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5th International Symposium on Clinical Advances in Osteoporosis
Start Date:30 October 2003
Duration:1 1/2 days
 The concise one and a half day format will provide you with the most current evidence-based information you need to effectively prevent, diagnose and treat patients with osteoporosis and low bone mass. Topics will include effective prevention strategies, diagnostic technologies, clinical disease management approaches and practical rehabilitation applications. Exercise strategies demonstrations will be presented.

American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (ASBMR) 25th Annual Meeting and Anniversary Celebration
Start Date:16 April 2003
Duration:2 days
 Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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A Skeleton Guide to a Healthy You
Start Date:29 August 2003
Duration:1 day
 Free open meeting to the public Talks from local doctors and osteoporosis experts about the fragile bone disease, its causes, diagnosis, treament and prevention. This meeting will also mark the launch of the new Basingstoke NOS support group

Osteoporosis in Lothian –an update and look to the future
Start Date:09 October 2003
Duration:1 day
 The NOS in Scotland are hosting an educational meeting for NOS members, members of the public and health professionals. The guest speakers will include Professor David Purdie Dr Ailsa Gebbie There will be no charge to attend but a donation envelope will be available and the NOS would welcome a contribution to support the continuing work of the charity.

Osteoporosis in the 21st Century
Start Date:16 October 2004
Duration:9am - 4pm
 

Osteoporosis in the 21st Century

Clinical Conference.

9am - 4pm

Fee of €175 for clinical meeting, lunch and black-tie gala dinner.

(Additional charge of €75 applies if partner accompanies you to the black-tie gala dinner)

Following the medical meeting, the Irish Osteoporosis Society is hosting a black-tie gala dinner and an evening of entertainment in the Westin Hotel at 7.30pm to coincide with World Osteoporosis Day.

The meal will be preceded by a drinks reception at 7.00pm.

Places are limited – register NOW to avoid disappointment.

Location: The Westin Hotel, Dublin

Contact: Patrick Daly or Karen Davidson on +353 1 4753300


NOS National Training Scheme for Bone Densitometry
Start Date:08 November 2004
Duration:8th-9th November 2004
 

NOS National Training Scheme for Bone Densitometry

8th-9th November 2004

The National Osteoporosis Society (NOS) has designed a detailed scheme for radiographers, technologists, clinical scientists and other health care professionals who are operators of bone densitometry equipment.

Click here to read more.

Location: Birmingham, UK

Contact: j.reakes@nos.org.uk


National Osteoporosis Society 10th Conference on Osteoporosis
Start Date:28 November 2004
Duration:28 November – 1 December 2004
 

The National Osteoporosis Society Conference is now established as the leading UK conference for scientists and clinicians interested in this bone disease.

Its scientific programme has an excellent reputation and attracts delegates and speakers from a wide range of disciplines.

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e-mail: janet@janet-crompton.com

Location: Harrogate International Centre, Harrogate, UK

Contact: Janet Crompton - tel: 01453 549929


14th IOF - Advanced training course on osteoporosis
Start Date:01 February 2005
Duration:1st - 3rd February
 

The IOF advanced training course on osteoporosis, taught in English by an internationally renowned faculty provides a concise and practical overview of the latest knowledge on the physiology, epidemiology, diagnosis and management of osteoporosis.

The three-day course trains up to 150 international participants.

Location:Hotel Lyon Metropole, Lyon, France

Contact:IOF - tel (33) 472 914 177

British Endocrine Societies 24th Joint Meeting
Start Date:04 April 2005
Duration:4-6th April 2005
 

Preliminary programme, registration form and abstract details will be available in September 2004.

Contact: British Endocrine Societies, 22 Apex Court, Woodlands, Bradley Stoke, Bristol BS32 4JT, UK.

Tel: +44 (0)1454 642212

Location: Harrogate International Centre

Contact: Tel: +44 (0)1454 642212


Clinical Safety: Ongoing preparation and implementation of the European Clinical Trials Directive
Start Date:21 September 2004
Duration:21 September - 23 September
 

Determine how the Pharmaceutical industry and its Clinical Safety professionals are complying with the European Clinical Trials Directive, with practical insight into how organisations and individuals are operating under the new guidelines.

