January 1, 2022 #

Basic Surgical Skills Workshop Facilitators: Dr. Farah Hameed | Dr. Anam Younas | Dr. Ibaad Khan | Dr.

Basic Surgical Skills Workshop

Facilitators:

Dr. Farah Hameed | Dr. Anam Younas | Dr. Ibaad Khan | Dr. Samia Shuja | Dr. Aisha Wali | Dr. Ayesha Saba | Dr. Sadia Rauf
Time:

9:00 am - 1:30 pm

Venue:

Skill Lab - 2 Halls, Indus College of Nursing & Midwifery

Department:

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Practical Approach and New Developments in Management of Diabetes Mellitus

Facilitators:

Dr. Asif Hafeez | Dr. Abdul Shakoor
Time:

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room - 4th Floor. Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Endocrinology

January 3, 2022 #

Ultrasound Guided Chest & Upper Limb Nerves and Plexus Block Facilitators: Dr. Syed Talal Ahmed | Professor Saeeda

Ultrasound Guided Chest & Upper Limb Nerves and Plexus Block

Facilitators:

Dr. Syed Talal Ahmed | Professor Saeeda Haider | Dr. Admir Hadzic | Dr. Vinod Kumar | Dr. Aneel Kumar | Dr. Adeel ur Rehman | Dr. Saeed Shah | Dr. Muhammad Riaz
Time:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room | Training Room | Board Room | Foyer, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care & Pain Management

January 4, 2022 #

Diagnostic Microbiology – Advance Modalities Facilitators: Dr. Fareeha Adnan | Shakir Hussain | Dr. Nazia Perveen | Dr.

Diagnostic Microbiology – Advance Modalities

Facilitators:

Dr. Fareeha Adnan | Shakir Hussain | Dr. Nazia Perveen | Dr. Nazia Khursheed | Dr. Syed Muhammad Zeeshan
Time:

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Venue:

3rd Floor, Woodcraft Building, Korangi, Karachi

Department:

Microbiology

Advance Laparoscopic Surgeries with Practice on Simulation - Live Sessions

Facilitators:

Dr. Ghina Shamsi | Dr. Sheeraz Siddique| Dr. Nazia Lodhi
Time:

9:00 am - 1:30 pm

Venue:

Nursing Seminar Hall Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

General Surgery

Foundations of Successful Grant Proposals

Facilitators:

Dr. Naila Baig-Ansari | Dr. Javeria Aijaz | Rabia Khan | Nida Ghouri

Guest Speakers:

Dr. Dana Lapato | Dr. Sarah Zaidi
Time:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Training Room, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

IHRC

Airway Management for Nurses

Facilitators:

Sarah Junaid | Mehreen Aman
Time:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room - 4th Floor Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Nursing Services

January 5, 2022 #Room 206

Staphylococcus Aureus: The Big, Bad, Bug. Facilitators: Dr. Faisal Hanif | Dr. Altaf Ahmed | Dr. Naseem Salahuddin

Staphylococcus Aureus: The Big, Bad, Bug.

Facilitators:

Dr. Faisal Hanif | Dr. Altaf Ahmed | Dr. Naseem Salahuddin | Dr. Sidra Andaleep
Time:

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room - 4th Floor, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Infectious Dieases

Respiratory support in Neonates

Facilitators:

Dr. Junaid Muhib Khan | Dr. Ali Shabbir | Dr. Syed Rehan Ali | Dr. Sikander Hayat
Time:

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room, Sheikh Saeed Memorial Campus, Karachi

Department:

Neonatology (NICU)

January 6, 2022 #Room 206

Sick child: Early Identification and Rapid Stabilization Facilitators: Dr. Saba Laila | Dr. Zareen | Dr. Arsalan Dr.

Sick child: Early Identification and Rapid Stabilization

Facilitators:

Dr. Saba Laila | Dr. Zareen | Dr. Arsalan Dr. Sara Fatima | Dr. Quratulain | Mehreen Amanali | Muhammad Wajid | Dr. Unaisa
Time:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Skill Lab - 2 Halls Indus Collegeof Nursing and Midwifery, Karachi

Department:

Pediatric Emergency

NRP Provider Course

Facilitators:

Dr. Vikram Kumar | Dr. Sana Niaz | Dr. Javeria Zahid Ahmed | Dr. Iqrar Ali | Dr. Faraz Ahmed
Time:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room Sheikh Saeed Memorial Campus, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

