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AMLSN 2023 Call for Authors/Reviewers

AMLSN eLearning implementing team is calling for applications from subject experts for appointment as course authors/reviewers for Year 2023 courses in the following topics:

  • Blood Donor Recruitment and Selection Criteria
  • Genome and Genomics in Paternity Dispute
  • Emotional Intelligence (Practitioner & Client’s Relationship)
  • Leadership and Management of Conflicts

Requirements:
• Minimum of HND/Bsc/BMLS., MSc./Professional Qualification (AMLSCN, FMLSCN etc); a PhD is an advantage but not required
• Demonstrable excellence in area of specialization
• Experienced in delivering training for adults in resource constrained environments
• Experienced in developing competency based curriculum or eLearning courses
• Experienced in conducting and synthesizing research
• Ability to devote a minimum of two hours per week to course development until published
• Experienced in using IT, Graphics/Multimedia tools and social media
• Must be in good financial standing with the Association (for MLS)

Available to attend a 2-3 days course authors’ training (possibly from 17th of May 2023)

Mode of Application
• Interested Applicants should prepare the following for input on the data sheet:

1. Cover letter indicating interest in one of the topics above.
2. A brief description of understanding of your chosen topic.
3. At least three learning objectives to be achieved in undertaking the course.

• Proceed to fill the applicant data sheet here(link is external) or visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/amlsn2023courses or scan the code below

NOTE: Failure to follow this procedure will lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application submissions close 25th April 2023

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AMLSN COMMUNIQUE PRESENTED AT THE END OF THE 206TH NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING, HELD ON THE 14TH JANUARY, 2023 AT VINPY EVENT CENTER, UYO, AKWA IBOM STATE.

Protocol!

We want to first and foremost thank Mr President and Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces of Nigeria for the relative gains made in the areas of infrastructure and security. We believe that it is the genuine intention of Mr President to bequeath a better health sector than he met it and we are ready to offer useful suggestions, feedback and agitations towards this end.

OBSERVATIONS/SUGGESTIONS

Healthcare Financing in Nigeria

NEC observed with dismay the continuous underfunding of the health sector in Nigeria as reflected in paltry budgetary allocation spanning about two decades now. Nigeria’s health budget has continued to fall short of the recommendations of the Abuja Declaration by the African Union. It would be recalled that African heads of states met in Abuja in 2001 to review the health system in the region and were blown apart by the deficit in infrastructure, training and technological assimilation in the system. To address this, they declared that member nations were to forthwith commit not less than 15% of their annual budgets to the health sector. Unfortunately, Nigeria has continued to falter with health budgets oscillating between 5-8% of the total budget. NEC therefore, charges the exiting and incoming governments to change the status quo.

Emergency Response Preparedness

NEC calls on governments at all levels to pay special attention to public health emergencies, non-communicable diseases, sanitation, cancer awareness, procurement of laboratory, medical and dental infrastructure. The recently reported Lassa fever cases in Irrua Specialist Hospital is again, a sad reminder that we are not yet out of the woods.

Hospital Administration

NEC calls on the National Assembly to expedite the passage of the Bill for an Act to amend the University Teaching Hospitals (Reconstitution of Boards etc) Act Cap U15 LFN 2004” sponsored by one Honourable Bamidele Salami. It is the believe of NEC and Nigerians as a whole that when passed, the bill will address all discriminatory tendencies, promote all inclusiveness, help Nigeria’s healthcare delivery thrive positively, benefit the average Nigerian patients instead of a professional group, improve the poor infrastructure that currently define our Tertiary Hospitals, mitigate improve skilled manpower shortage caused by brain drain, and enhance more participation as more professionals will have a better enabling environment to train and practice.

MLS Curriculum and Standard

AMLSN as a major stakeholder in MLS education calls on the National Universities Commission (NUC) to provide a minimum of 4 months for holistic review of the B.MLS curriculum in the recently released Core Curriculum and Minimum Accreditation Standard (CCMAS) for universities. The gaps and errors identified in the B.MLS curriculum areso pronounced that the 30% window can not address. While the efforts of NUC is appreciated, the NEC believes the curriculum must be robust enough to reflect the dynamism in Medical Laboratory practice and evolution; within the medical laboratory diagnostic ecosystem, so that our graduates can remain globally marketable. We also want to call on all private and public laboratories to key into Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) accreditation programs for laboratories across the country.

Medical Tourism

For the umpteenth time, NEC frowns at thriving tendencies of medical tourism by Nigerians, especially the political class. It has been estimated that Nigeria spends about N664bn yearly on medical tourism, this is indeed a huge loss of foreign exchange and a drain on the country’s foreign reserves. These amounts, when invested in the Nigeria health sector, will not only make it competitive to world class hospitals but make Nigeria a health tourism destination since most of the so-called world class hospitals in developed countries are manned by Nigerian health professionals. Consequently, we call on the Federal Government through the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Bank of Industry, to provide financial support, through special intervention funds for private sector investment for healthcare delivery and especially the building of mega and high tech medical laboratories that can be globally competitive both in technology and test spectrum.

