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SUMMARY:Regulatory Forum
DESCRIPTION:How confident are you that the medical devices and IVDs used in healthcare settings are genuine\, compliant\, and safe for patients? \nJoin SAHPRA for an insightful virtual workshop exploring the growing threat of substandard\, falsified\, counterfeit\, and non-compliant medical devices and IVDs. Gain practical knowledge to identify red flags\, understand regulatory risks\, strengthen procurement vigilance\, and protect patient safety across healthcare environments. \nPresented By: \n\nMokgadi Daphney Fafudi\, Head of Regulatory Compliance\, South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA)\n\nWorkshop Highlights: \n\nUnderstanding the definitions and distinctions between substandard\, falsified\, counterfeit\, and non-compliant medical devices and IVDs\nIdentifying red flags and suspicious products in procurement and clinical settings\nExploring patient safety\, legal\, operational\, and regulatory risks\nUnderstanding SAHPRA’s role and the implementation of the National Action Plan\nLearning reporting and escalation processes for suspected products\nReviewing practical case studies and emerging trends shaping the medtech landscape\n\nWho Should Attend: \nSAMED members and non-members\, healthcare professionals\, funders\, private hospital groups\, and medtech procurers from both the public and private sectors. \nArticle to Read: “Fake medicines are a dangerous threat in Africa: 3 ways to spot them.” \nThis virtual forum supports SAHPRA’s implementation of the National Action Plan for Combating Substandard and Falsified (SF) Medical Products in South Africa. \nRegister Here
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/regulatory-forum-3/
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