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Venue Location
Venue Location

Radisson Blu Mosi-Oa-Tunya Hotel

Mosi - Oa - Tunya Road
Livingstone, Southern Province, Zambia

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Organizer
Organizer
Organizer:
Phone: +260 979742202
Contact Person: David Hageltorn
Email: secretariat@bmsz.org
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Ethical Compliance
Ethical Compliance

The BMSZ2024 Conference has successfully undergone the rigorous assessment of the Conference Vetting System (CVS) and has been officially marked as compliant (Ref: EMT41527). The CVS, an independently managed system, evaluates third-party educational events against the MedTech Europe and Mecomed Codes of Ethical Business Practice. The compliance status underscores our unwavering commitment to excellence, transparency, and adherence to the highest ethical standards as we interact with our sponsors, partners and delegates. See vetting results.​

President's Welcome
President's Welcome

Dear Colleagues and Esteemed Guests,


With immense joy and anticipation, the Biomedical Society of Zambia (BMSZ) welcomes you to this year's conference themed "Strengthening Laboratory Systems: Resilience, Innovation, and Partnerships." Robust and adaptable laboratory systems are more critical than ever in a world grappling with emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, climate change, and evolving healthcare needs. The theme resonates deeply with our times as we recognize laboratory systems' pivotal role in advancing healthcare amidst rapid change and unprecedented challenges.


We can't rely on once-off successes. The question is: How can we build resilience into our laboratory systems, ensuring they can rise to any clinical need and public health threat in the distant future? The need to forge strategic partnerships and embrace innovative approaches has never been more critical. This conference provides an invaluable platform for exchanging ideas, sharing best practices, networking, and fostering collaborations that will propel our profession forward and positively contribute to the world, aligning perfectly with BMSZ's shared vision "to be an impactful laboratory voice for a healthier world."


Our annual scientific conferences are pivotal events that unite local and international experts, senior government officials, regulators, industry leaders, and training institutions to address critical issues in laboratory medicine. We are genuinely excited about the discussions, presentations, and interactions that will unfold at this conference. We believe they will inspire all of us to push the boundaries of what's possible in laboratory systems and networks.


We are also thrilled to share that our invited speakers have been meticulously chosen to ensure that we all remain at the forefront of the biomedical field, equipped with knowledge about the latest advancements in our prestigious profession. This carefully curated selection of experts will help us all stay ahead of the curve in our rapidly evolving field.


To our sponsors and partners, thank you for your unwavering dedication and commitment to the Biomedical Society of Zambia's work. You are living examples of the partnerships that are essential for any meaningful human advancement.

 

We eagerly anticipate an enriching conference experience for all of us! Welcome to BMSZ2024!


Regards,

Mutale Mubanga

President | Biomedical Society of Zambia

Agenda
Agenda

  • Day 1

    December 3, 2024

  • Day 2

    December 4, 2024

  • Day 3

    December 5, 2024

  • Day 4

    December 6, 2024

Featured Speakers
Featured Speakers

  • Zaza Ndhlovu (Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School, USA, South Africa.)

    Zaza Ndhlovu

    Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School, USA, South Africa.

  • Lucy A. Perrone, PhD, MSPH (Donald B. Rix Professor of Laboratory Quality at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada)

    Lucy A. Perrone, PhD, MSPH

    Donald B. Rix Professor of Laboratory Quality at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada

  • Roa Harb, MD. (Consultant, Clinical Chemistry at National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland, USA.)

    Roa Harb, MD.

    Consultant, Clinical Chemistry at National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland, USA.

  • Mweemba Muvwimi, MSc, BSc. (Assistant Director - Pathology and Laboratory Services of Ministry of Health, Zambia)

    Mweemba Muvwimi, MSc, BSc.

    Assistant Director - Pathology and Laboratory Services of Ministry of Health, Zambia

  • Wes Kim, PhD. (Director of Global Public Health Programs at American Society for Microbiology, USA.)

    Wes Kim, PhD.

    Director of Global Public Health Programs at American Society for Microbiology, USA.

