The University of Fiji has launched the Umanand Prasad School of Medicine and Health Sciences International Health Conference 2025, marking a historic milestone. This inaugural event provides a vital platform for global collaboration and knowledge exchange in health and medical sciences.
Pro-Chancellor Pundit Bhuwan Dutt emphasized the university’s commitment to enhancing education and research in health sciences while fostering impactful community engagement. He stated, “This conference embodies our aspiration to be a hub for intellectual exchange and evidence-based dialogue in the Pacific,” highlighting key discussion themes such as health system resilience, climate change, disaster preparedness, innovation, and public health equity.
Indian High Commissioner to Fiji, Suneet Mehta, praised the conference as a testament to the dedication of healthcare professionals, academics, and students towards strengthening healthcare systems in the Pacific region. Mehta noted that such investments are crucial for empowering communities and securing a healthier future.
The conference aligns with many recent initiatives aimed at advancing healthcare in Fiji, such as the memorandum of understanding between the Umanand Prasad School and Pacific Specialist Healthcare to enhance clinical training opportunities for medical students. This collaboration emphasizes hands-on training, telemedicine integration, and patient-centered approaches, promising to uplift Fiji’s healthcare education and system.
The focus of the conference and its associated initiatives reflects a strong commitment to innovation and improvement in health services in Fiji and the wider Pacific region. Collectively, these efforts signify a hopeful and progressive step towards a more robust health care system that benefits local communities through collaborative partnerships and knowledge-sharing.
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