Islamic International Medical College Trust (IIMCT)

International Conference on Medical Education (ICME)
2020-10-19 07:00 - 23:30 UTC | Riphah Islamabad Campus, Pakistan
Sixth ICME 2019
Sixth International Conference on Medical Education was organized from 19-22 October 2019, in Islamabad Pakistan. It was second occasion, after the first ICME in 2009, that the conference was organized in Islamabad after ten years. By now ICME has increased its scope and includes other branches of Health Profession (Dental, Nursing, Rehabilitation Medicine and Pharmacy) as well. Because of this, the theme of the conference had been given “21st Century Challenges in Health Professions Education”.
The conference was organized in academic partnership with Army Medical College, Fazaia Medical College, Foundation University, Rawalpindi Medical University, Tameer-i-Millat University, University of Lahore, Dow Medical University and Jinnah Sind Medical University. It was supported by Association for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE), Society of Medical Educationists (Pakistan), International Federation of Medical Students’ Association and Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Edinburgh. The conference was patronized by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan and Pakistan Science Foundation.
The main objectives of the 6th conference included:
1. To discuss internal and external challenges confronted by Health Profession Education both nationally and internationally.
2. Sharing the challenges imposed by societal issues, social accountability, accreditation standards and healthcare reforms.
3. Discussion on standards for medical schools, defined outcomes, inculcation of ethical values, and methods of assessment for 21st Century.
4. Faculty development and promotion of scholarship of teaching to maintain excellence in health profession education.
Main topics selected included Students Assessment, Islamic Ethics, Continuing Professional Development, Interprofessional Education, Patient safety, Professionalism and Integrity, Curriculum Viability, Student Selection, Educational Leadership, Empowering Learners, Accreditation Standards, Artificial Intelligence, Simulation and Educational Research.
The event comprised two days of Pre-Conference courses and workshops and two days of main conference. Pre-Conference Courses and Workshops were conducted at three campuses of Riphah International University and campuses of partners institutions on 19th and 20th October while main conference was held at Pak-China Friendship Center on 21st and 22nd October. In all four courses and thirty PCW were conducted. Courses were conducted on Educational Leadership, Research in Health Profession Education, Developing an Online Course and Understanding Entrustable Professional Activities. PCWs covered a wide range of hot topics in Health Profession Education and included subjects like Mentoring, Artificial Intelligence, Simulated Patients and Time Management. There were total of 39 International and National Experts who conducted these courses and workshops. International speakers came from USA, UK, Netherlands, UAE, KSA, Iran and Vietnam whereas national speakers came from almost all parts of Pakistan.
Total of 267 abstracts were received from national and international presenters. Of these 242 were accepted while 213 registered. Abstracts were divided into 19 sessions of oral presentations, 5 sessions of poster presentations and 10 free conference workshops. In addition, there were two Plenaries, five Symposia and five sessions of What the Experts say? sessions on various topics of current interest.
Plenaries were delivered by Prof Olle ten Cate from Netherland, Prof Brownel Anderson from USA, Prof Hossam Hamdi from UAE and Prof Ronald Harden. Prof Ronald Harden, who was not allowed to travel by his doctors sent his recorded plenary that was run as first plenary lecture.
Sixth ICME will be held from 19-22 October 2019 at Pak-China Centre, Islamabad, Pakistan.
First ICME 2009, organized by Riphah International University, was held in Islamabad.
Second ICME 2010 was held in Abu Dhabi
Third ICME 2013 was held in Mauritius.
Fourth ICME 2015 was held in Istanbul, Turkey.
Fifth ICME was held in Abu Dhabi
Sixth ICME was held in Islamabad.

