Eighth Medical Laboratories Conference Kicks Off on Nov 16-17 Under Health Minister's Patronage
Dr. Insan Al-Jumaa announces the Eighth Medical Laboratories Conference on November 16-17 to keep pace with clinical virology developments and enhance quality.
Translated by Qiyas from الأنباء — Original source
AbdulKarim Al-Abdullah
Dr. Absam Al-Jumaa, Chair of the Medical Laboratories Departments at the Ministry of Health, announced that the Eighth Medical Laboratories Conference will be held on November 16 and 17, under the patronage of Minister of Health Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadi, with the theme “Recent Advances in Clinical Virology: Innovations in Diagnosis, Quality, and Laboratory Practices.” The event will feature participation from a distinguished group of experts, specialists, physicians, and researchers in the field of medical laboratories.
In a press statement, Dr. Al-Jumaa emphasized that the conference aims to keep pace with the rapid developments in clinical virology, particularly with the emergence of new viral pathogens and the resurgence of others, as well as advances in molecular diagnostic techniques and genetic sequencing. These developments contribute to enhancing the accuracy of laboratory tests and enabling early disease detection.
She clarified that the conference seeks to transfer global expertise to medical laboratory personnel in Kuwait, strengthening their technical and professional capabilities, and translating scientific advancements and international standards into practical practices that improve the quality of diagnostic services and patient safety.
She noted that the conference will also highlight the importance of developing the quality framework in medical laboratories, amid growing demands for accreditation and international standards, and the necessity of ensuring the reliability and accuracy of diagnostic results, which are essential for supporting treatment decisions and improving patient safety.
She added that the scientific program includes lectures, scientific sessions, and specialized workshops discussing the latest innovations in laboratory diagnostics, molecular and genomic techniques, viral surveillance, quality and international accreditation standards, biosafety, and best laboratory practices.
Dr. Al-Jumaa stressed the conference’s importance in fostering the exchange of expertise and scientific collaboration among specialists, and in elevating the efficiency of medical laboratories, thereby supporting efforts to develop the healthcare system in the State of Kuwait.
