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"First Saudi International Symposium on Bleeding Disorders"
21-23 February 2004 / 01-03 Muharram 1425

Goals and Objectives:

The established programs at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center provide patients with bleeding diathesis, comprehensive care at a tertiary level, involving the professional interaction between different levels of care.

The topics that will be discussed during this 3-day symposium will not only provide an overview of basic concepts on bleeding disorders, but will assess the current status of care, including diagnosis and treatment aspects.  Highlighted topics will be the recent advances in molecular diagnosis and gene therapy, particularly in hemophilia, in addition to its preventive programs. Our goals are to stimulate new and creative ideas, make practical plans for nationwide upgrading of healthcare and to improve communication between different care providers throughout the Kingdom, with the ultimate goal being the formation of a national program for bleeding disorders.

Topics:

Hemophilia Diagnosis and Management
Molecular Aspects of Bleeding Disorders
Platelet Disorders
Von Willebrand's Disease

Who Should Attend:

Hematologists, Hematopathologists, Internists, Pediatricians, Orthopedic Surgeons, Physiotherapists as well as trainees in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics and Hematology

Venue:

Postgraduate Centre Auditorium, 3rd Floor
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Certificate of Attendance

Certificates of Attendance will be available on the final day of the symposium ONLY.  Please collect your certificate from the Symposium Registration Desk before you leave, as they will NOT be available after the symposium is over.

Information about CMEs

This Symposium is accredited by the Saudi Council For Health Specialties.  The numbers of CMEs are 12, Council Eligibility        Number (2003/3/3187), Date (25/07/1424).