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11th Armenian Medical World Congress Exceeds Expectations
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Tuesday, December 31st, 2013
Professor Derenik Dumanyan, Minister of Health, Republic of Armenia,
Minister Zoya Lazaryan, Minister of Health Nagorno Karabakh Republic
at the Opening Ceremony of the 11th Armenian Medical World Congress
The 11th Armenian Medical World Congress (AMWC) was an undeniable
success, taking place in Los Angeles from July 3 through July 6, 2013.
The Congress held true to its theme of `Uniting for a Healthy Future,'
bringing together healthcare professionals and dignitaries from 16
nations around the world.
The first day began with an inspirational opening ceremony featuring
remarks from Vicken Sepilian, MD, FACOG, Chairman of the 11th AMWC and
President of the Armenian American Medical Society (AAMS) along with
the Ministers of Health Derenik Dumanyan, MD, PhD, DSc, from Armenia,
and Zoya Lazaryan from the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic (NKR). The three
flags of the United States, Armenia and the NKR were proudly
displayed. A prayer was given to bless the gathering followed by a
symbolic bang of the gavel officially beginning the Congress.
Dr. Serineh Melidonian Co-Chair of the Innovations in Science Plenary Session
`I have attended most of the World Congresses and this year's was by
far the most successful,' says Derenik Dumanyan, MD, PhD, DSc,
Minister of Health of the Republic of Armenia. `The scientific
presentations were very interesting and it was nice to see so many
younger physicians involved. The theme of `Uniting for a Healthy
Future' was realized by all the attendees.'
`By coming together at this Congress, important collaborations were
made between the NKR and Armenia,' remarks Zoya Lazaryan, Minister of
Health of the NKR. `I am looking forward to implementing these vital
projects that we discussed.'
The Scientific Sessions embarked on a journey tackling the most
serious medical conditions in Armenia and the world facing all
healthcare professionals in attendance including heart disease,
stroke, cancer and infectious diseases. Throughout the four day
Congress, over 200 lecturers shared their vast medical and scientific
knowledge and experience during the plenary sessions and daily
breakout sessions.
`The sessions were relevant and very helpful and I have heard nothing
but praise from all who attended the Congress,' says Ara Babloyan, MD,
PhD, DSc, National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia. `The
presenters were well prepared and the sessions were well attended.
Congratulations on both a successful and memorable Armenian Medical
World Congress. You have set a new standard.'
Dr. Manuel Momjian Co-Chair of the Innovations in Medicine:
Breakthroughs and Promises of Novel Therapies in the Management of
Heart Disease and Stroke Plenary Session
Innovations in medicine and science were discussed including cardiac
stem cell and gene therapies and symbiotic bacteria and their positive
effects on maintaining and restoring health. Another importantly
debated subject was healthcare policy and medical education in Armenia
and the Diaspora and how best to use resources more effectively. Also
a mini-symposium on pharmacology was featured. The final Scientific
Session confronted the global paradox and burden of overconsumption
and undernutrition and the negative effects of diabetes and obesity.
`Having attended the 11th AMWC held in Los Angeles, we must say how
impressed we all are,' states Mikayel Narimanyan, MD, PhD, Rector of
Yerevan State Medical University. `The Congress was at its height with
regard to organization, and it can serve as an example of wonderful
management, indeed. Moreover, the lectures designed for the Congress
participants were brilliantly organized in terms of content and
delivery.'
During the Congress, many exciting social events were offered to
attendees for their enjoyment. On the first evening, a Welcome
Reception featuring dining, cocktails and networking was held at the
historic Grauman's Egyptian Theatre Courtyard in Hollywood with over
400 people in attendance.
Dr. Aram Chobanian speaking on `Boston University / Yerevan Medical
State University Collaborations in Medical Education'
The next night, on the 4th of July, over 200 attendees and their
families witnessed a fireworks spectacular at the stunning Hollywood
Bowl with the musical entertainment of Josh Groban. Friday night
presented a special opportunity with two alumni reunion receptions.
