Laryngological examination and olfactory test

 

Organiser: Student scientific group of Otolaryngology at the Otolaryngology Department of Dentistry Division

Form: Practical and theoretical

Description: During our workshops we would like to teach you otorhinolaryngological examination using laryngological tools. Detailed assessment of the upper airways which include oral cavity, pharyngx and laryngx will be performed. We want to simplify and clarify the subject as it could be valuable for paediatricians, general practitioners or even surgeons on their duties at emergency rooms.

Furthermore, we offer you the opportunity of taking part in basic course of the olfactory testing. This overlooked sense while taking medical examinations could highly affect patients’ quality of life. During our workshops we will be explaining complexity of scent perceptions and it huge role in flavour determinations.

Probably it will be the last and only chance to check how turpentine exactly smells.

In case of any questions, please contact us: krsobczyk@gmail.com

 

Abdominal Ultrasound Examination

 

Organisers: Ultrasonography Scientific Circle, Students’ and Young Doctors’ Section of Polish Ultrasound Society

Form: Practical

Description: Nowadays, the ability to perform a basic ultrasound of the abdomen is almost obligatory for a professional physician. An ultrasound machine with convex and linear transducers allows you to evaluate internal organs and vessels in search of tumors, inflammatory processes, aneurysms and various other pathologies or rapidly assess patient’s condition after trauma. Not only radiologists, but many other specialists use ultrasound on a daily basis.

During our workshop, you will gain knowledge how to handle the ultrasound machine and transducers. We will teach you to visualize the internal organs of the abdomen, including liver, spleen, kidneys, pancreas, blood vessels etc. We hope that after our workshop you will appreciate the huge potential of ultrasound examination and use it in your future clinical practice.

In case of any questions, please contact us: jagus.dominika@gmail.com, wojtek.lyczek@gmail.com

 

Advanced Life Support

 

Organiser: Student’s Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Association of Warsaw Medical University

Form: Theoretical and practical

Description: During our workshop we would like to demonstrate and practice Advanced Life Support(ALS) methods such as:

• Airway management: oropharyngeal airway, face mask, laryngeal mask, endotracheal intubation
• Heart rhythm recognition
• CPR and defibrillation
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support
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In case of any questions, please contact us: aleksandra.karewicz@gmail.com

Basic dermoscopy skills

 

Organiser: Students’ Scientific Group by the Department and Clinic of Dermatology

Form: Practical

Description: Dermoscopy (also called dermatoscopy), is an essential tool for dermatologists, plastic surgeons, general practitioners and other health professionals attempting early diagnosis of melanoma. It has been shown to be relatively simple and fairly inexpensive tool in everyday practise. Using dermoscopy to evaluate pigmented lesions, the abnormal structural features of melanoma can be identified, borderline lesions may be closely observed and benign lesions can be confidently diagnosed without the need for biopsy. Dermoscopy is also increasingly useful in diagnosis of non-pigmented skin lesions and inflammatory dermatoses. During our workshop participants will be provided with basic skills and knowledge including epidemiology of skin cancer, dermoscopy criteria pattern analysis and diagnostic algorithms.

In case of any questions, please contact us: kasiapisarz@gmail.com

 

Cardiologic intensive care & ALS workshop

 

Organiser: Students’ Scientific Group, 1st Department of Cardiology, Medical University of Warsaw

Form: Theoretical and practical

Description:  Participant will play the role of Emergency Department doctor, who must deal with acute and potentiallly fatal cardiologic conditions which may degenerate into cardiac arrest.

Participants will train ALS protocols on a phantom while simultaneously training their ability to diagnose and treat reversible causes of cardiac arrest.

Participants are required to study ERC Guidelines for Resuscitation before the workshop (it will be provided to all registered participants by email).  

