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2025 International Symposium on Poison Control and Research Development
November 14–16, 2025 | Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan

Venue: Chih-Teh Building, Taipei Veterans General Hospital. (1F, No. 322, Sec. 2, Shipai Rd., Beitou District, Taipei City, Taiwan)

The 2025 International Symposium on Poison Control and Research Development brings together global experts in clinical toxicology, emergency medicine, and CBRNe preparedness to share the latest advances in poison control, research innovation, and medical response strategies.

Over three days, the symposium will feature keynote lectures, workshops, and practical training programs co-hosted with MedGlobal, covering topics from chemical and radiological disaster response to novel antidote development and AI-assisted mass casualty triage.

Registration is now open!
We look forward to welcoming you to Taipei for three days of insightful exchange and collaboration.

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Day 1 — Clinical Toxicology Approach to CBRNe

Nov, 14 08:00-17:30

The opening day of the 2025 International Symposium on Poison Control and Research Development focuses on bridging clinical toxicology with CBRNe preparedness and response. Experts from the United States, Estonia, France, and Taiwan will share their experiences in managing chemical and radiological disasters, developing novel therapeutics, and applying artificial intelligence to mass casualty triage.
The program includes four sessions covering CBRNE readiness, clinical skills, natural toxins, and emerging treatment strategies—highlighting the interdisciplinary collaboration between poison centers and emergency medical networks worldwide.
Featured speakers include Dr. Alvin C. Bronstein (America’s Poison Centers, USA), Dr. Luke Yip (Denver Health, USA), Dr. Raido Paasma (West-Tallinn Central Hospital, Estonia), Dr. Farshad Mazda Shirazi (Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center, USA), Dr. Kim D. Janda (Scripps Research, USA), and Dr. Bruno Mégarbane (Paris University, France), along with senior experts from Taiwan’s poison and clinical toxicology community.

Agenda

Time	Topic / Speaker	Duration
08:00–08:15	Registration
08:15–08:25	Opening Remarks	10 min
	Session 1 – CBRNE Readiness & Hazard Management Session Moderators Dr. Chen-Chang Yang (Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan) Dr. Wen-Chi Fann (Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Chiayi, Taiwan)
08:25–09:00	CBRN Disaster Response: Lessons from Two Rail Car Events Dr. Alvin C. Bronstein (America's Poison Centers, USA)	35 min
09:00–09:25	CBRN”E” Overview Dr. Luke Yip (Denver Health, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, USA)	25 min
09:25–09:50	Chemical HAZMAT incidents – How to Manage and Be Prepared Dr. Raido Paasma (West-Tallinn Central Hospital, Estonia)	25min
09:25–09:50	CWA in Baltic Sea – Possible Chemical Threat or Sleeping Disaster Dr. Raido Paasma (West-Tallinn Central Hospital, Estonia)	25min
09:50–10:05	Tea Break	15 min
	Session 2 – Clinical Skills & Emerging Tools Session Moderators Dr. Riley Jones (MedGlobal) Dr. Tim Conley (MedGlobal)
10:05–10:20	Structured Trauma Ultrasound (EFAST): Theory and Practical Training Dr. Chia-Chin Chen (Chang Bing Show-Chwan Memorial Hospital, Changhua)	15 min
10:20–10:50	Training for Rare Nuclear, Biological, or Chemical Events: How to Optimize Learning and Skills? Dr. Farshad Mazda Shirazi (Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center, USA)	30 min
10:50–11:20	Ionizing Radiation Exposure and Injury: Improving Competency for Clinicians Dr. Farshad Mazda Shirazi (Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center, USA)	30 min
11:20–11:50	Artificial Intelligence-Enhanced Mass Casualty Triage in Poison Centers: Revolutionizing Emergency Response to Chemical Disasters Dr. Alvin C. Bronstein (America's Poison Centers, USA)	30 min
11:50–12:00	Panel Discussion & Q&A	10 min
12:00–13:30	Lunch Break	90 min
	Session 3 – Natural Toxins Session Moderators Dr. Cheng-Chung Fang (National Taiwan University Hospital, Taiwan) Dr. Te-I Weng (National Taiwan University Hospital, Taiwan)
13:30–14:15	Bongkrekic Acid Poisoning Outbreak in Taiwan Dr. Jou-Fang Deng (Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan)	45 min
14:15–15:00	Natural Toxins as Warfare Agents and Countermeasures (Virtual) Dr. Bruno Mégarbane (Paris University, France)	45 min
15:00–15:30	Palytoxin Dr. Luke Yip (Denver Health, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, USA)	30 min
15:30–15:45	Tea Break	15 min
	Session 4 – Novel Therapeutics Session Moderators Dr. Jou-Fang Deng (Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan) Dr. Luke Yip (Denver Health, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, USA)
15:45–16:25	Small Molecule Inhibitors for the Treatment of Botulinum Intoxication Dr. Kim D. Janda (Scripps Research, USA)	40 min
16:25–17:05	Synthetic Opioid and Adulterant Toxicity: Antibodies/Vaccines as a Treatment Platform for Toxicity Reversal Dr. Kim D. Janda (Scripps Research, USA)	40 min
17:05–17:30	Panel Discussion & Q&A	25 min

Day 2–Day 3 Nov. 15–16 Train the Trainer Program – MedGlobal

Summary of Training

The MedGlobal Hazardous Materials Medical Management Train the Trainer program will be held over two days at the 2025 International Symposium for Poison Control and Research Development conference at Taipei Veterans General Hospital from November 15 to November 16, 2025. This program aims to equip trainers with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage hazardous materials and CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear) incidents in both pre-hospital and hospital settings. The training will include didactic sessions, practical training, and participation in educational demonstrations.