IRTC

Flow Cytometry: Digitalization of Cells – From Colors to Correct Diagnosis

Facilitators:

Dr. Talha Israr | Dr. Omer Javed | Dr. Fatima Meraj
Time:

9:00 am - 2:30 pm

Venue:

Training Room Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Hematology

Helping Babies Breathe

Facilitators:

Dr. Aiesha | Dr. Gulshan | Dr. Rhuma
Time:

9:00-3:00 pm

Venue:

Nursing Seminar Hall, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Family Medicine

Step Inside Patient Safety: No Room for Errors

Facilitators:

Ammara Joreg | Khairunnisa Saleem
Time:

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room - 4th Floor Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Nursing Services

January 8, 2022 #Room 206

Peritoneal Dialysis Facilitators: Dr. Javeria Chughtai Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Venue: Seminar Room - 4th Floor,

Peritoneal Dialysis

Facilitators:

Dr. Javeria Chughtai
Time:

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room - 4th Floor, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Nephrology

Pediatric Neuro Onco-Imaging

Facilitators:

Dr. Saad Jamal | Dr. Rafeah | Dr. Kashif | Dr. Kiran Hilal
Time:

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Venue:

Training Room, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Radiology

Simulation Educators Development Workshop

Facilitators:

Dr. Sama Mukhtar | Dr. Adeel Khatri
Time:

3:00 - 8:00 pm

Venue:

Virtual Workshop, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Adult Emergency

Bioethics Workshop on Privacy and Confidentiality

Facilitators:

Dr. Mustafa Aslam | Dr. Sumaira Khowaja-Punjwani
Time:

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Venue:

Pediatric Seminar Room, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Pediatric Emergency

Oncological emergencies: What pediatricians should know

Facilitators:

Dr. Zehra Fadoo
Time:

9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Venue:

Nursing Seminar Hall, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Pediatric Emergency

January 9, 2022 #Room 206

Simulation Educators Development Workshop Facilitators: Dr. Sama Mukhtar | Dr. Adeel Khatri Time: 3:00 - 8:00 pm Venue:

Simulation Educators Development Workshop

Facilitators:

Dr. Sama Mukhtar | Dr. Adeel Khatri
Time:

3:00 - 8:00 pm

Venue:

Virtual Workshop, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Adult Emergency

Non-Operative Management of Fractures

Facilitators:

Professor M. Abdul Wajid | Professor Khalid Aslam | Professor M. Amin Chinoy | Professor Syed Kaan Ahmed | Professor Zaki Idrees | Professor Maratib Ali | Professor Ghulam Mehboob | Dr. Ayesha Saeed | Dr. Irfan H. Rajput | Dr. M. Usman Sarwar | Dr. Syed Ali Anwer Jilani | Dr. Rizwan Haroon Rashid | Dr. Syed Akmal Sultan | Professor Syed Amir Jalil | Dr. Nasir Ahmed | Dr. Tashfeen Ahmad | Dr. Santosh Kumar Professor Itaat Hussain Zaidi | Dr. Nadeem Ahmed | Dr. Kazim R. Najjad | Dr. Muhammad Zeeshan Aslam
Time:

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Venue:

Skill Lab - 2 Halls Indus College of Nursing & Midwifery, Karachi

Department:

Orthopedics

ORP Seminar-Basic Principles of Fracture Management

Facilitators:

Professor Syed Kaan Ahmed | Arman Ali | Irfan Sheikh | Zahid Faraz | Ashfaq Ahmed | Munawwar Fazal | Dr. Nauman Rajput | Dr. Waseem Memon | Dr. Wajahat Kamal | Dr. Gulfam Shehzad | Professor M. Amin Chinoy | Dr. Nazir Ali Bachlani
Time:

8:00 am - 1:30 PM

Venue:

Nursing Seminar Hall, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Orthopedics

January 10, 2022 #Room 206

CPR Awareness Facilitators: . Asif Siddiqui Dr. Maryam Asif Ms. Rehana Yasmeen Ms. Fouzia Barkat Ali Time: 9:00

CPR Awareness

Facilitators:

. Asif Siddiqui Dr. Maryam Asif Ms. Rehana Yasmeen Ms. Fouzia Barkat Ali
Time:

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Venue:

Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

IRTC

Management Of Malnutrition Emergencies and Simulated Case Scenarios

Facilitators:

Dr. Muhammad Raza Dr. Saba Shahid Yumna Sadiq
Time:

