PHARMA-CCFPR
2025-03-20 18:30 - 22:00 UTC
TBA

CCFPJ-SERVIER Clinical case: Chronic Venous Disease/Hemorrhoidal Disease
2025-03-23 13:30 - 16:30 UTC
AGENDA
6:30pm – 6:40 pm Registration
6: 40pm – 6:55 pm Welcome and Opening Remarks – Servier Representative
6:55pm – 7:00pm Greetings From The Caribbean College of Family Physicians
Doctor Seni Onunuju
7:00pm – 7:05pm Introduction of Speaker – Servier Representative
7:05pm – 7:35pm Presentation – Dr. Delroy Fray
“Clinical case: Chronic Venous Disease/Hemorrhoidal Disease”
7:35pm – 8:05pm Question & Answer Dr. Delroy Fray
8:05pm – 8:25pm SERVIER – Spotlight – Servier Representative
8:25pm – 8:30pm VOTE OF THANKS
NOTE: PLEASE CONTACT YOUR SERVIER MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR THIS WEBINAR

Educational Live Event - Alcohol, Cancer and Advanced Treatment Technologies
2025-03-23 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Grenada) | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
Alcohol Cancer Advanced Treatments

We invite you to another educational live event hosted on the Caribbean Cancer Portal.

Topics: One Alcoholic Drink a Day, What Does That Have To Do With Cancer
Advanced Technologies in Prostate Cancer Treatment

Date: Sunday, 23 March, 2025

Time: 5 p.m. AST (Grenada time)
CLICK ON WEBSITE https://caribcan.org/ for registration information

Speakers: Dr. Johnathon Noel – Consultant Urological Surgeon Guy’s & Thomas’ Hospital U.K.
Dr. Merisa Grant-Tate, Consultant Oncologist, St. Kitts and Nevis

Objectives: Explain, with demonstrations, advancements in prostate cancer treatments
Discuss current evidence relating to alcohol consumption and cancer
Demonstrate proactive dialogue regarding risks associated with alcohol intake
CME will be awarded.
Registration link attached or visit caribcan.org
Register today and see you then!

Alcohol Cancer Advanced Treatments

Kidney Disease and Hypertension - Dinner meeting
2025-03-25 18:30 - 21:30 UTC | Courtleigh Hotel & Suites, Kingston, Jamaica, Knutsford Boulevard, Kingston, Saint Andrew, 5, Jamaica
March 25, 2025 At The Courtleigh Hotel & Suites 6:30 PM
6:30pm – 6:45pm Welcome and Greetings from CCFP– Moderator – Dr. William Brown
6:45pm– 7:45pm Kidney Disease and Hypertension – Dr. Marius Badal – Consultant Nephrologist
7:45pm – 8:30pm Questions and Answers
8:30pm –8:35pm Vote of thanks – Sophia McKenzie– Medical Representative –
Cari- Med Group Limited
Meeting Objectives
o To reinforce guideline directives in managing Hypertension to reduce kidney disease
o To specify the benefits in intensified management of hypertension to reduce nephrology risks
CREDIT HOURS REQUESTED: 1:00:00 HOUR
WITH COMPLIMENTS OF CARIMED GROUP LIMITED – NOVARTIS PRODUCT LINE

CCFPJ-SERVIER - Clinical case: Angina/Heart Failure with elevated HR
2025-03-27 18:30 - 21:30 UTC
AGENDA
6:30pm – 6:40 pm Registration
6: 40pm – 6:55 pm Welcome and Opening Remarks – Servier Representative
6:55pm – 7:00pm Greetings From The Caribbean College of Family Physicians
Doctor Seni Onunuju
7:00pm – 7:05pm Introduction of Speaker – Servier Representative
7:05pm – 7:35pm Presentation – Dr. Raquel Gordon
“Clinical case: hypertensive patient with diabetes”
7:35pm – 8:05pm Question & Answer Dr. Raquel Gordon
8:05pm – 8:25pm SERVIER – Spotlight – Servier Representative
8:25pm – 8:30pm VOTE OF THANKS

NOTE: FOR DETAILS ON REGISTRATION, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR SERVIER MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVE

DR. REDDYS ACADEMIC SYMPOSIUM 2025 - VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE
2025-04-04 18:30 - 21:30 UTC | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
DRL Digital Invite 4th Apr 2025

Dr Reddy Academic Symposium 2025
Hybrid Meeting: Venue: AC Hotel, Kingston
Date: April 4, 2025,
Time: 6:30 PM
AGENDA
Moderator: William Brown

Timing
Duration
Topic
Speakers

6.30-6.35 PM
5 min
Welcome & Opening remarks
Dr Reddy’s Representative

6.35-6.45 PM
10 min
Introduction to Speakers & Context Setting
Dr. William Brown as Moderator

6.45-6.50 PM
5 min
Guest of Honour Address
Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (Minister, Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce)

