Program & Speakers
Come hear the latest in research and care, for researchers, clinicians, allied health professionals, families and people in support roles, including hearing from people living with PWS.
Leading international plenary speakers
Dr Deepan Singh, Psychiatrist and author of Neuro-behavioural Manifestations of Prader-Willi Syndrome.Dr. Deepan Singh is a board-certified child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist, who has developed a strong interest and expertise in the management of Prader-Willi Syndrome. Dr. Singh serves as the Vice Chair of Ambulatory Services and Chief of Research and Grants at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.
He has numerous peer-reviewed publications and presentations on the behavioural aspects of PWS. He remains active clinically and in clinical research. He serves on the scientific review boards for Prader-Willi Syndrome Association (USA) and the Foundation for Prader-Willi Research. He is also part of the International Prader Willi Syndrome Organisation's Mental Health Network.
Dr. Singh's most recent work is his book "Neuro-behavioural Manifestations of Prader-Willi Syndrome: A Guide for Clinicians and Caregivers" which is an easy-to-read resource for all clinicians and caregivers taking care of persons with PWS.
Professor Tony Holland, Psychiatrist and President IPWSO.
Prof Holland has led a range of research guiding treatment and supports for people with intellectual disabilities, including specific research interests in the eating, behavioural and mental health problems associated with PWS.
In 2010 he was elected a Fellow of the UK Academy of Medical Sciences and in 2015 he was awarded a CBE for services to psychiatry. He has served as President of IPWSO since 2016.
Plus...a host of local and international experts, such as A/Prof David Godler (genomics and newborn screening), Dr Janet Franklin (healthy eating), A/Prof Honey Heusler (Centre of Expertise) and Dr Duangrurdee Wattanasirichaigoon (genetics and equity)
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