[Distinguished Lecture] Maggot Debridement Therapy: Perfecting Chronic Wounds Care Solutions with ‘Tiny Surgeons’ – Dr. Ng Jun Jie, National University of Singapore
| Lecture Title: | Maggot Debridement Therapy: Perfecting chronic wounds care solutions with ‘tiny surgeons’ |
| Speaker: | Dr. Ng Jun Jie – Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, Yong Loo School of Medicine, National University of Singapore |
| Time: | Wednesday, April 5, 2023 | 4:00 – 5:30 PM |
| Venue: | Peace Room – I201, VinUniversity |
About the Lecture
Welcome to our seminar on Maggot Debridement Therapy (MDT), a fascinating and effective treatment option for chronic wounds that has been used for centuries. MDT is making a comeback in modern medicine due to its proven ability to remove necrotic tissue and promote healing in various types of wounds, including diabetic foot ulcers, pressure sores, and burns. This seminar aims to provide a comprehensive overview of MDT, covering its history, mechanism of action, clinical applications, potential benefits, and limitations. Whether you are a healthcare professional or someone interested in learning about innovative medical treatments, this seminar is the perfect opportunity to explore the fascinating world of Maggot Debridement Therapy.
About the Lecturer
Dr Ng Jun Jie is a consultant in vascular and endovascular surgery at the National University Heart Centre, Singapore. He is also a senior lecturer at the Department of Surgery in the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. Dr Ng Jun Jie graduated from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore in 2010 and started his general surgery residency in the same year. During his general surgery residency, he developed great interest in the field of vascular surgery. He completed his general surgery residency and obtained his fellowship with the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) in 2018. He was awarded the highest scorer in his fellowship examinations.
Dr Ng Jun Jie is extremely committed to providing the best care to his patients and won the Outstanding Junior Doctor award when he was rotated to Ng Teng Fong General Hospital in 2018. Besides excelling in clinical care, Dr Ng Jun Jie is also an avid educator. As a testament to his dedication to teaching our next generation of doctors, Dr Ng Jun Jie has won multiple teaching awards. In 2019, he won the Junior Doctor Teaching Award and the Special Recognition Award.