In case of any questions, please contact us: dammalecki@gmail.com;

eFAST – practical ultrasonography course

 

Organiser: Ankona A

Form: Practical

Description: The Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma (FAST) is an ultrasound protocol developed to assess for hemoperitoneum and hemopericardium. Numerous studies have demonstrated sensitivities between 85% to 96% and specificities exceeding 98%. In the subset of hypotensive trauma patients, the sensitivity of the FAST exam approaches 100%. Experienced providers perform the FAST exam in less than 5 minutes, and its use decreases time to surgical intervention, patient length of stay, and rates of CT and DPL (diagnostic peritoneal levage). Presently, more than 96% of level 1 trauma centers incorporate FAST into their trauma algorithms as does Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS). Recently, many institutions have introduced the Extended FAST (eFAST) protocol into their trauma algorithms. The eFAST examines each hemithorax for the presence of hemothoraces and pneumothoraces.

The FAST exam evaluates the pericardium and three potential spaces within the peritoneal cavity for pathologic fluid. The right upper quadrant (RUQ) visualizes the hepatorenal recess, also known as Morrison’s pouch, the right paracolic gutter, the hepato-diaphragmatic area, and the caudal edge of the left liver lobe. Next step is to obtain subxiphoid (or subcostal) views to evaluate the pericardial space. Then, the left upper quadrant (LUQ) is used to inspect the splenorenal recess, the subphrenic space, and the left paracolic gutter, as well as the left lower hemithorax. In addition to the anatomy described above, the eFAST incorporates views of the right and left anterior hemithoraces to detect the presence of a pneumothorax.

The workshop is created for a group of maximum 10 people. It is focused on personal approach with a possibility of individual eFAST assessment. There will be two types of human bodies- a asthenic and pyknic ones, therefore participants will be able to study the proper procedure in different situations.

In case of any questions, please contact us: skn.ankona.a@gmail.com

Meniscus suture techniques – outside-in & inside-out

 

Organiser: Students’ Scientific Group of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Carolina Medical Center

Form: Practical and theoretical

Description: Meniscus tears are one of the most common injuries of the knee, especially in young people. Damaged meniscus can lead to early osteoarthritis, so nowadays the gold standard of repair is suturing.

The aim of the theoretical part of the workshops is to present basic knowledge about meniscus morphology, histology, healing process and instruments used in surgery of the meniscus.

The practical part starts with surgical knot tying on special models. We would like to teach you 4 different ways of knot tying which will be helpful in the next part of workshops. Next you will be able to learn 2 most used meniscus suture techniques – inside-out and outside-in with use of specialized tools. Experienced instructor will show you both methods step-by-step on meniscus model. After that each participant can practice they skills by themselves.

In case of any questions, please contact us: skn.carolina@gmail.com

Emergency Room in Neurology

     

Organiser: Students’ Scientific Group by the Department of Neurology, Medical University of Warsaw

Form: Theoretical

Description: In the last few years we were presenting the most important and common aspects of Emergency Room in Neurology.

This time we’d like to focus on less discussed but equally significant topics such as dyspnoea and loss of consciousness originating from neurological causes.

At the end of our workshops all the participants will be able to test their knowledge with a short quiz.

In case of any questions, please contact us: marcinmejerzah@gmail.com

Oncosexology

 

Organizer: Students’ Scientific Group affiliated to II Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical University of Warsaw

Form: Theoretical

Description: Sexuality is not a commonly introduced topic during oncological care and patients are not used to asking physicians about this matter. However, quality of life is strongly affected by sexual dysfunctions accompanying oncologic diagnosis.

Sexual effect is one of most commonly patient reported late result of disease and treatment among cervical cancer patients, affecting even 79% of this population . Sexual function depends on type of treatment, with highest level of disfunction among patients undergoing radiotherapy and chemoradiotherapy. Impaired sexual function among ovarian cancer patients is reported by 63% of women. Less than half of women (46%) completing survey in a study by Hopkins et al confirmed staying sexually active. Vaginal dryness affected 87% of patients and discomfort or pain was reported in 77% of cases. Among patients with endometrial cancer, sexual dysfunction is present in 68,8% of women. Older age, history of radiotherapy treatment, negative feelings, cognitive problems, pain, fatigue, social avoidance, and psychological distress affect negatively sexual function. Factors associated with better sexual outcome are: consultation with doctor about sexual aspects of treatment effects and longer time since surgery.

