AGPJ - MAJ FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER - INTERNATIONAL MEN'S DAY 2025 - MEN'S HEALTH CONFERENCE- ENDOCRINOLOGY
2025-11-23 09:00 - 15:30 UTC | ZOOM ROOM
Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica
Annual Fundraising CME Conference
In Collaboration with the Medical Association of Jamaica Foundation
📅 Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025📍 Format: Hybrid (In-Person & Online)💵 Cost: Free to register and attend • CME Certificate – J$2,000.00🎯 Theme: International Men’s Day: “Men’s Health 2025 – Endocrinology”
REGISTRATION: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ow8g7VoyQVO9xRZHtYd1DQ
CREDIT CARD: FYGARO – https://www.fygaro.com/en/pb/563421bf-2531-4aba-882b-78933c8e6344/
DIRECT BANK TRANSFER – National Commercial Bank- MATILDA’S CORNER BRANCH
Account Name: ASSOCIATION OF GENERAL PRACTITIONERS OF JAMAICA or AGPJ
J$ Current/Chequing account # 371-000-364
Please email confirmation of payment to:
Email agpjsecretary@gmail.com
To make arrangements to pay please call: Telephone:
876-386-1443; 876-946-0954 or 876-517-6636

The Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica (AGPJ) is proud to present its Annual Fundraising CME Conference, hosted in collaboration with the Medical Association of Jamaica (MAJ) Foundation. This exciting event will take place on Sunday, November 23, 2025, in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either in-person or virtually.
Anchored to the observance of International Men’s Day, this year’s conference focuses on the theme:“Men’s Health 2025 – Endocrinology.”Through expert-led presentations, case discussions, and interactive dialogue, the program will highlight critical endocrine health issues affecting men, including diabetes, metabolic syndrome, hormonal health, and mental wellbeing.
This marks the second collaborative initiative between the AGPJ and the MAJ Foundation, an effort designed not only to deliver high-quality continuing medical education but also to generate funds that support the Foundation’s charitable outreach programs across Jamaica.
Attendance and registration is free of cost, ensuring broad accessibility to the medical community. However, participants who wish to receive a CME Certificate may do so at a contribution of J$2,000.00. Proceeds from certificate contributions will go directly to supporting the impactful work of the MAJ Foundation.
The AGPJ warmly invites members, colleagues, and the wider healthcare community to join us for this day of learning, collaboration, and service, as we strengthen men’s health education and empower outreach through philanthropy.
Draft Agenda November 23, 2025

ON DEMAND - AGPJ VIRTUAL CONFERENCE - "Bridging the Gap: Integrative and Complementary Approaches in Modern Medicine" and Ethics Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM Venue: Virtual (Zoom)
2025-12-01 00:00 - 2027-10-31 23:59 | ZOOM ROOM
Agenda for AGPJ- INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE & ETHICS WEBINAR – JAN 23, 2025
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COST: J$1,500 – CLICK TO PAY FOR CERTIFICATE – https://www.fygaro.com/en/pb/9b076027-c144-4511-9413-1ffe67b141b2/
Dr. Janice Simmonds-Fisher – Presentation 1: outline:

Define Traditional Medicine, Complementary & Alternative Medicine & Integrative Medicine
Identify ways of incorporating Integrative Medicine
Provide recommendations for future developments
Questions and Answers

Dr. Denise Daley – Presentation 2 – Outline:

– Introduction
– Historical & Traditional use of herbal medicine
– Pharmacognosy & evidence-based applications of medicinal plants
– Integrating Medicinal Plants & Herbal Remedies in practice
– Future Directions, Safety and efficacy considerations of medicinal plants & remedies
– Conclusion and Q&A

Dr. Alverston Bailey – Presentation 3- Topic:
Ethical Challenges in Alternative and Complementary Medicine-An Evidenced Based Overview
ETHICS – PRE-TEST

CAM REFERENCES ETHICS
Contact us at 876-517-6636 to access event Review link and also to make payment for CE.

