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Abstract submission
The Scientific Committee invites the submission of abstracts to be considered for Oral or Poster presentation from academics, professionals, traditional practitioners, and independent researchers. Postgraduate students and postdoctoral fellows are specifically invited to present. The conference seeks to advance the education, research, and…http://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/pssa-2025/accommodation-and-travel-options-pssa-2025-potchefstroom-south-africa
Accommodation and travel options for PSSA 2025, Potchefstroom South Africa
NWU accommodation NWU Sports Village Rooms R630.00 for a single person per night R1020.00 for two persons sharing per night Chalets R960.00 per night for a one-bedroom chalet R1870.00 per night for a two-bedroom chalet Meals: Breakfast Included. A la carte menu for other meals. Contact: Fikile…Navorser
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About us
Founding story The vision for a medical school in the North West Province dates back to the 1970s, when leaders and educators recognised the need for locally trained doctors to serve the Province. For decades, this dream faced obstacles, from resource limitations to policy and infrastructure challenges, but it remained alive in the hearts of…http://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/nwu-desmond-tutu-school-medicine/research-and-innovation
Research and Innovation
Priority areas Rural health, primary care, health systems strengthening, infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and medical education. Student research Undergraduate students will conduct research projects and contribute to quality improvement plans. Innovation in education Activated a longitudinal, prospective…http://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/nwu-desmond-tutu-school-medicine/nwu-school-medicine-newsletter-issue-4
NWU School of Medicine newsletter - Issue 4
Issue 4 October 2025 Welcome to the fourth issue of the NWU Desmond Tutu School of Medicine’s newsletter. This edition focuses on key milestones in the launch of the MBChB programme. We share updates on admission criteria, the value of experienced doctors shaping the curriculum, and the lessons learned in developing our spiral, integrated…http://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/pssa-2025/organising-team-and-pssa-council-members
Organising team and PSSA Council members
Congress organisers: Prof Sanette Brits (Co-chair) Prof Lebo Gafane-Matemane (Co-chair) Prof Wayne Smith Prof Sonette Du Preez Prof Stefan Linde Prof Leandi Lammertyn Dr Esmé Jansen van Vuren Dr Lisa Uys Ms Nonkululeko Navise Prof Carina Mels Current PSSA Council members President Prof Peace…http://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/pssa-2025/welcome-note