Welcome Message | Conference President

Dear Friends,

October 2010, right in the middle of spring in the southern hemisphere, celebrating the 200th birth anniversary of its Nation and its first national government, the city of Buenos Aires is ready to receive all the participants to the 36th ISPAD Annual Meeting, the first ISPAD Meeting in Latin America.

Argentina and Latin America are very proud that Buenos Aires has been chosen as the venue for this Meeting.

Prestigious speakers from all over the world, from both emerging countries and first world countries, will create an atmosphere of comprehension. Two hemispheres working together and sharing their experiences, experiences that will help us understand different realities. We wish that not only knowledge but cultures would interact.

We hope all nations to be present, and we also hope that you can find here a relaxed atmosphere that Buenos Aires and the presence of Latin American affection can bring you.

The Scientific Programme will provide great opportunities to learn and discuss new information concerning diagnostic and therapeutic developments as well as cutting edge data in several fields of diabetes research and care: new and exciting advances in the fields of prevention and management of diabetes and all its interrelated factors.

Another fundamental aspect that makes this meeting unique is that it will have simultaneous English - Spanish translation thanks to the kindness of the whole Assembly, a kindness all the Spanish speaking community really appreciate as it allows them to share opinions fluently. As this will be a multidisciplinary meeting for pediatricians, nurses, nutritionists, psychologists and other members of the health group, they will all have the opportunity of attending general and special sessions.

Optimal diabetes care requires an integral approach and an active collaboration between all health professionals. This partnership will enable us to meet our common goal: to enhance the lives of children and adolescents with diabetes.

Buenos Aires is waiting for you!.

1st Announcement

The ISPAD 2010 1st Announcement is now available. This first publication contains the main facts about the meeting an can be accessed as downloadable PDF.