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Opening Ceremony

Opening Ceremony & John Conley, MD Lecture on Medical Ethics - Kelvin M. Kong, MBBS BSc, FRACS, MD

Saturday, September 28, 2024
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM EDT
Location: MBCC, Grand Ballroom AB
CME/MOC Credit: 1
Disclosure(s):
Kelvin M. Kong, MBBS BSc, FRACS, MD:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

In this session, Australia's first Aboriginal surgeon will examine the issues of ear disease among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Drawing from personal experiences, Dr. Kong will offer valuable insights into the challenges of managing this common health issue and the dichotomy of ear disease in Australia. Through an Aboriginal lens, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the cultural, social, and systemic factors contributing to the prevalence of ear disease. The lecture will also provide an outlook on potential solutions and strategies for addressing this pressing issue.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand the complex interplay of socioeconomic factors, cultural nuances, and healthcare access contributing to the high prevalence of ear disease in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
  2. Gain valuable insight into the unique challenges facing healthcare professionals in Australia in diagnosing, treating, and managing ear disease within these communities, including cultural sensitivities and historical trauma.
  3. Explore promising interventions and initiatives aimed at improving ear health outcomes and fostering community-led solutions, highlighting the importance of culturally competent healthcare delivery and holistic approaches to wellness.

    Keynote Speaker(s)

  • Kelvin M. Kong, MBBS BSc, FRACS, MD

    Pediatric & Adult Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgeon
    John Hunter Children's Hospital
    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia

    Disclosure(s):

    faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.