chris Nicholls, Haematologist
4.20-5.00	Cancer Issues in General Practice	Tania Whitby-Best, General Practitioner
5.00-5.10	Break
5.10-5.40	The Nurse’s Perspective	To Be Announced
5.40-6.20	Blended Session: Palliative Care in Cancer Treatment – Are We Taking A Multidisciplinary Approach?	Dr. Adrian Waterman, Anaesthetist/ Pain Specialist, Dr. Kathy Ellis, General Practitioner
6.20-6.30	General Discussion/ Closing Remarks

The Management of Hibiscus Health Caribbean Inc. wishes to thank all of the participants, sponsors, presenters and contributors who have made our 2015 year a success. We plan our medical and patient education events with the needs and wants of our target audience in mind and we appreciate the time taken by each individual to attend or present. Our intention is to improve the quality of healthcare in Barbados and the Caribbean by focusing on advocacy, strategic engagement and capacity building. It our pleasure to offer these events and we look forward to your continued participation and support in 2016. We have an exciting year planned! Thanks so much!

Hibiscus Health Caribbean and the Barbados Diabetes Foundation welcomes Helene Charlebois to Barbados!

We thank CBC Morning Barbados for hosting her on the show this Friday morning and we look forward to hearing more from her  today, Friday 20 November 2015 at the interactive lecture/ discussion on Childhood Obesity at the Diabetes Centre, Warrens, St. Michael. Space is limited so we encourage you to reserve your spot by calling 417 5980 or emailing krystal@barbadosdiabetesfoundation.org. We will be talking about Obesity, Chronic-Diseases, Diabetes, Healthy Eating and other challenges both in the life of a child and adult.

Health Professionals can come out on Saturday, 21 November 2015 at the Shell Suite, UWI, St. Michael to participate in the “Waisting Away” – Obesity & Weight Management Workshop for Health Professionals. This event is designed to give health professionals the tools to better deal with weight-issues in clients, setting realistic goals and solutions. Registration is just BDS$150.00 and Continuing Professional Education Credits will be issued. Register at http://www.hibiscushealthcaribbeanevents.eventbrite.com or call us at 269 6183 for more info. 

We look forward to a great weekend focused on healthy living, weightloss and realistic solutions!!!

The Barbados Diabetes Foundation in association with the Diabetes Association of Barbados present:

 “Childhod Obesity: Essential Tips to Understanding, Managing and Preventing”

 

Presentation & Interactive Discussion by:

Helene Charlebois, Canadian Nutrition Coach, Registered Dietitian and Obesity Specialist

 Friday, 20 November 2015, 530PM-730PM, Diabetes Centre, Warrens, St. Michael

(behind the Eunice Gibson Polyclinic)

Facts:

The rate of childhood obesity in children 0-4 years in the Eastern Caribbean doubled from 7.4% – 14.8% between 2000-2010?

 Obese children are more likely to be ill, absent from school due to illness, experience health-related limitations and require more medical care than normal weight children.

 Overweight and obese children are more likely to become obese adults, and have a higher risk of disease, disability and premature death.

 Come out and learn more about the health risks of childhood obesity, Proper Nutrition, Creating healthy meals for children and other measures to reduce the impact of this epidemic.

Parents, Teachers, Caregivers, Nursery Care Professionals are especially invited to attend.

The General Public is welcomed.

Free Event! Space is limited! RSVP: krystal@barbadosdiabetesfoundation.org or

call 417-5980

 

 

AA Laquis Ltd. is the kind sponsor of the “Exploring Wound Care Treatment Workshop” to be held at the Diabetes Centre, Warrens, St. Michael, 11 November 2015 from 530pm-830pm.  Hosted by the Barbados Diabetes Foundation as part of the Diabetes Month Activities, participants will be treated to a live demonstration with the compliments of AA Laquis and their vacuum system. The medical education component will feature Podiatrist Rosamund James presenting on “Management of the Diabetic Foot Wound – A Case Study”. Wound Care Specialist Nurse Veronica Webster will give a nurse’s perspective on “Neuroplastic & Ischemic Wounds” and Dr. Greg Padmore, Surgical Registrar of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital will be exploring “Amputation & Rehabilitation”. This free event is almost at capacity and interested participants are asked to contact us as soon as possible to secure the limited space.