6.50-6.55 PM
5 min
Chief Guest Address
Mr Mayank Joshi (High Commissioner of India)

6.55-7.15 PM
20 min
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories -Empowering Healthcare through Global Reach, Quality Generics & Innovative Solutions.
Dr Anil Jain (Dr Reddy’s -Head Global Medical Affairs) as Speaker

7.15-7.45 PM
30 min
Cardio Metabolic Burden, Diagnosis & Role of Generics in Patients Access and Disease Management
Dr. Patrice Emmanuel (Endocrinologist) as Speaker

7.45-8.15 PM
30 min
The Rise in Vascular Diseases and the Need for Improved Access.
Dr. Mark Hoo Sang (Consultant Cardiologist) as Speaker

8.15 to 8.45 PM
30 min
Generic Medications: Dispensing Responsibly
Dr. Aleena Langlay (Senior Pharmacy Inspector/Education Officer) as Speaker

8.45 to 8.55 PM
10 min
Q&A
All Speakers

8.55 to 9.00 PM
5 min
Vote of Thanks
Dr Reddy’s Representative

*Dinner will be served in academic symposium

REGISTRATION LILNK BELOW
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_i64ZyW94QliN53vNqK0Mmg#/registration

GUARDIANS OF THE HEART ONLINE WEBINAR - FREE
2025-04-06 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
https://www.ccfpjamaica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Guardians-of-Heart_Invite_06-April-25.pdf

REGISTER AT THIS LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FdPsDJcASoSdAwHz2VLEQg#/registration
Presents Medical Meeting
VENUE: HYBRID/ Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa
Date: April 6th, 2025
Title: Guardians of Heart
Agenda

Guardians of Heart – April 6th, 2025

AGENDA

Welcome & Context Setting
1.00pm – 1.05pm
DRL Representative

The use of NVKA Anti-coagulants in Primary Care
1.05pm – 1.50pm
Dr. Claudine Lewis
Consultant Cardiologist
Founder / Medical Director Heart Smart Centre

The Management of Acute Coronary Syndrome: The Role of Ticagrelor
1.50pm – 2.30pm
Dr. Deron Reid
Consultant Cardiologist
Cornwall Regional Hospital/Western Regional Health Authority, Jamaica

Question & Answer Session
Moderated by Dr. Claudine Lewis
2.30pm -3.10pm
Dr. Lewis and Dr. Deron Reid

Vote of Thanks & Closing Remarks
3:10pm – 3.15pm
DRL Representative

Goal
To review the current therapeutic approaches in:

VTE in Primary Care
The Management of Acute Coronary Syndrome

Topic 1: Objectives

To review local statistics and international guidelines on the management of VTE and NVAF
Discussion on how the new non-Vitamin K oral anticoagulants and their management of VTE and NVAF

Topic 2: Objectives

Review Acute Coronary Syndrome as an illness
Discuss the current guidelines in ACS managemeNT
Highlight the benefits of Ticagrelor in the management of ACS

CLICK LINK BELOW TO DOWNLOAD FLYER AND REGISTER FOR ONLINE ATTENDANCE
https://www.ccfpjamaica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Guardians-of-Heart_Invite_06-April-25.pdf

AGPJ Paediatric Lecture Series- 1
2025-04-24 19:00 - 21:30 UTC | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
Dear Colleague,
The Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica (AGPJ) warmly invites you to attend:
Day 1 of the AGPJ Paediatric Lecture Series
Virtual CME Event
Theme: Paediatric Health Management in Primary Care in the Caribbean
Focus: Paediatric Obesity & Mental Health Management
Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:20 PM (Jamaica Time)
Platform: Zoom
CME Credits Available – 2.00 hours
Cost for CME Certificate: J$1,000.00
Scientific Presentations Include:

“Childhood Obesity in the Caribbean: Prevention and Management in Primary Care”
Dr. Rasheedah Andrews, MD, MBA, FAAP, DABOM
Board-Certified Pediatrician & Obesity Medicine Specialist
“Mental Health in Paediatrics: Recognizing and Managing Emotional and Behavioral Disorders”
Christesla Duroska, LCSW-Candidate
Psychotherapist, Maimonides Pediatric Clinic, Brooklyn, NY

Additional Highlights:

Live Q&A sessions
Moderator-led discussions

Zoom Registration Link:
Click here to register for the event
Payment Link for CME Certificate (J$1,000.00):
Click here to pay by credit or debit card
Please send confirmation of payment to:
Email: agpjsecretary@gmail.com
Contact Numbers: 876-517-6636 | 876-386-1443
We look forward to your participation in this impactful learning experience as we continue to strengthen paediatric care in the Caribbean through our CME offerings.
Warm regards,
Email: agpjsecretary@gmail.com
Phone: 876-517-6636 | 876-386-1443
https://www.ccfpjamaica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/AGPJ-PAEDIATRIC-OBESITY-MENTAL-HEALTH-SESSION-1.pdf

https://www.ccfpjamaica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/AGPJ-PAEDIATRIC-OBESITY-MENTAL-HEALTH-SESSION-1.pdf

