The University of Alabama, Birmingham endocrine surgeons hosted a joint endocrine surgical conference for local surgeons and trainees at The Aga Khan University in Karachi, Pakistan.
The conference included a workshop for local surgeons, endocrinologists, and trainees focused on thyroid and parathyroid disorders. Faculty from UAB delivered lectures designed to be relevant and beneficial for the regional healthcare professionals. The sessions provided practical insights into the advancements in diagnosis and treatment, fostering a productive exchange of knowledge.
Dr. Sophie Dream (Medical College of Wisconsin) presented “Ablative technologies for thyroid disease.”
Dr. Jessica M Fazendin presented “Controlled versus uncontrolled Graves’ disease and surgical planning.”
Dr Herbert Chen gave a talk on “Hyperparathyroidism: the forgotten disease.”
Dr. Andrea Gillis discussed the “Management of thyroid nodules.”
The trip also included a seminar with the local student body, where faculty from UAB discussed careers in surgery and shared their professional experiences.
