The Conference Hall at ALMehwar Hospital hosted the successful conclusion of the scientific conference “Solving Antimicrobial Riddles,” organized by ALMehwar Scientific Academy (ASA) in collaboration with ALMehwar Hospital.
Over The course of 8 intensive scientific hours, an elite group of consultants and experts gathered to discuss the latest clinical methodologies and the applications of Antimicrobial Stewardship to drive evidence-based, multidisciplinary medical decision-making.
💡 Key Highlights of the Scientific Day:
- Diagnostic Stewardship: Exploring the delicate balance between biomarkers (Procalcitonin, CRP), bacterial cultures, and rapid PCR testing.
- Sample Collection & Surgical Applications: Optimizing microbiological sampling techniques in orthopedic surgery and building effective antimicrobial stewardship frameworks.
- Unraveling Multidrug Resistance (MDR): Highlighting the top 10 common prescribing errors in antimicrobial therapy and strategies to avoid them.
- Critical Care & Surgical Management: Discussing treatment protocols in abdominal surgeries, open fractures, and the application of antibiotic-loaded bone cement.
- Infection Control & Safe Transition: Reviewing CDC sterilization guidelines and practical protocols for a safe IV-to-Oral switch.
ALMehwar Scientific Academy (ASA) extends its sincere gratitude and appreciation to all speakers and experts who enriched the discussions, led by:
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel Azeem — Professor of Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology, Kasr Al-Ainy Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University.
Prof. Dr. Gihan Fahmy — Director of Infection Control Unit, Ain Shams University Specialized Hospital (ASUSH).
Prof. Dr. Sherif Mokhtar — Consultant of Breast Surgical Oncology & Reconstruction — Professor of General & Surgical Oncology, Kasr Al-Ainy Faculty of Medicine.
Prof. Dr. Ahmed El-Sheikh — FRCS — Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Benha University, Egypt — Consultant Limb Reconstruction Surgeon.
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel Gawad — Plastic Surgeon — Manchester & Liverpool, UK.
Dr. Reham Abdel Monem — Consultant Clinical Microbiologist & Bone and Joint Infection (BJI) Specialist.
Dr. Mostafa Shawky — Lecturer & Consultant of Pelvic Surgery & Joint Replacement, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kasr Al-Ainy Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University.
Prof. Dr. Dina Bassyouni — Associate Professor of Clinical Microbiology, Kasr Al-Ainy Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University — Head of Clinical Microbiology Unit, ALMehwar Hospital.
Dr. Mahmoud Mokhtar — Director of Pharmacy Services, ALMehwar Hospital.
Dr. Fawzia Sayed — Infection Control Department, ALMehwar Hospital.
We remain committed to advancing scientific research and fostering knowledge exchange to deliver the highest standards of healthcare to our residents and the medical community 🌟.