17th Annual HOPAK Symposium 14th - 15th October 2022

THEME: Expanding the scope of Pharmacists in modern healthcare: Policy, Practice, Research and Training

Day 1: Friday, 14th October 2022

8:00 am - 9:00 am

Registration

Dr. Kelvin Odongo

9.00 am - 9:15 am

Welcoming remarks:

i.                    Symposium Convener

ii.                  HOPAK Chairman’s Remarks

 

Dr. Joyster Mungania

 

Dr. Kagwa Gichuki

Session 1

 

Chair: Dr. Clarice Ambale

 

Rapporteur: Dr. Reuben Korir

9:15 am - 9:30 am

Sponsor presentation 1: Updates on Diabetes Mellitus Management- Astra Zeneca

9:30 am - 9:45 am

Abstract 1:  Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PREP) use in HIV at-risk individuals: A systemic benefit-risk assessment using the MCDA framework

 

Presenter: Dr. Ibrahim Muchiri Gikaru

9.45 am – 10.00 am

Abstract 2: An assessment of the severity of Adverse Drug Reactions in HIV infected individuals due to Antiretroviral Therapy, in Kirinyaga County, Kenya.

 

Presenter: Dr. James Muiri

10.00 am – 10.15 am

Abstract 3: Determinants of adherence to antiretroviral therapy and retention of patients attending comprehensive care clinic at Karatina sub-county hospital, Nyeri County, Kenya

 

Presenter: Dr. Jesse Munga

10:15 am - 10:30 am

Abstract 4: The Role of a Pharmacist in a Medically Assisted Therapy (MAT) Clinic: Experience in Karuri Level 4 Hospital, Kiambu County

 

Presenter: Dr. Elizabeth Muritu

10:30 am - 10:45 am

Question and answer session

 

10:45 am -11:15 am

TEA / HEALTH BREAK AND POSTER VIEWING SESSION

 

       

 

Session 2

 

Chair: Dr. Beatrice Wanyama

 

Rapporteur: Dr. Emily Naiserian

11.15 am -11:30 am

Abstract 5: Role of Pharmacists in Legislation and Policy Making

 

Presenter: Dr. Odhiambo David

11.30 am – 11.45am

Abstract 6: Use of Non-Formulary Medicines at A Kenyan Private Hospital

 

Presenter: Dr. Kizito M. Mariita

11.45 am – 12.00 pm

Question & Answer Session

 12.00 pm – 12.15 pm

Sponsor presentation 2: Boehringer Ingelheim

 12:15 pm – 12:45 pm

Keynote address: Dr. Sultani Matendechero

 

Director, Public Health Institute, MOH

12.45 pm – 1.00 pm

Question & Answer Session

1.00 pm – 1.15 pm

PHOTO SESSION

 

1:15 pm - 2:00 pm

LUNCH BREAK AND POSTER VIEWING SESSION

Session 3:

 

Chair: Dr. Edward Maina

 

Rapporteur: Dr. Abby Makena

2.00 pm – 2.15 pm

Abstract 7: Expanding the role of Pharmacists in Primary Healthcare: Vaccination and Family Planning

 

Presenter: Dr. Michelle Mayuba

2.15 pm – 2.30 pm

Abstract 8: Adapting new trends in media in promoting pharmaceutical care

 

Presenter: Dr. Mercy Judy Wanjiru

2.30 pm - 2.45 pm

Abstract 9: Disruptive technologies can expand the scope of pharmacists practice in healthcare

 

Presenter: Dr. Ibrahim Okich

2.45 pm – 3.00 pm

Sponsor Presentation 3: Sai Pharmaceuticals

3:00 pm - 3:15 pm

Question and answer session

3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

Panel discussion: Increasing Access to Essential Medicines: Enhancing Manufacturing Capacity, Improving Availability and Addressing Affordability

 

Moderator: Dr. Imran Manji

Panelists:

Dr. Lucas Nyabero, CEO, PSK

Dr. Ndinda Kusu, Country Project Director, MTaPS, MSH

Dr. Dennis Thirikwa, HOD, Health Products and Technology, MTRH

KAPI

4.00 pm - 4:45 pm

TEA/HEALTH BREAK AND POSTER VIEWING SESSION

 

Day 2: Saturday 15th October 2022

8:00 am - 8:45 am

Registration

Dr. Kelvin Odongo

Session 4:

 

Chair: Dr. Imran Manji

 

Rapporteur: Dr. Ruth Ngwiri

 

8:45 am - 9:00 am

Day 1 Recap

 

 

Dr. Salome Karuri

9:00 am - 9:15 am

Sponsor Presentation 4: Roche Pharmaceuticals

9:15 am - 9:30 am

Abstract 10: Management and Outcomes of Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting among Female Kenyan Breast Cancer Patients

 

Presenter: Dr. Walter Miring’u Nyagah

9:30 am - 9:45 am

Abstract 11: Pharmacists and Research: Principles of Scientific Enquiry and Pharmacoepidemiology

 

Presenter: Dr. Brian K. Kirui

9:45 am - 10:00 am

Abstract 12: Community based participatory research in low resource settings: a case study in western Kenya

 

Presenter: Dr. Joyster Mungania

10:00 am - 10:15am

Sponsor presentation 5: Updates on Asthma Management- AstraZeneca

10:15 am – 10.30 am

Question and answer session

 

10:30 am -11:00 am

TEA / HEALTH BREAK AND POSTER VIEWING SESSION

 

Session 5

Chair: Dr. Beryl Onyango

 

Rapporteur: Dr. Dan DeMusic

11:00 am - 11:15 am

Abstract 13: A Systematic Review of Pharmacist-Led Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs in Sub-Saharan Africa

 

Presenter: Dr. Mitchel Otieno Okumu

11.15 am - 11:30 am

Abstract 14: Antibiotic Use and Surgical Site Infections Following Intra-Abdominal Surgeries at A Referral Hospital in Naivasha, Kenya

 

Presenter: Dr. D. O Bosibori

11:30 am – 11:45 pm

Abstract 15: The Prevalence of Inappropriate Polypharmacy and

Potential Drug-Drug Interactions Among Patients With

Type 2 Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease at Kenyatta

National Hospital

 

Presenter: Dr. Stacey Kimathi

11:45 pm – 12:00 pm

Sponsor Presentation 6:  Phillips

12:00 pm - 12:15 pm

Question and answer session

12.15 pm - 12.30 pm

Sponsor presentation 7: KAPI

 

Dr. David Odhiambo

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

LUNCH BREAK AND POSTER VIEWING SESSION

Session 6

Rapporteur: Dr. Dorothy Aywak

2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Consensus statement

Dr. John Kanyi

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm

HOPAK National Office Remarks

Dr. Hillary Kagwa

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

TEA AND NETWORKING

 

Introduction

The  Hospital Pharmacists Association of Kenya (HOPAK) provides a dynamic platform for the exchange of knowledge among sector players to enhance their contributions to health. We provide timely scientific programs, ongoing education, opportunities for networking, and professional development.

Our website is a resource portal for all practicing hospital and institutional pharmacists in Kenya.

Contact us

Hospital Pharmacists Association of Kenya (HOPAK)
P. O. Box 19859 00202
Nairobi - Kenya
info@hopak.or.ke