Dubai, UAE 
Patien Centered & Family-Centered Care
This session explores the core principles and best practices of Patient-Centered and Family-Centered Care (PCFCC)—an approach that places patients and their families at the heart of every clinical decision. Participants will gain insights into how collaborative communication, shared decision-making, cultural sensitivity, and emotional support improve patient outcomes and overall satisfaction. The session will highlight strategies for strengthening patient–provider partnerships, integrating family involvement in treatment planning, enhancing safety and quality of care, and creating healing environments that respect individual values and preferences. Real-world case studies, evidence-based models, and practical tools will empower healthcare professionals to deliver compassionate, holistic, and inclusive care across diverse clinical settings. Ideal for nurses, clinicians, and healthcare leaders seeking to elevate care delivery and foster meaningful patient and family engagement.
Advanced Nursing Practice
This session focuses on the expanding role of Advanced Nursing Practice (ANP) in modern healthcare systems. It highlights how advanced practice nurses—such as Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Anesthetists, and Nurse Midwives—drive clinical excellence, leadership, and innovation across diverse care settings. Participants will explore advanced clinical assessment skills, evidence-based decision-making, autonomous practice standards, and the integration of cutting-edge technologies in patient care. The session will also address current challenges and opportunities in ANP, including scope-of-practice evolution, interprofessional collaboration, policy impacts, and the role of advanced nurses in improving patient outcomes and system efficiency. Through case examples and real-world applications, attendees will gain insights into how advanced nursing leaders can shape the future of healthcare delivery, enhance quality and safety, and respond effectively to global health demands.
Innovations in Nursing Education
This session examines the transformative trends reshaping nursing education in response to evolving healthcare needs, technological advancements, and a growing demand for competent, practice-ready nurses. It highlights innovative teaching strategies that enhance critical thinking, clinical judgment, and lifelong learning among nursing students and professionals. Key topics include simulation-based learning, virtual and augmented reality training, competency-based education models, digital platforms for remote learning, and interprofessional education frameworks. The session will also explore curriculum modernization, artificial intelligence–driven learning tools, and methods to strengthen faculty development and student engagement. Attendees will gain practical insights into designing forward-thinking educational programs that bridge theory and practice, improve learning outcomes, and prepare the nursing workforce for future healthcare challenges.
Healthcare Technology & Digital Transformation
This session explores how emerging technologies are reshaping healthcare delivery, improving efficiency, and enhancing patient outcomes. It examines the critical role of digital transformation in creating smarter, more connected, and patient-focused health systems. Key areas include electronic health records (EHR) optimization, telehealth expansion, AI-driven decision support, remote patient monitoring, mobile health applications, and the integration of wearable technologies. The session will also address cybersecurity challenges, data interoperability, digital ethics, and the shift toward value-based, technology-enabled care models. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how digital tools streamline workflows, support clinical decision-making, empower patients, and transform care across hospitals, clinics, and community settings. Practical insights and real-world case examples will help healthcare professionals embrace innovation and lead successful digital initiatives.
Leadership, Policy & Nursing Workforce Development
This session focuses on the vital intersection of leadership, health policy, and strategic workforce development in shaping the future of nursing. As global healthcare systems evolve, strong nursing leadership and informed policy action are essential to building a resilient, skilled, and empowered nursing workforce. Key themes include leadership competencies, advocacy in healthcare policy, workforce planning, recruitment and retention strategies, and the role of nursing leaders in driving organizational change. The session will also explore policy frameworks that support professional growth, equitable practice environments, and workforce sustainability. Participants will gain insights into navigating policy reforms, strengthening leadership capacity at all levels, and implementing evidence-based strategies to address workforce shortages, professional burnout, and skill gaps. Real-world examples will highlight how effective leadership and policy alignment can elevate nursing practice and improve healthcare outcomes.