A comprehensive two-day event with pre-conference workshop, IIR's Clinical Safety event is a must attend for Clinical and Pharmacovigilance professionals.

Programme agenda, confirmed speakers and registration form can be found by clicking here

Location: The Ramada Plaza Regents Park Hotel, London, UK

Contact: Neil Darkes on +44 (0) 20 7915 5012 or ndarkes@iirltd.co.uk
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NOS Osteoporosis Roadshow
Start Date:12 February 2005
Duration:
 NOS Osteoporosis Roadshow The National Osteoporosis Society is organising a series of roadshows to bring the work of the society and the very latest information on osteoporosis.
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NOS Osteoporosis Roadshow
Start Date:12 March 2005
Duration:
 The National Osteoporosis Society is organising a series of roadshows to bring the work of the society and the very latest information on osteoporosis.

Location: York

Contact: s.phillips@nos.org.uk
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NOS Osteoporosis Roadshow
Start Date:16 April 2005
Duration:
 NOS Osteoporosis Roadshow

The National Osteoporosis Society is organising a series of roadshows to bring the work of the society and the very latest information on osteoporosis.

Location: London

Contact: s.phillips@nos.org.uk
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2nd Joint Meeting of the European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS) and International Bone and Mineral Society (IBMS)
Start Date:25 June 2005
Duration:25th June - 29th June 2005
 2nd Joint Meeting of the European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS) and International Bone and Mineral Society (IBMS)

The abstract submission for next year's ECTS-IBMS Joint Meeting in Geneva , 25-29 June 2005, is now open - visit the meeting website at www.ects-ibms-2005.org for full details.

The meeting website also includes details of the scientific programme and social events and you can register and book your accommodation on-line.

The deadline for abstracts is 10 January and all accepted abstracts will be published in Bone.

Contact: Congress Secretariat for further information: MCI Suisse SA 75, rue de Lyon PO Box 502 CH-1211 Geneva 13 Switzerland Tel: +41 (0)22 33 99 595 / Fax: +41 (0) 22 33 99 621 Email: ects-ibms@mci-group.com

Location: Geneva , Switzerland
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Improving Care for Older People 2005
Start Date:07 June 2005
Duration:7 June and 8 June 2005
 Locations: Savoy Place, London

Improving Care for Older People 2005

The third annual conference examining the key practical issues involved in improving services and care delivery for older people
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The 7th London International Conference on Eating Disorders
Start Date:04 April 2005
Duration:4 - 6 April 2005
 The 7th London International Conference on Eating Disorders 4 - 6 April 2005 Imperial College, London

Accreditation: PGEA & CPD Approved
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Falls, Fractures, Food, Fitness & Medicine: Treating and Preventing Osteoporosis
Start Date:11 May 2006
Duration:One Day
 The University of Glasgow, Division of Developmental Medicine would like to inform you of the above event which it is hosting. The aim of the conference will be to provide delegates with current information and practical advice on prevention and treatment strategies employed in osteoporosis therapy with particular reference to diet, medicine and exercise. The conference will appeal to all health professionals including hospital doctors, dieticians, nutritionists, health promotion specialists, general practitioners, cardiologists, people working in community health projects and anyone else with an interest in this area. To find out more about this conference please contact David Gentles on Tel: 0141 201 9353

Osteoporosis in Men (Open Forum)
Start Date:14 June 2006
Duration:7-9pm
 Guest speakers:

Fergus Ewing MSP, Inverness NOS support group patron, Member of EU Osteoporosis Consultation Panel.

Professor David Purdie , Edinburgh Osteoporosis Centre, Osteoporosis in Men.

Professor Stuart Ralston , Molecular and Clinical Medicine, University of Edinburgh. Management of Osteoporosis in Men.

All are welcome to attend.

A donation will be requested to support the work of the Charity in Scotland.

