According to the World Health Organization, around 95% of medical technology in developing countries is imported. Astonishingly, 50% of equipment in these countries is not in use. This is either due to a lack of maintenance, lack of suitable training or because the equipment is too sophisticated. This void has a great impact on the effective provision of healthcare in developing countries.

This seminar is an exclusive opportunity to update your knowledge on the issues surrounding healthcare provision in the developing world. This event, now the fifth in the series, will address key needs and problems relating to healthcare technologies for developing countries. The aim will be to identify future strategies and solutions.

The main objectives of the seminar are:

• To promote appropriate healthcare technology in meeting the needs of the developing world
• To recognise and involve those participating in the provision of healthcare technology in the developing world
• To identify current and possible future developments
• To provide a platform for sharing experiences, networking and achieving consensus

Speakers from around the world will discuss:

• National Policy and Standards
• Innovation and New Technologies
• Healthcare Technology Management and Training
• eHealth and Information Technology
• Professional Networking

Pin-ups

You can download a flyer about the seminar here. Please forward on to friends and colleagues who may be interested in this event.

aht-flyer.pdf (2MB)

Organising committee

Organised by the IET Healthcare Technologies Network