Evidence-Based Practice & Clinical Research
This session highlights the essential role of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) and clinical research in advancing high-quality, safe, and patient-centered nursing care. It explores how nurses can integrate the best available scientific evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to guide decision-making and improve outcomes. Key topics include research methodology, critical appraisal of scientific literature, implementation science, quality improvement models, and strategies for translating research findings into real-world clinical practice. The session will also address barriers to EBP adoption, ethical considerations in research, and the growing importance of nursing-led studies in shaping healthcare innovation. Participants will gain practical tools for conducting research, evaluating evidence, and leading evidence-based initiatives within their organizations. Real-world examples will demonstrate how EBP strengthens clinical excellence, enhances patient safety, and drives continuous improvement across diverse care settings.
Mental Health & Psychiatric Nursing
This session explores the evolving role of mental health and psychiatric nursing in delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals across the lifespan. As mental health challenges continue to rise globally, nurses play a critical role in early identification, therapeutic intervention, crisis management, and long-term support for patients and families. Key topics include psychiatric assessment, therapeutic communication, trauma-informed care, psychopharmacology, behavioral health interventions, and culturally sensitive approaches to mental wellness. The session will also address stigma reduction, suicide prevention strategies, community-based mental health services, and the integration of digital mental health tools. Participants will gain insights into best practices for managing complex psychiatric conditions, fostering resilience, and creating safe, supportive environments for patients experiencing mental health crises. Real-world case studies will highlight how nurses can advocate for mental health equity, enhance patient recovery, and strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration.
Chronic Disease Management & Elderly Care
This session focuses on the growing global need for effective chronic disease management and high-quality elderly care as populations age and long-term conditions become increasingly prevalent. It highlights the essential role of nurses in coordinating care, promoting healthy aging, and supporting patients with complex, multiple chronic illnesses. Key themes include comprehensive geriatric assessment, personalized care planning, multimorbidity management, medication optimization, fall prevention, rehabilitation strategies, and the integration of community-based and home healthcare services. The session will also explore the impact of lifestyle interventions, telehealth, and remote monitoring technologies on chronic disease outcomes and elderly well-being. Participants will gain insights into evidence-based approaches that improve quality of life, enhance functional independence, and reduce hospitalizations for older adults. Case studies will demonstrate practical strategies for delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive, and patient-centered care that supports healthy aging and empowers individuals and their families.
Public Health & Community Nursing
This session explores the pivotal role of public health and community nursing in promoting population wellness, preventing disease, and addressing health disparities across diverse communities. As healthcare increasingly shifts beyond hospital settings, community-based nursing has become essential for improving access, strengthening health systems, and empowering individuals to lead healthier lives. Key topics include epidemiology, health promotion strategies, community health assessment, communicable and noncommunicable disease prevention, immunization programs, environmental health, and culturally competent outreach. The session will also examine the role of nurses in disaster preparedness, public health surveillance, maternal–child health, and community-based chronic disease management. Participants will gain practical insights into designing and implementing community interventions, collaborating with public health agencies, and applying evidence-based strategies to improve population outcomes. Case examples will highlight how nurses can drive policy change, reduce inequities, and support healthier, more resilient communities.
Emergency, Critical & Acute Care Nursing
This session delves into the essential role of emergency, critical, and acute care nursing in managing life-threatening conditions, stabilizing patients, and delivering rapid, high-precision clinical interventions. In fast-paced and high-stakes environments, nurses must combine advanced clinical skills with sound judgement, teamwork, and resilience to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Key topics include rapid assessment and triage, advanced resuscitation techniques, trauma and shock management, ventilatory support, sepsis protocols, cardiac emergencies, neurological crises, and evidence-based interventions for acute and complex conditions. The session will also cover patient safety strategies, interprofessional collaboration, crisis communication, and the integration of digital monitoring and decision-support technologies. Participants will gain insights into best practices for managing critically ill patients, improving response efficiency, and enhancing preparedness for mass casualties, disaster situations, and dynamic clinical emergencies. Real-world case scenarios will showcase how skilled emergency and critical care nurses drive survival, recovery, and system-wide quality improvement.
