La formation initiale en allergologie : expérience algérienne

After three decades of practice in the field of allergy and clinical immunology, the increasing demand of patient care in allergy, together with the increased need for the training of medical generalists and specialists, have led us to develop a continuing medical education program in this field. This 24-month program, which now exists in Algiers, leads to certification in allergy/immunology. Professors from Algerian and foreign universities contribute to it. The majority of the allergy clinics which may be involved do not at present meet all the criteria of accreditation but it is anticipated that these criteria will be met in the coming years due in large part to this introductory program, together with the continuing medical education that has been available in our country since 1990.