Academy Day

Academy Day -When the Immune System Attacks Itself: Autoimmune DiseasesTuesday 5 December 2023 | 13:30 – 19:00
Pullman Hotel Brussels South

The renowned Siemens Healthineers Academy Day aims to bring together scientific topics, fascinating speakers and players from the laboratory industry. Experts from different fields will share their knowledge and insights with you, based on new studies and clinical cases.

Join us for a day of exploration and insights as we delve into the world of autoimmune diseases at the next Siemens Healthineers Academy Day. Discover the complexity of autoimmune disorders, the role of biomarkers and the latest advancements in diagnosis, treatment and monitoring.

13:30

Welcome Coffee

14:00

Introduction

14:10

Therapeutic drug monitoring of biologicals for inflammatory bowel disease
Ph. Biol. Lisa Florin – AZ Sint-Lucas Brugge

15:00

Calprotectin in autoimmune diseases
Prof. Dr. Xavier Bossuyt – UZ Leuven

16:00

Break

16:15

Antiphospholipid Syndrome : A Challenging Diagnosis
Prof. Dr. Katrien Devreese – UZ Gent

17:00

Multiple Sclerosis: The role of Serum Neurofilament light chain and free light chains. Are we there yet?
Prof. Dr. Vincent Van Pesch – Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc & Ph. Biol. Jean-Louis Bayart – Clinique Saint-Pierre Ottignies

18:15

Closing

18:20

Networking Drink & Walking Dinner