Our workshop aims to provide future healthcare professionals with basic knowledge concerning influence of cancer diagnosis, disease and treatment on human sexuality, with the emphasis on patients with gynecological malignancies. Additionally, examples of patients’ education, sexual dysfunction prophylaxis and possible treatment will be discussed.

In case of any questions please contact us: sknkarowa@gmail.com

Applanation tonometry in central aortic pressure measurement

 

Organiser: Students’ Scientific Group „Pressor”, Department of Internal Medicine, Hypertension and Vascular Diseases

Form: Theoretical and practical

Description: Vital organs like the heart, kidneys, and brain are exposed to aortic rather than brachial pressure. Many studies revealed that central pressure is more correlated with target organ damage like as carotid intima-media thickness and left ventricular hypertrophy and their regression comparing the brachial pressure. Numerous studies reported central pressure as independent predictor of future cardiovascular events. The studies also demonstrated that conventional beta-blockers lower central pressure to a lesser extent than brachial pressure and this phenomenon may explain the inferiority of beta-blockers to other major anti-hypertensive drug classes in preventing cardiovascular events.

Numerous methods are available for measuring central pressure. The direct, invasive method involves recording of the blood pressure in the ascending aorta using a pressure-sensing catheter during cardiac catheterization. SphygmoCor, noninvasive tonometry-based technique, allow for calculating of aortic central pressure via recording pressure waveforms from radial artery using proprietary algorithm.

In case of any questions, please contact us: k.cienszkowska@gmail.com

Gynecology – Clinical breast examination – breast cancer prevention

 

Organiser: Students’ Scientific Group by the II Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Medical University of Warsaw

Form: Theoretical and practical

Description: Since the breast cancer is still the main cause of women’s mortality and early detection is proven to be associated with reduction of both breast cancer morbidity and mortality doctor of any specialty should be able to perform a breast exam, so the education in this field is crucial as the aim for the early detection of possible malignant lesions.

After the medical interview and providing comfort for the patient, the next step during breast examination is checking for any changes in the breasts, i.e. changes in breast size and symmetry, breasts’ skin abnormality such as dimpling, peau d’orange, alveolar infection etc. After putting patient in an examination position an exam continues with a palpation of both breasts. Several different palpation techniques can be used during breast examination – our workshops will present all of them to our participants. If any lumps are present, we should be able to determine its size, consistency, surface and mobility. During palpation, we also check for any discharge from the alveoli, by gently pressing sides of it with our fingers. The last step is the examination of the lymph nodes in case of lymphadenopathy in the supra- and infraclavicular areas and axillary area.

The aim of our workshop is to teach the participants the proper techniques of performing the clinical breast examination and practice it on the manikins. We would also like to put an emphasis on how to provide the comfort for the patient and what should draw our attention during the medical interview.

Workshops will be divided into three parts

1. Presentation about the breast examination and its clinical significance.
2. Presenting the proper breast examination techniques on the manikins
3. Performing the breast examination on the manikins by the participants.

In case of any questions, please contact us: hsymonides@gmail.com

 

Gynecology – How to perform the Papanicoulau test – cervical cancer prevention

 

Organiser: Students’ Scientific Group by the II Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Medical University of Warsaw

Form: Theoretical and practical

Description: The Papanicoulau test (abbreviation – Pap test) is a method of cervical screening used to detect potentially pre-cancerous and cancerous processes in the cervix. Abnormal findings are often followed up by more sensitive diagnostic procedures and, if needed, interventions that aim to prevent further cancerous progression. Pap-testing is recommended every 3 years for patients aged 21-65.

