Dubai: The 7th Emirates Family Medicine Society Congress from April 22nd to 24th at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This event, under the patronage of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, is recognized as the leading annual gathering for family medicine in the GCC and Middle East.
This year, the congress will explore significant advancements such as the use of artificial intelligence and the metaverse in family medicine, along with the role of primary care centers. The event will feature prominent figures from the Dubai Health Authority, the Emirates Genetic Diseases Association, and various leaders from the Gulf Cooperation Council and the Middle East. International experts, including speakers from the American Academy of Family Physicians, will also participate.
The congress is organized by the Emirates Family Medicine Society, part of the Emirates Medical Association, in collaboration with key figures from the Dubai Health Authority. These include Awadh Seghayer Al Ketbi, Dr. Marwan Al Mulla, Dr. Ahmed Al Neaimi, Fatima Abbas, and Saleh Al Hashimi. Dr. Maryam Matar, Founder and Chairperson of the UAE Genetic Diseases Association, will also attend.
The focus this year will be on the impact of AI and metaverse technologies on healthcare, aligning with the UAE’s commitment to integrating AI into medical services as part of its AI strategy and the UAE Centennial 2071 vision.
Prof Dr. Wadeia Mohammed, President of the Emirates Family Medicine Society, highlighted the importance of this congress in promoting the latest in family medicine and exchanging best practices. He emphasized AI’s role in enhancing patient care, supporting healthcare professionals, and improving therapeutic outcomes.
Since its inception in 2018, the congress has grown annually in stature and participation, reflecting its importance in showcasing global advancements in family medicine and the latest in prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and innovative technologies.
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