14th FMIC Annual International Scientific Conference and 14th Quality Convention

Call for Abstracts

14th FMIC Annual International Scientific Conference

& 14th Quality Convention

“Improve Together: Accessibility, Quality, Innovation and Sustainability"

Thursday, November 14, 2024

Kabul, Afghanistan

Abstracts must be submitted by August 31, 2024

Submit your abstracts via this link: Click Here

The 14^th FMIC Annual International Scientific Conference and 14^th Quality Convention will be held at the French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children on Thursday, November 14, 2024. The event theme is “Improve Together: Accessibility, Quality, Innovation and Sustainability". The theme and sub-themes of the conference are inspired by the themes of World Health Day 2024 and other global health agendas.

The contribution of science and research is vital to ensure quality health services to all people every time, everywhere, and it draws attention to health issues around the globe, including during global outbreaks.

The World Health Organization and the global health agenda for 2024 prioritize strengthening health systems, addressing noncommunicable diseases, promoting mental health, tackling antimicrobial resistance, achieving universal health coverage, addressing climate change, promoting research and innovation, strengthening partnerships, and building a healthier future. These priorities aim to improve global health outcomes and create a healthier world for all.

Quality care and Patient safety is a fundamental principles of healthcare. In recent years, developing countries have increasingly focused on improving quality care and patient safety. French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC) recognizes the important role quality plays in healthcare delivery and that quality excellence is fundamental to any organization's success; bringing consistency, effectiveness, and efficiency to its service delivery structure.

The 14^th FMIC Annual International Scientific Conference & 14^th Quality Convention will provide a platform for researchers, scientists, academicians, government officials, policy-makers, physicians, nurses, midwives, sociologists, journalists, and other health professionals around the world who are keen to discuss issues and measures related to the science of healthcare to promote access to and quality of healthcare services and to reach everyone, everywhere to promote health and well-being.

The conference will comprise; clinical, population & public health, and academic perspectives to look at the current trends and practices worldwide.

Important Dates

for Abstracts Released	July 21, 2024

Deadline for Abstract Submission	August 31, 2024

Notification of Acceptance	October 15, 2024

Last Date for Submission of Presentations	October 25, 2024

Conference Registration is Open until	November 5, 2024

Theme and Sub-themes

Abstracts related to “Improve Together: Accessibility, Quality, Innovation and Sustainability" (the main theme) and other sub-themes are invited for the international conference and quality convention which is expected to be widely attended by participants from within and outside the country. In addition, all approved abstracts will be included in the conference proceedings and abstract book.

Abstracts are invited for the following subthemes (not limited to):

Patient Rights, Safety and Medical Ethics

Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health

Nutrition, Water and Sanitation

Mental and Social Health

Communicable Diseases and Immunization

Non-Communicable Diseases

Health System Strengthening

Nursing and Midwifery Education and Professional Development

Health Professions Education and Accreditation

Environmental Health

Digital Health and Technological Advancement

Disaster Management and Emergency Preparedness

For abstract submission, please note the following:

Abstracts for the Conference will be selected for oral or poster presentation depending on the evaluation by the Scientific Committee.

Authors should also specify their preference for an oral or poster presentation.

The selection of abstracts will follow strict appraisal to ensure that only quality abstracts are presented at the Conference and not presented at another conference.

Please clearly state the sub-theme while submitting your abstracts.

Please clearly state that your abstract has not been presented at other conferences.

Registration to the Conference is mandatory for the final acceptance of abstracts.

Follow the “Guidelines for Abstract Submission" for complete details as given below.

Abstracts Submission Guidelines

For abstract submission please note:

Abstracts for the Conference will be selected for oral or poster presentation depending

on the evaluation by the Scientific Committee.

The selection of abstracts for oral presentation will follow strict appraisal to ensure that
only quality abstracts are presented at the Conference.

Registration to the Conference is mandatory for the final acceptance of abstracts.

The abstract will be accepted in soft copy only through an online form (Link) Hard copies sent by mail or fax will not be considered.

No changes in the abstract contents and authorship will be allowed after the final submission. If you wish to withdraw your abstract you must inform the Scientific Committee via e-mail before August 31, 2024.

The submitted abstract should be original,

Abstracts must be submitted in English only.

Abstracts must not exceed 350 words, including title, author/s, affiliations, and footnotes.

The Following subheadings should be used in all abstracts:

Background: Briefly describe the context and current understanding of the research topic. Highlight the knowledge gap that your study addresses.

Objective/s: A sentence describing the significance and objective/ question of the study

Methodology: A concise description of methods and materials used to conduct the study

Results: A summary of the key results in a logical sequence

Conclusion: A brief discussion of the significance, applications, or broader implications of the study, with emphasis on important aspects of the study, and recommendations/ policy implications.

Those who submit research abstracts will be notified regarding the acceptance/rejection within two weeks after the given deadline.

If accepted, the notification about the date and time of the session/presentation will be shared one week before the event.

The title should be formulated, indicating the nature of the study. Please do not use abbreviations in the title.

