• Keynote speakers represent a diverse range of global organizations, including Mayo Clinic, IBM, University of Minnesota, among others

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) announces an exceptional lineup of keynote speakers for its upcoming 'Digital Health Conference'.

The event, the first of its kind in Riyadh, will be held on May 16-17. It will feature over 50 healthcare leaders and experts from across the globe, discussing the latest innovations and advancements in applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the healthcare sector. The conference aims to promote best practices for healthcare safety, cost-effectivity, sustainability, and practicality by harnessing the power of AI-enabled cutting-edge technologies.

KFSH&RC's latest list of keynote speakers represents a diverse and accomplished group of global leaders in the healthcare industry. They will bring a wealth of experience and expertise from top-tier organizations, offering an unparalleled opportunity to learn from and network with the best in the field.

    • Jennifer Yuki McElroy, D.O., FACOG, MS, Chief Medical Information Officer, Mayo Clinic Health System, who will present on "Digital Health Journey: A Community Practice Perspective".
    • Constantin Aliferis , M.D, PhD, FACMI, Chief Research Informatics Officer, University of Minnesota, who will present on "Biomedicine in the era of Artificial Intelligence".
    • Joel Gordon, M.D, Chief Medical Information Officer, University of Wisconsin Hospital, who will present on "When in Rome: Understand How Doctors Think, so That You Can Teach Them What They Don’t Want to Know".
    • Wieland Sommer, PhD, MPH, Founder and CEO, Smart Reporting, who will present on "From Art to Science: The Future of Medical Documentation and the Role of Data".
    • Walid Rjaibi, PhD, CTO for Data Security, IBM, who will present on "Staying Safe and Secure in a Quantum Computing World".
    • Mohammed Alhamid, PhD, Director, Centre for Healthcare Intelligence, KFSH&RC, who will present on "Humanizing Data and Extending Intelligence".

In addition to the keynote sessions, the two-day conference will feature exhibitions, workshops, panel sessions, and emerging technology sections, providing attendees with an immersive and educational experience. This event is expected to attract world-class thought leaders, digital solutions, and technologies, aiming to innovate and disrupt the current healthcare models.

The Digital Health Conference is aligned with the Kingdom's Vision 2030's Healthcare Transformation goals, and KFSH&RC encourages visionary healthcare leaders and stakeholders to join them in this pioneering event set to convene attendees from more than 15 participating countries.

Both in-person and virtual attendance are possible to join the digital health revolution from anywhere in the world. For registration, sponsorship, and attendee requests, please visit www.dhconference.com, or contact dhc@kfshrc.edu.sa.

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About Digital Health Conference

The Digital Health Conference is a global summit that brings key leaders, scientists, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders in digital health to one place where they explore, showcase, and network for Healthcare AI innovation and advancement. The conference is led by King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC), the leading hospital in the MENA region for healthcare delivery and research.

About King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSH&RC) is a leading tertiary & quaternary healthcare provider in the Middle East. KFSH&RC's mission is to provide the highest level of specialized healthcare in an integrated educational and research setting.

KFSH&RC has a rich history of providing high-quality clinical services, including leading-edge treatments in oncology, transplantation, cardiovascular diseases, neurosciences, and genetics.

This year, Brand Finance recognized KFSH&RC as the number one Academic Medical Centre in the MENA region and among the top 20 internationally.

Guided by the goals of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, KFSH&RC is undertaking a Transformation towards a financially sustainable, independent, not-for-profit hospital. KFSH&RC has been internationally recognized for its continuous achievements in patient experiences and outcomes by accreditations from the HIMSS Davies Award of Excellence, CHiME Most Wired, JCI, CAP, ISO 22301 & 27001, to list a few.

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