NCDs AND NEPHROLOGY: A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH
2025-04-27 13:00 - 16:30 UTC | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
Zoom CME Conference: Tackling Chronic Kidney Disease in the Context of NCDs
Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025
Platform: Zoom
Time: 1:00Pm Jamaica Time
CME/CPD Credits Requested: 3.5/ COST: J$2,000 for Certificates
ATTENDANCE AND REGISTRATION: FREE

Join us for an engaging and insightful international CME/CPD virtual conference featuring expert presentations from distinguished international speakers. This conference will focus on Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and its intricate connections with major non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and obesity.
Designed for healthcare professionals across disciplines, this session aims to strengthen early detection, prevention, and effective management strategies for CKD in high-risk populations.
Key Topics Include:

Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease: Strategies for Early Detection and Management
Hypertension and Kidney Health: A Two-Way Relationship
Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome, and Renal Dysfunction: Unraveling the Connection
Cardiovascular-Renal Syndrome: Understanding the Heart-Kidney Link in NCDs
Chronic Kidney Disease in the Aging Population: Challenges and Management Strategies
The Role of Lifestyle Modifications in Preventing Kidney Disease in NCD Patients

Throughout the program, sponsor presentations—including a featured presentation by Amagi Health Ltd—will highlight key innovations and resources to support patient care.
The conference will conclude with an interactive Q&A segment, offering participants the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from leading international voices in nephrology and NCD management and to enhance your clinical practice with practical, up-to-date knowledge.

DOWNLOAD FLYER: https://www.ccfpjamaica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/NCD-and-Nephrology-Webinar-April-27-2025-1.pdf
REGISTER HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XqGEoB8MSs207TH9CRDRZw#/registration
PAY BY VISA DEBIT/CREDIT CARD: https://www.fygaro.com/en/pb/d2e8d7b6-b5c4-49e3-9285-290a5440708c/
CONFIRMATION OF PAYMENT TO BE EMAILED TO: ccfpsecretary@gmail.com
QUERIES: 876-517-6636 or 876-386-1443

NOVARTIS - DERMATOLOGY WEBINAR
2025-04-30 18:30 - 21:00 UTC | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
FOR REGISTRATION DETIAL PLEASE CONTACT NOVARTIS AT: 18763924983
Meeting Objectives

To provide an overview of IL-17 and its implications
To highlight the diagnosis and management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Programme

6:30pm – 6:35pm Welcome & Greetings– Mrs. Janice Simpson-Spencer – Novartis Country Manager
6:35pm– 6:40pm Introduction of Moderator – Mrs Sophia McKenzie – Novartis Business Coordinator
6:40pm – 7:10pm Opening Remarks and Presentation on the Multi-Modal IL 17 – Dr. Delansie Lawrence
7:10pm –7:15pm Questions & Answers
7:15pm – 7:20pm Introduction of Speaker – Moderator
7:20pm – 8:05 pm Presentation on The Diagnosis and Management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa – Dr. Rokeisha Clare-Kleinbussink – Consultant Dermatologist
8:05pm – 8:20 pm Questions and Answers
8:20pm – 8:25pm Vote of thanks – Mr. Jason Spence – Novartis Medical Representative

AGPJ PAEDIATRIC LECTURE 2 - VIRTUAL
2025-05-01 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
Dear Colleague,
The Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica (AGPJ) invites you to attend:
Day 2 of the AGPJ Paediatric Lecture Series
Virtual CME Event
Theme: Respiratory & Infectious Diseases in Primary Care in the Caribbean
Day 2 Focus: Managing Respiratory & Infectious Diseases in Primary Care
Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:20 PM (Jamaica Time)
Platform: Zoom
CME Credits: 2.00 Hours
Cost for CME Certificate: J$1,000.00
Scientific Presentations:

“Differential Diagnosis and Management of Allergic Rhinitis”
Dr. Guyan Channer – Consultant Otolaryngologist, Head & Neck Surgeon
“Microbr Mahem: The Ear-Resistible World of Otitis Media”
Dr. Myrton Smith – Consultant Otolaryngologist, Head & Neck Surgeon

Featuring video presentations from sponsor GSK
Additional Highlights:

Moderator-led welcome and closing
Live Q&A session with the speakers
Sponsor appreciation

Zoom Registration Link:
Click here to register for the session
Payment Link for CME Certificate (J$1,000):
Click here to pay by credit or debit card
Please send confirmation of payment to:
Email: agpjsecretary@gmail.com
Contact Numbers: 876-517-6636 | 876-386-1443
The event flyer is attached with this invitation.
We look forward to welcoming you to this enriching session as we continue our series aimed at improving paediatric health outcomes in the Caribbean.
Warm regards,
Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica (AGPJ)
Email: agpjsecretary@gmail.com
Phone: 876-517-6636 | 876-386-1443
https://www.ccfpjamaica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/AGPJ-PAEDIATRIC-LECTURE-RESPIRATORY-INFECTIOUS.pdf

https://www.ccfpjamaica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/AGPJ-PAEDIATRIC-LECTURE-RESPIRATORY-INFECTIOUS.pdf