Do call the Diabetes Centre at 417-5980 or email hhccmeevents@gmail.com to confirm your participation. CPE credit is available for the health professionals attending. All participants are encouraged to make a donation to the Multidisciplinary Diabetes Intervention Programmes for both adults and children at the Diabetes Centre. Each donation will make a difference in the life of a diabetic, especially those unable to afford care.  Tours of the Diabetes Centre will be offered. This event is coordinated by Hibiscus Health Caribbean Inc. 

In observation of Diabetes Month, the Barbados Diabetes Foundation will be hosting a Wound Care Seminar on Wednesday, 11 November 2015 from 5.30pm-8.30pm at the Diabetes Centre, Warrens, St. Michael. The aim of this seminar is to explore the issue of Diabetic Foot, Diabetic Ulcers and Limb Saving Surgery from the perspective of the Podiatrist, Wound Care Nurse and Surgeon – all important players in the multidisciplinary approach to Diabetes Care. Podiatrist Rosamund James will be presenting along with Veronica Webster, Wound Care Nurse in addition to a local Surgeon (to be announced). Participants will be given the opportunity to observe a live demonstration of a special vacuum dressing procedure, in addition to the medical presentation. This event is for health professionals ie. doctors, nurses, podiatrists and other involved in wound care treatment. CPE credit will be awarded. This event is free but space is limited. Participants are encouraged to make a monetary donation of their choice to the programmes at the Diabetes Centre to support various aspects of care and intervention programmes for adults and children with Diabetes. RSVP by calling the Diabetes Centre at 417 5980 or email hhccmeevents@gmail.com. This event is coordinated by Hibiscus Health Caribbean Inc.

We are looking forward to our “Waisting Away” – Obesity and Weight Management Workshop, hosted by leading Canadian Dietitian and Nutrition Coach, Helene Charlebois.

Registration is now BDS$150.00. Pre-register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/waisting-away-obesity-and-weight-management-workshop-tickets-18192564450.Payment can be made at the Diabetes Centre, Warrens, St. Michael. Email hhccmeevents@gmail.com for more information or call 246 269 6183 or 253 9384.

 

 

International World Stroke Day Workshop 2015

Sunday, 25 October 2015

12.30PM-6.30PM

Courtyard Marriott Hotel

Registration still open: Call 269 8183 or email hhccmeevents@gmail.com. Payments can be made the day of the event.

Special Guest Speaker Dr. Andre Douen, Neurologist from Toronto, Canada will be exploring Functions of the Brain in Relation to Stroke and Common Signs and Symptoms of Stroke Syndromes. Local Physician and Stress Management Consultant Dr. Alexine Jackman, will be looking at the challenges Health Care Providers face while caring for the patient with stroke. Other feature presentations will be from specialists in Research, Paramedics, Nursing, and Physical Therapy. A special patient perspective on “Living Young With Aphasic Stroke” will be given by a young woman living with just that. Chairman of the event is renown Professor David Corbin, Neurologist and Clinical Director of the Barbados National Registry on Stroke. Health Professionals of all types are invited to attend. CPE: – “C – Award”.

 

Draft Agenda: Neurological Effects of Stroke

 

Time	Item	Speaker
12.00-12.30PM	Registration
12.30-12.35PM	Welcome & Opening Remarks	Chairman, Prof. David Corbin, Neurologist
12.35-2.00PM	Function of the Brain in Relation to Stroke Common Signs and Symptoms of Stroke	Dr. Andre Douen, Neurologist
2.00-2.35PM	QEH Stroke Management – Work in Progress	Prof. David Corbin, Neurologist
2.35-3.35	Lunch
3.35-4.05	Neurological Evaluation on the Road	Shawn Inniss, Paramedic
4.05-4.35	Stress management for HCP’s whilst caring for a Stroke	Dr. Alexine Jackman – Physician, Stress Management Consultant
4.35-5.05	Stroke rehab at HSFB	To Be Announced, HSFB Physician
5.05-5.20	Living with an Aphasic Stroke	Tracia-Ann Jessamy, Patient
5.20-5.55	Stroke Rehab from Hospital to Home	Tarah Towler, Physiotherapist
5.55-6.25	The Stroke Registry	Angela Rose, BNR
6.25-6.30	Closing Remarks	M. Burnham, Hibiscus Health Caribbean Inc.

