29 Jun 2011

TORONTO: OGRYZLO LECTURE AETIOLOGY of RA. Prof.L.KLARESKOG

"Origins and Outcomes of Rheumatoid Arthritis: Molecular Mechanisms of a Complex Disease"

by Prof LARS KLARESKOG. Professor and Chairman of the Rheumatology Clinic and Rheumatology Research Unit, Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska Hospital, Stockholm
Thursday, 12th February 2009 at 6pm in the Durkan Lecture Theatre,Institute of Molecular Medicine, Trinity Centre, St James's Hospital, Dublin 8. Please view the flyer

Prof Klareskog

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Brief Biography

Lars Klareskog has had a long standing interest in the Genetics and Immunology of Rheumatoid Arthritis. He is a medical graduate of Uppsala Unversity where he became Professor and Chairman of the Clinical Immunology Department in 1990. In 1993 he was appointed the Professor and Chairman of the Rheumatology Clinic and Rheumatology Research Unit, at the Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska Hospital, Stockholm. He is a member of the Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institute since 1995 and a past member of the Nobel Committee and has acted as the Chairman of the Scientific Board of the Swedish Rheumatism Association since 1997.
He serves on the editorial boards of numerous journals including Arthritis & Rheumatism; Annals of Rheumatic Diseases; Arthritis Research and Therapy; Current Opinion in Rheumatology; Rheumatology. He has received international acclaim for his research in rheumatology including the The Dutch Rheumatology Society International Prize for Rheumatology research Jaan van Bremer medal ; Hasinger prize of the German Rheumatism Center, and the Wyeth Rheumatology Prize. Lars has a highly active research group and has published over 300 articles in leading journals including Nature Genetics, New England Journal of Medicine and Nature.

26 Jun 2011

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25 Jun 2011

3M LITTMANN ELECTRONIC STETHOSCOPE (separates MDs from RNs.)

21 Jun 2011

NEW APPOINTMENTS: LONGWOODS PUBLICATION Newsetter

Leslee Thompson to Vice Chair of the Council of Academic Hospitals of Ontario(CAHO) Board of Directors

Robert Harding to the Chair of the Board of Trustees of The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
Paul Reynolds to the Board of Trustees of The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
Bob Weese to the Board of Trustees of The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
Rita F. Ciccolini to the Board of Directors of SickKids Foundation
Kevin Crull to the Board of Directors of SickKids Foundation
Charles Field-Marsham to the Board of Directors of SickKids Foundation
David Goodman to the Board of Directors of SickKids Foundation
Christian Lassonde to the Board of Directors of SickKids Foundation
Justin Poy to the Board of Directors of SickKids Foundation
Stephen Beatty to Chair of the Board of Directors, St. John's Rehab Hospital

The Ontario Agency for Health Protection and Promotion is now operating as Public Health Ontario to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee Advisory
Dr. Pradip Ganguly to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee
Bruce Cooper to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee
Katherine Chubbs to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee
Dr. Michael Zuckerman to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee
Dr. Susan Gillam to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee
Boyd Rowe to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee
Dr. James Rourke to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee
Matthew Piercey to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee
Geoff Eaton to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee
Rosemary Hedderson to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee
Margot Reid to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee
Dr. Thomas Costello to the Provincial Cancer Control Advisory Committee

15 Jun 2011

UK SUN: 8.6 million medical records stolen.

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A LAPTOP holding the medical records of eight MILLION patients has gone missing.

The computer vanished from an NHS building in the biggest-ever security breach of its kind.
It went missing three weeks ago but has only just been reported to police.
The unencrypted laptop contains sensitive details of 8.63 million people plus records of 18 million hospital visits, operations and procedures.
The data does not include names but patients could be identified from postcodes and details such as gender, age and ethnic origin.
The computer was one of 20 lost from a store room at London Health Programmes, a medical research organisation based at the NHS North Central London health authority.
Eight have been recovered but a search is still being carried out for the other 12.
Though the loss was reported as a theft it is not yet clear if the laptops, said to be worth £10,000 each, were stolen, mislaid or dumped.
The records include details of cancer, HIV, mental illness and abortions.
A source said: "This laptop would be a devastating tool in the hands of a blackmailer."
Police were said to be "dismayed" that the loss - which is also being probed by the Information Commissioner - was not reported earlier.

