Dubai: Experts discuss challenges faced by hospitals around the world at conference

Dubai: Experts discuss challenges faced by hospitals around the world at conference

More than 150 renowned speakers to talk about global healthcare issues at World Hospital Congress

Published: Wed 9 Nov 2022, 4:47 PM Last updated: Wed 9 Nov 2022, 4:56 PM

A conference that will discuss solutions to overcome global health challenges and look at new prospects for cooperation among all participants opened at Dubai World Trade Centre on Wednesday.

The International Hospital Federation’s 45th World Hospital Congress, under the theme Global Learnings, Local Actions: Sustainable Healthcare, features over 30 plenary and parallel sessions, more than 150 renowned speakers, 150 poster presentations and over 13 industry exhibitors.

Highlighting the capabilities of Dubai and the UAE, Awadh Seghayer Al Ketbi, Director General of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), said that organising and hosting such a conference reflects the country's potential as an international hub for healthcare services.

“The conference presents an important opportunity for participants and decision-makers to discuss solutions to overcome health challenges and in particular, to discuss sustainability in healthcare. It poses an important opportunity to share experiences and expertise, strengthen relationships, and discuss new prospects for cooperation among all participants,” he added.

Ronald Lavater, CEO of the IHF, underlined the critical need for sustainable healthcare. “Climate change is already impacting human health and is increasingly