E-drug: Final Call for PRUD-2003 course applications
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Final Call for PRUD-2003 course applications
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International Course on Promoting Rational Use of Drugs (PRUD)
29 November-13 December 2003, Lahore, Pakistan.
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TheNetwork for Consumer Protection in collaboration with the Punjab
University, Lahore and the WHO/EMRO invites physicians,
pharmacists, health program managers, officials from ministries of
health, non governmental organizations, universities and other
interested organizations in improving the use of drugs to the PRUD
course.
Objectives
The course will focus on methods of studying inappropriate drug use
with particular emphasis on the role of prescribers, dispensers, and
patients. Participants are expected to learn practical approaches for
studying and implementing the RUD key features including drug
policy, essential drug list, indicators of RUD, and proper interventions
to change inappropriate pattern of drug use in the daily practice of
health providers in their own country.
Design
The course will be conducted in English and will consist of
presentations, discussions, group activities, and field visits. It is highly
participatory, and the exchange of experiences and ideas among
participants adds depth to the learning process. Course materials are
based on those developed by the INRUD and WHO and will be
moderated by international and national experts from WHO and
Pakistan. The participants will be exposed to a wide range of
international experiences and materials.
Highlights
* Identification of drug use problems
* STG for improving quality of care
* Factors that influence prescribing patterns
* Influencing prescribing patterns
* Indicators for assessing drug use
* Changing prescriber training
* Evaluation of effectiveness of drug use interventions
* Public education about drug use
* Field exercises to assess drug use
* Planning intervention studies
Course Venue
Course location and lodging will be at two venues first week will be at
Hotel Pearl Continental TheMall Lahore (Tel: +92-42-111-505-505)
and second week will be at Hotel Pearl Continental Bhurban (Tel:
+92-51-427082) which is a hill resort. Transport between the two
venues would be arranged by the organizers.
Fees and Application
The fee of US$ 2500 covers tuition, course materials, shared
accommodation and all meals. Those preferring single rooms should
be prepared to pay extra (rates are available upon request).
Participants should plan to bring sufficient money for incidental
expenses like laundry, postage, phone calls, etc. Airfare and health
insurance are the responsibility of participants or the sponsoring
organization. Applications and fees are due no later than October 30,
2003. Due to limited available seats, applicants are encouraged to
apply earlier. Please send completed application form to the following
addresses:
Course Coordinator PRDU
TheNetwork for Consumer Protection
40-A, Ramzan Plaza
G-9 Markaz
Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel # (+9251) 2261085
Fax # (+9251) 2262495
E-mail: prdu2003@thenetwork.org.pk
For detail course flyer & application form please visit:
www.thenetwork.org.pk
Application Form
(Attach additional sheets as necessary- Please fill out the form
below)
Surname: First Name: Sex:
Degree: Organization: Position:
Mailing Address:
City: Country:
Postcode:
Telephone: Fax: E-mail:
Are you involved in the activities related to the Promotion of Rational
Use of Drugs (PRUD)? If yes, please, explain for how long and in
what capacity.
What aspects of PRUD are currently being considered active in your
country?
Is there an overall plan to strongly follow the concept of PRUD in your
country?
What are some strengths of your institution / country with respect to
the concept of PRUD?
Have you ever participated in / organized seminars or training
courses on PRUD? If yes, please explain.
How much do you think this training course will help you in
implementing / promoting PRUD in your country?
How do you plan to implement / promote the RUD upon your return
home?
Applicant's Signature: Date:
Note: In unusual circumstances the training course may be
postponed. Applicants will be notified as early as possible in such
cases.
Ayyaz Gul Kiani (B.Pharm, MComH-UK)
Deputy Executive Coordinator
TheNetwork for Consumer Protection, 40-A Ramzan Plaza, G-9
Markaz,
Islamabad, Pakistan
Ph. : +92-51-2261085, Fax: +92-52-2262495, Mob: +92-300-9546815
Please visit our web site: www.thenetwork.org.pk
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