Under the esteemed patronage of HE, the Minister of Public Health, Dr. Hanan Al Kuwari, PHCC has announced that it will be hosting its 5th International Primary Health Care Conference, Qatar 2023, set to be held from November 9th to November 12th, 2023.

The event will be hosted under the theme "Primary Care Today: Lessons Learnt, Future Action for Sustainability". This high-profile event promises to convene more than 1,000 distinguished speakers, healthcare professionals, influential policymakers, eminent researchers, educators, students, and stakeholders from across the globe.

The conference is among the most prestigious medical gatherings in the Middle East with an extensive roster of attendees from various countries. The conference will present and discuss several key topics to be managed by experts and specialists coming from all over the world, including the United States, United Kingdom, and numerous Arab countries, such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Oman, along with distinguished speakers from Qatar. The conference also promises to provide an environment of intellect and innovation in primary health care.

Dr. Mariam Abdul Malik, PHCC Managing Director and Conference Chairperson said, “We are delighted to host the upcoming 5th International Primary Health Care Conference in Qatar, an impressive and diverse group of experts will be attending the conference collaborating, sharing expertise, ideas and insights that will encourage development in primary health care.”

The organizing committees have been diligently preparing for this event, ensuring the highest standards of hospitality and organization, in line with the reputation of the State of Qatar.

A diverse array of 6 workshops and 30 sessions will be delivered, allowing for the exchange of experiences and best practices. Key topics in the primary health care conference will include health promotion, healthcare resilience during global crises, clinical practice updates in primary care, quality improvement, capacity building, models of care and innovations. In addition to specialized topics in infectious disease surveillance and control, mental health screening and management, and scientific advancements within the area of education and research of health professions, as well as a focus on optimizing health and well-being through lifestyle medicine, wellness, and a multitude of other topics.

Attendees will have the opportunity to gain CPD points. Experts and specialists will also be able to participate in this upcoming conference to submit their research abstracts through the dedicated PHCC portal: iphcc2023.phcc.gov.qa