Ivana Tkalčića 88
10000 Zagreb
Croatia
Michael Kuo (UK) in action
Held on the first weekend of March, this event was organised by Professor Tomislav Baudoin in the centre of Zagreb under the auspices of the Confederation of European ORL-HNS. It welcomed 100 participants from 24 countries. The event was aimed at ENT residents and young specialists who sought to improve their ORL-HNS knowledge and prepare for the national and international board exams. The faculty included professionals and experts in the field from Croatia, Slovakia, United Kingdom, Serbia, Luxembourg and Turkey.
The programme lasted two days from morning until early evening and consisted of case studies that covered current guidelines on diagnosis and management of ORL-HNS diseases, according to European standards. Participants were divided into 10 groups, in which they discussed case studies of patients with varying ENT conditions, such as nasal polyposis, allergic rhinitis, otitis media, facial nerve paralysis, thyroid cancer and dysphagia.
The key aspect of the academy was a classroom environment, where the participants had to engage in the topic, show the thought process behind diagnostics, differential diagnosis and further management of the patient, as well as ask questions and discuss their experience in clinical practice.
It was also an opportunity for the young residents and faculty to work together and share knowledge. Through these case studies, residents gained invaluable insights that will help them in their future medical practice.
Evenings provided faculty and participants with free time to explore the historical city centre and nightlife of Zagreb. The academy was concluded by a get-together party in the local pub, where everyone could relax, enjoy themselves and discuss the events of the weekend.
Overall, the event was an excellent platform for networking and sharing ideas and served as a source of inspiration and motivation for young residents pursuing their career and taking their ORL-HNS exams. We look forward to delivering the same next time!
Diana Ugorová, MD, ENT Trainee, Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Bratislava, Slovakia.
