ERN RITA is pleased to endorse the upcoming XV Course on Primary Immunodeficiencies for Young Trainees and the XI Course on Primary Immunodeficiencies for Nurses, taking place in Barcelona, Spain. These educational activities aim to provide healthcare professionals with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in the field of primary immunodeficiencies (PID).
XV Course on Primary Immunodeficiencies
- Dates: April 28 & 30 and May 5 & 8, 2025
- Time: 16:30 – 19:30 CEST
- Location: Acadèmia de Ciències Mèdiques de Catalunya i Balears
- Coordinators: Pere Soler-Palacín, Laia Alsina, Pilar Llobet Agulló
This course will cover essential topics such as immune system function, PID diagnosis and classification, treatment approaches, and specific immunodeficiency disorders. The programme includes expert-led lectures, student case presentations, and an exam to consolidate learning. Several faculty members work in healthcare providers that are part of ERN RITA, ensuring a high level of expertise and European collaboration.
XI Course on Primary Immunodeficiencies for Nurses
- Date: May 5, 2025
- Time: 16:00 – 20:00 CEST
- Location: Acadèmia de Ciències Mèdiques de Catalunya i Balears
- Coordinators: Pere Soler-Palacín, Laia Alsina, Pilar Llobet Agulló, Laura Ruiz, Sonia Galindo
This specialised course for nurses will provide a comprehensive overview of primary immunodeficiencies, the nursing role in patient care, common treatments, and practical workshops on the administration of subcutaneous immunoglobulin therapy.
Organising Societies and Collaborators
This initiative is organised by the Primary Immunodeficiencies Group of the Catalan Societies of Pediatrics and Immunology, as well as the Primary Immunodeficiencies Network of the Department of Health of the Generalitat de Catalunya (XUEC). It is also supported by partners such as the Barcelona PID Foundation and the Associació Catalana de Dèficits Immunitaris Primaris.
ERN RITA’s Support
ERN RITA recognises the importance of continuous medical education in the field of primary immunodeficiencies. By endorsing these courses, ERN RITA aims to support the professional development of young trainees and nurses, ensuring better diagnosis and management of PID across Europe.
For further details on the programmes and registration, please refer to the official event materials provided by the organisers.
