LOCATION
International Medical University, Bukit Jalil,
Kuala Lumpur, MY
Venue
Friday Nov 29, 2024
Two sessions of the IDDSI Masterclass are available at:
8:00 AM - 12.30 PM or 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Only 70 spaces available for each session – sign up early to secure your spot! When you register, choose only one of the sessions.
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Early Bird (before September 30, 2024) – 300 RM
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Regular (after September 30, 2024) – 400 RM
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Student Rate – 200 RM (must have valid student ID - Please contact organizer for registration)
Masterclass registration fee will include lunch and one refreshment break.
Saturday Nov 30, 2024
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Full Day Asia IDDSI Festival 2024
270 spaces available this year due to popular demand last year
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Early Bird (before September 30, 2024) – 550 RM
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Regular (after September 30, 2024) – 650 RM
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Student Rate – 450 RM (must have valid student ID - Please contact organizer for registration)
Festival registration fee will include lunch and tea break refreshments.
Attend both days at a special combined rate
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Early Bird (before September 30, 2024) – 800 RM
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Regular (after September 30, 2024) – 900 RM
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Student Rate – 650 RM (must have valid student ID - Please contact organizer for registration)
Program Overview
Friday, November 29th, 2024
Masterclass (2 session times to choose from)
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM or 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
In the Masterclass, participants could expect guided, hands-on opportunities to prepare texture modified foods, to utilize IDDSI testing methods and to exchange techniques for adapting Asian cuisine to meet the needs of individuals with swallowing difficulties and optimize their nutrition status.
Location: IMU Teaching Kitchen
Why attend the Masterclass?
Participants will work in small teams to prepare and present texture modified foods in a friendly and slightly competitive environment. You may get a chance to be voted Asia IDDSI Festival MasterChef team of 2024!
The masterclass will focus on:
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Preparing IDDSI Level 4 Pureed, IDDSI Level 5 Minced & Moist and IDDSI Level 6 Soft & Bite-Sized foods
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Storing & reheating techniques of texture modified foods
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Discussion about must have kitchen utensils for modifying food textures
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How to Stimulate all the Senses with IDDSI culinary innovations & solutions
And most of all, the masterclass will involve very robust facilitated discussions in a down to earth, practical, social learning setting.
Saturday November 30th, 2024
Asia IDDSI Festival Program
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Join us for the 2nd Annual Asia IDDSI Festival. Last year’s event was sold out and we have chosen a venue that will allow for more participants this year thanks to the partnership with International Medical University.
Location: IMU Auditorium
Festival Program Topics to include:
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Dysphagia Unplugged: Why we modify food and Drinks? (Reasons, Benefits & Burden)
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Multidisciplinary Assessment of Dysphagia
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Tongue pressure & Bolus formation
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Thermal dynamic of pharyngeal Swallow: Unveiling the Impact of Temperature
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Safety First: An Approach to Choke-Free Texture Modification for Asian Favourite Foods
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Why are medications so hard to swallow?
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Inside Out: Sharing Patient/Caretaker Experience Navigating Feeding Difficulties – Panel Discussion
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Showcase of IDDSI Implementation in Asia – Learn about what others around you are doing
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Unity In Diversity: Navigating Dysphagia with Cultural Sensitivity
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The Art of Crafting Nutrient-Dense Dysphagia Diet
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Dining with Dignity
Register early to secure your spot and the early bird pricing!
We're excited to meet you in Kuala Lumpur!