MIH Megatrends 2025 to spotlight sustainability in healthcare
Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad (fifth from left) at the pre-launch ceremony of the Malaysia International Healthcare Megatrends 2025.
KUALA LUMPUR : The Malaysia International Healthcare Megatrends will return for a second year, and it has set its sights on being more impactful than ever by bringing together global thought leaders, policymakers, clinicians and industry experts.
The global healthcare conference, happening from Nov 25-27 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, aims to position Malaysia at the forefront of regional health transformation and innovation, in light of the nation's Asean chairmanship this year.
Under the theme 'Innovating for a Healthier Sustainable Future', the event will introduce new programme elements, including focussed breakout tracks, interactive engagement zones, and a three-day exhibition split into six key elements, said KPJ Healthcare chairman Ismail Bakar.
The six elements include advanced medical technologies, biopharmaceuticals and advanced therapies, digital health, AI-powered diagnostics and telemedicine, community health and public wellness, as well as sustainable healthcare solutions.
Ismail Bakar.
'We eagerly anticipate the innovations and ideas these exhibitors will showcase: solutions that do not merely address today's needs but anticipate the trajectory of healthcare transformation,' Ismail said at the soft launch of MIH Megatrends 2025 here today.
The conference is in line with the health ministry's strategic priorities, particularly in advancing the aspirations outlined in the health white paper; a comprehensive plan to reform the healthcare sector in phases over the next 15 years.
Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad, who was present at the launch, said MIH Megatrends 2025 will focus on tackling issues related to non-communicable diseases, public health and sustainability.
'It's important for the conference to present itself as a platform where we exchange groundbreaking research findings and innovations. These efforts are crucial in ensuring a healthcare system that is equitable, resilient and sustainable for future generations,' he said.
KPJ Healthcare president and managing director Chin Keat Chyuan said he expects attendance to surpass the 20,000 online and in-person visitors recorded at last year's event.
Chin Keat Chyuan.
'We are definitely aspiring to become the biggest healthcare conference (in Asean) because it not only involves megatrends in Malaysia, but we also want to open up the stage for everyone in Asean,' he told reporters.
Dzulkefly also highlighted the practice of precision medicine and genomic medicine, both of which he believes will become 'the centre piece of innovation' in the healthcare industry. 'I see the potential and benefits of genomic medicine in delivering truly personalised care,' he said.
'I want to emphasise that health is a fundamental human right, and it is our collective responsibility to ensure that everyone has access to quality healthcare services, regardless of their socioeconomic status, gender, age and ethnicity,' he said.
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