14 Jun 2011

OMA proposed BY-LAW disfranchising retired members.

OMA Board has proposed a new by-law disfranchising retired members who have given up their CPSO licence, (nearly$1500/year). The members would not be able to take ANY elected OMA post.

The by-law was not approved by the approx. 260 delegates at the last Council meeting. The Board intends to try to pass this by-law at the November Council meeting.

This proposed policy affects about 4000 retired doctors. About 125 have already given up their CPSO licenses. At present FIVE Council members do not have a CPSO licence.

There is no reduction in CPSO fees for retired physicians.

10 Jun 2011

TAIWAN: DINO-LITE HANDHELD MICROSCOPES

DINO-LITE HANDHELD CAMERAS:
- AM2011, AM3011: These USB Dino-Lite models are affordable handheld microscope cameras for remote or isolated operation. Improve patient understanding and compliance with real-time imaging. Capture and email pictures for remote diagnosis, or use the camera as a webcam for a live remote-examination.
- AM413ZT/S: This polarizing Dino-Lite camera is widely used in medical applications. This is the best camera for Dermatology and other Non-Invasive applications because its polarizing filter allows a deeper inspection of the skin and tissue. The built-in measurement tools track changes in wounds, rashes, and lesions. Use this camera to look at tissue and fecal samples, slides, and parasites. Pair with an accessory like the MS09B or MSAA502 for increased working distance.
- AD412NTL: Use this analog Dino-Lite microscope for surgery or dissection. The longer focal length provides up to 92x of magnification, while providing room for surgical instruments under the camera. The fast refresh rate of the analog camera provides real-time movement on the monitor.
- AMH-RUT (Iris Scope): Use this specialized Dino-Lite Iris Scope for Opthamology and Iridology. The nozzle fits easily over the eye, and the lighting is less intense compared to the standard Dino-Lite models, so patients are comfortable during the examination.
- AM311H / AMH-EUT-V3 / AMH-EAN (Otoscope / Ear Scope): These Dino-Lite Otoscopes are designed to work with or without standard disposable Specula. Use for Ear, Nose, and Throat examinations. Built-in lights, variable magnification, and real-time imaging make these tools affordable and convenient. Choose low or high resolution USB cameras (AM311H / AMH-EUT-V3), or Analog (AMH-EAN) for a faster image refresh rate.
- AMH-N5UT (500x Capillary Scope): Use this high-powered microscope camera to examine the capillaries in a patient’s nail beds. Use with oil/gel for best results.
- AMB-DT-U1 / AMB-DT-U2 / AMB-DT-T1 (Dental Scope): These Dino-Lite dental scopes are designed to hold dental tools and provide the ideal magnification range for oral inspection. USB digital and high-speed Analog cameras are available.

DINO-EYE EYEPIECE CAMERAS:
- AM423X/XC: Use this camera for histology and pathology in the lab. When magnification needs are greater than 500x, the best solution is to use this versatile USB-powered Dino-Eye eyepiece camera with any traditional dissection, stereo, or compound microscope. AM422X/XN: Use this Dino-Eye analog eyepiece camera for dissection when paired with a traditional dissection microscope. The analog signal’s fast refresh rate ensures real-time movement on the screen when precision is essential.
- AM423C/CT: Attach this Dino-Eye eyepiece camera to a rigid or flexible endoscope to capture images and videos of internal examinations. Several accessory couplers and adaptors are available to ensure the perfect fit between camera and endoscope. The optional MicroTouch feature allows the user to capture images while keeping both hands on the camera and patient.

8 Jun 2011

BIRMINGHAM HIP RESURFACING

4 Jun 2011

CPSO Registrar R.V.GERACE MD(UWO 72) FRCPSC-ER(83) giviing evidence to Inquiry on Paed. Forensic Pathology

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