Programme
📍 The Strand Campus, Kings College London
24th & 25th April 2026
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Three Events, Two Days: A Comprehensive Overview
Day 1 Afternoon: Annual Conference
24th April 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Focus on professional development and strategic discussions among healthcare leaders.
Registration: Ground Floor Bush House Arcade, Bush House, Strand Campus
Friday Panel Talks: Bush House Auditorium, Bush House, Strand Campus
Day 1 Evening: Charity Dinner
24th April 2026 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
A networking event supporting Palmed Academy's charity initiatives for medical education.
8F Dining Hall, Bush House, Strand Campus
Day 2: Scientific Meeting
25th April 2026 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Presentations by world experts and peer-reviewed abstracts on pertinent medical topics.
Safra Lecture Theatre, Kings Building Strand Campus
Annual Conference Day 1 – Education & Training Focus
13:00–14:00 | Registration
Ground Floor Bush House Arcade, Bush House, Strand Campus, Kings College London
🎤 14:00–14:15 | Keynote Speaker
HE Husam Zomlot, Ambassador for the State of Palestine to the UK.
14:15–15:15 | First Panel: The State of Healthcare Education in Gaza
Moderator: Ru A Kermani
Mahmoud Loubani (Introduction of the role of PalMed Academy)
Panel Members:
  • Professor Omar Melad – President of Alazhar University
  • Dr Anwar Sheikh Khalil – Dean, IUG Medical School (online)
  • Dr Mohamed Zughbur – Dean, AUG Medical School (online)
  • Dr Nadine Abushaban – Palestine University
  • Mazen Abuqamar – Head of the Nursing Department, AUG
  • Dr Emad Shaqura
  • Mr Ali Abunada, Medical Student
☕ 15:15–15:45 | Break
15:45–16:45 | Second Panel: International Alliance of Medical Schools for Gaza (AIMS-G)
Moderator: Juliette Mattijsen, AIMSG Exec, Nasim Ahmed
Panel Members:
  • Athanasios Hassoulas
  • Prof Marc Bonten – Professor, Dean of Utrecht University Medical School, Netherlands
  • Dr Shameq Sayeed – Leicester University
  • Dr Viviana Marzaioli – Trinity College Dublin
  • Dr Jihad Alajlouni, Jordanian Committee for Support for Healthcare in Gaza
🎤 16:45–17:00 | Keynote Speaker
Prof Norman Finkelstein
17:00–18:00 | Third Panel: Ethics and International Law in War Zones
Moderator: Jehan Alfarra
Myriam Francois
Panel Members:
  • Dr Khaled Alserr
  • Professor Nick Maynard – Consultant Upper GI Surgeon, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (in person)
  • Professor Neve Gordon – Queen Mary's Professor of International Law
  • Mr Tayab Ali – ICJP Director
  • Dr Riyad Masharqah – PalMed Academy
  • Dr Mads Gilbert
Scientific Conference Day 2
09:00 – 09:30 | Registration & Welcome
Safra Lecture Theatre, Kings Building, Strand Campus, Kings College London
Registration
Opening remarks and overview of the conference themes
09:30 – 10:45 | Session 1: Acute Care in War Zones
Session introduction – framing emergency care in active conflict zones
Chair: Dr Mads Gilbert
Speakers:
  • Mr Amer Shoeib
  • Jamal Abuhelal
  • Professor Eveline Hitti – Hybrid Warfare and a New Era of Mass Casualty Response
  • Professor Nick Maynard
Abstract presentations:
  • Emergency Medicine Cooperative: a solidarity and training collaboration between Emergency Medicine clinicians in Palestine and the UK. Presenting Author: Harriet Crook.
  • Continuing Medical Education and Clinical Training Amid Crisis: The Resilience of the Faculty of Medicine at the Islamic University of Gaza. Presenting Author: Othman Alagha.