CARPHA 69TH ANNUAL HEALTH RESEARCH CONFERENCE
2025-05-07 08:30 - 17:00, 2025-05-08 08:30 - 17:00 UTC | LLOYD ERSKINE SANDIFORD CENTRE, BARBADOS, Barbados
https://conference.carpha.org/Registration
https://conference.carpha.org/Conference-Registration
https://conference.carpha.org/Speakers

Servier-CCFP CME Symposium “The Multimorbidity Care Program, Detect, Manage, Prevent”
2025-05-08 19:00 - 21:30 UTC | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
REGISTRATION LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Z1IF2gNpTvy6KlnHtOjfsA#/registration
Venue: Online
Date: Thursday May 8th,2025
Time: 7:00 p.m.
DRAFT PROGRAMME
6:30pm – 6:35pm Welcome and Opening Remarks- Servier Representative
6:35pm – 6:40pm Greetings from The Caribbean College of Family Physicians
6:40pm – 6:45pm Introduction of Guest Presenter – Servier Representative
6:45pm– 7:45pm “The Multimorbidity Care Program; Detect. Manage. Prevent”- Dr. Lori-Ann Fisher – Consultant Nephrologist, Jamaica
7:45pm – 8:00pm Questions & Answers
8:00pm – 8:15pm. “Product Spotlight”
8:15pm – 8:20pm VOTE OF THANKS & Conclusion (Servier Representative)

INVITATION MAY 8TH 250507 103337

CARPHA 69TH ANNUAL HEALTH RESEARCH CONFERENCE
2025-05-09 08:30 - 17:00 UTC

Product Launch - NURTEC - PFIZER - HYBRID - free to attend - cme certificate free
2025-05-14 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | AC HOTEL, Jamaica
TITLE OF PROGRAMME/ACTIVITY:
NURTEC CLINICAL EVIDENCE

PROGRAMME GOALS
The goal is to present and discuss a novel therapy that can both treat and prevent the various migraine needs with one simple solution

PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES
To Review the diagnosis of migraine, To differentiate between current therapy and GRP antagonist < To undertand the benefits of no longer only treating migraine but also how to prevent migraine headache

ADDITOINAL INFORMATION COMING SOON

WORLD FAMILY DOCTOR DAY Virtual Conference
2025-05-18 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | Zoom Room, Web-to-Web, Jamaica
https://www.ccfpjamaica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/WFDD-JAMAICA-2025-VIRTUAL-CONFERENCE-AGENA-Date-18-MAY-2025.pdf
Theme: The Impact of the Ageing Population on Primary Healthcare
Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025 I Time: 9:00 a.m. Jamaica Time
Format: Virtual Conference (Zoom)
Hosted by: The Caribbean College of Family Physicians – Jamaica Chapter (CCFPJ)
In Collaboration With: The Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica (AGPJ) & The FAM-MED Unit at UWI-MONA
🕘 Conference Programme
https://www.ccfpjamaica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/World-Family-Doctor-Day-Seminar-6.pdf

WFDD JAMAICA 2025 VIRTUAL CONFERENCE AGENA Date 18 MAY, 2025

CCFPR- SERVIER - The Dynamic Duo of Control and Adherence in the Management of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: Addressing the issue down to their toes”
2025-05-30 18:00 - 21:30 UTC
Topic: “The Dynamic Duo of Control and Adherence in the Management of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: Addressing the issue down to their toes”

Venue : Hybrid-The Jade Gardens Restaurant

Date: May 30, 2025
Speaker(s): Dr. Patrice Francis-Emanuel

AGENDA

6:30pm – 6:40 pm Registration

6: 40pm – 6:50 pm Welcome and Opening Remarks – Servier Representative
6:50pm – 6:55pm Introduction of Dr. S. Ononuju – Servier Representative

6:55pm – 7:00pm Greetings From The Caribbean College of Family Physicians
Doctor Seni Onunuju

7:00pm – 7:05pm Introduction of Speaker – Servier Representative
7:05pm – 7:55pm Presentation Part 1 – Dr. Patrice Francis-Emanuel

“The Dynamic Duo of Control and Adherence in the Management of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes”

7:55pm – 8:00pm SERVIER – Spotlight and MOA video– Servier Representative

8:00pm – 8:45pm Presentation Part 1 – Dr. Patrice Francis-Emanuel
“Addressing the issue down to their toes”

