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• MMAC Western University Meet & Greet

  • When
    20 September 2024
  •  
    3:30 PM
  • Location
    London Campus: MSB 190 & Windsor Campus: MEB 1115

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  MMAC Western Chapter invites all students, trainees, and staff physicians to our Meet & Greet Event.

  Join us for delicious pizza, great company, and the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded peers and professionals. Whether you're new to Western University or a returning student, this event is a fantastic way to kick off the year, make new friends, and learn about the exciting initiatives and opportunities MMAC Western Chapter has to offer.

   
  

  EVENT DETAILS 

  Date: Fri Sep 20, 2024

  Time: 3:30 PM ET 

  Location: London - MSB 190

  Windsor: MEB 115

   

  REGISTRATION

  This event is free for MMAC members only and registration is closed on Thu Sep 19 at 6pm.

  Membership is free for medical students, residents, and basic staff physicians. To join the membership, please click here. 
  

  
  

  For further information, please contact westerm@muslimmeds.ca  

  
  

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• MMAC - Islamic Community of Oakville LifeSavers Trainer & Volunteer Sign Up

  • When
    21 September 2024
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    River Oaks Community Centre, 2400 Sixth Line, Oakville, ON L6H 3M8

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  Islamic Community of Oakville in partnership with MMAC is excited to host a LifeSavers - CPR Training Event aimed at equipping our community with essential life-saving skills. To make this event a success, we need your help! 

  We are actively recruiting MMAC staff physicians and trainees to help teach at stations, and medical students to assist with the event.

  Why volunteers?

  • Make a real impact by empowering community with the practical knowledge to save lives
  • Develop valuable skills by enhancing your experience in training and community service.

  Trainers do NOT need to be formal ACLS-certified trainers, as this course is for bystander CPR and other skills, not for official CPR certification purposes.

  
  

  EVENT DETAILS

  Date: Sat Sep 21, 2024

  Time: 10 AM-12 PM ET 

  Location:  River Oaks Community Centre,

  2400 Sixth Line, Oakville, ON L6H 3M8 

  
  

  Training for all volunteers and trainers will be conducted 30 minutes before the event starts, so please arrive on time. 

  To request a Lifesavers session at your masjid, please visit https://muslimmeds.ca/cpr/

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• MMAC - ISNA LifeSavers Trainer & Volunteer Sign Up

  • When
    28 September 2024
  •  
    11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    ISNA Canada, 2200 S Sheridan Way, Mississauga, ON L5J 2M4

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  ISNA Canada in partnership with MMAC is excited to host the annual LifeSavers - CPR Training Event to equip our community with essential life-saving skills.

  To make this event a success, we need your help! 

  We are actively recruiting MMAC staff physicians and trainees to help teach at stations, and medical students to assist with the event.

  Why volunteers?

  • Make a real impact by empowering community with the practical knowledge to save lives
  • Develop valuable skills by enhancing your experience in training and community service.

  Trainers do NOT need to be formal ACLS-certified trainers, as this course is for bystander CPR and other skills, not for official CPR certification purposes.

  
  

  EVENT DETAILS

  Date: Sat Sep 28, 2024

  Time: 11 AM-1 PM or 2-4 PM ET

  Location:  ISNA Canada,

  2200 S Sheridan Way, Mississauga, ON L5J 2M4

  
  

  Training for all volunteers and trainers will be conducted an hour before the event starts, so please arrive on time. 

  For 11 AM - 1 PM slot, please come at 10 AM

  2-4 PM trainers and volunteers, please come at 1 PM.

  To request a Lifesavers session at your masjid, please visit https://muslimmeds.ca/cpr/

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• Annual General Meeting 2024 for Platinum Members

  • When
    29 September 2024
  •  
    8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual (Zoom)

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  We are delighted to extend a warm invitation to Platinum Members for our upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM), where we will reflect on our achievements from the past year and chart a course for the future. 

  Your presence and input are invaluable, and we would be honoured to have you with us for this important gathering.

  
  

  EVENT DETAILS

  Date: Sun Sep 29, 2024

  Time: 8 PM Eastern Time 

  Location: Online  

  We look forward to setting the stage for a successful year ahead together with you!

  REGISTRATION

  This meeting is for MMAC Platinum members only.   

  After you have registered, you will receive a dedicated unique Zoom link to join the meeting the night before the event. 
  

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• MMAC 2024 Islamic Bioethics & Medical Update Conference

  • Start
    12 October 2024
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    13 October 2024
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites, 5875 Airport Rd, Mississauga, ON L4V 1N1

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  Don't miss this exciting and unique line-up of lectures and critical conversations this Canadian Thanksgiving Weekend!

  
  

  2024 EDUCATION WEEKEND - TWO-DAY CONFERENCE

  
  

  SAT OCT 12, 2024 - DAY 1 - DYING WITH DIGNITY

  8 AM - 4 PM

  Muslim Bioethics Conference, focusing on Islamic perspectives on Dying with Dignity, tailored for healthcare professionals. 

  SUN OCT 13, 2024 - DAY 2 - MEDICAL UPDATE

  8 AM - 4 PM

  The Continuing Medical Education (CME) Medical Update Conference will explore current trends in medicine and healthcare, catering to both generalists and specialists. 

  
  

  VENUE
  

  Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites, 5875 Airport Rd, Mississauga, ON L4V 1N1

  Book your hotel room at the Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel (conference venue) at a special rate. Limited rooms available only until Sat Sep 21, 2024.

