The exciting agenda for the Annual Alpha-1 Conference which is taking place on October 11th in Marino Institute of Education on Griffith Avenue has been finalised.
09.30 Registration, Tea and Coffee
10.00 Conference Opening by Special Guest Joe Brolly
10.15 New Replacement Therapy Clinical Trial in Alpha-1
Prof Gerry McElvaney, Respiratory Consultant, Beaumont Hospital
10.45 Practical Tips for Healthy Eating
Dr Frank Doyle, Lecturer in Psychology, RCSI
11.15 National Screening Programme & Current Research Developments in Alpha-1
Dr Tomás Carroll, Alpha One Foundation & Dr David Bergin, RCSI
11.45 Genetics in Ireland & Alpha-1
Dr Gianpiero Cavalleri, Senior Lecturer in Human Genetics, RCSI
12.15 Question and Answers
12.30 Light Lunch Provided in College Cafeteria
13.30 Patient Support Groups
Michael McGloin, Chairman, Benbulben COPD Support Group
14.00 Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Michelle O’Brien, Physiotherapist, Pulmonary Rehab, St Michael’s Hospital, Dún Laoghaire
15.00 Conference Close
If you want to reserve a place please contact us on 01-8093871 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We look forward to seeing you all in October.