Preparing for future health challenges - Thursday 30th May 08:30-12:30

Join us for "Preparing for future health challenges" on Thursday 30th May to explore innovation and policies to build resilient health systems, improve response capabilities and ensure health equity. 

About the event

COVID-19 exposed the limitations and unpreparedness of health systems globally, forcing governments to rethink their models and prioritise innovation. The UAE has led the way, establishing one of the most resilient health sectors, built on R&D and robust policy. On Thursday 30 May, the University of Birmingham Dubai is bringing together some of the country’s leading academics, industry figures and government health officials to explore how innovations in genomics and precision medicine, combined with effective policymaking, are contributing to more resilient health models, improving national readiness for future pandemics

The sessions will convene representatives from across sectors and disciplines, including leading academics, industry figures, and government healthcare officials, to focus on the imperative to drive strategic preparedness and to safeguard public health in the UAE. They will discuss proactive healthcare approaches and share insights on the latest developments in the field. This event presents a valuable opportunity to network and engage in critical conversations driving innovation in the healthcare industry. 

Meet the Experts 

Innovation Panel "Advancing Health: Exploring precision medicine and preventative health innovations"

• Dr Marc Haber, Associate Professor, Programme Director of MSc Health Data Science (Moderator)
• Major Dr. Mohamed Almarri, Director of the Genome Center, Dubai Police
• Dr. Mohammed Uddin, Associate Professor - Human Genetics, Mohammed Bin Rashid of Medicine and Health Sciences
• Dr Ahmad Abou Tayoun, Director of Al Jalila Genomics Center & Associate Professor of Genetics Al Jalila Children's Speciality Hospital & Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences
• Dr. Hinda Daggag , Director of Healthcare, PwC Middle East

Policy Panel "Safeguarding Public Health in the UAE against future pandemic"

• Dr Nisha Dhanda, Assistant Professor, Deputy Director of the Master of Public Health
• Dr Khalifa Elmusharaf, Associate Professor, Programme Director of the Master of Public Health (Moderator)
• H.E Dr Farida Al Hosani, Executive Director Communicable Diseases, Abu Dhabi Publich Health Center
• Dr. Ahmed Alhammadi, President of Emirates Infectious Diseases Society 
• Dr. Imane Boudellioua, Senior Researcher at the Biotechnology Research Center at Technology Innocation Institute, Abu Dhabi 

Agenda

• 08:30 Arrival
• 09:15-10:00 Innovation Panel "Advancing Health: Exploring precision medicine and preventative health innovations"
• 11:15-12:00 Policy Panel "Safeguarding Public Health in the UAE against future pandemic"
• 12:00-12:30 Networking and refreshments

This workshop will be hosted at the University of Birmingham Dubai campus and further information will be shared upon booking.

 Register here to join the event