Bércové ulcerace od A do Z

Dne 8. 6. 2022  se konal v prostorách kaple Fakultní nemocnice Královské Vinohrady vzdělávací seminář na téma Bércové ulcerace. Záštitu nad vzdělávací akci převzala vrchní sestra interních klinik Mgr. Jana Bodláková, odborným garantem byla Mgr. Kateřina Palušáková.

Akce se účastnilo 90 sester. Seminář byl určen pro sestry z lůžkových zařízení a ambulancí FNKV, které se zabývají léčbou rány.

Okruh přednášky byl zaměřen na principy vzniku otoků a defektů na bérci, správném bandážování, erysipelu, plísňových onemocnění na dolních končetinách, prevenci vzniku defektu, řešení chronické žilní insuficience, faktorech ovlivňující hojení.

Mgr. Kateřina Palušáková za divizi Léčba ran prezentovala poznatky ze zahraničí a předávala zkušenosti v této problematice.

Na akci panovala příjemná atmosféra, sestry se aktivně zapojovaly do komunikace a odnášely si na své pracoviště nové poznatky a vědomosti.

Divize Léčba ran

25th National congress of CSOT

From 18 May to 20 May, the 25th NATIONAL CONGRESS of CSOT this time under the auspices of the Clinic of Orthopaedics of the 1st Faculty of Medicine of the Charles University in Prague and the Orthopaedic Clinic of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Prague and the University Hospital in Olomouc. Promedica traditionally participated as a silver partner.

Approximately 500 orthopaedists and 100 nurses from all over the Czech Republic and abroad participated in the congress. The main topic of the presentation of the Orthopaedics Division was the CORI Orthopaedic Robot for Knee TEP Implantation by Smith&Nephew. Interested visitors could get acquainted with the orthopaedic robot not only at the stand, but also during an approximately one-hour workshop held as part of the congress programme. We were very pleased that more than 50 doctors showed interest in this workshop.

On Friday, a lecture on this topic entitled “Robotic knee replacement- the future is here” by Dr Yaron Berkovich from Israel was also held, again with a very positive response.

The complete portfolio in the field of Arthroscopy was also presented at the stand, along with a presentation of IMUNA infusion solutions from the Pharma division.

Our stand was again one of the most sought after, for which we are happy and believe that this event was beneficial, both in terms of contact with existing clients and in establishing new contacts.

Orthopaedics Division

XX. National Congress of Wound Management with International Participation

On 5 May – 6 May 2022, the XX. National Congress of Wound Management with International Participation took place at the University of Pardubice, under the auspices of the Czech Society for Wound Care, in cooperation with the Faculty of Medical Studies of the University of Pardubice and Pardubice Hospital, Hospital of Pardubice Region a.s. The Congress was kindly sponsored by the Rector of the University of Pardubice and the Governor of the Pardubice Region.

The congress was held for medical practitioners, surgeons, dermatologists, geriatricians, diabetologists, internists and doctors of other disciplines involved in wound care. It was also for nurses from outpatient and inpatient facilities as well as home care.

The lecture tracks focused on new findings in wound management, new materials, atypical procedures, wound infections, debridement, peripheral vascular disease as an etiologic factor – surgical and conservative management, chronic venous insufficiency, decubitus ulcers, diabetic foot, burns, factors affecting wound healing.

Promedica, the Wound Care division, presented itself at this congress for several times, as a strong and stable player in the market. The Wound Care Division under the leadership of the head of Mgr. Kateřina Palušáková, presented and educated many people interested in Smith and Nephew materials, both doctors and nurses.

The booth, which was again in the same place, was continuously surrounded by nurses and doctors, not only to get information about the products. Here too, and for the delicious coffee and refreshments, there was a pleasant and friendly atmosphere throughout the congress.

We strengthened business ties with existing customers, established and gained new business contacts and presented the new PICO 7 and Renasys Touch.

Wound Care Division

24th Colours of Sepsis 2022

On 25 – 29 April 2022, one of the largest conferences focused on intensive care medicine in the country – Colours of Sepsis 2022 – took place at the Congress Hotel Clarion Ostrava. The coordinator and guarantor of the professional programme was the Department of Anaesthesia, Resuscitation and Intensive Care Medicine of the Ostrava University Hospital and the Department of Paediatric Medicine of the Ostrava University Hospital and organized by Sanopharm CZ.

At this important congress, Promedica presented several divisions that participate in the supply of materials for clinics and departments of anaesthesia, resuscitation and intensive care units. Specifically, the Intensive Care medicine division, Pharma division, Porgés division and Wound Care division.

Presentations were made and interest was noted in Sinapi chest suction products and ambulatory chest suction alternatives. VR closed suction system, central venous catheters and Biometrix permanent urinary catheters.

The Pharma division joined the presentation of IMUNA infusion solutions and needleless port.

