Regional Geriatric Conference

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1 Regional Geriatric Conference Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia Nusajaya, Johor Saturday 11th October am 6.00 pm This conference is aimed at healthcare professionals who wish to increase their knowledge of geriatric medicine. We hope it will guide and encourage health care professionals to set up further services to deliver geriatric medicine in Malaysia. 26th - 27th September 2014 Key Topics: l Geriatrics Home and Away l Community Geriatrics l Home Hazards l Surgery in Older Persons l Themed Workshops (orthogeriatics, falls, stroke, community geriatrics)

2 Speakers Dr Lynette Mackenzie Prof Philip Poi Dr Tan Boon Yeow Dr Wong Chek Hooi Dr Pauline Bailey Dr Kartini Nor Dr Tim Smith Dr Tan Kit Mun Dr Tan Maw Pin Dr Loh Pei Chong Head of Occupational Therapy, University of Sydney University of Malaya St Luke s Hospital, Singapore Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Singapore NUMed, Nusajaya, Johor NUMed, Nusajaya, Johor NUMed, Nusajaya, Johor University of Malaya University of Malaya Lam Wah Ee Hospital, Penang How much will it cost? RM 150 for medical doctors RM 100 for non-doctors & MSGM members RM 100 for NUMed staff Cancellation fee Before 26th September % conference fees Between 27th September 2014 and 3rd October % conference fees After 4th October % conference fees

3 How to register Fill out a registration form by following the link: Contacts Dr Pauline Bailey Pauline.Bailey@newcastle.ac.uk MP Tan malaysiangeriatrics@gmail.com or Useful numbers Taxis: Mr Udam Mr Halim

4 Programme Organising Chair: Dr Pauline Bailey Secretariat: NUMed Malaysia Time Topic Speaker Registration Welcome and Introduction Dr Pauline Bailey Senior Lecturer, NUMed Malaysia Geriatric Medicine (Home and Away) The Service and Future Challenges Faced In Malaysia The Service and Future Challenges Faced in Singapore The Service and Future Challenges Faced in UK The Service and challenges as viewed by a Junior Doctor Tea Break Community Geriatrics Defining Frailty- does it matter to a geriatrician? The Value of Home Assessment in Old Age Psychiatry Assessing Hazards in the Home Social Work for Older People Intensive Care Intensive Care for the Elderly Rehabilitation following Surgery and Intensive Care Lunch Time Symposium Introduction to Workshops Orthogeriatrics Falls and Syncope Stroke Community Geriatrics Lunch Time Symposium Lunch Introduction to Workshops Orthogeriatrics Falls and Syncope Stroke Community Geriatrics Tea Break Concurrent Workshops Setting Up Community Services Setting Up Orthogeriatric/Surgical Liaison Services Setting Up a Stroke Unit Setting Up a Falls and Syncope Service Prof Philip Poi, University of Malaya Dr Lee Fatt Soon, Ministry of Health Clinical Lead in Geriatric Medicine, Hospital Kuala Lumpur Dr Tan Boon Yeow, St Luke s Hospital, Singapore Dr Frank Local, NUMed Malaysia Dr Tulasi Chadalavada Dr Wong Chek Hooi, Singapore Dr Kartini Nor, NUMed Malaysia Dr Lynette Mackenzie, Sydney Ms Cheung Siew Li, Singapore Dr Tim Smith, NUMed Malaysia Dr Ungku Ameen, Hospital Tengku Ampuan Rahimah, Klang Dr Loh Pei Chong, Lam Wah Ee Hospital, Penang Dr Tan Maw Pin, University of Malaya Dr Tan Kit Mun, University of Malaya Dr Tan Boon Yeow, St Luke s Hospital/NUS Dr Loh Pei Chong, Lam Wah Ee Hospital, Penang Dr Tan Maw Pin, University of Malaya Dr Tan Kit Mun, University of Malaya Dr Tan Boon Yeow, St Luke s Hospital/NUS Dr Tan Boon Yeow Dr Loh Pei Chong Dr Tan Kit Mun Dr Tan Maw Pin

5 How to find us From Singapore: The NUMed campus is easily reached by car and is 15 minutes drive from the second link expressway. After customs, follow the expressway until the exit for Nusajaya/ Legoland. Come off the exit, follow the road and take the fi rst exit at the roundabout then turn left after the roundabout. Turn left and follow the signs to Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia. There is also a bus service from East Jurong to JB. Within Malaysia: The NUMed campus is approximately 30 minutes drive from the centre of JB along the new coastal highway. Follow the signs for Nusajaya/Educity. If coming from KL, follow the E2 highway until the exit for the E3. Then follow the signs for Nusajaya/Legoland. We are approximately 30 minutes by taxi from JB sentral train station and bus terminus.