The test is performed by using the speculum to open the vaginal canal for the full visualisation of the cervix, including the squamous epithelium of the ectocervix, squamocolumnar junction, and the external os. Since HPV has a predilection for the transformation region, Pap test focuses on sampling the cells at the transformation zone for the adequate detection of dysplastic cells. To obtain the specimen, a cervical broom or cervical spatula is applied to the surface and the canal of the cervix and turned in a single direction to achieve an adequate sample for cytology. After that, the specimen is placed on the glass slide and immediately fixated to avoid air-drying and then analysed under a microscope.

The aim of the workshop is to familiarises participants with the indications for the Papanicoulau test as well as the correct technique of performing it, as it is the best screening method for premalignant and malignant lesions of the cervix.

Workshops will be divided into three parts:

1. Presentation about what the Pap test is, why and when should it be performed.
2. Presenting the correct technique of performing the Pap test on the manikins, including the correct way of fixating the specimen for further analysis.
3. Performing the Pap test on the manikins by the participants.

In case of any questions, please contact us: hsymonides@gmail.com

 

Gynecology – Detecting the cancer – basis of the gynaecological examination

 

Organiser: Students’ Scientific Group by the II Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Medical University of Warsaw

Form: Theoretical and practical

Description: The pelvic examination typically consists of visual external inspection, insertion of the speculum, performance of any tests or cytology, and then bimanual examination to determine the size and character of the uterus and ovaries

Vulvar examination includes basic developmental assessment, symmetry, skin abnormalities, tumours, discharge, presence of Bartholin cyst etc.

Vaginal examination begins with gently separating labia minora to visualize the hymenal ring, to check the presence of cystocele, urethrocele etc.  Inspecting the urethral opening is also the part of the examination. After examining the externals of the vagina, the speculum is inserted, allowing to visualise the vaginal walls and the cervix, and inspecting them for any pathologies. After that, the examiner usually performs the Pap test, which is the subject of another workshops.

Bimanual examination is one of the most important elements of gynaecological examination. Its purpose is to determine the size of the uterus, presence (or absence) of adnexal masses and detecting any pathological symptoms.

During the exam, typically the index and middle finger are inserted into the vagina, while the opposite hand is placed on the abdomen, and its fingers are used for palpation. Firstly, the abdomen is palpated in search of any abnormal masses, secondly the cervix. Uterine palpation is the third step of the bimanual examination. The fourth and last step is examining each of the lower quadrants of the abdomen, by moving the abdominal hand to them, and the pelvic hand to each corresponding side – that allows palpating the adnexal regions, thus the ovaries.

The aim of this workshop is presenting every step of the gynaecological examination to the participants, allowing them to practice on the manikins. We also want to put a stress on what symptoms should alarm us during the examination, since that may lead to early detection of malignant and premalignant lesions, infections or anatomical abnormalities.

The workshop will be divided into three parts:

1. Presentation containing basic information about gynaecological examination.
2. Presenting the correct technique of performing gynaecological examination on the manikins.
3. Performing the gynaecological examination on the manikins by the participants.

In case of any questions, please contact us: hsymonides@gmail.com

 

Medicine for your skin – creams and ointments

 

Organiser: Polish Pharmaceutical Students’ Association Warsaw

Form: Practical

Description: Creams and ointments are types of semi-solid dosage forms. They are applied on a variety of body surfaces and used in many cases in medicine and cosmetology. Our workshop is a special opportunity for participants to explore this subject.

The workshop will be divided in two parts.

First part will be a theoretical introduction. The introduction will include basic information about structure and composition of semi-solid dosage forms, indications and technology of production in local pharmacies

In the second part participants will get a chance to make personally their own cream/ointment!