The Porgés Division presented with the Wound Care Division on cross-divisional collaboration in the application of ports and PICC catheters and their treatment and application of Smith & Nephew products.

Participation in this congress was beneficial, both in connecting with existing clients in strengthening ties and in establishing new contacts. We also saw a great interest from Slovak participants. The professional level but also the organizational level is still very good and we look forward to further cooperation.

Intensive Care Medicine Division

Pharma Division

Porgés Division

Wound Care Division

Workshop Save the meniscus

Why and how to save the meniscus?

A workshop on this topic was held on 6 May 2022 in Prague with our leading experts in the field of sports medicine.

It was organized by PROMEDICA INSTITUT in cooperation with Smith+Nephew Arthroscopy Center of Excellence – SNACE. Prof. MUDr. Vojtěch Havlas, PhD. as the President of the Society for Sports Traumatology and Arthroscopy SSTA supported this event with his presence and the excellent lecturers were Doc. MUDr. Petr Zeman from the University Hospital Pilsen, Doc. MUDr. Jakub Kautzner from Motol University Hospital and Dr. Andrzej Mioduszewski from Rehasport Warsaw Clinic.

In the theoretical part we saw excellent anatomical and practical lectures and at the subsequent workshop arthroscopists from all over the Czech Republic could try out the techniques of meniscus treatment directly on models.

We are already enjoying great feedback from our existing and new clients and believe that we have once again motivated doctors to take the best route to help their patients return to an active life.

Orthopaedics Division

58th Diabetes Care days Luhačovice

After a two-year covid break, Promedica, through the Division of Diabetology, had again the opportunity to participate in the largest diabetology congress in the Czech Republic “58th Diabetes Care days Luhačovice“, which took place on 27-30 April 2022 under the auspices of the Czech Diabetology Society.

Promedica participated as a silver partner and the Diabetology Division presented the well-known and established glucose meters of Ascensia Diabetes Care together with the mobile device application. The presentation took the form of a booth presentation right at the entrance to the main lecture hall.

The congress was attended by 500 diabetologists and 200 nurses from all over the country. On behalf of the Division of Diabetology, we are pleased that once again there was great interest in our Contour Plus ONE and Contour Plus ELITE glucose meters along with their accessories. Both original products with the highest accuracy in glucose measurement are bringing more satisfied users and increasing prestige to the field of Diabetology.

Diabetology Division

“Experiences and innovations in antiseptic and NPWT treatment within Europe” Workshop

On 11 April – 13 April 2022, an educational workshop: “Experiences and innovations in antiseptic and NPWT treatment within Europe” was held at the Admiral Botel in Prague.

The educational event and workshop was organized by Promedica – Wound Care Division in collaboration with Smith&Nephew. Nurse Dr. Joan-Enric Torra i Bou from Catalonia was the expert guarantor of the workshop and the main speaker. The whole event was interpreted into Czech by Mgr. Jana Bodláková.

During the three days, almost 100 clients from the ranks of doctors and nurses were introduced to new findings in the field of wound care, new materials and procedures were presented according to the recommendations of EPUAP and EWMA. The focus was on decubitus, diabetic foot and prevention of decubitus. There was great interest in negative pressure therapy, where new competitive devices for single and repeated use were presented.

We were very pleased with the large turnout and hope that the participants will benefit from the newly acquired information.

Wound Care Division

Promedica’s position on the current conflict in Ukraine

Further to the previous post, we note that Promedica, including its subsidiaries, does not supply any goods to Russia or Belarus. At the same time, we do not have any subsidiaries or business interests in these countries.

Nothing is ever black and white and only history gives a clear interpretations of reality.

We condemn evil 100% and our position cannot be different in the current situation.

 

Aid to Ukraine

We are very affected by the current critical situation in Ukraine, because at Promedica we are not careless about things. We decided to stretch our strength and support those who need help. We are helping as best as we can, especially with goods and logistical support.

Last but not least, we donated 500 000 CZK to the collection of People in Need – SOS Ukraine.

We believe in a better tomorrow!

New partnership with 2cureX

We are proud to announce that we have become the exclusive distributor of 2cureX for Czechia and Slovakia.

2cureX is a leader in the field of cancer drug susceptibility testing and has developed the IndiTreat® (individual treatment) range of tests. IndiTreat® is based on a sample of the patient’s tumor, generates thousands of 3D replicas (tumorroids) and predicts the tumor’s response to various available drugs, providing valuable information to the physician for treatment decisions.

“The addition of IndiTreat® to our diagnostic and pharmaceutical product offerings provides our sales team with another very powerful and innovative solution for patients and their physicians. As a market leader, it is important for us to continuously offer cutting-edge healthcare solutions,” said Pavel Hanuš, CEO of Promedica.

We look forward to a fruitful cooperation!