Thursday, March 28, 2013

HEALTH MELA - WORLD HEALTH DAY


Admissions Diploma Course (3 Credit Hours)

DOW UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
OJHA CAMPUS
School of Public Health Dow University of Health Sciences (SPH)

Admissions Diploma Course (3 Credit Hours)

1.Principles of Epidemiology
Duration 4 months (Once a Week) starting from: Morning=April 15, 2013; Evening=April 17, 2013

Is a comprehensive course in the basic concepts, principles of population-based epidemiologic research, which serves as a foundation for subsequent courses in epidemiology, biomedical research, and quantitative methods, emphasis is given to study design, quantitative measures, statistical analysis, data quality, sources of bias, and causal inference. The general approach of this course is both theoretical and quantitative, focusing on the investigation of disease etiology and other causal relations in public health.
2.Introduction to Biostatistics
Duration 4 months (Twice a Week) starting from: Morning = April 16, 2013; Evening April 19, 2013

This course will make use of case studies to discuss problems and applications of biostatistics. Topics will include cohort and case control studies, survival analysis with applications in clinical trials, evaluation of diagnostic tests, and statistical genetics. The course will conclude with a survey of areas of current biostatistical research in public health. 

3.Research Methodology
Duration 4 months (Saturdays only) starting from: 20th April 2013

The aim of this course is to introduce the basic concepts and methods of epidemiological research and to train the students in the design and conduct of original research addressing health. The students will apply epidemiological research methods and acquire the skills of proposal writing, data collection, data analysis, interpretation and presentation of results and research report writing in public health.

4.Economics of Health and Health Care
Duration 4 months (Saturdays only) starting from: 20th April 2013

This course provides the basic working knowledge of concepts such as demand, supply, marginal benefit, cost benefit analysis and how these very concepts affect health in today world. Whether we talk about not meeting the millennium development goals, where we are making the decision of stretching the rupee to the maximum providing better health for everyone. Economic of health care would be beneficial for those in academia in NGO, in international agencies, in hospital management and in hospital administration.

Eligibility
Disciplines: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Medical Technology, Bio Medical Engineering or other Allied Disciplines etc.

Total Course Fee: Rs. 30000/=
Send Application with CV by post and email on address given below (Last date of application is 6th April 2013)

Note: Final selection will be made after interview

Feel free to Contact for Information:
Administrator = 0321-2324309
School of Public Health (SPH)
Dow University of Health Sciences
Ojha Campus, Suparco Road,
Karachi 75270
Phone SPH: OJHA Campus: 021-99261471(Ext: 2428)


Dr. Sabeena Jalal Khan
Vice Dean
School of Public Health

Suparco Road Gulzar -e- Hijri KDA Scheme 33, Karachi
Contact: UAN 111-113-847,Telephone: 99261471-9 Ext: 2428


Admissions Diploma Course (3 Credit Hours)

DOW UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
OJHA CAMPUS
School of Public Health Dow University of Health Sciences (SPH)

Admissions Diploma Course (3 Credit Hours)

1.Principles of Epidemiology
Duration 4 months (Once a Week) starting from: Morning=April 15, 2013; Evening=April 17, 2013

Is a comprehensive course in the basic concepts, principles of population-based epidemiologic research, which serves as a foundation for subsequent courses in epidemiology, biomedical research, and quantitative methods, emphasis is given to study design, quantitative measures, statistical analysis, data quality, sources of bias, and causal inference. The general approach of this course is both theoretical and quantitative, focusing on the investigation of disease etiology and other causal relations in public health.
2.Introduction to Biostatistics
Duration 4 months (Twice a Week) starting from: Morning = April 16, 2013; Evening April 19, 2013

This course will make use of case studies to discuss problems and applications of biostatistics. Topics will include cohort and case control studies, survival analysis with applications in clinical trials, evaluation of diagnostic tests, and statistical genetics. The course will conclude with a survey of areas of current biostatistical research in public health. 

3.Research Methodology
Duration 4 months (Saturdays only) starting from: 20th April 2013

The aim of this course is to introduce the basic concepts and methods of epidemiological research and to train the students in the design and conduct of original research addressing health. The students will apply epidemiological research methods and acquire the skills of proposal writing, data collection, data analysis, interpretation and presentation of results and research report writing in public health.

4.Economics of Health and Health Care
Duration 4 months (Saturdays only) starting from: 20th April 2013

This course provides the basic working knowledge of concepts such as demand, supply, marginal benefit, cost benefit analysis and how these very concepts affect health in today world. Whether we talk about not meeting the millennium development goals, where we are making the decision of stretching the rupee to the maximum providing better health for everyone. Economic of health care would be beneficial for those in academia in NGO, in international agencies, in hospital management and in hospital administration.

Eligibility
Disciplines: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Medical Technology, Bio Medical Engineering or other Allied Disciplines etc.

