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INTERNATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE SICKLE CELL DISEASE PRECEPTORSHIP
Starting on:
Aug 10, 2020
Ending on:
Jul 1, 2020
Moderator(s):
Venue:
International Cancer Institute
Max Credits:
5 Points

Provider:
International Cancer Institute
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INTERNATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE SICKLE CELL DISEASE PRECEPTORSHIP

Starting on:
Aug 10, 2020 4:00 PM
Ending on:
Jul 1, 2020 5:30 PM
Venue:
International Cancer Institute

Description

Multidisciplinary management, standards of care, optimal diagnostics, therapies and future perspectives in the care of Sickle Cell patients in sub-Saharan Africa.

Objectives

1. Describe the epidemiology, molecular basis, presentation and natural history of SCD and the variant sickle cell syndromes 2. Describe the techniques for Screening and the diagnosis of SCD; Correctly interpret electrophoresis and HPLC traces 3. Understand the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of sickle cell disease: acute pain crises and progressive organ damage. 4. Describe the management of specific major acute complications, including the acute chest syndrome, painful crisis, stroke etc 5. Describe the long-term complications of SCD (including orthopaedic, ophthalmic, renal, pulmonary, endocrine and fertility issues) and their management, in particular the need for comprehensive multi-disciplinary care 6. Understand the use of disease modifying agents in the management of SCD 7. Understand gene therapy, stem cell transplant and novel therapies in SCD treatment 8. Explain appropriate use of transfusion in SCD 9. Describe the complications, assessment and treatment of transfusional iron overload 10. Demonstrate a working knowledge and practical competency for acute and chronic pain management in patients with sickle cell disease. 11. Design a Health maintenance program for Pediatrics, Adolescents and Young Adults with SCD

Presenters

  1. Prof. Fredrick Chite
    Medical Oncologist and Hematologist
    International Cancer Institute (ICI)

  2. Prof. Anne Greist
    Hematologist and Medical Oncologist
    Indiana Hemophilia and Thrombosis Center

  3. Prof. Riyat Malkit
    Consultant Hematologist
    Aga Khan University Hospital

  4. Dr. Festus Njuguna
    Pediatrician (Hematology/ Oncology)
    Moi Teaching And Referral Hospital

  5. Dr. Zipporah Ali
    Palliative Care Specialist
    Kenya Hospices and Palliative Care Association (KEHPCA)

  6. Miss Catherine Wangechi
    Clinical Psychologist
    Branshe Enterprises

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