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OPENING CONFERENCE | Monkeypox Virus: A New Public Health Concern

by Prof. Univ. Dr. Luminita Smaranda Iancu

As the monkeypox virus continues to pose a significant threat in various regions, it is crucial for future healthcare professionals to stay informed about its evolving impact on public health.

Join us for an engaging and informative Opening Conference led by Prof. Univ. Dr. Luminița Smaranda Iancu from the Microbiology Department as we dive into the key aspects of the monkeypox virus, its transmission, symptoms, and the latest public health strategies aimed at controlling its spread. We will be waiting for you at Amf. Microbiologie, UMF main building, on Wednesday, October 23rd for the Opening Conference of this academic year!

Important Notice:
1. In order to attend the conference you need to fill the Google form.
2. Both EMSA and non-EMSA are welcome to join, all faculties included!
3. The certificates will be issued online.
4. Deadline to apply (to receive your certificate): Wednesday, 23rd of October, 12:00
5. ❗️ Following your application, you are expected to show up – if not, you will be banned from attending any events by EMSA Iasi.
6. Once enrolled, you do NOT need to receive a confirmation SMS.
7. Please ensure to arrive at the venue 15 mins prior to the start time.

Europeanly yours,
EMSA Iasi🇪🇺
Health. Europe. Together.

Mastering Thesis Writing

with Dr. Radu Vulpoi

Key Takeaways:
• How to start your thesis with confidence
• Effective organization of research.
• Mastering essential writing techniques.

Climb the ladder of academic success with us! 🪜🎓

Are you planning to write a thesis or research paper? Both require a similar approach and process, so don’t miss this opportunity! 

Join us on October 21st at 6:30 PM at Amf. Negura for an exclusive session that will guide you through everything you need to get started. From the fundamentals to advanced strategies, this training will set you up for success. Learn from Prof. Assist. Dr. Radu Vulpoi as he shares tips and tricks to help you excel.

Important Notice:
1. To receive a diploma, you must complete the Google Forms.
2. Open to students from all years, faculties, and sections.
3. Deadline to apply: October 21st, 16:00.
4. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the event.

Europeanly yours,
EMSA Iasi 🇪🇺
Health. Europe. Together.

HUMANITARIAN ACTION FOR THE HOMELESS

with Emmaus Iasi

We invite you to join our EMSA IASI team in this effort by donating new and gently used items that will help keep individuals warm, healthy, and cared for during the cold season.
We are collecting the following donations:
•Winter clothing (coats, jackets, scarves, gloves, hats, socks)
•Blankets and sleeping bags
•Non-perishable food items (canned goods, dried foods, snacks)
•Hygiene products (soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, hand sanitizers)
•Female sanitary products (pads, tampons)
•Thermal clothing and undergarments
•Monetary donations for hot meals and essential supplies.

Location: EMSA lasi Headquarters
(UMF-main building, Right Wing, First Floor, Room A2-1-3)
🗓️Donation Period: 14/10/24 – 31/10/24 during our office hours
Office Hours:
Monday – 13:30-15:30
Tuesday – 12:30-14:30
Wednesday -10:00- 12:00
Thursday -15:30-17:30
Friday -11:30-13:30

❗Volunteers Needed: We are also looking for volunteers to assist with distributing the donations to homeless shelter. Join and Help Us Keep Families Warm: Your Winter Donations Make a Difference.   Europeanly yours, EMSA lasi 🇪🇺 Health. Europe. Together.

Thyroid Ultrasound

by Prof. Assist. Dr. Ioana Vasiliu, MD, PhD

In this workshop, participants will have the ability to cover the indications, techniques, and interpretation of thyroid ultrasound results, as well as the chance for some hands-on real-life practice, cultivating the essential skills for precise thyroid imaging.

Join us this Monday, 14th of October, for our Hands-on workshop on Thyroid Ultrasounds!

IMPORTANT NOTICES

1. In order to reserve your spot, you must fill in the Google Form.
2. The number of participants is limited. The selection will be done in a first-come-first-served basis.
3. Deadline to apply: 12th of October, 15.00.
4. ❗Only the selected students will receive a Confirmation SMS with a Google Forms which you will have to fill in in order to confirm your spot. This google form will consist of the venue address.❗️
5. Once you have confirmed your attendance, please ensure to arrive at the venue at least 15 mins prior.
 
Europeanly yours,
EMSA Iasi. 🇪🇺
Health. Europe. Together

Transabdominal Ultrasound: POC-US abdominal examination

by Prof. Assist. Dr. Sebastian Zenovia, MD, PhD

A transabdominal ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique that is used to visualize organs within the abdominal cavity, such as the liver, kidneys, and bladder, and it plays a crucial role in diagnosing various conditions like gallstones, tumors, and cysts. Point-of-care ultrasound (POC-US) is a quick bedside tool used to assess the abdomen in real-time, often in emergency settings. This essential and hard to master tool will be deemed necessary to everyone’s clinical practice, so join our workshop to start mastering this key skill!

Join us on Thursday, 10th of October to gain both theoretical and practical aptitudes on this important procedure

IMPORTANT NOTICES:

1. In order to reserve your spot, you must fill in the Google Form.
2. The number of participants is limited. The selection will be done in a first-come-first-served basis.
3. Priority will be given to our active members and General Medicine students, years 3-6.
4. Deadline to apply: 8th October at 18:00.
5. Only the selected students will receive a SMS – to which you must reply to confirm your spot. 
6. Once you have been selected you will receive a confirmation SMS to which you must reply whether you can or cannot attend. If you do not attend after confirming, you will be BANNED from attending any other event organized by EMSA Iasi 
7. Once you have confirmed your attendance, please ensure to arrive at the venue at least 15 mins prior.