CME/CE: Accredited by the MCJ-NCCME – 3:00 hours including 1:00 Ethics
CME/CE: Accredited by the CCFP-NCCME – 3:00 hours, including 1:00 Ethics
CCFP-NCCME-Caribbean College of Family Physicians National Council on Continuing Medical Education
MCJ-NCCME -Medical Council of Jamaica National Council on Continuing Medical Education

AGPJ - CARIMED - Management of Heart Failure
2025-12-03 18:30 - 21:00 | The Courtleigh Hotel & Suites, Knutsford Boulevard, Kingston, Jamaica
Continuing Medical Education (CME) Activity
Title: The Management of Heart Failure
Date: December 3, 2025
Venue: The Courtleigh Hotel, Kingston, Jamaica
CME Credit Hours Requested: 1.5 Hours
AGENDA

Time
Activity
Presenter/Facilitator

6:30 – 6:35 PM
Welcome
Ms. Kimberly Mattis – Medical Representative, Cari-Med Group

6:35 – 6:40 PM
Greetings from the Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica
Dr. Aldyth Buckland – Vice President, AGPJ

6:40 – 6:45 PM
Introduction of Presenter
Ms. Kimberly Mattis – Medical Representative, Cari-Med Group

6:45 – 7:45 PM
Main Presentation: The Management of Heart Failure
Dr. Racquel Gordon – Interventional Cardiologist

7:45 – 8:30 PM
Case Presentation
Facilitated by Dr. Racquel Gordon

8:30 – 8:45 PM
Questions & Answers
All Participants

8:45 – 8:50 PM
Vote of Thanks
Mr. Scot Leslie – Medical Representative, Cari-Med Group

PROGRAMME GOALS
To provide updated, evidence-based information on the management of heart failure, focusing on current diagnostic approaches, therapeutic strategies, and patient care pathways for physicians in primary and secondary care settings.
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES
By the end of this CME activity, participants should be able to:

Discuss the pathophysiology and clinical classification of heart failure.
Identify key diagnostic criteria and relevant investigations in heart failure management.
Describe pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions for heart failure patients.
Apply evidence-based strategies to improve patient outcomes in general practice settings.

DESCRIPTION OF EDUCATIONAL METHODOLOGY
PowerPoint lecture and interactive discussion supported by a clinical case presentation, followed by a question and answer session to reinforce learning objectives and clinical application.
METHOD OF PROGRAMME EVALUATION
Evaluation will be conducted through an interactive Q&A session, as well as participant feedback forms assessing knowledge gained, relevance of content, and quality of presentation.
CREDIT HOURS PROPOSED BY CME MEDICAL ORGANIZER:
1.5 Hours CME Credit

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KIMBERLY MATTIS
Medical Representative
Pharmaceutical Sales
+1 876 927 7098‑9

AGPJ – MENTAL HEALTH AND ETHICS FOR THE HEALTH PROVIDER – PART 1:
2025-12-04
Theme:
“Navigating Mental Health and Ethical Challenges: Empowering Healthcare Providers and Caregivers for Well-being and Sustainable Practice”

AGPJ - AI Chatbots in Caribbean Healthcare: Promise, Peril, and Practicality DEC 9, 2025
2025-12-09 19:00 - 22:00 | ZOOM ROOM
COST OF CME CERTIFICATE: J$1,500 CREDIT CARD – PAY HERE
REGISTRATION AND ATTENDANCE FREE: REGISTER HERE
BANK TRANSFER:
🏦 Bank Transfer Details:
Bank: NCB – Matilda’s Corner
Account Name: Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica (AGPJ)
Account Number: 371000364
Account Type: J$ Business Current Account
📩 Email payment confirmation to: agpjsecretary@gmail.com
Need help or have questions?
📧 agpjsecretary@gmail.com
📞 876-517-6636 | 876-386-1443
Proposed Theme
“AI Chatbots in Caribbean Healthcare: Promise, Peril, and Practicality”
Evaluating the safety, accuracy, and contextual relevance of ChatGPT, Meditron, Qwen, and other emerging tools in real-world clinical settings.
Sub-Topics (Suggested Session Flow)

Introduction & Context

The rise of AI chatbots in healthcare: global overview
Why the Caribbean context is unique (health system gaps, digital access, language/cultural nuances, medico-legal frameworks)

Clinical Accuracy & Safety

How well do chatbots handle common GP presentations (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, infections)?
Risk of “hallucinations” and unsafe advice: case examples from Caribbean scenarios
Comparing performance: ChatGPT, Meditron (clinical LLM), and Qwen (multilingual AI)

Ethical & Legal Considerations

Informed consent: should patients be told when AI is involved?
Accountability: if harm occurs, who is responsible?
Data privacy and patient confidentiality under Caribbean legal frameworks

Equity & Access

Bridging health gaps: Can AI support rural/underserved communities?
Digital divide: internet access, literacy, and cost issues in the region
Risks of widening disparities if AI is unevenly available