This was the first reunion for alumni from Yerevan State Medical
University. Alumni from the American University of Beirut reunited in
the Panorama Suite of the Loews Hollywood Hotel. During their
reception, Dr. Ara Tekian mesmerized a crowd of fellow alumni with his
piano playing talents and reminisced by singing traditional songs from
Armenia.
On Saturday, the World Congress culminated with closing remarks
echoing the overwhelming positive sentiments from the Ministers, Deans
of Medical Schools and all the attendees. Saturday evening, everyone
gathered to celebrate at the elegant Hollywood red carpet themed World
Congress Ball held at the famous Ray Dolby Ballroom. Guests were
greeted with palette tantalizing hors d'ouerves while being serenaded
with familiar Hollywood tunes sung by a glamorous songstress seated on
a silver gilded moon suspended in mid-air. A world-class dining
experience was had by all and was specially prepared by Celebrity Chef
Wolfgang Puck. Guests also danced the night away to the rhythmic
sounds of the Cheerz Band by Ara Dabandjian.
Dr. Vicken Sepilian, current 11th AMWC Chairman with former AMWC
Chairmen: Dr. Lawrence Najarian, Dr. Jean-Pierre Basmadjian, Dr. Jerry
Manoukian and Dr. Avedis Bogosyan
Proceeds from the World Congress Ball benefitted two important
projects of the AAMS - the Juvenile Diabetes Program and the Pediatric
Epilepsy Program. Both programs provide vital medical treatment,
supplies and education to children of Armenia suffering from these
life-altering illnesses.
There was a brief video presentation highlighting the programs, along
with an inspirational video on the making of the Congress. Two
surprises topped off the evening. First, Dr. Sepilian was presented
with the Outstanding Achievement Award for his extraordinary service
and dedication to the AAMS. Secondly, as a result of the synergy
created during the Congress and the strong new relationships built, it
was announced that a donation of medical equipment valued at $1
million had been made in support of the AAMS.
`This World Congress was a re-energizing experience for the entire
Armenian medical world community,' states Dr. Sepilian. `The carefully
planned sessions, generated stimulating and fruitful discussions
leaving the congress participants from all over the world with
positive and optimistic sentiments towards a healthy and prosperous
future.'
http://asbarez.com/117857/11th-armenian-medical-world-congress-exceeds-expectations/
Tuesday, December 31st, 2013
Professor Derenik Dumanyan, Minister of Health, Republic of Armenia,
Minister Zoya Lazaryan, Minister of Health Nagorno Karabakh Republic
at the Opening Ceremony of the 11th Armenian Medical World Congress
The 11th Armenian Medical World Congress (AMWC) was an undeniable
success, taking place in Los Angeles from July 3 through July 6, 2013.
The Congress held true to its theme of `Uniting for a Healthy Future,'
bringing together healthcare professionals and dignitaries from 16
nations around the world.
The first day began with an inspirational opening ceremony featuring
remarks from Vicken Sepilian, MD, FACOG, Chairman of the 11th AMWC and
President of the Armenian American Medical Society (AAMS) along with
the Ministers of Health Derenik Dumanyan, MD, PhD, DSc, from Armenia,
and Zoya Lazaryan from the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic (NKR). The three
flags of the United States, Armenia and the NKR were proudly
displayed. A prayer was given to bless the gathering followed by a
symbolic bang of the gavel officially beginning the Congress.
Dr. Serineh Melidonian Co-Chair of the Innovations in Science Plenary Session
`I have attended most of the World Congresses and this year's was by
far the most successful,' says Derenik Dumanyan, MD, PhD, DSc,
Minister of Health of the Republic of Armenia. `The scientific
presentations were very interesting and it was nice to see so many
younger physicians involved. The theme of `Uniting for a Healthy
Future' was realized by all the attendees.'
`By coming together at this Congress, important collaborations were
made between the NKR and Armenia,' remarks Zoya Lazaryan, Minister of
Health of the NKR. `I am looking forward to implementing these vital
projects that we discussed.'
The Scientific Sessions embarked on a journey tackling the most
serious medical conditions in Armenia and the world facing all
healthcare professionals in attendance including heart disease,
stroke, cancer and infectious diseases. Throughout the four day
Congress, over 200 lecturers shared their vast medical and scientific
knowledge and experience during the plenary sessions and daily
breakout sessions.
