Celebrate the 2024 Global Clinical Engineering Week
Join us in recognizing the vital role of clinical engineers in healthcare innovation and safety worldwide.
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CED Events for the Clinical Engineering Week
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From September 16 to October 25, 2024
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CE Hackathon
This is your opportunity to collaborate, brainstorm, and develop cutting-edge solutions that can make a tangible impact on patient care and safety. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an aspiring engineer, your ideas and skills are essential in driving the future of clinical engineering. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of a transformative experience—let’s innovate together!
October 14, 2024
It will be a 48-Hour event
The future of Clinical Engineering Education
As the healthcare landscape rapidly evolves, clinical engineering stands at a crucial crossroads where education must adapt to new challenges and opportunities. This webinar will explore innovative strategies shaping the education of clinical engineers. With advancements in technology and the complexity of healthcare systems, it’s vital to reassess how we prepare future professionals in this essential field.
October 18, 2024
9AM – 10AM CST
Empowering Healthcare Worldwide: The Impact of Clinical Engineers on Global Initiatives
The panel highlights the vital role of clinical engineers in shaping global healthcare systems. As key players in medical technology management, they ensure healthcare facilities are equipped with the latest technologies for safe and effective patient care. This panel will explore how their expertise enhances healthcare delivery and tackles critical challenges across diverse settings.
October 21, 2024
8AM – 9AM CST
WICE Book of Stories Presentation
The presentation of “Women in Clinical Engineering” aims to shed light on the pivotal role that women play in the field of clinical engineering. This book serves as a comprehensive collection of stories, experiences, and insights from female professionals who have made significant contributions to healthcare technology and innovation.
October 23, 2024
Time TBD
The Escape Room for Clinical Engineering
Welcome to the Clinical Engineers Escape Room! Challenge your problem-solving skills and teamwork as you tackle puzzles based on real-world clinical engineering scenarios. Collaborate with colleagues to enhance your understanding of medical technology while enjoying a unique blend of fun and professional development!
Opens October 23, 2024
Closes November 13, 2024
Detailed Live Events Schedule
Webinar on CE Education
5 min
Welcome and Introduction
40 min
Presentations
- Insights on the skills needed for future clinical engineers:
- The role of continuing education, and
- How academic institutions can adapt their curricula to meet industry demands.
10 min
Interactive Q&A Session
5 min
Closing remarks
CE Impact in Global Initiatives
5 min
Welcome and Introduction
15 min
Panel Discussion Segment 1: The Role of Clinical Engineers in Global Health
15 min
Panel Discussion Segment 2: Challenges and Solutions
10 min
Interactive Q&A Session
10 min
Panel Discussion Segment 3: Future Directions and Innovations
5 min
Closing remarks
WICE Stories Book
5 min
Welcome and Introduction
3 min
Words from CED, the WICE Project
15 min
Words from the We Wom Engineers
15 min
Words from the IUPESM-IFMBE
15 min
Reading our Stories
7 min
Q&A and Closing Remarks
Meet our GCEW Distinguished Speakers
Ramiro Barreiro - Argentina
Head of the Biomedicine Program of the Ministry of Public Health of Salta
The future of Clinical Engineering Education
18th October 2024, 9AM – 10AM CST
Francine Umutesi - Rwanda
Director of Clinical Engineering, Global Health Institute EDITAR
The future of Clinical Engineering Education
18th October 2024, 9AM – 10AM CST
MarieAnge Janvier - Canada
Adjunct Research Professor at Carleton University and at the University of Ottawa.
The future of Clinical Engineering Education
18th October 2024, 9AM – 10AM CST
James Wear - USA
Ph.D., CCE, CHSP, FASHE, FAIMBE, FACCE, FAIC
The future of Clinical Engineering Education
18th October 2024, 9AM – 10AM CST
Manish Kholi - USA
Founder and President - Pul Alliance for Digital Health and Equity
Empowering Healthcare Worldwide: The Impact of Clinical Engineers on Global Initiatives
21st October 2024, 9AM – 10AM CST
Jitendra Sharma - India
Managing director and Founder CEO of the AMTZ, Asia´s first medical services manufacturing park
Empowering Healthcare Worldwide: The Impact of Clinical Engineers on Global Initiatives
21st October 2024, 9AM – 10AM CST
Manuela Appendino - Italy
President We Wom Engineers ETS / EAMBES Councillor (gender equity- minorities - career)
The WICE Project: Book of Stories
23rd October 2024, TBD
Ratko Magjarević - Croatia
Professor University of Zagreb, IFMBE President
The WICE Project: Book of Stories
23rd October 2024, TBD
Join Us for an Exciting Week!
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