Ethics, Legal Issues & Patient Safety
This session examines the critical connection between ethical practice, legal accountability, and patient safety in modern healthcare. As clinical environments grow more complex, nurses must navigate ethical dilemmas, regulatory requirements, and safety standards while upholding the rights, dignity, and well-being of every patient. Key themes include ethical decision-making frameworks, informed consent, patient autonomy, confidentiality, professional boundaries, and moral distress. The session will also address legal responsibilities related to documentation, scope of practice, malpractice prevention, mandatory reporting, and organizational compliance with patient safety regulations. Participants will gain insights into recognizing and mitigating safety risks, fostering a culture of transparency, improving communication, and implementing evidence-based safety strategies such as error prevention, root-cause analysis, and quality improvement models. Case studies will highlight real-world challenges and demonstrate how ethical awareness and legal competence contribute to safer, more trustworthy healthcare systems.
Innovations in Patient Care Models
This session explores the latest advancements in patient care models that are transforming how healthcare organizations deliver high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered services. As care demands rise and systems evolve, innovative models are essential for improving outcomes, enhancing coordination, and ensuring accessible, holistic care across diverse populations. Key topics include value-based care, integrated and team-based care models, patient-centered medical homes, transitional care, collaborative interprofessional approaches, and the use of digital technologies to support personalized care. The session will also examine population health management, continuity of care strategies, community partnerships, and models that bridge gaps between acute, primary, and long-term care settings. Participants will gain insights into implementing modern care frameworks that optimize workflows, reduce readmissions, strengthen patient engagement, and improve overall health system performance. Case studies will highlight successful innovations that empower patients, streamline services, and support sustainable, outcome-driven healthcare delivery.
Interdisciplinary & Collaborative Care
This session highlights the essential role of interdisciplinary teamwork and collaborative care in delivering high-quality, coordinated, and patient-centered healthcare. As clinical cases grow increasingly complex, effective collaboration among nurses, physicians, allied health professionals, social workers, and care coordinators is critical to achieving optimal outcomes. Key themes include interprofessional communication, shared decision-making, collaborative practice models, care integration across settings, and strategies for reducing fragmentation in healthcare delivery. The session will also explore tools that enhance teamwork—such as structured communication frameworks, multidisciplinary rounds, and digital platforms that support coordinated care. Participants will gain insights into overcoming common collaboration barriers, fostering mutual respect among care teams, and leveraging each discipline’s expertise to improve safety, efficiency, and patient satisfaction. Real-world case studies will demonstrate how interdisciplinary care strengthens continuity, enhances problem-solving, and creates a more holistic and effective care experience for patients.
Pediatric & Neonatal Nursing
This session focuses on the specialized knowledge, skills, and compassionate care required to support newborns, infants, children, and their families across diverse healthcare settings. Pediatric and neonatal nurses play a vital role in promoting healthy development, managing acute and chronic conditions, and ensuring safe transitions through critical stages of early life. Key topics include neonatal intensive care (NICU practices), developmental milestones, pediatric assessment techniques, family-centered care, immunization strategies, management of congenital and genetic disorders, and evidence-based interventions for high-risk neonates and children. The session will also address emerging issues such as pediatric emergencies, pain management, infection prevention, and the integration of technology in monitoring and supporting young patients. Participants will gain insights into delivering age-appropriate, culturally sensitive, and emotionally supportive care, while strengthening communication with families and interdisciplinary teams. Case examples will highlight best practices that improve outcomes, enhance safety, and foster resilience in pediatric and neonatal populations.
Maternal & Women’s Health Nursing
This session explores the essential role of maternal and women’s health nursing in promoting safe pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum care, and overall wellness across the female lifespan. As women’s health needs become increasingly complex, nurses play a critical role in providing holistic, evidence-based, and culturally sensitive care that supports mothers, infants, and families. Key topics include prenatal assessment, labor and delivery management, postpartum care, reproductive health, gynecologic conditions, fertility and family planning, high-risk pregnancy management, and strategies to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality. The session will also highlight mental health in the perinatal period, patient education, breastfeeding support, and the integration of technology in maternal health monitoring. Participants will gain insights into current evidence-based practices, patient-centered communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration that enhance safety, positive birth experiences, and long-term health outcomes for women. Real-world case studies will demonstrate how nurses can advocate for equitable care, empower women, and contribute to healthier communities.
