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SUMMARY:When to Suspect a Rare Disease in Any Practice Setting
DESCRIPTION:Join Medscape for a live educational session\, ‘When to Suspect a Rare Disease in Any Practice Setting’\, featuring our very own CEO Lucy McKay.  \nThis live-streamed event will take place on February 26\, 2026\, at 2 PM GMT / 3 PM CET and will explore practical insights to help clinicians recognize when a rare disease may be at play across diverse clinical settings.  \nThe event will be hosted live on Medscape’s social media platforms—no registration is required. Simply follow @Medscape to watch once the event goes live.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/when-to-suspect-a-rare-disease-in-any-practice-setting/
LOCATION:LIVE STREAM
CATEGORIES:clinical,General Practice,Global Health,HCPs,Lectures,Medical Students,Public Engagement,Public health,Rare Disease
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ORGANIZER;CN="Medscape Education Global":MAILTO:aduncan@webmd.net
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SUMMARY:Rarely Taught: Reflections on Rare Disease Training Globally
DESCRIPTION:Connect with healthcare professionals and students from around the world for a dynamic discussion on rare disease medical training across global contexts. \nAs part of this interactive session\, we’ll also deliver a FLASH Rare Disease 101 training showcasing our updated e-learning course – giving you the opportunity to #LearnYourStripes ahead of Rare Disease Day 2026. \n📅 Event Details\nDate & Time: 11 February 2026\, 19:30–20:30 GMT\nLocation: 💻 Online via Zoom\n👉 Register via Eventbrite and receive the Zoom link shortly before the event \n🌐 What to Expect\nA concise\, high-impact Rare Disease 101 teaching session\nA shared conversation on learning needs\, challenges and opportunities in rare disease medical training\nOpportunities to connect with peers worldwide \n🎟️ Who should attend?\nOpen to healthcare professionals and students globally. FREE to attend with optional £10 donation. \nWhether you’re looking to expand your knowledge\, gain a global perspective\, or connect with like-minded colleagues\, this event is the perfect way to kick-start your Rare Disease Day 2026 learning. \n📌 Save the date and register now!
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/save-the-date-global-rare-disease-101-online-event/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Conferences / Workshops,Global Health,HCPs,Lectures,Medical Students,Rare Disease,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Get Started with Genomics CPD Course
DESCRIPTION:The implementation of next-generation sequencing technologies has enabled genomics to become a mainstream subject in medicine. The UK has now adopted Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) in clinical practice\, and the use of genomic sequencing technologies in healthcare has become widespread across many countries. Healthcare professionals across the world need the skills to understand genomics and what it means for their patients. \nThis course will provide participants with the basic principles of genomic medicine. The content will include the distinction between genetics and genomics and a focus on understanding the different modes of inheritance. With a focus on practical case studies and a workshop-style of delivery\, the course will offer the opportunity to engage with academics and fellow participants and build collaborative networks. \nCourse Leads\nProfessor Anna Murray – Associate Professor in Human Genetics\nDr Julia Baptista – Lecturer in Clinical Education\nSee the Speakers page for the full faculty list. \nDelivery Dates and Format\nThe course will be delivered on 24th and 25th Nov 2022 in a hybrid format (virtually and in-person at the University of Exeter) \nWho is it for?\nThe course is aimed at clinicians and other healthcare professionals who need an introductory course in genomics. This course would be an ideal access course for those wishing to pursue further studies\, in particular the MSc in Genomic Medicine. \nLearning Outcomes\nAt the end of the course the learner will be expected to be able to: \n\nDefine the key concepts of genetics and genomics\nUnderstand the main approaches to genomic testing and principles of variant classification\nUnderstand the main modes of inheritance in humans (autosomal dominant\, autosomal recessive\, X-linked\, and mitochondrial) and recognise their characteristic features and patterns\nUnderstand that genetic disorders might be inherited from an affected parent\, an unaffected parent\, both unaffected parents or arise spontaneously\nApply the knowledge of mode of inheritance in the context of a clinical report and the given family scenario\nBecome familiar with the basics of genome browsers to view gene information and interpret genomic information in clinical reports\n\nCertificate and Accreditation\nParticipants will receive a certificate of participation including both CPD points applied for through the Royal College of Physicians and learning outcomes\, which can be used towards your own professional development. \nFor more details about the course including fees and delivery see the course details page.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/get-started-with-genomics-cpd-course/
LOCATION:University of Exeter\, St Luke's Campus\, Heavitree Road\, Exeter\, EX1 2LU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Genomics,Medical Students,Rare Diseases
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SUMMARY:Patient partnerships: Improving healthcare equality from pandemic to endemic
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this event is to promote partnerships between patients and the medical profession to pave the way for a better\, more inclusive healthcare system as we rebuild after the pandemic. By strengthening this relationship\, we aim to ensure patients never feel isolated when they are at their most vulnerable. We will discuss real-life examples of partnerships and their successes.\nThere will be a series of presentations and workshops by students and experienced professionals on non-technical aspects of medical practice\, such as political challenges with the public health service and humanitarian values. The event will end with a prize-giving ceremony for the Dr Edwin Doubleday essay award\, which funds medical students aspiring to improve the relationship between patients and the medical profession. \nAims of the event: \n\nTo highlight the role and importance of patient partnerships\nTo educate the medics of tomorrow about non-technical aspects of practice\nTo inspire attendees to improve the relationship between patients and the medical profession\nTo give attendees the chance to improve their presentation and networking skills\n\nThis event is run in association with the University of Manchester Doubleday Centre and the Doubleday Medical Schools Patient Partnership Collaboration. \nStudents are invited to submit an essay using this link below to enter the Doubleday Student Prize.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/patient-partnerships-improving-healthcare-equality-from-pandemic-to-endemic/
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CATEGORIES:Medical Students,Patient advocacy,Royal Society of Medicine,workshop
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SUMMARY:Understanding Rare Disease: Communicating with Patients
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to learn about the role of communication in rare disease from those affected directly\, in an interactive FREE virtual event!\nAbout this event\nThe event will kick off with a session from our guest speaker\, who will explore the value of effective and sensitive communication skills when it comes to handling complex conditions\, such as rare disease. Attendees will then have the chance to speak directly with some of the I am Number 17 campaign changemakers and hear first-hand about how their diagnostic odysseys came to an end\, through perseverance and working together with the help of their HCP/Consultants. \nWhat will you get from attending this event?\n• Gain experience from communicating directly with those affected by rare disease \n• Improve your understanding of rare disease and how to react when faced with a potential rare disease \n• Develop your communication skills (notability how to share sensitive information and break bad news) \n• Gain a certificate of attendance to exhibit your enhanced learning \nWe hope that learning from real-life examples will provide you with tangible learnings to take along your medical careers and ultimately equip you to Find the 1 in 17 in the future… \nAll medical students are welcome to attend the event! \nPlease note this event may be beneficial for students preparing for upcoming OSCE examinations. \nWe look forward to seeing you there and learning together! \nThis event is initiated and funded by Takeda UK\, run together with Medics4RareDisease.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/understanding-rare-disease-communicating-with-patients/
CATEGORIES:Medical Students,Rare Diseases,Webinar,workshop
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