Manama Health Congress Announces Fourth Edition in Partnership with Arab Hospitals Federation
According to Bahrain News Agency, Dr. Al Jalahma stated that the conference, titled 'Shaping the Future of Healthcare and Insights,' will focus on technological advancements, smart hospitals, and the use of information systems and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the quality of healthcare services. She emphasized that the event will be held in collaboration with the Arab Hospitals Federation, which will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of the congress and exhibition by providing a professional platform for knowledge exchange and networking among healthcare professionals.
The announcement was made during a press conference organized by Government Hospitals, attended by Fadi Alama, President of the Arab Hospitals Federation, and Alice Boueiz, Executive Director of the Federation, on the sidelines of the Arab Health Conference and Exhibition in Dubai. The event was held to announce the fourth edition of Manama Health, which is scheduled to take place from December 11-13 in partnership with the Arab Hospitals Federation.
Dr. Al Jalahma also introduced a new initiative aimed at promoting the responsible and secure use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. The initiative focuses on ensuring that AI-driven innovations enhance the quality of medical services while maintaining patient safety and ethical standards. It seeks to establish guidelines for the safe integration of AI technologies in the healthcare sector, reinforcing accountability in their application and safeguarding against potential risks.
Alama underscored the Federation's commitment to advancing the healthcare sector, driving innovation, and enhancing collaboration across the Arab world. He highlighted the impact of the strategies and visions that will be discussed in shaping the future of healthcare both within the region and beyond. Alama expressed appreciation for this constructive partnership, which seeks to ensure the continued development of healthcare services with a strong focus on patient-centered care, sustainability, and innovation.
Bouiez expressed her pride in the Federation's participation in the conference and exhibition, reflecting its commitment to advancing technological innovation and ensuring the secure and effective integration of AI in healthcare to enhance service quality in the region. She also underscored the Federation's objective of facilitating knowledge and expertise exchange among professionals and stakeholders to develop innovative solutions that contribute to improving healthcare services.
Manama Health is regarded as one of the region's leading healthcare events, dedicated to promoting innovation and collaboration among key players in the sector. The event serves as a comprehensive platform for discussions on various healthcare topics and showcases the latest advancements in medical and therapeutic technology.
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