Total Course Fee: Rs. 30000/=
Send Application with CV by post and email on address given below (Last date of application is 6th April 2013)

Note: Final selection will be made after interview

Feel free to Contact for Information:
Administrator = 0321-2324309
School of Public Health (SPH)
Dow University of Health Sciences
Ojha Campus, Suparco Road,
Karachi 75270
Phone SPH: OJHA Campus: 021-99261471(Ext: 2428)


Dr. Sabeena Jalal Khan
Vice Dean
School of Public Health

Suparco Road Gulzar -e- Hijri KDA Scheme 33, Karachi
Contact: UAN 111-113-847,Telephone: 99261471-9 Ext: 2428


Wednesday, March 27, 2013

ONLINE RESEARCH COURSE

“Online Research Course”
 
in collaboration with
The “Online Research Course” is a purpose build training program. It will help them to not only to learn the basic concepts of Research but also participants have to make a real Research Proposal during this course under direct supervision of facilitators. This is one of the first outcome based basic research course in which participants will be directly supervised throughout the course not only for the understanding but also during the practical work in writing of their research proposal. Every participant is free to choose topic of their choice for their research (whether cross sectional study or Randomized Control Trial) and they will be helped to make it final so that the final research paper will be ready to be published in middle to high ranked journals.
 
What our participants are saying about this course:
  • Excellent course. Brilliant effort. I wish I had this opportunity when I was in medical school, but better late than never. Research Officer,  Aga Khan University Hospital, Pakistan
  • Effective and efficient use of technology is the success of this online course. Assistant Medical Affair Manager, MNC (Pharma)
  • The idea was brilliantly conceived  and delivered. We really appreciate the efforts of facilitators. Thanks for teaching so much in such less time.  Clinical Research Officer, Pakistan
  • Excellent. Had great fun. Consultant Surgeon, United Kingdom
  • It was good and innovative. Resident, Saudi Arabia
  • Overall, I'd say it was excellent. just sometimes I felt overwhelmed by the technicality of it since I was a total layman in this field. but I really appreciate facilitator's patience and enthusiasm in addressing our every need, no matter how stupid or naive, :). Intern, Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, Pakistan
  • What can I say? that was so fruitful 4 me...Excellent learning environment with skilled professional facilitators & Tutor ofcourse! Research Officer, Pakistan
For registration:
Complete the form and made payment by cash/cheque/pay order/DD/Bank transfer/Western Union.
Dates: 21 April - 19 May 2013

Duration: One month
Webinar timings: 1 hour (Tuesday): 6pm to 7pm  [PST / GMT: +5]
Online Course Website Access: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during the course
Last date for registration: April 18, 2013 at 5:00pm (GMT: +5) 
For more information: www.themedicalwriters.com/orc.html 
Investment

For Pakistan
 (students/postgraduates):

Rs. 5,000 / participant
Corporate: Rs. 10,000 / participant
Outside Pakistan (students/postgraduates):$100 / participant
Corporate (International)$200 / participant
- 
10% Disocunt on Group of 5 or more
Who should attend?
  • Undergraduate Students (medical, dental)
  • House Officers
  • Pharmacists
  • Faculty Members
  • Nursing staff and students
  • Those who want to attend it as a refresher course
  • Those who would like to but still have not started their first research project
For more information


The Medical Writers

Room 522, Panorama Centre, Building 2,
Saddar, Karachi
Pakistan

www.themedicalwriters.com/orc.htm
+92-0300-9279786
+92-0300-2375636
+92-21-35689860
info@themedicalwriters.com

Friday, March 8, 2013

BAHARIA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL AND DENTAL COLLEGE SYMPOSIUM


Third International Symposium
Bahria University
Medical and Dental College
Karachi
April, 26-27, 2013
Theme is
"Health care from bench to bedside & beyond"
Call for Abstracts & Posters on the theme
Symposium Highlihts
Pre-Symposium CME-Lectures & Workshops
22nd-25th April 2013
Plenary Session & Scientific Sessions
26th -27th April 2013







  SYMPOSIUM SECRETARIAT:
Bahria University Medical and Dental College, DHA Phase-II, Adjacent PNS Shifa, Karachi, Pakistan
Tel # +92-21-99204685-8 Fax # +92-21-99204689 Ext # 1071, 1072



 
Regards
 
Prof. Nasim Karim
Chairperson Scientific Committee

UK POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL DIPLOMAS


UK POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL DIPLOMAS

UK degree delivered in Sharjah, in UAE


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Online and face to face contact sessions,  Postgraduate Diploma programmes developed and delivered by Rila Institute of Health Sciences, London, awarded by and quality assured by Middlesex University. 

