On 28 – 31 January 2025, the 27th edition of Colours of Sepsis took place in Ostrava, where our company could not be absent. The conference was attended by the Intensive Care Medicine, Interventional Urology and Venous Therapy and Medical Consumables divisions.
This year, the Intensive Medicine Division mainly presented the new ABLE central venous catheters and innovations in the SINAPI chest suction system. There was interest in these products not only from nurses but also from physicians across specialties (ARO, Surgery, Urgent and others). Other products presented included: chest trocars, closed suction system and oral care products.
The Medical Consumables division took the opportunity to showcase an expanded portfolio of disposable instruments and newly included items such as pre-filled saline syringes.
And the Interventional Urology and Venous Therapy division presented a portfolio of midline, picc and gentle sutureless fixation devices from Belgian company Bedal FlexGrip. With these gentle fixations it is possible to secure from venous catheters, drains, urinary catheters, nephrostomies, epicystostomies… the portfolio also includes the newly added flush syringes.
We had a really great number of participants again this year, we took away a lot of new contacts from the congress and we are looking forward to the next edition.
IM, SZM and IUVT divisions
photo © Promedica, Sanopharm
The 23rd National Congress of the Czech Wound Healing Society with international participation took place on January 16–17, 2025, at the University Conference Center of the University of Pardubice.
The congress motto was “Wound Care Across the Life Continuum: From Childhood to Old Age,” reflecting the wide range of wounds occurring at different stages of human life.
The congress program included expert lectures and practical workshops focused on sharing the latest knowledge and innovations in wound care. Participants had the opportunity to discuss various types of wounds and approaches to their treatment across age groups.
The event brought together professionals from various fields – doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, and others – fostering multidisciplinary collaboration in patient wound care.
As in previous years, this year’s congress received positive feedback for the café-style booth concept. The comfort and pleasant atmosphere offered clients a space for inquiries and the development of new business opportunities.
The congress proved to be an excellent platform for networking, education, promotion, and sales.
Wound Care Division
Dear business partners,
on behalf of the entire Promedica team, I would like to wish you a peaceful Christmas and a successful start to the New Year.
Thank you for your trust and I look forward to further cooperation in the coming years.
Pavel Hanuš
CEO of Promedica
Autumn is a time of intense activity in the Czech Republic, focusing on diabetes prevention and awareness, culminating around November 14th, World Diabetes Day. Across the country, events are held to raise public knowledge about the disease, with the diabetology division actively participating in many.
One significant event was a preventive action at the Nový Smíchov Shopping Center on November 11th, organized by Novo Nordisk. Nearly 500 visitors had their blood glucose levels tested, underwent eye examinations, body measurements were taken, and nutritional advice and medical consultations were provided. Patient organizations were also present, helping to raise awareness about diabetes.
Another key event was the Health Day at the Regional Hospital in Kladno on November 14th, focusing on diabetes and HIV prevention, along with breast self-examination workshops. The support of the Alliance of Diabetic Patients of the Czech Republic and the Czech Diabetes Union helped increase awareness of the necessity for regular glucose monitoring.
On November 19th, the diabetology division participated in an educational day at the Recuperative Stay organized by the Czech Diabetes Union. The event focused on educating about self-monitoring of glucose levels and promoting the correct use of glucometers. Around 40 educational sessions were held, which explained the operation of glucometers for individuals with abnormal sugar levels, particularly in light of current legislation complicating access to these devices.
Another highlight of the autumn program was the Multidisciplinary Foot Care Congress (not only) for Diabetics, held on November 15–16 in Ostrava. Organized by the Czech Podiatry Society, this congress enhanced knowledge in diabetic care, orthopedics, and urgent intervention techniques. Promedica played a key role as a supplier of glucometers and an active partner in educational activities, contributing to strengthening the professional competencies of participants.
This series of events underscores the importance of prevention and continuous education in diabetology, which is key to ensuring a better quality of life for diabetes patients in the Czech Republic.
Once again after a year, the Division of Diabetology was a participant in the XIXth year of a unique event of its kind called Náchod Interdisciplinary Days, which took place on 11-12 November 2024.
In the beautiful Art Nouveau premises of the Hotel u Beránka in the very centre of Náchod, our important partner EDUMED s.r.o. traditionally took care of a busy and varied programme.
The conference included a wide range of lectures, workshops and sister sessions. New possibilities in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart failure, valvular heart defects, cardiac arrhythmias, diabetes mellitus, obesity, sleep-disordered breathing, chronic kidney disease, dyslipidemia and osteoporosis were presented. Part of the professional program was devoted to intensive care medicine. Possibilities for interdisciplinary collaboration were discussed, including aspects of care coordination between general practitioners, specialist practices and hospitals.
On behalf of the entire team, we are pleased to be a proud partner in the diabetes section with our high-quality and reliable Contour family products from Ascensia Diabetes Care.
Diabetology Division
In early November, a symposium focused primarily on clinical biochemistry laboratory issues took place in Písek, traditionally held in the pleasant environment of Penzion U Malířských. This was the 14th annual seminar dedicated mainly to clinical biochemistry. The conference also featured lectures on immunology and the currently much-discussed artificial intelligence (AI).
As always, the seminar was hosted by Dr. Pavel Malina, Ph.D., Head of the Clinical Biochemistry Department at Písek Hospital. More than 50 laboratory experts and professionals attended the event, including Professor Palička (University Hospital Hradec Králové), Professor Jabor (IKEM), Professor Friedecký (University Hospital Olomouc), Dr. Rajdl (University Hospital Plzeň), Assoc. Prof. Franeková (IKEM), and others.
Participants listened to presentations on topics such as TAT (Turnaround Time), minimum sample volume, mass spectrometry, and a report from the EFLM Conference in Padua. Several case studies were also presented, perfectly connecting the activities of human laboratories and clinical departments.