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Venue:

Nursing Seminar Hall, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Pediatric Medicine

Interpretation Of Molecular Diagnostic Techniques

Facilitators:

Dr. Javeria Aijaz Dr. Mahesh Kumar Dr. Asif Qureshi Dr. Anthony Stillman
Time:

11:30 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:

3rd Floor, Woodcraft Building, Korangi, Karachi

Department:

Molecular Biology

Overcoming Barriers in Communication

Facilitators:

Ms. Asma Naheed Ms. Atoofa Najmi
Time:

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Venue:

Training Room, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Pediatric Psychosocial Department

Live Cochlear Implant Surgery | Live Surgery of Cartilage Tympanopalsty

Facilitators:

Dr. Anjum Naveed | Dr. Asif Ali | Dr. Shakil Akhtar
Time:

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Venue:

Training Room, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

ENT

January 11, 2022 #Room 206

BLS Provider Course Facilitators: Dr. Ian Iftikhar Ms. Rehana Yasmeen Ms. Fouzia Barkat Time: 9:00 am - 5:00

BLS Provider Course

Facilitators:

Dr. Ian Iftikhar Ms. Rehana Yasmeen Ms. Fouzia Barkat
Time:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

IRTC

Team STEPPS (Strategies and Tools to Enhance Performance and Patient Safety)

Facilitators:

Rozina Shazad Ramji | Zohra Farhan | Johnson Ilyas
Time:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room - 4th Floor, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Nursing Services

January 12, 2022 #Room 206

ACLS Provider Course Facilitators: Dr. Ian Iftikhar | Asif Siddiqui | Rehana Yasmeen Time: 9:00 am - 5:00

ACLS Provider Course

Facilitators:

Dr. Ian Iftikhar | Asif Siddiqui | Rehana Yasmeen
Time:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

IRTC

Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry – An Overview & Live Demonstration

Facilitators:

Dr. Anjum Naveed | Dr. Itrat | Khadija Fatima | Tabassum Naz
Time:

9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room, 4th Floor Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

ENT

I Am Not a Puzzle; I Am a Person – Autism Awareness

Facilitators:

Sarah Jehangir | Isma Khan | Anushay Hussain | Seema Ahmed
Time:

2:00 - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room - 4th Floor, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

ENT

Recurrent Infections: How to Tackle Diagnostic and Management Dilemmas.

Facilitators:

Dr. Sabiha Anis
Time:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:

3rd Floor, Woodcraft Building, Korangi, Karachi

Department:

Immunology

January 15, 2022 #1

Pulmonary Rehabilitation: For Who, When and Why? Facilitators: Dr. Saima Saeed | Farah Naz | Danish Rahma Time:

Pulmonary Rehabilitation: For Who, When and Why?

Facilitators:

Dr. Saima Saeed | Farah Naz | Danish Rahma
Time:

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Venue:

Lecture Hall 1 (Ground Floor) Kinesiology Lab | Lecture Hall 2 (1st Floor), Block 6 , Hunar Foundation

Department:

Pulmonology

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Point Of Care Ultrasound (PoCUS)

Facilitators:

Dr. Arsalan Wasim | Dr. Nafey
Time:

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room and 4 Consultant Clinics, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Internal Medicine

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Primary Trauma Care

Facilitators:

Dr. Sadaf Saeed | Professor S Kaan Ahmed | Professor Amin Chinoy | Dr. Ali Anwer Jilani | Dr. Ghazanfar Saleem | Dr. Shireen Damani | Dr. Zahid Akhter Rao | Dr. Muzammil Sangani | Dr. Talal Ahmed | Dr. Nia Wahid | Dr. Asim Durrani
Venue:

Training Room, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Orthopedics and Plastic surgery

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January 16, 2022 #Room 206

Primary Trauma Care Facilitators: Dr. Sadaf Saeed | Professor S Kaan Ahmed | Professor Amin Chinoy | Dr.

Primary Trauma Care

Facilitators:

Dr. Sadaf Saeed | Professor S Kaan Ahmed | Professor Amin Chinoy | Dr. Ali Anwer Jilani | Dr. Ghazanfar Saleem | Dr. Shireen Damani | Dr. Zahid Akhter Rao | Dr. Muzammil Sangani | Dr. Talal Ahmed | Dr. Nia Wahid | Dr. Asim Durrani
Time: Venue:

Training Room, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Orthopedics and Plastic surgery

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January 17, 2022 #Room 206

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy Workshop Facilitators: Dr. Salman Imtiaz Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Venue: Training Room,

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy Workshop

Facilitators:

Dr. Salman Imtiaz
Time:

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Venue:

Training Room, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Nephrology

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Control It Before It Controls You – Anger Management.