For further information contact Anne Simpson 01698 811 171 or a.simpson@nos.org.uk

Osteoporosis-update and look to the future
Start Date:28 March 2006
Duration:7.15-9pm
 Treetops Hotel, Aberdeen

Professor David Reid,Dr Alison Black, Dr Alex Mavroeidi, Dr Helen Macdonald.

Series of public events - with birthday cake and refreshments-hosted by NOS Support Groups throughout Scotland to celebrate 20 years of the Charity-with contributions from local lead clinicians and allied health professionals.

All welcome to attend.

A donation will be requested to support the work of local NOS Support Group

Osteoporosis-update and look to the future
Start Date:25 April 2006
Duration:2-4pm
 Station Hotel, Dumfries. Dr Alastair McLellan. Western Infirmary Glasgow. Series of public events - with birthday cake and refreshments-hosted by NOS Support Groups throughout Scotland to celebrate 20 years of the Charity-with contributions from local lead clinicians and allied health professionals. All welcome to attend. A donation will be requested to support the work of local NOS Support Group

Osteoporosis-update and look to the future
Start Date:15 May 2006
Duration:7.15-9pm
 Park Hotel, Falkirk.

Lynne Gordon, Osteoporosis Specialist Nurse, NHS Fife.

Series of public events - with birthday cake and refreshments-hosted by NOS Support Groups throughout Scotland to celebrate 20 years of the Charity-with contributions from local lead clinicians and allied health professionals.

All welcome to attend.

A donation will be requested to support the work of local NOS Support Group

Osteoporosis-update and look to the future
Start Date:07 June 2006
Duration:7.15-9pm
 Savoy Park Hotel, Ayr.

Dr Elaine Melrose, NHS Ayrshire and Arran.

Series of public events - with birthday cake and refreshments - hosted by NOS Support Groups throughout Scotland to celebrate 20 years of the Charity-with contributions from local lead clinicians and allied health professionals.

All welcome to attend.

A donation will be requested to support the work of local NOS Support Group

Osteoporosis-update and look to the future
Start Date:08 June 2006
Duration:7-9pm
 Central Hotel, Glasgow

Series of public events - with birthday cake and refreshments-hosted by NOS Support Groups throughout Scotland to celebrate 20 years of the Charity-with contributions from local lead clinicians and allied health professionals.

All welcome to attend.

A donation will be requested to support the work of local NOS Support Group

Osteoporosis-update and look to the future
Start Date:02 August 2006
Duration:7.15-9pm
 Thistle Hotel, Inverness.

Dr Malcolm Steven. NHS Highland.

Series of public events - with birthday cake and refreshments-hosted by NOS Support Groups throughout Scotland to celebrate 20 years of the Charity-with contributions from local lead clinicians and allied health professionals.

All welcome to attend.

A donation will be requested to support the work of local NOS Support Group

Osteoporosis-update and look to the future
Start Date:04 September 2006
Duration:7.15-9pm
 Peebles Hydro Hotel, Peebles.

Dr Andrew Pearson. NHS Borders.

Series of public events - with birthday cake and refreshments-hosted by NOS Support Groups throughout Scotland to celebrate 20 years of the Charity-with contributions from local lead clinicians and allied health professionals.

All welcome to attend.

A donation will be requested to support the work of local NOS Support Group

Osteoporosis-update and look to the future
Start Date:13 September 2006
Duration:2-4pm
 Rufflets Hotel, St Andrews.

Dr Jane Gibson. NHS Fife.

Series of public events - with birthday cake and refreshments-hosted by NOS Support Groups throughout Scotland to celebrate 20 years of the Charity-with contributions from local lead clinicians and allied health professionals.

All welcome to attend.

A donation will be requested to support the work of local NOS Support Group

National Osteoporosis Society 11th Conference on Osteoporosis
Start Date:25 June 2006
Duration:25 - 28 June 2006
 The conference is open to all health professionals with an interest in the area of osteoporosis. The high-quality scientific programme covers pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment, risk factors for fractures and falls, diagnostic techniques and their validity, bone quality assessment, political aspects and service delivery.

Sponsorship and Exhibition options are also available for corporate supporters. See the conference website for details.