More Information about MedGlobal, please visit: https://medglobal.org/

Day 2 Nov. 15 08:00-17:00

Agenda

Didactic Training on Toxidrome Recognition, Life-Saving Medical Care in Hazmat/Chemical Weapons Environments, and Decontamination Strategies (Wet and Dry)
White Phosphorus Exposures
Decontamination for Chemical Contaminated Victims
Didactic Training on In-Hospital Management of Chemical Weapons
Didactic Training on In-Hospital Medical Management of Radiation Emergencies
Training on Medical Care While in Hazmat PPE by Dr. Erika Havelka
Industrial Mass Casualty Incidents: Case-Based Panel Discussion
Acute Chemical Exposures in The Industrial Settings: A Case-Based Discussion
Chemical Disaster Response
Role of Antidotes in Industrial Settings

Time	Topic / Speaker	Duration
08:00–08:20	Registration
08:20–08:30	Opening Remarks	10 min
08:30–10:30	Didactic Training on Toxidrome Recognition, Life-Saving Medical Care in Hazmat/Chemical Weapons Environments, and Decontamination Strategies (Wet and Dry) Dr. Tim Conley (MedGlobal)	120 min
10:30–10:50	Tea Break	20 min
10:50–11:10	Panel Discussion: White Phosphorus Exposures Dr. Riley Jones (MedGlobal) Dr. Tim Conley (MedGlobal)	20 min
11:10–11:40	Update on Chemical Warfare Agents in the Ukraine Conflict: Field Evidence and Response Strategies Dr. Riley Jones (MedGlobal)	30 min
11:40–12:00	Decontamination for Chemical Contaminated Victims Dr. Tim Conley (MedGlobal)	20 min
12:00–12:10	Panel Discussion & Q&A	10 min
12:10–13:30	Lunch Break	80 min
13:30–14:30	Didactic Training on In-Hospital Medical Management of Radiation Emergencies Dr. Riley Jones (MedGlobal)	60 min
14:30–15:20	Industrial Chemical Exposures and Disaster Response: Case-Based Interactive Panel Discussion *Panelists:* Dr. Farshad Mazda Shirazi (Arizona Poison & Drug Information Center, USA) Dr. Uyen Vy Doan Vanessa (Dr.HealthCare General Clinic, Vietnam) Dr. Yang Ho (Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan)	50 min
14:30–15:20	Topics: Industrial Mass Casualty Incidents Acute Chemical Exposures in Industrial Settings Chemical Disaster Response Role of Antidotes in Industrial Settings Dr. Riley Jones (MedGlobal) Dr. Tim Conley (MedGlobal)	50 min
15:20–15:40	Tea Break	20 min
	Moderator: Dr. Uyen Vy Doan Vanessa (Dr.HealthCare General Clinic, Vietnam)
15:40–16:20	Chemical Splash Dr. Jou-Fang Deng (Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan)	40 min
16:20–16:40	Taiwan Antidote Network and Preparedness for Industrial Chemical Emergencies Dr. Yang Ho (Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan)	20 min
16:40–17:00	Panel Discussion Q&A	20 min

Day 3 Nov. 16 08:00-12:00

Agenda

Practical Training on Donning and Doffing of PPE, Providing Life-Saving Medical Care in Hazmat PPE, and Limitations of PPE in Hazmat/CBRN Environments

Time	Topic / Speaker	Duration
08:00–08:30	Registration
08:30–09:30	Training on Medical Care While in Hazmat PPE Dr. Erika Havelka (MedGlobal)	60 min
09:30–12:00	Practical Training on Donning and Doffing of PPE, Providing Life-Saving Medical Care in Hazmat PPE, and Limitations of PPE in Hazmat/CBRN Environments Dr. Riley Jones (MedGlobal) Dr. Tim Conley (MedGlobal) Dr. Erika Havelka (MedGlobal) Dr. Sam Song (MedGlobal) Ms. Anna Katherine (Katey) Mishler (MedGlobal)	150 min

Time

Topic / Speaker

Duration

08:00–08:30

Registration

08:30–09:30

Training on Medical Care While in Hazmat PPE

Dr. Erika Havelka (MedGlobal)

60 min

09:30–12:00

Practical Training on Donning and Doffing of PPE, Providing Life-Saving Medical Care in Hazmat PPE, and Limitations of PPE in Hazmat/CBRN Environments

Dr. Riley Jones (MedGlobal)

Dr. Tim Conley (MedGlobal)

Dr. Erika Havelka (MedGlobal)

Dr. Sam Song (MedGlobal)

Ms. Anna Katherine (Katey) Mishler (MedGlobal)

150 min

Program Objectives – Train the Trainer

1.Provide Medical Care in CBRN and Hazardous Materials Environments:

Understand the principles of managing patients exposed to hazardous materials and CBRN agents.
Recognize and respond to toxidromes and other clinical presentations of chemical exposures.

2.Dry and Wet Decontamination Based on the PRISM Study:

Implement effective decontamination strategies, including traditional wet decontamination and dry decontamination techniques.
Apply findings from the PRISM study to improve decontamination processes.

3.Prepare Pre-Hospital and Hospital Staff to Manage Hazmat and CBRN Patients:

Train staff on the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the procedures for donning and doffing PPE.
Develop protocols for the in-hospital management of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear emergencies.
Enhance the ability of healthcare providers to deliver life-saving medical care in hazardous environments.

This comprehensive training program will ensure that participants are well-prepared to train others in managing hazardous materials and CBRN incidents, ultimately improving the overall response to such emergencies and allow students to deliver this training in their home countries with support from MedGlobal.