8:45pm – 9:10pm Question & Answer Dr. Patrice Francis-Emanuel

9:10pm – 9:15pm Call to Action – Servier Representative

9:15pm – 9:20pm VOTE OF THANKS
PROGRAMME GOALS
To improve the clinical outcome of the patients with diabetes.
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES
To provide clear and specific best practice in the treatment of the patient with diabetes.
DESCRIPTION OF EDUCATIONAL METHODOLOGY TO BE USED (use the other option to list all the educational methodology to be used):
POWER POINT LECTURE
METHOD OF PROGRAMM EVALUATION:(use the other option to list all the options)
POLL QUESTIONS
CREDIT HOURS REQUESTING (PER DAY OR PER SESSION)
2

TO BE CONFIRMED - HEADACHES
2025-06-04 19:00 - 21:30 UTC
NOT YET CONFIRMED – Theme: Headache Management
SUGGESTED THEMES
1. “Breaking the Pain Cycle: Practical Approaches to Headache Management”

Focus: A clinically practical session on diagnosing and treating common and complex headaches in primary care.

2. “From Migraine to Mystery: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Tools in Headache Management”

Focus: Differentiating between headache types (migraine, tension, cluster, secondary), red flags, and treatment updates.

3. “When the Head Hurts: A Comprehensive Update on Headache Diagnosis and Management”

Focus: Evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies, including imaging indications.

4. “Headache in Focus: A Primary Care Approach to Relief and Recovery”

Focus: Tailoring treatments to patient needs—chronic headache, medication overuse, lifestyle interventions.

5. “More Than a Headache: Navigating Neurological and Systemic Clues”

Focus: Secondary headaches, referral criteria, and headache as a symptom of broader pathology.

TIME: 7:00 PM

CCFPJ - GSK HYBRID CME CONFERENCE - Primary Care Master Class
2025-06-08 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | AC HOTEL, Jamaica
Dear Doctor,
We are delighted to invite you to the One GSK Forum—an exclusive continuing medical education event dedicated to enhancing clinical knowledge and improving patient care across multiple disciplines.
Event Details
Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
Venue: The AC Hotel Kingston | Hybrid (In-Person & Virtual)
Login/Registration: 10:15 AM (Jamaican Time)
CME Credits: 4.0 Hours
Cost: Complimentary
Join us as we explore key therapeutic areas with some of the region’s leading clinical experts. Topics include:

Asthma Management
Respiratory Tract Infections
Allergic Rhinitis
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

This forum offers a unique opportunity to gain up-to-date, evidence-based insights and practical tools for your clinical practice—while networking with peers in an engaging environment.
How to Register
Please refer to the attached flyer and click on the appropriate link to register for your preferred attendance mode or click on any of the links here: In-Person: In person Attendance Registration: One GSK Forum 2025 or Virtual: ONE GSK FORUM 2025
We look forward to welcoming you to this impactful learning experience.
Warm regards,
On behalf of the GSK Team
Tel: 876-878-4941/876-469-0861
CME Accreditation Application Outline
Submitted to: Medical Council of Jamaica
Prepared by: Caribbean College of Family Physicians (Jamaica Chapter)
Event Title: Primary Care Master Class
Collaboration: Caribbean College of Family Physicians Jamaica Chapter & GSK
Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM
Venue: AC Marriott Hotel, Kingston / Hybrid (Virtual and In-person)
Total CME Hours Requested: 4.40 hours
Chairperson/Moderator:
Dr. Aldyth Buckland – Immediate Past President, CCFP Jamaica Chapter
TOPICS/PRESENTERS
1) Topic: Breath of Fresh Air: Innovations in Asthma Management
Speaker: Dr. Paul Scott, Consultant Pulmonologist
2)Topic: Avamystify Allergic Rhinitis: Clearing the Airway
Speaker: Dr. Myrton Smith, Consultant Otolaryngologist
Q&A Session
BREAK
1) Topic: Microbe Mindfulness: Effective Management of URTI
Speaker: Dr. Hugh Ashman, Consultant Otolaryngologist
2) Topic: Patient-Centered BPH Care: Enhancing Outcomes and Quality of Care
Speaker: Dr. Warren Chin, Consultant Urologist
Q&A Session
Vote of Thanks
GOALS OF THE CME EVENT

To update and expand knowledge among primary care physicians on managing prevalent conditions in family practice.
To facilitate clinical mastery in respiratory care, otolaryngological conditions, and urological management relevant to general practice.
To promote evidence-based decision-making and improve the quality of patient-centered care in primary settings.
To encourage interdisciplinary dialogue between specialists and general practitioners through case discussions and Q&A sessions.
To support the continuous professional development of general practitioners in line with global best practices.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this CME session, participants will be able to:

Describe the latest clinical innovations and guidelines in the management of asthma.
Diagnose and manage allergic rhinitis with greater precision using pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches.
Apply evidence-based strategies in the treatment of upper respiratory tract infections to optimize patient outcomes and reduce antimicrobial resistance.
Identify best practices in the diagnosis, management, and follow-up care of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Integrate patient-centered approaches into treatment plans for chronic conditions commonly seen in general practice.

