Association for Medical Education in Europe AMEE 2024 conference

The conference will be held in Basel, Switzerland from 26-28 August

Press release: The Association for Medical Education in Europe AMEE 2024 conference will be held in Basel, Switzerland, from 26-28 August. The conference brings together experts and specialists in medical education and healthcare from around the world.

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) will be participating in the conference for the second consecutive year, focusing on leveraging knowledge to guide clinical practice and develop new knowledge that benefits learners, patients and the community.

KFSHRC uses the latest technologies in medical education, such as virtual simulation and interactive learning tools, to enhance trainees’ abilities to make clinical decisions. This integrated approach has improved the quality of clinical training and helped medical professionals meet the demands of the healthcare sector locally and internationally.

Dr Essam Al-Banyan, the General Director of Education and Training at KFSHRC noted that attending this global scientific event would help build new knowledge partnerships and exchange expertise with leading international institutions, contributing to the development of medical competencies capable of addressing future challenges.

Dr Ali Al-Shahri, Deputy Executive Director for Academic Affairs and Training at KFSHRC, noted that the hospital will present programmes focused on integrating technology into medical education, such as simulation techniques and innovation in clinical training. Also included will be a showcase of successful experiences in developing academic curricula, adopting innovative teaching methods and discussing the challenges facing medical education and how to address them in accordance with global best practices.