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SMDC at #AMCOA25 Conference on "Regulator 2.0: The Balanced Approach"

The Seychelles Medical and Dental Council (SMDC) is participating in the 25th Annual Conference of the Association of Medical Councils of Africa (#AMCOA25), held under the theme "Regulator 2.0: The Balanced Approach." This annnual event brings together regulatory authorities across Africa to explore innovative, collaborative, and responsive approaches to health profession regulation in a changing healthcare landscape. The conference theme,...

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Capacity Building Workshop: Strengthening Health Professional Regulation

SMDC Enhances Council Leadership and Regulatory Expertise The Seychelles Medical and Dental Council (SMDC) recently participated in a capacity-building workshop alongside fellow health regulatory bodies, held from 23 to 24 July 2025. This intensive two-day programme focused on strengthening professional self-regulation and enhancing the effectiveness of council leadership. Participants delved into the fundamentals of health professional...

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SMDC Participates in Conference on Access to Information and Media Freedom

Savoy Resort and Spa. Beau Vallon - SMDC participates in a half-day conference organised by the Information Commission in collaboration with UNESCO and the Centre for Law and Democracy. SMDC information officer, Mrs Nathacia Barra, joined information officers from government ministries and affiliated bodies in a half-day workshop regarding their responsibilities under the Access to Information Act. Information officers are nominated by the heads...

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Meet the Candidates

Dr. Luis Campanella (Doctor - Public) Biography: My name is Dr. Luis Campanella, and I was born in Valencia, Venezuela, on March 10, 1987. I graduated as a General Practitioner in 2012 from the Universidad Nacional Experimental Rómulo Gallegos in Venezuela. In 2016, I moved to Seychelles, where I have been working in the community healthcare field, providing medical care and support to patients in need. Over the years, I have expanded my...

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Announcement - 2025 Board Election

Dear Registrants, The Seychelles Medical and Dental Council wishes to inform all registrants that the selection of Council members will occur from 24th to 28th March 2025 via an online voting platform. To vote as well as to be eligible to stand for election, your registration must be valid and you must have a valid personal email address. In preparation for the process, the Council is requesting all medical practitioners and dentists to: Renew...

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