Rheumatology. Across All Ages August, 2014 Hilton Kuala Lumpur. 15th MSR/SSR Workshop in Rheumatology

Transcription

1 Rheumatology Across All Ages Guest speakers Professor Dr Donald Resnick MD Professor of Radiology and Chief of Osteoradiology, University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Professor Dr Wolfgang Schmidt MD Medical Center for Rheumatology Berlin- Buch, Berlin, Germany and more... Organised by: With participation of Singapore Society of Rheumatology

2 Message from the Organising Chairperson Dr Lau Ing Soo Organising Chairperson & President, Malaysian Society of Rheumatology Greetings to all. We are pleased to announce that the will be an exciting as well as educational event. All health care professionals and those with an interest in rheumatic diseases are encouraged to participate. The theme for this year is and we want to create awareness that rheumatic conditions can affect children, adolescents, adults and the elderly. Radiology in rheumatology is also highlighted in the workshop. We are fortunate to have Professor Donald Resnick and Professor Wolfgang Schmidt, two prominent and internationally known authorities in radiology and musculoskeletal ultrasound to be among our speakers. Here we would encourage our Radiology colleagues to participate and not miss this rare opportunity. The programme includes updates in important topics in rheumatology like inflammatory arthritis, SLE, osteoarthritis, and osteoporosis. So there is something for everyone. There is also a pre-workshop in musculo-skeletal ultrasound for rheumatologists. Malaysian Society of Rheumatology is 25 years old and we are in a celebratory mood for our silver jubilee. This also happens to be Visit Malaysia Year So do block your dates for August 2014 and join us in the workshop at the strategically located Hilton Kuala Lumpur. Yours sincerely, Dr Lau Ing Soo Organising Chairperson & President, Malaysian Society of Rheumatology COURSE DESCRIPTION AND TARGET AUDIENCE The main focus of this workshop is to provide the latest updates on rheumatic disorders that are encountered in clinical practice across all ages. In particular, we are highlighting advances in musculoskeletal imaging. The meeting is intended for primary care physicians, radiologists, medical officers, general physicians, rheumatology fellows, rheumatologists, orthopedic surgeons as well as other healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with rheumatic disorders.

3 Speakers Prof Donald Resnick is a Professor of Radiology and Chief of Osteoradiology at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD). He is a world renowned speaker in musculoskeletal radiology and has devoted more than 30 years to musculoskeletal radiology education. Prof Wolfgang Schmidt is a Professor of Free and Humboldt Universities in Berlin. He is a world expert in musculoskeletal ultrasound and imaging of vasculitis. He has taught at many ultrasound courses around the world. Dr. Yeap Swan Sim is a Consultant Rheumatologist at Sime Darby Medical Centre, Malaysia. She is the current President of the Malaysian Osteoporosis Society and the co-chairperson of the working group that published the 2012 Clinical Guidance on the Management of Osteoporosis in Malaysia.

4 Organising Committee Organising chairperson Dr Lau Ing Soo Secretary Dr Asmahan Mohamed Ismail Treasurer Dr Shereen Ch ng Suyin Scientific Committee Dr Yeap Swan Sim Dato Dr Gun Suk Chyn A/P Dr Ng Chin Teck Publications / souvenirs Dr Nor Shuhaila Shahril Dr Anwar Samhari Mat Arshad Sponsorship/Booths Dr Mollyza Mohd Zain Dr Habibah Mohd Yusoof Social Dr Heselynn Hussein Dr Esha Das Gupta Protocol Dr Azmillah Rosman Dr Muhaini Othman Secretariat Pfizer (M) Sdn Bhd

5 Members of the Malaysian Society of Rheumatology (MSR) President Dr Lau Ing Soo Vice President Dr Asmahan Mohamed Ismail Committee Members: Dr Habibah Mohd Yusoof Dr Anwar Samhari Mat Arshad Assoc Prof Dr Ng Chin Teck Dr Nor Shuhaila Shahril Secretary Dr Mollyza Mohd Zain Treasurer Dr Shereen Ch'ng SuYin

