CSA Webinar: Early Sepsis Recognition: Saving Lives Through Timely Intervention – September 13, 2024
On September 13th, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM AST, the Caribbean Sepsis and AMR Alliance will host a must-attend virtual webinar in recognition of World Sepsis Day. Offering 1 CME credit (pending approval), this event is specifically designed for healthcare professionals who play a critical role in patient care, including physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, paramedics, first responders, pharmacists, medical students, residents, and healthcare administrators.
With the theme "Early Sepsis Recognition: Saving Lives Through Timely Intervention," the webinar emphasizes the urgent need for early detection and rapid response to sepsis. Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the body’s response to infection harms its own tissues and organs. If left untreated, it can quickly escalate to organ failure and death. However, early recognition can dramatically reduce mortality rates. This webinar will provide invaluable insights to healthcare professionals, equipping them with the tools to identify sepsis in its early stages, particularly in high-risk groups such as paediatric patients and those with community-acquired infections. Additionally, the event will cover the crucial role microbiology plays in the evidence-based management of sepsis.
The session features a lineup of expert presenters. Dr. Kanda Krishnamurthy, Paediatric Consultant at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Barbados, will address sepsis recognition in children. Dr. Aldyth Buckland, a General Practitioner from Jamaica, will offer a compelling case study on sepsis in community settings. Finally, Dr. Marquita Gittens St. Hilaire, Senior Lecturer in Microbiology at the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus, will delve into the essential role of microbiology in diagnosing sepsis. The webinar will conclude with an engaging Q&A session.
Programme:
12:00 PM - 12:05 PM: Introduction
12:05 PM - 12:20 PM: Recognition of Sepsis in Pediatric Patients – Dr. Kanda Krishnamurthy
12:20 PM - 12:35 PM: Sepsis in the Community Setting: A Case Study – Dr. Aldyth Buckland
12:35 PM - 12:50 PM: Diagnosing Sepsis: The Role of the Microbiology Laboratory – Dr. Marquita Gittens St. Hilaire
12:50 PM - 1:00 PM: Q&A Segment
Participants will have the opportunity to test their knowledge with 6-8 multiple-choice questions, ensuring the lessons are well understood and can be applied in practice. A post-webinar survey will further gather feedback on both the content and technical delivery.
This webinar is more than just a learning session—it is an opportunity to enhance your ability to save lives by recognizing the early signs of sepsis and acting quickly. Don’t miss this chance to expand your expertise in sepsis care and make a direct impact on patient survival.