St. John’s, Antigua – August 2026 – The Metropolitan University College of Medicine (MUCM Antigua) continued its academic excellence series with a high-impact medical seminar on “Basic Concepts of Addiction Medicine” presented by Dr. Jerry Simon.
Held on Thursday, August 6th, 2026, at 9:00 AM AST in the MD5 Classroom, the seminar was attended by all basic science students and clinical students.
Dr. Simon provided a comprehensive introduction to the principles of addiction medicine, exploring its neurobiology, clinical presentation, and growing importance in modern healthcare. The session highlighted how addiction impacts primary care, emergency medicine, psychiatry, and public health, making it essential knowledge for every future physician.
The seminar featured engaging discussions, case-based insights, and peer-to-peer interaction, reinforcing MUCM Antigua’s focus on clinically relevant, future-ready medical education.
Seminars like these are integral to MUCM Antigua’s curriculum, ensuring our students are not only prepared for USMLE and clinical rotations but also for the real-world challenges of patient care.
Stay tuned for more academic events, research seminars, and CME opportunities at MUCM Antigua. For more information about our MD program, visit www.muantigua.org.