6 Members of the Singapore Society of Rheumatology (SSR) President Dr. Leong Khai Pang Vice President Dr. Cheng Yew Kuang Secretary Dr. Amelia Santosa Committee Members Dr. Jane Clayton Dr. Warren Fong Co-op Member Dr. Annie law Dr. Koh Li Wearn Treasurer Dr. Madelynn Chan

7 Programme 22-24, August 2014 Day 1 (Friday) Day 2 (Saturday) Day 3 (Sunday) Registration Welcome & Opening Address The Teen-y Woes : Managing Adolescents with Rheumatological Diseases Adult Inflammatory Arthritis Articular Disorders of The Peripheral Skeleton: Conventional Radiography Dinner Symposium Dinner Breakfast Symposium Treat to Target (T2T) for Spondyloarthropathy MSK U/S for The Non-Rheumatologists Coffee Break & Trade Exhibition Updates in Gout Management Articular Disorders of The Peripheral Skeleton: MR Imaging Controversies in Osteoporosis Lunch Symposium Articular Disorders of The Axial Skeleton: Emphasis on Inflammatory Diseases and Degenerative Diseases I Treat to Target (T2T) in SLE, A New Concept Tea Break Case Presentation Gala Dinner Breakfast Symposium Quiz Articular Disorders of The Axial Skeleton: Emphasis on Inflammatory Diseases And Degenerative Diseases II Management of Osteoarthritis CPG on OA Tea Break Osteonecrosis, Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis, Impingement, Paget Disease, And Insufficiency Fractures: Dogma and Dilemma with Emphasis on The Hip MARBLE (Malaysian Rheumatology Biologics Registry) Prize giving Closing MSR AGM

8 Conference Information Date: 21 August 2014 Courses: Pre-Workshop Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Venues: University of Malaya Medical Centrel (UMMC) Dates: August 2014 Courses: Main Meeting Scientific Programme Venues: Hilton Kuala Lumpur 3, Jalan Stesen Sentral Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Important Dates Deadline for Early Bird Registration : 22/6/2014 Dealine for Registration : 15/8/2014 Cancellation Policy Request for cancellation/replacement must be made in writing to the conference secretariat. For cancellations received: On or Before 22 June 2014 : 50% Refund of Registration Fee After 22 June 2014 : No refund All refund will be made after the meeting. Language The official language of the meeting is English. There is no interpretation rendered. Letter of Invitation Upon request, the organiser will issue a letter of invitation to facilitate the delegate s travel and visa arrangements. This invitation does not imply provision of financial or other support. CME Accreditation The conference will be accredited with professional points by Malaysia Medical Association (MMA). In order to claim the appropriate professional points, healthcare professionals are required to sign in for the sessions that they attend. Participants should claim only those credits that he/she actually spent in the sessions. Full Delegate s Entitlements Opening Ceremony All Scientific Sessions Lunch, Morning and Afternoon Tea Breaks Certificate of Attendance Conference Course Folder Conference Satchel Name Badges Name badges should be worn at all times, as admission to all sessions is strictly by name badges only. There will be no replacement of name badges or conference materials. Lost & Found Missing items can be collected from the Secretariat Room. Liability The organiser is not responsible for personal accidents, illnesses, loss or damage to private properties of the delegates. Delegates are advised to arrange for appropriate insurance coverage during the conferences period. Disclaimer Whilst every attempt will be made to ensure that all aspects of the conference will take place as scheduled, the organiser reserves prerogative to make appropriate changes.

