The Kuwait Association of Family Medicine and General Practitioners is committed to supporting the scientific and professional development of primary healthcare providers. Its aim is to develop and solidify the role of the family physician within the healthcare system so that they become the cornerstone for delivering comprehensive, integrated care—one that not only treats illness but also emphasizes prevention and the promotion of well-being for all members of society. In line with Kuwait Vision 2035 for a healthy, clean, and sustainable Kuwait, and in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that encompass healthcare and partnerships between governmental and non-governmental sectors, the Association—building on the success of the first and second conferences—has decided to continue its journey by organizing the 3rd Kuwait International Family Medicine Conference, scheduled for April 24–26, 2025, at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, Kuwait.
The Kuwait International Family Medicine Conference (KIFMC) has firmly established itself as a premier event for advancing family medicine practices and fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals in the Gulf and beyond. The 3rd KIFMC, scheduled for April 24–27, 2025, at the Waldorf Astoria in Kuwait City, builds upon this legacy by offering a cutting-edge platform to explore the latest advancements in family medicine, promote sustainable healthcare practices, and elevate the quality of primary healthcare services.
The conference’s overarching theme, “Excellence in Care” aims to enhance healthcare delivery in primary care and family medicine by addressing contemporary challenges, including the integration of technology, sustainable practices, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
This year, the conference’s mission is to empower family physicians and general practitioners to become leaders of change in the healthcare system and to serve as the foundation of excellence in health for the communities they serve. To achieve this, the conference delivers sessions targeting daily clinical practice by offering up-to-date knowledge on the latest guidelines and best practices regarding chronic non-communicable diseases and obesity, as well as elevating clinical practice by incorporating artificial intelligence in decision-making and monitoring trends in practice. It also provides significant opportunities for professional growth by familiarizing general practitioners with the professional diploma program—an initiative endorsed by the World Health Organization to improve the proficiency of general practitioners in supporting the healthcare system. In addition, the conference offers workshops and training on home visits, wound care, motivational interviewing, and the management of diabetic foot, among many others, while also familiarizing physicians with other services that enhance care and quality of life, such as those provided by speech and language pathologists and physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists.
In terms of their administrative role,the conference offers lectures that empower physicians to become national and international leaders of organization- based initiatives by working in cooperation with multidisciplinary teams and decision-makers. These sessions discuss critical aspects such as risk management and psychological safety for both patients and medical staff. The conference also features pioneers in their respective fields who discuss the critical role of family medicine in enhancing patient safety and public health. Moreover, it highlights how access to primary healthcare and the unique relationship between patients and family physicians enable them to be vital players in implementing strategies that promote health, screen for diseases, and monitor new epidemiological trends and emerging diseases.
Lastly, the conference emphasizes raising awareness among family physicians regarding community-centered care. Physicians are introduced to concepts such as health diplomacy, health in all policies, and disaster medicine. The program also underscores their role in the Healthy City initiative and how they can help achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by embracing sustainable, clean practices, offering better healthcare, and raising awareness about healthy living and environmental issues that affect health and infectious diseases.
By creating a multiple-tier program that covers all aspects of family medicine’s practice, the conference aims to provide excellence in care by empowering physicians at the clinical, administrative, and community levels, while fostering continuous growth and innovation through research activities, including poster competitions, quality improvement projects, and audit competitions.
Warm Regards,
Dr. Mohammad Al-Azemi Chairperson, Kuwait International Family Medicine Conference
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