Use "Times New Roman" size 12 and single line spacing for the abstract text.

Please check the spelling and grammar carefully. The abstract will be retrieved from your online submission - any errors in spelling, grammar, or scientific data will appear in print.

Accepted abstracts will be published in the Abstract Book

Previous Conferences

2011 First FMIC International Pediatrics Conference 2011: FMIC organized its first

International conference, 'Pediatric Care in Afghanistan', in Kabul, Afghanistan on 26-27th February 2011. More than 200 participants during the two-day conference learned about surgical and medical topics concerning child health, modern diagnostic methods, the success of educational programs, quality assurance initiatives, infection control methodologies, and the use of innovative telecommunication techniques such as telemedicine from Afghan and international experts.

2012 Second FMIC Annual International Conference 2012: On December 1, 2012 the

FMIC organized its second international pediatric conference

at the Grand Ballroom of the Kabul Serena Hotel. The theme of the conference was “From

Paediatric Care to Child Health". Read more:

https://www.fmic.org.af/AboutUs/News/Pages/2nd-intl-paeds-conf2012.aspx

2013 Third FMIC Annual International Conference 2013: FMIC organized its Third International Conference, “Moving Towards Quality Healthcare for Mother and Child" to focus on new and innovative techniques for addressing current issues of maternal and child health. The two-day FMIC conference was held in the Grand Ballroom of the Kabul Serena Hotel on 5-6 October and brought together more than 500 local healthcare professionals from across Afghanistan. Read more: https://www.fmic.org.af/AboutUs/News/Pages/Third-FMIC-Conference-2013.aspx

2014 Fourth FMIC Annual International Conference 2014: FMIC organized its Fourth International Conference, “Strengthening Academics and Health Services in Developing Countries in Transition" at the Kabul Medical University Auditorium on 23-24 October 2014. Read more:

https://www.fmic.org.af/AboutUs/News/Pages/fourth-fmic-conference-2014.aspx

2015 Fifth FMIC Annual International Conference 2015: FMIC organized its Fifth International Conference, “Emerging Trends in Reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health in Developing Countries" Kabul, Afghanistan on 8-9 December 2015 at the Kabul Medical University Auditorium. Read More: https://www.fmic.org.af/AboutUs/News/Pages/fifth-fmic-international-conference.aspx

2016 Sixth FMIC Annual International Conference 2016: FMIC organized its Sixth International Conference, Emerging Trends of Non-

Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Developing Countries" on 24 November 2016 at FMIC

Auditorium. Read More:

https://www.fmic.org.af/AboutUs/News/pages/sixth-fmic-international-conference.aspx

2017 Seventh FMIC International Scientific Conference 2017. FMIC organized its seventh International Conference on “Healthy lives and Well-being for all" on Saturday, 5th August 2017 at FMIC Auditorium. Read More: https://www.fmic.org.af/AboutUs/Events/pages/seventh-fmic-annual-conference.aspx

2018 Eight FMIC International Scientific Conference 2018. FMIC organized its eighth International Conference on “Better Health: Reaching Everyone, Everywhere" on Saturday, 4th August 2018 at FMIC Auditorium. Read More:

https://www.fmic.org.af/AboutUs/Events/Pages/seventh-fmic-international-conference.aspx

2019 Ninth FMIC International Scientific Conference 2019. FMIC organized its ninth International Conference on “The Science of

Healthcare: Access & Quality" on Saturday, 3th August 2019 at FMIC Auditorium. Read More:

https://www.fmic.org.af/AboutUs/News/Pages/ninth-international-conference.aspx

2020 10^th FMIC International Scientific Conference and Quality Convention 2020. FMIC organized its 10^th International Conference and Quality Convention on “Universal Health: Accessibility, Quality and Research in the Era of COVID-19 Pandemic “on Monday, 17^th December 2020 at FMIC Auditorium. Read More:

https://www.fmic.org.af/AboutUs/News/pages/tenth-fmic-annual-international-scientific-conference.aspx

2021 11th FMIC Annual International Scientific Conference and Quality Convention 2021. FMIC organized its 11^th International Conference and Quality Convention on “Healthier world: Together Protect and Invest on Health, Quality and Research “on Saturday, 06^th November 2021 at FMIC Auditorium. Read More:

https://www.fmic.org.af/AboutUs/News/Pages/11th-fmic-annual-international-scientific-conference.aspx

2022 12^th FMIC Annual International Scientific Conference and Quality Convention 2022. FMIC organized its 12^th International Conference and Quality Convention on “Human Health, Quality and Research: Challenges and Opportunities“ on Thursday, 17^th November 2022 at FMIC Auditorium. Read More:

2023 13th FMIC Annual International Scientific Conference and Quality Convention 2023. FMIC organized its 13^th International Conference and Quality Convention on “Innovations in healthcare: Accessibility, Quality and Research“ on Thursday, 16^th November 2023 at FMIC Auditorium. Read More: 13th FMIC Annual International Scientific Conference and 13th Quality Convention

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