JAMA-NUHS Conference: Recent Trends in Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome

In collaboration with the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), one of the world's leading medical journals, NUHS is organising an international meeting on diabetes and obesity. Some of the world's leading experts will share their knowledge with the healthcare and biomedical community in Singapore.

The Opening Ceremony for the 2-day conference will be held on 1 August 2008 at the University Cultural Centre at NUS.

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Anatomy of Complications Workshop

Organized by the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, National University Hospital and National University of Singapore, this is a 2-days intensive hands-on workshop on the prevention and management of complications in gynaecologic and obstetric surgery. First started in October 2000 in Perth, Western Australia, the workshop aims to provide obstetricians and gynaecologists with a thorough understanding of pelvic anatomy and thus helping to foster safe and successful surgical and clinical practice. To date, more than 50 workshops have been successfully held.

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NUH's University Spine Centre Offers Patients Dedicated Spine Care Under One Roof

When NUH began operations in 1985, its Department of Orthopaedic Surgery was the first in Singapore to have a spine subspecialty with a team of specialists dedicated to full-time spine practice and the treatment of spinal disorders. In its continuous drive for clinical excellence, its team of highly trained specialists has been delivering quality spine care to patients since it began.

The new University Spine Centre is the latest development milestone for the University Orthopaedics, Hand & Reconstructive Microsurgery Cluster. Officially opened on 17 June 2008, it integrates the range of ambulatory spine services under one roof as a one-stop centre for the management of all spinal disorders, including conservative treatment and blocks.

The first centre of its kind in Singapore, it aims to provide patients convenient access to a comprehensive range of treatment for spinal conditions -- from common back pain, to major reconstructive spinal surgery for complex conditions or failed previous spinal surgeries. NUH spine surgeons are fully committed to safety in spinal surgery and are supported by full-time neurophysiologists for spinal cord monitoring, as well as equipment for minimally invasive and computer-navigated spinal surgery.

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Cytopathology Course National University Hospital

Organised by the Department of Pathology, NUH and NUS, this 3-day workshop is targeted at cytopathologists, pathologists, cytotechnologists and trainees in the region.

It aims to improve the standard and quality of the practice of diagnostic cytopathology in the region, foster opportunities for research and international collaboration, provide a forum for networking, promote the exchange of experience and opportunities for regional cooperation as well as support for training and CME activities, and explore the feasibility of digital pathology and web-based learning in the region.

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Groundbreaking Ceremony of MD6

8 April 2008 will mark a new chapter in the history of the Medical School. A new flagship building of the School with state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities will house some of the world's most talented researchers and educators to provide solutions to Asia's medical challenges.

Expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2010, the Centre for Translational Medicine will stand proud at 15 storeys high and provide 39,020 square meters of space for teaching, learning, training, and research. Some of the nation's key biomedical and medical education resources will be situated here, including a state of the art Clinical Imaging and Research Centre and digital media (SMART) classrooms for medical and nursing student teaching.

Some of the most competitive international translational research programmes in cancer and other common diseases will be housed in this building. The site, designated currently as MD6, is also adjacent to the National University Hospital, fostering cross-pollination between doctors and scientists, between ideas and practical applications.

National Medical Excellence Awards 2008

Prof Yap Hui Kim (Senior Consultant, Department of Paediatrics) and Prof Lee Eng Hin (Senior Consultant, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery) received the National Outstanding Clinician Award and National Outstanding Clinician Mentor Award respectively, from Mr Khaw Boon Wan, Minister for Health, at the inaugural National Medical Excellence Awards Ceremony held on Wednesday, 26 March 2008.

The prestigious awards recognise the efforts and contributions of clinicians and clinician researchers who play a crucial role in boosting Singapore's standards in medical practice and clinical research. Their personal journeys and achievements were featured in the major dailies -- The Straits Times, LianHe Zaobao and Business Times.

NUH and NUS-YLLSoM sign MOU with China Hospital

On 15 March 2008, NUH, NUS-YLLSoM and China's Second Military Medical University signed an MOU to promote joint research and development activities on spinal deformities. Under the MOU, a Spinal Deformity Joint Research Centre will be set up at the University Spine Centre*, NUH and Scoliosis Research Centre, Changhai Hospital - a first affiliated hospital of Second Military Medical University based in Shanghai. The collaborative research areas include multi-centre clinical trials and two-way exchange of fellows.

* The University Spine Centre located in Kent Ridge Wing will be officially opened on 29 April 2008.