In case of any questions, please contact us: president.warsaw@ptsf.pl

 

Towards novel chimeric compounds in pain therapy

 

Organiser: SKN WISTAR przy Zakładzie Farmakodynamiki i Patofizjologii

Form: Practical and theoretical

Description: For years, polytherapy as well as polypragmasy have been an inseparable part of many patients’ lives, mainly the elderly, suffering from several conditions at the same time. Both terms are closely related to the use of an excessive number of drugs, sometimes without a clear need. Hence, this incorrect prescription of medicinal substances may, in consequence, lead to the emergence of various types of interactions, e.g. drug-drug. The nature of these interactions may be both pharmacodynamics as well as pharmacokinetics. This, in turn, may result in increased toxicity of a given drug.

Although information that correctly applied polytherapy brings mainly benefits can easily be found in the literature, in fact, obtaining satisfactory results without harming the patient’s health is extremely difficult to achieve.

In order to minimize side effects resulting from the use of several drugs at the same time, but also taking into account the risk of prescribing incorrect medicinal substances by many doctors, several potential solutions have been introduced up to now.

Such a new solution may occur effective in pain treatment, in case of which morphine is still considered the “golden standard”, though a long-term use of opioids is associated with the risk of clinically significant adverse reactions such as vomiting, drowsiness, constipation or depression of the respiratory center.

Herein, we would like to describe some benefits associated with hybrid compounds as well as present several behavioral techniques that are used in order to evaluate their antinociceptive potential in animals.

In case of any questions, please contact us: hazufiel@wp.pl

TRE® Workshop

Organiser: “Polish Association of TRE®”

Form: Practical and theoretical

Description: What is TRE®?
TRE® – Tension & Trauma Release Exercises – is a simple yet innovative series of exercises that assist the body in releasing deep muscular patterns of stress, tension and trauma. Created by Dr. David Berceli, PhD, TRE® safely activates a natural reflex mechanism of shaking or vibrating that releases muscular tension, calming down the nervous system. When this muscular shaking/vibrating mechanism is activated in a safe and controlled environment, the body is encouraged to return back to a state of balance.
Reported Benefits Include:
• Less Worry & Anxiety
• Reduces Symptoms of PTSD
• More Energy & Endurance
• Improved Marital Relationships
• Less Workplace Stress
• Better Sleep
• Less Relationship Conflict
• Reduced Muscle & Back Pain
• Increased Flexibility
• Greater Emotional Resiliency
• Decreases Symptoms of Vicarious Trauma
• Healing of Old Injuries
• Lessened Anxiety surrounding Serious Illness
• Relief from Chronic Medical Conditions

Neonatal emergency

 

Organiser: Neonatology and Neonatal Intensive Care Students’ Interest Group, Department of Neonatology and Neonatal Intensive Care, Medical University of Warsaw

Form: Practical simulation workshop with short theoretical introduction

Description: In this short, but intense workshop session you will have a chance to learn how to manage your smallest patient – a newborn! Starting with a brief primer on the topic, we will guide you through the vital skills for any doctor with regards to neonates (airway management, chest compressions & ventilation, intravenous access). Having acquired those skills, you will have a chance to put them into practice in as many as four different simulated scenarios, where we will lead, assess and debrief your actions as a team caring for a neonate. Come join us for an incredible hands-on training that will be useful for any future neonatologist, pediatrician, or really any future doctor that will be caring for our smallest patients.

In case of any questions, please contact us: asia.szczepanska93@gmail.com

Neurovascular Workshop

 

Organiser: Students’ Scientific Group „Anatomy”, Department of Descriptive and Clinical Anatomy, Center of Biostructure Research

Form: Practical

Description: The cerebral arterial circle described by Thomas Willis in 17th century is a vital structure on the base of the cerebrum, that presents great clinical importance in sustaining cerebral blood flow. Great amount of anatomical variations of the circle combined with unfortunate tendency of circles arteries to form aneurysms or congenital anomalies such as fenestrations, makes neurovascular interventions in its region very demanding. This is why, knowledge of these variations in neuroradiology, neurosurgery and interventional radiology is crucial.