Moderated Q&A and audience discussion
10:45 – 11:00 | Break
11:00 – 12:15 | Session 2: Public Health and Infectious Diseases
Session introduction – public health and disease in conflict settings
Chair: Dr Moihera Leng
Speakers:
  • Dr James Smith
  • Dr Abdelraouf A. Elmanama – Drivers of Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Resistance in Gaza During the Current War.
  • Dr Husam Abuolwan – Experience of national and international EMTs in Gaza in response to outbreaks during conflict times
  • Najeeb Rahman
Abstract presentations:
  • Ocular Injuries among the Civilian Palestinian Population during the war on Gaza, March–September 2025: A Hospital-Based Observational Study. Presenting Author: Mohamed Rashad.
  • Medical Evacuation: Health Organisations and Genocide Complicity in Palestine. Presenting Author: Ben Bouquet.
Moderated Q&A and audience discussion
12:15 – 13:00 | Lunch Break
13:00 – 14:15 | Session 3: Reconstructive Surgery and Psychological Impact
Session introduction – Principles and practice in war zones
Chair: Mr Ahmed Almokhalati
Speakers:
  • Miss Victoria Rose
  • Ahmed Diab
  • Dr Bahzad Ziyad – Collective Resilience and Sumud: Mental Health and the Experiences of Frontline Health Workers in Gaza
  • Dr Hasanen Al-Taiar
Abstract presentations:
  • Impact of Conflict on Healthcare Education: A Survey of Healthcare Students in Gaza. Presenting Author: Nermeen Ziyad.
  • Educational Disparities in Surgical Training Between Displaced Gazan and Local Pakistani Final-Year Medical Students: A Cross-Sectional Study in Pakistan. Presenting Author: Mohammed Imad.
Moderated Q&A and audience discussion
14:15 – 14:30 | Break
14:30 – 15:45 | Session 4: Rehabilitation
Session introduction – rebuilding healthcare systems during and after conflict
Chair: Dr Khamis Elessi
Speakers:
  • Mr Mohammed Shaalan
  • Mr Jihad Alajlouni
  • Professor Glyn Heath/Jamal Qasim
  • Dr Khamis Elessi
  • Ms Hanan Harb
Abstract presentations:
  • The Burden of War-Related Amputation on Function and Mental Health: Evidence from a Case–Control Study in Gaza. Presenting Author: Abd Al-Karim Sammour.
  • Genicular nerves Cooled Radiofrequency ablation can provide lasting pain relief in the management of a painful knee. Presenting Author: Khalil Elbayouk.
Moderated Q&A and audience discussion
15:45 – 16:00 | Closing Remarks
  • Reflections from the day
  • Key takeaways and next steps
  • Conference close
Promotional Materials
Register now for April 24th & 25th 2026!
Mark your calendars for this pivotal two-day event. We invite all leading healthcare professionals, researchers, and students to join us in London for an unparalleled opportunity to advance medical education and foster collaborative innovation.
Location
Held at the historic Kings College London, Strand Campus.
Key Insights
Gain knowledge from leading experts and emerging research coming from Palestine.
Professional Networking
Connect with peers and potential collaborators from around the world.
Secure Your Conference Registration
In our commitment to maximizing accessibility to medical education, we are delighted to offer complimentary registration to all attendees, including access to the exclusive Charity Dinner.
Annual Meeting and Scientific Meeting
Enjoy full access to the conference and scientific sessions at just £20 per day.
Dinner Ticket
Join us for the Charity Dinner on the evening (18:00 - 22:00) of April 24th at £50.
All proceeds will support healhtcare education in Palestine*
Early Bird Advantage
Take advantage of our early bird offer! Register before January 31st to guarantee your place, receive essential pre-conference updates, and benefit from a reduced rate of £10 per day.
All students from Palestine can attend for free across all days (Dinner Ticket sold separately). Discounts may be available if attending both days.
Conference Hotels
We recommend the following hotels near the Strand Campus for your stay during the conference.
Prices are approximate and subject to availability. We recommend booking early to secure the best rates.
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