Case-Based Panel Discussion

Interactive session: review 2–3 anonymized real-world queries tested on different chatbots
Audience + panelists evaluate accuracy, contextual fit, and potential harm/benefit

Practical Integration & Future Directions (10 min)

When (and when not) to use chatbots in practice
Potential as adjuncts for patient education, triage, CME, and administrative support
Recommendations for cautious adoption, safeguards, and local policy development

Q&A and Closing (10 min)

Target CME Learning Goals

Critically appraise the accuracy and contextual relevance of AI chatbot responses in Caribbean practice.
Recognize the ethical, legal, and privacy issues surrounding AI use in healthcare.
Explore opportunities and risks of integrating AI tools into general practice and community medicine.
Equip participants with a framework for safe, ethical, and context-aware use of AI chatbots.

Quality of Life Symposium Sunday, 25 January 2026 - EMRATES SURGICAL
2026-01-25 08:00 - 17:00
Quality of Life Symposium
Sunday, 25 January 2026

Sandoz-AGPJ Oncology: Risk Stratification, Prevention, and the Role of G-CSF in Febrile Neutropenia
2026-01-27 19:00 - 21:30 | ZOOM ROOM
Ziextenzo invitation OWI
Agenda
Meeting Title: Oncology: Risk Stratification, Prevention, and the Role of G-CSF in Febrile Neutropenia
Organizer: Association of General Practitioners of Jamaica (AGPJ)
Facilitated by: Sandoz
Format: Hybrid Meeting (AC Marriott Hotel, Kingston / Virtual) RSVP Physical Attendance at: 876-564-0920
FREE CME Credit: 1 Hour
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0TShRJ7_RPWmSAg3BubmCg#/registration

Time
Activity / Description
Presenter / Facilitator
Duration

7:00 pm – 7:10 pm
Welcome / Opening Remarks
Event Host / Chairperson
10 mins

7:10 pm – 7:15 pm
Prayer
Invited Participant
5 mins

7:15 pm – 8:15 pm
Clinical Presentation: Febrile Neutropenia – Risk Stratification, Prevention, and the Role of G-CSF Prophylaxis
Dr. Fernando Rojas
60 mins

8:15 pm – 8:25 pm
Sponsor Product Spotlight (non‑CME)
Sandoz Representative
10 mins

8:25 pm – 8:40 pm
Question & Answer Session
Moderator
15 mins

8:40 pm – 8:45 pm
Vote of Thanks
Event Host
5 mins

8:45 pm onward
Dinner / Networking
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Programme Goal
To enhance the knowledge and competence of healthcare professionals in managing chemotherapy-induced neutropenia through evidence-based approaches to risk stratification, prevention, and the use of granulocyte colony-stimulating factors (G-CSFs). The session aims to strengthen clinical judgment, promote patient safety, and encourage multidisciplinary collaboration in supportive oncology care.
Programme Objectives
By the end of the activity, participants should be able to:

Understand the Clinical Rationale

Describe the therapeutic role and mechanism of action of long-acting G-CSFs in oncology.
Explain their relevance in preventing chemotherapy-induced febrile neutropenia and improving treatment continuity.

Review the Evidence Base

Summarize current clinical data supporting the efficacy and safety of long-acting G-CSFs.
Discuss comparative outcomes with other supportive care modalities.

Apply Evidence to Practice

Identify appropriate patient populations for G-CSF prophylaxis.
Incorporate guideline-based strategies to optimize timing and use.

Promote Pharmacovigilance and Patient Safety

Recognize potential adverse effects and implement appropriate monitoring and reporting procedures.
Reinforce the importance of pharmacovigilance in clinical practice.

Foster Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Encourage coordinated care among oncologists, general practitioners, pharmacists, and oncology nurses to enhance patient outcomes.

Educational Methodology

Didactic presentation with visual aids and data slides
Evidence-based discussion led by subject-matter expert
Question and answer session for clarification and practical application
Case-based discussion highlighting real-world scenarios in supportive oncology care

Method of Programme Evaluation

Participant Feedback Form: to assess relevance, content quality, and presentation clarity
Post-Session Questionnaire: to measure knowledge gained and self-reported changes in competence
Attendance Register: to verify participant engagement for CME credit certification

CME Credit Requested

1 CME Credit

CCFP ISN WORLD DIABETES DAY VIRTUAL SEMINAR – DIABETES & NEPHROLOGY
2026-01-29 19:00 - 21:00
TIME: 7 PM
