National Association of Perioperative Nurses of Nigeria Affiliated to NANNM 20th Annual National Seminar/Scientific Conference

The National Association of Perioperative Nurses of Nigeria (NAPON) Affiliated to NANNM cordially invites the public to her 20^th Annual National Seminar/Scientific Conference – 20^th Anniversary “Termed Ebonyi 2020” under the chairmanship of Dr. Umeora O.U.J.

Theme: Emerging Technology and Perioperative Nursing Practice in Nigeria: Implication for Nursing Practice

Date: 24^th November, 2020

Venue: Prof. P.O. Ezeonu Auditorium AEFUTHA 1

Time: 9:00am

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