Facilitators:

Humaira Kaleem | Dr. Shakil Akhter
Time:

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room - 4th Floor, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

ENT

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The Cochlear Implant Journey – Road to Success.

Facilitators:

Dr. Asif Ali Arain | Tabassum Naz | Amina Siddiqui | Khadija Fatima | Shahid Ali | Humaira Kaleem
Time:

2:00 - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room - 4th Floor, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

ENT

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January 18, 2022 #Room 206

10th Tracheostomy Care Workshop Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Venue: Seminar Room - 4th Floor, Korangi Campus,

10th Tracheostomy Care Workshop

Time:

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room - 4th Floor, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

ENT

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Constructive Feedback 

Facilitators:

Dr. Shafaq Sultana
Time:

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Venue:

Training Room, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Medical Education

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January 19, 2022 #Room 206

Stable Provider Course Facilitators: Dr. Rehan | Dr. Sana Niaz | Dr. Javeria Zahid Ahmed Time: 9:00 am

Stable Provider Course

Facilitators:

Dr. Rehan | Dr. Sana Niaz | Dr. Javeria Zahid Ahmed
Time:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Sheikh Saeed Memorial Campus, Korangi, Karachi

Department:

IRTC

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Oncological Emergencies: What Pediatricians Should Know

Facilitators:

Miss Asma Dr. Zehra Fadoo | Dr. Sadaf Altaf | Dr. Rafie Raza | Dr. Sadia Ian
Venue:

Nursing Seminar Hall, Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Pediatric Oncology

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CQI Tools for Improvement of Healthcare Quality

Facilitators:

Dr. Lubna Mushtaque
Time:

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room, 4th Floor Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

QIPS

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A Complete Guide Towards Pediatric Parenteral Nutrition

Facilitators:

Ramsha Siddiqui | Rutaab Rehman | Ayesha Hanif | Azeem Iftikhar | M Tariq
Time:

1:00 - 5:00 pm

Venue:

Seminar Room - 4th Floor Korangi Campus, Karachi

Department:

Food and Nutrition services

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Scientific Program

The ICON 2024 Scientific Program offers a unique opportunity for attendees to stay updated on cutting-edge medical research and news. Accredited by the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan and the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, the sessions feature experts from the Indus Hospital & Health Network and across the globe.

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09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Game Changing Solutions in Health Professions Education

IntroductionThe session will explore the future of health profession education and transformative solutions to revolutionize the field, using

Introduction

The session will explore the future of health profession education and transformative solutions to revolutionize the field, using technology and digital tools. Renowned speakers in HPE will address burning issues of Ethics and precision education to explore the preparedness of today’s learners for this technological revolution.

Speakers

Dr. Syeda Kausar | Dr. Naveed Yousaf | Dr. Fahad Azam | Dr. Abida Shaheen

Department

Health Profession Education

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Asthma: Beyond the Basics

IntroductionThis session will shed light on Asthma mimics and their differential diagnosis like Allergic Broncho Pulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA).

Introduction

This session will shed light on Asthma mimics and their differential diagnosis like Allergic Broncho Pulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA). Newer treatment options for asthma, its biomarkers, and phenotypes will be discussed in four interactive lectures by specialists in this field.

Speakers

Prof. Sohail Akhtar | Dr. Masooma Aqeel | Dr. Nosheen Iqbal | Prof. Nadeem Rizvi | Dr. Saima Saeed | Dr. Mujahid Hussain | Prof. Junaid Patel

Department

Pulmonology

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Prevention of Chronic Kidney Disease - A Regional Perspective

IntroductionThis session will highlight the prevention of chronic kidney disease (CKD) from a regional perspective. Pakistan has a

Introduction

This session will highlight the prevention of chronic kidney disease (CKD) from a regional perspective. Pakistan has a CKD prevalence of 29% with a disease burden exceeding 100-150 per million population. The speakers will address challenges and solutions for the prevention of CKD keeping in mind the adverse health consequences and high cost of treatment and will benefit nephrologists, internists, primary care physicians, and postgraduate trainees in acquiring new knowledge and clinical insight on these diverse topics.