During the workshop we give you possibility to observe common and rare anatomical variations of cerebral arteries, its aneurysms and fenestrations with help of intraoperative microscope and microsurgical tools. The second part of the workshop will give you unique chance to try your own skills in microsurgical dissection of cerebral arteries in conditions similar to that found in the operating theatre.

In case of any questions, please contact us: arkadiusz.kowalczyk@student.wum.edu.pl

Dermatosurgery

 

Organiser: Students’ Scientific Group by the Department and Clinic of Dermatology

Form: Theoretical and practical parts

Description:  Dermatosurgery has been defined as the practice of dermatology that specializes in surgical
procedures and minimally invasive treatments to improve health, function and appearance
of skin. Dermatosurgeries are performed under local anesthesia.
The course covers a theoretical review of the basic principles of skin surgery and practical
workshops using pig skin so you will have the opportunity to practice simple excision and
closure techniques.
Expected learning outcomes:
– The review the instruments used in dermatology surgery
– To explain the effects, potential adverse effects and limitations of local anesthesia
– To learn the curettage technique to remove skin lesion
– To learn how to perform the skin biopsy
– To review the most common suturing techniques for wound closures
– To understand the underlying geometrical principles of simple excision

The workshop is a great learning opportunity for everyone who is interested in skin surgical
techniques, not only for the future dermatologists!

In case of any questions, please contact us: ankaklicka@gmail.com

Tolerance, stigmatisation, hate speech.

 

Organiser: Student Psychiatry Club MUW of prof. Jan Mazurkiewicz

Form: Theoretical

Description: We live in times when much is said about a great value of acceptance and tolerance. But do we really transfer it to our everyday life sufficiently? The hate speech is ever-growing in the mouths of public figures and on social media. The victims are struggling with problems on psychological grounds, have difficulties with socializing. It only leads to isolation and more despair. As a Student Psychiatry Club, we cannot and will not pass by the phenomenon indifferently. Do tolerance and acceptance mean that we must agree with everyone around us? Could being tolerant be fashionable? What does it mean to accept yourself as well as others? Is stigma around psychiatric disorders still in place? How to use inclusive language? We will find out the answers to these questions and more during our workshops. We invite you to join us. It will be a great opportunity to find out more about importance of being kind and open to others, even if they are nothing like us. After all, these skills could come in handy sometime in your professional lives, dealing with variety of patients. See you on Sunday!

In case of any questions, please contact us: marcin.kuna94@gmail.com

Management of postpartum haemorrhage- uterine compression sutures

 

Organiser: Students’ Research Group at the 1st Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical Univerisity of Warsaw

Form: Theoretical and practical

Description: Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is the most common form of major obstetric haemorrhage and remains one of the leading causes of maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide, which is why it is so important to know the guidelines regarding prevention and management of it.

During the theoretical part of the workshop, participants will have a chance to revise their knowledge regarding signs and symptoms, common causes and epidemiology of postpartum haemorrhages and review guidelines developed by American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, World Health Organisation, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and Polish Society of Gynecologists and Obstetricians, regarding PPH

Practical part will focus on uterine compression sutures- all the participants will have a chance to try the most commonly used ones (B-Lynch, Hayman, Pereira, Matsubara- Yano, Cho) on models of uteruses.

Workshops will be divided into three parts

1. Presentation about PPH and guidelines regarding it’s prevention and management
2. Presenting the different types of uterine compression sutures on the models
3. Suturing the models by participants

In case of any questions, please contact us: sknstarynkiewicza@gmail.com

How to keep a patient’s airway open?

 

Organiser: Students’ Scientific Group by the Department of Emergency Medicine

Form: Practical

Description: Do you know how to place a plastic tube into someone’s throat and secure airways? Or maybe you tried it several times, but without success? Don’t worry! Our workshop will start with several minutes of theoretical preparation about methods of maintaining patent airway. After that we will begin training in intubation, inserting LMA and others.

In case of any questions, please contact us: skn.medycyna.ratunkowa.wum@gmail.com