`The sessions were relevant and very helpful and I have heard nothing
but praise from all who attended the Congress,' says Ara Babloyan, MD,
PhD, DSc, National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia. `The
presenters were well prepared and the sessions were well attended.
Congratulations on both a successful and memorable Armenian Medical
World Congress. You have set a new standard.'
Dr. Manuel Momjian Co-Chair of the Innovations in Medicine:
Breakthroughs and Promises of Novel Therapies in the Management of
Heart Disease and Stroke Plenary Session
Innovations in medicine and science were discussed including cardiac
stem cell and gene therapies and symbiotic bacteria and their positive
effects on maintaining and restoring health. Another importantly
debated subject was healthcare policy and medical education in Armenia
and the Diaspora and how best to use resources more effectively. Also
a mini-symposium on pharmacology was featured. The final Scientific
Session confronted the global paradox and burden of overconsumption
and undernutrition and the negative effects of diabetes and obesity.
`Having attended the 11th AMWC held in Los Angeles, we must say how
impressed we all are,' states Mikayel Narimanyan, MD, PhD, Rector of
Yerevan State Medical University. `The Congress was at its height with
regard to organization, and it can serve as an example of wonderful
management, indeed. Moreover, the lectures designed for the Congress
participants were brilliantly organized in terms of content and
delivery.'
During the Congress, many exciting social events were offered to
attendees for their enjoyment. On the first evening, a Welcome
Reception featuring dining, cocktails and networking was held at the
historic Grauman's Egyptian Theatre Courtyard in Hollywood with over
400 people in attendance.
Dr. Aram Chobanian speaking on `Boston University / Yerevan Medical
State University Collaborations in Medical Education'
The next night, on the 4th of July, over 200 attendees and their
families witnessed a fireworks spectacular at the stunning Hollywood
Bowl with the musical entertainment of Josh Groban. Friday night
presented a special opportunity with two alumni reunion receptions.
This was the first reunion for alumni from Yerevan State Medical
University. Alumni from the American University of Beirut reunited in
the Panorama Suite of the Loews Hollywood Hotel. During their
reception, Dr. Ara Tekian mesmerized a crowd of fellow alumni with his
piano playing talents and reminisced by singing traditional songs from
Armenia.
On Saturday, the World Congress culminated with closing remarks
echoing the overwhelming positive sentiments from the Ministers, Deans
of Medical Schools and all the attendees. Saturday evening, everyone
gathered to celebrate at the elegant Hollywood red carpet themed World
Congress Ball held at the famous Ray Dolby Ballroom. Guests were
greeted with palette tantalizing hors d'ouerves while being serenaded
with familiar Hollywood tunes sung by a glamorous songstress seated on
a silver gilded moon suspended in mid-air. A world-class dining
experience was had by all and was specially prepared by Celebrity Chef
Wolfgang Puck. Guests also danced the night away to the rhythmic
sounds of the Cheerz Band by Ara Dabandjian.
Dr. Vicken Sepilian, current 11th AMWC Chairman with former AMWC
Chairmen: Dr. Lawrence Najarian, Dr. Jean-Pierre Basmadjian, Dr. Jerry
Manoukian and Dr. Avedis Bogosyan
Proceeds from the World Congress Ball benefitted two important
projects of the AAMS - the Juvenile Diabetes Program and the Pediatric
Epilepsy Program. Both programs provide vital medical treatment,
supplies and education to children of Armenia suffering from these
life-altering illnesses.
There was a brief video presentation highlighting the programs, along
with an inspirational video on the making of the Congress. Two
surprises topped off the evening. First, Dr. Sepilian was presented
with the Outstanding Achievement Award for his extraordinary service
and dedication to the AAMS. Secondly, as a result of the synergy
created during the Congress and the strong new relationships built, it
was announced that a donation of medical equipment valued at $1
million had been made in support of the AAMS.
`This World Congress was a re-energizing experience for the entire
Armenian medical world community,' states Dr. Sepilian. `The carefully
planned sessions, generated stimulating and fruitful discussions
leaving the congress participants from all over the world with
positive and optimistic sentiments towards a healthy and prosperous
future.'