Speakers

Prof. Dr. Asim Ahmad | Prof. Dr. Manzoor Hussain | Prof. Dr. Salman Imtiaz

Department

Nephrology

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Emergency Medicine: Where Minutes Matter | In Memoriam of Dr. Seemin Jamali (Late)

IntroductionEmergency Medicine (EM) in Pakistan is faced with the challenges of inept hospital systems and ineffective interprofessional communication.

Introduction

Emergency Medicine (EM) in Pakistan is faced with the challenges of inept hospital systems and ineffective interprofessional communication. Cognitive bias and risk management need to be addressed to deliver high-performance EM teams; thus, empowering healthcare innovations in low-resource settings. Despite these challenges, EM in Pakistan is ablaze with clinical researchers, educators, policymakers, EM clinical services managers, and nursing and simulation experts; all geared to be catalysts for change. The mandate of equity and de-colonization of Global EM; shall change the direction of the wind.

Speakers

Dr. Shahan Waheed | Dr. Mahmood Soomro | Dr. Azer Shaikh | Priya Arumuganathan | Dr. Sama Mukhtar

Department

Emergency Medicine

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Improved Maternal Outcomes Through Inter-Disciplinary Collaboration

IntroductionThis interprofessional session from Clinical Laboratory, Blood Center, and Gynecology focuses on thrombocytopenia in obstetrics, review of biochemical

Introduction

This interprofessional session from Clinical Laboratory, Blood Center, and Gynecology focuses on thrombocytopenia in obstetrics, review of biochemical markers of pre-eclampsia, cases of recurrent abortions with antiphospholipid syndrome, detection of fetomaternal hemorrhage, risks and causes of puerperal sepsis and pelvic inflammatory disease with particular focus on bridging the gaps between laboratory and clinical team.

Speakers

Dr. Samar Gul | Dr. Fatima Kanani | Dr. Sabiha Anis | Dr. Shabneez Hussain | Dr. Fariha Arif | Dr. Rabia Razaq | Professor Dr. Haleema Hashmi | Dr. Naseem Salahuddin | Dr. Aisha Syed Wali | Dr. Fareeha Adnan | Dr. Nazia Khursheed

Department

Gynecology, Clinical Laboratory, Blood Center

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: What’s in Store for the Future?

IntroductionArtificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare can help healthcare providers with various patient care and administrative tasks, allowing them

Introduction

Artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare can help healthcare providers with various patient care and administrative tasks, allowing them to improve on existing solutions and tackle challenges faster. With the development of AI-powered medical tools and intelligent algorithms that can interpret large data sets, the potential for using AI in quality improvement and patient safety will become an invaluable asset that could potentially reshape how doctors treat patients and deliver care.

Speakers

Dr. Samer Ellaham | Dr. Zakiuddin Ahmed | Shakeel Ahmed | Omer Farooq

Department

Quality & Monitoring Directorate

Session Details

09:00 am - 11 am #TBD

Preventive Medicine a Forefront in Healthcare! | In Memoriam of Dr. Riaz Qureshi (Late)

IntroductionThe symposium is designed to leave you feeling inspired and equipped to make meaningful changes in the healthcare

Introduction

The symposium is designed to leave you feeling inspired and equipped to make meaningful changes in the healthcare system. Whether these actions are small, such as changes to how you work, communicate to network, or bigger, leading to the implementation of policy leading to change, identifying areas of critical research, or campaigning for change, this conference is intended to learn what we have and what can be done.

Speakers

Dr. Hiba Ashraf | Dr Shiraz Sheikh | Dr Sumera Khowaja Punjwani | Pervaiz Bashir

Department

Family Medicine

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Nursing Quality and Patient Safety

IntroductionPatients’ safety during their inpatient hospitalization and visits to outpatient services is the prime responsibility of any healthcare

Introduction

Patients’ safety during their inpatient hospitalization and visits to outpatient services is the prime responsibility of any healthcare institution. Quality and safety (Q&PS) are our core values of nursing practice and “No Harm” is the main focus in the delivery of nursing care in IHHN. The session will highlight the importance embracing various quality improvement practices to recognize ineffective care, and preventable errors to bring about necessary system changes.

Speakers

Rashida J. Merchant

Department

Nursing Services

Session Details

11:30 am - 1:30 pm #

Plenary Session

Digital Transformations: Healthcare Advances in Pakistan and Beyond Introduction The dynamic landscape of unprecedented global healthcare innovations will

Digital Transformations: Healthcare Advances in Pakistan and Beyond

Introduction

The dynamic landscape of unprecedented global healthcare innovations will be addressed, through exploring opportunities of transforming patient care while navigating the associated intricate challenges.

