The SA Cystic Fibrosis Association is a non-profit organisation that creates awareness and raises funds to support patients with Cystic Fibrosis. Cystic Fibrosis (CF), is an inherited genetic disease that affects a number of organs in the body, primarily the lungs and pancreas by clogging them with thick and sticky mucus.
Continue reading →The SA Dental Association represents the majority of active dentist in the private and public sectors in South Africa. The association is regarded as the voice of dentistry in Southern Africa and is the most relied on body regarding all aspects of dental practice in the region.
Continue reading →The SA Clinical Technology Association (SACTA) protects, upholds and develops the profession of Clinical Technologists in South Africa. It is recognized by the relevant authorities like the HPCSA, DOH, Medical Aid Schemes, Universities and various other regulatory bodies as the collective body for Clinical Technologists
Continue reading →Advancing South African healthcare through translational research. The mission of the SA Clinical Scientist Society is to develop the next generation of global experts and medical leaders by creating a collegial environment that harnesses research excellence.
Continue reading →The SA Clinical Neuropsychological Association (SACNA) aims to foster the development of clinical neuropsychology in South Africa. SACNA is affiliated to the International Neuropsychological Society, and to the Psychological Society of South Africa. SACNA hosts a Southern African neuropsychology conference every two years. Members pay discountted conference fees and earn CPD points for attendance.
Continue reading →The Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA) is a statutory health body established in terms of the Allied Health Professions Act, 63 of 1982 (the Act) in order to control all allied health professions, which includes AyurvedChinese Medicine and Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Naturopathy, Osteopathy, Phytotherapy, Therapeutic Aromatherapy, Therapeutic Massage Therapy, Therapeutic Reflexology and Unani-Tibb.
AHPCSA is a statutory, SAQA-recognised professional body.
They have twelve professional designations:
The Vascular Society of Southern Africa was established to fulfill the following objectives:
To aim at the improvement & advancement of the study of vascular disease in general.
To act as mouthpiece for medical & paramedical persons with an interest in vascular disease.
The advancement of knowledge & the science of vascular surgery.
To stimulate research in all aspects of vascular diseases.
Established in 1952, The South African Society of Psychiatrists is the only professional body in South Africa that protects the rights; and acts in the best interest of its members. The society aims to promote, maintain and honour the discipline of psychiatry as a medical speciality. We also aim to serve the community by providing information and guidance for those in need of professional help.
Continue reading →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:
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.
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