7th International Water Conference (7IWC) on “Water Security and Climate Change Adaptability”
2022-12-29 09:00 - 2022-12-30 17:00 | Riphah Institute of Public Policy, Pakistan
The 7th International Water Conference (7IWC) on “Water Security and Climate Change Adaptability” was organized by Riphah Institute of Public Policy, Riphah International University, PCRWR, and Water Aid in collaboration with Federal Flood Commission, University of Baltistan, Comsats University, Mehran University and department of Islamic Studies, Riphah International University from 29-30 December 2022 at Islamabad. The conference aimed to identify gaps in policies and planning in the water and climate change sector and to work out plausible recommendations.
The inaugural remarks were given by; Mr. Hassan Muhammad Khan, Chancellor, Riphah University, Dr. Muhammad Ashraf, Chairman, PCRWR, Mr. Arif Jabbar Khan, Country Director, Water Aid and Mr. Ahmad Kamal, Chairman, Federal Flood Commission, Ministry of Water Resources, Govt of Pakistan in addition to the overview given by Dr. Rashid Aftab, Director, RIPP.
Along with the scholars from Pakistan, International scholars including Dr. Imtiaz Khan, Dean George Washington University, USA, Dr. Asif Khan, University of Auckland, New Zealand, Ms. Tazeen Hasan, Canadian journalist, Dr. Akbar Zaid, Professor, Salam University, Afghanistan also contributed through their deliberations.
The speakers highlighted that Pakistan is at a very critical crossroads and there is a strong need to manage its fast decreasing per capita water availability, the erratic river flows, and changing water regimes due to climate change. The situation of water quality is not promising in the country which has an enormous impact on the health and well-being of the citizens of the country. It was highlighted that water security is an emerging national security challenge for Pakistan. The water availability vis-a-vis the burgeoning population, agriculture, and other uses of water are critical. The impacts of abnormal melting of glaciers, non-availability of dams for storage of rainwater, and lack of smart means for agricultural water have to be examined with empirically validated arguments. Further, in addition to engineering, management, economics, and social perspective of water & climate change, the Islamic perspective has also to be taken into account for creating awareness and policy advocacy. The preliminary session was followed by 4 technical sessions including a) Climate Change & Maritime Security, b) Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF), c) Water Pollution & Waste Water Management, and d) Islamic Perspective on Climate Change. Sixty-Three (63) scholarly written papers were presented by the researchers/ academicians/ scientists from; PCRWR, University of Mehran, Centre of Research on Climate Change, Comsats, University of Baltistan, Balochistan University, International Islamic University, PIDE and Islamic Studies Department, Riphah, etc.
The presenters emphasized that a practical approach, consistent policies, political stability, effective water governance, and budget allocations are to be pursued to address the climate change issues. The conference concluded with the closing ceremony. Dr. Waleed Rasool, Dr. Musab, and Mr. Kashif Zaheer appreciated the partners and fellow faculty for their efforts for the successful conference. They also applauded the students for their contribution to the conference. In the end, souvenirs and certificates were given to Guest Speakers, Presenters, and organizers of the conference. Notable national media houses and newspapers covered the conference.

8th International Conference on Medical Education
2023-10-07 09:00 - 2023-10-10 17:00 | Baku, Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan
Transforming Health Professions Education: Trends, Challenges and Solutions
The 8th International Conference on Medical Education (ICME) 2023 held from October 7th to 10th in the beautiful city of Baku, Azerbaijan, marked a significant milestone in the world of medical education. This conference, organized through a fruitful collaboration between Riphah International University and Azerbaijan Medical University, was a resounding success, with robust participation and rich content. ICME 2023 was a comprehensive event featuring 33 pre-conference workshops and 4 courses, aimed at enhancing participants’ understanding of medical education issues and strategies. The conference also highlighted 111 research presentations, consisting of 96 oral and 15 poster presentations, covering diverse topics ranging from curriculum development to innovative teaching methods. Moreover, 8 interactive conference workshops provided attendees with hands-on experiences and valuable knowledge sharing opportunities. ICME 2023 achieved a significant milestone by being accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME). This accreditation, awarded 24.5 CME Credits to the conference, attests to the exceptional quality of the event and its educational content.