Brain Drains

NEC observed with sadness the continuous human capital flight that has escalated to an alarming proportion. In 2022 alone the nation lost about 906 medical laboratory scientists to human capital flight. The reasons for brain drain may include: poor leadership of the health sector, corruption, poor remuneration and toxic work environment. We therefore, call on government to address these concerns as a futuristic remedy for the malady.

2023 National Election:

NEC acknowledged that Nigerians are going to the polls in a matter of weeks to elect new leaders. NEC therefore encouraged Nigerians and indeed her members to participate actively in the process as responsible citizen by voting for credible candidates with proven track records, capacity and impeccable credentials. So far, we have perused through the healthcare agenda of manifestoes of the leading candidates in the elections and we are concerned that some are lacking in depth, scope and strategy. We hereby call on the candidates to reassess the situation on ground and enrich their healthcare agenda for the nation

Thank you

Prof. James G. Damen                                                    Prof. Musa A. Muhibi                                                  Mr. Olusoji  A. Billyrose

 National President                                                       National Secretary                                                 National Publicity Secretary

                                                                                                

AMLSN COMMUNIQUE PRESENTED AT THE END OF THE 206TH NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING, HELD ON THE 14TH JANUARY, 2023 AT VINPY EVENT CENTER, UYO, AKWA IBOM STATE.
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AMLSN 2022 Call for Authors/Reviewers

AMLSN eLearning implementing team is calling for applications from subject experts for appointment as authors/reviewers for Year 2022 courses in the following topics:

• Covid-19 and Haemeostasis
• Data Management Importance for Medical Laboratories
• Introduction to Forensic Laboratory Investigations

Requirements:
• Minimum of HND/Bsc/BMLS., MSc./Professional Qualification (AMLSCN, FMLSCN etc); a PhD is an advantage but not required
• Demonstrable excellence in area of specialization
• Experience in delivering training for adults in resource constrained environments
• Experience in developing competency based curriculum or eLearning courses
• Experience in conducting and synthesizing research
• Ability to devote a minimum of two hours per week to course development until published
• Experience in using IT, Graphics/Multimedia tools and social media
• Must be in good financial standing with the Association (for MLS)

  •  Available to attend a 2-3 days course authors’ training (possibly from 28th of April 2022)

Mode of Application
• Interested Applicants should prepare the following for input on the data sheet:

1. Cover letter indicating interest in one of the topics above.
2. A brief description of understanding of your chosen topic.
3. At least three learning objectives to be achieved in undertaking the course.

• Proceed to fill the applicant data sheet here(link is external) or visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/amlsn2022courses or scan the code below

NOTE: Failure to follow this procedure will lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application submissions close 25th March 2022

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ASM World Microbe Forum invitation to Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria Members

Dear Colleagues,

At a time when the pandemic is keeping us apart, I’m excited to be planning the new meeting collaboration from ASM, FEMS and several other collaborating societies that recognizes that microbial sciences, just like microbes, know no borders. The two organizations are bringing together ASM Microbe 2021 and FEMS 2021 to create World Microbe Forum (WMF) – and we’re now accepting abstract submissions.

From new infectious pathogens like SARS-CoV-2, to antimicrobial resistance and the role of microbes in climate change, to agriculture and food microbiology, and synthetic and applied microbiology – international experts will gather for WMF to examine, discuss and envision solutions that science can offer to solve some of the gravest concerns confronting us today.

This is our moment – an opportunity to:

  • Break barriers to presenting research – Presenters can share their science from home and reach peers everywhere from the United States and Europe to Africa and Asia. With no travel fees and a low registration rate, we’re lowering barriers of entry to level the playing field. ASM and FEMS are also offering hundreds of opportunities to receive complimentary meeting registration. Presenters can apply when they submit their abstracts.
  • Provide more content in your research area and related fields – Hundreds of cutting-edge scientific sessions will cover the full spectrum of microbial sciences over four days. Tracks, topics and channels will help attendees easily find science related to their area of interest. And all sessions will be available on-demand so you can catch up at your convenience.
  • Unite the microbial sciences community worldwide to advance science – Active researchers, industry professionals, undergraduate, postdocs, and leaders in the field will showcase how microbial sciences are essential to solving complex problems impacting humankind today. Sessions presented at WMF can be streamed from anywhere, extending the conversation to policy makers and members of the public to help shape health policy.
  • Interact and connect like you would at an in-person meeting – Through easy-to-use video, chat and text functionality, attendees can pose questions live to speakers, get real-time feedback on their research, and connect with leaders and peers in your field. iPoster presenters will be able to make their research come alive through high-resolution images, videos and animations, voice-over narrations, and more to show the impact of their findings. You can also catch up with peers at your convenience through 24/7 networking lounges.

Late-breaker Abstract Submission Opens on Apr. 23, 2021 through May 7, 2021. Visit www.worldmicrobeforum.org to get started on your submission.

