https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/32941 Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:42:30 GMT 2026-04-25T19:42:30Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/19598 Title: Giovanni Francesco Buonamico (1639-1680) Abstract: The Environment and Resources Authority has set up the Buonamico Award on the occasion of the World Wildlife Day in recognition of contribution by enthusiasts to our knowledge on the environment. The first Buonamico Award winners were Mr Hubert Spiteri and Mr Michael Briffa. The award-giving ceremony was on 9th March 2017 under the auspices of Her Excellency President Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca. This award is inspired by Giovanni Francesco Buonamico, also known as Ġan Franġisk Bonamico. Sat, 01 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/19598 2017-04-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/19597 Title: Journal of the Malta College of Family Doctors : volume 6 : issue 1 Authors: Mallia, Pierre Abstract: ABELA, M., GALEA, G., & MALLIA, P. - Handling of third party information in the context of blood donation -- AXIAQ, M. C., & BUGEJA, A. - Assessing the use of the Ottawa ankle rules when investigating traumatic pathology of the foot and ankle in a Maltese primary care setting -- DE BATTISTA, N. A. - A study of general practitioners’ awareness of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines regarding the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs -- XUEREB, M. - Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation in Malta : a revolutionary therapy for psychiatric and neurological disorders -- GALEA, M. - Applying leadership styles to the healthcare sector -- BONNICI, J. J. - Giovanni Francesco Buonamico (1639-1680). Sat, 01 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/19597 2017-04-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/19596 Title: Applying leadership styles to the healthcare sector Authors: Galea, Marthese Abstract: Introduction Leadership can have a different meaning to different individuals. The way a person defines a leader depends on many aspects, such as cultural background, beliefs and experiences. Leaders are not in short supply but leaders that truly make a positive difference are not easy to come by. Leadership styles There are many leadership styles that are mentioned in the literature. In this review, four models are discussed which the author thinks best apply to the healthcare sector. The leadership styles that will be described are the Situational Leadership Model, the Exemplary Leadership Model, the Authentic Leadership Model and Goleman’s Leadership Styles. Examples of how these styles can best be adapted to the healthcare system will be discussed. Conclusion A leader can only be successful if there is a proper communication system in place. Leaders of a healthcare system have to capitalize on the fact that the healthcare system is a learning organisation. This will ease the implementation of the strategies since the employees will be more willing to learn new things related to these strategies. Wed, 01 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/19596 2017-03-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/19594 Title: Handling of third party information in the context of blood donation Abstract: The entire relationship between blood donors and the blood collection service is based on trust. Donors understand that the blood service has to be very careful in its selection procedures. Approximately 20,000 blood donors are seen annually in Malta and the vast majority of donors are committed, altruistic and correctly answer the screening questions designed to eliminate donors with risks to themselves or to the potential recipients. However it is known that sometimes very few donors are not completely open and occasionally information is received by a third party about a donor which, if given by the donor, would have precluded donation. How this information is handled is critically important, since the blood service would not wish to compromise the trust which has been built with the vast majority of donors over the years. It becomes a difficult balancing act to ensure the rights of the donor and those of the third party are all respected. Sat, 01 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/19594 2017-04-01T00:00:00Z