Al-Jumu'a: 8th Medical Laboratories Conference Launches Nov 16-17 Under Health Minister's Patronage with Participation of Top Experts
Dr. Insaf Al-Jumu'a announces the 8th Medical Laboratories Conference on Nov 16-17 to enhance testing accuracy
Translated by Qiyas from الوسط — Original source
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 Developments in Clinical Virology: Innovations in Diagnosis, Quality, and Laboratory Practices.” The event will feature participation from a select 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 advancements in clinical virology, particularly with the emergence of new viral pathogens, the resurgence of others, and progress in molecular diagnostic and genomic sequencing technologies. 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 further noted that the conference will highlight the importance of developing the quality framework in medical laboratories amid growing demands for accreditation and international standards, as well as the necessity of ensuring the reliability and accuracy of diagnostic results, which are essential for supporting treatment decisions and enhancing 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 role in promoting 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.
