As part of Mansoura University's commitment to promoting a culture of medication safety, the hospital organized an introductory lecture on pharmacovigilance awareness on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The lecture was sponsored by:
Prof. Dr. Hazem Hakim, Hospital Director, and attended by representatives from various departments and units, as well as pharmacists, nurses, and infection control officials.
The lecture's main focus was highlighting the concept of pharmacovigilance and its importance in enhancing patient safety through post-marketing drug monitoring. Participants also learned how to report adverse drug reactions or any related problems to ensure rapid intervention and address potential risks. The lecture also included a detailed explanation of reporting forms and the data required to ensure the validity of reports, which contributes to building an accurate database that helps improve the quality of healthcare and promote the safe use of medications.
The lecture was delivered by Dr. Heidi Yousry Al-Saeed, a fellow at the Internal Medicine Specialist Hospital and Pharmacovigilance Officer, provided a comprehensive explanation of the importance of monitoring and evaluating adverse drug reactions and their impact on developing therapeutic practices and ensuring the highest levels of safety and therapeutic efficacy. The Internal Medicine Specialist Hospital affirms its ongoing commitment to developing the healthcare system and promoting a culture of drug reporting, which positively impacts the quality of healthcare and patient safety.