Contact: Sarah Phillips Email: s.phillips@nos.org.uk Telephone: 01761 473106
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Next Steps Conference
Start Date:23 May 2007
Duration:23rd and 24th May 2007
 The Next Steps UK conference will focus on developing an integrated aproach to the management of Falls, Fragility Fractures and Osteoporosis. For further information contact Elizabeth Steel on 01698 540111 or E-mail: elizabeth.steel@budgepr.com
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RSM Academic Symposia: Key Advances in the Clinical Management of Osteoporosis
Start Date:29 August 2006
Duration:
 Venue: University of Glasgow, Glasgow

Accreditation: 5 CPD points

The conference aims to encourage further understanding of this prevalent disease. Leading experts will update delegates on epidemiology and imaging, as well as focusing on the assessment and management of osteoporosis. The diversity of the disease will be demonstrated through a number of clinical case studies.

for further details please contact Primrose Ante-Bennett on Tel: 020 7290 2965; fax 020 7290 2977 or e-mail: primrose.ante-bennett@rsm.ac.uk and to book on-line go to or visit our website at http://www.rsm.ac.uk/diary
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RSM Academic Symposia: Key Advances in the Clinical Management of Osteoporosis
Start Date:05 September 2006
Duration:
 Venue: University of Derby, Derby

Accreditation: 5 CPD points

The conference aims to encourage further understanding of this prevalent disease. Leading experts will update delegates on epidemiology and imaging, as well as focusing on the assessment and management of osteoporosis. The diversity of the disease will be demonstrated through a number of clinical case studies.

for further details please contact Primrose Ante-Bennett on Tel: 020 7290 2965; fax 020 7290 2977 or e-mail: primrose.ante-bennett@rsm.ac.uk and to book on-line go to or visit our website at http://www.rsm.ac.uk/diary
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BSR Advanced Course
Start Date:20 September 2007
Duration:20th and 21st September
 Convenors: Prof Paul Wordworth, Dr Raasis Luqmani
Venue: St Hugh's College, Oxford
Contact: anartey@rheumatology.org.uk or 020 7842 0918 for further information
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BSR Foot and Ankle Courses
Start Date:06 September 2007
Duration:6th - 7th September 2007
 Convenors: Prof J Woodburn, Dr P Helliwell, Dr D Turner, Dr A Redmond and Ms H Davys.
Venue: Glasgow Calodnian University, Glasgow
Contact: anartey@rheumatology.org.uk or 020 7842 0918 for further information
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BSR Update on Biological Therapies
Start Date:07 September 2007
Duration:One Day
 Convenor: Prof David Isenberg
Venue: University College London
Contact: anarty@rheumatology.org.uk or 020 7842 0918 for further information
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BSR Course 1
Start Date:24 May 2007
Duration:24th - 25th May 2007
 Convenors: Dr Andrew Keat and Dr Jacqueline Andrews
Venue: Northwick Park Hospital, London
Contact: anartey@rheumatology.org.ukor 020 7842 0918 for further information
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BSR Core Course II
Start Date:18 September 2007
Duration:18th - 20th September 2007
 Convenor: Prof John Axford
Venue: St George Hospital, London
Contact: anartey@rheumatology.org.uk or 020 7842 0918 for further information
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BSR Basic Ultasonography Courses
Start Date:07 December 2007
Duration:7th - 9th December 2007
 Convenor: Prof Bhaskar Dasgupta
Venue: Southend University Hospital, Westcliff-on-Sea
Contact: anartey@rheumatology.org.uk or 020 7842 0918 for further information
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BSR Advanced Ultrasound Course
Start Date:01 February 2008
Duration:tbc
 Date: Still to be confirmed
Convenor: Dr Phil Platt
Venue: tbc, Newcastle
Contact: anartey@rheumatology.org.uk or 020 7842 0918 for further information
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BSR Travelling Fellowship 2007
Start Date:19 November 2006
Duration:19th - 23rd November 2007
 Convenor: Dr Ashok Bhalla and Prof John Kirwan Venue: Bath and Bristol No of Place - Six Contact: anarty@rheumatology.org.uk or 0207 7842 0918 for further information
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