https://www.ccfpjamaica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Invitation-GSK-Meeting-June-8-2025-.pdf

ASTRAZENECA-CCFP REGIONAL WEBINAR
2025-06-11 18:30 - 21:00 UTC
MEETING DETAILS COMING SOON

agpj- BOREHINGER - PRODUCT LAUNCH
2025-06-12 18:30 UTC

CSA-AGPJ-CCFP- Antimicrobial Stewardship Masterclass Course I HYBRID/Port of Spain, Trinidad 17-19th June 2025
2025-06-17 08:00 - 2025-06-19 18:30 UTC | UWI ST. AUGUSTINE, TRINIDAD AND HYBRID
DAY 1 – Morning
General introduction, basic principles of Antibiotic Stewardship Program (ASP) and Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPC program)

08:00-08:30
Welcome – introduction
Dr. Jeroen Schouten, intensivist and drive-AMS course lead, Radboudumc, the Netherlands and
Dr. Sandeep Maharaj, Senior Lecturer in Pharmacy Administration | Director, School of Pharmacy,
University of the West Indies, TTB
course leads

08:30-09:00
AMR burden: a One Health perspective
Dr Marquita Gittens St Hillaire, Senior Lecturer in Microbiology, University of the West Indies

09:00-9:30
AMR surveillance and Antimicrobial stewardship in the Caribbean
Dr. German Francisco Esparza Sanchez; Gloria Cordoba (senior advisor ICARS)

09:30-10:00
The current landscape of IPC in the Caribbean
Dr. Rajeev P Nagassar, National Focal Point for Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Prevention
and Control, Chairman of the National Multisectoral Coordinating Committee to Combat Antimicrobial
Resistance, Specialist Medical Officer, Microbiology, The Sangre Grande Hospital,
The Eastern Regional Health Authority, Trinidad and Tobago

BREAK

10:30-11:00
The BASIC requirements of an ASP: an overview
Dr. Giacomo Stroffolini, ID physician, lead of the Antimicrobial stewardship team, Lausanne, Switzerland

11:00-11:30
The BASIC requirements of an IPC program: an overview
Dr. Rajeev P Nagassar

11:30-12:00
The role of microbiology in low resource settings
Dr. Marquita Gittens St Hillaire

12:00-12:30
The WHAT of ASP: what appropriate antibiotic use (in patients) leads to better outcomes?
Dr. Nathan Nielsen, Associate Professor of Medicine & Pathology UNM School of Medicine

12:30-13:00
The WHAT of an IPC program: what appropriate IPC practices lead to better outcomes?
Dr. Rajeev P Nagassar

LUNCH

DAY 1 – Afternoon
Workshop implementation in practice, part I: “What exactly is your problem?”

14:00-14:30
The HOW: how does the AMS/IPC team make sure that appropriate antibiotic use and IPC
practices are provided by professionals in their setting?
Dr. Jeroen Schouten

14:30-16:00
Workshop 1: Presentation of participants (15 minutes per group)
Current situation in your own hospital, what is your largest problem/concern related to
antimicrobial use/IPC?
ALL FACULTY

16:00-17:00
Group work: Reflect on step 1 of ‘Our AMS project’ and ‘Our IPC Project’
ALL FACULTY

EVENING PROGRAM

Day 2 – Morning
How do you measure the quantity and quality of antimicrobial use and IPC?”

08:30-09:00
Quantity of antimicrobial use: the BASICS
Dr. Satish Jankie, Pharmacologist & Lecturer, University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus

09.00-10:00
Workshop 2a: How do I measure the quantity of antibiotic use in my hospital?
Dr. Satish Jankie, Dr. Lydia Miles Saunders and Dr. Gloria Cordóba (senior advisor ICARS)

BREAK

10:30-11:15
How to measure IPC? input, process, output, outcome and impact indicators
Dr. Rajeev P Nagassar

11:15-12:00
Quality of antimicrobial use: the BASICS
Dr. Giacomo Stroffolini, ID physician, lead of the Antimicrobial stewardship team, Lausanne, Switzerland

LUNCH

DAY 2 – Afternoon
Workshop implementation in practice, part II: “How do you measure the quality of antimicrobial use/ IPC practices?”