9 Registration Important Dates Deadline for Early Registration : 22 Jun 2014 Deadline for Registration : 15 Aug 2014 Registration Categories Registration Categories Early Bird Regular Deadline Pre-workshop Musculoskeletal Ultrasound 21 Aug 2014 Main Meeting Scientific Programme Aug 2014 On / Before 22 Jun 2014 Due to limited places available, registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of full payment, on a first-come-come-serve basis. Payment must be received on or before 22 June 2014 to enjoy the early-bird fee. The organiser reserves the right to charge the standard fee after this date. 23 Jun 2014 and onwards MSR/SSR Member MYR 550 MYR 650 Non Member MYR 650 MYR Para-Medical - Nurse - Allied Healthcare Professional MYR 400 MYR 450 Payment Option Payment of registration fees may be made as follows: 1). By Cheque / Bank Draft (to be drawn on a bank in Malaysia) a). Online banking, all cheques/bank draft should be made payable to: Malaysian Society of Rheumatology b). Indicate your name, contact number and event name ( MSR-SSR 2014 ) at the back of the cheque / bankdraft and mail to : Malaysian Society of Rheumatology (MSR) A-2-15, Block A, Merchant Tropicana No. 1, Jalan Tropicana Selatan, PJU Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. 2). By Telegraphic Transfer / Interbank Transfer Beneficiary Name : Malaysian Society of Rheumatology Bank Name : Maybank Bank Address : Bangsar Baru Account Number : Swift Code : Mbbemykl Please state that the payment is for MSR-SSR 2014 and indicate your Name clearly. Upon completion of transfer, please a copy of your remittance advise with your name to the Secretariat at secretariat@msr.my for tracking purpose. Payment made by Bank Draft or Telegraphic Transfer should be made NETT of all bank charges and commission. Cancellation Policy Any cancellation or replacement must be conveyed to the Organiser in writing. A cancellation fee will be charged if the cancellation is received on or before 22 June There will be no refund of registration fee of 50% of registration fee for cancellation made after the respective deadlines as stated above. The Organiser reserves the right to modify the programme. Full refund will be made should be course be cancellation due to unforseen circumstances and all refunds will be made after the event.

10 About Malaysia A bubbling, bustling melting-pot of races and religions where Malays, Chinese, Indian, and many other ethnic groups live together in peace and harmony. The multi culturalism has made Malaysia a gastronomical paradise and home to hundreds of colourful festivals. Malaysia has 11 states and 2 federal territories form Peninsular Malaysia which is seperated by the South China Sea from East Malaysia which includes 2 states (Sabah and Sarawak on the island of Borneo) and a third federal territory, the island of Labuan. Rugged mountains reach dramatically for the sky while rainforest-clad slopes sweep down to flood plains teeming with forest life. Cool highland hideaways roll down to warm, sandy beaches and rich, humid mangroves. Weather in Malaysia Malaysia is a tropical country, with common temperature of low 25 degree celcius to high 32 degree celcius. Visa and Entry Facilities All visitors must have an international passport when entering Malaysia with a validity period of 6 months beyond the time of stay allowed in Malaysia. Language Bahasa Melayu is the national language, but English is widely spoken as the business language Mandarin, Canotnese, Hokkien and Hakka are spoken by Malaysia s Chinese population and Tamil and Hindi among the Indian population. Currency The monetary unit of the country is Ringgit Malaysia and is written as RM or MYR. Notes are available in RM1, RMS, RM10, RM20, RMSO and RM100 denominations, while coins are issued in 5, 10 and SO sen (cents) denominations. International currencies and credit card are accepted Widely in commercial areas and services. Tipping Tipping is not commonly practice in Malaysia, especially in the rural areas. In most hotels and established restaurants, along with a service charge is added to the bill along with a 6% government tax. A small token is highly appreciated to give when you are satisfied with the services. Electricity The electricity current in Malaysia is 220 volts or 250 volts AC, SO cycles. 3-pin British Plug is generally used. Adaptors can be used for other international plug. Transportation Travel within Malaysia is accessible by using common modes of transportation like: Light Rail Train (LRT), taxi, public buses, public limousine and domesticflight. Telecommunication Partners Malaysia has four mobile service providers: Maxis, Digi, Celcom, and U Mobile. The local code is 010, 012, 013, 014, 016, 017, 018, 019. The SIM-card can be purchased in any convenience shop. Smoking Smoking is not permitted in public service vehicles, museums, libraries, lifts, threatres, cinemas, air-conditioned restaurants, hair saloons, supermarkets, department stores and government offices. (Resources :