Amman, August 27 (Petra) – The second international medical
conference of Maqasid Charity Hospital (MCH), affiliated with the
Zakat Fund, began Thursday, under the theme: “Innovation and
Excellence in Healthcare Towards a More Sustainable Medical Future.”

The event, which will continue through next Saturday, features
participation of experts, consultants, academics, and researchers
from within Jordan and abroad.

Deputizing for Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, Mohammad
Khalaileh, the opening ceremony was held under the auspices of
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the hospital and Director
General of the Zakat Fund , Dr. Abdul Smirat.

Dr. Smirat stated the Ministry and the Zakat Fund give “special”
attention to health endowments as a “sustainable” development tool
that provides healthcare for future generations.

He noted that the event reflects the hospital’s commitment to
scientific research and exchange of expertise and ideas, aimed to
serve the Kingdom’s health sector.

On its role, he said the hospital serves as the medical arm of the
Zakat Fund, providing healthcare to various segments of society,
particularly the poor, the needy, and orphans.

He underlined MCH’s mission also seeks to establish the concept of
social solidarity and sustainable healthcare endowments.

He noted that the hospital, which has approximately 90 beds and
offers services in most medical specialties, continues to develop and
expand its services.

Noting the recent expansion, he said the operation included
approximately 1,500 square meters and addition of new dialysis units,
referring to the ongoing organization of free medical days
nationwide, which enhances access to healthcare in remote areas and
impoverished communities.

For his part, Dr. Bassam Shloul, the hospital’s Director General ,
stated that the conference is an extension of the hospital’s medical
and humanitarian mission and aligns with its policy to continuing
medical education.

He said this effort aims to raise efficiency of medical staff,
exchange expertise, and keep pace with the latest developments in the
medical world.

He added that the conference represents a scientific platform for
enhancing cooperation and expanding professional networks across
various disciplines, which would develop healthcare quality and
promote concepts of quality and sustainability.

Dr. Abdul Karim Abadi, Head of the Conference’s Scientific
Committee, announced the scientific program features 89 research
papers presented by a select group of physicians and experts, both in
person and remotely.

Presented by a “wide” range of specialties, he said the papers
address the latest medical developments, promote scientific dialogue,
and raise level of care provided to patients.

//Petra// AG