 

International World Stroke Day Workshop 2015

Sunday, 25 October 2015

12.30PM-6.30PM

Courtyard Marriott Hotel

Registration: BDS$125 – Physicians; BDS75 – Allied Health; BDS$50.00 – Students

Special Guest Speaker Dr. Andre Douen, Neurologist from Canada will be exploring Functions of the Brain in Relation to Stroke and Common Signs and Symptoms of Stroke Syndromes. Local Physician and Stress Management Consultant Dr. Alexine Jackman, will be looking at the challenges Health Care Providers face while caring for the patient with stroke. Other feature presentations will be from specialists in Research, Paramedics, Nursing, Occupational and Physical Therapy. A special patient perspective on “Living Young With Aphasic Stroke” will be given by a young woman living with just that. Health Professionals of all types are invited to attend.

Draft Agenda: Neurological Effects of Stroke

12.00-12.30PM                 Registration

12.30-12.40                         Welcome and introductions

12.40 – 1.20                        Functions of the Brain in Relation to Stroke, Dr.  Andre Douen, Neurologist

1.20-1.50                              Common Signs and Symptoms of Stroke Syndromes, Dr. Andre Douen

1.50-2.20                              Neurological Evaluation on the Road – EAS Paramedic Officer

2.20-3.20                              Lunch

3.20-3.50                              A&E to Discharge, a Critical Pathway – Prof David Corbin

3.50-4.20                              Stress management for HCP’s whilst caring for a Stroke Patient – Dr Alexine Jackman, GP/ Stress Management Consultant

4.20-4.50                              Critical pathway case study – To Be Announced, HSFB Physician

4.50-5.20                              Living Young with an Aphasic stroke – Tracia-Ann Jessemy, Patient

5.20-5.50                              Stroke rehab from hospital to home – Tarah Towler, Physiotherapist

5.50-6.20                              The BNR and data collection – Tanya Martelly, Director, Barbados National Registry

6.20-6.30                              Closing Remarks

The Heart and Stroke Foundation’s International Stroke Day Workshop – “The Neurological Effects of Stroke” will now be held on Sunday, 25 October 2015, from 12.30-6.30PM instead of the previously advertised Monday, 26 October at 8am. The location remains the same at the Courtyard Marriott, St. Michael. Registration Fee: BDS$125 – Physicians; BDS$75 – Allied Health; BDS$50.00 Students. The event has been given a “C-Award” by the Barbados Medical Council. Lunch will be provided.

Special Guest Speaker Dr. Andre Douen, Neurologist from Canada will be exploring Functions of the Brain in Relation to Stroke and Common Signs and Symptoms of Stroke Syndromes. Local Physician and Stress Management Consultant Dr. Alexine Jackman, will be looking at the challenges Health Care Providers face while caring for the patient with stroke. Other feature presentations will be from specialists in Research, Paramedics, Nursing, Occupational and Physical Therapy. A special patient perspective on “Living Young With Aphasic Stroke” will be given by a young woman living with just that.

Register at http://www.strokecme.eventbrite.com or call the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Barbados at 246 437 3312. All payments should be made at and to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Barbados on Jemmotts Lane, St. Michael. Participants who have already paid registration and are unable to make the event on the new date (Sunday, 25 Oct 2015) will be eligible for a full refund. The Heart & Stroke Foundation apologises for any inconvenience caused and looks forward to a successful event on Sunday, 26 October 2015 from 12.30-6.30PM at the Courtyard Marriott.

Do contact Hibiscus Health Caribbean Inc for more information at 269-6183 or hhccmevents@gmail.com.