Europeanly yours,
EMSA Iasi. 🇪🇺
Health. Europe. Together

ONLINE TRAINING | «How to Conduct Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis From A to Z» EMSA Iasi × NMRA UK​

ONLINE TRAINING | «How to Conduct Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis From A to Z» EMSA Iasi × NMRA UK

Research is paramount for the progression of science, yet it is not consistently emphasized in medical university curricula. Developing essential research skills is critical for future healthcare providers as it prepares them to contribute to the advancement of medical knowledge and improve patient care.
EMSA Iasi, in collaboration with the National Medical Research Association UK, brought you the opportunity to learn how to perform systematic reviews and meta-analyses from scratch.
By the end of this training, our participants were able to:
1. Develop clear and precise research questions.
2. Write effective research protocols.
3. Design comprehensive search strategies.
4. Use appropriate screening methods and risk of bias assessment techniques.
5. Extract and synthesize data, perform meta-analyses, interpret results, and write comprehensive research papers ready for publication.
 
 
Europeanly yours,
EMSA Iași 🇪🇺
Health. Europe. Together.

Navigating the Depths: Providing Medical Support for Project NEPTUNE 100

with Dr. Sarah Spelsberg, Assist. Prof. Orthopaedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic.

 

 

 

  • Have you ever imagined what happens to your body when going underwater? What are the physiological and biochemical alterations? For most people they are not even noticeable or measurable, but what if a person stayed underwater for 100 Days?
  • Prepare to be amazed as we unveil the extraordinary!
  • Join us on Monday, April 29th, at 19:00 EET, on an online meeting, for a captivating journey into the depths of human exploration, presenting the results of an astonishing experiment, in which one brave soul ventured into uncharted waters, spending a mind blowing 3+ months submerged in an underwater capsule.
NOTICES
 
1. In order to attend the conference, you need to fill the Google form.
2. Both EMSA and Non-EMSA members are welcome to join, all faculties included!
3. Deadline to apply (to receive a certificate): 29th April, 10:00 EET
4. Once you apply, you will NOT be requested to confirm your presence by an SMS
5. As this is an online conference, following your registration, you will be added to a Microsoft Teams group
6. Please make sure to be online at least 15 minutes prior to the initiation of the event
7. Following your enrolment, you are expected to to attend the conference – if not, you will be banned from attending other events organised by EMSA Iasi.
8. The attendance list will be downloaded after the first 30 minutes and at the end of the conference. Please, ensure your full attendance.
 
Europeanly yours,
EMSA Iași 
Health. Europe. Together.

Residency Around the Globe: Germany

with Dr. Lucinda Onyaidu

 
 
 
 
 
  • Another country in our “Residency Around the Globe” series, Germany is a welcoming and popular destination among young doctors wishing to carry out their formation years.
  • Dr. Lucinda Onyaidu is a resident in Germany and she is looking forward to see us online!
  • Join us on Tuesday, 23rd April at 18:00 for an informative online conference covering everything you need to know about residency in Germany!
  • The conference will take place on Microsoft Teams.
NOTICES 
 
1. In order to attend the conference you need to fill the Google form.
2. Both EMSA and non-EMSA members are welcome to join!
3.  Following your application, you are expected to show up – if not, you will be banned from attending any events by EMSA Iasi.
4. Once enrolled, you do NOT need to receive a confirmation SMS.
5. As the conference will take place online, prior to the conference you will be added to a Microsoft Teams group.
6. Please ensure to be online 15 minutes prior to the starting time of each event
8. No certificate will be issued for participating in this event.
 
Europeanly yours,
EMSA Iasi 
Health. Europe. Together
 
 

Role of Non-Invasive Ventilation Techniques in Critically Ill Patients

with Prof. Univ. Dr. Diana Cimpoesu, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ovidiu Popa, Lect. Dr. Paul Nedelea, Assist. Univ. Dr. Emilian Manolescu

 

 

 

  • The ABC rule is one of the first principles taught in medical school, as it is of vital importance for saving a life! When it comes to “B”: Breathing, we have advanced our progress in handling it, utilising new techniques and equipment, making the process of reviving and stabilising the patient’s ventilation, more effective.
 
 
  • Join us on Wednesday, 24th of April, for a case presentation section, on times when Non-Invasive Ventilation saved the day, followed by a hands-on practice module, where you’ll be familiarised with different equipments and learn to apply them. Certainly a must-not-miss!
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NOTICES
 
1. In order to reserve your spot, you must fill in the Google Form.
2. The number of participants is limited. The selection will be done in a first-come-first-served basis.
3. Priority will be given to our active members and General Medicine students, all years of study included!
4. Deadline to apply: 22nd April, 17:00.
5. Only the selected participants will receive an SMS.
6. Once you receive the SMS confirming your selection, you must reply CONFIRMING or DENYING your place in the workshop.
7. In case a positive participation confirmation is sent by the student, but they do not attend, and fail to give prior notice, they will be BANNED from attending any other event organised by EMSA Iasi.
8. After confirming your attendance in the workshop, please be present at the venue described in the SMS, at least 15 minutes prior to the initiation of the event.
 
Europeanly yours,
EMSA Iași
Health. Europe. Together.