Society for Endocrinology, Metabolism & Diabetes of South Africa (SEMDSA)
Furthering the scientific studies and clinical practices of all branches of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes.
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Society of Hearing Aid Acousticians of South Africa (SHAA)
The main objective for which the society was established, is generally to develop and further the interests of the hearing aid profession in South Africa and elsewhere, in any manner that appears desirable. The Society has the following objectives
Continue reading →Society of Medical Laboratory Technology of South Africa (SMLTSA)
The Society of Medical Laboratory Technology of South Africa (SMLTSA) was founded in 1951 after the amalgamation of the Natal, Southern Transvaal and Cape Societies.
Its purpose is to promote and regulate the profession of Medical Technology in South Africa.
Neurological Association of South Africa (NASA)
The Neurological Association of South Africa (NASA) is the professional body responsible for representing and protecting the interests of neurologists in the country whilst also building a network of likeminded people who are encouraged to use the platform to express both industry and practice related concerns.
Continue reading →Nursing Education Association (NEA)
Educators fulfil an essential role in providing a workforce for health by teaching specialist application of knowledge, skills and attributes to re-engineer healthcare delivery to meet the unique needs of individuals, families and communities. NEA’s role is to generate the energy, innovation and flow of ideas to strengthen nurse educators in this important role. This is what directs the organisation and its members. The mission statement of NEA is to support a community of nurses who deliver quality nursing education in addressing the health needs of the people of the country through:
scholarship of teaching and learning- stakeholder engagement
- quality nursing education for practice and
- visionary leadership.
Medical Device & Diagnostic Innovation Cluster (MeDDIC)
The Medical Device and Diagnostic Innovation Cluster (MeDDIC) is a national initiative created to exploit a high concentration of skills, expertise, infrastructure and companies across South Africa within the medical devices field. The initiative, supported by the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) and the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), is aimed at stimulating and intensifying technology innovation within the sector as well as encouraging an integrated ecosystem in support of increasing the competitiveness of the industry. It is hosted by the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) under the Global Health Innovation Accelerator (GHIA) program.
Continue reading →Medical Advisors’ Group (MAG)
The Medical Advisors Group (MAG) is an association of medical advisors and other professionals in the South African healthcare funding industry – medical schemes, administrators and managed healthcare. MAG provides a supporting framework for medical advisors and the promotion of sustainable, equitable funding in the context of evidence-based cost-effective healthcare.
Continue reading →Mine Medical Professionals Association (MMPA)
The aim and objectives of the Association are: To study, discuss and to bring to the attention of its members any matters of medical and general interest pertaining to the mining industry. Continuing medical education is encouraged as well as fostering a friendly relationship of exchange of views among members and with other organisations connected with the mining industry.
By arranging meetings, seminars, symposiums and other networking opportunities for its members MMPA fulfills its purpose of promoting and discussing important matters relating to the medical field in mining.
Continue reading →Islamic Medical Association of South Africa (IMASA)
IMA South Africa not only provides health and medical care to those who cannot afford it but they serve as a representative body of Muslim Doctors and allied health professionals at various levels. They are committed to bringing about change through constant interaction. Our membership consists of over 1500 medical and allied health professionals.
Continue reading →Generic and Biosimilar Medicines of Southern Africa (GBMSA)
Now rebranded as Generic and Biosimilar Medicines of Southern Africa (GBM), the National Association of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers (NAPM) was established in 1977 as a Section 21 Trade Association. It is a voluntary, non-profit organisation whose members are South African and International Generics based Pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors. The NAPM/GBM has a diverse membership comprising of manufacturing, importing and regulatory companies. Part of the NAPM/GBM’s function is to ensure that the sector plays a constructive role in our country’s economic growth, development and transformation and thereby create an environment in which the sector can thrive, expand, be competitive and enhance access of medicines to all of our country’s citizens.
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