Speakers

Sara Saeed Khurram | Dr. Maryam Mustafa | Prof. Josephine Wing Yuk Ip

Venue

Movenpick Hotel, Karachi

1:30 am - 2:30 pm #Room 206

Lunch Break

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm #TBD

Community Health Department and Primary Health Care Program

IntroductionShowcase Public health wing work mostly at Primary level sites which include Fixed Primary care health facilities, Mobile

Introduction

Showcase Public health wing work mostly at Primary level sites which include Fixed Primary care health facilities, Mobile Units, Boat clinic, Telehealth& container clinics etc. This includes monitoring data & operational research in some of the aspects of CHD work.

Speakers

Dr Ambreen Choudhary | Dr Shumayl | Dr Naveed Bhimra | Bibi Ara

Department

Community Health Department

Session Details

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm #TBD

Rest a While Run a Mile: Holistic Approach to Hypertension

IntroductionA conference focusing on Secondary Hypertension plays a crucial role in enhancing healthcare. It serves to educate medical

Introduction

A conference focusing on Secondary Hypertension plays a crucial role in enhancing healthcare. It serves to educate medical professionals about the significance of identifying underlying causes through comprehensive history-taking and examinations. Additionally, it promotes collaboration among various medical specialties, such as cardiology and endocrinology. The event delves into the latest treatment strategies, encourages innovative research, and aims to advance patient care, ensuring more effective and tailored management for those with secondary hypertension.

Speakers

Dr. Ali Raza | Dr. Zahid Jamal | Dr. Ali Asghar | Dr. Abdul Nafey Kazi

Department

Internal Medicine

Session Details

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm #TBD

Professor Emeritus Lectures (Hand Surgery)

IntroductionThis state-of-the-art session will be facilitated by national and international experts on various aspects of Hand and Upper

Introduction

This state-of-the-art session will be facilitated by national and international experts on various aspects of Hand and Upper limb surgery. With insights into the latest techniques and life experiences, the session will be unique learning opportunity for surgeons as well as residents to build upon their knowledge and learn from the experts in hand, shoulder and elbow surgery.

Speakers

Professor Tahseen A. Cheema | Professor Emeritus | Professor Josephine Wing Yuk Ip

Department

Orthopedics and Traumatology

Session Details

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm #TBD

Pediatric Respiratory Disorders: Simple Measures Can Make Big Differences in Disease Outcomes

IntroductionThe session is based on pediatric respiratory disorders with a focus on pediatric medicine residents and medical officers

Introduction

The session is based on pediatric respiratory disorders with a focus on pediatric medicine residents and medical officers and practicing pediatricians. This session will include recent pediatric updates on acute asthma diagnosis and management, pulmonary function testing, allergy diagnostics and management and the role of chest physiotherapy respiratory disorders.

Speakers

Dr. Fehmina Arif | Dr. Sohail Akhtar | Dr. Syed Hasan Arshad | Dr. Farrukh Siddique

Department

Pediatric Medicine

Session Details

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm #TBD

Cardiothoracic Imaging: A Feat to Achieve

IntroductionWith advancements in imaging techniques & equipment, the demand for understanding its utility has also increased a great

Introduction

With advancements in imaging techniques & equipment, the demand for understanding its utility has also increased a great deal. Cardiothoracic imaging has grown by leaps and bounds in less than a decade. This session is intended to explore the different aspects of cardiothoracic imaging, which will not only target the audience in their day-to-day understanding of common cases but will also encourage them to further sharpen their skill of reporting.

Speakers

Dr. Arjamand Shauq | Dr. Naila Nadeem | Dr. Naveed Ahmed

Department

Radiology

Session Details

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm #TBD

From Limitations to Possibilities: Empowering Independence

IntroductionPresentations and discussions at ICON-2024 in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation sessions will explore how physical therapists are leveraging

Introduction

Presentations and discussions at ICON-2024 in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation sessions will explore how physical therapists are leveraging education and awareness campaigns to promote musculoskeletal health, assessing risk factors, and implementing tailored preventive strategies. Experts will share insights on how exercise programs, injury prevention initiatives, and ergonomic modifications contribute to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.

