REGISTRATION OPEN | 8th Annual POHER Medical Research & Mentorship Symposium | November 26–28, 2026 | Lusaka, Zambia & Virtual

Annual Medical Research and Mentorship Symposium

The medical research and mentorship symposium is to provide an opportunity for medical students and junior doctors to learn more about research and the importance of mentorship.  The program includes abstract presentations, didactic sessions with speakers discussing the various paths in medicine and mentorship.

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Work-in-Progress (WIP)

POHER’s Work‑in‑Progress (WIP) sessions provide a forum where scholars, alums, and African Association of Future Gastroenterologists (AAFG) members showcase ongoing research, receive constructive feedback from expert mentors, and engage in collaborative discussion.​

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POHER Educational Series

The POHER Educational Series was launched in April 2020 as a platform to educate, inform, and inspire. Designed to support students, early-career professionals, and lifelong learners, the series provides a unique opportunity to engage with experts in global health, research, education, leadership, and more.