6 Hotels Accommodation is available at either the brand new Traders Hotel at Puteri Harbour, the Granada Hotel at Bukit Indah or Tune Hotel, Danga Bay. All hotels are within easy reach by car. Traders Hotel, Puteri Harbour, Nusajaya Traders Hotel, Puteri Harbour, Johor, Malaysia, is the first international hospitality brand in Nusajaya, strategically positioned in the heart of a 688-acre waterfront precinct. Hotel guests will enjoy modern lifestyle components, world-class facilities and an excellent network of infrastructure. The hotel is also close to renowned theme parks (LEGOLAND Malaysia and Puteri Harbour Family Theme Park) and Johor s administration capital, Kota Iskandar. 283 tastefully decorated rooms and suites are ready to receive business and leisure travellers from near and far. Feel right at home instantly and stay connected at all times. Our excellent facilities and services include: l In-room Broadband l Airport transfer l Business Centre and conference rooms l Express Check-in and Check-out services l Foreign exchange counter l Postal and courier service l Ticketing and travel assistance l Laundry and valet service l Taxi and limousine service l WiFi access in public areas Our strong team of professionals is ready to make your stay a memorable one. Come and experience our warm hospitality at Traders Hotel, Puteri Harbour, Johor, Malaysia. Phone (60 7) Fax (60 7) thph@tradershotels.com Location Persiaran Puteri Selatan, Puteri Harbour, Nusajaya, Johor Darul Takzim, Malaysia Check-in / Check-out Check-in: 2pm Check-out: 12 noon Early check-in before 2pm is subject to room availability. Payment We accept the following cards: American Express, MasterCard, Visa.

7 Hotel Granada Hotel Granada Johor Bahru is a brand new, sumptuously furnished hotel in the heart of Bukit Indah. The hotel is conveniently nestled within easy reach of major eateries, shopping centres, entertainment outlets and other recreation and tourist attractions. These are all just a five minute walk from the hotel. Our excellent facilities and services include: l Free Wi-Fi access in rooms. l Airport transfer l Coffee shop l Executive floor l Laundry service l Room service l Wi-Fi in public areas l Bar l Concierge l Facilities for disabled guests l Meeting facilities l Safety deposit boxes l Business centre l Restaurant l Smoking area Our strong team of professionals is ready to make your stay a memorable one. Come and experience our warm hospitality at Hotel Granada. Phone (60 7) Fax (60 7) Location No.55, Jalan Indah 15/2, Taman Bukit Indah, Nusajaya, Johor, Malaysia Check-in / Check-out Check-in : 2pm Check-out: 12 noon Early check-in before 2pm is subject to room availability. Payment We accept the following cards: American Express, MasterCard, Visa.

8 Tune Hotel Located a 15-minute walk from Danga Bay City, Tune Hotel offers basic rooms with an attached bathroom. Free parking and a 24- hour front desk are available. Danga Bay s Tune Hotel is a 30-minute drive from Senai Airport and 15 km from Woodlands Checkpoint. A chargeable shuttle service from Resorts World Sentosa, Universal Studios and Marina Bay Sands in Singapore is available. Rooms come with both air conditioning and a fan. Bed linen, hot water supply and towels are provided. Each also has a safety deposit box. Luggage storage facilities are provided at the front desk. Disabled-friendly rooms are available upon request. The hotel has a prayer room. Facilities and services include: l 24.6km away from the Johor Premium Outlets. l Daily shuttle transfers to Resorts World Sentosa & Universal Studios Singapore available. l 12.9km from the Woodlands Checkpoint in Singapore. l F&B within the hotel includes Saffron Restaurant which serves Halal cuisine. l 7-Eleven located within the hotel. l AirAsia Travel & Service Centre located within our hotel. l 27km from the Sultan Ismail International Airport Senai, Johor. l Skybus Service available to and from Senai International Airport. Our strong team of professionals is ready to make your stay a memorable one. Come and experience our warm hospitality at Tune Hotel Location Located in the heart of the Danga Bay Waterfront City Development in Johor Bahru. Lot PTB 22819, Jalan Skudai, Mukim Bandar Johor Bahru, Johor Bahru, Johor. Check-in / Check-out Check-in : 2:00pm onwards Check-out: 11:00am Payment We accept the following cards: American Express, MasterCard, Visa.