7th International Conference on Patient Safety (ICPS)
2024-05-10 09:00 - 2024-05-11 17:00 | Jinnah Convention Center Islamabad., Pakistan
Riphah International University and Riphah Institute of Healthcare Improvement & Safety (RIHIS) organized the 7th International Conference on Patient Safety (ICPS) at Jinnah Convention Center Islamabad. For the past eight years, RIHIS has been the driving force behind the region’s largest annual gathering on patient safety, attracting prominent figures in the healthcare sector such as key opinion leaders, domain experts, regulators, academia, and stakeholders from around the globe. ICPS provides a platform to allow experts in Patient Safety to come together to create momentum in the advancement of Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety in Pakistan and the region. This year the conference spotlighted the theme of “Diagnostic Safety,” highlighting the fundamental importance of accurate and timely diagnoses in effective healthcare delivery.
The event featured esteemed figures including Mr. Hassan Muhammad Khan Chancellor Riphah International University and Patron ICPS, Mr. Asadullah Khan Executive Director Riphah and Co Patron ICPS alongside Dr. Zakiuddin Ahmed Chairman ICPS and renowned international speakers: Mr. Murat Soner Kucukkaya, Managing Director, JCIA Middle East & Africa, Ms. Leslee Thompson, CEO, Accreditation Canada, Prof. Dr. Seval Akgun, Chief Quality Officer Baskent University Hospital Network Turkey, Dr. Mohamed Syahid bin Hassan, SingHealth Duke-NUS Institute for Patient Safety and Quality, Singapore. Dr. Muhammad Ahmed Kazi, Director General of Health, and Mr. Arshad Qaimkhani, CEO of the Sehat Sahulat Program, graced the conference as guest of honors. Furthermore, Dr. Faisal Sultan, Group CEO of SKMCH&RC, and Medical Directors and CEOs from AKU, Al Khidmat, The Indus Hospital, and Ali Medical Center joined the event as national speakers, sharing their insights regarding the significance of patient safety for the healthcare system in Pakistan. With a mission to ensure safe and quality healthcare services for all patients in Pakistan, the conference aimed to foster collaboration among global leaders in patient safety and engage local stakeholders. The success and enthusiastic participation in ICPS signifies a positive step towards enhancing patient safety and healthcare quality in Pakistan, reflecting ongoing efforts in this crucial area.

5th Lifestyle Medicine Retreat
2024-10-04 09:00 - 2024-10-06 17:00 | Highland Country Club, Pakistan
From October 4th to 6th, 2024, Riphah International University, in partnership with the Pakistan Association of Lifestyle Medicine (PALM), hosted the 5th International Conference on Lifestyle Medicine Retreat. Held at the beautiful Highland Country Club, this unique event provided participants with a peaceful and refreshing environment to explore the latest developments in lifestyle medicine. This was the first retreat-style conference of its kind in Pakistan, blending professional learning with healthy activities. Over three days, attendees took part in engaging workshops, scientific sessions, and important discussions, while also enjoying yoga and nature walks to support their well-being. Worthy Chancellor Riphah International University, Mr. Hassan Muhammad Khan, shared his thoughts during the event, highlighting the significance of this conference. Other key speakers included Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Anis Ahmed, Dr. Zia Abbas, President of PALM, Dr. Shagufta Feroz, Director of the Riphah Institute of Lifestyle Medicine (RILM), and Dr. Beth Frates, President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Munira Abbasi, Vice President of PALM, led workshops and served as the moderator of this successful event. Key topics discussed included how lifestyle changes can help prevent heart disease, manage diabetes, and improve the healthcare system. The conference highlighted how lifestyle medicine can play a vital role in addressing non-communicable diseases and promoting long-term health. Participants left the retreat feeling energized and motivated, having had the chance to connect with experts, share research, and contribute to the global movement of lifestyle medicine in a beautiful and inspiring setting.