The two-day meeting was conducted in an informal atmosphere with frequent discussions and was very beneficial for the participants. The symposium was held under the auspices of the Czech Society of Clinical Biochemistry. Our division was present among several other sponsors.
We are very pleased that we were able to participate in this event.
Diagnostics Division
It is with great pleasure that we would like to inform you about a significant event that took place on 24th October at the Department of Paediatric and Adult Orthopaedics and Traumatology, 2nd Faculty of Medicine, Charles University in Prague and Motol University Hospital. Under the guidance of Prof. Vojtěch Havlas, a robotic-assisted implantation of a total knee replacement was successfully performed. This revolutionary operation was performed using the CORI device from Smith+Nephew, which is a leader in the field of robotically assisted orthopaedics. The entire surgical team appreciated all the benefits of the robotic surgery, which include higher accuracy of implant placement, minimized soft tissue damage, faster patient recovery and reduced risk of complications.
This successful surgery is proof of how modern technology can fundamentally advance the quality of healthcare. We are proud that Promedica is able to make this technological innovation available to Czech patients and thus support progress in the field of orthopaedics.
We thank all those who participated in this successful event and look forward to further cooperation that will bring new opportunities for our healthcare system.
Division of Orthopaedics
On September 24, 2024, a historic event took place in the surgical department of the University Hospital Olomouc. An experienced orthopedic team from UH Olomouc, led by MUDr. Radim Kalina, Ph.D., performed the first surgery using the revolutionary Regeneten implant, which represents a new hope for patients suffering from various rotator cuff injuries, supporting tissue healing and regeneration.
The Regeneten implant is made from biological material – bovine collagen – which aids in healing and boasts excellent biocompatibility. Its unique structure promotes the growth of the patient’s own cells, increasing the chances of successful rehabilitation and minimizing the risk of recurrent rotator cuff tears.
The introduction of the Regeneten implant into Czech healthcare is a significant step forward.
Patients who underwent the surgery will be closely monitored in the following weeks and months to evaluate the effectiveness of the implant and its impact on tissue regeneration. If proven successful, the Regeneten implant may be incorporated into further practice and become more accessible to Czech patients.
The first surgery with the Regeneten implant in Olomouc opens new possibilities in the field of regenerative medicine and brings hope to patients facing challenging health problems.
This significant event was also reported by Czech media. Details about the surgery and its importance can be found in the article on Novinky.cz titled “Doctors in Olomouc as the First in the Czech Republic Sew Shoulder Muscles with the Help of Collagen Implant,” available here. Additional information is also provided by Vitalia.cz in the article titled “First Shoulder Surgery with Collagen Implant,” which you can read here.
Orthopedic Division
From 18th to 20th September 2024, the 10th Czech-Slovak Congress of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, the 85th Congress of the Czech Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery of the Czech Academy of Sciences and the 70th Congress of the Slovak Society for Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, as well as the 4th meeting of the Society for Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery took place at the Crowne Plaza Congress Hotel in Bratislava.
The congress was organized by the Department of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery of the Faculty of Medicine and University of Medical Sciences in Bratislava under the leadership of doc. Miroslav Tedla, PhD, MPH.
The professional programme of this year’s congress included all areas of otorhinolaryngology. Traditionally, there was also a rich section of free communications, panels of poster presentations and instructional courses. On Friday, with the support of Promedica, the instructional course “The use of plasma coblation in the treatment of adenoid vegetation and palatal tonsils” was held by MUDr. Michal Ševčík (Třinec Hospital), MUDr. Michal Jurovčík (Motol Hospital Prague) and prim. MUDr. Tomáš Fořt ( FortMedica s.r.o., Prague).
The ENT Division and the Division of Medical Technologies participated in the congress. At our stand we presented various technologie from the division´s portfolios. Smith&Nephew devices, plasma coblation device, examination units, chairs and EUROCLINIC diagnostic devices for ENT workplaces, specialized navigation system of Collin Medical manufacturer for sinus surgery and otological procedures and Robotol otological surgical robotic system.
We have met with ENT specialists from both the Czech Republic and abroad and we are pleased that our cooperation with customers is positively perceived.
ENT division with Medical technologies division
Last week, two traditional events were held in Ostrava, which were connected by the disease DM or diabetes mellitus, in Czech diabetes.
Endocrinology in a Nutshell Ostrava 2024
The first of the events that the Division of Diabetology participated in was the seminar Endocrinology in a Nutshell Ostrava 2024, the subject of which was to bring together more closely interdisciplinary cooperation among specialists dealing with the treatment of endocrinological diseases. This year’s event is a continuation of the several meetings of young endocrinologists in solving various case studies.
The meeting of endocrinologists and diabetologists in the Qality Hotel in Ostrava took place on October 3, 2024 with the participation of about 50 doctors and 12 partners. We are pleased to have been invited as the only technology company supplying a glucose monitoring system for patients with diabetes. In the case studies, these patients and the importance of glycemic monitoring in their treatment were mentioned several times. The need for systemic glycaemic monitoring was also mentioned several times in the lectures on foot care of diabetic patients during XV. Conference of Healthcare Professionals
Diabetes and Podiatry Day 2024
Another event was the Diabetology and Podiatry Day 2024, which took place on Saturday 5 October at the Harmony Club Hotel Ostrava. The packed programme featured a number of top experts in the fields of diabetes, endocrinology, orthopaedics, and podiatry dealing with wound care and orthotics.
The organizer was the patient organization Hope for Everyone, z. s., which is a founding member of the Alliance of Patients with Diabetes of the Czech Republic, with which our company has long cooperated, especially in the field of education of self-monitoring of glycemia. Our participation in this meeting was free of charge.
Division of Diabetology