13:00-14:00
Workshop 2b: How to operationalize quality indicators for appropriate antimicrobial use
and IPC practices?
All faculty

14:00-14:30
PPS, an introduction
Ines Pauwels, senior researcher at University of Antwerp, Belgium

14:30-16:00
Workshop 2c: How to actually perform a PPS survey
Ines Pauwels and faculty, 15 min talk by Dr Rajeev P Nagassar on a Prevalence Study of Antibiotic Use
Integrating both WHO-PPS and GLOBAL-PPS

BREAK

16:00-16:30
How to make effective use of antibiotic /IPC data in your hospital, an overview
Dr. Jeroen Schouten

16:30-17:30
Group work: Reflection on step 1 and 2 of ‘Our AMS project’ and ‘Our IPC Project’
All faculty

FREE EVENING

DAY 3 – Morning
Workshop implementation in practice: important AMS and IPC objectives

Parallel sessions
Parallel sessions

08:00-08:30
AMS and Sepsis: how to integrate these concepts in daily hospital practice
Dr. Nathan Nielsen
Hand Hygiene – Surveillance of compliance
Dr. Rajeev P Nagassar

08:30-09:00
Perioperative prophylaxis
Dr. Jeroen Schouten
Modes of transmission, Precaution Measures and Personal Protective Equipment
Dr. Rajeev P Nagassar

09:00-09:30
How to manage (suspected) antibiotic allergy in Antimicrobial stewardship
Dr. Lydia Miles Saunders
Environmental cleaning
Dr. Rajeev P Nagassar

BREAK

10:00-10:30
Benefits of early IV-oral switch: low hanging fruit in Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs
Dr. Giacomo Stroffolini, ID physician, lead of the Antimicrobial stewardship team, Lausanne, Switzerland
Hospital Acquired infections: Central line, Ventilator associated pneumonia and Urinary tract infections
Dr. Marquita Gittens-St Hillaire

10:30-11:00
Stopping antibiotics and duration of antibiotic therapy: guidelines vs. practice
Dr. Nathan Nielsen
Management of outbreaks
Dr. Alma Tostmann / Dr. Edmee Bowles

11:00-12:00
Workshop : how do I cope with antibiotic shortages in an era of MDRO pathogens?
Rajeev / Lydia / Marquita/ Satish
Participants present findings for their own setting through preparation in small groups then followed up in a plenary discussion

LUNCH

DAY 3 – Afternoon
Workshop implementation in practice, next steps

13:00-13:30
Impact of the drive-AMS Masterclass and its follow through on local practice (personal project)
Dr. Giacomo Stroffolini, ID physician, lead of the Antimicrobial stewardship team, Lausanne, Switzerland

13:30-15:00
Group work: Reflect on step 1-2 of ‘Our AMS project’
All faculty

BREAK

15:00-15:30
COURSE II preview: an introduction to determinants of antibiotic use and IPC practices and their link to interventions
Dr. Jeroen Schouten

15:30-16:00
Post course follow up including PPS support and involvement of the SPICE registry
Dr. Jeroen Schouten and Ines Pauwels

16:00-17:30
Workshop 3: End- of participants (10 minutes per group)
Presentation of a detailed measurement plan for the next 8 months
All faculty

17:30-18:00
Farewell
All faculty

TO BE CONFIRMED - ASTHMA A:
2025-06-18 19:00 - 21:30 UTC
Theme:
Advancing Asthma Care: Precision Medicine and Beyond
TIME: 7:00 PM

Beyond the Pain: Differentiating Migraine from Cluster Headaches
2025-06-19 19:00 - 21:30 UTC
AGPJ & Viatris Virtual CME Meeting
Topic: Beyond the Pain: Differentiating Migraine from Cluster Headaches
Speaker: Dr. Michele Lee – Neurologist, Headache/Pain Specialist
Date: June 19, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. (Jamaica Time)
AGENDA:
Welcome & Opening Remarks (Michelle Harvey)

AGPJ Welcome & Remarks
Introduction of Speaker (Cora Baker)
Beyond the Pain: Differentiating Migraine from Cluster Headaches – Dr. Michele Lee
Questions and Answer Session Discussion – Dr. Michele Lee
Vote of Thanks (Vanesha Brown)

CME Certificate Cost: J$1,000.00
REGISTRATION LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_r1x21elDReuOi_uq5u-WSQ#/registration
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
💳 Online via Fygaro: https://www.fygaro.com/en/pb/d42965a6-b3d7-40df-933b-78175a9ba38b/
🏦 Bank Transfer Details:
Bank: NCB – Matilda’s Corner
Account Name: Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica (AGPJ)
Account Number: 371000364
Account Type: J$ Business Current Account
📩 Email payment confirmation to: agpjsecretary@gmail.com
Need help or have questions?
📧 agpjsecretary@gmail.com
📞 876-517-6636 | 876-386-1443
We look forward to your participation!
DOWNLOAD FLYER AT LINK BELOW
AGPJ Headache Management Virtual Webinar

Chronic Sinusitis & Navigating Skin Breakouts
2025-06-24 17:30 - 21:30 UTC | AC HOTEL, Jamaica
Upcoming CME Event
Title: Chronic Sinusitis & Navigating Skin BreakoutsDate: Tuesday, June 24, 2025Time: 5:30 PM – 8:50 PMVenue: AC Marriott Hotel, KingstonFormat: In-PersonCME Credits: 2.0 HoursCost: Free to Attend | Free CME Certificate