  • Anthony Okorodudu, PhD, DABCC, FADLM (Professor, Director, of Clinical Chemistry Division, University of Texas Medical Branch, USA)

    Anthony Okorodudu, PhD, DABCC, FADLM

    Professor, Director, of Clinical Chemistry Division, University of Texas Medical Branch, USA

  • Mabel Charles-Davies (Associate Professor at University of Ibadan, Endocrinology Unit, Nigeria)

    Mabel Charles-Davies

    Associate Professor at University of Ibadan, Endocrinology Unit, Nigeria

  • Donewell Bangure, MSc (Epidemiologist | Laboratory Systems Expert at Africa CDC, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia)

    Donewell Bangure, MSc

    Epidemiologist | Laboratory Systems Expert at Africa CDC, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

  • Eugene C. Bwalya, PhD, MSc, BVM. (Researcher and Snr Lecturer at University of Zambia School of Veterinary Medicine.)

    Eugene C. Bwalya, PhD, MSc, BVM.

    Researcher and Snr Lecturer at University of Zambia School of Veterinary Medicine.

  • Njeleka Banda Chabala (Laboratory Scientist at CDC Zambia)

    Njeleka Banda Chabala

    Laboratory Scientist at CDC Zambia

  • Dr Alexander Chota

    Dr Alexander Chota

  • Refilwe Kotane (Therapeutic Area Manager, Europe, Middle East and Africa at Abbott Rapid Diagnostics)

    Refilwe Kotane

    Therapeutic Area Manager, Europe, Middle East and Africa at Abbott Rapid Diagnostics

  • Geoffrey Kwenda, PhD, MSc, BSc. (Associate Professor of Medical Microbiology at The University of Zambia School of Health Sciences.)

    Geoffrey Kwenda, PhD, MSc, BSc.

    Associate Professor of Medical Microbiology at The University of Zambia School of Health Sciences.

  • Talkmore Maruta, PhD, MPH, MBA (Director of Programmes at African Society for Laboratory Medicine)

    Talkmore Maruta, PhD, MPH, MBA

    Director of Programmes at African Society for Laboratory Medicine

  • Sepiso K. Masenga, PhD, MSc, BSc. (Associate Professor at Mulungushi University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Zambia)

    Sepiso K. Masenga, PhD, MSc, BSc.

    Associate Professor at Mulungushi University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Zambia

  • Nyambura Moremi, PhD, MD (Director of National Public Health Laboratory, Tanzania.)

    Nyambura Moremi, PhD, MD

    Director of National Public Health Laboratory, Tanzania.

  • Mutale Mubanga (President at Biomedical Society of Zambia)

    Mutale Mubanga

    President at Biomedical Society of Zambia

  • Mwendabai Mulasikwanda, MSc, BSc. (National EQA Advisor at Pathology and Laboratory Services, Ministry of Health)

    Mwendabai Mulasikwanda, MSc, BSc.

    National EQA Advisor at Pathology and Laboratory Services, Ministry of Health

  • Sody Munsaka, PhD (Associate Professor at University of Zambia School of Health Sciences)

    Sody Munsaka, PhD

    Associate Professor at University of Zambia School of Health Sciences

  • Vernon Musale (Laboratory Manager at Center for Family Health Research in Zambia)

    Vernon Musale

    Laboratory Manager at Center for Family Health Research in Zambia

  • Dean Ntutuma (QMS Mentor at Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute)

    Dean Ntutuma

    QMS Mentor at Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute

  • Olajumoke Oladipo (Associate Professor at Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center, USA)

    Olajumoke Oladipo

    Associate Professor at Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center, USA

  • Michelo Simuyandi (Researcher at Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ))

    Michelo Simuyandi

    Researcher at Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ)

Partners
Partners
Registration
Registration

Register to secure a spot at BMSZ2024."

BMSZ MEMBER (Sold Out)

This ticket is for delegates whose membership for BMSZ is up to date.

ZMW3,000

INTERNATIONAL DELEGATE

Select this ticket if registering an international delegate.

$400

NON-MEMBER (LOCAL)

This ticket is for delegates who are not members of BMSZ but are working for an organisation in Zambia.

ZMW3,500

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STRATEGIC SPONSOR

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Fond memories
Fond memories

Watch last year's BMSZ2023 highlights​ here...