UPCC | Updates in Primary Care Conference

Qatar TV covered the second WCM-Q alumni-run primary care conference and broadcasted this report @WCMQatar @UPCCqa @tchukir @mahrukhrizvi_MD @AlJerdi @stellabared @ReshmaBholah @DialaSteitieh @NimraDad @TArayssi @Sadeer_AlKindi @munjidalharthy @wcmq_alumni

WCM-Q hosts second alumni-run healthcare conference @WCMQatar @UPCCqa @tchukir @mahrukhrizvi_MD @AlJerdi @stellabared @ReshmaBholah @DialaSteitieh @NimraDad @TArayssi @Sadeer_AlKindi @munjidalharthy @wcmq_alumni qatar-weill.cornell.edu/medi…

We reach the conclusion of @UPCCqa with a rapid fire clinical pearls session. Topics and speakers include: "Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy" by Dr Diala Steitieh, "Dementia" by Dr Salman Al Jerdi, "Life after cancer: an overview of cancer survivorship principles for the primary care physician" by Munjid Al Harthy, and "Obesity" by Dr Tariq Chukir. Thank you for joining us and we hope to see you again next year!

The penultimate session today is a deep dive into back pain with Dr. Salman Al-Jerdi (@AlJerdi), Vascular Neurologist and Assistant Professor of Neurology at @WCMQatar. Dr. Jerdi will discuss the diagnosis and management of back pain, as well as the identification of common neurological red flags seen in patients. #UPCC2024 @UPCCqa #WCMQAlumConference #PrimaryCareUpdates #ClinicalBestPractices #SpecialistLedCases #EvidenceBasedMedicine #PrimaryCare #HealthcareUpdates #healthcareprofessionals #GPs #Primarycaredoctors #familyphysicians #healthcarepractitioners #medicine #continuingmedicaleducation

Session 4 is with Dr. Essa Abuhelaiqa, Senior Consultant of Nephrology and Transplant Nephrology at @HMC_Qatar, concerning the updated guidelines in the diagnosis and management of primary hypertension, a condition with ever-growing prevalence in Qatar. #UPCC2024 @UPCCqa #WCMQAlumConference #PrimaryCareUpdates #ClinicalBestPractices #SpecialistLedCases #EvidenceBasedMedicine #PrimaryCare #HealthcareUpdates #healthcareprofessionals #GPs #Primarycaredoctors #familyphysicians #healthcarepractitioners #medicine #continuingmedicaleducation

The second session of @UPCCqa Day 2, "A pragmatic evidence-based approach to cancer screening in the primary care setting," features @wcmq_alumni Dr @munjidalharthy, Consultant Medical Oncologist, Genitourinary Cancers Program @sqcccrc, where he reviews the approach to breast, colon, lung, and prostate cancer screening.

Welcome back to day 2 of @UPCCqa 2024! We kick off the day with Case based discussion on "Common Cardiac Complaints: How should we evaluate them?" by @wcmq_alumni Dr @DialaSteitieh, Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine @WeillCornell and attending cardiologist at @nyphospital. #WCMQAlumConference #PrimaryCareUpdates #ClinicalBestPractices #SpecialistLedCases #EvidenceBasedMedicine #PrimaryCare #HealthcareUpdates #healthcareprofessionals #GPs #Primarycaredoctors #familyphysicians #healthcarepractitioners #medicine #continuingmedicaleducation

Our final presentation for today by Dr. Tania Jaber centres on thyroid function testing in the primary care setting. In her talk, Dr. Jaber will outline how to interpret TFT results and how best to approach thyroid dysfunction. #UPCC2024 #WCMQAlumConference #PrimaryCareUpdates #ClinicalBestPractices #SpecialistLedCases #EvidenceBasedMedicine #PrimaryCare #HealthcareUpdates #healthcareprofessionals #GPs #Primarycaredoctors #familyphysicians #healthcarepractitioners #medicine #continuingmedicaleducation @UPCCqa

Next up, we’re excited to feature Dr. Chukir @TChukir , Assistant Professor of Medicine at @WCMQatar and an @wcmq_alumni , presenting an insightful update on type 2 diabetes. This lecture will cover the burden of type 2 diabetes in Qatar, approaches to screening and diagnosis, and management strategies with a focus on the latest pharmacotherapies. Stay tuned for this informative session! #WCMQAlumConference #PrimaryCareUpdates #ClinicalBestPractices #SpecialistLedCases #HealthcareUpdates #healthcareprofessionals #GPs #Primarycaredoctors #medicine #continuingmedicaleducation

Welcome to the second "Updates in Primary Care: Specialist-Led Case-Based Discussions Highlighting the Latest Evidence and Best Clinical Practices" conference, hosted by and featuring WCM-Q Alumni that aims to explore the present and future of primary care. We start the day with opening Remarks from Dr. Thurayya Arayssi, Vice Dean for Academic and Curricular Affairs, and Dr. Mahrukh S. Rizvi, Co-Director of @UPCCqa and Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at @WCMQatar.

We officially kick off @UPCCqa by Honoring Excellence: The Dr Thurayya Arayssi Keynote Lecture, titled "Rheumatoid Arthritis in Focus: From Diagnosis to Collaborative Management." Dr Arayssi starts the lecture with an interactive case-based discussion, with the session moderated by Dr Mahrukh S. Rizvi and Dr Tariq Chukir, both Co-Directors of #UPCC2024 and Assistant Professors of Medicine at @WCMQatar.

🚨 Don’t Miss Out! 🚨 Discover exciting topics in primary care at UPCC 2024! 🩺 Whether you're a GP, Family Physician, or Primary Care Doctor, this event will provide valuable updates to keep you at the forefront of your field. Explore the agenda👉bit.ly/4eCTRDg 🗓️ Register by Nov 27 to secure your place and stay ahead in healthcare! 👉bit.ly/48YvEpC #UPCC2024 #PrimaryCare #FamilyPhysicians #GPs #MedicalUpdates #HealthcareProfessionals @tchukir @mahrukhrizvi_MD @AlJerdi @stellabared @ReshmaBholah @DialaSteitieh @NimraDad @TArayssi @Sadeer_AlKindi @munjidalharthy @WCMQatar

🌟 Join us for an exciting #UPCC2024! This year’s conference once again highlights our exceptional WCM-Q alumni, sharing their expertise as speakers. 🗣️ Learn from their experiences and gain valuable knowledge to enhance your practice. 🔗 Don’t miss this opportunity to connect—explore the speaker lineup here: bit.ly/4fcbOcP and register now: bit.ly/4eua4eE

🚨 Last Call! 🚨 This is your FINAL chance to join UPCC 2024 and dive into the latest updates in primary care! 🩺 Whether you're a GP, Family Physician, or Primary Care Doctor, this event will equip you with expert insights and cutting-edge topics to keep you ahead of the game.🌟 ⏳ Time is running out! – register by Nov 27 and secure your spot today! Explore conference details: bit.ly/4eua4eE Register now: bit.ly/3AWlkC0 #UPCC2024 #PrimaryCare #FamilyPhysicians #GPs #MedicalUpdates #HealthcareProfessionals @tchukir @mahrukhrizvi_MD @AlJerdi @stellabared @ReshmaBholah @DialaSteitieh @NimraDad @TArayssi @Sadeer_AlKindi @munjidalharthy @WCMQatar @UPCCqa