  
  

  CONFERENCE PROGRAM (TENTATIVE)

  
  

  DAY 1 - DYING WITH DIGNITY

  KEYNOTE: Unraveling Death Denial in Modern Medicine: Insights from History & Islam

  Sami S. Ahmad, MD/PhD Candidate at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

  SPECIAL LECTURES:

  Character Development and its Intricate Relationship with Islamic Bioethics

  Muslims and Palliative Care: Challenges and Strategies

  Updates on Legislation and Practical Application of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID)

  A Guided Discussion on Resuscitation in Pediatrics

  Panel Discussion - Dying with Dignity from an Islamic perspective

  
  

   DAY 2 - MEDICAL UPDATE

  KEYNOTE: Leadership in Medicine

  Dr. Khalid Azzam, Professor of Medicine, McMaster University & Physician-in-Chief, Hamilton Health Sciences

  SPECIAL LECTURES:
  

  Approach to Acute Kidney Injury

  Obesity Medicine - Updates on all the new "Wonder Drugs"

  Artificial Intelligence in Medicine

  Hookah/Shisha/Waterpipe Smoking

  Updates in Smoking Cessation

  
  

   

  REGISTRATION

  Registration includes a networking breakfast and buffet lunch each day, and an attendance certificate. 

  EARLY BIRD - ENDS SUN SEPT 22, 2024

  MMAC MEMBERS	BOTH DAYS	1 DAY
  Basic Staff Physicians	$280	$155
  Platinum Staff Physicians	$255	$130
  Resident/Fellow	$115	$65
  Student	$80	$40
  NON-MEMBERS
  Allied Health Professional	$280	$155
  Imam/Clergy		$65
  Student	$90	$50
  General Admission	$330	$180

  
  

  
  

  REGULAR - EFFECTIVE MON SEP 23, 2024

  MMAC MEMBERS	BOTH DAYS	1 DAY
  Basic Staff Physicians	$300	$175
  Platinum Staff Physicians	$275	$150
  Resident/Fellow	$125	$75
  Student	$90	$50
  NON-MEMBERS
  Allied Health Professional	$300	$175
  Imam/Clergy		$75
  Student	$100	$60
  General Admission	$350	$200

  
  

  
  

  REGISTRATION ENDS

  October 6, 2024 at 11:59 PM EST

  
  

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• 7th Annual Gala 2024 Hosted by London & Area Muslim Healthcare Professionals

  • When
    25 October 2024
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Sunningdale Golf & County Club, 465 Sunningdale Road West, London, ON

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  We are thrilled to announce our 7th Annual Gala, a prestigious evening dedicated to celebrating and empowering the Muslim healthcare community. This year’s theme, Leadership in Healthcare, will explore the pivotal role of leadership in shaping the future of healthcare and the vital contributions of Muslim healthcare professionals.

  Keynote Speaker: Dr. Khalid Azzam

  Dr. Azzam will bring a wealth of experience and insight into leadership in the healthcare sector, and we are excited to hear his inspiring address on what it means to lead with vision and integrity.

  More speakers are to be announced soon!

  Join us for an evening of networking, thought-provoking discussions, and celebration of excellence in healthcare.

  
  

  EVENT DETAILS

  Date: Fri Oct 25, 2024

  Time: 5:00 PM ET 

  Location: Sunningdale Golf & County Club, 465 Sunningdale Road West, London, ON

  
  

  REGISTRATION

  Early Bird Prices up to Sat Oct 12, 2024 at 11:59pm ET:

  - MMAC Member - Staff Physician: $45

  - MMAC Member - Resident/Fellow: $30

  - MMAC Member - Medical Student: $25

  - General Admission $50 

  - Students and IMGs :  $30

  - Residents and Allied Healthcare Professionals: $35 

  
  

  Regular Ticket Prices, Effective Sun Oct 13, 2024

  - MMAC Member - Staff Physician: $55

  - MMAC Member - Resident/Fellow: $35

  - MMAC Member - Medical Student: $30

  - General Admission: $60

  - Students & IMGs: $35

  - Residents and Allied Healthcare Professionals: $40

  
  

  Deadline to register: Wed Oct 23, 2024

   

   

   

  
  

  
  

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• MMAC - Muslim Association of Milton LifeSavers Trainer & Volunteer Sign Up

  • When
    26 October 2024
  •  
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Halton Islamic Community Centre (HICC) 4269 Regional Rd 25, Oakville, ON L6M 4E9

  Register

  
  

  Muslim Association of Milton in partnership with MMAC is excited to host the annual LifeSavers - CPR Training Event to equip our community with essential life-saving skills.

  To make this event a success, we need your help! 

  We are actively recruiting MMAC staff physicians and trainees to help teach at stations, and medical students to assist with the event.

  Why volunteers?

  • Make a real impact by empowering community with the practical knowledge to save lives
  • Develop valuable skills by enhancing your experience in training and community service.

  Trainers do NOT need to be formal ACLS-certified trainers, as this course is for bystander CPR and other skills, not for official CPR certification purposes.

  
  

  EVENT DETAILS

  Date: Sat Oct 26, 2024

  Time: 6:30-8:30 PM ET

  Location:

  Halton Islamic Community Centre (HICC)

  4269 Regional Rd 25,

  Oakville, ON L6M 4E9

  Training for all volunteers and trainers will be conducted an hour before the event starts, so please arrive on time.  

  To request a Lifesavers session at your masjid, please visit https://muslimmeds.ca/cpr/

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