Join us for our annual Travel Medicine Masterclass Series. This year, we are pleased to present topics chosen by our members. The content is designed for doctors, nurses, pharmacists and allied health practitioners from across the continent to build on existing knowledge within the African context.

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Register today to attend 3 workshops on Wednesday evenings in September from 19:30-21:00 CAT. This event is being registered for CPD points through the University of the Witwatersrand.

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SPACE IS LIMITED. RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!

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4 September 2024

Telemedicine in travel medicine: Challenges and opportunities

This presentation addresses the opportunities and challenges of telemedicine in low-resource settings, including the process of setting up a telemedicine practice and how it has changed post-COVID. You will also learn about the technical elements and privacy considerations that need to be in place for success. ​

Presenter: Dr. Matshediso Kgamane (Botswana)

 

11 September 2024

Fitness to fly: Lessons learned

Through case studies, this session examines the causes of in-flight emergencies and risks associated with air travel. It considers the health outcomes of patients attended by air crews and onboard doctors, as well as flight diversions. You will also learn about how to navigate airline administrative protocols for special and high risk travellers.

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Presenter: Dr. Garth Brink (South Africa)

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18 September 2024

The high risk traveller: Post-surgery & mental health and repatriation

This session considers high risk travellers, specifically those who travel post-surgery and patients who have to be repatriated as a result of a psychiatric emergency. Through case studies, you will learn about common challenges and how to advise your travellers about how to handle post-surgical complications abroad and what to expect during a repatriation related to a mental health event.

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Presenters: Dr. Kessie Naidoo (South Africa) and Dr. Sisetske Dantuma (Tanzania)​