EMR medical students' meeting concludes today
MUSCAT: The 21st Regional Meeting of the Eastern Mediterranean Medical Students' Associations (EMR21) of the International Federation of Medical Students' Associations (IFMSA) commenced in Muscat, with over 450 students from 18 countries participating. The event concludes tomorrow, February 10.
The opening ceremony was held under the auspices of Azzan bin Qasim al Busaidy, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism for Tourism.
Hind bint Yousef Al Balushiyah, Chairperson of the Organising Committee, in her speech emphasised that the meeting highlights the significant role of medical students in advancing the healthcare sector regionally. She noted, "The Middle East is a region woven with diverse cultures, history and challenges, but our shared passion for medicine unites us in striving for a better future."
Mahmoud Abdel-Naeem
Dr John Jabbour, WHO Representative in Oman, highlighted the essential role of youth in improving health outcomes and supporting national health efforts. He praised Oman as a leader in health initiatives and stressed the importance of investing in health systems to address global challenges.
Mahmoud Abdel Naeem, Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean at IFMSA, shared the vision of young people in advancing healthcare, emphasising that youth involvement is vital for a sustainable future in public health.
The meeting's theme, 'Global Health and Peace Initiative,' focuses on strengthening healthcare systems amid challenges and fostering peace through health. Workshops will cover topics such as antibiotic resistance, mental health, scientific research and disaster management, offering valuable insights and opportunities for collaboration among medical students. The regional meeting further solidifies Oman's standing as a prominent leader in the medical field both regionally and globally. — ONA
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EMR medical students' meeting concludes today
MUSCAT: The 21st Regional Meeting of the Eastern Mediterranean Medical Students' Associations (EMR21) of the International Federation of Medical Students' Associations (IFMSA) commenced in Muscat, with over 450 students from 18 countries participating. The event concludes tomorrow, February 10. The opening ceremony was held under the auspices of Azzan bin Qasim al Busaidy, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism for Tourism. Hind bint Yousef Al Balushiyah, Chairperson of the Organising Committee, in her speech emphasised that the meeting highlights the significant role of medical students in advancing the healthcare sector regionally. She noted, "The Middle East is a region woven with diverse cultures, history and challenges, but our shared passion for medicine unites us in striving for a better future." Mahmoud Abdel-Naeem Dr John Jabbour, WHO Representative in Oman, highlighted the essential role of youth in improving health outcomes and supporting national health efforts. He praised Oman as a leader in health initiatives and stressed the importance of investing in health systems to address global challenges. Mahmoud Abdel Naeem, Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean at IFMSA, shared the vision of young people in advancing healthcare, emphasising that youth involvement is vital for a sustainable future in public health. The meeting's theme, 'Global Health and Peace Initiative,' focuses on strengthening healthcare systems amid challenges and fostering peace through health. Workshops will cover topics such as antibiotic resistance, mental health, scientific research and disaster management, offering valuable insights and opportunities for collaboration among medical students. The regional meeting further solidifies Oman's standing as a prominent leader in the medical field both regionally and globally. — ONA