Cardiology • Diabetes • ENT • Dermatology
Urology • Family Medicine

These academic year long programmes are delivered by internationally renowned experts who have extensive knowledge in their specialty. During the study, students have face to face contact and workshops , participate in online clinical activities and interact with specialist facilitators in key case discussions to develop their critical thinking and clinical    understanding.
All the Postgraduate Diploma Programmes provide a UK university based qualification, recognised internationally.
Teaching Methods: A blend of face to face contact sessions based in the University of Sharjah, online teaching and assessment with case based discussion participation with specialist clinical facilitators.
Now accepting applications for March 2013

Apply Now
Introductory Workshops: 29th and 30th March 2013
Final Workshop: 15th November 2013
Examination Date: 16th November 2013

Venue:
Clinical Training Centre, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, UAE


For more information and Application Forms please visit www.gpcourses.co  or
Contact Us:
Dr Noman
Rila Institute of Health Sciences
73 Newman Street
London, W1T 3EJ
United Kingdom

TEL: + 44 (0) 207 631 1299
FAX: + 44 (0) 207 580 7166
        Email:  drnoman@rila.co.uk 


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RESEARCH ASSISTANCE


RESEARCH ASSISTANCE FOR SYNOPSIS/ DATA ANALYSIS/DISSERTATIONS AND MANUSCRIPT WRITING


For Clinicians, CPSP Trainees, MPhil and PhD students Struggling to Write Synopsis/ Analyze Data/ Complete Dissertation & Publish their Research Work
·       Assistance will be provided to improve the quality of research and increase reporting in peer reviewed journals
·        Complete high quality research to fulfill your professional requirement within a specific time frame under direct supervision of Prof Waqar Kazmi (M.S Epidemiology and Biostatistics; Tufts, Boston)
·        Develop expertise to conduct high quality research independently for future research projects
·       Publish your research work in peered reviewed journals.
We provide customized research assistance based over your need or stage of research project. Multiple one to one sessions will be arranged throughout the research process, starting from synopsis development until publication in peer reviewed journals.

RESEARCH SUPERVISION:
Research assistance and supervision is directly provided by Prof. Waqar H. Kazmi MD, MS (Epidemiology and Biostatistics; Tufts University, Boston).

Apart from being Director Research URG (Universal Research Group) Dr Kazmi is also Principal, Professor of Nephrology and Director Research, Karachi Medical & Dental College (KMDC). He is also the senior facilitator for Research Methodology workshop at the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP) and reviewer for international peer reviewed journals, like American Journal of Kidney Diseases and Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. Being a designated CPSP supervisor for research projects and having supervised a large number of postgraduate trainees, Dr Kazmi is well aware about the requirements for CPSP synopsis and dissertation.

SERVICES
We render the following services to postgraduate trainees/ MPhil/ PhD students and Clinicians:
·       Conception of research idea
·       Assistance in literature search
·       Development of a high quality synopsis/ research proposal
·       Sample size calculation
·       Create a valid Data Collection Tool
·       Statistical Analysis Plan
·       Addressing Ethical Issues and Development of Informed Consent Form
·       Assistance in Data Collection and Entry into SPSS
·       Statistical Analysis of Data on SPSS and Interpretation of Findings
·       Scientific Reporting of Results
·       Assistance in academic Writing ( scientific writing of dissertation and manuscript)
·       Referencing and Citation (both Harvard and Vancouver style)
As reporting of research finding must be the ultimate outcome of any research, thus once the research has been completed we also assist in:
·       Selection of Journal for Publication
·       Article Writing for Peer Reviewed Journal (Original Article)
·       Abstract Writing
·       Manuscript modification according to the guidelines for authors in your target journal
·       Developing Posters
·       Create PowerPoint Slides Presentation
GET YOUR RESEARCH WRITTEN & PUBLISHED
We also provide the above services (i.e. manuscript writing) to researchers who are finding it difficult to get their research work published in peer reviewed journals. Trainees, who have completed their fellowship can also benefit from our expertise to get their dissertation/thesis published in a peer reviewed journal.

Further information
Please find the attached file for detailed description of aims, research assistance provided, and information about research supervisors.

For further assistance or enquiry, please contact:
Dr Samad
Cell # 0303-2314395

To book an appointment, please contact:
H. Khan
Phone # 021-34923869, 34134400-4   Ext.  188
Cell   # 0336-2243873     


A-21/3, KDA Scheme-1 Ext., Opp, National Stadium, Karachi, Pakistan.

PAEDIATRIC SURGERY INTENSIVE REVIEW COURSE


2013 PAEDIATRIC SURGERY

INTENSIVE REVIEW COURSE

APRIL 11 to 18, 2013

THE CHILDREN HOSPITAL
AND
THE INSTITUTE OF CHILD HEALTH

LAHORE

DETAILS ATTACHED



9TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE / WORKSHOP


CALL FOR PAPERS