Speakers

Dr. Farooq Azam Rathore, Hassan Abbas Rizvi, Muhammad Ali, Farrukh Siddique, Farah Naz, Muhammad Umair Sharif, Saba Bakhtawar Jakhio

Department

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Centre

Session Details

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm #TBD

Transforming Hospital Pharmacy: "Breakthrough Strategies and Cutting-Edge Technologies for Optimal Patient Care"

IntroductionTransforming Hospital Pharmacy: Breakthrough Strategies and Cutting-edge Technologies for Optimal Patient Care" offers a comprehensive exploration of the

Introduction

Transforming Hospital Pharmacy: Breakthrough Strategies and Cutting-edge Technologies for Optimal Patient Care" offers a comprehensive exploration of the game-changing solutions that are propelling the field of hospital pharmacy forward. By attending this session, healthcare professionals will gain invaluable knowledge and insights that can be applied to enhance medication management practices and ultimately improve patient care outcomes.

Speakers

Dr. Aslam Shah | Dr. Muhammad Hamid Hanif | Dr. Azeem Iftikhar | Dr. Ramisha Jalil | Dr. Mashal Zehra | Dr. Muhammad Sarim Shafique | Dr. Sardar Shabbir Ahmed | Arif Ali Arain

Department

Pharmacy Services

Session Details

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm #TBD

Updates in Vascular Surgery

IntroductionThis session is a unique opportunity for vascular surgeons, medical professionals, and enthusiasts to stay at the forefront

Introduction

This session is a unique opportunity for vascular surgeons, medical professionals, and enthusiasts to stay at the forefront of vascular surgery as they talk about Carotid Artery Disease, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Chronic Venous Disease of the Lower Limbs, Aortic Dissection and Acute Aortic Syndrome and engage in discussions that can shape the future of vascular care.

Speakers

Dr. Khalid Makhdoomi | Brig. Prof. Ahsin Bhatti | Dr. Fahad Berlas | Dr. Zia-ur-Rehman | Dr. Omer Ehsan

Department

Vascular Surgery

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Clinical Bioinformatics

IntroductionClinical Bioinformatics is an interdisciplinary science that uses computer technology to collect, store, analyze and disseminate biological data

Introduction

Clinical Bioinformatics is an interdisciplinary science that uses computer technology to collect, store, analyze and disseminate biological data and information, such as DNA and amino acid sequences or annotations about those sequences. The field is one of the emerging sciences shaping the way forward to precision medicine and use of artificial intelligence in Clinical Medicine. The session on the topic will briefly overview the speciality and its potential advances and footprint in transforming clinical medicine.

Speakers

Dr Ammad Fahim

Department

ORIC

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Ethical Considerations of Ever-Evolving Healthcare Solutions

IntroductionThis session on ethics will delve into critical ethical considerations that arise with the advent of game-changing healthcare

Introduction

This session on ethics will delve into critical ethical considerations that arise with the advent of game-changing healthcare solutions fueled by AI use, biotechnology, and telemedicine. As these technologies continue to revolutionize the healthcare landscape, it becomes paramount to explore ethical implications and entire responsibility and equitable implementations.

Speakers

Dr. Atif Waqar | Dr. Sarosh Saleem

Department

CEC Committee

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Sepsis - Trapped in the Mire of Obdurate Bugs

IntroductionSepsis continues to pose a major burden on Pakistan's healthcare system in the background of rising antimicrobial resistance

Introduction

Sepsis continues to pose a major burden on Pakistan's healthcare system in the background of rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Limited treatment options for multi-drug resistant organisms coupled with a paucity of data on mechanisms of resistance are constant challenges in effective management of community acquired and nosocomial infections. In this session we review new and updated guidelines along with the latest data to guide physicians in tackling Sepsis and AMR, demonstrating their implantation at Indus Korangi case by case.