Sincerely,

Ade Olarewaju

Ade Olarewaju | Program Specialist, Global Public Health Programs

American Society for Microbiology

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AMLSN 2021 Call for Authors/Reviewers

AMLSN eLearning implementing team is calling for applications from subject experts for appointment as authors/reviewers for Year 2021 courses in the following topics:

  • Review of Sample Stability Guidelines for Medical Laboratories
  • Client Satisfaction as Quality Indicator in Medical Laboratory Services
  • Point of Care Testing (POCT)
  • Stress Management for Medical Laboratory Scientists

Requirements:
• Minimum of HND/Bsc/BMLS., MSc./Professional Qualification (AMLSCN, FMLSCN etc); a PhD is an advantage but not required
• Demonstrable excellence in area of specialization
• Experience in delivering training for adults in resource constrained environments
• Experience in developing competency based curriculum or eLearning courses
• Experience in conducting and synthesizing research
• Ability to devote a minimum of two hours per week to course development until published
• Experience in using IT, Graphics/Multimedia tools and social media
• Must be in good financial standing with the Association (for MLS)

  •  Available to attend a 2-3 days course training (possibly from 15th of April 2021)

Mode of Application
• Interested Applicants should prepare the following for input on the data sheet:

1. Cover letter indicating interest in one of the topics above.
2. A brief description of understanding of your chosen topic.
3. At least three learning objectives to be achieved in undertaking the course.

• Proceed to fill the applicant data sheet here(link is external) or https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/amlsn2021courses

NOTE: Failure to follow this procedure will lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application submissions close 19th March 2021

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Notice of Postponement of Directorate Cadre Training/Workshop

Notice is hereby given of the postponement of the Directorate Cadre Training scheduled to hold from the 29th March to the 2nd April, 2020. The President has suggested we take heed and comply with the advisory note issued by the FMOH and various authorities on gathering of 50 or more persons and social distancing as a result of the Corona virus disease pandemic.
We are pushing the training date by 30 days in this instance but will carefully and continuously monitor the COVID-19 situation and advise as appropriate in future. AMLSN regrets the inconvenience this postponement may have caused members concerned as we would rather err on the side of caution.
We will keep you informed as the situation unfolds

Executive Secretary
AMLSN HQ, ABUJA
21/03/2020.

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Update on Administrative and Management Training/Workshop for DIRECTORATE CADRE MLS

This is to inform members that the Administrative and Management Training/Workshop for DIRECTORATE CADRE MLS earlier set to hold between 22nd -26th March 2020 has now been postponed to between 29th March – 2nd April 2020. This adjustment is to up for the extension of the application closing window by a week.

We are sorry for any inconveniences this might cause.

Note that only qualified and selected participant will be contacted

NB: AMLSN will be responsible for the following expenses
• Accommodation
• Feeding (tea break/lunch)
• Course material
• Resource material

Qualified and Selected participants will be responsible for their own transportation.

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AMLSN 2020 Call for Authors/Reviewers

AMLSN eLearning implementing team is calling for applications from subject experts for appointment as authors/reviewers for Year 2020 courses in the following topics:

  • Laboratory Investigation of Transfusion Reaction
  • Laboratory Audit: Concepts and Procedures
  • Review of Sample Stability Guidelines for Medical Laboratories
  • Clients Satisfaction as Quality Indicator in Medical Laboratory Services
  • Entrepreneurship in Medical Laboratory Science Practice

Requirements:
• Minimum of HND/Bsc/BMLS., MSc./Professional Qualification (AMLSN, FMLSCN etc); a PhD is an advantage but not required
• Demonstrable excellence in area of specialization
• Experience in delivering training for adults in resource constrained environments
• Experience in developing competency based curriculum or eLearning courses
• Experience in conducting and synthesizing research
• Ability to devote a minimum of two hours per week to course development until published
• Experience in using IT, Graphics/Multimedia tools and social media
• Must be in good financial standing with the Association (for MLS)

  •  Available to attend a 2-3 days course training (possibly from 15th of March 2020)

Mode of Application
• Interested Applicants should prepare the following for input on the data sheet:

1. Cover letter indicating interest in one of the topics above.
2. A brief description of understanding of your chosen topic.
3. At least three learning objectives to be achieved in undertaking the course.
• Proceed to fill the applicant data sheet here(link is external) or https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/amlsn2020courses

NOTE: Failure to follow this procedure will lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.

Application submissions close 21st February 2020

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Administrative and Management Training/Workshop for DIRECTORATE CADRE MLS

To all ADMLS/DDMLS/DMLS

This training is targeted at members of AMLSN in directorate cadre in the public/civil service (HSS 13 & above or GL 15 & above). This training will focus on cross cutting areas in administration that will strengthen the delivery of quality and efficient service as well as enhance appropriate interaction with colleagues and the management of their institutions.

Arrival date: March 22, 2020
Departure date: March 26, 2020
Venue: Abuja.

NB: AMLSN will be responsible for the following expenses
• Accommodation
• Feeding (tea break/lunch)
• Course material
• Resource material

Qualified and Selected participants will be responsible for their own transportation.

Application closes 28th of February 2020

To apply, log into your membership portal to submit your application under events. https://membership.amlsn.org.ng/profile/

Kindly  ensure that your professional and employment details are fully completed before submitting your application, failure to do this could lead to non selection.

Those who have already attended the first training  should not apply for this exercise.

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