The Australian Islamic Medical Association (AIMA) has opened early bird ticket sales for its highly anticipated National Conference, scheduled over next year’s Easter Weekend 19-20 April 2025, at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC).
Titled “Setting Your Compass: Navigating Healthcare and Fostering Resilience,” this biennial event, now in its second edition, is set to be the largest Islamic medical conference held on a national level in Australia.
The conference’s main plenary sessions will take place in a largescale theatre of the MCEC, while nearby breakout rooms will host smaller workshops and interactive sessions.
In a significant first, AIMA will also present findings from a groundbreaking study on “Islamophobia: The Experience of Muslim and Non-Muslim Healthcare Professionals in Australia.”
The conference features an impressive array of international speakers, including:
- Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool (South Africa): Former ambassador to the USA, founder of the World for All Foundation, and close colleague of Nelson Mandela, Rasool will attend in person, bringing his wealth of experience in leadership and activism.
- Dr Gabor Maté (Canada): A retired physician, bestselling author, and expert on trauma and mental health, Maté will join via Zoom, sharing his insights with the healthcare community.
- Dr Musa Mohd Nordin (Malaysia): Consultant paediatrician, neonatologist, and founder of several impactful humanitarian organizations, Dr Musa will be in person, adding his renowned perspectives on global healthcare.
- Professor Shafi Ahmed (UK): A leading surgeon, educator, and digital health innovator, Professor Ahmed will participate online, bringing his visionary approach to the future of healthcare.
The conference warmly welcomes a wide range of health professionals, including doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, psychologists, allied health workers, and university students aspiring for healthcare careers.
Early bird tickets are now on sale. Visit aimaconference.com for tickets and more details.
Join AIMA in what promises to be a unique opportunity to network, learn, and thrive in your respective fields; while building resilience in the face of modern healthcare challenges.
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