The Caribbean College of Family Physicians (Jamaica Chapter), in collaboration with Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, invites you to an insightful Continuing Medical Education (CME) session designed to advance clinical knowledge and strengthen patient care strategies in two common yet often complex areas of practice: Chronic Sinusitis and Skin Breakouts.
This in-person event will feature presentations by two respected local experts:

Dr. Warren Mullings

Dr. Donna Braham

The session will cover:

Evidence-based management of allergic rhinitis and chronic sinusitis

Practical approaches to diagnosing and treating common skin conditions

Review of current clinical guidelines and emerging research

Case-based learning to reinforce application in real-world settings

Educational Format:Participants will benefit from interactive lectures, clinical case discussions, and a concluding Q&A session designed to deepen understanding and encourage professional exchange.
Who Should Attend:This event is ideal for family physicians, general practitioners, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals looking to strengthen their approach to ENT and dermatologic conditions commonly seen in primary care.
How to Attend:Free admission and CME Certificate.To register or receive additional information, please contact:Krisan L. Thomas (Glenmark Pharmaceuticals)📧 krisann.glenmark@gmail.com📞 876-351-4467

CME Organizer:Caribbean College of Family Physicians (Jamaica Chapter)📍 19A Windsor Avenue, Kingston 5📧 ccfpjachapter1988@gmail.com📠 876-946-0954 | ☎️ 876-517-6636
We look forward to welcoming you to this dynamic learning experience!

https://www.ccfpjamaica.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/CME-PROGRAM-JUNE-242025.pdf

Cardio Protection Beyond Blood Pressure Control in High-Risk Hypertensive Patients
2025-06-24 18:30 - 21:00 UTC | JAMAICA PEGASUS, Jamaica
Upcoming CME Event
Title: Cardio Protection Beyond Blood Pressure Control in High-Risk Hypertensive PatientsDate: June 24, 2025Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PMFormat: HybridLocation: Jamaica Pegasus Hotel & OnlineCME Credits: 1.2 HoursCost: Free to Attend | Free CME Certificate

Join the Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica (AGPJ) and MERCK for an engaging and insightful Continuing Medical Education (CME) event focused on the evolving landscape of hypertension management. This session, entitled “Cardio Protection Beyond Blood Pressure Control in High-Risk Hypertensive Patients,” aims to expand clinicians’ knowledge of cardioprotective strategies that go beyond traditional blood pressure management.
This hybrid CME activity is tailored for physicians, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals who manage patients at elevated cardiovascular risk due to hypertension. The event will feature:

Expert-led PowerPoint presentations

Case-based discussions

Interactive polling for real-time feedback

A live Q&A session with our speaker

Learning Objectives:

Understand the latest clinical insights into cardiovascular protection in high-risk hypertensive populations

Apply emerging therapeutic approaches to improve patient outcomes

Strengthen key messaging for medical sales representatives to support informed prescribing

How to Attend:This event is free of charge and open to all interested healthcare professionals. A CME Certificate will be issued at no cost to participants.
To register or obtain further details, please contact:Charmaine Henton, MERCK Representative📧 charmaine.bowman@merckgroup.com📞 876-877-8629

CME Organizer:Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica19A Windsor Avenue, Kingston 10📧 agpjamaica@gmail.com | 📞 876-517-6636 | Tel/Fax: 876-946-0954
We look forward to your participation in this informative and impactful session!
Agenda June 24, 2025 meeting

MERCK-AGPJ -CARDIO PROTECTION
2025-06-24 18:30 - 21:30 UTC | JAMAICA PEGASUS, Jamaica
MERCK -AGPJ CARDIO PROTECTION
HYBRID

TO BE CONFIRMED - ASTHMA B:
2025-06-25 19:00 - 21:30 UTC

Ministry of Health and Wellness 16th Annual National Health Research Conference, 2025.
2025-06-26 08:00 - 2025-11-21 17:00 UTC
Dear Colleagues,
Mark your Calendar-MOHW-16th NHRC 2025-CFA-Opening Soon
The Ministry of Health and Wellness is pleased to remind you to mark your calendar for the Ministry’s 16th Annual National Health Research Conference, 2025.
The 16th Annual National Health Research Conference (virtual) will be held November 19-21, 2025, Wednesday to Friday.
NHRC 2025 will be an excellent opportunity for clinicians, nurses, healthcare workers, principal investigators, researchers and graduate students to learn, connect and experience:

Expert presentations
Informative scientific sessions
Workshops and much more

Please save the date to your calendar and share on your website and notice boards.
Look out for our Call for Abstracts opening soon: https://www.moh.gov.jm/nhrc-submit/
Thank you for your kind consideration.
Regards,

Ms. Tanielle Mullings
Research Officer
Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW),
Epidemiological Research and Analysis Unit (ERAU),
National Epidemiology Branch,
New ARC Building,
15 Knutsford Boulevard,
Kingston 5.
CUG: 876-344-3204
Office: 876-633-8157 ext. 7206

Email: tanielle.mullings@moh.gov.jm
