Annual Meeting
The AIMS SA/NT Branch Annual Meeting will commence at 6:30pm and is expected to run for approximately 10 minutes.
The Branch Annual Report will be presented. There are no elections scheduled this year.
Members are welcome to attend the Annual Meeting. Attendees joining for the educational presentation only may arrive from approximately 6:40pm.
Guest Speaker – AIMS 2026 Travelling Orator - Kerryn Weekes
TOPIC: Thalassaemia testing - The
influence of changing demographics
Thalassaemia is one of the world's most common inherited blood disorders, with increasing population mobility and migration patterns continuing to influence its prevalence across Australia. As laboratory professionals encounter a more diverse patient population, understanding the evolving landscape of thalassaemia testing has become increasingly important.
This presentation will explore how changing demographics are impacting the demand for thalassaemia screening, diagnosis and genetic testing. Attendees will gain insight into the laboratory approaches used to investigate thalassaemia, the challenges associated with result interpretation, and the role of molecular testing in supporting accurate diagnosis and patient management.
Through case studies, this session will highlight the importance of recognising at-risk populations, understanding genotype–phenotype relationships, and adapting laboratory practice to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse healthcare environment.
Guest Speaker –Stago
TOPIC: Your Data, Managed
Learn how smart data management solutions can streamline laboratory workflows, improve connectivity and provide valuable insights to support efficient, high-quality diagnostic services.
Attendance Options
This is a hybrid event.
Participants may attend:
- In person in Adelaide
- Via Zoom from anywhere in Australia
Non-members and members from outside South Australia and the Northern Territory are welcome to attend the educational presentation either in person or online.
Sponsor
Light refreshments will be available thanks to the generosity of our sponsor, Stago.
Please note that we may not be able to cater for all dietary requirements.
