English Faculty News
Dr. El Ghandour Inaugurates Annual International Conference of Internal Medicine Entitled "Integrative Medicine for the Department of Internal Medicine"
On the evening of Wednesday the 23rd of November, Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour, Vice President of Alexandria University for Graduate Studies and Research, and the honorary president of the conference, witnessed the inauguration ceremony of the nineteenth annual conference of the Department of Internal Medicine in Alexandria, at the Great Hall of the Faculty of Medicine. The conference that is taking place on the 23rd and 24th of November, under the title "Integrative Medicine for the Department of Internal Medicine", will present the latest techniques and discoveries in disease prevention, treatment and emergency cases concerning internal medicine, haematology, diabetes, hepatology, gastroenterology, and rheumatism.
The opening session was attended by Dr. Ali Abdel Mohsen, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Dr. Ayman El Shayeb, Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research, Dr. Tamer Abdallah, Executive Director of University Hospitals, Dr. Iman Youssef, Head of the Internal Medicine Department and Conference Chair, Dr. Ezzat Ali, Head of the Digestive System Unit, and Dr. Ahmed Zaid, Head of the Hepatology Unit, and a group of senior professors of internal medicine, international lecturers and students.
In his speech, Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour stressed that Alexandria University is keen to support and motivate all scientific conferences that discuss and present all that is new in all disciplines related to the departments of internal diseases and haematology at the Faculty of Medicine, in a way that contributes to enriching the medical scene, in cooperation with the rest of the faculty’s departments, to achieve what is called “Integrative Medicine” to ensure a successful medical system at the university. Dr. El-Ghandour confirmed that he is proud to be a graduate of the Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, specifically the Department of Internal Medicine, as it is one of its oldest departments, that has achieved a qualitative leap in its various sub-specialties in internal and blood diseases. In addition, it includes a group of the greatest professors and great scientists who contributed to the graduation of qualified doctors who in turn took part in the advancement of medicine in Egypt and many Arab countries, and the improvement of health services provided to millions of patients over many years.
Dr. Iman Youssef confirmed that the conference was preceded by several research sessions and discussions at the premises of the Department of Internal Medicine on Tuesday the 22nd of November, with the participation of the department’s professors, graduate students and interns. Youssef confirmed that the conference hosts a group of senior professors of haematology, diabetes, hepatology, gastroenterology, and rheumatism, and international lecturers, to discuss integrative medicine between the 8 units of the Department of Internal Medicine and the rest of the clinical departments of the faculty, as well as to discuss the latest methods of diagnosis and treatment in internal diseases and haematology. The participants will also hold scientific sessions and important lectures to discuss the latest types of treatments and medicines, and to shed light on all that is new in the field, whether through presenting scientific research or through workshops that contribute to updating the information of all doctors and keeping abreast of all that is new in various medical specialties.
Issuance of republican decisions appointing deans of the faculties of education and arts
Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, announced the issuance of republican decisions yesterday, Saturday, to appoint university leaders. These decisions included the appointment of Dr. Mohamed Anwar Farrag, Dean of the Faculty of Education, and Dr. Hani Khamis, Dean of the Faculty of Arts.
The President of the University congratulated the new deans, wishing them success in their duties and advancing their faculties scientifically and practically.
A delegation from the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science, Alexandria University, visits the building of the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, a delegation from the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science visited, today, Monday, February 27, 2023, the building of the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The meeting witnessed an introduction to the work mechanisms in the ministry and its various sectors. Many students asked their questions about diplomatic work and the distinctive features of the Egyptian school of diplomacy, which is based on achieving a balance between principles and interests. The most prominent local, regional and international issues of concern to the Egyptian state were also reviewed in light of the extremely dangerous developments. and complexity in the global system.
Dr. Ahmed Wahban, Dean of the College and head of the delegation, indicated that the visit was attended by Dr. Osama Al-Adly, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs, Dr. Sherine Naseer, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research, and Dr. Ahmed Sayed, a teacher in the Department of Political Science, along with a group of members of the supporting staff and students of the college. The Dean of the Faculty indicated that a group of gentlemen ambassadors were receiving them, namely, Ambassador Hamdi Loza, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for African Affairs, Ambassador Walid Hajjaj, Director of the Institute of Diplomatic Studies, Ambassador Muhammad Al-Badri, and a group of senior officials of the various departments of the Ministry, and explained that the meeting resulted in confirming the desire The two parties signed a protocol of cooperation between Alexandria University and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in preparation for organizing many joint activities and events.
His Excellency Ambassador Walid Hajjaj expressed the Institute of Diplomatic Studies' welcome to train college students and assist in qualifying them to work in the diplomatic corps.
Faculty of Agriculture at Saba Pasha Holds Its Employment Forum with Wide Participation of Agricultural Companies
As part of the Faculty of Agriculture's efforts to strengthen the link between academic education and the labour market, and under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Agriculture at Saba Pasha Campus held its employment forum at the faculty's headquarters. The forum was attended by several leading agricultural companies, faculty members, students, and alumni.
Dr. Ahmed Abdelfattah Mahmoud, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture in Saba Pasha, noted that the forum's activities included scientific and awareness seminars on employment skills and job opportunities in the agricultural sector, discussions between students and company representatives on professional challenges, and practical guidance on preparing for the labour market. He added that many participating companies offered immediate employment and training opportunities to a large number of students, including Orkem Trading and Agriculture Company, Younis Apiary, Aladdin Poultry Company, Al Waha Company, Green Argy Company, Life Company, and Rich Grow Company. He explained that these opportunities varied between field training and direct jobs in the sectors of animal production, crops, food processing, protection, and agricultural extension.
Dr. Ibrahim Abbas El-Sayed, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research and Acting Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs, indicated that the employment and training opportunities provided by the participating companies to students and graduates of the faculty are real opportunities to develop their skills and prepare them to engage in various fields of agricultural work.
Dr. Iman Ayyad, Supervisor of the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector at the Faculty, noted that the forum featured scientific and awareness seminars on employment skills and job opportunities in the agricultural sector, discussions between students and company representatives on professional challenges, and practical guidance on preparing for the labour market.
Dr. Shaima Shaheen, Associate Professor in the Department of Animal and Fisheries Production at the Faculty, participated in coordinating the forum's activities.
The launch of the third cultural season of the Institute of Mediterranean Studies at the Faculty of Arts
The Institute for Mediterranean Studies launched the activities of its third cultural season on the 29th of October, by holding a public symposium entitled “200 years of Egyptology: making historical documentaries” and showing the film “200 years of Egyptology”, which was produced by Egyptian television and shown in the Good Morning Egypt program on the occasion of the 200th anniversary On deciphering the Rosetta Stone. The Institute hosted Mr. Mustafa Kafafi, a media personality and a documentary film maker, to present and comment on the film.