19 October, 2007

Presidential Address: Slideshow

Presidential Address: Helping drug misusers - Dr Richard Watson

2007 Presidential Address given to the Glasgow Southern Medical Society by Dr Richard Watson.

Dr Watson describes his work as a newly qualified doctor in Nicaragua, political activities, the misuse of illicit drugs by leading figures in literature and popular culture, and experiences of prescribing harm reduction regimens for his patients.

The meeting is introduced by Past President, Mr David Ritchie, and the vote of thanks is proposed by Dr Duncan MacIntyre.

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09 October, 2007

Notice of meeting: Presidential Address - ‘Helping drug misusers without getting struck off’

You are cordially invited to attend the meeting:
Presidential Address - 'Helping drug misusers without getting struck off'

Dr Watson reflects on his practice, and on Bob Dylan, Saddam Hussein, Anna Karenina and other matters.

Speaker: Dr Richard Watson
Date and time: Thursday, October 11th 2007, 6.15 for 7.00pm
Buffet meal available from 6.15pm

Venue:
Ebenezer Duncan Centre
Victoria Infirmary, Langside, Glasgow