Oncology Nursing & Palliative Care
This session explores the specialized and compassionate role of oncology and palliative care nursing in supporting patients and families throughout the cancer journey. As cancer care becomes increasingly complex, nurses play a vital part in early detection, treatment coordination, symptom management, psychosocial support, and end-of-life care. Key topics include cancer prevention and screening, chemotherapy and immunotherapy management, radiation care principles, pain and symptom control, holistic and integrative care approaches, and strategies to improve quality of life for patients living with cancer. The session will also address communication skills for difficult conversations, ethical considerations, family counseling, and interdisciplinary collaboration in both oncology and palliative care settings. Participants will gain insights into evidence-based practices that enhance patient comfort, reduce treatment-related complications, and support emotional and spiritual needs. Case studies will highlight how oncology and palliative care nurses advocate for patient dignity, guide complex decision-making, and deliver compassionate, person-centered care throughout all stages of illness.
Infection Prevention & Control
This session focuses on the essential strategies, evidence-based practices, and system-level approaches required to prevent and control infections across healthcare settings. As emerging pathogens, antimicrobial resistance, and healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) continue to pose global challenges, nurses play a critical frontline role in safeguarding patient and staff safety. Key topics include standard and transmission-based precautions, hand hygiene compliance, sterilization and disinfection protocols, isolation practices, outbreak investigation, surveillance systems, and antimicrobial stewardship. The session will also explore environmental hygiene, vaccination strategies, risk assessment models, and the use of digital tools for real-time infection tracking and reporting. Participants will gain practical insights into implementing effective infection control programs, reducing HAIs, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Case studies and real-world scenarios will demonstrate how proactive prevention, interprofessional collaboration, and continuous education strengthen healthcare resilience and patient outcomes.
Nursing Competency & Skill Development
This session highlights the essential competencies and practical skills required for nurses to deliver high-quality, safe, and evidence-based care in today’s rapidly evolving healthcare environment. As clinical demands grow and patient expectations rise, continuous skill development is vital for ensuring professional excellence and improving outcomes. Key topics include clinical assessment proficiency, critical thinking and decision-making, technical skill enhancement, communication and documentation standards, cultural competence, and the use of simulation and skills labs for hands-on training. The session will also address competency-based education models, ongoing professional development, mentorship programs, and strategies for evaluating and maintaining clinical competence across all levels of nursing practice. Participants will gain insights into designing effective training programs, integrating technology into skill-building, and fostering a learning culture that supports growth, confidence, and high performance. Practical examples will showcase how competency development strengthens patient safety, boosts team effectiveness, and enhances overall care quality.
Telehealth & Virtual Nursing Practice
This session explores the expanding role of telehealth and virtual nursing in transforming care delivery, improving access, and supporting patient engagement across diverse healthcare settings. As digital health technologies continue to evolve, virtual practice has become an essential component of modern nursing. Key topics include tele-triage, remote patient monitoring, virtual assessments, digital communication tools, and best practices for delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered care at a distance. The session will also highlight regulatory and legal considerations, documentation requirements, digital literacy, data security, and strategies for maintaining therapeutic relationships in virtual environments. Participants will gain insights into integrating telehealth into clinical workflows, optimizing patient outcomes through technology-enabled care, and overcoming challenges such as digital barriers, patient privacy concerns, and system interoperability. Case studies will demonstrate how telehealth innovation enhances continuity of care, supports chronic disease management, and extends nursing reach into homes and communities.
Nursing Informatics & Data Science
This session highlights the growing importance of nursing informatics and data science in shaping efficient, safe, and technology-driven healthcare systems. As digital transformation accelerates, nurses are increasingly leveraging informatics tools and data analytics to enhance clinical decision-making, streamline workflows, and improve patient outcomes. Key topics include electronic health records (EHR) optimization, clinical decision-support systems, data collection and validation, predictive analytics, big data applications in nursing, interoperability, and the integration of AI and machine learning in care delivery. The session will also explore data governance, ethical considerations, privacy and security standards, and the nurse’s role in designing and evaluating digital health solutions. Participants will gain practical insights into interpreting clinical data, contributing to informatics projects, and using data-driven strategies to support evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and organizational innovation. Real-world examples will illustrate how data science empowers nurses to lead digital initiatives and transform healthcare delivery.