Speakers

Professor Mervyn Singer | Dr Faisal Mahmood | Dr Aamir Kazi | Dr Naseem Salahuddin | Dr. Samreen Sarfaraz | Dr Nawal Salahuddin

Department

Infectious Diseases

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Game Changers in EMR: Pioneering AI Integration & Collaboration

IntroductionThe Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system of Indus Hospital and Health Network is hosting an enlightening session featuring

Introduction

The Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system of Indus Hospital and Health Network is hosting an enlightening session featuring three distinguished international speakers, each delving into critical topics at the intersection of healthcare and technology. This session promises to be an informative exploration of the latest trends and innovations in the medical field. The first speaker's presentation, "Patient-Centered Design: Fostering Collaboration in Ambient AI Integration" focuses on the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Ambient AI has the potential to transform patient care, and this session will shed light on how healthcare providers can collaborate effectively to harness the power of AI for improved patient outcomes. The second topic, "Emerging Trends in the Field of Medical Radiography and Imaging" will be explored. Radiography and imaging are integral components of modern medicine, and this presentation will highlight the latest trends and innovations in these fields, which are crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment. The last speaker will dive into the "Technology World of AKU" In this segment, attendees can expect to gain insights into the rapidly evolving landscape of technology in healthcare. The speaker will provide a comprehensive overview of the technological advancements that are shaping the future of healthcare delivery. The EMR session promises to be a valuable opportunity for healthcare professionals to stay abreast of the latest developments in technology and medical imaging, enabling them to enhance patient care and stay at the forefront of the ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

Speakers

Zahid Ali | Zafar Iqbal | Shaukat Ali Khan

Department

EMR

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Game-Changing Solutions to Improve Neonatal Survival

IntroductionPakistan has one of the highest neonatal mortality rates in the region due to preventable causes like inappropriate

Introduction

Pakistan has one of the highest neonatal mortality rates in the region due to preventable causes like inappropriate care in pregnancy, compromise of oxygen supply to newborn babies at birth, and infective etiologies. IHHN remarkably improved maternal and neonatal outcomes at their hospitals by dropping the institutional mortality rate to 5 per 1,000 live births and can play a key role in improving neonatal outcomes at the national level.

Speakers

Dr. Faraz Ahmed | Dr. Kamran Sadiq | Dr. Saima Amin

Department

Neonatology

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Blazing the Trail of Hospital Operation Management

IntroductionThis session will look at the most recent advancements in hospital operations that enhance patient outcomes, boost productivity,

Introduction

This session will look at the most recent advancements in hospital operations that enhance patient outcomes, boost productivity, and reduce costs. We will talk about the innovative technologies, data-driven strategies, and process enhancements that are revolutionizing how hospitals run their businesses. Join us to find out about the most recent developments and best practices in this fascinating business while learning from industry professionals.

Speakers

Dr. Farah Bari | Zakaria Ahmed Khan | Qurat-ul-Ain Maroof | Kashif Manzoor | Hamza Haroon | Somal Kayani | Mazhar Ahmed Siddiqui | Naveed Ahmed | Dr. Zafar Zaidi | Dr. Ahson Rabbani | Imran Jamal

Department

Clinical Operations

Session Details

09:00 am - 11:00 am #TBD

Information Technology

IntroductionThe convergence of Information Technology and the medical field has led to groundbreaking solutions that are transforming healthcare

Introduction

The convergence of Information Technology and the medical field has led to groundbreaking solutions that are transforming healthcare at an unprecedented pace. Telemedicine, EHRs, advanced diagnostics, precision medicine, healthcare analytics, and robotic-assisted surgery are just a few examples of the numerous innovations that highlight the potential of this collaboration. As technology continues to evolve, the medical field can anticipate even more game-changing solutions that will further improve patient outcomes, enhance healthcare efficiency, and reshape the future of medicine.

Speakers

Mr. Shariq Khoja | George Zarkadakis | Mr. Shakeel Akhter | Nasir Farhat Khan

Department

Information Technology

Session Details

11:00 am - 01:00 pm #Room 206

Plenary Session

Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: Potential and Pitfalls in Pakistan Introduction Speakers Dr. Ishrat Jabeen | Dr Azra Naseem

Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare: Potential and Pitfalls in Pakistan

Introduction

Speakers

Dr. Ishrat Jabeen | Dr Azra Naseem | Prof. Dr. Atta-ur-Rahman

Venue

Movenpick Hotel, Karachi

#Room 206

Closing Ceremony

Scientific Session

Registration Packages



One Day

Physician

Rs. 4000

Nurses & Allied Health

Rs. 2500

Student/Resident

Rs. 2000



Two Days

Physician

Rs. 7000

Nurses & Allied Health

Rs. 4000

Student/Resident

Rs. 3000



Three Days

Physician

Rs. 10000

Nurses & Allied Health

Rs. 6000

Student/Resident

Rs. 5000



Four Days

Physician

Rs. 12000

Nurses & Allied Health

Rs. 8000

Student/Resident

Rs. 6000